Cafes

The Early Bird

4.9 (147 reviews) $1 to $10 1190 Pukuatua Street, Rotorua 3010, New Zealand · 07:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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The Early Bird

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Type Cafe
Rating 4.9 (147 reviews)
Price Range $1 to $10
Location 1190 Pukuatua Street, Rotorua 3010
Opening Hours Mon-Fri 6:30 AM - 2 PM, Sat 7 AM - 12 PM, Sun Closed
Service Options Outdoor seating, Takeout, Dine-in
Accessibility Wheelchair accessible entrance & parking
Parking Free lot & street parking

About this place

About The Early Bird

The Early Bird is a casual and cozy cafe located in central Rotorua, offering quality coffee and quick bites. It is known for its great coffee, tea selection, and friendly service in a relaxed setting.

Visitors often appreciate its welcoming atmosphere suitable for solo dining or breakfast visits. The menu features various hot and iced drinks alongside bakery items, with reasonable pricing.

What to expect

The dining experience

Atmosphere

Expect a casual, cozy, and trendy environment ideal for relaxing with great coffee or tea in Rotorua’s vibrant cafe scene.

Service Style

Service includes dine-in and takeout with outdoor seating available. Reservations are not accepted, and delivery is not offered.

Best For

Popular for breakfast and solo dining. The cafe attracts tourists and locals seeking a quick bite or quality coffee.

Good Occasions

Ideal for morning visits within 30 minutes to 2 hours, open early weekdays and weekends with a Sunday closure.

Location & contact

Find The Early Bird

  • 1190 Pukuatua Street, Rotorua 3010, New Zealand
  • +64 20 493 8872
  • In the Spring Mountain Road dining district, near Arville St — a short drive west of the Strip.
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Opening hours

When to visit

· 07:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Hours may change on public holidays and special events. Please confirm with the restaurant.

Weekly opening hours for The Early Bird
Monday 06:30 AM - 02:00 PM
Tuesday 06:30 AM - 02:00 PM
Wednesday 06:30 AM - 02:00 PM
Thursday 06:30 AM - 02:00 PM
Friday 06:30 AM - 02:00 PM
Saturday Today 07:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Sunday Closed

Service options & amenities

Good to know

Service Options

  • Dine-in
  • Outdoor seating
  • Takeout
  • No delivery

Amenities & Offerings

  • Coffee
  • Quick bites
  • Great tea selection

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible parking lot

Planning & Parking

  • No reservations accepted
  • Free parking lot
  • Free street parking

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions

The cafe is open Monday to Friday from 6:30 AM to 2:00 PM, Saturday from 7:00 AM to 12:00 PM, and closed on Sundays. Hours may change without notice.