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Rotorua · Arawa StreetFresh cafe food,
great coffee
& Rotorua catering.
Enjoy breakfast, brunch, lunch, coffee, takeaway and fresh local catering from Citron Cafe & Bar on Arawa Street, Rotorua.
Loved by Rotorua locals & visitors
Open every day
7:30am – 2:30pm
Find Us
1153 Arawa Street, Rotorua
Open Every Day
7:30am – 2:30pm
Reserve a Table
info@citroncafe.co.nz
Or call us
07 343 7003
What we serve
Your local Rotorua cafe for coffee, breakfast & lunch.
From morning coffee to fresh breakfast, brunch, lunch, takeaway and cabinet favourites — a welcoming cafe for locals, visitors, families and groups.
Six ways to enjoy Citron
Breakfast
Hearty, fresh breakfast plates made for your morning.
Brunch & Lunch
Bright, seasonal dishes from late morning through lunch.
Cabinet Food
Sweet and savoury cabinet favourites, made daily.
Takeaway
Grab a coffee and lunch on the go — quick and easy.
Dietary Friendly
GF, vegan, vegetarian and keto options where possible.
Free WiFi
Highchairs
Accessible entry & toilet
Takeaway available
Menu highlights
View Full Menu A taste of Citron.
Placeholder favourites until our full menu lands. Pop in to see today's specials.
Breakfast
Citron Benedict
Poached eggs, smoked salmon, hollandaise on toasted muffin.
GF Option
Smashed Avo Toast
Sourdough, smashed avocado, poached eggs, feta, tomatoes.
Vegetarian
Garden Grain Bowl
Grilled halloumi, roasted veg, quinoa & pomegranate.
Coffee
House Espresso
Smooth, rich espresso. Flat whites, lattes, mochas and more.
Cabinet
Sweet Cabinet
Lemon tarts, brownies and slices — made fresh.
Takeaway
Savoury Cabinet
Quiches, pies, savoury tarts — perfect for lunch on the go.
Catering
Catering for Rotorua events, meetings & gatherings.
Planning a meeting, birthday, work event or private gathering? Citron offers flexible catering made with fresh ingredients and tailored to your occasion. Delivery is available.
- 1Download the catering form
- 2Fill in your event details
- 3Email it back — we'll be in touch
Why Citron
More than just a cafe.
A fresh, family-friendly Rotorua spot built around good food, great coffee and warm hospitality.
- Fresh, vibrant cafe food
- Great coffee, every cup
- Central Rotorua location
- Open 7 days, 7:30am – 2:30pm
- Friendly, welcoming team
- Flexible catering with delivery
- Dietary-friendly options
- Accessible entry & toilet
Google Reviews
Loved by locals & visitors.
Based on Google reviews
SM
Sarah M.
a month ago
Best brunch in Rotorua. The eggs benedict and flat white were perfect, and the staff were so welcoming.
JK
James K.
2 months ago
Fantastic catering for our office event — delivered on time, looked beautiful, tasted even better.
AT
Aroha T.
3 weeks ago
Bright, friendly cafe with proper coffee and great cabinet food. Our weekly favourite.
DP
Daniel P.
a week ago
Top-notch coffee, generous portions and a sunny spot to sit. Always a great vibe inside.
MR
Mia R.
2 weeks ago
Cabinet looked incredible and the sandwiches were the highlight of our day. Will be back.
SM
Sarah M.
a month ago
Best brunch in Rotorua. The eggs benedict and flat white were perfect, and the staff were so welcoming.
JK
James K.
2 months ago
Fantastic catering for our office event — delivered on time, looked beautiful, tasted even better.
AT
Aroha T.
3 weeks ago
Bright, friendly cafe with proper coffee and great cabinet food. Our weekly favourite.
DP
Daniel P.
a week ago
Top-notch coffee, generous portions and a sunny spot to sit. Always a great vibe inside.
MR
Mia R.
2 weeks ago
Cabinet looked incredible and the sandwiches were the highlight of our day. Will be back.
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A peek at what we serve every day on Arawa Street.
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AtmosphereSweet treatsCateringCabinetVisit us
Find us on Arawa Street.
- 1153 Arawa Street, Rotorua 3010
- Open every day, 7:30am – 2:30pm
- 07 343 7003
- info@citroncafe.co.nz
Free WiFi
Highchairs
Takeaway
Accessible
Visit Citron Cafe & Bar — or plan your catering.
Come see us on Arawa Street for fresh cafe food and great coffee, call or email to book a table, or download our catering form to start planning food for your next event.