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La Belle Waffle
99/100 (176 ratings)
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Dessert
European
Belgian
European
Belgian
Waffles & Crepes
Waffles
Waffles & Crepes
Fast food
European
Belgian
Cheap Eats
"You should try this waffle shop, it is amazing! I love waffles! I have tried different places around Wellington, but I found the best one here at La..."
Gabi Chiele
"Wellington Advent Calender made me stop at this amazing waffles place. My husband ordered the banana waffle which had nuts, nutella and..."
Juwairiyah Nawaz
"Great waffle shop, taste is awesome. I had the one with sugar and cinnamon. Staff is very..."
Carlos
"I had my first waffle here a few weeks ago. Did not disappoint! Loved it so much I ended up coming here again and buying a few for my family and..."
Mari S
"Grabbed my last waffle directly from the La Belle Waffle window the other day and it made me a little upset. I will miss grabbing fresh hot waffles..."
Jordana
"These Waffles have something special. Loved the care and attention to detail on the box when ordering online. The waffles are just delicious and you..."
Eduardo Oliveira (eduardocurva)
"Awesome little waffle place. Super friendly and accommodating. Don’t just settle for the delicious waffles, as the Hot Chocolate is..."
Jullian OXC
"Amazing waffles and friendly owner:) My friend bought an original tote bag there, and the design was so cute. We really enjoyed sight seeing and..."
Shiori Onoda
"Very lovely Waffle shop!! The waffle with melting chocolate was perfect. Very fresh and tasty! Highly recommended to..."
Helena Vin
"Best little hole in the wall Waffles! Our server is always so kind and enthusiastic about the food! Love this..."
Kester Roberts
Cafe Sante
97/100 (36 ratings)
Restaurants
European
European
European
"the food is always perfect and the customer service is even better � awesome coffee and awesome vibe �� emma's smiles always puts a smile on my..."
Vina Atkins
"Fantastic place to have surgery done - the staff are friendly, the hospital well equipped and you know you’re in safe hands. Delicious meals..."
Mike and Rachel Dixon
"From the Receptionist, to the Nurse's and Specialist, and being apprehensive about the procedure I was to undergo, was put totally at ease, and was..."
B & B Sharpe
"First time experience for me and my son was absolutely brilliant. My 14 year old thought we were in a hotel because the awesome nursing staff made..."
Angel
"Extremely kind & caring & Gemma Nightingale the surgeon, & all the nurses & drs gr8 I couldn't fault them @..."
Wendy Whiteman
"Having recently received a new hip. I can't fault anything, other than lack of wifi and cellphone coverage downstairs, (1st world problem.). The..."
Nick Harding1965
"Stayed overnight after surgery and was really impressed with everything. I had Jo and Anna as my nurses who were super friendly, knowledgable and so..."
Eddy Gara
"My toddler had eye surgery on both eyes here yesterday. We felt the care could not have been better. Our nurse was amazing and comforted us as she..."
Elizabeth H
"I went in for a surgical procedure which required an overnight stay. I found all the staff to be caring, knowledgeable, responsive, and helpful. My..."
Dorian David Leigh Wilson
"Good patient care but not so good partner/family care. Leave partner in waiting room for hours rather than let them sit beside patent when out of..."
Andrea Skews
"I went to Bowen Hospital on the 16th of July 2019 (yesterday at the time of this writing) to have my eye surgery performed (Staar Surgical Visian ICL..."
Clément Campagna
"Had lasik surgery at the Bowen Hospital 3 yearsago. Have not had to wear spectacles since. Dr Reece Hall and his team are top echelon. I am..."
Lachlan Fleming
"My 2nd time at the hospital. Awesome friendly staff. Nurses are so friendly and helpful. Always there for you when you need..."
Robin Lei Cliburn
"Had an MRI done here. Quick, easy, painless, and staff were excellent. All ran on time. Highly recommend for orthopaedic..."
Byron Elvey
"Many thanks for the nurses and the doctor for their care, kind and treatment. Great stuff with high professionalism. Thanks for the lady that..."
Mohammed Al-Shaboti
"Went in for wisdom teeth removal (all 4). All staff were nice and informative. pain management was good as..."
Jason “SpeedyKiwi”
"Consistently super-helpful, cheerful & professional staff who have time & again made me feel heard &..."
Tara Leigh Slade
"Amazing caramel latte with a pear and fig muffin to die for. Excellent service...."
Alison Peat
"Banana poisioning solved, zero incidents, track record remains..."
SaintBread
Bellamys By Logan Brown
96/100 (309 ratings)
Restaurants
Gluten Free Options
New Zealand
European
New Zealand
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Dinner
Lunch
Lamb
Fish
Burger
Sit down
New Zealand
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Serves Alcohol
Gift Cards Available
Private Dining
Dinner
Lunch
Fine Dining
"Super quiet in the awkward period of time between the election and the official results being announced. Highly recommend opting for a quiet spot in..."
Chloe Gay
"Lovely place to eat. Great ambience and excellent service. Wellington’s best kept secret. A very special place to eat in the heart of the beehive...."
Stephen Wright
"We really enjoyed the night at Parliament. Brilliant food and great service. Definitely a Must-do destination while visiting..."
Ching Jung Lin
"Amazing service, exceptionally tasty food. Highlights were the whisky, Manuka rib eye and the mushrooms. These are also the best truffle fries in..."
Sam Allen
"An amazing night at Bellamy's. The food was amazing as was the service. To feed 70 people at the same time is exceptional and shows how professional..."
Devon Bruce
"Awesome place, Great service from the very start, greeted right off the elevator. Nice atmosphere and unique setting, great for a nice dinner. The..."
Ryven Sonic
"Amazing food and amazing service. The wait staff were always on hand and super helpful. The food was all very well thought out, with everyone's..."
Ashley Krynen
"Relaxing atmosphere, great service, delicious menu. Cannot rate high enough. Well be..."
Grant Peck
"Seriously could not fault it. Amazing food, very tasty and well presented. Staff couldn't be more helpful. Top..."
Larissa Cooney
"Truly a treat to dine here and the food just sung, beautiful flavours so perfectly balanced and well thought through. The staff were equally..."
Felicity Hopkins
Mason
94/100 (91 ratings)
Restaurants
European
International
Beer restaurants
International
European
Beer restaurants
International
Beer restaurants
European
Reservations
Mid-range
"First time visit. What a blast. Small area but the food made you forget the crunch. Great service and superb food from the kitchen. Compliments to..."
Ross Findlay
"I loved this little restaurant. The service was great, the food was great... It's pricey but worth it if you can. What I liked is that they do what..."
Alex de Liefde
"Wow what an amazing place!!! Came in late (9pm) and luckily the kitchen was still open. Extremely good service and the food was incredible! Unusual..."
Steffie Davids
"Had a birthday meal recently with my wife, booked the table the same day through the site, all super easy and confirmed immediately. When we arrived..."
Ben Stokes
"Very interesting boho dining experience in the depths of Newtown on a cold rainy night. Food was excellent. Just enough and the variety and..."
Janet Blishen
"Thoroughly enjoyed every facet of the experience. The food was delish, and the menu and cocktails were interesting without ever veering into the..."
Leo Browning
"Great food. Excellent selection, all super fresh ingredients and beautifully put together. Personal favourites were the kawhai with coconut and the..."
Gerard Hermans
"We had the best gastronomical experience at Bar Mason. The food was adventurous, tasty, fresh and fabulously presented and it was fun sharing our..."
Kim Parker
"Great food, good service, amazing..."
Carl
"We really enjoyed our long overdue visit to Mason. The lamb was divine, so tender. The salad combinations were delicious. Overall the meal, serve and..."
Rebecca Peterson
Shed 5 Bar & Restaurant
93/100 (2617 ratings)
Restaurants
Seafood
Vegan Options
European
New Zealand
European
Seafood
New Zealand
Gluten Free Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Drinks
Dinner
Lunch
After-hours
Pork
Chowder
Pasta
Fish & Chips
Salad
Prawns
Fish & chips
Crab
Scallops
Ceviche
Duck
Crawfish
Oyster
Catfish
Calamari
Risotto
Mussels
Lamb
Tuna
Bruschette
Calamares
Shrimp
Pesto
Salmon
Beef
Fish
Sit down
New Zealand
European
Seafood
Table Service
Cash Only
Wheelchair Accessible
Accepts Discover
Serves Alcohol
Wine and Beer
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Accepts Credit Cards
Outdoor Seating
Accepts Mastercard
Accepts Visa
Private Dining
Reservations
Accepts American Express
Street Parking
Seating
Drinks
Lunch
After-hours
Dinner
Fine Dining
"A very nice place with fantastic fish dishes. Get there early and get a seat by the..."
J K
"My wife and two of our best friends had dinner last night and the overall experience was impeccable. I have not personally experienced such a great..."
Lucas Monge
"This place is fantastic. The food and service are superb. The chowder is the best I’ve ever had and the fish of the day was perfectly cooked,..."
Steven Pearson
"Great food - My only issue was the service, had a few servers and a few of them weren’t sure about the Gluten free options and questions seem to..."
Stephanie C
"Beautifully cooked eye fillet; the brocolli purée was surprisingly good. The breads and accompanying dips were delicious, especially the onion..."
Jade Wihongi
"Loved the pre-show WOW menu experience. The service was very attentive. The restaurant phoned earlier in the day to move our arrival time 45min..."
Serena Johnston
"Food was absolutely wonderful. Our server was attentive but it took way too long for the dinners to come out. In the end the excellent meal made it..."
Pat Taylor
"The food is good. Service is good. Next time I will come again. If you can pls give us more food option. Like..."
XL Lyu
"Chose to go to Shed 5 as most recommended in Wellington, after last nights affair I sure was left in awe, this waterfront facing restaurant has much..."
Karen Fereira
"Great dinner experience at Shed 5. Salmon tartare was nice. Dry-aged beef was..."
Vi Duc Phan
"Excellent food, excellent wine,excellent waiters,duck was slightly overcooked, but delicious food will definitely be going back. Went back a second..."
Scott Dawson
"So so good, best fish dish I’ve ever..."
Helen Montgomery
"Joining friends in Wellington for a few days, we wanted something overlooking the water with atmosphere. I booked Shed 5, I requested a window seat..."
Denise Robinson
Ombra
93/100 (2899 ratings)
Restaurants
Italian
Mediterranean
European
Contemporary
Gluten Free Options
Italian
Vegan Options
European
Mediterranean
Vegetarian Friendly
Contemporary
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Drinks
After-hours
Dinner
Lunch
Eggplant
Meatballs
Pasta
Saltimbocca
Salad
Prosciutto
Duck
Arancini
Risotto
Crostini
Lamb
Bruschette
Tapas
Pesto
Fish
Cod
Pork
Ragu
Beef
Crostino
Polenta
Tiramisu
Sit down
Italian
Contemporary
European
Mediterranean
Reservations
Serves Alcohol
Gift Cards Available
Full Bar
Accepts Credit Cards
Accepts Mastercard
Accepts Visa
Accepts American Express
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Lunch
After-hours
Dinner
Drinks
Mid-range
"Pumpkin pizza and meatballs were fantastic! And the chocolate volcano...next level! Food was so great we ended up there again the following day!..."
Rohan
"Absolutely loved this place. Food was so good, ambience perfect and Stella was the best host. Even though they were fully booked, they happily..."
I'm Hungry
"Really appreciated the prompt and friendly hospitality from staff who made me feel welcomed. The bruschetta bread was soft and the..."
Veeral Patel
"Love anything that I ordered, especially the polenta chips. Good size and price and quality . Very busy place but with good..."
Tian Sweetly
"The food was really good. Fish was done perfectly and lamb rump was tender and juicy. Staff were accommodating. I recommend this place for first time..."
Anika Almadi
"Really enjoyed our dinner at Ombra. Staff were friendly and attentive. Food was reasonably priced and delicious. Great atmosphere - would recommend..."
Littlemiss
"This place is AMAZING!I've been there with 2 friends on a Saturday night. We ordered two arancinis; a ciabatina; polenta chips; mozzarella,..."
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"Amazing Food and great atmosphere. If you are on Cuba street, don’t miss this place!! Gnocchi and Polenta Chips are out of this world!..."
The Hungry Glutton
"First visit to Welly and went to Ombra for lunch and we could not stop talking about how delicious these two meals were during our lunch. Had Gnocci..."
Juyeong Chang
"Awesome dining experience with my partner at Ombra! This is my first time visiting but it did not disappoint! Will go again to try other food on the..."
Hallie Low
"We went to Ombra after reading the reviews on Zomato and our expectations were pretty high! But it definitely did not disappoint, the service was..."
Courtney Millanta
"Amazing food however the rocket salad was disgustingly highly price for two mouth fulls was $10... the rest of the meals and drinks were amazing..."
Komal Swamy
"We had high expectations going here due to all the amazing reviews & they were all met! The service, ambience and food were all..."
Sarah Vera
"I came here for lunch and had a pizza and it was very tasty and tasted very authentic would highly recommend. The staff were very friendly and gave..."
Kate.mcpherson123
"The food here is delicious, one of the best restaurants in Wellington I’ve been to date. They have a rotating menu, so there’s always something..."
Steff.ho
"Decor, food and service is 10/10! Came for dinner, wait staff were present and attentive, immediately asked for drinks etc. Food came out and was..."
Charlotte Chazz Colgan
"One of the best italian resturants I've been to, with best quality and delicious food. Good vibes friendly staff. Will visit this place next time I..."
Tarun Parmar
"I promised the staff that my first line in the review would be that the Tiramisu was over! So there it is! One of the best Italian restaurants I..."
Bhavna
"Service was fantastic! The range of food choices really broadens your pallet. If I was to recommend any dishes, it would be the venison meet balls...."
Alex Von Lanthen
"I must say I'm very impressed with the 4.8 rating here on Zomato, so decided to try it for myself. And what better time than at the Wellington On A..."
James Ong
"This place allows you to order 3 or 4 plates per person which you can share to make up a meal. Just as well because there was so much on the menu I..."
Alyssa Martin
"Best Italian restaurant in Wellington. I don't say that lightly. Great food, great service, great ambience. Also, their Bellini's..."
Hubbabubba
"We stopped by on our travels through Wellington.Customer service was perfect, staff were very friendly, tentative and helpful.Meals were..."
Brando
"Lovely food. It's a busy place and I can see why. Standout dishes for me were the gnocchi and the brussel sprouts. The pizza was also good. Would..."
Hue Bullen
"Loved the service, drinks, and food. If you go you really should try the snapper, venison meatballs, and mulled wine and gorgonzola gelato - I kid..."
Matt L
"Very pleasant experience. Portion sizes were a bit small. Great staff and friendly service. We had a late lunch and place was still busy. Deserves a..."
Emma Thompson
"The best Italian food I've ever had. Not only that, but the whole experience from the initial warm welcome to the fantastic service to the beautiful..."
Paul O
"A lively place with friendly service and ambiance. The gnocchi is so delicious and tasty. Polenta chips, light and fluffy. Broccolini and beans are..."
Christy.destradi
"Great vibe, great service, great food. All of the sharing plates were delicious. The duck risotto, venison meatballs, and anchovy pizza notable. The..."
Gus
"Really delicious meals, the pappardelle pasta was very yummy and the server we had was so great explaining the menu to us as we didn’t understand..."
Steph Gully
"One of the best italian food i have ever had. Their pizzas are super tempting and totally filling and not big at all. Staff is very friendly and the..."
Manas Mittal
"Wow the place was packed out and we was offered seating and drinks while we waited for a table to become available.Once seated the food came..."
David Ent
"OutstandingService excellentFood the sameHad Arancini Balls and Polenta Chips to startThen the Roast Potatoes PizetteAnd the Lamb..."
Glenn Town
"Went here for my father’s birthday and had the best experience and filled to the brim in delicious decadent food! Our waiter was lovely and..."
Hannah.milne11
"What a great little restaurant in Cuba Street -Italian tapas.We had the white anchovies, Parma ham, two small pizzas, beef meatballs and..."
Austin
"This is a lovely restaurant for delicious Italian food. The staff are lovely and the food is delicious and hearty. We will definitely be..."
Megha Dogra
"Wonderful first experience that we couldn't stop raving about. For us the stars of the meal were definitely the pork belly saltimbocca and black..."
AJ
"••• Vegetarian Night •••I LOVED the 3seconds greeting! Highly Recommended! Well Done & Thank You (both customer service +..."
MarvellousSeven
"Wonderful service, just want to thank in particular the blonde waitress in the red shirt who served my group who went out of her way to accommodate..."
Nicole Paterson
"Ombra is all about Italian food & their menu has many favourites. One recommendation was their meatballs, & having enjoyed the ones from Baduzzi in..."
Stephy_NakiGirl
"Had lunch at Ombra. All shared food, everything was delicious and reasonably priced. We shared 4 different serves of meatballs, two pizzas,..."
Ldimm
"Very nice gnocchi great atmosphere we really enjoyed this place will definitely return next time in wellington great prices. Portions are little on..."
