The best Toasts in Wellington | Sluurpy updated in April

"We presented at lunch with 7 people and they accommodated us with a smile at a bit of a smaller table because other tables were reserved. The service..."

Kate Aguirre Go

Duncan Galletly

"Went in nice and early on Saturday night to try their Burger Wellington entry. Seated in the outdoor dining area, nice and cosy under one of their..."

Simon Kearsley

"I've walked past The Bresolin for the past 6 months every day... Always meaning to go in and try them out. So today mum and I went inside. Amazing..."

Lizannepitt

"Came for dinner and drinks tonight. Service was friendly and quick. Food was awesome. Had plenty of plates to share. Fried chicken is a go to,..."

Tyler Conelly

"I came to the Bresolin as part of a large group. Being the first to arrive I was offered a drink inside before more people showed up and we moved to..."

Jenjaroo

"Came here for lunch as a party of 6.We had the tofu eggplant salad, crushed avocado with sango sprout and kale, breso burgers, fish and..."

FoodiePhysician

"First things first: we LOVED the architectual attention to detail of the outside area - albeit a bit chilly, I reckon the heaters need some cranking..."

Liz

"The Bresolin is near my job. I stumbled into the place one evening between work and other engagements, and I was very glad that I had. I dined in the..."

Audra Lord

"Nice spot away from the hustle and bustle of the CBD.Had some share plates with friends. Whipped potatoes were so good I did not want to share. ..."

Miss Persistant

"The increasing number of affordable eateries never cease to amaze me and it goes to show that you can always amazing food outside of fine dining..."

Amy @ My Dining Journey

"TLDR; loved it, can't wait to go back! Went to The Bresolin last night for the first time with my partner and it was awesome. We..."

Jess Dunne

"Visited The Bresolin earlier today with a group of 13 brunch enthusiasts. Extremely happy with the service and food that we received considering..."

Georgina

"What a place to have a birthday dinner. It was amazing. The service was great, wine and food also were amazing. I had the buttermilk fried chicken..."

Heather Scott

"Celebrated New Year's dinner- was VERY impressed with the staff and the food. Everything from the kitchen was just great - the conversation just..."

JaimeC

"Best steak of my life. Great service, I mean fantasic. A+ The only reason this is not 5 star, is the smoking in general area. But that's just..."

Eamon Gilbert

"We went today for the first time and had brunch. Liked sitting in the courtyard. The juice of the day was so delicious I finished my first quickly..."

Cassandra Corbett

"Was quite stoked to check this place out, I walked past once and it was jammed pack - there's excitement about this place and I had to see it for..."

Wilson Chau

"Really enjoyed the vibe, food and service. Foods were all delicious with nice twists that made the flavours not boring. The steak was cooked..."

Jun Kim

"Was impressed that we were taken upstairs where there was a cosy feeling. The wood grilled sirloin was excellent, but the Goddess greens (with garlic..."

Alister McLeod

"Amazing Sunday Roast! Definitely head here over the weekend and try thier $20 roast special, make sure to get there early as it's a first in, first..."

kattymae

"Came back for WOAP 2018. The whole menu worked well together, but the highlight was definitely the dessert, a deconstructed cheesecake with good..."

Simon Lin

"Great food. Great service. First time try crumpet which is amazing gourmet food I ever tried. Love it a lot than..."

Yun Lee

"I give 5/5 for the grill !!!, roasted potatoes and some vegetables. You can also order for a good bottle (or glass) of wine. We ordered a good..."

Elvira SELISCHI

"Absolutely beautiful. Really nice indoor and outdoor dining areas. Staff are top notch, beer is good and they have a quality menu. Highly..."

Michael Bogacki

"Loved the food. The dessert was amazing. I generally order chocolate based desserts but this time I changed my mind because this peanut based dessert..."

River Song

"Second time that I've been here Food is very good and the staff is very good and..."

Luca D. Lombardo

"You can tell when an eatery cares about food. This is one such spot. Come for the small plates and order them all, or come for the beast feast once a..."

Tom Huthwaite

"The staff here are so friendly, really welcoming and it was a pleasure to come here. We ended up just coming here for desserts and coffee, I ended..."

Maddog (UKwonderboy)

"Fantastic food with interesting flavour combinations, friendly welcoming service, and reasonable prices. The burgers were excellent, and the..."

Carel Jobsis

"We have been going to various restaurants to try them out every Thursday. Was just saying how we hadn't found anything that stood out. Well bingo..."

Shiree Mackay

"Lovely little bar and outdoor eatery. Beautiful interior design to being a classic style into the modern era. Decent selection of beers but a great..."

Eamon Lesperance

"Fast and friendly service from our main waiter (a lovely guy from England). We went there with our kids (aged 11, 13 and 16) for Monday $10 Burger..."

NZKnitter

"This place provided me with a very tasty filling vegetarian meal, and the whisky list was..."

Ian Hunt

"Excellent place. We had a large party and accommodations were made a late stage without fuss. Tasty food, great coffee. We like brunch and dinner..."

Gareth Rooke

"Great out door eating area, covered or not! We were a group of 5 and shared 7 light meals at lunch which was perfect. Absolutely delicious and so..."

Muff Blackburne

Chocolate Fish Cafe

87/100 (2555 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

"Awesome outdoor seating. Went here with some work colleagues and it was a bit windy but you can’t beat the nice views. Service was really..."

JamesNZ

"super blown away by this cafe. it was our first time going there & it was packed with people due to the beautiful weather, yet the service was still..."

Hannah Vaughan

"Dinky little cafe out by the seaside. Space is rather limited but that is in no way a reflection on the great food and service the provide here...."

Mareko Panapa

"Came here for a late brunch and it was very busy The staff are very friendly and we took our dog as well as we were eating outside.Dog..."

Tim 51

"We make the drive out to Chocolate Fish often as its just the most beautiful location and the plentiful outdoor seating really makes the most of it...."

Portia Lancaster

"Went here on a busy Sunday lunchtime and the service was fantastic. Good parking space available too.The man behind the counter was really..."

Seeessjay

"I came in today and ordered coco pops for my 5 year old (and can I say genius move to put that at the top of the kids menu, once she heard coco pops..."

Rachel

"Love coming to the chocolate fish knowing the gluten free food is both safe and delicious 😋💞 Great service and plenty of great gf options...."

Celiac Teen

"Location is outstanding! service was great! it was worth the drivepro tip: make sure you order their hot chocolates, as they are..."

Sheryl

"Great ambience, the outdoor area was great, lots of heaters pillows and lights, nice and tidy too! Had the seafood chowder which was amazing, was..."

Karvah McClellan

"if you love eating fresh food while enjoying the sun and have the kids playing around safely while you enjoy your cuppa, do check this place out. the..."

R-Dee Roche

"Easily the most unique location and set-up I’ve seen in Wellington. And the food is so fresh it makes it even better. We had a Green Colada..."

Tanya Engineer

"Excellent location, great menu with friendly efficient staff. Well cooked beef burger and coffee, great place to chilli on a hot day with sea views..."

Flavourhunterr

"I'd been going to the cafe since it was based at Scorching Bay, but it'd been a few years since I'd been, so was pleasantly surprised to find it was..."

Angel He

"Great if your into seafood unfortunately I am not so I got a burger and that was great , great service. Love tht you can sit outside across the..."

Foodie Fables

"We had a late lunch at chocolate fish and realised after ordering that we were running late for our plane. The chef quickly cooked our order and we..."

Megha Dogra

"I also went there yesterday and got a Bacon & Egg flash sammy and must say it's the best sandwich I've had. So flavorsome and the bread/bacon was..."

Timothy Lam

"Love this place! Pet and children friendly. Always my go to summer cafe.Great atmosphere with no distractions except the amazing views of..."

Sovy Taing

"The food, staff, location and atmosphere are awesome. This is a great spot to stop on a weekend walk or ride. Although they are often really busy, i..."

Fern

"Delicious menu! I always head here to get my fix of whitebait fritters when im craving them in the off season. Yum! Very cool location right near the..."

Greer Whiting

"Spent a heavenly lunch time at Chocolate Fish recently on a shocking Wellington Day. Our meals were out of this world - Beef Burger was the best..."

Annette Coughlan

"This place doesn't only have good food but is an awesome experience of the Wellington summers. The comfortable relaxed seating overlooking the ocean..."

Jassleen Narula

"Iconic place. The owners still work there and probably the most hard working. When they moved from previous spot to the current location they..."

Jimon007

"The service was unbelievably fast. The food was fantastic. I had the whitebait fritter and salad. My wife had the fish of the day in a sandwich. Both..."

Ian De Terte

"I always enjoy my meals here, just like I enjoy the atmosphere and the service. But today was different:I ordered the grilled fish with..."

Helen Neni Dobson

"Without a doubt, best sandwiches. Made as soon as you order it so it's made fresh! Personally I didn't like my berry smoothie but my friend enjoyed..."

❤️ FOR FOOD

"Great place n I guess it is Wellington on a plate. Awesome views and very relaxed atmosphere. If you are looking to just chill or read a book in the..."

Rohit Kumar

"Love this place! Great relaxed vibe, yummy food and coffee. Awesome weekend spot and great for the family with good indoor and outdoor seating..."

Eating My Way Around

"One of the best places in Wellington on a nice day! Love that you can see the chefs cooking fresh fish and meat on the BBQ out the front. Great range..."

Catherine

"Another enjoyable lunch at Chocolate Fish. On a fine day, a great family location, service is always friendly and food is more creative and tasty..."

Stefan Thieu

"Really great friendly staff and awesome atmosphere. Food was delicious and they were extremely accommodating of our coeliac daughter. It's a rare..."

Bonnie Emma

"We came as a group of 5 adults and 7 children on a sunny winter morning. The kids were all kept busy on bikes and a playhouse which left us enjoy..."

Jenjaroo

"Best place to come and chill. Love the vibe. Love that it's right by the ocean so peaceful watching the waves 😄 staff are so friendly too..."

Emma Taylor

"Great place to grab a bite out of the "city" or on your way to the airport. Fresh and simple food, awesome playground for kids and family during..."

Brainless Foodie

"Very nice food, delicious drinks and I certainly reccomend the chocolate fish shake. Would certainly visit another time and reccomend to..."

Jasonbr67

"Absolutely amazing. The ride to the cafe was beautiful with such beautiful scenery. It was really packed when we arrived but we managed to grab a..."

Jess

"Stopped by here today on our way for a nice drive around the bays.Wow, where to begin.A great selection of food choices on the menu, and..."

Adam K

"Expectations were high given the Zomato score and boy, I was NOT disappointed at all. In any aspect! We placed our order with the friendly man behind..."

Rhiannon At Large

"The staff were really nice upon entry, I was starvin so ordered a cacao almond smoothie which came out within seconds - must've been pre made - and..."

Stacy Heyman

"This really is a kid's paradise and a fantastic venue for the family. The coffee is good and the cabinet food is very good; however, the a la carte..."

Eleanor Purdey Smith

"Great food, and the relaxed and fantastic use of the outdoors to capitalise on ocean views and the sunshine make it a fabulous place to drop in on...."

Stephen Harrison

"Only stopped in for a chai while out for a drive and I instantly liked the vibe of the place. They have a rather large floor space, a nice selection..."

Rhodri Williams

"Today was probably one of the best day to go and chill there, as I was told to go for a great number of times. First of all the location is..."

Ines

"This really is my favourite place to eat in Wellington. Great staff, consistently amazing food, who would have thought sandwiches could be so so..."

Food Mm

"Lovely restaurant for children, funky seats and ride on toys galore. We dined on a Saturday and it was very busy. Our waitress provide us with a..."

Amy Chattington-Harris

"First visit here and was already quite busy. We found a seat in the heated courtyard which was nice. Ordered the fish of the day sandwich, crayfish..."

Kklovestoeat

"This you must visit if you are in the Miramar area on a nice sunny day. Unpretentious and great tasting food with a smile. During lunchtime they do..."

Kishore Mitra

"Came in today for lunch - really great food and friendly staff. All menu items looked yummy so was a hard choice. Had the chickpea salad with..."

Mueslilo

"Love calling in here to bring my overseas visitors, on the way to the airport. They just love it and impressed by the tasty food selection. Heaps to..."

Miss Persistant

"Favourite place to eat in Wellington bar-none. Real kiwi feel, massive outdoor area overlooking the harbour with bean bags, tables and chairs galore..."

James Ford

"On a weekday in summer, when the sky is deep blue and the harbour is beautiful, Chocolate Fish is one of the nicest spots in Wellington. Like a..."

Duncan Galletly

"Lovely cafe with an amazing menu in a cool location. Love the view and the fact that it is probably the most kid friendly place in town (so many..."

Katherine MacGregor

"A spot to take your visiting relatives or to sneak out to on a work day when school is in. The food is good, if I think a tad overpriced,..."

Ian Apperley

"Good food, good coffee. They do one hell of a bacon and egg sandwich. Great atmosphere and absolutely brilliant for and with kids, great wee..."

Team Thomas

"A Wellington institution! Have had a number of things off the menu and love the seafood sammies. Date scones are some of the best in Wellington!..."

RaeRae

"An absolute classic Wellingtonian cafe! This place knows how to do great..."

Humbleluxury

"I'm a regular here with friends - almost every weekend we'll be there, often with a baby, toddler, and pre-teen in tow. It's both unique,..."

Rachel Prosser

"By far my favourite little spot in Wellington. Without fail every time we go we are greeted by the owners, if it's a chilly day they offer blankets..."

Holly

"We went back to the Chocolate Fish today on a whim... hadn't been there for more than a year. A gorgeous, sunny day in the Capital and they were..."

Pamela Cronin

"Location, what a view on most days and what a pleasant cafe all round.Great tasty food. The chefs obviously know all about the importance of not..."

Maarten Groen

"Had a fantastic time at the Chocolate Fish on the weekend, we managed to snaffle a couple of the bean bags out the front (very rare) and enjoyed a..."

DebHead

"I can't decide whether I prefer the mussel fritter sandwich or the crayfish fritter sandwich, luckily my companion is a true gentleman and was..."

Lee Taylor

"This cafe has recently moved to Shelly Bay and now offers a limited, but good, menu. Great corn fritters! Hot food is cooked to order on a bbq. Child..."

