2nd time I have dined here. 1st time with friends & 2nd time for my 35th birthday on Thursday.
I love how small and intimate it is. The food is very highly recommend & very delicious. I would recommend to anyone who is looking to dine out. Love this restaurant.
We loved everything about this unassuming restaurant. The staff were welcoming and extremely professional. The food was outstanding, especially the tapas; so tasty - try them all... and the jugs mango margaritas were to die for.
If you're thinking of dining at Sabroso then don't hesitate and book a table! My partner and I stumbled across this place and it has been the highlight of our trip to Rotorua. We will absolutely be back the first chance we get! The food is so delicious I could not find a fault if I wanted to look for one. John (the chef) cooked our meals with so much flavour and with such love and passion i would say this is the best Mexican I've ever had. The service was absolutely exceptional from Sarah, who made us feel like one of the family and gave us the best service I've had in a long time. Thanks you both for such an unforgettable experience and we hope to be back soon!
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This is our first time here as I myself have never been to Rotorua and we can't wait to try one of the best places to eat in here. We were lucky to get a booking on the spot when they just opened because later on while we are eating they have to turn down many groups of people as they are fully booked for the rest of the night. It's a small, cozy place, lively ambience and music, and the couple and waitress there are very lovely and kind. The food taste really authentic, where I find some of the sauces and condiments new to me but loved it. The Escabeche - very juicy and flavourful fish with the crunch of corn chips and then a strong kick of hot from their homemade chilli sauce. The grilled chicken is cooked to perfection, very soft and juicy, but the sauce on top is to die for! My favourite is the taco, the seafood of that day was fried calamari (my favourite!!) and I couldn't ask for a more perfect combination. Lastly, the chocolate cup for dessert - very dense and smooth, melts in your mouth and the hint of spiciness just tops everything up. Overall, it is a beautiful experience and I would love to come again.
One of the best Mexican (or any cuisine) meals I’ve ever had! A nice little restaurant that feels cosy and homely. The waiter (who I think is also the owner) was extremely helpful in choosing what dishes to order and was very friendly. Food was flavoursome, filling and all around delicious. Drinks were also a treat. Would highly recommend, and will definitely be back next time we’re in Rotorua
Wow! Had a delicious meal here last night. The lovely host was welcoming and full of personality and intuitively knew what we would like. The food was authenticity flavoursome and came with their own homemade condiments (which you can purchase) and they added that extra punch. Highly recommend and will definitely eat here again on our next visit.
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I made a reservation several weeks early via email but surprisingly couldn't get the reservation time I wanted because it was already full for that time slot! Despite this, they were very friendly and accommodating via email so it wasn't a problem.
We were seated at a lovely 2-seater at the window where we could watch the continuous stream of people coming to the door, reading the sign indicating they were fully booked, then walking away, disappointed. Would say a reservation or takeaway are your only options.
The manager behind the bar and the server were beyond nice - so friendly and sweet, I really felt at ease with them around. We accidentally poured a glass of water on the ground and they laughed and joked about it so we didn't look so dumb!
I wanted to order the lamb chops wrapped in bacon but it was too popular and had already sold out at 7pm - instead we got a 500ML of Sangria (enough for 3 glasses) and a starter of cheese sauce and tortilla chips, chicken with peanut-coconut sauce (quite unique- have never tried this type of sauce before) and the slow cooked lamb with tortillas.
Overall, the food was pretty good - Sangria was a good middle ground between juice and straight wine with pieces of apple, the cheese sauce was very moreish, the chicken was cooked to perfection but the salad-in-a-glass was a bit drowned in sauce and the pumpkin patty was a little forgettable. The lamb dish had a pretty consistent taste throughout, so not the most exciting, but was still nice.
Mood lighting, a very small venue and great service made for a very good place for dates, although groups were very popular. Just a note - would say this is more generic South American/Caribbean style food than Mexican.