Justin Todd
"Always consistently good service, up there with Scopa and other Wellington favourites. Solid options for wine and beer but the food is next level...."
Cam Newman
"YUM! I moved away from Wellington seven years ago and visit home around once a year - I can't remember what used to be in this spot, but who cares...."
Shanna
"Love, love, love this place! Beautiful food in a lovely atmosphere. Generally order 3-4 dishes to share and enjoy every one. Must have the gnocchi..."
Grace
"The interior was all stripped down to the bare minimum which made it look really cool! The food very good I recon! It's a shame we only here..."
Ethan Liaw
"Great food fantastic atmosphere and brilliant service. The option to order sharing plates is a fantastic idea and love the food choices. Not..."
Jason Berryman
"SO yum, been here twice and will definitely be going back soon. A really nice atmosphere and great food, some favourites are the gnocchi and the..."
Brittany Robson
"I love this place!Had the Eggplant Parmigiana (pictured) and it was absolutely delicious. The perfect combination of crunchy and soft; good..."
Jen
"Had two of us stop in for lunch. Lovely food, great service and nice atmosphere. The only bugbear was I had to go back to work.... Would definitely..."
Chris Cattermole
"Fantastic ambiance, superb food, and impeccable service. Despite arriving during the busiest part of the night, we were warmly welcomed by the maitre..."
Johann Go
"The only problem is knowing what to pick...We came in for a light lunch and left a few pounds heavier. But it tasted well worth the added..."
Mya
"Well in must be precise while writing this one....What makes a great dining experience ...Ambience + good host + good host + good service +..."
Colaco.cassius
"This is a great little restaurant.Saturday evening dinner, walk in, no booking.  Very courteously greeted and asked if we would like to wait 10..."
Magpie
"Great food and great service.  We loved everything we tried.  Even though it was really busy all the staff were friendly and went out of their way..."
Michelle Clarke
"Great dinner here the other night- the desserts are always a highlight. Great options not to big and really good prices. Service can sometimes be a..."
Theo
"Oh my gosh where do I even start. I would say this is definitely one of my favourite places in welly and I am itching to get back. We had the Roasted..."
Steph Michie
"Delicious and cheap for two people!! We are super happy with the mean we had the service was great too!!! We had venison meatballs, gnocchi and lemon..."
Dee Elizabeth Noble
"For great authentic Italian food hit this spot up in Wellywood! Decent tapa portions full of flavour and bloody great price all this for $71 sheeeet..."
Alwayseating
"Wonderful food, great service. Stayed in Wellington for a week last November and ate at ombra 3 times! Looking forward to going there again fir wow..."
Fliss Butcher
"Came here on a whim for a late Friday dinner. They were no longer serving the full menu but from what we tasted of the restricted menu, this place..."
Emily Pavey
"This place has such a fun environment with enthusiastic and attentive staff who are always onto it. We mentioned that it was my friends birthday and..."
Hungover Munch Kid
"Had the mozzarella carroza for ciccheti which was delicious on the inside but the bread was slightly over cooked. Also had the Pollo chicken, olive..."
Mana
"What an awesome concept, Italian tapas! Each dish was rich in unique flavor. Some of the best food I've eaten. Decent prices and the staff were all..."
Evan Roberts
"Service was great, love most of the dishes. Really enjoyed it. Only didn't like the Nutella banana pizza which is literally a pizza bread with..."
Jenny
"This is now my official welly favourite. A quirky place with warm atmosphere. The dishes are small designed to be shared with friends. We had a..."
Christian
"I went here with my partner for a weekend away in Welly. The restaurant was full when we arrived, but after sitting down for a drink we were offered..."
Emma Clark
"Nice little place. Service is quite good considering how busy it is especially for dinner. A friend and I ordered a San Marzano pizzette, lamb..."
M
"Came here for a birthday dinner with my parents and a few friends from Auckland. We all ordered separate dishes and shared them which worked out..."
Shalom Ngaro
"Really enjoyed our tapas at Ombra, there is a great menu with lots of variety and generous portions. The staff were very helpful and friendly, even..."
James Cole
"What a fabulous find Ombra is. After reading a few reviews here we though heck yeah let's give it a whirl. From the moment we sat down the service..."
Denys McEneaney
"On a cold and grey Sunday afternoon Ombra provided the lift we needed. The food was out of this world, every plate we ordered outdid the last. The..."
Annie
"Has to be one of the best restaurants in Wellington. Casual dining with excellently prepared food. The decor, atmosphere and service are all..."
Eric The Great
"This place is superb. The food is incredibly simple, yet authentic and about as tasty as is possible. I've tried pretty much everything Wellington..."
Pauline Smyth
"Excellent restaurant. We loved the food, great taste, beef risotto was absolutely delicious, nothing like anything I've seen before. Lamb was cooked..."
Natasha Caccioppoli
"Have only been here once before but a great place to go if you like sharing and tasting lots of different items. We ordered too many carbs so got..."
Jayna Patel
"Highly recommend this Italian restaurant. Various choices in dishes full of different flavours. So delicious! Will be going back for more..."
J Isla
"Italian Giants Ombra, certainly impresses with its selection of tapas and drinks.Kicking off with a robust shot of caffe had me primed for..."
Medium_Rare
"Great service, attentive and efficient. Such a good vibe, small busy and beautiful decoration. Ordered polenta and pizzette, so delicious! Simple but..."
Assalazarian
"Went to Ombra for the first time today and thought their menu had a really nice selection and actually quite cheap!I had the Rosemary, sea..."
Jessica Teasdale
"Came here with two friends who are Wellingtonians who recommended this place. Its an Italian tapas restaurant with a modern clean layout and friendly..."
FoodiePhysician
"Ombra is best enjoyed as an experience, not a meal. The mood, people, decor and tapas-style menu lend the restaurant the air of a homey, relaxing..."
Audra Lord
"Unfortunately on my last visit here was with a vegetarian, whilst I'm lactose intolerant, so it was hard to find dishes we would both enjoy. However,..."
Josh
"Loved the venison meatballs the flavours were just so clever and well balanced. Would have loved the meatball to be a bit less dense. The eggplant..."
Lex Antony Huang
"Beautiful food, friendly staff and warm atmosphere...."
Newtownboys
"This place has the most beautiful food. I have been back several times. I have recommended this place to multiple people. Despite the..."
Kimmie W
"I REALLY wish there was a 6 out of 5 rating for this place, because Ombra really is my favourite restaurant in Wellington.   I've been so many times..."
Anna Garland
"Went here for breakfast with the wife on New Year's Day - great wait staff. He quickly pointed out the hazelnut filled donuts weren't available but..."
JaimeC
"Went to Ombra on a spur of the moment foodie whim and was richly rewarded with one of the best evenings ever. All the food was exquisite and..."
BKL
"Hands down best Italian cuisine in Wellington I've had so far! We arrived at Ombra around 9pm, a time I'd normally consider late for dinner...."
Sophia
"Awesome place for little plates of Italy. Has Peroni on tap;) Great ambiance and vibe. Helpful and friendly staff. In a great location in Central..."
Melanie Kolman
"Loved the food and customer service. Such a beautiful and unique experience???? The food for me was something I had never tried and I'm not really..."
Gina Matenga
"I had a fantastic late night dinner here with some friends. They were very accomodating when we rang up and requested a table at 9.30pm. The food was..."
Heather Scott
"Just loved the food, there was variety, and everything was extremely tasty. I would highly recommend others to visit.  Staff were most helpful, many..."
Annie Alder
"Great service, excellent food, and a really good atmosphere. The venison meatballs were exquisite, and the risotto was delicious and all finished of..."
Isaac Prentice
"Really nice food! However we were sitting near the door which closes really slowly letting in a whole lot of cold air, and the server was slightly..."
Harry Chapman
"Absolutely delighted with the food. Fresh, flavourful, simple, bursting with flavours. After eating here, it's easy to understand why this place is..."
Wilson Chau
"Ombra has an Old World charm that made us feel at home right away. This was further reinforced by the warm, friendly but unobtrusive service. The..."
Minnie Sarmiento Tabilog
"Popular for a reason - service, food and good wine selection.Last Sat night, arrived just after 6 pm, it was packed with diners and drinkers; it..."
Joyce Tam
"Love this place. Great food at reasonable prices and really attentive staff. Can't recommend highly enough. Went with 2 fussy eaters and everyone was..."
Sue McRae
"Went to Ombra with the dark rider last night.Busy and crowded but that didnt stop us being seated after a moderate wait at the bar. The..."
Mhairead Connor
"I went to Ombra for the first time in November to catch up with some girl friends and we just loved the atmosphere and nibbly food so much that we..."
Flora Gotlieb
"I was astounded to read the review re bad service etc. I visited Ombra for the first time last Sat after a great review from a friend. It was..."
Louise
"Great building and atmosphere - buzzing on a Friday night. Friendly and efficient staff. Food was delicious. A wide range of small plates to choose..."
Heather Kirkman
"Took my neice who is a uni student there for a treat and we were not disappointed. The food and service were excellent - the best I have had in..."
Madhu
"AMAAAZING!Friendly helpful service and great atmosphere.The food was great, my favourite the Baccala Crostino and the Saffron..."
Emily
"Superb meal, lots to choose from and share. Petit dishes allowed me to pick several to try and each one was beautifully presented and sensational..."
Mariana Andrews
"luuvved the bustling busy but accommodating hype of Ombra. Kai was superb and fun. Definitely going back and recommending to others. The Italian..."
Ata
"I was surprised by amazing food and very friendly service at Ombra last night. At a Wednesday night we had to wait for a table, while having a drink..."
Lindap
"If you are after something different then this is the place. Small italian tapas. With a large variety of dishes to cater for all..."
Rosemary Young
"Did not disappoint. Best Italian food I have had in Wellington - must try the lamb and rosemary meatballs. Will definitely be going back to try..."
Amelia McMaster
"Do it! Go there! Finally Tapas is a happening thing in Wellington.People are good, Prosecco is good, Peroni is good, have fun enjoy and do..."
David Howard
"The food here is amazing! Small tasty plates, and enough to keep the vegetarians happy. such a nice way to eat, and it often works out really cheap..."
Mary Jane Thomas
"This place cooks seriously delicious food. It is in the style of a venetian bacaro, the food comes in small servings so you order a selection to go..."
Sophie Hunter
"This is a very cool spot to come with friends for relaxed shared dining. All the food we had was yummy, small portions but fine for 3 of us to share..."
Gillian Burrow
"This is such a cool bar. Come here a lot with friends, the kai is reka (tasty) and the wine list is good. Interesting and not the usual selection..."
Kai Luv
"Stopped by for a solo dinner and they were able to seat me at the bar (which I prefer anyway) pretty quickly. Staff was friendly, and the food (a..."
Edgar Liu
"Went here for a Thursday lunch, luckily didn’t seem to need a booking. The service was fantastic. We were very well attended to, water was always..."
Isabella Clague
"Small, gets very busy. Meats very nice. They make a good mojito. Very nice meal. Not too aesthetics inside but good food. Delicious..."
Augustine De la Crouse
"Nice place and food was delicious. Very crowded and was lucky to find a place and didn't have to wait. The duck rissoto is a must try in my..."
Ivan Bien
"Very delicious food and such yummy drinks I love the music they play inside as well it lights up the atmosphere with its vibes if you are in new..."
Black Cherry
"Took my son for his birthday 🎂 love the shared plates vibe, beautiful flavorsome food, happy hour 😋 will definitely go..."
Heidi Kursteiner
"BEST restaurant in Wellington cbd. It is a must visit whenever I am there. The quality of the food is always top tier, cooked to perfection and the..."
Ju W
"Service was on point I'd say despite it being a Good Friday holiday. And of cos, the food was really awesome. We had the Flatbreads, Polenta Chips,..."
Eileen Lui
"Excellent food and very friendly staff. Atmosphere was lovely and relaxed for dinner. We were there for a friends birthday, and the staff even let us..."
Kate Strawbridge
"Food was awesome. Absolutely love the Gnocchi, and Tiramisu. They don't have mocktails in the menu, but you can request the staff to make them and..."
Aulia Perdue (Luoxqi)
Goods
93/100 (275 ratings)
Coffee & Tea
Coffee & Tea
Bakeries
Quick Bites
European
Cafe
European
Cafe
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegetarian Friendly
Lunch
Brunch
Breakfast
Sit down
Café
European
Seating
Wheelchair Accessible
Highchairs Available
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Brunch
Breakfast
Lunch
Mid-range
"Fantastic pastries and nice coffee. It's a small but cosy place that has only a few tables (and the place is usually very crowded); so it can happen..."
Mahnaz
"Cute little coffee place I loved during my short stay in Wellington: best coffee I had (and I tried most of the suggested places in the city Center)..."
Martina Zonta
"Love this place from when it first opened as Doppio. The pastries are the best. I always get the Black Sesame Seed Koign-Amman and my daughter always..."
Laila Faisal
"Cute little cafe! Only two cookies on offer for the gluten free selection, but as to be expected as it’s a bakery. Tried the brownie cookie which..."
Nicole Webb
"Super cozy and with really good French style pain au..."
Dan Witting
"Whether you are wanting delicious pastries or well prepared coffee, goods has it all. The fine folk are incredibly friendly and prompt, and they..."
Chris Sharpe
"this place is the ultimate hideaway which i never even knew existed until a friend took us here. iced oat latte was on the more expensive side;..."
Sarah Burkitt
"Top cinnamon bun! Great sourdough and coffee too. Highly recommend this little local bakery, tucked away in a gorgeous old..."
Wendy Parsons
"It's a small café tucked away down a lane near the Tinakori/Glenmore/Bowen intersection, but clearly known to locals as it was full at 11:45am on a..."
Lady Lemon
"The cafe is just down the road from me and I love to come in when I have readings to do for university as the atmosphere is lovely to study in (it's..."
ronamov
Goldmine Co
93/100 (304 ratings)
Restaurants
Vegan Options
Cafe
European
European
New Zealand
Cafe
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Breakfast
Lunch
Brunch
Drinks
Sit down
Café
New Zealand
European
Free Wifi
Accepts Credit Cards
Dog Friendly
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Street Parking
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Drinks
Brunch
Breakfast
Lunch
Mid-range
"The service was good, the food was good and the coffee was excellent. In fact, the food was so good that I actually ate all of it before I had a..."
Peter S
"Recently had a lovely weekend brunch with a friend here. The food was delicious and well presented, the service excellent, the coffee..."
Georgina Guscott
"Red rabbit coffee, aka the best coffee (oat flat white) made perfectly. Smaller menu but decent portions. The whole table enjoyed every last bit of..."
Emily-Sian Hislop
"I remember reading the Stuff news article about the new owners at Goldmine. It sounded promising. Then the article about how the burst sewage pipe..."
Adrian Woodliffe
"French toast was the go to here. The orange citrus went very well with the sweet maple syrup, bacon and egg. Great customer service and espresso and..."
Fletcher Ross
"Cheese Scone Review : Traditional kiwi cheese scone, tastes like your mother would have made. No herbs or cayenne, quite a lot of cheese. Dense..."
Richard Mayston
"Excellent service, lovely menu and top coffee. Enjoyed a great Saturday lunch here, complete with a gorgeous cinnamon bun for dessert..."
Marissa Carter
"My husband and I thoroughly enjoyed our breakfast at Goldmine Co this morning. Good coffee, good food and very friendly..."
Nicolene Shaw
"Goldmine has become my new local. The food there is just fantastic and the coffee is great. Elisa and her team there provide a wonderful friendly,..."
Hamish Hesketh
"Solid spot for a bite and some great coffee! Very friendly..."
Chris Church
"Omg, this is amazing spot to have breakfast and brunch. I had a French Omelette with smoked fish. And the coffee beans are..."
Olga S
"We came to the city all the way from Boston. By the time we arrived at Goldmine Co. they were just closing the kitchen. Asif held the kitchen open..."
Chad Hunter
"This place is back in excellent form. I particularly recommend the almond croissant. Great coffee..."
Peter Kelly
"Really good coffee, and nice..."
Joe McGeever-Heap
The Larder
92/100 (1031 ratings)
Restaurants
International
Cafe
Cafe
European
Gluten Free Options
New Zealand
International
European
Vegan Options
New Zealand
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Brunch
Dinner
Lunch
After-hours
Breakfast
Pork
Toasts
Pancakes
Omelette
Pasta
Salad
Meatballs
Chili
Octopus
Duck
Chocolate mousse
Crepes
Risotto
Quail
Salmon
Croque Madame
Cakes
Burger
Lamb
Prawns
Pesto
Beef
Fish
Sit down
Café
International
New Zealand
European
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Highchairs Available
Accepts Credit Cards
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Reservations
Dinner
Lunch
Brunch
After-hours
Breakfast
Mid-range
"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..."
Kirsten S
"Such a joy to be at The Larder today. The kitchen team excelled - if you haven't been lately- it's worth treating yourself. And if the Confit duck is..."
Kaz H
"Went in search of Wellington's best cheese souffle, and we found it. Most delicious meal I've had out for a while. Accompanying salad was perfectly..."