Cafe Expert

"Great food and great service. Good selection of Gluten Free options..."

Al Jackson

"Great location basic but well executed menu kids and dog friendly outdoors setting with great views over wellington. Add in their cherry staff and..."

Patrick Pilcher

"how do i love thee, let me count the ways ... i love to loll on a beanbag looking out to sea with a latte in one hand and a giant brown sugar..."

Kai Luv

"This is another story of how losing your way takes you places. I was looking to head to Miramir and a wrong exit at a roundabout brought me to this..."

Aditya Nair

"Food here was so good we had to come back the next day! The whitebait fritter sandwich and tomato soup is a must try! We also had the black pudding..."

Tan Yan Ni

"The Flash Sammies were really good - got the White Bait and Crayfish. The 3B burger was "one of the best burgers I've had in awhile" - said my friend..."

Eileen Lui

"One of the homeliest and most comfortable cafes in Wellington!! All the staff are all incredibly lovely. These guys know how to do Kiwi well. Highly..."

Isabella Clague

"It's great to visit on a sunny day with your young child during the weekend. Keep in mind that parking might be a bit challenging due to the large..."

Wonmok Choi

"OMG! This place is amazing, from the views, to the food and drinks. I was blown away (literally… it was so windy) I definitely recommend sitting..."

Adella H

"I'm a big fan of this place. The standard fancy fish sandwich is lovely, the potato cake is fluffy on the inside and crisp on the out. My partner..."

Jo Jo

"Warm friendly and patient service. Outstanding paua, bacon and black pudding burger. Banana a date smoothie (dairy free, vegan) was delicious. ..."

Andy York

"Great Mocha, open steak sandwich was just awesomeness.. the chef had the steak to perfection. Staff were wonderful and the owner was soo..."

The Wolf

"A great little place to get a meal away from the busy centre of Wellington. We had breakfast here on the way to Weta Workshop and enjoyed it..."

Patrick Haesler

"Very close to Camp Wellington where we stayed last month. It was recommended we visit and have a taste of what they have on the menu. Didn't..."

Gloriane Gail

Shepherd

Wheelchair Accessible

"Me and my partner often eat out a lot and chose to see what Shepard was like based on the reviews. I honestly didn’t expect much as we do eat out..."

Junior Tupufia

"Such an amazing fancy lunch out together. The Turkish eggs and the has browns with eggs were the tastiest things I've eaten in ages, the kids thought..."

Kim Seaward

"Following recent news of Shepherd's closure, we just have to make a final visit to the award-winning restaurant! We had previously visited for brunch..."

Angelica Woolley

"They didn't change the vibe of the place for brunch. It still had dinner vibes. But whatever. The food was so bombs. We were a group of 5. We ordered..."

Eileen Lui

"Our first time at Shepherd. I have been told that brunch is amazing there by many people. Is it really though? I would say the food was nice, but not..."

Filip S

"An absolute delight to eat here. I am glad I researched otherwise would not be able to spot as it is in a bit of a hidden area. The decor, good,..."

Shilpa Thakker

"Please do try before they close on 26th Nov, the best restaurant in..."

Vincent Ho

"Have been here a few times and always enjoy the creative and surprising dishes on offer (re fish wings!). This is the first time since they..."

Jo

"I had the most delicious brunch, highly recommend trying the specials as they are created by the wonder Chefs and are totally original. I had the..."

coralie stevens

Simon Li

Beach Babylon

86/100 (2525 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

"A lovely place to go and eat or get a drink on a sunny day. The views of the ocean are spectacular. The food is very nice but the atmosphere is what..."

Kate.mcpherson123

"Funky little place with interesting decor. Friendly staff and a great menu with heaps of options. Awesome wine menu. The food was delicious and the..."

Steaksammie

"Went about 10 days ago for brunch on a busy Saturday morning. 3 of us sat outside. Coffees arrived really quick, and food was not far behind. They do..."

Sally

"Great restaurant! Beachy and relaxed theme with retro decor. Friendly and attentive staff, did not have to wait long for our food.A couple of us..."

Rochelle Holland

"Had to redo my review, had a lovely meal with my wee girl here. Vegan options are amazing, so nice to be in a situation where I can choose from do..."

Eating My Way Around

"Lovely outlook sitting outside, we has The Edge Martinborough Pinot Noir was very smooth. My partner had the seafood linguine, plenty of seafood and..."

Anna

"Went here last week and about a year ago both times they were really good for breakfast The homemade hash browns are perfect crunchy on the..."

David Thompson

"We went here for breakfast We tried the Fat Bastard breakfast, the pancakes and the mince on toastThe hot drinks were nice as wellIt..."

Tim 51

"Everything super tasty and all the wait staff was very friendly. My group and I had a pleasant conversation with one of the staff. I would definitely..."

Mjmcferren

"Food was pretty good! Good quality beef, grilled just well, not too dry, still juicy and moist. Food arrived quickly too. Also the service was very..."

James Ong

"Always very good! Salmon bagel ordered with a side salad. That sala was next level for a side! So good out the front on a hot day! Also, they do..."

Nikita Rawnsley-Wratt

"Went last night for my sister's birthday and it happened to coincide with WOAP. The food was brought out about half an hour after ordering which..."

Natasha Hill

"We all had a great 60th birthday celebration at Beach Babylon! We are from out of town, all converging on Wellington for the event. It was super easy..."

Blackrobinnz

"Came here finally after driving past a million times!We were greeted upon arrival and told to seat wherever we wanted. Service was quick and we..."

Aimee R

"Had the Vegan vegan which was delicious and huge! Partner had rosti with bacon and halloumi. Coffee and service were amazing, we will be back...."

Logan Managh

"Had the shake and big breakfast, food was delicious and shakes and iced drinks are very tasty!Nice atmosphere being opposite the beach on a nice..."

Jordan

"Solid brunch menu especially if you love rösti! They are often busy weekends but it's worth waiting for a table. The location and atmosphere is..."

Julia TVM

"A great spot for drinks in the sun - and they have Pimms jugs! Most of the snack foods/small plates are a little on the greasy fried side, the fondue..."

EpiCurious

"A nice little spot for brunch, and as a bonus was open Boxing Day. They have a variety of options for roti so no need for bread or toast if you wish...."

Rebecca

"Located on Oriental Parade I like the surfie beach house vibe and the matching music. The staff were friendly and relaxed and we got started with..."

Gus

"I have been to this place a few times now and it is one of my go-to place for brunch. I have decided to take a friend of mine here for brunch..."

Foooodie Explorer

"This was a great place to eat quick and friendly service with amazing food and amazing drinks this is again a great place to eat kid friendly and..."

Ben Woodburn

"Love this place. Good food. Great location and excellent service. I love that pets are allowed. I go here nearly each time I visit that side of the..."

Sriram Srivatsan

"Nice cafe. Great food and service. Reasonably priced food. I went there with a friend from USA/Poland and this cafe catered to his dietary..."

Ian De Terte

"Saturday brunch at Beach Babylon. Very popular place but we were lucky as it wasn't overly busy.We were greeted with a smile and shown to a..."

Sean P E Fleming

"Stopped in for a drink and a snack. Chilli prawns were lovely and service was okay. Lovely location and typical Wellington ambience. A little bit..."

Donald Tracey Murray

"I had a great smoothie and fries when I was here. Staff were really friendly and were very happy to modify an item for me (have a nut allergy so no..."

Saeran Maniparathy

"Need to say that the burger they had for Wellington on a plate was a total killer ! Really tasty and different from what was done in the CBD. And so..."

Ines

"Go to people and dog watch. Stay for quality tea, coffee, drink, cakes, and awesome brunch. The man friend usually goes for the big veggie breakfast...."

Grace

"Went here for dinner and loved the environment, great spot and awesome BYO. The service was excellent and I'd definitely come back, although not for..."

David Palfreyman

"Went down to Beach Babylon breakfast couple weeks ago on a nice but coldish Wellington Sunday. I got the breakfast burrito and a Bloody Mary and was..."

Jordan Morrice

"Walking into Beach Babylon we were immediately welcomed by a super friendly barista.My pal and I grabbed a small table down the back near a..."

Table For One

"Had a fantastic brunch there last week. Potato rostis with poached eggs, smoked salmon with capers on toast went down really well. Best coffee we've..."

Katherine MacGregor

"Down on beautiful Oriental Parade is this little retro joint that's not only a cafe, but a bar and somewhere to get your pooch in on the culinary..."

Heneedsfood

"Great view if the Wellington weather allows. Eclectic clever menu at reasonable prices especially the light plates.Enjoyed the Tarakihi very..."

Haumanakeakua

"Love the breakfast sandwiches here! The coffee and shakes are amazing too! We last came on a wet, but busy, Wellington morning and they managed to..."

Humbleluxury

"I just had a mocha from here . It was fyn. I love the ambience of the place . Once you enter the place it appears like u r in another realm..."

Foodie Mallu

"Great food but unfortunately they seemed really understaffed and we had to wait ages for our food and even longer for our second round of coffees..."

Marilyn Moore

"This was a lunch stop with the family. Was worried we wouldn't get a seat as this place was pumping. It was a Sunday. The turnover of tables was..."

Selective

"Yum!Best pancakes I think I've ever had - light fluffy and delicious topped with berry and rhubarb compote! and the chicken quesidilla went..."

Deb Kissick

"This would be a favourite of ours. The service is always friendly and consistent. If it is quiet I have been welcomed to have a leisurely..."

Ellie

"Beautiful spot with a great, typically Welly hippy vibe - as opposed to hipster - I definitely prefer the former :) I had a vege toasted..."

The Guppy

"I fell back in love with milshakes at this place a few weeks ago, the Snickers milshake OMG! My burger was also good but the milkshake, I dream of it..."

Joshua Hill

"If you're looking for consistently good food and a well located cafe / restaurant - Beach Babs is the place to go. The food here is fresh, tasty and..."

Alice Bourke

"I like this place way more than I thought I would. My friends and I all imagined it to be a cynical corporate take on retro kitsch before we went..."

Woo 17

"We have been here twice within two weeks. Once for lunch and once for afternoon tea (4.30pm) and both times were great. They change their menu during..."

Reviewer007

"I came here for brunch for the first time on Sunday and the place was humming. Nonetheless the staff found us a table pretty quickly, and we settled..."

Isabella

"Four of us went for brunch on Saturday. Started well with gorgeous coffee, great hot chocolate and prompt friendly service. We all had different..."

Kara I

"I went here for brunch yesterday for the first time and had a great experience. Food was yum, service friendly and quick even though it was really..."

Katie1

"This place is one of my faves in Welly, the staff are always friendly, the counter-food and menu tasty, and one of the most important bits - the..."

Mary Jane Thomas

"Have been to Beach Babylon for brunch and dinner on a number of occasions. The food is always good and the service friendly. We love the beachy..."

Dinerdiner

"I am a regular here, whether for breakfast or lunch. Have not tried it for dinner though. I think another quality cafe open during day on busy..."

CK

"Manhatten has now morphed into Beach Babylon, which is a real shame in some ways - i loved Manhatten with Dan doing his thing out..."

Philip

"Been here a few times, for dinner and lunch, the amazing food makes up for the table service which at lunch time i find the staff get confused. Most..."

Emma Lowry

"Stopped by at Baby Babylon after a scenic drive around Oriental Bay and we took our seats inside the busy cafe and restaurant. The weather was rather..."

Amy @ My Dining Journey

"Everything here was good. Went for breakfast on a Thursday about 9.30am on the way to the airport. Good quick service. Good food. Good coffee. Good..."

Kiwig1rl

"I ate humongous Burger and a yummy mango shake. The set up of the place is cool. And outside is relaxing. The food are yum and the place is just..."

Elna Baguya

"I recently had the pleasure of visiting Beach Babylon, and I must say it was a delightful experience. The laid-back atmosphere and beachy vibes..."

Mahdi Abdollahi

"Warm friendly service & the food was well cooked & came promptly. The fish & vegetables were perfectly cooked. And my chicken burger was..."

bolonz bolo

"Such a cool little spot for a lovely vegan options on the menu and a great coffee while overlooking the beautiful ocean (sitting on the outside or..."

Olia

"Came for the fondue, walked away with a feeling of contentment. Great staff with awesome service. Highly recommend getting the fries with the fondue..."

Alma

"I really liked the ambience. The coffee and pastries were both very good. Will definitely go back to try the food as..."

Mahnaz

"A fun atmosphere and great coffee and food here always with the wonderful service. Plus they have a dog water bowl by the door. Toilets aren't..."

Maria Anderson

"Served by Alice last weekend real good service, good food, very talkative which added to it funny person. Very good milkshakes. Good amount of vegan..."

Bruno Martin-Edwards

"Was happily surprised to see there was a huge amount of vegan and vegetarian options on the menu! I got the vegan chicken and halloumi salad and..."

Isabella Clague

"Great outdoor spot if you have a dog and need a spot of brunch. The coffee is always good and they even have a whole menu for your furry friend...."

Glyn Alcock

"We came here after looking at the menu online, and the food did not disappoint! Yesterday we'd bought coffee to takeaway which we enjoyed, and today..."

Julian Davison

"I was craving for something spicy yesterday and their burrito was just the right thing for my craving and the weather. They were very busy, so..."

Saipriya Krishna

"We were a party of four and ordered the Babylon Royal burger, which was almost too tall to bite into, two colourful summer salads, which we really..."

Davide Baj

"lovely spot with seats outside, heaters, and a comfy inside area. good food with a Lebanese influence. Persian eggs were good, but also the basic..."

Stephen Gillies

"Staff were great and food was delicious. Great for a couple or for taking the family there. Highly..."

Aaron Clancy

"We were really excited to eat some good food after hearing such great reviews from others from this place. The food we ordered was on the average..."

Fidah Ali

"A great licensed cafe/restaurant with a distinct 70's Caribbean/tiki bar vibe. The food was delicious and nicely presented. Friendly staff with..."

Innes Fisher

Capitol Restaurant

Wheelchair Accessible

"My favourite restaurant in..."

Susan Kiddle

"Dined at Capitol last night, having been their for brunch a few days earlier. On both occasions the food and service were excellent. Love this place..."

Shane.gustafson

"It was a great pleasure dining here for my partner's birthday. The quality of food was superb and selection of wines are excellent. Staff are very..."

