Bird The Word

1118 Fenton Street, Rotorua 3010, New Zealand
+64 21 973 067
$$$ cafe
(293 Reviews)
Price Range $20–30

Welcome to Bird The Word, a delightful café nestled in the charming heart of Rotorua at 1118 Fenton Street. This hidden gem is not just another place to grab a cup of coffee; it’s a cozy retreat where every visit feels like a warm embrace.

As you step inside, the aroma of freshly brewed coffee envelops you, inviting you to take a seat and settle in. The atmosphere is friendly and inviting, characterized by its cheerful staff who greet you with genuine smiles, making you feel like part of the family from the moment you arrive. The café features both indoor and outdoor seating, allowing you to soak up Rotorua’s lovely scenery while enjoying your meal.

Bird The Word shines particularly bright during breakfast and lunch, offering a curated menu that promises not just tasty bites but memorable dining experiences. Start your day with their Breakfast Menu, which features standout items like warm savory muffins and their renowned Eggs Benedict, perfectly poached and paired with silky hollandaise sauce. For those who prefer a lighter option, the delightful muesli will surely fuel your adventures ahead.

If you’re visiting during lunch, make sure to try the Crispy Squid—its light, crispy coating in contrast with the tender squid is an explosion of flavor that’s sure to delight your palate. Add a luscious Jumbo Coffee to your order; crafted with a triple shot of your choice, it’s both strong and satisfying, perfect for those on the go.

But don't just take our word for it—customers rave about their experiences at Bird The Word. Jessica Sharp describes the café as a perfect spot for breakfast, praising the warm ambiance and the attentive staff. Daisy Lin highlights the friendly service and the joy of assembling a deconstructed bagel, making breakfast not just a meal, but a delightful interaction. Nicole Pascual felt like a star with her delicious eggs bene, confirming that the good vibes and excellent food were worth every cent.

Whether you’re a local seeking a place to unwind or a traveler on the hunt for the perfect breakfast spot, Bird The Word beckons you with its charm and mouthwatering offerings. Swing by for a meal that promises to not just fill your belly, but also warm your heart!

Service options
Outdoor seating
Delivery
Takeaway
Dine-in
Highlights
Great coffee
Great dessert
Great tea selection
Popular for
Breakfast
Lunch
Solo dining
Good for working on laptop
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible car park
Wheelchair-accessible entrance
Wheelchair-accessible seating
Wheelchair-accessible toilet
Offerings
Coffee
Prepared foods
Quick bite
Small plates
Vegan options
Vegetarian options
Dining options
Breakfast
Brunch
Lunch
Dessert
Seating
Amenities
Toilet
Atmosphere
Casual
Cosy
Trendy
Crowd
Groups
Tourists
Planning
Accepts reservations
Payments
Credit cards
Debit cards
NFC mobile payments
Credit cards
Children
Good for kids
High chairs
Kids' menu
Parking
Free of charge street parking
Paid street parking
Parking
Openings Hours
Checking

Monday

7:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Tuesday

7:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Wednesday

7:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Thursday

7:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Friday

7:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Saturday

7:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Sunday

7:00 AM - 2:00 PM

293 Reviews
Jessica Sharp

29 Aug 2025

Stumbled across BTW whilst on our morning walk. They’re open nice and early. We had a lovely breakfast on the outside tables, served by super helpful and friendly staff. Warm savoury muffins, big and small BTW brekkie, the vege brekkie, and museli were all thoroughly enjoyed. So much so I almost didn’t stop to take photos. Coffee was also hot and on point! We do recommend a visit.

Daisy Lin

25 Aug 2025

The staff here are so lovely; we were greeted with a genuine smile and felt welcomed from first step in. The service is very fast, mocha and got chocolate was ready by the time we sat down- mocha was pleasantly sweet and had perfect foam. I've never seen a deconstructed bagel before but it was yummy and fun to assemble too. I liked how I could portion how much of each component I wanted Also they sell a variety of plants here too. The ambience and cafe atmosphere was so lovely~ Would definitely recommend and come back again. Thank you BTW team

J Chen

28 Jun 2025

Nice food, nice coffee and nice service. Friendly and helpful staff. Great location near the lake front. Highly recommend.

Nicole Pascual

26 Jun 2025

Spent our first breakfast in Rotorua and google said BTW is open on good friday, despite the 15% surcharge it was super worth it! The mocchacino was abs delish and I love their eggs bene and mushroom! Will for sure dine in again! Staff was so fun and amazing too!

GINA GREGORY

24 Jun 2025

What an amaizing service!! The staff is very friendly!! The food is really yummy!! Cosy nice place where you can sit down and have an amaizing time. @ginacatafoodie

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