The BistroRangatira Park, Taupō
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French restaurant · Rangatira Park

The Bistro

17 Tamamutu Street, Taupō

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We have not yet confirmed the opening hours for The Bistro. Many French restaurants in Taupō open for lunch and dinner (typically 11:30 am – 2 pm and 5 – 9:30 pm), but please check before you go.

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17 Tamamutu Street, Taupō

About

About The Bistro

Found at 17 Tamamutu Street in Rangatira Park, The Bistro is a French restaurant that has become part of the Rangatira Park dining scene. It sits right in the heart of Taupō, within walking distance of the centre.

The kitchen focuses on French food. Dishes typical of this style include steak frites and french onion soup, so it is a good pick if those are on your list. We currently list 6 places in Taupō in the French category, and The Bistro is among them.

We have not yet verified the trading hours for The Bistro. Hours for venues like this often shift between summer and winter, so a quick call (+64 7 377 3111) before you set off is a good idea.

Facilities and services recorded for The Bistro include wheelchair accessible, wi-fi and family friendly. For budgeting, French restaurants of this kind in New Zealand typically cost around $40–$70 per person (Mid-to-upper range). The neighbourhood is a busy food area – there are at least 10 other places to eat within a kilometre, so you have plenty of options for drinks before or dessert after.

On the menu

Menu highlights

Popular dishes for this style of French restaurant with typical New Zealand prices.

Full menu guide
DessertsTarte tatin

Caramelised apple tart

$15–18

DessertsProfiteroles

With chocolate sauce

$15–18

DessertsCheese plate

French and NZ cheeses

$22–30

PlatsDuck confit

With pommes sarladaises

$36–44

EntréesMoules marinières

NZ mussels in white wine

$22–28

EntréesFrench onion soup

Gratinated with gruyère

$16–20

Plan your visit

When is The Bistro busiest?

Estimated busy times based on typical hours and how people usually dine at French restaurants in New Zealand. The gold bar marks the current hour.

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Usually busiest around 7 pm on Fridays.

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Questions about The Bistro

Where is The Bistro?

The Bistro is at 17 Tamamutu Street, Taupō, about 100 m from central Taupō. Use the map on this page for turn-by-turn directions in Google Maps, Apple Maps or Waze.

What are The Bistro's opening hours?

Opening hours have not been confirmed on our listing. Please contact the venue on +64 7 377 3111 before you visit.

What kind of food does The Bistro serve?

French food. See the menu page for typical dishes and price ranges for this style of French restaurant.

How much does it cost to eat at The Bistro?

As an estimate, a meal at a French restaurant like this usually costs $40–$70 per person in New Zealand. Prices at the venue may differ.

How can I contact The Bistro?

You can call +64 7 377 3111. Tap the phone number on this page to call directly from your mobile.

What other restaurants are near The Bistro?

The closest is Classic Taupo café (0 m away). See the "Nearby" section for more options with distances.

Nearby

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Other French places nearby

French in Taupō
NameAreaStatusDistance
Cafe and CreperieRangatira Park–160 m
Finns Bistro and Beer GardenNukuhau–290 m
Taste Cafe BistroNukuhau–410 m
Bistro LagoHilltop–3.2 km
The Bay Bar and BrasserieAcacia Bay–3.6 km