Karen B. Otic

"Great service and good food and nice selection of wines. Each course was nicely prepared. The oysters were fresh and tasty. Look forward to..."

TheFoodGonzo

"Capitol is known as one of Wellington's Crown Jewels and now I know why! My husband had lamb ragu with pasta, I had snapper & fresh oysters and we..."

Cha Ching

"Friendly helpful staff here. I asked about vegetarian options and they offered to adjust a couple of dishes to suit. There wasn’t..."

Sean P E Fleming

"The morning of the election and voting first thing , we met friends and had a great breakfast and anticipated the results. Great food and tempted by..."

Megha Dogra

"I am never disappointed when visiting Capitol the food is always 5* and the service is to match one of the best places to eat in the city always look..."

Em

"I don't know how the teeny tiny kitchen in Capitol manages to produce such ridiculously good food. Brunch, lunch, dinner....I like it all. Big..."

Jade M.

"Most amazing scrambled eggs I've ever had. Always do the soup here. I don't come to Wellington that often but when i do and I come here the soup is..."

Richard Roberts

"After a slip up by the host for our table of 4, we were seated promptly. The pasta and prawns were cooked well and the side of potato were very..."

Angela Liu

"How lucky are we, one of our locals. Consistent great food in an iconic location. I had gurnard not my favourite fish superbly cooked, green beans as..."

Adriennenz

"Capitol, like Ortega a few doors away, has a large and loyal following. For good reason. This is one of the handful of special restaurants in the..."

Duncan Galletly

"Queens Birthday Sunday and a night out - bliss.I have only been here for lunch previously and thoroughly enjoyed that so was pleased to settle..."

Philip Reeve

"Went there on a Monday night with people from out of town. Had been recommended from someone earlier that day so was a bit last minute. It was..."

Jane Russell

"Been here many times, always excellent food and service; last visit was outstanding with amazing food backed up with attentive service and great..."

Paul

"We mostly come for lunch, they make a fantastic Bloody Mary!I've had possibly the best fish dish I've ever had here (I think it was king fish)...."

Kelli Williams

"I've lunched at Capitol twice fairly recently with my husband and had the blackboard seafood special and a glass of wine.It is a restaurant that..."

Molly

"A must 'go to' place when in Wellington for breakfast. Super quick and attentive service matched with a breakfast menu that has all the standard..."

David Boshier

"This place is pretty damn good - food was excellent and great wine list. Service was good - and handled how busy it was well. Best restaurant I have..."

Andrew Imms

"Fantastic food. Awesome to visit for either lunch or dinner.Just nice attention to detail, lovely flavours and really quite reasonable for..."

Casey

"Had Sunday dinner here - we were constrained by a tight turnaround time of an hour. Phoned them with no prior booking - the staff were accommodating..."

Dee Mangin

"I love this place, the food is simple and flavoursome. Not to complicated which means the ingredients can speak fot themselves. Most times i come..."

Margaret

"One word - Fantastic. Went along with my folks to celebrate dad's 69th, and everything form start to finish was top-notch. I would give 9.5/10 for..."

Susie Robertson

"Great modern Italian-influenced food; I'll eat things I'd normally avoid (Brussel sprouts, lambs' liver...) and they're always excellent. I go there..."

Nicola Young

"Me and my partner have eaten here many times and love it!! we always get the same things and they never disappoint us. The service is..."

Bean

"Awesome food!! limited secletion of juices though. Tuna was amazing - melt in the mouth. A great dining experience.Cool..."

Emma

"I have eaten at Capitol numerous times, and cannot fault it. I only felt compelled to write this after reading the complaint below. The staff at..."

Miss Smith

"Wonderful food and great..."

Bethne Rowe

"Capitol is one of those places that comes highly recommended - I was really hoping it would measure up to it's reputation. Right from the minute we..."

Dan Bowden

"Food is always good there. Impeccable service and tasty menu and always evolving. Being regulars, it always has been consistent good service, food..."

Tehaunui

"We were looking for a place to have an easy stress free European dinner after a long day. The dishes were fantastic, Eye fillet was perfectly cooked..."

Irina Kapeli

"Always a nice dinner with great service. We tried the WOAP cocktail, festival dish and burger. We also shared the calamari which was the best thing..."

Lindsay Harn

"One of the best beef fillet i've ever had. The place is small, with few tables on the corner of a building. We waited quite a lot for our meal but..."

Giacomo Dusina

"Visited with some friends as a "fancy dinner". We had a wonderful young waiter, very polite and kind. Definitely not our usual pick, but it was..."

Ann K

"Can almost always guarantee a great dining experience here, so was not disappointed. The clam starter was full of flavour. I’m a big fan of the..."

Jo

"great food done simply. elephant fish, from the shark family was meaty and perfectly partnered with some velvety mash and crunchy smoky charred..."

tina nixon

"Had a fabulous meal catching up with family from out of town. Food was superb - every dish was top quality, beautifully presented and best of all ,..."

Wendy Slieker

"We had a grate dinner for celebrate my husband's birthday. All of food are..."

Lulu Xu

"Great food! Best food I had in New Zealand … I am in day 8 and I have booked very nice reputable places, but this one… oh my god! Amazing! Great..."

Veronica Sanchez-Bernuy

Floriditas

86/100 (4432 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

"Great food, healthy options, nice decor and definitely recommend..."

Rohan

"Busy cafe in the heart of Te Aro and it's easy to see why. Staff were quick to seat us, despite the interior being at near capacity. The menu offers..."

Famished

"I come here often enough that I don’t think to comment. I should. It is good... although it can be intensely busy and so you need to be..."

Orangikaupapa

"Always lovely with great food. Can get very busy so would recommend booking. The eggs are always done beautifully and is a lovely place to go for..."

Kate.mcpherson123

"HAVEN’T BEEN DISAPPOINTED by any Italian restaurants in Welly so far. The dinner tonight was definitely beyond what I had been looking for. For..."

Vicky Yiu

"Outstanding! I guess that's why it was so busy! The coffee was good, served speedily and competently. The food was great. All of it. Rich orange egg..."

Thomas O'Leary

"Fantastic place for brunch. The staff were just awesome! Food was just superb. I had the asparagus rocket and poached eggs ...very generous serve...."

Anna

"My partner and I had cakes from the counter -the espresso/coffee mascarpone one was amazing and the quince and almond tart was beautiful too. Comes..."

HayShanna

"Came in for breakfast and it was close by to where we are staying. Staff are so friendly and lovely, very helpful. I ordered the banana bread and it..."

Hansi Dissanayake

"I went here recently for lunch and study by myself and the food was so delicious and the staff were super friendly and attentive! It’s also nice to..."

Foodie

"This cold weather is making me crave Floriditas. I ate lunch there last week and had the chicken thighs with green beans and the prosciutto with..."

Lo Barrett

"Went for dinner, quite an expensive menu. Wait staff were attentive and friendly. Menu was quite limited, not many vegetarian options. Meal sizes..."

Seeessjay

"Delicious, I had the smoked mackerel & potato hash. Faultless. Gluten free bread is delicious. Rest of the fam enjoyed their meals, if you like..."

Kathi Jeeves

"Excellent food, excellent service, nice ambiance! I highly recommend sharing the cheese plate with a wine from their fine wine list. The polenta..."

Cha Ching

"Breakfast at Floriditas - one of life's pleasures. Fresh food, beautiful restaurant, handy location, a place that you could easily just settle into..."

AGB

"One of my favourite places for breakfast in Wellington. Great service, great selection of food including freshly squeezed juices and fantastic..."

Austin

"Have eaten here in the past and always delicious but this weekend we had an hour to spare so popped in for a cheeky wine or two before dinner. Great..."

Megha Dogra

"Perfect place for brunch! We came around 11ish and luckily there was only one table left and we don't have to wait for the table.I ordered earl..."

Shirley Yu

"One of my favorite brekkie/brunch spots in Welly. Floriditas has something for everyone. I have not yet found a place that does scrambled eggs quite..."

Zainab

"Possibly one of the best cafes in Wellington, fantastic service and also a bonus not to bump into any hipster bearded types, but then thankfully this..."

Frank

"Coffee was tops. Good breakfast. Excellent service and Hipster free zone is a bonus. First place we've been to that have provided excellent service...."

Ling Ling

"We were looking for something nice to have dinner and spontaneously ended up at Floriditas. First we thought its more a café than a proper..."

ScoopScoop

"Best tea and coffee in town. Definitely recommended. 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻 Amazing hospitality and quick service. Don't miss their coffee and teas..."

Deepinder Bahia

"Went for dinner on a busy Friday night at 7pm. Although it's was busy we got a table straight away. The service was warm and very friendly. I had the..."

Angela Osborne

"Home of the famous eggs eggs eggs! Been coming here for years and the food never fails. I highly recommend them poached or scrambled. The smoked fish..."

Vicki Wong

"This is one of the establishments in welly so my expectations were high. The place was really busy but luckily we were seated quickly. The service..."

Christian

"Wellington is just a foodie heaven! No doubts about it...Since there're so many positive feedbacks about this place, I feel like I'm..."

Cupy Dee

"A Wellington icon. Beautiful fit out, great coffee, professional service and a solid menu. I will never forget the stuff zucchini flowers I ate here,..."

The Food Snob

"It was date night for my wife and I. We decided to go to Floriditas for a light meal. Turns out, the menu was so appetising we ordered mains and..."

Mighty Will

"I finally gave Floriditas a try and it was pretty good experience.Went for a Sunday brunch, and wasn't surprised to see a fully packed..."

Joeyy Zahary Ginting

"Down in Welly for WOW and this place was recommended for its breaky - it's great!We had the bircher muesli, banana bread with passion fruit..."

Alwayseating

"The service was 5* the food was 5 * enjoyed every moment of our visit we will defiantly be back Total gem in the city..."

Em

"been here several times for breakfast. coffee was great and sharp, i normally order the poached eggs with avocado and it was prepared well. the..."

John Chin

"Had brunch here with my family on a busy Sunday morning. Everyone found something they liked from the impressive menu of egg dishes. I ordered the..."

Emma W

"It was a farewell dinner. My friend and I had order cheese stick for entree. The cheese stick was slightly overdone inside. Our main were lamb..."

"Post movie marathon supper. Clams & pasta w Italian flat leaf parsley, chilli, garlic & lemon. Consistently great food & service. Tangelo, lemon &..."

Jennifer Collinson

"I went here on Friday morning for breakfast with my father and partner, and got Asparagus and poached eggs on toast. The marshmallow that came with..."

Steph Hogan

"Love Floriditas! They are known for their amazing eggs breakfast menu and my favourite thing from their selection is the eggs, hollandaise, asparagus..."

Rebecca MacDonald

"Floriditas looks inviting in its corner position on Cuba Street - we dined on a Tuesday night and loved the decor especially the white tiles. The..."

Ali Lousley Guild

"On a recent visit to Wellington, I brunched at Floriditas. It had been a while since I had dined there and I had epic memories of my experiences...."

Lennie L

"I had heard good things about this place, only positive reviews so my expectations were high. I have to say I was a bit disappointed with the food...."

Raymond Ferguson

"It's been a while since I have been to Floriditas so it was nice to see it was still a pleasant spot for breakfast. The scrambled egg on ciabata was..."

Cheyneismyhero

"This fabulous place has the most delicious eggs i've ever eaten!! Scrambled eggs on the 5grain toast with avocado=amazing!! Also this place probably..."

Davo & Sarah

"FIRST IMPRESSIONS: Stylish, classy and oozing old world sophistication, this Cuba St institution is one of the reasons why I love coming to..."

Andrew @anjeats

"Apparently eggs are a big deal here. The menu is small but packs a punch. I had poached eggs with ham off the bone. The eggs were absolutely perfect...."

Marina Samountry

"Came in for coffee and cake at lunchtime. Had the caramel and ginger loaf. Really yummy food and coffee. Staff were friendly and efficient. Would..."

Mueslilo

"Saturday breakfast here was delicious. Girlfriend had the granola and it was devine. I had the eggs and bacon, would have been nice with a touch of..."

Tyler De Vries

"Service is always fantastic, food is always fantastic, as much locally sourced food as possible and so well put together, and very accommodating to..."

Holly R

"A slightly odd contrast exists between Floridita's and its surrounding area. Once the trades end of town, in contrast to the north "by appointment"..."

Duncan Galletly

"Went to Floriditas for grad dinner last night - the service was amazing! Not sure if it's because my friend and I were orphans for graduation due to..."

Sarah Reynolds

"Had a lovely lunch there. Portions were on the smaller side but we still left full. Good modern menu - lovely nashi salad came with my haloumi &..."

Katherine MacGregor

"Delicious smoked mackerel and potato hash, accompanied by great coffee and friendly..."

M2

"Good at what they do. While their menu is quite simple - ie. mostly just variations of eggs on toast, they do it quite well. If you are wanting a..."

Poppysnap

"For a slow paced meal with attentive service in the Wellington CBD, Floriditas should certainly be the first place to come to mind. There's a reason..."

Lani

"Emily Keshav, head baker at Floriditas Bakery, is rolling out chocolate pastry with the casual confidence of a kid with play-doh. "The trick is to..."

Helen | Grab Your Fork

"I never quite made on my previous Wellington visit, and I'm glad we dropped by this time around as the scrambled eggs with hot smoked salmon & lemon..."

Heneedsfood

"As date nights are tricky my wife and I took advantage of a quiet weekday for "date morning". Floriditas is a firm favourite so was the first choice...."

Philip Reeve

"I've been living in Wellington for just over two years now, and quite by accident ended up at Floradita's for brunch in January of this year ... and..."

Anna Garland

"Visited this place for dinner on a Saturday night, loved it. It wasn't too busy when we went, but it was pretty packed when we left. Service was..."

Alice S

"I normally travel throughout NZ by myself on business but Labour Weekend 2014 I had the pleasure of my family joining me in Wellington. Let me be..."

David Hardy

"Cheapest avo on toast in Welly, yo. Great atmosphere, gets lovely morning sun. Awesome baked goods to go too! A classic Wellington cafe, prices..."

Eleanor Hay

"A review just on the sweet stuff: had morning tea at Floriditas, grabbed a long black to go with my orange chocolate cake and ginger caramel loaf...."