Holly Robinson
"We were in the area for the Weta tours and popped in to grab a quick bite prior, and it was so good we went back for lunch. I don’t have photos..."
Lily
"Good place to have brunch and the food selection good. But asked for poached eggs that were not so runny but they came out quite runny. Seemed..."
Laurence Chiu
"Outstanding WOAP 23 burger. Tasty blood orange Kombucha too. Thanks Larder..."
Nicholas Cooper
"Great food, the chef is definitely a champion. But we found some things overpriced (especially the sides). Each time I come, I wonder how much I..."
Sophie Black
"Likely one of Wellingtons better seasonal food restaurants for fine dining. Have eaten here on five occassions and each time has been an excellent..."
Graeme Wooller
"Went out of our way to find somewhere great for a special birthday lunch - not disappointed in any way. Worth travelling across Wellington for...."
Charlie Lear
"It's an amazing breakfast place, just within working distance if you are visiting the Weta Cave. The food was delicious with beautiful plating. The..."
BYZM
Grace Patisserie
92/100 (302 ratings)
Dessert
Restaurants
French
Cafe
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Fusion
Fusion
European
Cafe
French
Asian
Breakfast
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Lunch
Brunch
Drinks
Café
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Fusion
European
Parking Available
Free Wifi
Takeout
Reservations
Seating
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Brunch
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
Cheap Eats
"Beautiful little place on Tory St. The food was gorgeous and tasty. Will recommend to everyone..."
Rose Ariana
"The Egg - this year’s WOAP best festival dish winner! Well deserved as it looked and tasted incredible..."
Maggie Cheung
"Our first time visiting and we were in cloud 9 from this amazing experience!! Very stoked to be able to try their WOAP dessert 'The Egg'...."
Serena Poon
"I have been to Grace's a couple of times now and both times I have been thrilled by the sight of their beautiful dessert cakes. They are all a work..."
PhillipYee
"This has to be one of my favourite place for dessert in Wellington. I will definitely visit again when I have the chance to! I tried Choux which was..."
~ S
"Pretty, clean and cozy place, I love the flower arrangement along the wall. All the desserts and pastries look stunning. I had the high tea and it..."
Emily
"A visit to Grace Patisserie is always fun and special. Definitely a go to place for cakes. Not only do they look good, they taste great too in a..."
Joa
"My first visit to this beautifully styled Cafe with pastel tones and peaceful environment, I must say I was very impressed . The food looked amazing,..."
Linda Cutche
"Oh my god!! How's amazing dessert!! Brilliant presentation foods and decorations. My husband give them 5 stars even he is not a sweet person. We will..."
Rui Lau
"What beautiful desserts! Every single one of them is no less than a piece of art. The flavours, finishing and texture are just wow. I took home some..."
Saipriya Krishna
"First time went to Grace Patisserie and will definitely keep coming back! Lovely service. One of the best almond croissant I’ve ever had! Earl grey..."
Winnie Felicia Gunawan
"So happy that we discovered this lovely dessert cafe. This is exactly what Wellington needed. We have tried something different on the menu every..."
Hugo Bosman
"I took my midwife in for a Thank You High Tea. She loved all the food so much. Food was absolutely divine. I accidentally spilled all my mocktails..."
Alychia Chan
"Lovely place. Such nice macarons (especially pink one!) Taste like eating a mouthful of roses. Coffee was also very good..."
Clay Park
"Best cafe / patisserie I've been to. Absolutely exquisite pastries , they were works of art, so many delicious flavours to choose from. And they..."
Jewel R
Ortega Fish Shack
92/100 (3039 ratings)
Restaurants
European
Seafood
European
New Zealand
New Zealand
Seafood
Healthy
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
After-hours
Dinner
Lunch
Dumplings
Octopus
Pasta
Salad
Ceviche
Chocolate mousse
Crab
Crepes
Scallops
Crawfish
Duck
Catfish
Oyster
Risotto
Pesto
Tuna
Fish
Salmon
Sashimi
Pork
Prawns
Beef
Sit down
Healthy
Seafood
New Zealand
European
Accepts Credit Cards
Seating
Table Service
Serves Alcohol
Gift Cards Available
Reservations
Full Bar
Dinner
After-hours
Lunch
Fine Dining
"We recently held a private function in the upstairs dining room at Ortega. The food and service were both excellent. The wait staff were good at..."
Susan Maree
"Absolutely love the food here & I couldn't recommend this place enough. The meals are on point, the duck fat potatoes a must as are their crepes for..."
Amy McNamara
"It isn’t any wonder this little restaurant is in the top five seafood restaurants in Wellington New Zealand. From the moment you walk through the..."
Kathie Edmond
"Always amazing food, amazing service, have been coming here for years and again our dinner last night did not disappoint! Best fine dining in..."
Sarah Jane
"Best seafood restaurant in Wellington. Crayfish ravioli and snapper ragout were delicious! The seafood broth was also amazing. Service was very..."
Brooke Kana
"Another fine meal at our favourite Wellington restaurant! Great food and wonderful service. Our waiter was pleasantly attentive and made excellent..."
Raewyn Bucklow
"Casual and lively venue. Food is lovely , well prepared and presented. Creative wine list, incl range of sherries. Staff were friendly and attentive...."
Mark Swinchatt
"Might just be the best meal I'e had out in years. Food-exquisite. Staff-awesome. Vibe- casual... But... Um.. I can't put my finger on it. Perfect..."
Otis Frizzell
"Outstanding experience. From the minute you walk in. No table available (we had not booked) but there is some seating at the bar. Great to be able to..."
Dennice Kay Scannell
"My first visit to Wellington from Auckland and the first restaurant I tried in this lovely city. Absolutely beautiful food (the salmon was amazing!)..."
Tania Paul
"I'd say its one of the best meals I have ever had. Hands down great service, great food, great drinks, Perfect night out. HIGHLY..."
Troy Stevenson
"Husband and I dined in for Valentines and the service was slick and top-notch! The vibe was homely and entertaining. The food sensational! Seafood..."
Larissa Deana Carlson
"Had a fantastic meal at Ortega last night. There was a slight mix up with the meals meaning one came out 5 mins before the other. We weren't bothered..."
Kelly Fleming
"We had the best time at Ortega on Saturday! Wonderful food and fabulous service, can’t wait to come..."
Melanie Tsakmakis
"Outstanding quality food. The service was friendly and the staff had a detailed knowledge of the wines and food. Super impressed with the wine..."
Tayler Nguyen
"Fantastic food! We really enjoyed every dish! The red snapper with bacon broth! 🤤 and I’ve no idea how they get that octopus so tender. If..."
Richard Griffiths
"Long overdue review of Ortega. This is based on when we visited in January. We are creatures of habit so we came here 2 nights in a row after a..."
Tamami Naito-Badessa
"Absolutely outstanding restaurant. After being turned away from several restaurants due to it being after 9pm Friday night, we tried Ortega. The..."
Kate Cunningham
"Booking in advance is recommend. The best seafood restaurant in Welly. One of the side dish must try is broccoli with freekeh and olive..."
Vincent Ho
"This restaurant was amazing! The service was excellent and the food was up there with the best we have had and we like to eat out a lot :) Highly..."
Sam
"Fantastic seafood restaurant. Extensive wine list and range of other drinks. Snapper and octopus both cooked to perfection. Crepes were probably the..."
Kate Edwards
"A Brasserie without peer in Wellington🤩 Table service from Nicole was faultless. Food presentation perfect. Snapper as a main didn't quite work...."
John Swan
"Ortega was a recommendation from an Auckland chef and we were not disappointed. Firstly, the staff were exemplary, friendly, knowledgeable and..."
Denise Robinson
"An unforgettable evening with Davey and the rest of the team. The seafood has been some of the best I have ever had, the oysters and ceviche were..."
Jordan Wilkes
Egmont Street Eatery
92/100 (1793 ratings)
Restaurants
European
New Zealand
New Zealand
International
Gluten Free Options
International
Vegan Options
European
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Brunch
Drinks
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Lamb
Pancakes
Bruschette
Fish
Salad
Pork
Salmon
Stracciatella
Burger
French Toast
Toasts
Beef
Cakes
Sit down
European
International
New Zealand
Serves Alcohol
Reservations
Gift Cards Available
Full Bar
Accepts Credit Cards
Seating
Table Service
Drinks
Brunch
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"Hold onto your jimmies cause this place is bloody amazing. Everything tasted like it came from the kitchen of the gods. The pancakes were so light..."
Nicole Wong
"Taken here for my birthday dinner and had the lamb after the spiced nuts. Love the seasonal approach! Great wine list too. Attentive friendly service..."
Francesbutler64
"This is one of my favourite places to go for drinks and nibbles in wellington. The cocktails are delicious, they have a seasonal menu but if you are..."
Kate.mcpherson123
"So yum!! We went here to find donuts and we sure did 😍 lemon meringue and salted caramel popcorn. Really cool little spot for coffee as..."
Bayley
"Tasty food in this little place. Not massive servings which is nice. Friendly service and helpful. We sat outside which was noisy but better than..."
Bex Ellis
"Staff were very friendly and attentive. The food was delicious. The tables are quite close together which doesn't allow for much private..."
Barbara
"Amazing every time. The rice cakes are so great. The passion fruit tart was also delicious. Always great food and service. It’s very cool how every..."
Jazz
"The food was delicious and service was top notch! You can't go past the loaded fries! Highly recommend dinner here but make sure you book as it's a..."
Megha Dogra
"We were here for dinner on a weekday. Food was beautifully cooked. Angus beef cheek braised to tender perfection, not sure if the peanut pesto on top..."
AJ
"Nice place for a brunch.We came in at 11ish and it was nearly full. We could either order the food from the menu or from the cabinet. The food..."
Shirley Yu
"Delicious! Sunday brunch (@12.30pm), a short wait, offered a coffee while waiting but it didn't arrive, never mind. We were asked again when seated..."
Neat Eats
"••• Protein-Fixed •••I LOVED it & MY tummy LOVED it. Highly Recommended! Well Done & Thank You (both customer service + foods)..."
MarvellousSeven
"This was a Zomato find when we needed somewhere to eat close to our accomodation. Man was it a find! I got the lamb for breakfast and I could have..."
Jocheli015
"Cute cafe. I only tried their doughnut but it was a bit bland tasting. The meringue was light and chewy and gives it a nice refined sweetness that..."
Travels4Food
"Best service in Wellington, great menu whether it's brunch, lunch or dinner and the atmosphere is pretty good too. You always leave satisfied...."
Jocelyn Simpson
"Finally tried out this classic Wellington establishment, and it definitely lived up to expectations! We dined over lunch, ordering the fish tacos and..."
Sonia Giles
"Fantastic fresh food offering and service very slick. I always enjoy the atmosphere here and the staff are all very friendly and helpful. Try..."
Ronald Blunt
"Great looking venue, the staff are excellent and the chef knows his stuff, the buttermilk chicken burger is just ridiculously good and the bacon bap..."
Mark Reynolds
"Nice place and I love the deco. The menu has some interesting items and I tried the smoked eel with rice cake. It was interesting but not exciting..."
Christian
"Great breakfast - I had the smoked hash potatoes with black pudding and slow egg. The extra sides are expensive but well worth getting. The cold ice..."
Amit Tripuraneni
"Down an alleyway in the heart of Wellington, Egmont St Eatery is a cool, small side bar serving bar snacks, share style dishes and great coffee and..."
Postcards From Peta
"An innovative menu that is executed well, as evidenced by four plates eaten stark clean of every morsel. I had the special of yellow fin tuna with my..."
Eatwithmyfoodsafari
"The great food made up for the not so great service, food was also awesomely presented but we had had to wait for at least 20 minutes before we were..."
Bigmuncher
"A+ food and ambience but service was far from on satisfactory. We waited a good 20 min before being given menu and water. AOK i ordered was delicious..."
::: Diner01 :::
"Best wagyu. Thin cuts. I was looking for a good one that could match my experience in steakhouse in SFO. Ample portions. Their focus is on the food...."
Kaushik Som
"I was a skeptic when the place opened, it got too many good reviews and I thought it would be too good to be true. I was so wrong.We went for..."
Sina Tupou
"Great design, cosy feel, good service - and most importantly, the food was incredible. The chefs, visible from the dining area, obviously enjoyed..."
Bronwyn Clark
"Came here for brunch yesterday and I was really impressed with its simple yet elegant interior design. It was very busy when my friend and I arrived..."
Foooodie Explorer
"Stumbled upon this hidden gem fresh off the plane. Beautiful breakfast menu and damn good coffee. Enjoyed eggs and bacon which was very tasty. Fresh..."
Melanie Kolman
"Had the Charred Broccolini with carrot puree,  fried egg, roasted tomatoes, sourdough and pork floss for brunch the other morning. Was probably the..."
Albert Hailes
"It took me far too long to eat here and it won't be as long a wait between visits. Only came in for brunch but the food was top notch. The use of..."
Josh
"Brunch on Sunday. We arrived about 12pm and they were busy, almost full. We had cinema tickets for 1pm so asked about the wait. They we're helpful in..."
Sean P E Fleming
"Arrived for breakfast after a reccomedation. Easy to find down the lane, nice spot. A sleek, modern & professional while still remaining welcoming...."
Coffee Lover
"Came here for dinner and I got the KFC burger which was delicious, chicken was cooked and battered beautifully and the sauce complemented and brought..."
Matt Jeng
"My first time at Egmont this morning for brunch and it was amazing!! Super friendly and attentive staff, got a table straight away, warm and not too..."
Kyla R
"Food is fantastic and they make arguably the best french toast in town. Have been back several times and am always impressed with the service and..."
Aimee Bell
"After three years in Wellington, my sister is finally moving back to Auckland, but before she relocates, I made one last eating frenzy trip before my..."
Amy @ My Dining Journey
"Came here with a bunch of work mates on a weekday bout 8:00pm.  We ordered entrees and mains.  We waited about 45 minutes for the entrees and was a..."
John Chin
"Love this place. All the dishes I tried were really nice. The burger and market fish were really nice. They're pretty busy though so it takes awhile..."
Jenny
"Perfect spot for brunch or coffee! The summer brown was delicious and the homemade granola was served nicely with fresh summer fruits. Service was..."
Angela Liu
"New cafe in town! Went and ordered spinach and mushroom toast with avocado on the side. For drinks a simple favourite trim flatwhite.The..."
Vogue Foodie
"Delicious food and wonderful service. I really liked that you could get all wine in a carafe size, for when I don't want to drink the whole bottle..."
Debbie Rogers
"Came here to try the winner of burger welly for 2015. At nearly $20 alone for the burger I was initially a little hesitant but it did live up to..."
Vicki Wong
"I very much enjoyed my coffee and scone here! The coffee may have been the best I've had in Wellington (so I purchased another) and the scone was of..."
John BP
"The best seat in the house is on the pass overlooking the compact kitchen. The ham& cheese croquette is crisp, light and lusciously oozy and..."
Jennifer Collinson
"Wellington admittedly doesn't move as fast as Auckland in the food scene so anything new is always exciting. The talk of town is Egmont Street..."
Wilson Chau
"It was Thursday lunch and date time with my mother. My poor mother really likes European cuisine but alas, my father has decided that a meal is..."
Grace Li
"I had a super tasty birthday lunch here a couple of weeks ago on my travels through NZ. Was recommended it by the staff at Memphis Belle coffee shop..."
Sean
"I wish I didn't rate the other restaurants so highly so this could take the highest. Truly amazing experience. The food (Sichuan 1/2 chicken w/..."
Dalton Harris
"Great little cool place to go after work on any day of the week.Menu was a bit small but the burger was awesome.We ordered the chicken..."
Hubert Cheng
"Winners of the annual WOAP burger, my expectations were high. The burger looked pretty standard however the taste was AWESOME it was super..."
Medium_Rare
"Have been here a few times now for dinner. Must say, it's so dang good. The lamb ribs are to die for, flavour town galore! The Welly on a plate..."
Miss K
"The food takes me back to my home town of London for some reason. The Food was simple but clearly used the best ingredients and was well presented...."
Richard
"Good stuff Egmont Street Eatery for nabbing the title for Wellington on a Plate - Best Burger 2015. I must admit, I did enjoy the burger and good on..."
LucyGoosey
"Popped in here for lunch last Sunday and the place was packed which I find is either sign that they serve good food or it's the in place to be. I..."
RaeRae
"Been twice, love the presentation and the food. On the second occasion the service let things down. Slow, and when avocado was off the menu I was..."
Hamish.rutherford
"Popped in on a cold, wet morning for brunch. Three of us went with the grilled sandwiches(ham/cheese, spinach/mushroom and the Flank steak pide)plus..."
Simon Kearsley
"Egmont Street Eatery is a hidden gem, well not so hidden given its name is the street it is located on. It's a very quaint little place..."
Mind The Crumbs
"I came here for breakfast on a Sunday with my partner, the place was busy so we were lucky to get a seat. The tables were close together so we..."