My wife and I enjoyed the food so much and the Margarita's were just the icing on the cake. Friendly and helpful staff. Have to book. because its popular. Will visit again soon.
Lovely. Every dish was good. Staff were amazing. Higgly recommend the specials. Make sure you book in advanc3. Enjoy this fantastic restaurant.
I'm living in Rotorua for next few months and found this place- wow! What a great place. The hosts are so friendly, Mexican food at its best and it's now my regular Friday dinner. We've settled on the absolute best margarita to finish the night. The best restaurant by miles in Rotorua....sorry.... New Zealand!!!
I ordered take away and the owner was so helpful and friendly, when we went to pick up the food the restaurant had such a friendly and homely vibe that we regretted not sitting down to eat. The food was delicious, full of flavour and uniquely flavoured. If you're passing through make sure you stop by!
Sabroso. A very small sweet place, away from the main Eat Street. Delicious in every sense.
A tidy menu with a range of plates, we got a mix of tapas and mains tonight. We started with margarita which was perfect, not full of sugar and extras, a classic margarita. We also got Sangria which was delicious.
I got the salad because I felt like I had been eating all day. The salad was HUGE, so large I was unable to eat it all. It looked quite plain to be honest, but it was delicious. My other half got the chicken enchiladas which were brilliant. No spice in either of our dishes however we had sauces given to us for the table.
Lovely quaint atmosphere but the manager had to keep turning people away because they had not booked. The staff were pleasant and overall had a gentle approach which made the evening more intimate.
Thanks! We will be back again.
Amazing experience here. Fabulous food at great prices. A lovely wine selection and the option to purchase bottles of 2 different spicy sauces that can also compliment your meal. I bought one and enjoying using it in my own cooking. The convivial owners cook and serve the food themselves and lovely to chat with them. Definitely recommend.
Absolutely blown away by this place! The service by Sarah was phenomenal, nothing I had ever experienced before. She is attentive and makes you feel completely at home. John was just as amazing with helping us decide on a dessert and making all the food. Everything we ordered was incredible, the margaritas are perfect, specialty coffees are large and delicious. Before we finished our meals we were already planning our next visit. Excellent price as well. See you again soon Sabroso, we are new loyal customers.
A fabulous dining experience. The food was delicious, the service was excellent and the atmosphere was great. One of the best meals of the year for us. A great find!
Awesome restaurant - we try to travel down from Auckland at least once a year to eat here! Sarah and John are great hosts and cooks and the food is excellent. Margaritas are pretty amazing too! Five star ...
Loved this small and cosy restaurant. We were fortunate to walk in and dine, because of a cancellation. Our host/ Waitress, was very warm and welcoming. She had a wealth of information to help us select our food and drink. The food was very fresh and tasty and everything was very well priced. I will definitely return, when we are back in Rotorua.
Yummy fusion if Latin American cuisine, tasty food full of flavor, many Gluten-free options. Sangria with a tocuh of sherry was exceptional, so was the staff. Friendly and welcoming atmosphere. I recommend trying their home made jalapeno sauces too. Thanks Sabroso!
We ate at Sabroso's tonight and can't recommend it enough. The food was the most authentic Latin-American we have had in a long time and best of all, every single bite was absolutely delicious! The staff were all so friendly and the food came out very quickly too. Definitely come eat here if you are in Rotorua!
Amazing little find! Amazing food, great drinks and excellent service! Very authentic food and no Rotorua smell inside (which my teens were very thankful for!). And the jalapeño sauce is brilliant! Margaritas, sangria and Chilean wine were all excellent. Even had virgin margarita option. Definitely need to book in advance. Will be back next time we’re in the area.
One of our favourite places in Rotorua. Lovely simple family owned business with great food at a really reasonable price. The drinks are amazing and it’s great when the owners show so much passion and want you to learn how to make great drinks at home as well. Highly rate this little restaurant, just remember it’s super popular and small so you must book. Can’t wait to go back.
I was absolutely happy to have this amazing food! Highly recommended
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