Wilson Chau

"My weekend in Wellington was highlighted by a trip to Floriditas! It was recommended by a friend who is chef, so I was naturally very eager to get..."

Amy Webb

"Popped in for breakfast and enjoyed the atmosphere, orange juice and eggs. Eggs feature strongly on the breakfast menu so if you're not in an eggy..."

Roger Williams

"Scrambled eggs are the best I've had in Wellington. Organic eggs great colour, swirled to perfection... Loads of it too...Not afraid to add decent..."

Richard

"Floriditas Cafe and Restaurant is the first cafe to make it on my 5-star establishments list. Every single thing about my dining experience was..."

Johann Go

"Floriditas has become our regular Saturday post-run eggs location for many reasons, including:1) We always seem to time it right so we don't..."

Theresa

"this is my 'local' coffee place. I have never dined here, but have been here for brunch and coffee/dessert on several occasions.Service..."

Rosemary Young

"A business colleague and I dined midweek after arriving in Wellington on an evening flight and looking for a meal in close proximity to our hotel. In..."

Kaydubya

"I find this Bistro to be good value, fun, excellent food and wine, love the setting and..."

Kiwicafe

"Had absolutely amazing service and food here, was very surprised, in a good way! Hadn't been before but will definitely be back. Better than a lot of..."

Kirsten Cunningham

"A classy joint and they gave me a really generous serving of scrambled eggs that were beautifully cooked so I'm sold..."

Woo 17

"I adore this place. I have been here multiple times now for both Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner and I have been enthralled each time. The staff are..."

Harriet Rowland

"I am a fan. Fell in love with this place when I had a girls weekend in Wellington recently. What's not to love about the decor (old style italianate,..."

Frances Beuvink

"Floriditas gets extremely busy on Saturday nights and we were lucky to grab a table for six. The decor and atmosphere is elegant and inviting at any..."

Caffeinated Weka

"The first thing that Im going to say is that floriditas is DIVINE. We (my family) go on a regular basis and every time we have been served promptly..."

Hannah

"Great decor to start with! Very classy feel the minute you walk in with little details all over the place. We only had dessert and tea the first time..."

EatingBuddy

"I always enjoy the food and coffee at Floriditas but I don't go as often as I would because I find the staff unpleasant. There are a couple of..."

Sophie

"I love Floriditas in Cuba St, have been twice recently and enjoyed the food and style of the place immensely.Thursday this week was a cold..."

Love Food

"I dine at Floriditas on a regular basis and have done since it opened! I find the staff here absolutely amazing! And the food (I have eaten..."

Alana

"Try the vegetarian risotto with feta....awesome! I hope it's still there when I go back!The only thing that was a little annoying was at how..."

Shells

"My husband and I went to Floridita's for breakfast and it absolutley delicious. There was plenty of food, it was excellent quality, and the service..."

Lynda Muller

"awesome risotto.great starters.delicious apple..."

Emma

"My partner and I had dinner here & it was superb. We're both vegetarian & the mains menu was a bit limited for us, but it was seriously good..."

Helen

"great atmospherefantastic eclectic food - simple but v.well..."

Robo

"Been twice now when visiting Wellington and both times the breakfast was devine, the Scrambled eggs and sausages were the best and service was..."

Paul

"Have to agree with Donna. Floriditas is one of my favourite restaurants in Wellington. The service is excellent and the food is top draw. Has the..."

Moana

"I have been to Floriditas for breakfast and dinner a number of times and absolutely recommend! Breakfast menu is beyond yummy (best scrambled eggs..."

Donna

"I love how at Floriditas the menu is changing often, it means every time I go back there is something new and delicious to try! This place is perfect..."

Sophie Hunter

"Let me first confess; Floriditas is my favourite cafe anywhere. Great coffee, great food & great atmosphere. This wonderful little establishment can..."

Mairi Herbert

"This darling cafe and restaurant, located in the heart of Cuba Street, serves breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner with an extensive menu throughout..."

Amy @ My Dining Journey

"Floraditas looks gorgeous, lots of light, elegant without being overwhelmingly formal. The service is a little erratic, veering from overly attentive..."

Kai Luv

"absolutely incredible brunch this morning. Service impeccable. Atmosphere is sublime. Decor is stunning and incredibly well done. I absolutely loved..."

Izzie Nicole

"Went here for brunch and ate something new to me -- FISH HASH; see pic. I am from the USA and am a huge diner aficionado, having eaten all kinds of..."

That's MrD2u

"A cozy place. Hospitable hosts (very friendly and kind), really delicious food and beautiful presentation. I love the atmosphere, very chill and..."

William Ericsson Eulatth Vidal

"Was quite busy when we went but staff were super friendly and helpful,took the name & number of one of our group then sent a message when a big..."

Ceejay Bayley

"Had breakfast with some friends and lucked out getting a big table to accomodate us all. Popular place :) We can see why! Staff were friendly,..."

Elena Averwood

"Floriditas is a must visit when in Wellington. It is sun drenched through the big windows, with a cozy interior and absolutely fantastic people..."

Egor Petrov

"A walk in fluke, what a find! Thank you so much indeed for a brilliant evening meal. Great food, outstanding service, lovely warm atmosphere - we..."

Paul Salloway

"I came back after a long, long time. The decor and seating arrangement changed to some extent, but the food is still good. The staff are friendly..."

Peter Kurdulija

"First time here. We walked in before noon and within half an hour, the place was full. We had Smoked fish hash, The Floriditas fish pie, eggs on..."

Wilko Jack

"Had breakfast there 3 days in a row. Coffee is good and the French Toast is my..."

Darren Chapman

Arthur's Cafe

"Delicious breakfast, nice seating up stairs. The scrambled eggs are great and truffles Parmesan fries were good. Friendly..."

Seth Corker

"Below average coffee. May be Better Getting hot chocolate from here. Brunch options available. Average service quality. Lots of Seating..."

Jay K

"Very good coffee and nice breakfast. Also fresh orangejus was delicious. If the lady would have given a warm welcome when we came in, it would be a 5..."

Beat Wuethrich

"Just seen this place on Upper Cuba (just off Caro), although it’s been here two years already. Very nice atmosphere with great service. Serves..."

Tristram Ingham

"A cosy cafe with polite staff. One of the more relaxed places on Cuba Street; would be a good place to converse with friends. Coffee is very good...."

Jaz Hamilton

"Always a treat - great food from delicious bakery goods to lovely fresh European casual dining dishes, excellent service - informative, friendly and..."

Catherine Sloan

"Amazing food, great customer service. Cost $50 for 2 people, we ordered 2 mains, 2 drinks and a side of amazing truffle and parmesan fries. Really..."

greatyellowpie

"This is a little gem in Upper Cuba Street. I hesitated to do a really great review but I want those truffled hand cut chips all to myself but..."

Jill Fraser

"Lovely service, quaint old building and a good choice of vegetarian food. Staircase very steep and narrow but there's room downstairs if that's too..."

Nick Ryan

"The new Chefs here are amazing, I have been lucky enough to eat their food in the past and when I found out they had moved into Arthur's this year I..."

Luke Stubbs

Wheelchair Accessible

"Such a lovely cafe and right next to Starbucks. Where as Starbucks had a 20 min wait time, Smith and Grocer prepared the lovely coffee in record time..."

Irina Kapeli

"Just finished brunch here, and have decided that the staff here epitomize what good service looks like. Genuine smiles. Offers of help. Prompt...."

Noel Anderton

"I do like a friendly reception at a cafe! Makes such a difference and everything tastes better! The mere fact they agreed to a team photo speaks..."

Hamish Pringle

"Nice premise, lots of yummy food to choose from. Panini was great and had a lot of fillings. Banana chocolate bread was very tasty. The scone was..."

Cassie Mitchell

"Beautiful food in the cabinet and from kitchen, elegant atmosphere, and well presented. Ive had kedgeree, frittata, signature ginger slice, and..."

David Do

"Nice cafe, airy and bright, in an historic arcade. Great coffee, nice cakes and sandwiches, as well as an all day menu and lunchtime blackboard..."

Michela Zanata

"What a lovely find on a day in town. Our table in the arcade was quiet and surrounded by lovely shops. The Vietnamese salad with chicken was superb:..."

Jan Anderson

"Cozy small cafe with really good ,friendly staff, we ordered 🇻🇳 Vietnamese salad and a beef burger. Both of them were delicious. If you don't..."

azadeh jafari

"Coffee is always excellent. Was close to closing with 30 mins to go. Watched a staff member ask a family to move their pram with baby in it so she..."

Kirsty McIntosh

"Good food, coffee ok.... nice..."

Brett Archer

"Always busy on weekdays as well as weekends. Limited seating. Service quality varies depending on the day. If not busy, service is okay. If busy and..."

Jay K

"Walked past the Old Bank Arcade and chanced upon this cafe. Decided to have breakfast here and my Oat porridge ($14) was a tad different from what I..."

LifeofAndrea

"My favourite central city cafe whenever I visit Wellington, where I always feel welcome despite how busy it is, the coffee great and cabinet food..."

Wendy Barker

"Here for afternoon tea. Plenty of sweet treats. Raw silky snickers bar, was to die for. This was on another level for taste and texture. I should..."

John Russell

"Went for early lunch, place was packed. Food was nice but my friend's lunch arrived over 10 minutes before mine. Meals at same table should be..."

Eileen Louis

"What an awesome we find this place is, ordered the brioche French toast, was above and beyond expectations, staff super friendly, will definitely be..."

Chris Berkett

"Great Cafe food always fresh staff friendly only concern cabinet food very..."

Mae Phillips

Fidel's Cafe

85/100 (7652 ratings)

"Fidel's is a Wellington classic. The food was great and it's such a fun interesting space. Staff were friendly and helpful. A great brunch spot. We..."

Megan Hawkless

"We’d heard positive things about Fidel’s and was excited to give it a go as it had a good range of vegetarian options for brunch. The food did..."

Kirstie Hamilton

"I've been here a few times now and I think it's a pretty groovy place. The food is pretty decent and I feel like the Fidel's feast gives you a bit of..."

Kalin Soden (Kalin Potato)

"Quickly becoming a fave and regular of mine. The food is great value and usually a 10/10 homerun. And the coffee/drinks are always on. Ive yet to try..."

Sala McCarthy-Stonex

"Great food with nice cakes and treats. A great vibe and friendly service. Not table service to you have to go and order at the table! Highly..."

Sarah K

"If you are looking for that hip and rebellious feel, then this place is for you. Great coffee place too and best of all reasonably priced. Just feels..."

Aileen Gutierrez

Ana Vila

"Excellent food and kind staff. Be careful of the various floor levels throughout the..."

Brandon Bua

"Nice atmosphere, a lot of vegan and vegetarian options!!! The chicken sandwich is 10/10, chicken was so crispy. Friendly staff..."

Yaroslava Podporina

"Best thick shakes in town, although you’ll pay for it at $11. But worth it. We tried their big breakfast and Caesar salad too. Both delicious. Get..."

Karl Rock

Little Peckish Cafe

#fatlyfe

"Very nice breakfast and coffeeFriendly staff I loved the scrambled eggs, hash browns Will definitely come back againAmbience is..."

Tim 51

"Lovely little cafe. Milkshakes delicious but overpriced. Polite staff who are very friendly especially with regulars. Only thing I would fault is..."

Awilkes134

"Great food and service here - a cosy central cafe that offers a warm environment, quality breakfast and good coffee.Would recommend if you're..."

James Owens

"If you are wanting a good ole breakfast then this is the place. I ordered the big breakfast for myself and also the simply eggs w/extra bacon for my..."

Arron Parker

"Great Staff...the coffee was fantastic as they use Havana Works yay!!!! The beef casserole pie was yummy ($7.50 a bit much maybe not) as it had huge..."

Kezia Lobo

"I have visited the Cafe in Dukes arcade on a few occasions now, for lunch and breakfast. The staff have always been on point, I've always been..."

Ash Wicks

"I haven't a clue which duke it was but his arcade opposite the hotel st George (made famous by the Beatles) is not a likely site for gastronomic..."

Duncan Galletly

"This place is sadly hidden, in an Arcade that desperately needs revamping. Anyhow, the place itself has recently been refreshed in a light and joyful..."

Jean Coteau

"Quite simply the best cafe in Welly.The team are great people, the food is always top shelf and I love the low key atmosphere which is..."

RJ Thorne

"Great customer service and my breakfast was delish! Food came out really quick. Loved the vibe in this little Cafe as well. Would definitely visit..."

Jolenolite

"This is my favourite cafe in thw whole of Wellington!!! Great service! They make you feel like your special. I love going there for my morning coffee..."

Shea Robin-Underwood

"Fantastic wee cafe tucked away in Dukes Arcade! My go to for morning coffee on the way to work for the last 3 and a half years . Such lovely..."

Renae Ingram

"Fridays always starts with breakfast at Little Peckish, awesome food, coffee, atmosphere and staff as well as great music playing in the back..."

Mr G

"Overall it was an great experience. I had a Spanish breakfast and it was very nice and pretty. The staff were also very super friendly. The service..."

Anna Shen

"Have already being there three times and the food was perfect for all of them. Nice service with good food and a free wi-fi zone are what many people..."

Rodrigo Costa

"Organised catering for work and it was fantastic.The meeting finished early and they managed to deliver ahead of scheduleThe food..."

Kirsty Muckle

"Today was our first visit to Little Peckish, and I can tell you right now we will be going back again. Great Food, Good prices, gotta love being able..."

Catherine

"I have been coming to Little Peckish with my partner for nearly 2 years and I have not got one bad word to say. The coffee is fantastic, the food is..."

Lexi Stroh

"Had a great experience here early on Saturday morning, they were happy for me to come I as they were opening up, very friendly and the breakfast was..."

Jo Maplesden

"My wife and I have been going to a Little Peckish for quiet some time and can not fault the staff or Mark and Margaret.They are all ways friendly and..."

Wayne Kendrick

"Yes, the friendly, (they look you in the eye, they smile. It's genuine) Yes, the great service, (it really matters to them that you're catered..."

Caroline Christian

"I have used them twice for lunch bag meeting lunches and they do superb packed lunches - healthy and tasty and very well received by meeting..."

