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Shed 5 Bar & Restaurant
93/100 (2617 ratings)
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Calamari
Risotto
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Accepts American Express
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"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)
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Lamb
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"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)
Egmont Street Eatery
92/100 (1793 ratings)
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"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
Mariluca Ristoro
91/100 (926 ratings)
Restaurants
Italian
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Italian
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
After-hours
Dinner
Lunch
Lasagne
Saltimbocca
Beef
Lamb
Bruschette
Eggplant
Pesto
Pasta
Fish
Duck
Risotto
Prawns
Tiramisu
Sit down
Italian
Full Bar
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Serves Alcohol
After-hours
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"We had a lovely night at MariLuca Ristoro. The staff were so welcoming and friendly. We ordered the gnocchi and half chicken and it was delicious...."
Lee Heang
"I've been here a couple of times and have always remembered this place fondly. Really has a craving for Italian pasta for the whole week and was so..."
Cabnolen Moon
"Lucked in on having lunch at Mari Luca, the staff service was top notch, the food was great though I would recommend some dishes over others. The..."
SChan
"Great carbonara pasta, very filling and rich flavour. The risotto was pretty good too but a bit too watery. Service was amazing, very friendly and..."
Yaroslava Podporina
"This spot has quickly become my favourite restaurant in Wellington, with fantastic service and delicious meals. You step inside and you are..."
Melty Tracks
"Just perfect. Fine dining, great service, comfortable relaxed setting and wonderful food. Every item or group ordered was excellent. Not the..."
Jon Blenkhorn (JonB1576)
"This restaurant was a lucky find, very close to our Hotel. The food is amazing! We will definitely be returning on our next Wellington trip. Very..."
Graham Watson
"Great little Italian place quite hidden but gives you a real Italian vibe. The pasta is same test as in Italy, really worth it even though it's quite..."
Ralf Klis
"Great place for cozy dinner with loved ones. Entree are delicious and awesome. Recommend the seafood. Mains are filling and mildly tasty. You may..."
Charlie Dichoso
"Delicious food and nice service. Will be keen to go back next time I'm up in Wellington. Would recommend booking, as seemed very..."
Kate Fox
The Thistle Inn
91/100 (2191 ratings)
Restaurants
Gastropub
Vegan Options
New Zealand
Gastropub
Bar
New Zealand
Pub
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Bar
Pub
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
After-hours
Brunch
Drinks
Dinner
Fish & chips
Lamb
Bruschette
Fish
Salad
Pork
Scallops
Tuna
Salmon
Fish & Chips
Prawns
Burger
Sit down
Bar
Pub
Gastropub
New Zealand
Digital Payments
Seating
Free Wifi
Table Service
Accepts Credit Cards
Wheelchair Accessible
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Serves Alcohol
Television
Highchairs Available
Accepts Mastercard
Accepts Visa
Private Dining
Accepts American Express
Live Music
Cash Only
Reservations
Full Bar
Dinner
After-hours
Drinks
Brunch
Mid-range
"I eat out 2-3 times per week most weeks. The Thistle is possibly Wellington's best kept dining experience secret. The food is fab, the staff are..."
Sean Wilson
"The thistle inn is a amazing place to have functions, (my wedding) from the very beginning and right up until the day they were friendly and..."
Laura Jones
"Had my 50th birthday party at the Thistle inn..was a great night and can't fault the staff as they were awesome � Thoroughly recommend for a..."
Carolyn Davies
"Awesome atmosphere yummy food and just a great place to drink quality wine and..."
Di Hutton
"I worked for the Thistle Tavern back in the 90's with my Dad and it was a favourite drinking spot for many of my uncles back in the day before it was..."
Alina Watson
"Wonderful evening last night at the Thistle. Superb wine matching and wonderful food - the smoked pork was the choice of two of my companions,..."
Rob McGregor
"Great food, great staff. Already making plans to..."
Morgan Ruigrok
"THistle Inn has been a favourite of my group of friends for some time. I have just enjoyed a birthday lunch there today with four of my friends. ..."
Elizabeth Johnstone
"Very attentive service, top-notch seafood chowder, and a nice piece of coffee-chocolate fudge to go with the..."
Malcolm Stayner
"Amazing feel to the pub. Has a very homely feel to it. Great selection of ales on tap and the staff are amazing too. Good work guys..."
William Allsop
"Gr8t place 4 the occasion . Warm and friendly..."
