Cuisine: A La Carte, Pizza, Share Plates
Price Point: Mains from $15 - $30
Walk up the sweeping staircase to the relaxed Mezz Bar which overlooks the Atrium Restaurant and offers a wide variety of beverages and a delicious bar menu.
Unwind with a glass in hand and savour snacks like salt and pepper squid, seasoned wedges and an antipasto platter for two (think tasty olives, artichokes, shaved ham and pepperoni).
Looking for something larger? Mezz will whip you up a delicious pizza. There’s classic margarita, meat lovers and smoked chicken and brie pizzas available.
The fully stocked bar has something to suit all, with great wines, beers and a large variety of spirits.
Reviews
Hayley Davis - dined at Mezz Bar on 6 January 2020
Had a lovely evening, great food and a lovely place to stop for a break Thanks
Cheryl Turner - dined at Mezz Bar on 29 September 2019
Great restaurant we had a night out with our 11 year old and all 3 of us loved the food and service at Mezz bar we would definitely go back on our next visit.
Marie Manley - dined at Mezz Bar on 3 August 2019
Food was good the service was fantastic - the bar was extremely busy and the waiting staff were very composed. Great night would go again.
Debbie Lord - dined at Mezz Bar on 27 July 2019
Eaten here before and it was not the same this time
Cheryl Turner - dined at Mezz Bar on 21 January 2020
Had a great time last night the prawns were to die for and the Salmon with the noodle salad was fantastic! Great service too with yummy cocktails. Will be back next time we’re in the area.
Hayley Davis - dined at Mezz Bar on 6 January 2020
We had a good time at the Mezz Bar. We expected more like shared platters instead of a la carte dining. The seafood starters were really nice as were the lamb an beef mains. The meat was cooked to perfection and very tasty. The burger dish was ok. Unfortunately the pizza we ordered was very doughy and not nice. We mentioned it to the waiter but he only said sorry and did not follow up with the chef. We tried 2 of the dessert dishes and they very very good. We will eat there again but order a la cart and no burger or pizza.
Beatrice Eccles - dined at Mezz Bar on 30 December 2019
Had a lovely evening, great food and a lovely place to stop for a break Thanks
Cheryl Turner - dined at Mezz Bar on 29 September 2019
Great restaurant we had a night out with our 11 year old and all 3 of us loved the food and service at Mezz bar we would definitely go back on our next visit.
Marie Manley - dined at Mezz Bar on 3 August 2019
Food was good the service was fantastic - the bar was extremely busy and the waiting staff were very composed. Great night would go again.
Debbie Lord - dined at Mezz Bar on 27 July 2019
Great evening, fantastic place to stop for drinks and a meal deff go again Cheryl and Darren
Cheryl Turner - dined at Mezz Bar on 20 July 2019
Under staffed but they all did a good job as it was school holidays.
Geoff Maclean - dined at Mezz Bar on 18 July 2019
The Mezz bar had a nice ambience, more intimate than the Atrium barn. The food was delicious, presented beautifully, and more than ample. It was exactly what we were looking for. Joel is an excellent host, who explained everything and was more than happy to please. His service was timely and he is a pleasant fellow, who was attentative without being pushy. We had a great time and would highly recommend.
Ian Doube - dined at Mezz Bar on 6 July 2019
We had a great experience at Mezz Bar Last Saturday evening. Great food, great service and a lovely atmosphere.
Andrea Donovan - dined at Mezz Bar on 1 June 2019
Food was delicious and fantastic presentation. Our waiter Joel was superb
Jan Warren - dined at Mezz Bar on 18 May 2019
Meals were fantastic. Servings generous and food tasty.
We weren't sure what to expect prior but based on our dining experience I feel confident in recommending this restaurant to anyone.
neville hodges - dined at Mezz Bar on 27 April 2019
Amazing food and great service!!
Alison Russell - dined at Mezz Bar on 24 April 2019
Nice chilled bar atmosphere but warm in temperature
Rebecca Miller - dined at Mezz Bar on 18 April 2019
Fantastic meal & Fantastic service had a fab evening
Cheryl Turner - dined at Mezz Bar on 13 March 2019
Great service and food. Nice casual atmosphere.
The food was great and cooked well, the only thing that could have been better was the steak needed more seasoning. We will be back
Kelly Winiata - dined at Mezz Bar on 22 January 2019
Well cooked steak and the vegetables were nicely cooked.
maureen cameron - dined at Mezz Bar on 17 January 2019
The restaurant experience was average. The staff seems quite busy with only 2 at the bar but also under trained. Food was so-so. A bit too much sweet chilli in the beef salad.
Gracie Goris - dined at Mezz Bar on 28 December 2018
Delicious food, served quickly. Steaks were cooked to perfection and the cutlets were tender. Would definitely go back again
Reon STEWART - dined at Mezz Bar on 17 November 2018
Food was great. Staff were friendly.
Definitely, recommend going here. We had the burger and fish of the day. Both were excellent.
Will O'Connor - dined at Mezz Bar on 31 October 2018
We went for my husbands birthday. Food was top notch, i would recommenced any one in the Rotorua area to go to the restaurant.
Deon Johnson-Hadley - dined at Mezz Bar on 28 July 2018
Our first time using first table and I definitely recommend both First table and the Mezz bar in Rotorua. Not a morsel left on the plate..
Nahu Sita - dined at Mezz Bar on 19 July 2018
Fantastic food and service, highly recommend
Jenny911 JLaidlaw - dined at Mezz Bar on 23 July 2018
The place is smaller than expected. Foods are normal
Beny Tu - dined at Mezz Bar on 17 July 2018
Great food and even better service. Definitely recommended.
Phillip Hignett - dined at Mezz Bar on 16 July 2018
Excellent hospitality & service. Clean, relaxed environment.
Faith Rangitakatu - dined at Mezz Bar on 1 July 2018
We enjoyed a relaxing meal in the Mezz Bar with fantastic food and service by Rohit. When in Rotorua a visit to the Rydges Mezz Bar is a must.
Sandra Tucker - dined at Mezz Bar on 3 June 2018
Good food, great service and experience by rohit
Jack Smith - dined at Mezz Bar on 2 June 2018
Delicious meals, well thought out combinations and good ingredients. Fantastic service, nothing too much to ask. They even offered to make a different meal for my fussy 9 year old eater when he did not like what he ordered! Nice relaxed atmosphere that worked well for us. Would dine here again next time we are in Rotorua.
Melissa Dyer-Causton - dined at Mezz Bar on 15 April 2018
Nice place, relaxing and quiet
Julie Calkin - dined at Mezz Bar on 25 January 2018
The location was confusing as there was little signage. The garlic bread was very large and tasted great. The pizza was big and tasted good enough to satisfy a hungry 11 year old boy. The kids spaghetti Bolognese was tasty but on the small size for a kids meal. I had the prawn pasta, it was very creamy and there was a good amount of prawns.
Helen Hesse-Patching - dined at Mezz Bar on 4 January 2018
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Had a great time last night the prawns were to die for and the Salmon with the noodle salad was fantastic! Great service too with yummy cocktails. Will be back next time we’re in the area.