Fran Horsley

"I've been going to Little Peckish Cafe since they opened and I've never been disappointed with the food/coffee or service! They know my coffee order..."

Sue

"Good food, good service. Nice little hidden place in Wellington, love the lunch of eggs/bacon/toast and coffee for $10 - how can you go wrong with..."

Biggie C

"We have been having a morning coffee and breakies at Little Peckish Cafe for some years. One word describes this lovely little cafe -..."

Tracy & Joe

"Friendly staff and the pasta is absolutely..."

Laura M

"food is wonderful , will definitly be returning. Not sure what person above me is on about , although the barista was a nice guy, the coffee was..."

Brenton Pollack

"This place scores highly for delicious food and friendly service. The food is excellent, especially given the price and the rather unassuming..."

Melissa Clarke

"Coffee from Little Peckish is to die for, Craig make the best I have ever tried worldwide. And yes I am a coffee feak, and I have been going to..."

Anita Maitland

"A spacious cafe tucked away in Dukes Arcade away from the busy CBD streets; I popped in for a quick breakfast on a Thursday morning with my parents...."

Helena Chen

"Scone Review At last, someone who knows how to make a good cheese scone. No unnatural straight sides or ridiculous height here, a well proportioned..."

Richard Mayston

"We went here for breakfast because it was very close to our accommodation at Boulcott Suites. I had the Spanish breakfast. It was ok, tasty enough,..."

Sarah Jossevel

"I had eggs benedict which came with toasted English muffin. Both food and service were top standard and you can see them cooking in the open kitchen...."

Jay K

"This is my favourite breakfast place in Wellington. The food and drinks are fab, but what makes this place so special is the kind and welcoming..."

Justin Hoenke

"Friendly staff, amazing food, great coffee, reasonable prices, awesome service. Tucked away in Duke's Arcade (between Willis and Manners St), this..."

Jared Yates

"Absolutely brilliant!. Who else would serve perfect porridge at lunchtime!!. Forget whatever your hotel is serving for breakfast! Come to these..."

Lee Russell

"Small servings but tasty and tidy..."

Twenty Six

"Went during peak hour and my food arrived at my table within 10 minutes, tasted fresh and possibly the best eggs Benedict I’ve ever had. Reasonably..."

Zoe Lowe

"The staff are friendly, the coffee is great (Havana), and the food is absolutely amazing. Whenever we come here, I see people grinning whilst eating..."

Ben Elleston

"Great little spot for a bite and a coffee. Nice food and coffee but the staff are what set this cafe apart. The awesome guy that served me was..."

Kate Franklin-Willson

"Amazing big breakfast cooked to perfection. My learned French colleague says the coffee was fabulous. Friendly staff and very fast service. I'll be..."

Nathan McClintock

"Great to see a Wellington cafe offering cheese rolls! Not quite up to Dunedin standards but a reasonable effort. Coffee is good and staff are..."

Gerard Hermans

"This place is great, yummy menu well priced, cabinet food with personality (actual southland cheese rolls!!!), Excellent coffee, great friendly..."

Julia Hibbert

"Food was delicious and affordable. Friendly and helpful staff. Tried to tip the staff, they refused and said that all they need is a thank you and a..."

Dale Chambers

"Great little cafe. Super friendly service and tasty food. Highlights are the cheese scones and real southern cheese..."

kerry charles

"Great food and coffee and friendly service. Always a reliable option for a casual breakfast or lunch. Great chef and great..."

A Ngawigian

"Pleasant cafe in the heart of Wellington CBD. Friendly staff, quick service and a nice menu range. Breakfast special a good start to the..."

TheMDG101

Elements Lyall Bay

Wheelchair Accessible

"I stop in here briefly to pass a little time before meeting a flight at the airport. I wish I have more time, as the service is very pleasant from..."

Kiwi FIFO Chef

"Great coffee, great food and reasonable pricing! Can't ask for much more really! We had the French toast and eggs on toast with added hash browns and..."

Matt

"I have had two very memorable dining experiences here. Some of the most incredibly tasty food I have ever eaten to be honest. Highlights include fish..."

The Food Snob

"Every morning these guys make the best coffee to date in Wellington. Friendly staff always onto it as they remember their regulars coffee..."

Chanelle Cordalis

"Stopped in here with my 2 young kids after activities nearby. The entrance area is a bit tight but quite a decent amount of seating at the back,..."

Lubbly Jubbly

"This is the second time I have been here for brunch and both times the food has been delish. It has a great cozy feeling inside perfect to get away..."

Rebecca MacDonald

"Been here many times and love it. The Goats cheese soufflé with salad is to die for! Add to this - super friendly staff and prompt service, even on..."

Shona Sen

"Dropped in on my way to the airport for a hot chocolate. Nice looking place. Ordered Large HChoc. more a medium. Nice cacao powder used. Life Foods?..."

Pamela Hutchinson

"Place had a good vibe when you walk in and the food looks appetising. I only stayed for a coffee but it was a nice coffee, good service, fast too..."

Team Thomas

"Wonderful coffee! Ordered a long black to go and it was bang on. Thanks Mr Barista! The spinach and cheese scone... Could take it or leave it. Look..."

Crumpet King

"The food and coffee at elements is always of excellent quality, not surprising seeing how popular it is! It's great at any time of the day. I really..."

Sophie Hunter

"Latest review: 3.5: Used to come to Elements quite a lot, and a couple of years ago I would have given them a four (or more) but since the..."

LucyGoosey

"I tried the cheesecake and was awesome, fresh, also the truffles, the coffee was great and the place is cosy, nice and clean. All good, but the..."

Chris Vera

"I like the name Elements. And in some ways the restaurant / cafe goes in that direction. A simple glass fronted exterior on a corner site. The three..."

Duncan Galletly

"Have been here twice in the past month and have come away satisfied both times. The 'biggy' breakfast is tasty but a little on the big side for me so..."

Lottielegge

"I've only ever been here for brunch but it's bang on! Clean, fresh and airy inside you start the day feeling refreshed and awake. The coffee is fab..."

Chris Carabine

"The decor and service was bang on. If only it had the food of Chocolate Frog. The 3 gold award plates on the wall are impressive but not enough to..."

Julia Mc

"Elements is the place to go for a wicked good brunch! The poached eggs on hash is to die for! Definitely a firm favourite! Last time we went we..."

Humbleluxury

"My friend and I had lunch at Elements Cafe today. Wonderful food, even for vegetarians, lovely coffee and very good service.Thank you for a most..."

Chris Mulcock

"Love this place. I quite often come here for breakfast and it is always fast and delicious. Not very original of me, but I usually get the Benedict,..."

Steve Mackay

"Being from out of town and wanting to host a celebration dinner with family and friends, Elements Cafe was the perfect choice with the private room...."

Jenni McDougall

"We celebrated a 50th birthday with 25 others at this restaurant last night. The food was fantastic - and I'm pretty picky! The waiting staff were..."

Jane And Simon

"Love the cafe and love the food. The salmon, excellent. Pate, delicious and well seasoned. Souffle was about as good as a twice baked souffle can..."

Rory Parkyn

"great place, nice food,clean, staff extremely helpful, always high standard.always leave feeling had a feed, but not..."

Allan Fay Walker

"We ate here on a freezing,rainy Friday night so the warm welcome was especially welcome.We hadn't booked but came early at 6pm with our 3 kids and we..."

Claire McKay

"I had the pleasure to eat at Elements recently for dinnerWhilst the decor is nothing specical the food was excellent and the wine list is..."

Mark_P

"Really good food, but the coffee is absolute rubbish - order a cold drink instead!! Always friendly staff... gets very busy on..."

Bob

"I have only eaten here once and it was thoroughly delicious esp the cheese soufflé and pate - it was a wet windy and wild night and we were waiting..."

Kym Hamilton

"Stunning food, top service, friendly smiles, oodles of room and they do a 'What's Cooking' nite where you learn how to cook stuff and enjoy it with..."

Debby

"Top cafe, my favourite in town. Very good coffee, great staff and a friendly relaxing..."

Sandy

"This is such a great cafe!! The food is amazing,the staff are always friendly and service is excellent!!! Well done to the owners for putting in all..."

Mel

"I agree this place is awesome! Great menu, food doesn't only sound good it tastes fantastic! Lots of choices for vegetarian, heaps better than..."

Kirsten Cunningham

"Good restaurants outside of Wellingtons CBD are pretty thin on the ground, but one stands out head and shoulders above the others, Elements in Lyall..."

Patrick Pilcher

"You've got to check out The (new) Wine Bar. Open on Friday and Saturday nights - a fabulous combo of great wines (the staff know their stuff), Gins,..."

Dave Marshall

"Real good alternative to Maranui if you don’t care about the view. Service and food is top notch and also cater for coeliacs. Always go for the..."

Ben Lau

"Lovely friendly service with great ALLPRESS coffee and Harney Tea and delicious food. Wheelchair and stroller accessible and washrooms..."

A Bahrij

"I stop in here briefly to pass a little time before meeting a flight at the airport. I wish I have more time, as the service is very pleasant from..."

Reece Benson

"It is always lovely to be greeted by Chris and Nick, as well as all the team. We enjoy the ambience of Elements, the amazing service, the care which..."

Heather McQuillan

"Busy on a windy Sunday, but the staff seated my friend and I within 10mins. The menu was inventive with interesting ingredients including my..."

Shay Zhang

"Lovely food with large portion..."

Jordan

"The atmosphere at this cafe was great for brunch and the food was delicious. The black pudding extremely delicious! The staff were externally..."

Becky

"Honestly the freshly made bread here is out of this world... Add that to the super friendly service, the amazing meals, unbelievable cinnamon ring..."

Dave Bell

"The vanilla milkshake was heavenly!!! the vegan toastie was fresh and crispy. Amazing..."

rashye naagar

"Happy with my takeaway cappuccino cinnamon! Elated I can have a coffee date mid - vaccination with my fully vaccinated..."

Shelley Quinn

Mike Duindam

"A bustling, busy cafe in Lyall Bay. The juices are made from scratch with real fruit and veges and their raw vegan chocolate tart is definitely worth..."

Jane Hunter

"Lovely cafe with excellent French toast. Would love to come back for..."

Yun-shyh Pang

"Good food good vibe good staff 👌had the mac cheese Stopped in again on fri nite for a coffee and cake and baaam the vegan raw chocolate tart..."

Darrell Gaby

"The perfect wee spot - it wasn’t overly busy which made it a nice relaxing vibe! Lovely service, delicious food (minus the coriander in the..."

Tach Wendt

"Decent place, good food and strong coffee. $47 for 2x meal and 2x iced..."

Ladislav S.

Pravda

85/100 (5290 ratings)

"This place was so delicious. The staff were friendly, informative and very attentive. We ordered the antipasto platter, oysters, bruchetta as..."

Hannah-Bradee Phillips

"Delighted to showcase Wellington to a visitor from Melbourne over a long, leisurely lunch. Booking was easy, great ambience, fantastic food with..."

Hariata Hema

"Top notch food and service! We loved the oysters, beef tartare and steaks were cooked to perfection. We didn’t have room for sweet treats but we..."

Cherry Huang

"We had breakfast and ordered the Pravda Big Breakfast and the Lemon and Basil Smashed Avocado, sundried tomatoes, Zany Zeus feta, pistachios. Food..."

Patrick Zuluaga

"We came first time here, using first table website. First man who bring us to sit table, he was so gently and nice but who did service to us was a..."

Maho

"Outstanding food in a beautiful setting. Would not hesitate to return to try some more of the menu. The service was efficient and pleasant but I..."

Michael Errey

"Unbelievably yummy. Generous portions. Great..."

Marissa Carter

"Enjoy the cheese scones, salad and steak here! We came to try its famous cheese scones and it didn’t disappoint. The steak is also cooked to our..."

indah nuria Savitri

"Delicious dinner, beautiful interior with a romantic feeling. Perfect for date night or dinner with friends. Service was great, supised how large the..."

Jessica-Mae

"Very nice and fast service. Food was..."

Ralf Schulz

"Really enjoyed the express lunch and Wellington on a Plate cocktail. We also went on Valentine's Day, completely unplanned and got a window seat near..."

Tiara L

"Very enjoyable business dinner. Great Gin selection. Steak was cooked perfectly and all the side dishes complemented the..."

Evan Rayner

"The food is excellant. Drink choices are..."

Kevin Milstein

"Lovely ambiance, great hospitality (thank you Dex!) and incredible food. Our night out exceeded our expectations! Lovely fresh & tempura oysters,..."

Janneke

"Elegant and opulent cafe/restaurant/bar. We only popped in for a coffee but thoroughly enjoyed the coffee (they use local beans from Mount Victoria)..."

Trentyz

"Had an awesome experience. Loved the atmosphere. It was a very unique and enjoyable experience and I highly recommend coming here. The food and..."

Wesley Brinkman

Coene's Bar & Eatery

85/100 (3079 ratings)

Accepts American Express

Street Parking

Seating

Table Service

Wheelchair Accessible

"The service and the food was great. There were three items that were not available on the menu. Also the bread/toast that was served with the poached..."

Ian De Terte

"5 star food, drink, service and view at this awesome restaurant! It has one of the best views across oriental bag of the city and the decor inside is..."

Sweecasam

"Best waterfront restaurant in Wellington. Live the view from outside sitting area. Don’t remember the name of the fish I had but it was just..."

Diksha Gaur

"I had the baked cauliflower and chicken dish minus the chilli. Great staff, great service and delicious food.Nice setting over looking the..."

Lisa Redgrove

"This place is stunning, loved the location and parking is very convenient. I came to Coene’s to try their Mermaid Latte and Tumeric..."

Sheryl

"Top spot for brunch or dinner in town for the views it has to offer. I have been here for both dinner and brunch and I enjoyed it both times. I love..."

Karen B. Otic

"Beautiful view. Coffee was good - came with a milk bottle lolly - cute. I had the ham eggs benedict - thick ham which was delicious and potato rosti..."

Epicurusfoodie

"My partner & I stumbled upon Coene’s recently while wandering around Oriental Parade & we were very impressed! In an ideal location over looking..."

Anabelle

"Lovely restaurant to dine in. Nice view from outside. We came for brunch and service was very welcoming. Partner ordered Eggs Benedict and I ordered..."