Claz
"A newbie but a goodie! Had brunch here last Sunday after much anticipation having had to listen to what felt like EVERYONE in Wellington talking..."
Chris Carabine
"Egmont street - "egmont street?" I hear you say - where the hell is egmont street? Well this little backwater between Leeds street and Taranaki has..."
Duncan Galletly
"Came here for a work dinner tonight and it was awesome. We chose it because it's a new place in town and no one had eaten her yet. So glad we did...."
Jordan Morrice
"This new little eatery definitely fills the gap in what we need in Wellington.   Do not expect your usual big fry up of bacon and eggs here for..."
Rosemary Young
"I hadn't been to Egmont Eatery for a while and noticed the interior decor and layout had changed which looked amazing. The service was top-notch. I..."
Haydi Foster
"The cornbread is so good I went back for brunch twice in one week. Great service, lovely place to sit with coffee and food and a book. Accommodated a..."
Kate McNeil
"Had a great experience here while visiting Wellington. The place was busy so we took bar stools by the kitchen, which I would recommend as the chef..."
Jamie Cullen
"Food was really lovely, especially the gnocchi. The fries were not fries, they were more wedges of different shapes and sizes - some on the cusp of..."
S H
"My partner and I had a fantastic dinner at Egmont Street Eatery. The service was beyond amazing and the food was excellent. Did I mention the staff..."
B M
"A lovely lunch was enjoyed at Egmont Street Eatery by myself, along with my husband and two of our adult kids. We booked online and were seated..."
Lisa Kingsbeer
"Loved every bite! Great food. Everything was cooked to perfection. Delicious entrees. But the highlight of the dinner were beef and pork - simply to..."
Snjezana Lipovac
"I don’t know why it took me so long to try this place out! Stellar food, strong coffee and outstanding service. We enjoyed the smoked potato hash..."
Melissa Wells
"We came in for dinner last night and the menu was fantastic. The crudo was my absolute favourite with the flavours balanced beyond perfection but I..."
Samantha Jones
"Everything was cooked to perfection at the Egmont Street Eatery. The steak was the best, the fish was soft and tender. The side potatoes, the starter..."
Irina Iris
"Down an alleyway in the heart of Wellington, Egmont St Eatery is a cool, small side bar serving bar snacks, share style dishes and great coffee and..."
Peta McConachie (Postcards from Peta)
"Wonderfull service and delicious food. The waffles were very filling. Great spot for brunch would highly..."
Alex Shepherd-Reynolds
"We had great breakfast. Delicious cheese scone and my bbq baked beans were great too. You should add some mushrooms for..."
Markus A. Wolf
"Great service. Great food. Easily one of the top restaurants in Wellington. Recently won burger on a plate and bar tender of the year. We keep coming..."
Damian
"Egmont Street Eatery is a place that knows how to do the simple things really really well, and their WOAP Saigon Smash burger is a study in sumptuous..."
Mitchell Bidois
"I've seen some of their pastries at my daily coffee shop and they always highly recommended Egmont Street Eatery, didn't disappoint at all. Had a..."
Simon Li
Cafe Panama
91/100 (1617 ratings)
Restaurants
European
Cafe
Cafe
European
Lunch
Brunch
Breakfast
Sit down
Café
European
Seating
Brunch
Breakfast
Lunch
Cheap Eats
"My wife and I love coming here and this time we hadn’t been in for a whileMy wife ordered the omelette and I went for the low carb breakfast,..."
Tim 51
"Cute little cafe with great food at an extremely reasonable price! A little bit hard to discover with it being tucked away on Taranaki St but glad..."
Rachel Lee
"Me and my wife love this place. The food is always excellent. In fact, no matter how many times I come here, I always leave saying to myself how..."
Russell Hodgson
"I was very impressed with the food, the staff and the ambiance.  Great upbeat music which set me up for a good day.  I will definitely be back for..."
Willie Darwin
"Very rare I say a place is memorable. What Cafe Panama has going for itself, is its genuine homeliness. It's quirks and religious fixations contrast..."
Mana
"This place is awesome. I love their coffee , they have good cabinet food durning the week made with love and care and there brunch menu is simple..."
Kavita Darji
"I thank myself every time I come here.My friend and I walked in here for the first time a few weeks ago not expecting too much as their prices..."
Victoria Saunders
"Went in for brunch on a whim. Great price, great food, great service. Couldn't fault it! I got the pancakes, $13 and it came with all the fixings,..."
Megan Wix
"I find it really hard to get a consistently good long black, but I've been coming here and it's always spot on. The staff are really friendly and I..."
Jocelyn
"Went through for breakfast with no real expectations; other than to deposit some decent grub and allow a bit of caffeine to wash away the scent of a..."
Kirnal
"The first thing that comes to mind is value you for money. You only have to look at the price of their lasagna, $9.00 for a slab the size of a..."
Bob
"Very busy but staff were still speedy with service which is always a plus. Food is amazing, but prefab never disappoints. Fresh produce, amazing..."
Amy W
"Two of us arrived here at 12:15pm today on Monday. It’s a big restaurant but all the tables were taken except some chairs at a high table. They..."
Akiko
"We were looking for a place to have breakfast this morning. We got here and we were really surprised by the elegance of the place. We ordered eggs +..."
Deea L
"Wonderful. Very attentive staff. Very popular.strong own roasted coffee. Also a bakery. Highly..."
Paul Collins
"This is a masterclass on how to run a cafe! The interior is super cool with expansive seating available. We didn’t have any issues getting a table..."
Luke
"Architecturally a beautiful designed space. Large open plan with plenty of seating. Wheelchair and stroller accessible. Washrooms too. Great homemade..."
A Bahrij
"Delicious food, I love that the waitress suggested I could get a half..."
Tamara Smart
"The best coffee in Wellington! Salad was delicious too and service was quick efficient and friendly. A must visit..."
Cherie Stevenson
"Great vibes, lots of seating but very busy! It’s easy to see why, the coffee was well made, their food are not too adventurous but that’s not a..."
Jerry Wong
"A bit loud with music. Avocado was not ripe. Food was..."
Linda Park
Jano Bistro
91/100 (1174 ratings)
Restaurants
French
Gluten Free Options
International
Vegan Options
European
New Zealand
European
New Zealand
Vegetarian Friendly
International
French
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Dinner
Salmon
Lamb
Fish
Pork
Beef
Duck
Sit down
French
International
New Zealand
European
Seating
Table Service
Serves Alcohol
Wine and Beer
Gift Cards Available
Accepts Mastercard
Accepts Visa
Private Dining
Reservations
Dinner
Fine Dining
"So we had the degustation meal $110 supposedly 7 courses. We also opted for the $55 wine matching with the courses.1.Starter of salmon with..."
Megha Dogra
"Been there 3 times over the last year: hands down to the creativity of the menu of this place. Shot to the Chef: what a talented man! Amazing..."
Brainless Foodie
"Having heard many great things about Jano Bistro, we weren't disappointed. Welcomed by the owner and waiter - the menu was explained kindly and..."
Meg
"Our dinner at Jano Bistro was a testament to classic bistro style dining. Simple exquisite dishes, done to perfection. The Jano Tasting Plate gave a..."
Christopher Tran
"Last night I went to Jano on Willis Street with three lovely friends. You may be looking puzzled and pondering where on earth Jano is in Wellington?..."
Muffin Mum
"I had the pleasure of eating at Jano this week. I had not read any reviews of the place so was unsure what to expect. I did look at the online menu..."
TheFoodGonzo
"Absolutely fantastic. We had the degustation menu with matched wines, and the flavours were simply amazing. Attentive service from knowledgeable..."
EpiCurious
"A amazing surprise in Wellington: a real 5Stars restaurant.the service was great, competent and courteous. The ambient is elegant,  tidy&clean..."
Elena Elisewin
"The little two storey cottage at the top of aro St has seen some good and bad restaurants in its time. Jano is one of the better ones. It's also been..."
Duncan Galletly
"I was lucky enough to be taken to dinner at Jano and thoroughly enjoyed the experience. The ambience was warm and welcoming. I had the cauliflower..."
Alicia McQuade
"Had dinner here on Thursday with a small group of 6 people.  Everyone loved their dishes, they were beautifully presented and for the complexity of..."
Justine Hall
"Fabulous food, great service. A night to be remembered. Thank you for making our wedding anniversary special. Can't wait to go back soon. Thoroughly..."
Tania Huddart
"We had a delicious brunch at Jano and loved both the food and atmosphere..outside little courtyyard tables with fig and olive trees planted for..."
Chris Simpson
"Jano Bistro provides a memorable dining experience and rises well above the standard of the average Wellington fine dining restaurant.The..."
Frank
"This restaurant is a gem. Decor is fine clean lines with small items of interest on the walls. The menu is elite and out there. The food was..."
Anthea Raven
"Jano is amazing!  My partner and I had such an enjoyable evening here and would highly recommend it!We had a three course meal each and..."
Katie Zimmerman
"Went here as our first fine dining experience we didn't know what to expect. We ordered the valentines menu and it was.. well, different to what we..."
Aksadam De Leon
"We had a perfect Dinner on Christmas Eve here. The Chefs served us a wonderful 9 course dinner and each dish was delicious! If you have special..."
Marisa Frerichs
"The food was absolutely amazing. They got the vegetarian dish Perfect!!! I'd love to come..."
River Song
"What a place! Absolutely loved the atmosphere! The staff really took the time to make the experience unique. We got stepped through each meal and..."
Paul Beau
"Worth every penny that we spent! Out of the 3 chefs one was on holiday and the other two did a fantastic job serving us heavenly delights. The..."
Tanya L
"Amazing!!!!! Jano delivered a stunning meal with every dish being delicious and the wine pairing beautifully matched. This may be my new favorite..."
Lindsay Harn
"We enjoyed a lovely 9 course menu served by the chef on Christmas evening. It was an maxing experience with very good food. Great place for an..."
Luca Renner
"A beautiful 9 course degustation with great service and optional wine pairing. The menu changes based on seasonal produce. The chefs bring the food..."
Anton Bearsley
"This is an experience. Yes, it is expensive and you will spend over 2 hrs there, but the staff makes you feel special and you know that what you're..."
Vanda Vadná
"We went to Jano for the first time last weekend. I had heard really good things about this place. The tasting menu with matched wines was a memorable..."
Tahia Eaqub
Lamason Brew Bar
91/100 (1045 ratings)
Coffee & Tea
Coffee & Tea
European
"Visited yesterday by chance, good service ,ambience great 'flat white " equal to any I have had in wgton will visit..."
Kelvin Bradford
"best coffee ever ! i am from Romania , and can i say : in 44 years of my life is best coffee i ever drink-ed..."
Sorin Besnea
"I had a really great brunch at the Lamason Brew Bar this morning, everything we ordered had intricate mixes of flavour which forced you to slow down..."
Ben Stewart
"I miss Dave and the crew! The best coffee experience in Wellington... Loads of parking space available too!..."
Paul Swain
"Coffee is an artcraft in Wellington so it's not hard to find a good standard of Coffee. What sets Lamasons apart is its warm friendly, professional..."
Ian Thomas
"Very nice siphon..."
Charles Huang
"Awesome coffee..! The jalapeno scones and the date scones are a must try.... 🤩 A cup of coffee (or two)and a scone- Makes your tummy..."
Foodaholic
"I come here nearly every morning. Fast service and wait time even when super busy, also really great coffee. Super friendly and lovely staff. Highly..."
Pina Colada
"Want a non-snobby but snobbily good cup of coffee? Head to Lamason.I didnt know it existed having worked out of the cbd for over a year......."
Team Thomas
"You could easily pass by Lamason without noticing. I almost past by Lombard Street from Victoria Street. Lamason would be pretty incnospicuous from..."
Vivi S
"I just love the atmosphere! The staff all have a lively vibrant energy - enough to perk you up even before you've ordered! Great place to perch and..."
Crumpet King
"Hands down my favorite little cafe in Wellington. I normally never drink coffee here in NZ (I prefer Vietnamese) but the coffee here is so good I..."
Bea Nguyen
"Came here on friends recommendation for good coffee and their specialty Siphon. Firstly, loved the rustic hipster atmosphere of the cafe, hidden..."
Amy Peng
"Fantastic little hideaway, one of the places you have to know about to find, but well worth searching for it. Fantastic single origin syphon coffee..."
David
"Fantastic little cafe, hidden from the main stretch.  Though you don't need to search far/hard to find it.  The guys that work here are very..."
Ken Himu
"OK this has got to be the best coffee we've found this weekend and we've tried a few. We came here on a reccomedation from a guy in Hamilton and were..."
Coffee Lover
"Not sure I didn't give this joint a 5.0Impossible to find without being told to come here.zomato told me to come here!Great..."
Richard Roberts
"Amazing coffee - best I've had in ages. And I love that they put the savoury muffin (also delicious) in a toastie machine rather than in the..."
Petra Pearce
"Lamason is one of the few real citadels of coffee in Wellington. But can they make a cup of tea? This was my 14th stop, after Hangar, in search of a..."
Duncan Galletly
"One of the best coffees I've had, also one of the only places in Wellington to get syphon coffee which by the way is definitely something that should..."
Matt Jeng
"These guys hold it down on the coffee front, plus they have good chat. Tait the barista is a good lad and can do a hell of a coffee for a young gun,..."
James Ford
"Walked past and this dainty café caught my eye. Went in and the staff were down to earth and very friendly. They made us some awesome coffees and..."
Vivian
"Sick as toasties and a rad smokers area. 10/10 would bang.Hot sauce was cool. Flanders sucks Flanders sucks Flanders sucks Flanders..."
Ryan Thornley
"Cool, quaint cafe that is a bit hidden but it adds to its charm. The idea of having a full syphon bar is awesome. Tedious for the..."
Crissy
"Good one. Came across these guys on my coffee travels, really enjoyed the house blend through milk, rich, full flavoured and well made.The..."
Rucky
"Best coffee in town! Knowledgeable baristas, beautiful coffee every time, toasted sandwiches are delicious. Great place to go for a siphon coffee..."
Aimee Bell
"Love this little place the only negative is that it's closed on Sunday and isn't closer to my work! If you're after something a little different..."
Mind The Crumbs
"I love this place. The staff are friendly and helpful, and are always willing to explain how any of the cool coffee-making apparatuses work. The..."
Leah Hamilton
"It's not for nothing that Lamason is much-loved by its regulars. Although I hesitate to use the word "institution" (it's such a frumpy word when..."
Ira Morgan
"Fantasic cafe. Dave was super-friendly. Spent a good ten minutes chatting me. The flat white was awesome, really enjoyed the strong, yet balanced..."
Aidan
"My favourite place for coffee in ALL OF WELLINGTON.You never have to play the "who's on the machine?" game here. The coffee is consistently..."
Asymmetriq
"Fantastic fair trade coffee. The guys there are really friendly and it's a neat little place. Cheese scones toasted and buttered are to die for...."
Andrew Imms
"I've never seen anyone make unpressurized coffee (Siphon) like these guys before. Beautiful shop. Nice food. Great coffee!! I..."
Christie S
"Came here on a recommendation from a mate. No idea what to expect but this is a great spot. The baristas are friendly and greet their locals as they..."
Pat Satji
"One of the best cafe in town 🙌 tried the Ethiopian Guji in siphon and in love with it! Staffs are amazing, energetic and welcoming! Great place to..."
Winnie Felicia Gunawan
"It was my first time to visit Welly and I immediately headed down to what I’ve heard is one of the best cafes in the city... and I wasn’t..."
Dins R.
"cosy little cafe hidden in CBD, love sitting at the bar watching siphon making ! Staffs are very professional and introduce beans from different..."
Nic ZENG
"Some like to say that you never grow old if you manage to learn something new every day. A lesson for today is the black magic of coffee making with..."
Peter Kurdulija
"A great place to chill out or catch up with friends over a high quality coffee.. a variety of blends and single-originals to choose from. If you’ve..."
Jerry Wong
"In my humble opinion, this is easily the top 3 coffee shops in town though the barista claims to be the best ! A true barista experience with very..."
Dana Young
"First place I’ve been to that does siphon coffee as a standard option! Definitely the most reasonably priced siphon I’ve had as well. The staff..."
Michael McCarter
"Great coffee with espresso and soft brew options (syphon and v60) as well as cold drip. The best scones in town and the friendliest team n town...."
Ants Manbost (Antosaurus)
"Great quality of coffee!!!! i could relax so much. service are also amazing. popular coffee shop in..."
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Cafe Polo
91/100 (656 ratings)
Restaurants
Cafe
Contemporary
Contemporary
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Cafe
European
European
New Zealand
New Zealand
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Brunch
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Fish
Pork
Pancakes
Salad
Toasts
Burger
Halloumi
Cakes
Beef
Sit down
Contemporary
Café
European
New Zealand
Full Bar
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Outdoor Seating
Wheelchair Accessible
Takeout
Serves Alcohol
Highchairs Available
Brunch
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"Tasty and fresh food, loved the vegetarian breakfast with side of roast tomatoes. Great friendly service as always, and great fresh..."
