Clarence Bistro & Bar

Clarence Bistro & Bar is located within the highly regarded Clarence Boutique Hotel on Willow Street, offering a sophisticated and intimate dining experience that reflects the hotel’s commitment to quality, character and personalised service. The menu is centred on seasonal New Zealand cuisine, drawing on premium local and regional ingredients to produce dishes that balance classical technique with contemporary sensibility. Each plate is prepared with care and attention to detail, resulting in food that is refined, satisfying and beautifully presented. The dining room is stylish and intimate, with a warm boutique atmosphere that distinguishes Clarence from larger hotel restaurants and creates a genuine sense of occasion for every meal. Service is attentive and personal, in keeping with the boutique ethos of the hotel. The beverage list is thoughtfully assembled, featuring a strong selection of New Zealand wines and a curated cocktail offering. Clarence Bistro & Bar is an ideal choice for guests of the hotel as well as independent diners seeking a high-quality, intimate fine dining experience in central Tauranga. It is particularly suitable for special occasions and quiet, elegant evenings. Clarence Bistro & Bar’s intimate boutique setting and commitment to seasonal New Zealand cuisine make it one of Tauranga’s most special fine dining experiences — a restaurant that successfully channels the ethos of the Clarence Hotel into every aspect of the dining experience.