Sharon Harvey

"What a surprise! Just spotted this place driving around the harbour and we were treated to the tastiest share plates and delicious, inventive..."

Megha Dogra

"Used to not like but have really picked up their standard! Beautiful food and great service. The share deals are to die for! Good mix of flavours and..."

Olive Lester

"We celebrated a very special birthday for my mum (80) on Saturday here. The service was excellent all the wait staff were absolutely lovely,..."

Lesley Gerrard

"Great bay view from the restaurant, very attentive and considerate staff members, and generally good food.Tried this place for breakfast, lunch,..."

Inuneko

"For the mood we were in was really awesome, great, fresh food, steak & fish'nchips a treat.staff friendly and knowledgeable. Def recommended..."

Alli

"My family, friends and I recently celebrated my 60th birthday at Coene's. The management and staff were very accommodating with regards to the menu..."

Louise James

"Great coffee. Great service. View over the Harbour is excellent. Their cakes (any cakes) are yummmmm. As an aussie I reckon Wellington does have the..."

Ken Apps

"Came here for lunch and got the Herb and Parmesan crumbed Chicken. It was decent, nothing to hype about. The portion for the dish was not large..."

M

"We had a family function for 21st Birthday here on Saturday night, very happy with this place. Everything was very organised, staff were friendly,..."

Xiong_rose

"Great food best enjoyed sitting on the sunny balcony overlooking the marina. Have only been for brunch but intend to go back for dinner and..."

Aimee Bell

"Really nice place with amazing views and a lovely atmosphere. Very tastefully decorated with the funky entree plates matching the decor. Both the..."

Sally

"Great venue with amazing views and trendy décor. Decided on mains then the waitress asked if we wanted anything to nibble on as there wouold be a..."

Lily_nz80

"Had lunch on a wednesday. The staff were very friendly and helpful.Amazing food. Loved the service . Great amniance and view of the harbor.Will..."

Shane Lambo

"Amazing food and service. How do you make the chips so crunchy?? Tried the jerk chicken burger which was Devine. Will definitely come..."

Sanjeeva Munathanthiri

"Fabulous location!!! Our first visit a long time ago we had to wait a very long time for our food, however it was due to an oven breakdown and we..."

EpiCurious

"A great location that looks out over the marina and city The space is modern and provides little tucked away places for privacy. Service is..."

Ian Apperley

"My food was wonderful, good service! Nice view and decoration, free wifi, good selection of wines and beers and friendly staff... Definitely I'll be..."

Chris Vera

"Nice location and great small potion dishe, we can enjoy lots kind of food.Peas and mint pasta was my favourite.Of course, I never miss..."

Aries

"Absolutely fantastic balcony and view! Food is fairly good, although vegetarian options for my friend a bit limited, and a bit lacking in flavour...."

MissyDoolittle

"Love this cafe!! The best cafe outlook over the harbour! Inside is awesome decor and very comfortable. On a summers day there is a balcony you can..."

AJ

"Loved this yacht club ⛵ Drink choices for the happy hours were very limited. Food was lovely and so was the service and the gorgeous views. Loved..."

Stevie

"The burger special was excellent, the seafood chowder was great and it is a very deceptive dish. It doesn't look like much, but it is very..."

Vassilo Walluschnig

"Had a wonderful dinner here! We ordered fish (one friend and one sautéed with risotto) and both were excellent. We also had some local wine and beer..."

Bridgete Clover

"We went on a wednesday for Lunch. The view, service and food were excellent. I had waffles and added sausages. The iced mocha was good..."

Dan Berry

"Great service. Fairly generous portions. One of the best place to admire the harbour when enjoying a nice wine, or a cocktail, or a beer with some..."

Andrea Merlo

"Lovely restaurant at the waterfront, with hearty meals and fast service. Great for families with kids. Located at the start of Oriental Parade, this..."

Michela Zanata

"Had a fantastic brunch here. Super service and the presentation of the food was beautiful. Will definitely..."

Katrina

"An unexpected walk in gem. Will be a regular every Wellington visit now. Gorgeous food and perfect..."

Gill Gibbs

"The view & atmosphere were great. Our waitress did everything in her power to make us feel so welcomed. I'm visiting here from Texas, and I'd..."

Courtney Brown

"Eggs Montreal with Salmon is great. Staff very welcoming and helpful. Open till 4pm a lot of options . Coffee is great as well. This is a very busy..."

Graeme Cocker

"Delicious food! Worth every cent. I had the calamari and loved it, and also shared a bite of my husband's waffles, which were delicious too. A lovely..."

Melanie Raye

"We were on a Lord of the Rings tour and this is where our guide took us for lunch. I had some excellent fish and chips, my wife had the crispy pork..."

Terry Evans

"Good place to have brunch, lunch or anything else in oriental..."

Miguel TimPalace

"Great food. It was lovely to sit..."

Norman Armstrong

"I was the only person in there for breakfast which is always a worry…….the food was great, coffee was hot and staff were friendly and polite & it..."

Daniel McKell

"We had a lovely lunch, a bonus was sitting at the open windows with a gorgeous view of the sunny marina. I was impressed with the Beef burger with..."

Pamela Ngan

Maranui Surf Lifesaving Cafe

"Busy and a happening place. Long queues going right on the road. Inside every table was taken and every staff member was totally engaged serving..."

Raunaq Bhogal

"A very cool/retro cafe with a great atmosphere, and an amazing view. It is very popular, there was a ~5-10min queue for lunch up a stairway, a 15min..."

J Orsborn

Chris B

"Great location for a brunch. Yummy big brekkie. A very popular place to visit. Lovely..."

David Hall

"Most amazing breakfast I’ve had in a very long time. Amazing vege based food and great coffee. Kids loved the thick shakes which not only tasted..."

Rob Jack

"Great service, coffee atmosphere and food as..."

Keith Powell

"This is a Surf Life Saving Club not a cafe. Check your link if you want to review the..."

Carrie Matson

"Biggest thickest milkshake I've ever had I was surprised I managed to Finish..."

John Hunt

"What a choice as rustic spot for building connections and workshoping big questions. Hosted by Antonia, Gillian, and Tereska of Change Makers fame,..."

Karaitiana Wilson

"Delicious food, amazing view but service could be..."

Lynette Kwek

"Busy, noisy, very good pancakes and coffee and great..."

Barry Boyd

"This is my absolute favourite cafe to have brunch at when visiting Wellington! The food is so delicious and very generous. Lovely bustling, yet..."

N J

"Busy buzzing place, with great views. I found it very noisy though, we were yelling to each other to make ourselves heard. Maybe I'm getting old...I..."

Pamela Ngan

"The place has exquisite views if you are lucky enough to land a seat at one of the 3 tables available with an ocean view. I ordered pancakes and..."

Nate O

"Great little cafe be it a stormy day or a sunny day right on beach. Only problem with this place is it is to..."

James Bannon

"Coffee milkshake incredible, good coffees, great breakfast options, good service. Best ocean views, for a Wellington challenge, try to be seated out..."

Jenny O'Brien

"Uh, life-saving is right. This place is delicious! And they let us bring our dog and sit outside on the patio. Thanks! Great food, fun to watch the..."

Geoff Keene

"Gone here 3 times since moving to Wellington. The beautiful interior design and Oceanside view make a wonderful environment. The prices are..."

Josiah Liston

"Food was alright. Place was very..."

KiwiFighter

Aro Cafe

Wheelchair Accessible

"Came to Aro since my airbnb's host recommended it. Coffee was great and the food didnt let us down. My scrambled eggs were creamy and soft. And my..."

Quinn Mai

"I have been blown away by the team at Aro. On my first experience I came in just before the Saturday rush and got one of their bacon sandwiches...."

Vicki Wong

"Happening hipster hangout. Tarts and beards. Great service, fantastic menu and cabinet food and coffee that tastes good. So many delectable choices..."

Frank

"Not sure how these guys get a 3.3? Live round the corner and come here for coffee and the odd bit of food. Have eaten in a couple of times and can't..."

Cam Newman

"Great coffee, friendly staff and brilliant food. Now open for dinners with quick service and well sized options. Have been coming as a regular for a..."

Rteo21

"Best coffee in Wellington, freshly roasted and a barrister who knows his trade well. Food is fresh simple flavours and assortment of counter and..."

Kim

"I've been a regular at Aro Café since I moved to the Aro Valley in late January. While getting a takeaway coffee can take longer than at other..."

Cruz Johnson

"I'm definitely a fan of Aro Cafe and come here regularly for brunch but have noticed prices climbing in the last six months. Lovely gingerbread and..."

ReginaGeorge

"This is a great place for brunch and the best coffee around! Service is prompt and staff are warm and friendly. Would definitely..."

Aa Ch

"Visited Aro Cafe today as it’s been a while since we have been there. Have to say it was absolutely lovely! The front of house lady was so helpful..."

MJ

"The cafe is not central; it took a little walk through a rainy gray Wellington day to get there. It was well worth it. Well cooked meals, good..."

Peter Kurdulija

"Vegan baking and lunch options! I adore this wee cafe. I always order their pot of Chai with a side of soy milk and honey. If you want to sit for a..."

Amy Atkins

"I’ve been visiting for a few days and staying in the area. We’ve been here everyday, such a pleasant cafe with lovely staff. Especially with my..."

Anneke Los

"I had the burger which was great, food range is good, wait time was ok. The young lady who took the order had a contagious smile so when you have a..."

Florian Bosselmann

"What an amazing place. Good food Vegan options. They only have about twelve indoor tables so come early to eat inside (though there are plenty of..."

biswanath swain

"Great coffee - bursting with flavour without being bitter. Friendly staff, really nice atmosphere! Update May 2022: still love it here! Best waffles..."

Jasmine McKay

"Casual cafe food with hipster vibe. Tasted delicious, especially the eggs. Bacon was perfect..."

Patrick Cornfield

"Lovely cafe, the staff are incredibly lovely. Just found out they roast their own beans- how cool! Delicious..."

Skyler Wheeler

"I've been meaning to visit here for years and I wasn't disappointed. One of the very best eggs benedict that I have ever had. Beautiful presentation..."

Tim Cook

"The arty deco and style definitely triggered me to shoot the photos, as I always hunt the unique arty feature and creative characters of the Cafes..."

Haiying Shi

"AMAZING date and orange scones. but truly spoilt for choice from their delicious menu. Exceptional and caring service. Love Aro..."

Janet Carlyle

"Absolutely fantastic! I couldn't recommend this cafe more highly. I had the French toast (pics attached) it was cooked well and not too tough or..."

Isla Stewart

"Eggs Benedict was beautiful, delicious. Coffee is top notch. Very loud when busy. Needs acoustic..."

Tom Phillpotts

"Buttery homemade scones - yummy! Nice staff & atmosphere. Lemon ginger & honey drink perfect for at..."

Nathan Blaxall

"One of the many amazing cafes in this city. Really good spot to come hangout drink great coffee and eat excellent..."

Grant Sheely

"If you’re looking for a great breakfast or brunch in Wellington you can’t go wrong with this lovely little cafe. Great service and an interesting..."

Patrick Bossert

"Great place for a coffee on a cold morning. They do a great breakfast and brunch and you will get your moneys worth. The decor is great and the..."

Catbreadisme

"the Matcha Latte is one of the best ive had. Shakshuka and Waffles are great..."

Gunwoo Han

Joe's Garage

84/100 (1934 ratings)

"Great atmosphere, service and food was amazing. Definitely recommended. Thanks for a great evening and making my daughter's 14th birthday enjoyable...."

Redstone Technology

"Awesome environment for everyone, but would imagine men would feel the most relaxed. Keeps to its theme very well, except awesome service, good value..."

Marigold

"My family and I had dinner here tonight Kumara Chips & pork belly skewers entrees which were excellent. Beef burger, 2 Caesar chicken salads and I..."

Norm Hewitt

"We had pancakes, raspberry and whipped cream as well as bacon and banana. It was very delicious and fresh. I also had a hot chocolate. It came with a..."

Steamed Hams

"Great ambiance. Good and tasty food. Nice staff. I had the lamb burger, and the brownie with ice cream for dessert. Both were excellent. Good..."

Rita Ribeiro

"We were solo after 2 other diners had left while we decided what to order.The food was AMAZING!The best beef burger eaten included the most..."

Stacey-Jae Robinson

"Loved the service! I went there for breakfast! It’s a nice place to go to for brunch in the weekend. Check out the photo :) Ig:..."

Sheryl

"Such a nice restaurant. Child friendly which is great, love the chicken breast. Overall made my night. Definitely coming back here very..."

Helena Kerr

"Beautiful meals, nice atmosphere and great staff! Will be back again!! They have probably one of few menus that I actually want to try..."

Grantandcaroline

"A friend told us to visit this place to try it out. We were greeted immediately at the door by a lovely guy and shown to our table. Place was very..."

Bridget

"What a cool place to eat. Such a nice atmosphere and good service. It was a little noisey last night because of WOW, so they were quite busy. There..."

Sharon Harvey

"Zoomed in here for a quick bite after WOW on Sunday night; there were 2 other couples there so very quiet. We grabbed a burger each (chicken & beef);..."

Megha Dogra

"Food is excellent. Steak was soooo yum!! Great service & a relaxing atmosphere. Not always easy to find a park. Located on the corner of Tory..."

Foodie By Choice

"Came in before the earthquake happened and was very happy with what I ordered. My chicken was perfectly cooked, not too dry. The gravy was very..."

Jordan

"Well it is good to see this place open againWe had some friends in town that used to live down here so we have spent the weekend going in all..."

Silverduck

"Good people and good food.Attention to detail is high.Menu a bit boring but very swollen well executed.Meats not overcooked...."

Pete Irvine

"Have been to the one in Queenstown and the one here feels more refined! Always have a really great coffee here and it's a great varied menu that you..."

EsmeEats

"Went here for dinner with a group of friends we all ordered something different off the menu, portions aren't too big apart from that..."

Sammy O'Donnell

"So I'd like to say our meals were fantastic, eggs cooked perfectly, coffee was beautiful. Service was quick, only thing is we didn't get handed water..."

Vikie Snyder

Biggiechee

"Have been here a few times. The B.Y.O function here is great and is a good atmosphere for a group of diners. I did have a burger from here and it..."

