Arborio Restaurant, Cafe & Terrace Bar
570 Reviews
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- Friday11 am–9 pm
- Saturday9 am–8 pm
- Sunday9 am–8 pm
- Monday11 am–9 pm
- Tuesday11 am–9 pm
- Wednesday11 am–9 pm
- Thursday11 am–9 pm
About the Business
Arborio - The best restaurant in New Plymouth | Situated within the Puke Ariki museum on St Aubyn St New Plymouth, noted for its stunning architecture & outstanding sea views, Arborio is open 5 days & 5 nights for breakfast, Lunch & dinner. Here you can enjoy Arborio’s warm & friendly service, welcoming tropical decor & tasty, generous food.
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Website
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+6467591241
Puke Ariki Level One/65 Saint Aubyn Street, Central, New Plymouth 4310
Hours
- Friday11 am–9 pm
- Saturday9 am–8 pm
- Sunday9 am–8 pm
- Monday11 am–9 pm
- Tuesday11 am–9 pm
- Wednesday11 am–9 pm
- Thursday11 am–9 pm
Features
- Wheelchair-accessible car park
- Wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Debit cards
- Credit cards
- Delivery
- Wheelchair-accessible toilet
- Toilets
- Good for kids
- Takeaway
- Dine-in
- Wheelchair-accessible seating
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Coffee
- Kids' menu
- Small plates
- Wine
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Dessert
- Seating
- Bar on site
- High chairs
- Casual
- Cosy
- Groups
- Accepts reservations
- Outdoor seating
- Great cocktails
- Cocktails
- Late-night food
- Spirits
- Fast service
- Quick bite
Recommended Reviews
Hayley Horrell
22.10.2023
Arborio Restaurant, Cafe & Terrace Bar
Service was prompt and welcoming. I was seated at a table inside. There were two large tables of patrons inside which became too noisy for me.I asked if I could sit in the courtyard area with enclosed glass windows. Wasn't a problem. Not long after I sat there, another very large group arrived and sat on a table behind me.I felt constantly in the way with wait staff walking behind me through the small gap between me and the patrons sitting on the table beside me.The view of the sea was obscured by salt on the windows that needed a good clean to highlight the wonderful views.My tempura fish n chips was fresh and perfectly cooked. The salad was lacking in flavour.My recommendation by staff of the Flamingo cocktail, never arrived until after my main arrived and I ordered it well before my mains order was taken.The cocktail was delicious. A nice mix of citrus (lemon) and sweet flavours.I went back for another cocktail outside with a friend tonight. Lovely ambience inside with the Middle Eastern lanterns and decor.I was confused why the restaurant has an Italian name Arborio? As the menu is a mix of various cuisines from around the world from curries, seafood, hamburgers, pasta and salads.Highly recommend dining here but not for a romantic evening due to the large pax tables and the noise of large groups. Would recommend it for a nice meal out with the children or family and friends or work colleagues.
Robyn Smith
15.10.2023
Arborio Restaurant, Cafe & Terrace Bar
Our newfavourite restaurant in New Plymouth. The food was deliciously amazing and the service was fantastic. The staff were attentive without making you feel rushed. Will definitely be back next time we are in New Plymouth.
Isabella Clague
08.10.2023
Arborio Restaurant, Cafe & Terrace Bar
Really great atmosphere for dining with soothing lighting and music.Would recommend booking in advance because it can get quite busy!Would probably suggest they downsize the portions of the risotto because they were a bit overwhelming and very salty. The tiramisu also tasted pre frozen and was quite flavourless.But other than that the food was delicious, particularly the gurnard!Best bit was definitely the staff, we were looked after incredibly well and they all seemed to take the busy night in they’re stride.
Monique Bridge
18.09.2023
Arborio Restaurant, Cafe & Terrace Bar
Went for lunch. Was absolutely delicious. The view was sublime and the service impeccable.
wendy winter
27.07.2023
Arborio Restaurant, Cafe & Terrace Bar
Just ate here for dinner and it was superb. The delightful bar manager made my a Dirty Vodka Martini and it was the best I’ve had, thanks.Do yourself a favour and have the Mussels. The soupy sauce is so delicious.( great to dip the bread in). We also shared the trio of dips - each one amazing.My husbands steak was cooked to perfection.My chicken main was just as good, but a very big serve.Thank you ladies for a great evening
Emerson Cherrington
25.07.2023
Arborio Restaurant, Cafe & Terrace Bar
Dinner for 2 ordered polenta chips as a starter, they weren’t the best. Very oily and crunchy, for mains we had the chicken breast which was okay, a bit of a dish with an identity crisis? It was giving Mediterranean fusion just an interesting mix. And also had the pork belly that was good couldn’t fault anything with that dish. Do I think it’s worth $40 for a dish? Mmm no I could get better priced meals that are tastier. Overall food was average, our server was amazing cannot fault the customer service the waiter was great.
Jayden Strickland
23.07.2023
Arborio Restaurant, Cafe & Terrace Bar
Fluffy and coffee date with the toddler. Friendly service from the staff and a epically cool looking fluffy! Well done team.
Douglas
23.07.2023
Arborio Restaurant, Cafe & Terrace Bar
Fabulous dinner at this very nice restaurant. Been three times now and it always feels special. The staff were very attentive without being on top of you and the menu is very nice. Would recommend this place for a special treat. We will be back again without any hesitation when we return to New Plymouth next year.
Davina-Mary Katipa-Maikuku
19.07.2023
Arborio Restaurant, Cafe & Terrace Bar
Just had our Xmas work do and it was such a great venue. The staff member who served us was awesome. The food was so delicious and didn't feel at all like we needed to rush our meals. Will definitely have to come back for dessert sometime soon as I was/we were all too full to fit any in this time. Thanks Arborio staff and chefs 12/11/21
Aleisha Towler
19.07.2023
Arborio Restaurant, Cafe & Terrace Bar
Aborio has great pizzas. I recently had the chicken burger which was nice but overpriced. The other mains are expensive too. I had the flamingo cocktail which was average. It tasted like a plain vodka and juice.Unfortunately the last two times we have gone, the waitstaff haven't been as good. Our waiter was taking orders by memory but had to come back to check what we had asked for twice. He also hovered awkwardly so we didn't realise he was there half the time.We usually love the atmosphere however recently there have been too many tables packed into the space making it awkward to move around and loud.
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Puke Ariki Level One/65 Saint Aubyn Street, Central, New Plymouth 4310
Arborio Restaurant, Cafe & Terrace Bar