Annabelle Butler
"Great food and fabulous service from Kate last night. Would definitely reccommend..."
Amy Toomath
"Amazing service, food and ambience. Will definitely be back next time we are in wellywood! Ps. Pork crackling..."
Anna Laurent
"Looked after us for years while Wellington hosted the 7s. Will be sadly missed now it's moved to..."
Josh Te Kowhai
"Went there to celebrate my nephew's birthday.... just perfect for the occasion. Excellent food and amazing service (one of the nicest people ever....."
Monica Shin
"We had booked a room for a private function - staff Christmas Dinner. The actual place is so big that there were a variety of rooms and lots of other..."
Toakase Misa
"Booked the Marquee for the work Christmas Do. Jess made it stress free and was very helpful. They also had a booklet of package/platter options which..."
Kaisa Beech
"Excellent experience. Beautiful food. Great service, even a tour of the old building. Thank you. Made our visit to wellington extra special..."
joanna Oldham brown
"Had a great Friday night at the Thistle! Ordered the 2 for 1 October burger special. Outstandingly delicious. Staff were super friendly and..."
Carole Edwards Butters
"Great atmosphere, staff are super helpful and nice. Shoestring fries are some of the best in the..."
Damian
"Atmosphere, dining room venue amazing. Staff were superb and food fabulous. Follow up checking all was well after main course great. Strongly..."
Linda Patterson
"We saw a recommendation to visit The Thistle Inn for a meal by our hotel (social media post). We visited on a rainy night on 19 September. We were..."
Rebecca HH
"Historical place, my elderly supervisor could recall memories from his young age! The walls and floors are full of antiques. It gives a nice feeling..."
Roman Mortuza
"Very clean and comfortable dining environment Delicious meal with good..."
Fergus Mao
"A big thank you to the team, they really look after you regardless what you need. from gluten free to diary free they cater for it and the gluten..."
Hubert Kuzel
"My first time here at this absolute gem of a place. It's warm and inviting, casual yet sophisticated. The service was attentive and friendly, and..."
Georgie Ferrari
"I enjoyed the atmosphere. They were playing some jazzy type upbeat music. It was unexpectedly nice. I had the Butternut risotto. Very rich. Tasted..."
William Nachand
"It's our favourite bar in Wellington - lovely old pub that's been tastefully renovated. Great food and superb bar staff. Always have 2 or 3..."
John Hancock
"The private function room was perfect for celebrating a 50th wedding anniversary lunch with family and friends. The staff were very attentive, and..."
Barbara Gault
"Wow a great lunch with a friend. Impressive menu and impeccably executed. My scallops with black pudding was lovely and the accompanying salad..."
Wendy Page
"They are the epitome of hospitality. Service and food were top notch with very knowledgable and professional staff members who are passionate about..."
Panz C
La Bella Italia
89/100 (2723 ratings)
Restaurants
Central-Italian
Pizza
Italian
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Cafe
Deli
Mediterranean
European
Pizza
European
Mediterranean
Italian
Gluten Free Options
Tuscan
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Gluten Free Options
Brunch
Dinner
Lunch
Cakes
Cheesecake
Cassata
Lamb
Bruschette
Pesto
Fish
Pasta
Pork
Salad
Antipasti
Clams
Tiramisu
Calamari
Risotto
Lasagne
Mussels
Cannelloni
Tuna
Ice Cream
Calamares
Gelato
Salmon
Arancini
Crepes
Ragu
Sit down
Pizza
European
Mediterranean
Central-Italian
Tuscan
Italian
Free off-street parking
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Free Wifi
Accepts Credit Cards
Reservations
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Street Parking
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Wine and Beer
Parking Available
Brunch
Dinner
Lunch
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
Charley Noble Eatery & Bar
88/100 (3570 ratings)
Restaurants
Gluten Free Options
Grill
Steakhouse
New Zealand
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Steakhouse
Grill
New Zealand
Gluten Free Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Brunch
Drinks
Dinner
Lunch
Pesto
Burger
Fish
Pork
Chowder
Parfait
Fish & chips
Fish & Chips
Beef
Prawns
Pasta
Octopus
Salad
Arancini
Chili
Beef Cheeks
Crab
Duck
Lamb Shoulder
Oyster
Lamb
Risotto
Bruschette
Profiteroles
Sit down
New Zealand
Grill
Steakhouse
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Digital Payments
Free Wifi
Accepts Credit Cards
Accepts Mastercard
Accepts Visa
Accepts American Express
Dinner
Lunch
Drinks
Brunch
Mid-range
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Storm Te Hira
"Amazing Service was unquestionably the best we've experienced for a long time The flavours of the food was excellent The portions just..."