Tehaunui
"Read a review while staying with my brother for the weekend which happened to be not far from where he lives. Turned out it was a favourite regular..."
WheresRu
"Called in this afternoon, by chance, as I was driving past looking for a quick takeaway bite to eat. Popped in to see if they did takeaway, which..."
Thomas Callan
"Delicious food we ordered specials off the board. Great service..."
Maralda Williams
"Lovely cozy’s sunny cafe with lots of inside seating. Coffee and tea great food perfect. Music play brilliant. A must! Staff are tops..."
A Bahrij
"Very professional set up, if you are ever in the Eastern suburbs this is a must check. Food very professionally done, even on a busy Saturday..."
Alastair van Boom
"23/3: Our third visit today with other friends and overall experience was very good. Cafe Polo consistently amazes us! See you next..."
Traveler88
"Cafe Polo is my go to! Great coffee, great food and wonderful atmosphere. Always feel welcome and love having such an awesome cafe so close to where..."
Karen Oldfield
"We like Polo. Good coffee. Tasty food. Friendly staff. What’s not to like. The photos show the vegetarian kedgeree with egg and smoked fish added...."
Geoff Bilbrough
"Easily the best cafe in Miramar. Helpful, friendly, attentive staff.... Amazing cabinet & menu food, daily specials.... And my personal favourite,..."
Si Craggs
Havana Bar And Restaurant
91/100 (1438 ratings)
Restaurants
Vegetarian Friendly
Bar
Cuban
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
European
Bar
Cuban
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
After-hours
Drinks
Dinner
Lunch
Lamb
Eggplant
Fish
Pork
Salad
Chili
Duck
Tapas
Prawns
Shrimp
Halloumi
Beef
Sit down
Cuban
Bar
Accepts Credit Cards
Outdoor Seating
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Accepts Mastercard
Wheelchair Accessible
Accepts Visa
Accepts American Express
Serves Alcohol
Live Music
Full Bar
Drinks
Dinner
Lunch
After-hours
Mid-range
" Cute dining area. The outdoor bar area is great to have a drink first before dinner. Tried the tasting menu which was delicious and reasonably..."
Lily_nz80
"interesting and fun vibes, the staff were also highly attentive and friendly. however, as the restaurant was full, we had to be moved to the bar..."
Hi
"I was recommended this place and it didn't disappoint. Right from the moment we walked in, where someone offered to take our coats you were made to..."
Bruce Mackintosh
"This was recommended by our hotel, and they were right on. They told us they had killer cocktails. So true. They told us it was funky and eclectic -..."
Megha Dogra
"Arrived at 7ish where all the bar was almost full. We grabbed some tapas and some drinks. All the food and drinks were fairly good. We loved the..."
Shirley Yu
"The coolest bar in nz! NOT a lot for vegans but the crushed potatoes, mushroom dish and YAMS were yummo went with 5 others who said their food was..."
Temptation Cakes Auckland
"Delicious food and lovely ambience. Definitely recommend the beef brisket! The sangria was very yummy. The decor was very cute and staff were very..."
Maggie Jaques
"My first time to be here having met some friends for a few drinks. It's a little gem that's hidden from the main thoroughfare, and I'm not surprised..."
DrJ G
"This unorthodox hidden gem is a well known secret and is located right behind campus. Coincidence? Went in with a group of friends on a regular..."
Mana
"A wedding anniversary treat.  We had heard so many good things about Havana we came with very high expectations and didn't have them..."
Philip Reeve
"Fantastic atmosphere and food. Great service. Highlights are definitely the braised cabbage, and the pork belly. 10/10 would go again! Not a bad word..."
Paul Stone
"What a neat little place for a night out. Great atmosphere and cool ambience with a VERY eclectic bunch of diners. We had two wines, a coffee and..."
Eleanor Purdey Smith
"Great live bands & spectacular cocktails, extensive menu of the classics and modern creations. Awesome fun vibe all round on any given night...."
Jay
"Tapas at Havana is as Wellington as it gets, it's also as good as it gets when it comes to modern uber cool dining. I'll keep this one short -..."
Kiwi Kelvin
"My BF and I had the fish, beef fillet skewers and pork cheek with mash for lunch, which cost $61 and both of us were only half full. I know they are..."
Carina Chang
"The tapas are delicious. This little bar has great vibe for a couple or small group. Service is always friendly and pretty prompt, we ordered our..."
Lee
"My partner and I had dinner and cocktails. Firstly we love Havana as a bar and the drinks are top knotch. The food was delicious I just wish the..."
Kate S
"The service was slick and friendly, and we had a great time sharing the various courses, without any arguments over who got what! For a large group..."
Andrew Turner
"Friendly, but busy waitstaff (Saturday night) who do not speak Spanish, wide selection of beverages in different price ranges. Small portions..."
Feather Davis
"Service was impeccable with wait staff not only professionally attendant but likable and personal. Despite gosling with a dozen others for a much..."
Beck
"Took hubby out for suprise birthday dinner. Tables were full when we arrived and was a bit of a wait. Was advised to order drink next door. Drinks..."
Sonya Kooiman
"I absolutely love this place, service is always great and the food is presented beautifully! It's hard to fault it, keep up the great..."
Richie G Wa
"Been a few times. Restaurant food and service both good but very busy. Good for groups but time consuming. Would recommend intimate dinners at the..."
CCb
"A nice quiet place with a homely ambiance, I really enjoyed dinner at Havana. The kai was delicious and the service was excellent. We had a couple of..."
Marcia Murray
"Had a girls night out here, and we could not find fault with any of the lovely tapas dishes. Two stand-outs were the aged beef skewers that were..."
Elizabeth Heeg
"Thoroughly enjoyed. Had Tapas and cocktails, was beautiful. The prawns tasted like I was in Argentina and the accents and service of the staff to..."
Emma Saunders
"I love this place, the food is delicious, the setting comfortable and stylish and the staff knowledgable, friendly and professional. They have a..."
Rose
"My partner and I came here over the weekend to celebrate two years together.We had been to Havana before as part of a very large group, and left..."
Jay E
"This is probably the best service I've had all year... not to mention fantastic food and a kick-ass wine list with some interesting Old World..."
Dean Cornish
"As vegetarians we chose this as it had options for us and we found the food generous, delicious and interesting. Was worth the 30 minute walk and we..."
Simon Drewery
"A group of six of us had lunch at Havana last Friday, and Havana put on a great performance for us.The lunch menu really is a series of..."
Paul Kulhavy
"Everything was amazing! I've been to Havana a few times for drinks and love the vibe and atmosphere there, but this is the first time i've eaten..."
Tess Dunford
"I walk past this place just about every day and finally got around to going. The service was excellent the decor extremely comfortable especially..."
Jason Milne
"I cant fault my evenings I have had at Havana bar recently. I love the new restaurant and they change the menu weekly with inspired seasonal fresh..."
Laura Wilson
"I adore this place and visit as often as I can - and not just because of the wonderful decor that I find rather interesting (check out the canoe)...."
Deanna Lysaght
"Thank goodness the waitress asked us if we has been there before, our group said no. The lovely waitress then explained portion size was small and..."
Puku Princess
"it’s a balmy summer night and you and your friends are feeling breezy. two cute little cottages are winking in the distance beckoning you in...."
Kai Luv
"Fantastic food and exceptional hospitality. Every dish is faultless👍🏻 I had an amazing birthday dinner here. Thanks a lot 🙏🏻 Highly..."
Steward Leung
"Such a beautiful place at the capital! 🇳🇿Enjoyed every bite there! They have tapas style with so many good options at the menu and the seasonal..."
Nohemi Tijerina
"Lovely meal. The zucchini tart was amazing, as were the prawns. Everything was so good. Really nice staff and a chill atmosphere..."
Zak Lahgazi
"I had a pleasant visit at this little bar. The ambiance was awesome, and the staff were very friendly. They had a good selection of beverages, and I..."
Robin de Bruin
"Great atmosphere and service, staff is friendly. I've been there for drinks and I'd totally recommend the Caipirinha, one of the best cocktails there..."
Luiza Lima
"Thank goodness our morning ferry was cancelled or we might never have found this place...we both had the chef's menu (pescatarian version) and every..."
Alison Glew
"Funky vibe, dudes turning LPS added to an already cool vibe. Cool layout and decor. Cool and pleasant..."
Quintin Austin
"if I could give this place 10/10, I’d give it 15. honestly the service was amazing. the servers and the chefs were all so lovely and accomodating...."
Waimarama Tapiata-Bright
"Havana is a very reliable bar to enjoy a good cocktail and snacks. The atmosphere is private and chill; The service and food are always to point. The..."
María Paz Cárcamo Agüero
"Wonderful, I'm blown away by the service, comes second to none. Was such a treat and blows away the competition. The drinks were wet and stiff and..."
Zipitsweety
"Friendly service, delicious food. Highly recommend the bread and garlic dip, the eggplant schnitzel, fish of the day (Snapper) was cooked to..."
Lou M
"Great bar with a really good atmosphere but the food and the service needs some serious attention. Told the waitress I was not in a hurry and all..."
Nick Pattillo
"We were a large group and had a set menu Fantastic service by all the staff, food was delicious and there was lots of it. Great value for money...."
Jan Thompson
"If you like great service and and “intimate “ setting this place is for you. Cocktails are great especially blowie in the corner is my favourite...."
Dale Mooney
"We were recommended Havana by a friend of a work friend and weren't really sure what to expect. Cuban food? Given me and my wife's dietary..."
Jonathan Dasani
"Celebrated a birthday here last night and we were all blown away by the food, wine, and amazing service. Highly..."
Holly Buttress
"What a little gem in the heart of Wellington. Great atmosphere, very cosy. We all ordered something different from the menu and shared it. The meals..."
Roderick Phillips
Gemini Cafe
91/100 (275 ratings)
Restaurants
Cafe
European
New Zealand
European
New Zealand
Asian
Cafe
Asian
Lunch
Brunch
Drinks
Breakfast
Café
Asian
Café
New Zealand
European
Accepts Credit Cards
Family style
Dog Friendly
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Private Dining
Street Parking
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Free Wifi
Drinks
Brunch
Breakfast
Lunch
Mid-range
"Food here tastes so good! I ordered Mushy Mushy Toast, it was tasty! And their service is the best! Their staff is very friendly, like they really..."
Xin Wen Tee
"I had the cheese burger and the shakes, caramel. Good Customer service and the stuff were very friendly and welcoming. There are so many options for..."
leila H
"We sat outside on the veranda which was really nice, the staff who served us were so kind and sweet. I ordered the french toast for breakfast and it..."
Fidah Ali
"Was such a great experience. Best book ahead. The staff were so lovely, we didn't book and there were no tables available so as we were leave a table..."
Hannah-Bradee Phillips
"I like the bear drinks simply because they are cute! They also taste great, but more importantly they are..."
Chelsea Fletcher
"Absolutely delightful food selections! Have been here many times and never disappoints. Soft shell crab croissant is to die for and WOAP burger is..."
Claudia Vaya
"Great brunches to start the morning! The food there are not only with the nice looking but also very fresh and delicious! We ordered the crab..."
D K
"Really lovely breakfast, I got the vegan option and it was delicious and a large portion! Great coffee too and all the staff were very..."
El Dantzler
"I saw this place on tik tok and booked a reservation as soon as I saw it My grandparents and I visited Gemini café early October while up on..."
Bronte Perriam
"Wow! This place is fantastic. It has not only the best food in Wellington but also the most friendly staff. I went there two weekends in a row and..."
Ruby Swann
"Amazing gem hidden away on Tory Street. Meals came super quick and were..."
Rere Hammond
"This is our first time ate here and surprised how yummy their meals were! I can't think of any downside as all of them are just perfect. Will..."
Pat Steffi
"Awesome customer service from the moment we walked in we were greeted with welcome! We were offered two seats, and promptly offered a glass of water..."
Ifrah
"Very satisfied, warm hospitality, delicious dishes, my wife and I enjoyed an unforgettable breakfast, which made me feel good all day, and I will..."
George Shan
"Easy to find. Always somewhere close to park in middle of Tory st. Loved trying somewhere new today. Never been game enough to try Waffle& Popcorn..."
tam peters
"One or our favourite brunch places in Welly. Delicious and beautiful food, at a reasonable price. We especially love the crab croissant and french..."
Yujin Domingo
"Really good food and coffee. Service was faster than I'd expect given the quality and presentation of the food. It wasn't too crowded so each time..."
Nathan Camp
"This place is an absolute gem! Service was excellent as well as the food. The menu had a lot of good options and I love how my drink came with a..."
A Google User
"Service was good, the food was also good. It was a little too sweet, but still tasty. We ordered the popcorn chicken croffle thing (: Chips were..."
Nikora Hemana
Field & Green
90/100 (638 ratings)
Restaurants
Central European
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
European
New Zealand
British
Central European
British
Vegetarian Friendly
European
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Brunch
Drinks
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Meringue
Salad
Tarte Tatin
Duck
Halloumi
Tuna
Bacon Sandwich
Salmon
Cakes
Lamb
Fish
Pork
Curry
Sandwiches
Polenta
Beef
Toasts
Central European
New Zealand
British
European
Wine and Beer
Gift Cards Available
Seating
Highchairs Available
Accepts Credit Cards
Takeout
Accepts Mastercard
Accepts Visa
Street Parking
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Reservations
Serves Alcohol
Dinner
Drinks
Brunch
Lunch
Breakfast
Mid-range
"Update: 27/05/2023 Had their proper brunch menu this time. The Red Leicester Scone was so good we ordered a second one. Had the Welsh Rarebit. Very..."
Eileen Lui
"Has been our go to spot on Wellington for years. We’re incredibly sad that they’re closing. The service is always exceptional and the food is..."
Beth Gannon
"We've always been amazed with the food at Field & Green and my favourite there is the Kedgeree. It's a total comfort food for me. That's why my..."
Vanitha Loganathan
"Very attentive and helpful staff. Accommodating to dietaries. Humble setting where the food speaks for itself. Cooked to perfection, wine was also..."
Cara M
"To celebrate my birthday in Wellington, we visited Field & Green on a Saturday. We had chef’s tasting plates at the bar table watching chefs work..."
Thomy Shimokawa
"Our group dines out fairly often, and dinner last night at Field & Green would have to rate as one of our best all-round experiences. Our servers..."
R Dickinson
"A regular dining establishment for me when in Wellington. Arguably the most consistent eatery in town. Whether brunch, lunch or dinner there is..."
Nick Miall
"Yum- had the burger on a plate and can see why it's in the top 5! Very tasty and unique. Service was lovely and our server Leroy looked after us..."
Brittini Ray
"We had a very relaxing 3 course meal and drinks at field and greens. Very nice starters mains and dessert along with friendly service made for a..."
Hungry Man
"A perfect lunch if you want wonderful flavors and inventive dishes. I had the mashed peas and avocado with preserved lemon, Parmesan, poached egg and..."
Paul Schmitz
Noble Rot Wine Bar
90/100 (895 ratings)
Restaurants
New Zealand
Wine Bar
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
European
Fusion
New Zealand
Wine Bar
Fusion
Vegetarian Friendly
European
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Drinks
Dinner
Lunch
After-hours
Duck
Oyster
Lamb
Fish
Beef
Sit down
Fusion
European
New Zealand
Wine Bar
Accepts American Express
Street Parking
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Wine and Beer
Full Bar
Accepts Credit Cards
Outdoor Seating
Accepts Mastercard
Accepts Visa
Dinner
After-hours
Drinks
Mid-range
"We happens on this gem of a place by accident yesterday and after some lovely rose wine and equally lovely cheeses we decided to book dinner there..."
Anne Breen
"dined here last night and had the five course degustation menu with wine. a truly outstanding meal - in my top ten of all time. cannot recommend this..."
Mhairead Connor
"We opted for the 5 course degustation menu with the sommeliers wine selection - absolutely fabulous, loved it! Clever wine matches with perfection..."
Nicola Lancaster
"Amazing food, great wine suggestions for each course, and the best service. Would recommend to..."
Linda Upton
"This places is now my favourite Wellington restaurant. It's certainly more than a wine bar. Sure, the quality of wine is excellent, and the..."
Sean Wilson
"Wonderful experience this evening! Thank you very much! Discovered some great New Zealand wines (which we explicitly asked for since we, as..."
Chris van Keulen
"Came in for the 6 course degustation menu on Saturday and it was fantastic. The food was superb and the wine matching was outstanding...the staff..."
Mike Roberts
"New favourite restaurant in Wellington. Excellent service. Exquisite food. Outstanding wine matching for our 6 course degustation meal. A must-do..."
Zoe Masters
"We had the 5 course degustation menu with wine matching. Food was amazing & the sommelier nailed the wines. Service was amazing and will definitely..."
Bret Burrows
"Wandered in on our first night in Wellington looking for a refined dining exoerience. WOW it exceeded our expectations. The 5 course degustation with..."
Linda Jane
"Another exception experience! Amazing food. Stunning wine ( all on recommendation) and warm attentive..."
