More Than Three Decades of Passion, Seafood & Community
Our story
For over 30 years, Oppies has been part of Rotorua's dining story.
Established in 1996 as a family owned fish and chips shop, Oppies quickly earned a reputation for serving exceptional seafood with genuine hospitality. Through an unwavering commitment to quality, consistency and customer experience, the restaurant grew from a local favourite into one of New Zealand's most recognised names in seafood dining.
Today, while our menu has evolved to celebrate premium New Zealand seafood with Asian inspired flavours, the values that shaped Oppies remain unchanged. Every guest is welcomed like family, every dish is prepared with care, and every visit is an opportunity to create lasting memories.
Driven by passion
What made Oppies special thirty years ago is the very reason guests continue to return today.
Built on an award winning foundation, our restaurant continues to honour the traditions that earned the trust of generations of locals while embracing new ideas, flavours and experiences.
From our famous fish and chips to beautifully prepared seafood platters, live seafood and signature dishes, every plate reflects our passion for quality ingredients and authentic hospitality.
Over the years, Oppies has welcomed families, travellers, celebrities, sporting personalities and film crews from around the world, each adding another chapter to the story we are proud to continue writing.