Moods
"Had the bruschetta to start which was delicious and I would highly recommend to anyone looking for a light entre. The pork for a main was..."
Kate.mcpherson123
"It was my first time in Wellington and I found the place on Zomato. Decided to try it and as soon as I got in, the manager (i think) greeted me. The..."
Ellynn
"Exceptional food, service and wine! Every dish ordered was met with food envy from our table of 6! All photos taken on old phone that died..."
Sungsam7
"Charley Noble has been recommended as an out of towner by quite a few people. Food was top notch and the service too. Drinks menu is pretty..."
Flippynz
"I had the duck and it was delish! Great atmosphere, eventhough it was quite busy it was quieter than most busy restaurants. My dessert; while..."
FOOD Wars
"My daughter and I had an excellent meal. Oysters were fresh and juicy. The bruschetta with goats cheese was different but tasty. The star of the..."
Amit Tuteja
"They have the BEST TRUFFLE FRIES!crunchy but light, sauces are also delicious! aged steak also great, medium is just right with no blood! Will..."
Yue Zhang
"Lovely spot. Didn’t know it was there to be honest but after having a lovely brekky, with attentive and friendly service will absolutely be back...."
Seamus
"Lovely dinner in Wellington, see they have won awards for the last few years, nice building and atmosphere loved the grilled tuna, might go for..."
Alison Lally
"Very popular eatery/bar based in a lovely old building near the wharf. Happy to prop at the bar until table was ready (quick at 10 mins considering..."
Nitty
"Great food and a warm group of happy inviting wait staff, even if the waiter was a little preoccupied at first.The pot pie I had tasted well..."
Luke Thomson
"This is one of our favourite restaurants in Wellington. Been here a number of times and food is consistently good except one time the oysters were..."
Harvey
"My last meal in Wellington was with my son here for lunch. The staff were very friendly and didn’t have any problems answering my questions..."
Miffy7
"The menu is huge. We didn’t order much starters. Instead I ordered two mains for myself, loved both spaghetti and ravioli. I am a pasta person and..."
Jess
"We’ve been a few times and this restaurant has become our benchmark. Nowhere else measures up to the incredible food, professional but not fussy..."
Jeannine Thomas
"Very popular place. Staff are knowledgeable and friendly. Very good food and great presentation. All four of us were impressed. Keep up the great..."
Bruce Mackintosh
"Had dinner here last Friday and it was a great experience. Staff were very polite and accommodating. The restaurant was full but they seated us at..."
Bonnie Emma
"My friend and I landed in Wellington super late after a super rocky flight and we just wanted to find a restaurant that was still open that did..."
Jessica Li
"Had dinner with family at this restaurant last night.  The food was divine.  Ravioli was to die for, sirloin and eye fillet steaks beautifully..."
Sharon Haines
"If you’re looking to enjoy world-class dining with quality New Zealand produce while you’re in the Land of the Long White Cloud, then you’re in..."
Wander Wonder Wonton
"One of the best meals out I've had in a while. The wait staff were all friendly, helpful and good at their job, even the people out the back seemed..."
Sally
"Wonderful dinner with fantastic food and an even better waitress. Too full to try dessert but the pork belly was delicious! Excellent fries as..."
Alanna Adams
"This restaurant already on my "Wellington must go list." I wish I can try all the drinks and foods that on the menu. The ambience of the restaurant..."
Yongshan Zhu
"We both had options from the create your own selection for breakfast and the food was excellent and quick to come. We will definitely remember this..."
Megha Dogra
"Good for you (ladies) if you are looking for posh ambience to have your dinner. Opened the door and you will be greeted by waiters who unbuttoned the..."
AA
"Lunch here today. Wine selection was great, gluten free options were plentiful and the service was faultless. The food was super tasty. I wouldn't..."
Mary T-soon
"Friday lunch, the amount of people that swarm this place is amazing, the rate in which tables are turned over exceeds expectations yet every table is..."
James Scott
"We went for a family birthday recwntly.Oysters and steak was delish! Love their watermelon juice. So refeeshing!Casual dining and the staff..."
Sovy Taing
"Have been here for several times and every each time was so amazing. The service here is friendly and the dishes are really good. Ordered the Charley..."