Amanda Stevens
"Loved the wine selection and the whole atmosphere of quality! It's a great place for a group and for just the 2 of you. Can't recommend it..."
Lucy Alice
"Awesome list. Lots of interesting wine by the glass. Helpful and knowledgeable staff. Oh and the food is..."
Guy Porter
"Could not be happier about our first visit to Noble Rot. The management and staff are friendly, knowledgeable and caring. The room is fun and..."
Jaala Pulford
"Busy wine bar/restaurant with tasty meals supported by warm friendly service. Being 'wino's' we loved the extensive wine list backed by..."
Mike B Petersen
"The best wine-experience we've ever had, on any continent! My wife and I were on our anniversary in New Zealand, and happened to be in Wellington for..."
Steve Kamb
"Fantastic dining experience. The wine selection is incredible - I love the fact the menu is 2 or 3 times larger than the food menu. Really enjoyed..."
Michael Bogacki
"Amazing wine bar. Always a great selection of food and wine, and friendly staff. Would love it more if there were more vegetarian and vegan..."
Nic Keating
"9/22 Fantastic dinner, no wait time on this opportunity. Beautiful service and perfect food, couldn't have asked for anything different. They also..."
María Paz Cárcamo Agüero
"Easily one of my all-time best food and wine experiences. Amazing wine list and an incredibly knowledgeable host. All four courses that we tried -..."
Jeff Pulford
"Celebrated our wedding anniversary there. Food and bubble was nice. Staff was very friendly. Highly..."
Chris Cui
"Excellent selection of wines, and the food was equally as impressive. A good selection of gluten free options. Staff are very friendly and..."
Will P
"We were given a voucher as a wedding present for dinner at Noble Rot Wine Bar, what an extraordinary experience. The atmosphere is so lovely, the..."
Jackie Lenihan
Oikos
90/100 (700 ratings)
Restaurants
Vegan Options
Mediterranean
Greek
European
European
Mediterranean
Greek
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Dinner
Meatballs
Halloumi
Lamb
Fish
Salad
Mediterranean
Greek
European
Serves Alcohol
Full Bar
Takeout
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Dinner
Mid-range
"Always busy, excellent and authentic food. Take-away is also managed very efficiently. Not more needs saying, really but apparently you need to..."
Lyra Helion
"Fabulous cosy restaurant, excellent food, very friendly and professional service. The crumbed feta (entrée) and set yoghurt (dessert) are must..."
Katy Le Roy
"Simple but welcoming deco. This new place is quite busy to pay to book in advance. The menu is rather simple but does contain some good choices...."
Christian
"Amazing food, service and atmosphere. Cannot go past the delicious sesame crumbed feta 👌 we also sampled the lamb, meatballs, souvlaki and..."
Julia King
"First time eating authentic Greek food and drinks, and it was absolutely delicious! 💯 will highly recommend this restaurant. Went here for my..."
Lisita Aloua
"Authentic Greek Delights! Oikos Hellenic Cuisine is a hidden gem. From the moment you step in, you're greeted with warm hospitality and transported..."
Maggie Wang
"A small boutique restaurant that gives a vibe of old style home cooking and dining. Most guests getting up and talking to chefs and thanking them for..."
Raunaq Bhogal
"Loved everything about this spot. Food was amazing,, especially Halloumi fries and the chicken..."
Ashita Nepak
"This restaurant is absolutely the hidden gem of Wellington. Whatever you order you must order the lamb. It is insane how good it..."
Jason Toi
"The food was absolutely amazing! Kudos to the chef who prepared all our meals. The cauliflower was drizzled with so much herbs and flavour, and the..."
Dominic and Grace In Love
"We ordered takeout from here on a Saturday night. Food was delicious and all made to cater to Gluten intolerance. Ordered 3 mains and 3..."
Mat Bagnall
"Absolutely phenomenal meal. For me, the sesame feta and homemade pita was the highlight and for my husband, it was the chicken and orzo served under..."
Alexa Dunkle
"The food is great!. One of my new favorite places in Wellington. I've been twice in recent months and recommend it for a relaxed night out with good..."
Dean Walker
"Had a great dining experience with a friend. We went halves on the sharing menu and it was well worth it. Delicious and well..."
Dean 01
Taste
90/100 (307 ratings)
Restaurants
Gluten Free Options
European
New Zealand
European
New Zealand
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Dinner
Lunch
Brunch
Salad
Scallops
Lamb
Fish
Sit down
New Zealand
European
Serves Alcohol
Full Bar
Accepts Mastercard
Accepts Visa
Accepts American Express
Street Parking
Cash Only
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Lunch
Brunch
Dinner
Mid-range
"Simply the best steak in Wellington. Great atmosphere with elegant decor and classy service. Desserts are very tasty and great value. We eat there..."
Greg
"Have dined here many times and am always impressed with the food, service and wine list. A fabulous local for us. The menu is simple which makes it..."
Tory Whanau
"Not sure if this is new to Khandallah but I've only just noticed it so popped in for brunch.The decor was simple and elegant. This isn't..."
RaeRae
"Delicious food in a warm and relaxing atmosphere. We came here in a group of 8. Entrees came out in good time and were tasty. Mains and then desserts..."
Humbleluxury
"First Impression : High class, not my type of food.Reality : Amazing flavours! The server was very friendly.For the entrée, we..."
Jayita
"We went there last night with friends. The food was delicious. I had the fish which was snapper. Fresh and melt in your mouth. My husband had the..."
Gillian Hellberg
"Great food and very well looked after by the staff. The menu is not extensive but what is on the menu is presented well and tasted great. I will..."
Peter
"A perfectly good meal in a perfectly lovely location.Our parents who visited from the UK took us out here as a treat for having them stay. We..."
Muffin Mum
"I've been to Taste loads of times over the years. I always feel like I'm out fine dining, even though the prices are very reasonable.Taste is a..."
Hannah Thompson
"Brilliant as always. Had dinner with my wife a week ago and the food was stunning. Generous servings and friendly service. A real asset to the..."
Scott
"Consistently excellent with friendly, efficient service. This is a very popular local restaurant so if you're going for the "brunch" during the week..."
Sharon Murphy
"Great service, and the food is absolutely phenomenal. It is the best food I have had in Wellington and I have eaten at a lot of restaurants in the..."
Aaron Mayhew
"We used to dine here regularly but hadn't been in about 2.5years due to having a child. We decided to go for lunch today (with small child in tow) ..."
EpiCurious
"We have been to Taste several times over the last few years, and are always really impressed with the experience. It is definitely our favourite..."
Karen Shorter
"We'd heard great things about Taste, so tried it one Saturday morning for brunch. We weren't disappointed. Service was impeccable and the food..."
Claire McKay
"Fantastic.My husband and I went for a quiet dinner having heard good things about this suburban restaurant. We found a small..."
Melissa Curry
"Pleasant attentive service and sublime food followed by excellent coffee.Made my visit here for Dinner with a group of friends the..."
JOSEPHINE SHORT
"It never ceases to amaze me. I have eaten at this restaurant 5 times now over a period of a few years, and I am still impressed with the whole..."
Bobbie Barnett
"Always a good experience! Taste claims to be a "suburban dining room" which is an accurate description. It has a short menu, all of which..."
Colin Jackson
"After seeing Taste Suburban Dining Room on Zomato, my wife and I rang and booked a table. There was nothing to dislike about the location, the..."
Charlie Callcut
"We have been going to taste for many years. Service and food is always outstanding. One of our..."
Togrady00754
"Great place to have brunch in Khandallah. Dishes were well prepared. But it would have been nice if the big breakfast had some sausages also. And..."
Laurence Chiu
"Very warm and cozy atmosphere. Great service and great food. Starters cost around $20.00 and mains over $35 to $40. My steak was cooked perfectly and..."
PL V
"Excellent food and service!!! Cosy&Happy atmosphere!! Definitely visit next time!! Highly..."
zsy zh
"Highly recommended! Recently went for wife's bday, the food and overall service was great. They also accommodated additional guests in short notice..."
Souradeep Gupta
"For us, my husband and I, it's one of the two places to go in Khandallah ❤️✨ When we are here, we don't regret the town and its..."
Elvira SELISCHI
"Thoroughly delicious breakfast, pate was amazing and the fish was spectacular. Would love to return for..."
Foo Foo
"Amazing food, exceptional and friendly service. You are in for a treat here. And they were so helpful booking a taxi home. Will definitely be..."
Robyn Smith
"Our company had an end of year meal here. We all thoroughly enjoyed our meal, and commented on how good each course was. I plan on returning again. I..."
Paul Blades
"The food is consistently good. Service is great. ( Coffee arrives before it's even been ordered if you are a regular. ) Gary and David are so..."
Gail Waight
"As always, fine dining at it's best. Happy to accommodate slight changes to a meal where possible. Delicious food at every turn. David and Gary are..."
steve lyster
La Bella Italia
89/100 (2723 ratings)
Restaurants
Cafe
Deli
Mediterranean
European
Pizza
European
Gluten Free Options
Mediterranean
Italian
Tuscan
Pizza
Central-Italian
Italian
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Gluten Free Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Dinner
Lunch
Brunch
Pork
Pasta
Antipasti
Salad
Clams
Tiramisu
Calamari
Risotto
Mussels
Lasagne
Tuna
Cannelloni
Ice Cream
Calamares
Gelato
Salmon
Arancini
Crepes
Ragu
Cakes
Cheesecake
Cassata
Lamb
Bruschette
Pesto
Fish
Sit down
European
Mediterranean
Central-Italian
Tuscan
Italian
Pizza
Accepts Credit Cards
Reservations
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Street Parking
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Wine and Beer
Parking Available
Free off-street parking
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Free Wifi
Dinner
Lunch
Brunch
Mid-range
"I had the most perfect pizza, pasta and best flat white of my life here. It was a couple of years ago now though, but the experience motivated me to..."
Callmeinstead
"BEST Italian restaurant in..."
Ferne Griffiths
"Went here for dinner Valentine's eve. Even though they were fully booked they made space for me. Service was great and I was run through the specials..."
I'm Hungry
"This place is..."
YHMO!
"Hands down the best place in Petone for dinner! The restaurant has an Italian marketplace feel to it and has produce for sale as well. We had the..."
Sweecasam
"This place is an Italian gem, I loved it here. We were welcomed by the owner who is so passionate about his food. I told him I have been dying to try..."
Lisa
"This is the best Italian restaurant in the Wellington region. The food is so authentic, just like what I had in Italy. The pizzas are amazing. I love..."
SH
"Great food, great beverages and out of this world desserts along with great service! Don’t miss if you are in and around Petone. Truffles are a..."
The Hungry Glutton
"My son organised a 50th Wedding Anniversary for us. The restaurant was full. There were about 43 of us and I thought how are they going to manage..."
Peter Brown
"This place has been ranked among top 70 Italian restaurants with a Pizzeria in the world by a Michelin chef, can't argue with that, food was..."
James Ong
"I've only had the pizza here because it's so delicious, I can't bring myself to order anything else.  The crust is fantastic and transports me back..."
Lo Barrett
"I have ordered several dishes here. They are all delicious. In particular, I recommend the pumpkin ravioli, the lamb ragu on fettucine, and the..."
Yan Qiuteng
"My first time here today with friends. A nice, convivial atmosphere with lovely food & decor. I want to go back and try several other things on the..."
Julia Mc
"We happened across this bustling restaurant on our way through town.We had special dietary requirements and the service was fantastic. The..."
Megha Dogra
"They're expensive, but for good reason! Italian food doesn't get any better than this! Great choice of Italian drinks too and the place is decorated..."
Angus Maxim
"It was a busy Friday night. Although the place is a huge open space the owners have managed to keep it intimate and warm. Staff were really friendly..."
Christian
"Yum! Great food, atmosphere and friendly staff! Loved our visit here! Definitely recommend it. Great for families, functions or a romantic night..."
Laurie Kapelle
"Ordered entree's, mains, and dessert. Food was wonderful and came out quick. Service was great especially for a busy Saturday night! Atmosphere of..."
Danimurphy23
"I must say it was the best pizza I've ever had!Each bite is full of salmon and smooth cream cheese, nice invention! I didn't like the spaghetti,..."
Holly He
"This place has great energy. I've met the owner a number of times when our family have dined here for lunch. It was an absolutely positive experience..."
The Food Snob
"Wonderful place to enjoy Italian dishes as well as their hospitality. Coffee is good and dishes I tried were very good. My only complain would be no..."
Jimon007
"Have eaten here many times and never disappointed. All the pasta dishes are excellent and the cheesecake from the cabinet is amazing.Lovely..."
Lucy Fitzgerald
"We have heard a lot of good stuff about La Bella Italia, and were excited to try ourselves. We are just average types that enjoy a good meal out in a..."
Ali Stevenson
"We'd been to the cinema at Queensgate. We'd looked up where to go in Petone for dinner afterwards. La Bella Italia looked good and reviews sold..."
Sean P E Fleming
"Amazing! Food was top notch and the service was outstanding! Beautiful wine, lasagna was great, my pop had the risotto, nan had the lamb and you..."
Kayla
"Came with with a bunch of friends.  we ordered the garlic and herbs bread, anti pesto and pizzas to share and it was great.  I have the seafood..."
John Chin
"If I could give this place a 10/5 I really would. I don't think I've had better Italian food! We booked in advance as it was a Saturday, and lucky..."
Jessica Callistus
"The service is superb, friendly, knowledgeable and helpful. The decor reminds me to a traditional food Market really homey and perfect for families..."
Estph
"Amazing as always. Great Italian cuisine and great service. Best hot chocolate in Wellington (order the Italian one) so good :-) wood fired pizza, a..."
Steven Lee
"Antonio and his team really have brought an authentic Italian experience to Petone! This is the one stop shop for all your needs when it..."
Joshsuxxxx
"25/7/15. It's basically a warehouse with a front office. However over the years huge photos and bric a brac have pretty well covered the concrete..."
Duncan Galletly
"Love to dine here. Very friendly staff, beautiful Italian cuisine and very nice to browse the shelves and deli. Food is very well presented and..."
Smileplease
"I always love coming to La Bella Italia. It is so authentic from the waiting staff, the atmosphere and the delightful food. Amazing wine list and..."
Sarah McTaggart
"Where to begin! La Bella Italia would have to be one of, if not the best Italian Restaurant. Having dined in many restaurants throughout Melbourne..."
Albert Portelli
"First time visiting La Bella Italia on Saturday and trust me I will definitely be back. So delicious. A great menu to choose from. There was..."
Ella Howatson
"Very similar to the Mediterranean Food Warehouse in Lower Hutt - but with better food. Great place to go for average Italian meal at a reasonable..."
Epicurious Nomad
"Marvelous lunch, fresh fish Mediterranean stew, antipasti, pizza, all deliciousVery friendly service and great retail products on offer. I could..."
Ciara
"We head to La Bella Italia, a cafe and grocery store founded by Antonio Cacace. There's a lovely sense of space inside this converted warehouse, with..."
Helen | Grab Your Fork
"If you are looking for some decent Italian food without breaking the bank? Somewhere where you can take the little ones, in a casual laid back..."
Rosemary Young
"What a fast, efficient and lovely place to have a sociable meal in. My only complaint would be that the portion could have been bigger as all my..."
Muffin Mum
"Eaten dinner here a couple of times.  Pizza good with thin crispy bases, good pasta options and a great variety of desserts...."
Selective
"I had no idea this gem was hidden away from the main drag in Petone but really glad I finally found out. We were part of a large table for a farewell..."
Siobhan
"After the 2:30pm show of La Traviata we decided to indulge in an Italian dinner and we hit the nail on the head. It was awesome, from the mixed..."
Matt Harrison
"Strongly recommended by friends who have been on Tour with the owner, the place is amazing. We have been there for lunch on Sunday, the children were..."
Louise Dustin
"A Sunday lunch with 4 friends. The staff, though busy, boned a beautiful gurnard in front of us, setting fish and sides on our plates skillfully. One..."
James Stevens
"An excellent and very enjoyable experience, authentic Italian. The atmosphere is cozy and the staff very efficient though pretty busy for Easter..."
Lilian Dahm
"Me and a few friends had lunch here today. Wednesday 19th Feb. I had Antipasti, Il classico, which was a selection of cheeses and meats and a few..."
Sally Ann Smith
"La Bella is one of my regular haunts. Coffee is always good; the food is wonderful and their tiramisu is fantastic. And you get to shop for all of..."
TheFoodGonzo
"I bought a deal voucher for 2 pizza takeaway for $25. I've been La Bella with friends before, but that time the pizza my friend ordered didn't..."
Megan Xuan
"Great setting - loved having the shop/desert bar/deli around the cafe to buy from! Very cool idea. Food was delicious. What topped it off was the..."
Courtney
"Very nice degustion meal on Sat night with husband. Well timed service of each course, and beautiful flavours. Husband ate many things he would..."
Vicki Bazalo
"I went to La Bella Italia on a busy lunchtime, and absolutely loved the experience. I would definitely recommend the restaurant. I ordered ravioli..."