Sarah Alberino

"Went in for an afternoon smoothie and a quick read of the paper. Ended up also having the sweetie roll of bacon and eggs with aioli. I must say the..."

Mya

"Hearing mixed and often bad reviews of Joe's Garage, I was disappointed my company would be taking a few of us out to dine there.In terms..."

Medium_Rare

"Had dinner, and breakfast here the next morning. Good food for both meals. Drinks list a bit limited. Service good. Recommended for a quick..."

Julian.paxton

"We were only in Wellington for a short while and Joe's Garage caught our eye. The garage sign is what got us, so simple that it stood out on that..."

Doreen Milo

"Such a great find when we were wandering around the city looking for coffee and something to eat. Great friendly service, good food portion sizes and..."

Amanda B

"Went to Joes Garage because my boyfriend and I were a little jaded on the Asian BYO's in Wellington and wanted to try something a little..."

Alex Neilson

"Coffee is really good. Very friendly, upbeat staff. Good choices in the menu and quick to serve. Pikelets with bacon and maple syrup were good,..."

Christine

"Always good food. Casual sunday. Cold beer and a hotdog is always up there. Fries and gravy is a must.Good weekend cofffee too.Bad..."

Hubert Cheng

"Amazing food... Although You have to endure a painstaking wait watching all this mouthwatering food come out! However the wait is well worth it. 5..."

Fred Dunphy

"The atmosphere here is relaxed and rustic, but can get really busy at times. I was surprised when I found out this place does BYO after 5pm, which..."

Mind The Crumbs

"My food was really good, friendly staff. The menu (laminated paper) was really sticky and oily. Pineapple juice is not in the menu 😭, why guys,..."

Chris Vera

"Went here for breakfast the other day. We were greeted straight away and seated. Ordered a white hot choc (which wasn't great) but the food made up..."

Loran Jones

"Friendly staff, nice relaxed atmosphere and good food. Always fulfilling and a fantastic place for brunch. I ordered the joker last time, great..."

Josh

"Have been to Joe's a couple of times and have enjoyed it both times. I always think BYO options are limited in Wellington, predominantly being Asian..."

Alicia McQuade

"Great food, the burgers and fries were flawless. The restaurant has a great vibe and was a good temperature for a chilly Wellington evening. Service..."

Rosie Ludemann

"Staying in Wellington for work and needed an after dinner pick me up. Stopped in for one of the most delicious brownies I have ever tasted! Do..."

Tallulah_Tilly

"Great breakfast kid friendly Happy to deal with odd requests ( for the kids !)Go the joker for breakfast sweet bun bacon lean sky sausage..."

Ian McLachlan

"I didn't even look at the regular menu but I could tell they did breakfast, lunch and dinner. No food for us, though. It was all about the macchiato..."

Heneedsfood

"Went here for breakfast last weekend and it was great. They have a full breakfast menu and then a separate section for breakfast rolls. We had one..."

FrequentDiner

"Had an awesome chicken burger with fries at Joe's Garage, great environment and friendly staff to accommodate us. Definitely recommend checking it..."

Alex Mackay

"A quick stop for lunch on Saturday and Joe's did not disappoint.We were seated promptly and drink orders taken. Coffee arrived a few minutes..."

Philip Reeve

"Just had a quick bite at Joe's Garage. The food (two of their warm filled rolls, fries and baked beans) and coffee were good, just took awhile for..."

RaeRae

"Six of us dined at Joe's on a Friday at 6pm. Wanted somewhere reasonably priced and close to Circa Theatre so we gave it a go. I used to go here with..."

Sean P E Fleming

"Joes Garage is an awesome place to drop in and have a bite. Breakfast here is delicious and dinner here is divine. I always bring friends here and we..."

BKL

"Went there for lunch. The service was good, they were very accommodating of our baby, providing a highchair for her to sit in. I noticed they also..."

Theresa

"Always great service and coffee! Often the same friendly staff, which always makes me feel good about the place, a company with low staff..."

Ellie Jade Baker

"We were looking for somewhere for a quick burger and beer before a gig and Joe's Garage fitted the bill perfectly. Friendly, prompt service, great..."

Roger Williams

"I've always enjoyed the food at Joe's Garage. The pleasant surprise is that their service continues to improve... Friendly and attentive, without..."

Bill Young

"Very friendly service, great burgers and a good beer selection, just what every growing boy needs! Even stuff in there for the vegetarians, although..."

Mark Clayton

"I haven't had a bad experience in all the times that I've eaten at Joe's Garage. It's a great place to just sit and work, and drink good coffee; I..."

TheFoodGonzo

"Very good service - friendly and helpful. Great atmosphere. Just there for a coffee and a slice but they were very good. I'll be back. Not much..."

Joanna

"I have been here twice For breakfast & both times lovely coffee. Serving sizes are decent. Unfortunately the orange juice is bottled. The..."

Amy

"When you walk into Joe's you're met with instant warmth and a friendly smile. The rain and wind are left outside and you can slowly unwind with the..."

Nicola

"We had a wonderful experience and the most delicious burgers we have ever tasted.The service was exceptional and we have told many friends how..."

Wendy Milne

"I've recently dined at Joe's Garage for breakfast. We went there as a group from work, and orders various items from the brunch menu. I was a..."

Dan Bowden

"Went here for a late Sunday lunch after craving something similar to a Sunday roast. Place was fairly busy but service was quick and the food was..."

Luke Dienes

"Lovely venue and atmosphere. Our table was reserved and we were greeted with a smile. The chicken, pizza and burger was nice. We had been warned the..."

PhoenixSuns NZ

"The staff here are great and every single one of them was super friendly to us. The restaurant is a decent size and has a typical menu so you'll..."

Luke Mansell

"Great food, good service. But disappointingly they would only accept one entertainment card per table, when we had two entertainment cards among our..."

Phillip Yee

"Amazing atmosphere, really friendly staff, quick service and flavorful food. I order the Gorgeous George Vegetarian option and it has potato...."

Dylen Velasquez

"Food was amazing service was so friendly and was very attentive and they even gave me a free hat words can't express how wonderful this place is..."

dingus presley

"Great place for a Xmas brekky. Good menu & great staff. Nice laid back..."

David Hall

"Update! Some more photos added from our recent visit. Joes garage has always been my favorite, ever since I lived in Queenstown. Their rewards..."

Juwairiyah Nawaz

"Edit: 29/10/2022 Just been here again, still in love with the place. Wonderful to spend our anniversary here and will be going again soon! Wonderful..."

Georgia

"Went on Sunday evening, ordered jfc and kumara chips as well the pork belly main, ribs and beef burger. Great food. Great service and we didn't wait..."

Ashleigh Clarke

"We enjoyed the overall experience and food. Great service could have spent more time sitting and chatting over brunch. We all wished we had..."

Kimble Henderson

"Amazing food - I had the gorgeous breakfast and it was delicious. The potatoes were served room temp but were very tasty. Rest was perfect. Coffee..."

Prudence Desrosiers

"Friendly & attentive staff, lovely food, great atmosphere, not to noisy. My family & I love going..."

Tai Kingi

"Really good food, great service. Will definitely be back. Arrive hungry the meals are huge and it's hard to decide what to..."

Rebecca Green

"The food is hot and tasty, great coffee and friendly..."

suzanne walker

Enigma

84/100 (2175 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

"Have been here for breakfast’s! Like the ambience of this place and love the location!..."

Komal.Sharma

"Loved the casual vibe, the artwork 🖼 and graffiti interior was really impressive. Liked the mocha coffee ☕️ with skin milk, had a strong taste..."

Veeral Patel

"Walking in I didn’t have a great impression at all. I thought we would be seated, yet had to go to the counter to ask for menus and a table. Though..."

Bella Miriam

"enigma is one of the best places to eat in Wellington! the menu is super diverse as is the cabinet food, there are options for people of all dietary..."

Regan Thompson-Taurima

"Absolutely delicious and so reasonably priced. Cabinet food is also fantastic. Good atmosphere and all the staff is really lovely. Went here twice in..."

Christabel

"Simply the place to go to! You can not fault this place when you need to go for a quick meal or even a small meal. I have been here multiple times..."

Ina Tofaeono Ale Aulalo

"This cafe is located in the heart of wellington central. I ordered fish n chips, fettuccine and bounty hot chocolate! It all tasted so good. They..."

Balween Kohli

"The burgers are my favourite especially the enigma burger! I also love the milkshakes! The place has great variety in food- ice cream, gelato,..."

Kylie

"Know that song that's heavily featured on tik tok about peoples crushes?You could make a vid using all the goodness in the gelato freezer...."

Crumpet King

"Affordable and yum. The portions are generous and the food always looks great and tastes flavourful. Cool decor and the cabinet food looks awesome..."

Ronia Ibrahim

"Nice staff and atmosphere, not amazing but definitely not bad. Solid amount of room and not too packed. Good lighting if you like to take insta..."

Picky Doggo

"Recently visited Enigma and I was so impressed I had to give them top points for 1) service....on point, friendly, welcoming ✔️✔️2)..."

Foodie

"Value for money, mainly for the student population, their interior decor is an eclectic mix of street/hipster/bohemian. Affogato is really good,..."

James Ong

"Enigma cafe has the best chai lattes!!! The service is great and the staff are sooo awesome! There’s an inside seating area and..."

Sheryl

"Love coming here! Easily one of the best pancake options in Wellington central. Been several times and although it can get a bit hectic and busy,..."

Allie Meek

"We had our lunch to celebrate my birthday. We ordered Beef Stroganoff and Pan Fried Sirloin Steak. They served big meals that one meal can..."

Jann Montalan

"Came in for dinner. Had a reservation at 7, came in late and staff were kind and flexible. Came in with 13 people (aged from 4years old to 67). Was..."

Lakaingu97

"Went here last night with a group of 7 people and had the best time! I had the Halloumi Burger and it was delicious 😍 excellent friendly service..."

Hannah.milne11

"Team breakfast here. 10 of us. 8:30am. We had a table inside. We were squeezed onto two tables but we added another one to give us..."

Sean P E Fleming

"Unexpected location for a café, but nevertheless, lovely café with great breakfast options that are different from most breakfast places. Great for..."

Belle

"Have been going to Enigma for years. Can’t stay away from the halloumi burger and their fries/wedges! Decor is funky and staff to match. Great..."

Faith Courtney

"Enegma has been our go to place for brunch for a long time. If you want delicious cafe food in the CBD, this place should be on your list. The place..."

Sotaro Ochiai

"My childhood friend took me here, first impression; groovy, hip, cool, I like it. Had the Lasagna (meat of cause) with hot chocolate. First of the..."

Camellia

"Somehow I always find myself at this cafe, cheap prices for big meals. Can’t beat it! The groovy set up makes for a great place for everyone. My..."

Gemma Krebs

"Food is good with decent sized portions. I had the French Toast which tasted really good. The decor is really cool and hip, kind of retro and quirky...."

Rochelle Holland

"My favorite place. Top notch picks Gnocchi bacon and mushroom Roast veg risotto Makes me sad writing this review as I'm in Akld..."

Thompson AJ

"Wanted something tasty and reasonably priced so thought to give this place a go as it's always busy when I walk by. I wasn't disappointed. The price..."

Christian

"Great food and experience every time. Very handy that it is open late into the evening when craving a hot drink! The fries are awesome and great..."

Amy

"Massive coffees available. Good selection of food on the counter and hearty menu all at good prices. Milkshakes could be a bit better, I had one..."

Felicity

"I love this place! For $14 you get a huge burger (bigger than at any restaurant) with egg, bacon, beef the lot! The cheesecakes and gelato are great..."

William Donaldson

"We were in Wellington a few months ago, one of our friends had recommended this place to us. Walked in & the place was busy, but luckily there was a..."

Pelenise Filipo-O'Brien

"Pretty bloody good. Beautiful cabinet of cakes- passion fruit cheesecake and chocolate berry tart are the goodies. Great looking..."

Pastaton

"A staple in central Wellington. Casual and relaxed atmosphere. Always busy and attracts a mixed crowd: students, businessman, artists, rugby players,..."

Gigio T

"Had the big Breakfast very good this place doesn't look that great but food very good. coffee was also great the best I've had in town over the last..."

Mark Etheridge

"Their ice chocolates are legit the best~Always come here with friends to hang out and chill!I heard that out back used to be a smoking area but that..."

Jess

"Huge portions decent priced! Great to pop in any time for a decent sized meals and good service hip cafe very positive vibes! Coffees aren't too bad..."

Angie Liu

"A late night Wellington staple. It's a little grimey which I like. Excellent coffee, great selection of cakes at an excellent price, affordable wine..."

The Food Snob

"Great food and service with a nice environment. The quality and amount of food served was definitely worth it. This was my favourite place to eat..."

George Diego

"Great spot to grab some good counter food with a varied menu as well. I especially like that you can get almond milk! Always had quick service and..."

EsmeEats

Mana

"Heard alot about this place so finally got a chance to visit this place(as it was fortunately sunnyday). Well I went to this place with my hubby..."

Priyanka Silswal

"Loved this cafe. Very busy with great atmosphere. Good selection of food all reasonable prices. We went on a busy Friday night for dinner. I got a..."

Ashley

"I've been visiting Enigma for a few years now and it is one of my top cafes in Wellington! The atmosphere is unique and friendly, the value for money..."

Angus Allan

"Yasss ! Enigma Cafe ! Always go here and the best thing is the gelato hmmm yum ! The burger the salad and i ordered something more were really good..."

Lexie Vi

"Definitely a place to go if you're ever in Wellington. I stopped here with my partner for breakfast. Decent sized servings, reasonable pricing and..."

Charlotte Ayrey

"Great cafe to stop and have lunch. A wide range of options available on the menu. We had gnocchi with bacon and spinach, steak sandwich and shared a..."

Lisa Whyte

"Handy location and open for long hours. Had a wonderful French toast with banana and bacon plus a cup of latte for breakfast the other week. Sesame..."

"Came here cause it was rather busy inside. So must be a good thing. I was right. The staff were friendly laid back. The food was obviously made by..."

Eve Lewis

"Visiting Wellington over the Waitangi weekend for an exhibit and catch up with friends.On Saturday, we decided to go have lunch at Enigma..."