Xiaofan Zhou
"When prepping to go to Charley Noble, every time I mentioned it, I was met with a "oh I love that place" or "I really want to go there". As you can..."
RaeRae
"LOVED the menu, especially the raw bar. Outstanding wood-fire steak and seafood, ridiculously fresh produce and gorgeous flavours, brilliant beverage..."
Anonny Moose
"Great place, service and food. Always a go-to for a decent dinner- try and sit along the raw bar looking into the kitchen if dining as a couple..."
Theo
"Food was amazing!Staff were friendly, but a bit hit and miss. Half the table got cutlery/ plates and the other half had to ask where theirs..."
Hephaestia
"We grabbed dinner here on a Friday night and it was busy. You should definitely book! The food was awesome I loved my burger, great flavours and..."
Rebecca MacDonald
"Went there last week and got a table straight away. The service from a visiting Young man fromFrance was personal and attentive. Excellent lamb..."
Ken Romeril
"One of Wellingtons standout venues, food is always of a high standard and very tasty. Service normally to match. It has fast become the place to go....."
Ronald Blunt
"I have wanted to eat here for a while but had been put off by the no reservations policy. As it turned out the place is large and there was no..."
Auckland Food Tours
"Great service, good wine list, a menu with good variety and one of the best steaks in town. Tonight I started with bluff oysters, followed by the..."
Stefan Thieu
"Excellent service, very attentive, patient wait staff and comfortable atmosphere. Similarly excellent wine menu and the house made sourdough we had..."
Shannon T
"Visited in early May 2016. French waiter had been in NZ for 1 month. Amazing service! Food was incredible. Great to see such an open kitchen. A pure..."
FoodisAwesome
"Returned back to my old home (and favourite city!) Wellington for a few days so decided to try out a new-ish eatery in the city after hearing lots of..."
Rhi Godwin
"Yummy yummy!!! Absolutely 5 for this one!!!! Highly recommend this!!!! The crab bisque is really delicious, it's not like a soup, the flavor is so..."
Linshiqin829
"Charley noble is one of my favorite places to go in Wellington. Their arancini balls are fantastic. Service is great. All round great place...."
Sjmc
"Fine dining experience that was very nice. The flavours were great, the service was excellent and the menu would cater to all tastes. It was fairly..."
James Cole
"Amazing place. A friend and I really wanted pork belly with crackling and found this place through Zomato. Every single staff member we interacted..."
Lezel Botha
"Great service and food here. Have been here on a handful of occassions and on the last one came for dessert after wow because it was right across the..."
Vicki Wong
"Many people have recommended coming here for dinner so we finally did on a Sat evening in early January and were able to get a seat. The restaurant..."
Lily_nz80
"Just had a grey night out, the food was amazing and the service was good and friendly.Went for dinner with another couple, was worried at the..."
Eileen Basher
"Very accommodating staff. Good service Sirloin was the best i have had in New Zealand. My wife's Pumpkin Ravioli with Ameretti was simply..."
Hans Caspersz
"An early dinner for two after a long day. We were seated quickly despite a full bar. A delectable red was suggested by the friendly waitress and..."
Clarkie
"This was an incredible dinning experience. The food was full of flavour, beautifully presented and the perfect portion size to savour and enjoy. This..."
Tyler Mcbride
"simply beautiful delight. Welcoming staff. Warm Atmosphere. Real tasty foods. Nice bar. Organized set up. Only thing disappointed me was..."
One Way
"Amazing restaurant.loved the fresh food, drinks that complemented the dishes unbelievably well, bustling atmosphere, friendly service and..."
J Isla
"Went here on Thursday night not realising WOW was on across the road. Got there just before 6pm and scored the last table. Service was very friendly,..."
Neat Eats
"I love this place. Original menus with very fresh food, the steaks are amazing although expensive. Recomend the arancini and the pigs tail salad...."
EpiCurious
"Had the Wellington on a plate menu, 2 courses and a drink for $35. Everything was well presented and delicious and bought out in a timely fashion...."
Miss Persistant
"Really good service with a delicious meal. The atmosphere at Charley Noble is lively and inviting. Presentation of the meal was really well executed..."
George Ahern
"It was my partners birthday and we chose Charley Noble to celebrate; which, we were both quite excited about as neither of us had been before - and..."
Sean P E Fleming
"Out to lunch with work today, dining on the set menu which included mains of Lamb Sausages, Ravioli or Fish. All three were presented in style, my..."