Kirsten Cunningham
"The beautiful authentic Italian food here at La Bella was just great. Also enjoyed the chatty Italian-style banter with the excellent Italian waiter..."
Olivia Winstone
"Absolutely Amazing!! Went for dinner on Friday night with hubby and our 3 year old daughter. I ordered the gnocchi with lemon and zucchini. I can't..."
Lesleigh Ricardi
"I've dined her twice now. Second time was way better than the first as it seemed the food was cooked better. Didn't like my first dining experience..."
FOOD Wars
"I ordered Amalfi, I was disappointed there was just a bit of basil and rocket on top. they were really just 'a bit'... I sat by the pizza cooking..."
Marvin
"Great service Roberto! Went for lunch, came out choc full wanting to go for a siesta. Must say the Italian hot chocolates are devine - could even..."
James Lamb
"We love it, friendly, fun and truly Italian, a good plate of pasta and glass of chianti for lunch and I am happy, Tiramisu..."
Kiwicafe
"We came to this restaurant on reputation, and were not disappointed. We came for family dinner with our 2 young children, who were well catered for..."
Robyn Lovewell
"We went to La Bella Italia on Friday night and what a lovely surprise it was to find there was live piano music on! It really added a nice vibe to..."
Liz
"I must admit walking into the place it looked nice as there was so much going on and to take in. And I loved the little side seats for 2 between the..."
Nicole Stewart
"What an amazing evening we had last night at La Bella Italia. We went there last night with my wife and a group of friends.some of them had..."
Mannie
"I was recommended La Bella Italia from a friend several times. I was curious to try and got the chance to do so last Friday when I went to Wellington..."
Virginia Frances
"I received two tickets for an Opera concert and dinner and decided to go with a friend. I did not find out the dinner was prepared by La Bella Italia..."
Lindsay Brown
"Great food, great coffee, great service. (Does have a distinct lack of parking though.) The atmosphere is generally bubbling with chatter - it feels..."
Sheelagh
"Roger and I thoroughly enjoyed the cooking class we attended on Wednesday 23rd of June 2011. Our daughter Joanne was booked for the class, but air..."
Marilyn Yule
"It was my first time at La Bella Italia last Sunday – will definitely be back for more. I was visiting Wellington to spend Easter weekend together..."
Nicola
"Awesome food! I have been to Italy several times and this is the best Italian restaurant I’ve tried in New Zealand. You can definitely tell it’s..."
Elizabeth
"I went to La Bella with a couple of friends because we heard so much about it – great food and atmosphere. One of the staff welcomed us and asked..."
Brian
"We went to La Bella last week for dinner and it was amazing. We were warmly greeted at the entrance and given a nice table at the back. It was..."
Patricia Ward
"We had my 80th Birthday Lunch with family and friends and we were all delighted by both the food and the attention of the staff. Will do it again..."
Bronwyn Williams
"We Booked for our 40th Wedding Anniversary on the 28th March 09.Thank you Antonio and your staff the food was wonderful we had 18 guests it all went..."
Del And Alan
"Hard to argue that this is probably one of the most genuine Italian places in Wellington and unbeknown to most, because of my mostly Pacific Island..."
Otago Islander
"29 Oct 2014Have returned from a very pleasant lunch at La BellaMy wife thoroughly enjoyed her cannelloni and I much enjoyed my tarakihi..."
PeterMS
"Second time to visit after so many years but never fail to satisfy my palate. Generous serving and food is really tasty. Brought a friend who has..."
Red B
"As usual, La Bella never fails to impress. 20 of us gathered for a Saturday birthday lunch. Delicious food, great service in an authentic Italian..."
Wendy
"Best Italian in the Hutt 🇮🇹 I can taste love in the food, good service & atmosphere. Second time I have eaten here and absolutely loved it. I..."
White Lotus Hair Studio
"Absolutely superb. The staff were great and the food was..."
Amanda Stokes
"The place is great very busy I would recommend reserving a table beforehand. Nice Italian food for whomever enjoys it. Bit pricey compared to the..."
dreamer hope
"Had the naked special pizza with prosciutto and burrata cheese which was delicious and fresh. Great coffee too. Popular place, with a good selection..."
Helen Joe
"Fabulous experience from start to finish. Waitress let us know they were short staffed, but the service wasn’t compromised at all, with plenty of..."
Paula Melville
"Tasty food, warm place, good service and nice atmosphere! Booked our table a week ago, mentioned in the note it is for mum's birthday, got a reply on..."
Nina Smith
"Is there a better Italian restaurant in New Zealand? Probably not. We have been here several times in recent years even though it's a trip of 90 km..."
Andrew New Zealand
"My partner brought me here when we were in town. She was raving about how great it was the other times she'd been here. She wasn't wrong. The food..."
Michael Davidson
Ti Kouka Cafe
89/100 (652 ratings)
Restaurants
New Zealand
Cafe
New Zealand
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Cafe
European
Fusion
European
Fusion
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Brunch
Breakfast
Lunch
Halloumi
Bacon Sandwich
Pancakes
Cakes
Salad
Fish
Pork
Cheesecake
Polenta
Sandwiches
Toasts
Burger
Cheesecakes
Beef
Sit down
Café
Fusion
European
New Zealand
Serves Alcohol
Reservations
Highchairs Available
Takeout
Seating
Table Service
Brunch
Breakfast
Lunch
Mid-range
"Lovely little cafe. Came for lunch and I had the kumara salad and my partner had the fish, both were delicious. Only downside is there aren’t a lot..."
Kayla Widdowson
"Food here is always on point! From simple baked goods to heart filling lunches. The Burger Wellington entry is always a must try!! Great service with..."
Mareko Panapa
"Staff were very attentive and friendly. Lovely array of brunch options. I had the eggs benedict option from the specials. The potato rostie was..."
Mon
"Never had a burger better than this! Came here ft brunch and had Pork burger with spicy pear sauce. Lovely ambience with city view and great..."
Tontri Das
"For those "old school" Wellingtonions, this is the old Katipo cafe... With a makeover. I stopped in for breakfast today, and was pleasantly..."
The Wanderer
"Lovely cafe, really well located, I'll come back one day and properly dine in the restaurant section so I can give a more informed opinion. The staff..."
Mana
"Only made it to Ti Kouka during WOAP. Based on this visit, the constant business is justified. Relaxed atmosphere with an interesting selection of..."
Josh
"Bit hard to find but worth the search! Nicely appointed, cosy place upstairs. Loved the boiled eggs and soldiers for breakfast. The omelette was full..."
Irish Eyes
"What a hidden gem! Booked a group of us in on a busy Saturday morning. I had the halloumi and pumpkin on toast. Divine - generous portion of..."
Emily Pavey
"What a great hidden treasure!I've been walking passed this place for so long and finally went in for lunch, so glad I did!The food here is..."
BethHolden
"Great lunchPlatter and chipsWent at 1 and it was chokkaWent back at 2 and it was clear. Nice service, casual atmosphere.Great..."
Richard Roberts
"My sister, mum and I went for lunch on a Friday. Coffee was very quick, but our meals took 45min to arrive after we had ordered. No apologies or..."
Joanna Koat
"Great little cafe in central Wellington. I had the plum and oat pancake with some streaky bacon. The pancake was crispy on the edges and fluffy in..."
Jacq
"LOVE THIS PLACE!!! I've already been in twice this week for coffees. Today I bought a salted caramel GF cookie just to see how the food intolerant..."
Crumpet King
"I came to Ti Kouka Cafe in hopes of finding a nice meal and comfy place to read a book while travelling home thru Wellington, this place went beyond..."
Bonnie Humphrey
"Ti Kouka hides at the top of a staircase in the middle of Wellington's CBD above a busy street below. Upstairs, you'll find a rustic style dining..."
Caffeinated Weka
"Cute place in cbd. Quite busy. Good coffee and service. We had those black beans with chorizos and the omelettes. The black beans were really nice. I..."
Jay
"Only ordered two things but the lamb salad was so tasty. Perfect combination of crisp outside bits and tender meat. Exactly what I needed. I also was..."
Abri8901
"I've only ever been here for coffee but it's a really nice place, somewhat hidden away, with a slightly "funky" feel to it but not to the point of..."
Lubbly Jubbly
"Baked eggy tomato basil cheesey pleasure served w toasted sourdough & good coffee. My morning just got instantly better. The best breakfast to start..."
Jennifer Collinson
"Ti Kouka was introduced to me by a friend and i am forever thankful she did so! It is hidden upstairs on the busy Willis Street, giving it a private..."
J Isla
"Awesome cafe, been twice now. Amazing food and coffee, super chill staff who are really friendly and easy going. Love it, I'll definitely be..."
Vin Elliott
"delicious food and good service.. the smoked fish was cooked perfectly and the homemade tartar sauce was superb. a fantastic light lunch unrivalled..."
Salya
"You could be walking up the stairs to a shady club of ill repute, the offices of a c-grade dentist or perhaps, as in old b-grade b/w movies, the..."
Duncan Galletly
"This place is amazing! The white polenta porridge is incredible, such delicate flavours in the polenta go do well with the rhubarb. The coffee is..."
Christine
"Awesome food and lovely coffee and lovely staff this is one of my favourite cafe in Wellington. Even I can't go there so often staff remember my..."
Asalato55
"Having walked down Willis Street countless times, I must have passed by Ti Kouka Cafe more times then I can imagine. However, I never thought of..."
Jenjaroo
"Good lovely food at this beautiful cafe that is tucked away upstairs on Willis Street.  I have always been impressed with the food here.   I have..."
Rosemary Young
"Have never been disappointed with the food at this lovely cafe. This visit was day one of Wellington on a plate. I chose the burger which was tasty...."
Philip Reeve
"Having walked down Willis Street countless times, I must have passed by Ti Kouka more times then I can imagine. However, I never thought of heading..."
Jenjaroo
"Ti kouka is one of my favourite brunch spots for a couple of reasons; one they can make almost everything on their menu gluten free, two there coffee..."
Mind The Crumbs
"Just love this place, especially with the 2 for 1 deal in the entertainment book. Pays to book at it gets really busy. Had the fresh line caught..."
Miss Persistant
"We visited Ti Kouka on a rainy Wellington afternoon and it was a lovely experience. Friendly staff greeted us on arrival and provided speedy and..."
Kat Dugdale
"These guys do an awesome broccoli salad!! Seriously good!! It has flaked almonds, feta and preserved lemon, garlic etc in it which makes it really..."
As
"...Chai Latte was different… not so sweet, much more spicy. I had a salted caramel cookie with it – amazing! I would go back just for the cookie...."
Wander Wonder Wonton
"Service is a bit shabby, slow and at times rude but always so precise .I do this place sometimes with friends for lunch and the foods good if you're..."
Fredrick Mantle
"Came for lunch on Tuesday and got the smoked fish, the egg custard was unbelievable! So good, I had to come back for lunch today. I got the special..."
Cassie Callard
"I came in last Saturday for the WOAP menu and it was delicious. When I am in the CBD I ALWAYS go to Ti Kouka. I've been there at least 15 times and..."
Lucas Putnam
"Great food and service, pays to book though as they get very..."
HRM
"Breathtakingly good! How have I not been here before...? Almost all menu options can be done GF. I went on a week day at lunch time. It was very..."
Malcolm Shearer
"Awesome! We were evacuated half way through our meal due to a fire alarm. When we got back inside the staff took our meals away and brought us a new,..."
Kendra
"Staff were very friendly. Drinks came out promptly despite a full house. Food soon after that. The Chicken Hotdog was nice although a little pricey...."
Joel Edwards
"A friend and I had lunch here on Saturday and it was breathtakingly good. I'm quite difficult to impress, but I was very impressed with my..."
Georgina Guscott
"I booked for 20 people for lunch - the first day of the new menu. The food was nothing short of awesome and the service and friendliness of the..."
Vanessa Matthews
"I recently took a friend to Ti Kouka Cafe for a special lunch to celebrate her birthday and it was a lovely experience. The food was delicious, the..."
Ronda Sangster
"My husband and I went for brunch on Saturday and enjoyed it so much we found ourself back for a birthday lunch on Monday after we discovered where..."
Kara I
"We visited Ti Koura last week for a quick business lunch - it just happened to co-incide with Wellington on a plate so burgers we ordered ! The lamb..."
Biggie C
"We went for Friday night dinner for the Wellington on a Plate menu. Wonderful, wonderful. Sat by the window at a neat table looking down at the..."
Angela Walker
"Excellent food and services! We ordered 2 x smoked fish dishes with a bowl of hand cut chips to share, really satisfied with the taste and quantity...."
Vera Mukai
"5 stars, without a moment's hesitation. They EVEN asked if we would like another coffee when they delivered the food! Imagine a cafe that actually..."
Mr.Stevens
"The food is fantastic and adventurous, interesting and full of flavour. The staff are a perfect mix of friendly and professional, but it is the..."
Gerard
"Ti Kouka was the venue for our daughter's 21st celebration. We live in Christchurch so all arrangements were made with the manager by telephone or..."
Malcolm Taylor
"We enjoyed lunch at Ti Kouka last week, and were thoroughly impressed with the food. Absolutely delicious. The atmosphere is relaxed and easy. I like..."
Karen Shorter
"Me, my partner and my toddler went here during a Monday lunchtime. It was pretty impressive. We weren't kept waiting and could choose where..."
Reviewer007
"Awesome food great service and very..."
James
"Delicious!!I had line caught fish with cauliflower risotto and coffee. The staff are very nice and helpful. I highly recommend it to..."
Lisa
"Dined at Ti Kouka last night for dinner and was thoroughly enjoyable! Excellent, friendly staff, fabulous fabulous scrummy food at an affordable..."
Aimee Morris
"Out of the way upstairs with an unassuming decor. All of which belie the fact that there is a seriously good chef at work here. We came here to try..."
Kai Luv
"Came here to try their well-known beef brisket burger. Without regret, it was absolutely amazing. So far the best burger I’ve tried. Coffee taste..."
Jay K
"We had scrambled eggs on toast. The service for the eggs was a bit slow, even with not many customers, but the drinks came promptly. The eggs were..."
Alison White
"Lovely little upstairs cafe - couldn't find it at first as was looking at ground floor shops, so look for the sign to guide your way. Polite service..."
Toni Brown
"Had the poached eggs with a side of avocado, and was cooked to perfection. Coffee was beautiful and service was great. Atmosphere is relaxing and..."
Natalie Grant
"Lovely cafe, great coffee, nice amenities. Also really interesting art in here, and a great..."
Matt Aldridge
"Always great service. Delightful decor. Good energy without being loud. Delicious food - the halloumi starter was perfect, and the cubed hashbrowns..."
Truis Ormsby-Martin
"Went there for Wellington on a plate. The burger and beer combo was amazing! Great service..."
Max Makheri
"Not much selection for vegans, but they are happy to help you find something you'd like. The staff were lovely and the ambience was pleasant in our..."
Richard Taylor
"Really friendly staff with great selection of food. Love the relaxed feel of the place. The food was well presented and it tasted soo good. I'm a..."
natesan sabesan
"Great businessbreakfast venue. Entrance a bit hard to..."
Gary Wicks
Gpo
89/100 (970 ratings)
Restaurants
Contemporary
Vegan Options
European
New Zealand
European
Contemporary
New Zealand
Gluten Free Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Gluten Free Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
After-hours
Pesto
Cheesecake
Pancakes
Fish
Seafood Platters
Pasta
Salad
Prawns
Crab
Scallops
Clams
Cheesecakes
Duck
Macarons
Oyster
Macaroons
Risotto
Crawfish
Mussels
Pork
Catfish
Tuna
Cakes
Salmon
Beef
Lamb
Chowder
Sit down
New Zealand
Contemporary
European
Seating
Cash Only
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Valet Parking
Serves Alcohol
Wine and Beer
Parking Available
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Free Wifi
Accepts Credit Cards
Accepts Mastercard
Reservations
Accepts Visa
Accepts American Express
After-hours
Dinner
Lunch
Breakfast
Fine Dining
"Ordered the lamb blackstrap along with the chocolate desert. That blackstrap was amazing the layer of fat added a great texture, the 🍆 was a good..."
#fatlyfe
"Great breakfast buffet selection. loved how the baked beans were homemade and not from a can! Even the sausages and hashbrowns tasted homemade too!..."
Dora The Food Explorer
"We visited tonight to celebrate our recent engagement. After dining twice before, and enjoying the size of the meals we returned today to find a new..."
Natalie
"Just had the most absolutely amazing food experience here! Love the plate concept, sized between entree and main.. so hubbie and I had 2 plates and..."
Kathi Jeeves
"I visited chameleon a couple months ago. I loved it. Still the best restaurant in town. Very lovely staff and delicious food. Recommend it..."
Megha Dogra
"Highly recommended - excellent food and top notch service. Their Mon-Fri business lunch is great value for money ($29 for dish of the day + any side..."
Parcasso
"I have long been a fan of Chameleon Restaurant in Wellington, in fact, my Uncle took me here for lunch to celebrate my 16th birthday, oh so many..."