Alice P

"Ordered a Mango Milkshake, and a Beef Burger. For $14 was good value, I liked how how the burger came with a side of fries and a decent amount of..."

Victoria Saunders

"Life is too short for bad food you will not have that problem here.Great food good portion size,Fresh tasty gnocchi was light & delightful..."

Haumanakeakua

"A busy cafe, great to come for someBreakfast.. The pancakes and a milkshake seem to hit the spot and set you up for the day. They have a good..."

Rhodri Williams

"Good is pretty good, I had the wedges with cheese and bacon and it was well cooked and seasoned, they also have a unique selection of gelato one of..."

Matt Jeng

"Usually I am the biggest advocate for enigma but one Monday instead of the usual amazing gluten free bread that's puffy and soft and fresh fruit (see..."

Stacy Heyman

"Lovely staff and industrial atmosphere hereI had pancakes with fruit and a flat white. The pancakes were drool worthy! So fluffy on the..."

Annette Wong

"Enigma has a lot going for it; location, size, decor, I just wish they would hit it out of the park with a point of difference that would take the..."

RaeRae

"Been there only two times but so far not disappointed. And to be honest I don't think I'll ever will be. I haven't tried the savory food, really just..."

Ines

"Ive been to many cafes and enigma always offer cheap and good brunch.. I had eggs benedict today and it was yummy. Their coffees are good too.. What..."

Miss J

"Nice place, good service. Fresh food and delicious dessert :) :) :) every time I come to this place everything is very good. All the dishes had a lot..."

Loly

"Was looking for a place for dinner and passed by Enigma. Loved the Retro interior and the layback atmosphere. I had Beef Nachos my friend the chicken..."

Peter W

"Enigma is a funny old beast, I actually frequent here quite often but I'm getting to the point where one dish doesn't make the place. (Pan fried..."

James Ford

"Yummy beef lasagne for cheap... Always a win. Service was friendly enough. I've walked past this place many times and never looked twice, but it's a..."

Lizannepitt

"Enigma is a great place with one of the best locations in wellington I feel. The staff are always nice to me and my friends and we have had many..."

James Fale

"Everytime I say E-nig-ma I have to say it like Dr Evil. (Mmmmag-ma) I was here for a coffee when I was visiting a while back... (man I drink a lot of..."

Cheesyweesy

"Perfect environment to catch up after a long day! They also make brilliant cakes (Lime and White Chocolate Cheesecake - GENIUS!) and the ambience was..."

Andrew Alan Mahoney

"Enigma is a quirky cafe & bar located on Courtenay Place, Wellington. It's loved by many and its atmosphere described as relaxed and cozy with a..."

Sophia

"Say what you want about Enigma but I always get a great coffee when I go there. Cheap food, beautiful slices, cakes and now ice cream! Food always..."

Ellie Jade Baker

"We ate a banoffee cheesecake after a long search for a cheesecake on a Sunday night,the place is really nice,price is reasonable expensive and except..."

Raul

"These reviews must be from a different era, because this is by far the friendliest cafe, with the best value, best variety, and best attitude in all..."

Welly Lover

"When I read those rude reviews I just feel sad. I think Enigma is a great little relaxed cafe especially for the young, smokers, mothers with kids..."

Rozellia Boland

"Love this place. The burgers are great, all the menu food I've tried has been great and their cabinet food is good, though can be dry if you get..."

Sophie Boot

"I had a burger here and was very impressed with it. Although I was in a rush I found that I couldn't leave this meal to be left sitting. Usually drop..."

Jonathan Dysart

"This is the best cafe in Wellington.Everything I've had off the menu or from the cabinets has been amazing. The only negative is that the..."

Lucy

"Landed here pretty late and were refused food since the kitchen had shut :( However the desserts on display looked so delicious, we came back here..."

Omnomnivore

"Such a cool little place which continues the vibe and feel of it’s predecessor Espressoholics. Popped in for a spot of lunch after some morning..."

Mark Panapa

"I love this place! I used to live in Wellington a year ago and would come here all the time. I’ve been moved away from Wellington for about 10..."

Danielle henaghan

"Excellent find hidden away. Very attentive service and incredibly well presented and tasty waffles. Great tasting coffee, could have been a bit..."

Heledd Davis

"Was super 👌 impressed with the food and service at Enigma Cafe, the atmosphere is nice and relaxing day and night. My dad and i ordered the loaded..."

Matthew Wallace

"Would've passed it if we weren't google mapping. Came here after reading a review about it having the best pancakes in Wellington. Ended up getting..."

Te Aomarama Anderson

"Very cool little spot in the city. They serve an awesome breakfast with great coffee options, and they had loads of desserts, pastries, and even..."

Daniel Perez

"Great location, old style interior from 60's, overall vibe is awesome, friendly staff, prompt service. Fine coffee from humming bird and delicious..."

Sergey Sergeev

"Longtime classic Wellington cafe, survived the pandemic and is “same as it ever was!” Amazing looking dinner plates coming out of the kitchen,..."

John Louie

"Went in for a coffee and got served by the small red haired girl. Super lovely girl made our experience enjoyable and made an awesome coffee! Looking..."

Amina Biu

"Beautiful place to have a a great coffee and lunch. The staff members are friendly and helpful and are willing to help you make decisions about their..."

Kevin James van Duuren

"Nice big bowls of coffee, food and vibes, in a good location, nothing to complain, worth of a..."

Elva Melville

Karaka Cafe & Summer Bar

84/100 (1547 ratings)

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Wheelchair Accessible

"Nice location at the waterfront of Wellington. Atmosphere and decor was really nice and staff were friendly. Good food with big portions...."

Michael Chen

"Great experience with friendly and helpful staff. Good portion sizes and fantastic taste. Loved the overall vibe of the place too!(Ordered..."

Kalin Soden

"Loved the ambience and being on the waterfront made it special We had the steak sandwich, the seafood sandwich which was whitebait and the Ika..."

Tim 51

"The hangi here was the best I’ve ever tasted! Service was fast and awesome and coffee was good too. Would definitely recommend this place to Family..."

Shalom Ngaro

"Great food, reasonably priced. Perfect location. Can get a bit noisy at night. We had breakfast, lunch and dinner here. We love the fish basket...."

Oliver Dambeck

"Great location overlooking the Wellington lagoon. Great service and menu providing a truly authentic kiwi experience. A gem in the heart of..."

Ezra Fermanis

"Must visit cafe cuisine in Wellington. I just loved their style of serving really tasty food. Best place to make your dining experience..."

Steve Smith

"I would recommend this place for Cafe in Wellington. Their staffs are very friendly and attentive. I love their buffet menu...for Restaurant and..."

Steve Teile

"Had a really nice breakfast and coffee, the food took a while but it was worth the wait. A very nice outdoor seating, especially great on a nice..."

Josh Evans

"Brilliant location with a relaxed vibe. We ordered cabinet food because we had a hungry toddler who couldnt wait but it took ages and our friend's..."

Eating My Way Around

"Lovely location for brunch/lunch on a beautiful sunny day. Food wasn't really mind-blowing but still good and enjoyable. Service was pretty good..."

M

"Been here for a drink a few times but never for food. However had lunch there today. I had the Paua Fritter which was amazing, the rest our group had..."

Steph Michie

"This place is really well located by the water where you can see life going by. Waiters tend to be nice as well, on a sunny day you better get in..."

Ines

"Was Welcomed by friendly staff as soon as we walked through the door, Was full so had not much choice where to sit but that was okay. The food was..."

Hay Shack

"Great food and service. First time there and we will be back also a fantastic location. Reasonable price food. We had wedges, chicken quesadilla,..."

Ian De Terte

"First Impression : Impressive view, seating, cabinet variety We ordered the chicken salad burger (really nice), the steak sandwich (did not like..."

Jayita

"Stumbled on this cafe some months ago, and been back twice since. Nice place for a quick bite and for chilling with your friends or family. Lamb..."

Shiny H Appy

"Always come here for happy hour if you're after wine because they give out a seriously good deal. 225mL for $15 is always a winner and sitting in the..."

Vicki Wong

"Locals say ya can't beat Wellington on a good day and today was perfect weather for a bite to eat out and about near the water.Haven't been..."

RaeRae

"Wellington's Summer had lasted all of two days and it was back to severe rain. I was at work so wanted to go somewhere close for lunch. The BP..."

Sean P E Fleming

"Well flavoured prawn skewers on a great salad, and interesting menu choices. The cabinet food is also varied and fresh. Unfortunately it took a long..."

EpiCurious

"After visiting Te Papa we decided to stop for a drink and a snack. Karaka is on the waterfront and the grass slope outside lend a good place for bean..."

Peter W

"Had an amazing time in karaka cafe especially with the view and the atmosphere of the place however i am very disappointed by the food , i ordered..."

Caroline

"20th July, we came for lunch for the first time at Karaka Cafe. Coffee was good. I had the Hangi pork belly, and my wife had the fish of the day. The..."

Brian Tran

"Excellent brunch. Awesome Eggs Benedict. So nice not on bread when u r gluten restricted. Awesome place all round. Service good. Really central too...."

Matthew

"These guys know what they are doing when it comes to service and yummy kai. Loved the view on a nice sunny day too. Absolutely a fave cafe of mine..."

Virginia Phoenix Pace

"Wonderful location and very good food. We chose to go for the large hangi bowl. It easily fed the five of us and was the most flavourful hangi I have..."

Cheyneismyhero

"Group of 6 had lunch here last weekend. Great spot and a lovely ambience. Friendly staff - although we got a second wait person later on after our..."

Tania W

"My family and I recently had breakfast at Karaka and thoroughly enjoyed ourselves. The location and view was lovely, the service in general was..."

Paula Berg

"Fantastic service, especially great with kids, like really really great - cornflakes and colouring while the adults have eggs on delicious hangi hash..."

Hannah Clarke

"I visited for lunch recently with a group of 6. Most of us had cabinet food which was all brought to the table quickly & was delicious. Outlook..."

Barbara Topp

"Apart from the great location and beautiful scenery I MUST comment on the outstanding service I received at Karaka Cafe. I went in for lunch and..."

Genn

"I have visited the cafe a number of times with work colleagues and have enjoyed the relaxed atmosphere and friendly staff. This cafe has an upmarket..."

Madnil

"What a beautiful, stunning place. I am a kiwi at heart I live in Australia. Last week I was on a cruise with my wife we are Newlyweds and I wanted to..."

Zebastian Warren

"Despite what other reviewers have written, I love the Karaka Cafe and return there once or twice a week. The coffee is good, I have had no complaints..."

Duncan Steel

"Delicious food and beautiful setting, ended up staying alot longer then we thought we would! Drinks, entrees, mains and desserts were all fab. Super..."

Katy

"We love eating here & often meet friends here for meals & drinks as they offer something a little bit different to other cafe in Wellington...."

Lisa Turia

"Wow what a beautiful place and what a busy cafe. Service great and friendly, food delicious. We had to order at the counter, which is common in..."

Lee Leigh

"I went to Karaka Cafe yesterday with a friend from out of town and we were only planning to stay for a drink and then head off to explore other parts..."

Amy Zhang

"Had the yummiest breakfast just after 8am this morning. Casual and of course greeted with Kia Ora! Smart staff. No fuss. But efficient. Greatest..."

Mere Pohatu

"OMG... tha caramel slice is to die for! I honestly loved it so much had them courier some more up to Auckland as couldn't do without..."

Bernadette Mark

"Loved the overall experience of this cafe. Will definitely be..."

Susan Bligh

"I first came to Karaka Cafe when they opened in 2011..I was not over the moon with my first experience although I came back recently as I wanted to..."

Arihia

"I had a delightful time at Karaka Cafe and my friends who live in NZ highly recommended it. As a person with a vision impairment, I and my friends..."

Elise Lonsdale

"It is so cool to find a café with an emphasis on Maori culture and language – Maori Television playing silently on a TV on the wall, Katchafire on..."

The Guppy

"It was a cold day in Wellington, but the atmosphere at Karaka was warm and welcoming! It was the first time the 4 of us (girls catchup) had..."

Isabel

"This was an amazing cafe the cabinet food look amazing and tasted great i really enjoyed it will be back!!..."

Ben Hobs

"This Cafe should become a must try for any true Kiwi or tourist wanting a Traditional (Exquisite) New Zealand meal.Karaka Cafe combines..."

Kat Falepau

"This place is nice and friendly and gets the last of the afternoon sun. We went late on a Saturday afternoon. We just had some cake and a hot..."

Reviewer007

"Fantastic place! Went there for brunch. Food was great, location was too, loved the Te Reo touch on the menu. Love that they have a variation of eggs..."

Tania Lynch

"Had lunch with a friend at Karaka on Tuesday. It's great. The food was delicious and beautifully presented. Staff extra friendly and great service...."

Amanda Morrison

"Awesome place, went for an evening meal on a Wednesday. I had the salmon and OMG it was beautiful. I was with a group and we all found our meals were..."

Nikki

"Was here on 7th Oct 2023 as part of the Weta Workshop tour package that included lunch here at the Karaka. Brilliant staff and could not fault them..."

Gerard McCall

"My wife and I had brunch here this morning. We ordered the Breakfast Burger and the French Toast. The staff were very attentive and professional, and..."

Ben Myatt

"Great kai and lovely service, was dining earlier in the day so not too busy but can imagine this place would get crazy! Excellent service, great..."

Emma Riddell

"Great location on the waterfront. You can sit outside and see the lagoon or inside where it's cosy. The staff were lovely and good delicious. The hot..."

T Trifonoff

"Great service nice food and big portions for the value lovely staff definitely go have a try recommend iced chocolate and hangi the iced chocolate..."

JGT Asrai

"First hangi I ate so I can't compare but it was really amazing, and I took the sparkling water with Manuka honey which was really good as well. If I..."

Elyse Roussey

"We were out and about at the waterfront, and came across a small door with the telltale signs of a cafe, it turned out to be the rear entrance to..."

Aaron Bublitz

"what a great way to start our day for our whanau. Once our brains caught up with our eyes from all the visuals surrounding the cafe, our pukus were..."

#girlonthecob New zealand

"Great menu, delicious breakfast and traditional meals. A good place to work or relax in front of the..."

Andrés Rubinstein

"Delish food and beautiful atmostsphere! Will def return for the other items on the menu!..."

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