Vaughan
"Had a great meal here the other night, the atmosphere was amazing and the interior design was absolutely stunning, reminded me of the American movie..."
Lesley Chen
"Great atmosphere, with fantastic decor. The chicken liver parfait was tremendous to start, as was the lamb shoulder. Professional and super friendly..."
Josh
"One of the best places for dinner. Always a good time with just two people or four. Good atmosphere. Food is always going to be good, no doubt about..."
Hubert Cheng
"Well, sadly not impressed when I visited this place. I must admit that I have visited it about 6 months ago, so perhaps I should pay them a visit..."
Jean Coteau
"Cant fault this place. I have an egg allergy and a gluten intolerance (LUCKY!) but the staff here were incredible, there is a full GF menu, the staff..."
Team Thomas
"Tried the whole menu here. The Burger and Chips and the Lamb are the best dishes on the menu.Burger & Chips: You get to see the burger being..."
Rahul Mohanty
"Amazing food but skip dessert and coffee. The food was amazing. Started with grilled octopus and polenta along with arancini balls and taramasalata...."
Www.love2eat.com.au
"Firstly I want to say they have whole gluten free menu. Yay no food envy for me, no skipping over the menu to find the gluten free options – they..."
Mind The Crumbs
"We too were here on Saturday night. We were prepared for a LONG wait but were keen to dine here. We checked in at the front of house and were advised..."
Philip Reeve
"We went here because it was listed by Cuisine Magazine website as one of the best places in Wellington to dine. We were thrilled with our choice -..."
Philippa Bannerman
"Great food, great atmosphere, great service and friendly staff. Relaxed atmosphere in a lovely building. Had the monkfish special, pork belly,..."
Jeremy Kirk-Smith
"Lovely food all round especially the scotch steak and the profiteroles. Very busy though. Had to wait over 30 mins for a table which shows how busy &..."
Phil Jones
"Always busy and a with a wait at the bar, but bar staff friendly and attentive.  Food high standard and delicious.  A big wait for and between..."
CCb
"Absolutely delicious! This place is constantly booked out and the atmosphere is electric! Love it. Pork belly is worth a try. Great wine list too...."
Humbleluxury
"Nice food, interesting menu and the portions aren't too small, but the drinks prices are actually nuts. I don't think I've ever paid $12 for a..."
Alex Galletty
"Magnificent food and use of NZ produce at its finest. Charley Noble lifts the calibre of the Wellington culinary space to new levels. I think winning..."
Wilson Chau
"Oysters are to die for! Wow, stayed here for an hour it was cray good. Me and my boy had a great time, thanks charley..."
Saskia Wallace
"The first thing you notice about Charley Noble is the cool vibe...and the beautiful people who dine there :) The service was impeccable, never..."
Minnie Sarmiento Tabilog
"Our family had dinner there last Thursday night and it was excellent! Great food and friendly service. We tried the arancini and bruschetta starters,..."
Briony Dyson
"Have eaten here a few times now and it's currently the best meat restaurant in Wellington. Dined here as a group and had a wide selection of the..."
Susan Harding
"One of the best meals I've had in a long time, great setting, good service and possibly the best piece of pork I've ever had.Wanted to go back..."
Cameron N
"One of the best restaurants I have been to in a long time. We had a group that kept changing its number of people. The staff were great, very..."
Robyne L
"Absolutely beautiful! Fantastic decor, open and spacious. The oysters were a favourite, we sampled quite a few entrees and mains, all were..."
Kerry M
"Had a fantastic time here. Me and 2 friends sat at the counter overlooking the kitchen.It was so fascinating to watch. One of my friends..."
The Guppy
"Why haven't I heard or been to this place before?! Amazing food, seriously good. I was lucky enough to be included with my wife's work dinner party..."
Brewski
"Best meal/restaurant/service/atmosphere I have encountered in a long time. Can't wait to go back. Our waiter was awesome - recommending wines and..."
Rhiannon Smith
"Popped in for tea. We had the lamb, spaghetti and the creme caramel. Brilliant. Food was excellent, served up reasonably quickly by a very..."
JG
"Absolutely loved this place. The food is outstanding and I especially like the charcoal burning grill. I had the pigs tail and the lamb shoulder..."
Dan King
"Charley Noble is setting the standard and bringing in a new flavour to the Wellington Hospitality scene, and it is making people stand up and take..."
Irene Charlton
"What's not to like about this place - fabulous food, great service and wonderful setting. I thoroughly recommend it. We went along early to..."