Wander Wonder Wonton
"Delicious food impeccably served. Great service as well. The special dessert nibbles for our birthday guests was amazing! We're looking forward to..."
Smalljude
"Booked a table for the wifes birthday, and took our two girls as well. Everyone was greeted on arrival which was nice and they had a wee range of..."
Team Thomas
"I ordered a vegan 6 course meal which was delicious and had 3 thoughtful dishes to choose from for the main. It was an impressive menu with helpful..."
Eve
"First rate breakfast buffet. Great selection of meats, eggs, fruits, pastries. The coffee wad full flavoured and strong. Service was first rate...."
TonyF3
"Me and the gf went on a Saturday night due to a recommendation. Greeted by pleasant and professional staff and got seated. Very good waitresses and..."
Eheng Chin
"Service was fast, and the food (set menu for the Royal Edinburgh Tattoo) was interesting and delicious. Had the prosciutto, apricot and feta. And the..."
Sherilyn Skinner
"Such awesome food but wow.. As we weren't guests of the hotel we were subject to some scrutiny from the staff. The feel that the staff gave us was..."
Amanda B
"​We booked for a table of 12 in December for a birthday.  I was looking forward to sampling the summer menu, as I hadn't been since winter which..."
Andrea Skews
"Chameleon won't be the cheapest place you go to, but that is to expected for a restaurant of this class.I've been here several times and..."
Lubbly Jubbly
"My Oh My, This is Such a wonderful restaurant, came here last weekend and had the most wonderful meal. The Deco is beautiful and the menu is changed..."
Christopher Powers
"Fantastic meal. Had the crayfish risotto with wasabi pearls. Couldn't really taste the wasabi but enjoyed the texture. Good amount of crayfish in the..."
Leona
"Restaurant was busy with the Brumbies filling up the restaurant so we dined in the bar today, got the sliders, 3 beef and 3 groper belly, they were a..."
Miss Persistant
"I went to chameleon after work on a weekday. The place looked great after it's refurb. We were warmly greeted and even my kids (5 & 3) we're..."
Mighty Will
"I was invited to dine as a guest to a foodie meet up at Chameleon Restaurant to sample their new autumn menu.When we first arrived we were..."
Jenjaroo
"I have eaten out rather a lot recently. When I was invited along to The Chameleon for dinner with a friend I did't really know what to expect.I..."
Muffin Mum
"Updated review: Went to Chameleon for another family member's birthday the other day and received great service again. The whitebait fritters really..."
LucyGoosey
"I was really looking forward to dining out here and from the look of the menu thought it would be wonderful. The food while in the main did not..."
SJK .
"Great service. Personable waiter. We went for the chocolate degustation menu during Wellington on a Plate, was amazing.Didn't like the..."
Kylie
"The winter menu is fabulous and none of us could help but RAVE about Ricky's flat bread! Delicious. A huge thank you to Saki who took such excellent..."
Bridget
"Its been many years since I have been to Chameleon but went there for dinner last night. My lamb shanks were heavenly, although probably a little too..."
Flossie
"Over the years I have eaten many times here at all times of the day. Personally, I have found the food to be good at lunch and dinner. Breakfast has..."
PeterMS
"Wow, best restaurant in Wellington. Tasty food. Great customer service. Friendly..."
Prasad Perera (TP)
"Amazing food and fantastic service. Great deals for dbl or triple..."
Sam Allen
"This place is a must for people who liked the exquisite dining. The vegan dishes are..."
Christian R. Timmann
"Food was great. But we were sitting under the air con and we all had jackets on but were not asked if we wanted to move. A bit..."
Jodine Waghorn
"Spectacular food and cocktails to match (Cake tin was the best cocktail I have had in New Zealand). Nice and relaxing ambience and very good..."
Jazzy
"Very happy with our dinner from here.  It was very innovative and delicious.  Meat came out a little red to our liking so we asked for it to be..."
Mari S
"Delicious food and great location, underrated as one of the top restaurants in Wellington. Would..."
Hannah Auckram
"Business lunch is very tasty. Nice quality and good mood. I recommended this..."
Jinkook Kim
"Great food and absolutely outstanding service. Elegant décor and a great location in Wellington's..."
Callum McKie (viiQ7C)
"Had an amazing lunch here, i had the duck and my friend had the snapper. Can not fault the food. Also amazing cocktails. As a couple we really..."
Tommy Parry
Dockside
89/100 (3775 ratings)
Restaurants
Vegan Options
Seafood
European
New Zealand
European
New Zealand
Seafood
Gluten Free Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
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Brunch
After-hours
Dinner
Lunch
Fish & Chips
Prawns
Salad
Crab
Scallops
Tempura
Duck
Cakes
Oyster
Calamari
Lamb
Risotto
Fish
Mussels
Fish & chips
Pork
Calamares
Burger
Salmon
Beef
Chowder
Sit down
Seafood
New Zealand
European
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Seating
Accepts Credit Cards
Outdoor Seating
Private Dining
Live Music
Waterfront
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Reservations
Serves Alcohol
Dinner
After-hours
Brunch
Lunch
Mid-range
"Got the 7 course set menu. Was amazing! Our waiter was great, he described the dishes beautifully and had good customer service skills. Was very..."
Hannah-Bradee Phillips
"We went for 7 courses degustation dinner with wine. It was a great choice. Our food guide Joe explained what the chef wanted to achieve, the origin..."
Svetlana S (SvS)
"Had a fantastic meal with my family, a degustation meal with wine paring as an option. The service was excellent, and our waiters' knowledge of food..."
Joanne Goulding
"We had a lovely lunch here. Staff were very good. Great seat by the window looking at the sea. Food was delicious and beautifully presented ...."
Adrienne Giacon
"One of my favorite restaurants in Wellington. They have wonderful selection of seafood platters and my favorites are their chowder, grilled fish or..."
indah nuria Savitri
"We were hoping they had oysters as they said they did the day before, but no. The snapper both tempura and crumbed were both fresh and perfectly..."
Peter Phillips
"The food is impressive, really tasty! Service is great and obviously no complaints on the..."
J H
"Came for the 5 course tasting menu and it was just stunning! Fabulous service and beautiful setting, thank..."
Stacy McIntyre
"Have visited Dockside many times and have always had good meals and staff have been great. If there is any issues, they are quickly addressed...."
Loran McLay
"We were in Wellington recently and wanted to enjoy a more fine dining experience for my partners birthday. I booked us in for the 5 course degustion..."
Steph Chalmers
Whitebait
89/100 (693 ratings)
Restaurants
New Zealand
Gluten Free Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Mediterranean
European
Seafood
Gluten Free Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Dinner
Octopus
Crab
Ice Cream
Scallops
Clams
Ceviche
Oyster
Meringue
Mussels
Crawfish
Tuna
Catfish
Shellfish
Cakes
Salmon
Lamb
Fish
Pork
Swordfish
Prawns
Toasts
Salad
Torte
"We went on a special occasion with friends and had an amazing experience. Decor 5/5, staff 5/5, food 10/5! It is pricey but worth it...."
Dave
"We've heard many great things about this place. So expectations were high. We weren't disappointed. The place has a relaxed feel about it, with warm..."
Mighty Will
"This place is ASTOUNDING! I'd go to Wellington just to eat here. Probably one of the top 3 restaurants I have ever eaten at... Host was so very..."
Megha Dogra
"My friend who is a chef took me to this place for dessert. We tried 3 different dishes. What I had was Feijoa sorbet which was something I never..."
Jimon007
"Fantastic food bursting with flavour. Lots of great fish and seafood choices and a quality wine selection. The service is excellent, friendly and..."
Robert Fairhurst
"Spotted this place whilst searching where to have husbands birthday dinner during our weekend away in Wellington. Menu looked fantastic, similar to..."
NanaKo
"Whitebait was super yum, and felt a bit like a zen Japanese restaurant inside with all the timber and rice paper-esque screening. There was a..."
Nina And Kran
"Service was great, food good but an old fashioned atmosphere. I prefer sister restaurant Charlie Noble. ..."
Ronald Blunt
"Definitely one of my favourites, whitebait offers a relaxed atmosphere combined with fantastic food. The tempura soft shell crab was exquisite,..."
Josh
"It was a wonderful meal, a taste extravaganza with fantastic depth and complexity of flavours. The service was a treat, beautiful location and lovely..."
Bradoncoast
"Absolutely divine food and service. Favourite place in town ! Can't wait for next time. So welcoming and memorable. The harbour views are to die..."
Wendy Hewson
"Trip down to Wellington from the weekend with my girlfriend, so we check this place out since friends recommend it.. Food is really nice since we are..."
Ryan Wong
"Amazing food (seriously - the clams!!!!), fantastic service (great waiter called max was onto it and respectful but also full of personality - great..."
Kate Taylor
"Love love love. Fantastic service - and beautifully cooked food to be expected from the old Whitehouse owners. The decor is.... Interesting, not..."
EpiCurious
"Amazing food . Only thing bar man very rude and bad at..."
Em
"What a restaurant! I was the guest of a party of five people mid week. The atmosphere and the service was inviting. We had the whitebait and the..."
Austin
"One of the best fine dining restaurants in Wellington, history goes back to Whitehouse days. Quality food, presentation and top notch service, great..."
Michael Liang
"Went for a dinner few days ago. The service was excellent , full attention, friendly and professional staff, never pushing after something. The menu..."
Chris Vera
"Highly recommend! Service, food, environment are all just so perfect. Fish stew was amazing, the broth was so tasty. Ceviche was so special. Very..."
Carina Chang
"Went here for the Fathers Day Dinner OMG the food was spectacular my mouth was buzzing singing drooling zinging all at the same time. There was so..."
Miss Persistant
"We took advantage of the "Wellington on a Plate" lunch menu at Whitebait.  Our first visit.  House baked bread (still warm) was a lovely..."
Philip Reeve
"My immediate thought when seated was "Hell, Sydney has finally come to Wellington."A very classy fit out (with one exception - below) with..."
Duncan Galletly
"Was really looking forward to trying this restaurant after reading a review in NZ Cuisine mag.  Of course, when dining out, the food is always the..."
Kklovestoeat
"Whitebait is the most recent venture by Paul Hoather who previously owned the Whitehouse restaurant which has permanently closed to give way to the..."
Rosemary Young
"Outstanding seafood restaurant. Light and tasty entrees (recommend the ceviche), perfectly prepared mains, finished off with a fantastic dessert..."
Airw0lf
"A sophisticated faultless contemporary fine dining restaurant with service and food to match. Worth the walk down the wharf. Outstanding fish dishes...."
Adriennenz
"Took my partner to whitebait for her birthday. Good atmosphere. Good food. Good wine choice.Will def recommend and be back.King crab salad..."
Hubert Cheng
"The food was excellent, well presented and tasted great, but missing the wow factor.Ambience and service was as expected with the style of..."
Elliott Breen
"Great food,Excellent service, not a fault. i had the King salmon entree, mushroom lasagne and vanilla panacota. The meals were very quick to come out..."
Derek Wallace
"A cold wet Saturday night in Wellington is not the best timeto decide to dine at Whitebait. If you do, get dropped at the door and make..."
TTAG Team
"I've heard a lot about Whitebait - the fresh and reinvigorated culinary energy that the Wellington waterfront/Oriental Parade so deserves and..."
Wilson Chau
"Excellent food. Had the tasting menu, was delicious. Also the wine pairing was good. But taking a bootle would have been cheaper. Anyway, depends..."
Oliver Plank
"Very nicely prepared seafood with great flavour pairings. The four course meal was a bit heavy both in terms of size and flavoring for our tastes. ..."
Bruce Hamilton
"Great spot in Wellington harbor. The food was spectacular and innovative. We particularly loved the kingfish dish. Service was attentive and super..."
David Gonzalez
"Great food and extremely friendly and helpful staff. They helped us pick food and wine, but weren't pushing for us to over order or get more..."
Christie Buchholz
"This is fine dining at its best. With a great location, amazing ambience, friendly service and outstanding food, Whitebait is definitely in the top..."
Sujata Annavarapu
"Definitely for those into fine dining. Interesting flavour combinations - almost every bite was a taste explosion. Staff were friendly and..."
Rebecca Harvey
"Absolutely amazing. Heart-warming service, delicious food. The 4-course menu is definitely enough for one female. Among the dishes we had, the..."
Natasha Xiong
""The best Waterfront Restaurant in Wellington, New Zealand" True! Seafood (I recommend Orongo Bay Oysters, Russell, North Island NZ), fish or meat,..."
Elvira SELISCHI
"Great restaurant with some interesting dishes and attentive staff. Wine list is well balanced..."
DANNY Kwon
"Went there last year for my Birthday......Customer service excellent & the food was..."
NKR MRE
Cashmere Lounge Restaurant & Bar
88/100 (528 ratings)
Restaurants
Wine Bar
Gluten Free Options
International
Vegan Options
European
European
Vegetarian Friendly
New Zealand
International
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Dinner
Lunch
Duck
Oyster
Salmon
Tapas
Beef Cheeks
Lamb
Beef
Pork
Salad
European
International
New Zealand
Street Parking
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Parking Available
Free off-street parking
Full Bar
Cash Only
Digital Payments
Free Wifi
Accepts Credit Cards
Accepts Mastercard
Accepts Visa
Reservations
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"A huge asset to Khandallah. Really lovely, warm, cosy aesthetic - you do feel right at (your upmarket) home. The menu was very well thought out,..."
Anna
"If you want a guaranteed great night out with beautiful food and wine, this is the place to come to. The lamb blackstrap is lovely, the venison so..."
Kris
"Had a dinner  on a spur of a moment. Service was attentive, food exquisitely delicious.  Every meal had unexpected twist in taste. Well presented,..."
Tanja Injac
"Great vibe, awesome service and delicious food! The share plates are fantastic - especially the Middle Eastern Lamb and the market fish! We will..."
Cherie Knights
"Out of the way, quiet but cozy atmosphere with beautiful food and a great wine list. Highly recommended for brunch + dinner. Enjoyed the clam..."
Will Rossiter
"Have been a few times now and every time this little resteraunt had been superb. Both for dinner and brunch. Innovative , tasty and great service...."
Fred Phillips
"We have been here a handful of times for dinner and today brunch. The food on each visit has been exceptional and we have had consistently good..."
FurryBrownGuy
"The Cashmere Lounge is such a a yummy place to eat out with a great atmosphere. The food is amazing and very presentable. Along with this, the..."
Nicole Ballantyne
"A great and unique experience! Very pleasant and relaxing environment, very attentive front of house staff and extreme attention to detail with the..."
John Price
"What a great place! Tucked away in khandallah this restaurant offer fantastic food for sharing, and has a cozy atmosphere. The master stock beef..."
EpiCurious
"Excellent, amazing food. If you want a gastronomic experience then this is definitely the place to go. This was our second visit and I can't believe..."
Kim Bannon
"Une adresse incontournable à Wellington. Nous avons passé un très bon moment dans ce bar à vin, l’accueil est chaleureux, les assiettes..."
Magda Vackova
"I visited the Cashmere Lounge for the first time this weekend and it was such a great experience I had to write a review.  The host was so..."
Kez Sarge
"Called into Khandallah's Cashmere Lounge for the first time today. I really enjoyed the experience. It has a really relaxed cool vibe, great winelist..."
John Jackson
"This is a new restaurant and a new concept for Khandallah - tapas style. Ambience is excellent and there is an extensive wine list. The service was..."
Brenda Dykes
"Went here for lunch. Really enjoyed the food and the rest of our table did as well. Will certainly go back. There is a good menu to select from and..."
Peter
"We enjoyed a lovely meal last week to celebrate our Dad's 70th Birthday. The food, drinks and service from Gary was outstanding. Everything is very..."
Emily Drummond
"I recently visited the Cashmere Lounge Restaurant and Bar and was thoroughly impressed with my experience. From start to finish, the service was..."
Morne Smart
"Excellent service and food! Thank you for making an effort to arrange a table for us :) Steak and Lamb were excellently done, Salmon was very well..."
papier
"The Cashmere Lounge is a very cool atmospheric neighbourhood restaurant. Menu offers something for everyone. The quality of the ingredients skills..."
The Ubiquitus Gastronaut
"It has been a while since we had a decent dinner out in Wellington, and glad we stopped by. Everything we had was excellent in taste, with friendly..."
Navin K
"My wife and I have been on the search for a really, really great steak. And tonight, after more than a year of searching high and low in New Zealand,..."
Duncan Cramer
"For us, my husband and I, it's one of the two places to go in Khandallah ❤️✨ When we are here, we don't regret the town and its..."
Elvira SELISCHI
"Stunning food and service. Great to have a top class local dining option with some familiar faces. Will go back. Many..."
Geoff
"Mark and his staff were once again superb, and the food divine. Thanks for a relaxing, warm and enjoyable evening of food and..."
Brodie Sadgrove
"We celebrated our 44th wedding anniversary here last night: the service was top notch and the food was superb. Recommended as a venue to celebrate..."
Harvey Watts