Dawn Baggaley
"Bruschetta with the beans and asparagus - great and surprisingly tastyThe main - pasta - please order a big serving - and it was the most..."
Debbie Baker
"Outstanding service with a fantastic menu, something for everyone. Comfortable seating which is a must and no loud vicious music to yell over. The..."
Barbara Sellers
"Visited Charley Noble for lunch and I was impressed! We were limited for time, but found the service to be friendly and efficient and our food..."
Lance H
"We went for lunch. Burgers were very good, pot pie excellent, snapper a little on the small side but very well cooked. All presented very well. Staff..."
Rory Wilsher
"Delicious lunch - gourmet fish and chips for myself and the pasta for Madame ( with tomato and seafood) with friendly attentive service in comfy..."
Gretupar Tamshivinka
"Everything bout that place is awesome friendly waiters to constantly check on us and superb food. The lamb is a literal must try it’s one of the..."
TheKidfoodie
"Delicious and memorable meal! The lamb and beef were devine. Tasty dessert as well. A well executed dining experience on all fronts - food,..."
Alex
"First time in a real restaurant for years, forgot how loud they are! Came here because my mate Celine recommended their steaks and we both forgot it..."
Ryan B
"Excellent service , head straight from airport and the staff offer to store my luggage. The best lamb dish i ever had and i am not the lamb go to..."
Vincent Ho
"Charley Noble is always an exquisite delight to visit, from the beautiful interior to the well informed wait staff. This was the Wild Venison and..."
Sasha Hovinga
"We had a lovely time at Charley Noble, great food and a nice relaxing vibe. I would definitely come back for another steak!..."
Chris Lamb
"We ate and had drinks here tonight and everything was wonderful we arrived early so had a drink at the bar before heading to our table the bartender,..."
Zoë Palmer
"Wow, I can't believe how good the Scotch Fillet (medium rare with peppercorn sauce) at Charley Noble's was. Not only that, the tempura oysters too...."
Mark Doyle
"We had a lovely dinner, both had the eye fillet and it was delicious, melt in your mouth type of delicious. The peas had bacon and parmesan through..."
Julie Bukutu
"Excellent food and atmosphere. Open kitchen and unique..."
Razvan Tudor Toma
"Didn't make dinner reservation, but the staff was really nice. We came back after an hour and viola!!.. Ordered the steak and fries and it was..."
Jenny Lim
"Dinner was exceptional. Every morsel a delight. Atmosphere was fun and energetic. Stella, our server, was pleasant and attentive, everyone on staff..."
Kevin Chan
"Perfect! The waiter was amazing! Ambers service was top notch. We were well looked after, she got our orders correct and even remembered who ordered..."
Hayley Reynolds
"Amazing food! Great ambience! Lovely presentation skills of the food! Just for the service part - piece of advise - no matter how busy, stressful,..."
Aarti M
"Just amazing! Located in town, this restaurant is an institution in Wellington. Service is great, place is big and beautiful (a bit noisy, but I..."
Mia
"The food is delicious. It’s so much more than just a steakhouse. Every bite of food was sensational, the flavours were melt in your mouth good. The..."
Sarah Thomas
"Very decent 'casual fine dining' I'd call it. Prices fair for the quality of what you get and the service from wait staff was great, special shout..."
Jarrod Van Berkel
"My favourite restaurant ever! Amazing food, flawless service, and always such a beautiful vibe. The artichoke bruschetta and apple tart cannot be..."
Josie Cochrane
"Lovely meal here, restaurant is in a beautiful building, lovely staff and great service. Food was great. Union Pacific cocktail was lovey but the..."
Adam Gootkin
Cin Cin
88/100 (2119 ratings)
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Tiramisu
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Lasagne
Salad
Calamari
Carbonara
Risotto
Gelato
Mussels
Arancini
Calamares
Chocolate mousse
Bruschette
Pesto
Fish
Pork
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European
Italian
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Pizza
Serves Alcohol
Wine and Beer
Seating
Highchairs Available
Table Service
Full Bar
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Takeout
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Accepts Visa
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Mid-range
"Friendly customer service. Didn’t have a booking for an evening meal, but was able to get a table for two. Had the special entree, stuffed zucchini..."
Chelsea
"Have been here a few times before, the restaurant has a very cool 'little Italy' vibe. the servers are sometimes not super friendly which is a shame..."
Kate.mcpherson123
"My boyfriend and I went to this restaurant to celebrate our anniversary. All the food and atmosphere were so great, especially in winter, sitting..."
Vicky Yiu
"Nice place. A little slow, but it was busy. Food was great. Cheap and cheerful- not pretentious. Will definitely be back. Casual dining at its best..."
Seamus
"Absolutely Amazing. Best Italiano Cucina in town bar none in my humble opinion. Great atmosphere. Wonderful staff. Great music. Will definitely be..."
Dustin Robert Parr
"I went last night with my partner we had a fabulous evening. I will bring my family and friends. I would like to say thank you to John you were so..."
Maraki Neonakis
"Came here for dinner the other day and to be honest hadn't been here for ages and the last time the experience was seriously underwhelming. This time..."
Jade Amber
"Food is fabulous, despite the menu saying there could be a wait it came out very quickly. Service is excellent. Only downfall is it's extremely hot..."
Robyn Wilson
"Dinner at 6pm on a week day. It was busy. I've never been here before and the thing that struck me most was the size of the place once you're inside...."
Sean P E Fleming
"We enjoyed our first time at CC.  Owner and staff were very friendly and helpful.  The Calamari was very tasty and the snapper was perfectly cooked..."
Harvey
"Aside from having to practically scream at the person next to me to be heard, had an absolutely fab dinner. Calamari best I've ever had, pork and..."
Megha Dogra
"Orders two pizzas. These were nice, prices were a little high given the whole concept of minimalist pizza toppings. Pleased to find a gluten free..."
Cookingkenny
"First time at CinCin and it was extremely pleasant. The atmosphere was lovely and I really enjoyed the live music. Our server was polite and..."
Brooklynstoddart
"This is my favourite restaurant. Brilliant choices in the pasta, the pizzas are fantastic and the steak, pork and fish.... there's nothing I don't..."
Sam Fisher
"Good food but price was a bit higher than average Italian places in town. A good selection of dishes. I liked my choice of pork fennel pasta. The..."
Christian
"I went there with my wife and daughter on a Saturday night and it was very busy. We didn't have a booking but we got fitted in by the staff. We got..."
Ian De Terte
"I visited CinCin for the first time last night. The food, service and atmosphere were lovely. I had the PROSCIUTTO salad, which I often do when..."
Fern
"Very nice salad! However waitresses were rushing and not very professional. A girl threw the dish onto the table and ran away. I know it's fast pace..."
Thanh Hà
"We enjoyed a fantastic meal, there was no discernible difference between eating here and eating they same meal in Italy. We will definitely be back...."
Royden Shierlaw
"Food has always been good. The service is great and you aren't kept waiting long. Food gets to the table really quick which is awesome. The decor is..."
Monique
"Def recommend to anyone, this photo doesn't even do it justice!! So delicious, dairy free options for most dishes and wow so filling!! Service is..."
Kelsi Butler
"Recommended by the hotel we were at. $100 paid. I had the rabbit ravioli which was very good although $25 for 5 pieces of pasta was in my opinion a..."
Spanner
"Lovely place, beautiful food and the best service in town - a super special place for any occasion and highly recommend to all that want real Italian..."
Briarley Laban
"Our restaurant of choice for any family celebration, Food delicious and the staff ? couldn't get better. I had the special of the evening Paua..."
Vivienne Parker
"Everything about our experience here was amazing. It was our anniversary dinner and we couldn't have picked a better place. Can't fault the..."
Anastasia Haidakis George
"Cin Cin is a true Italian Restaurant in Wellington, NZ. We dined on the Tuesday after New Years and the place was packed. Worth noting there was no..."
James Blass
"Me and my sister were craving Italian food and have decided to have dinner at this place. The staff were very accommodating and friendly as soon as..."
Foooodie Explorer
"Thanks to John and the team for another great experience at Cin Cin. Our 5 year old specifically chose to go to Cin Cin to celebrate her fifth..."
Mighty Will
"Thank you so much for fitting us in after WOW 2016 .... Such a great show had to be finished with some great food so we came here as they have Vegan..."
Coz I Can
"I guess when you have a large group with an appetite for great food it's only fitting that you make a special evening out of it. Last night one of my..."
Mana
"Fabulous restaurant! Had dinner (4 adults, 2 kids) at CinCin last night - pizzas were delicious, carbonara was delicious, seafood linguine was..."
Vanessa Bradford
"Fabulous. Flavour, Fun, Friendship, Family, and Value. I don't know if CinCin is considered to be one of those in places to "be seen", but it's a..."
EMN
"The food here was delicious! They catered to gluten-free and vegetarian, everything came out quickly and the staff were lovely. They even let our..."
Stacy Heyman
"What an excellent restaurant with super friendly and efficient service. I had the pepperoni pizza and the delicious chocolate torta for desert...."
Ross
"Overall good mood and friendly service. The food came out timely however unfortunately the pasta was not al dente. The calamari and garlic bread was..."
Couple Of Cheap Westies
"Fantastic food, great atmosphere. Popped in here on a whim and glad we did! Love the option to have a platter for 1 and my partner had pasta which..."
Steph Michie
"Absolute 10/10 food and 10/10 service. Would recommend to any Italian fan, the carbonara is just to die for! Such a warm and charming environment and..."
Daisy McDermottroe
"Great experience at CinCin tonight. Great atmosphere and a welcome warmth after the cold wind of Wellington! My husband and I shared the calamari..."
Katie Harris
"Went today for a bit of a party so got to sample a couple of pizzas, have a good look around and spend a good couple of hours here. Decor is awesome..."
Team Thomas
"Such a cute place!!! Had been wanting to go for a while and wasn't disappointed. The menu all looked so good and was difficult to choose what we..."
Mia Henry-John
"Lovely evening here! Had the antipasti, mushroom risotto and Denard pizza (which was out of this world). The staff were so lovely and helpful, and..."
Anna
"My favourite Italian restaurant! Favourite dishes are the Italia Bruschetta entrée, Seafood linguine , Cabonara & their traditional Italian pizzas..."
Grace B
"We went to Cin Cin last week for dinner,the atmosphere was amazing. we had perfect calzone, it was full of flavours, and the seafood risotto which..."
OV
"Went here last Saturday for dinner with two friends. Even though it was really busy and we showed up without a reservation we were seated on a nice..."
Ava
"Had the most delicious vegan pizza there WITH vegan cheese! Best I've ever had in my life!! Great service and the staff is so friendly as well!!..."
Leoma Visser
"Food is amazing and very well-priced for authentic Italian. We have been several times and had the carbonara, seafood marinara, garlic bread and..."
Shawnee Westerman
"I'm only just getting around to reviewing this place - I go there ALL THE TIME!Sure, the food is great - the best pizzas/calzones in Wellington..."
Gareth Ruck
"Easily the best customer service in Wellington! Great food, great value. End up here at least once a week and its always amazing. Highly..."
Trina
"B. E. A. utiful! Got seated almost before we walked in the door. Drinks fairly quickly after we had sat. Italian wine = delicious. The young lady who..."
Charlie Fogarty
"Looking for a quick bite before movie, went in for antipasto for 2 - stayed for pizza and risotto. Awesome service, these guys made us feel so..."
Linda Fisher
"Had the best service from the waiters that I have ever recieved in my experience of dining. The service was quick, the waiters were always around for..."
Ashleigh Hutchinson
"Fantastic place. Food was absolutely delicious, owner and maitre d' wer wonderful, friendly and very helpful. We had a great eveing here and will be..."
Katie Francis
"what a treat, a new addition to Cuba street, walked by and they had a staff member outside welcoming people which is nice looked at the menu while we..."
Venessa.hoskins
"We had a glamour Friday night here. A random choice, as it didn't look pretentious. Were made welcome at the bar while waiting for a table to come..."
Doug Kemp
"Went there last Saturday with a group of 14.Ordered the schiacciata and the vege calzone. Bread was great and there was heaps of it...."
Johnny Fürst
"Went here for a late dinner with a group after work. As we arrived around 10pm only pizza was available as they had had a very busy night, which we..."
Robert P.
"I've dined at Veni Vidi Vici a number of times now either with a large party of friends or dinner for two or just calling in for a class of wine on..."
Deborah DeNard
"Visited Wellington for a few nightsa couple of weeks ago and staying t a hotel on Cuba Street, we wondered up down the street to find a new eatery..."
Samantha M
"Went to VVV last week for the first time and can only recommend it. We were there on a Friday night and they had live music playing, hich was..."
Michelle B
"Turns out that today was their first day of brunch service and my gosh did they deliver!! After walking past a few super busy cafes we were starving..."
Ella Gray
"Great location, nice atmosphere and superb pasta dish. Hostess was very bossy, flustered and unpleasant-telling me to be on time and..."
Christine Gabrielle
"One of the best Italian restaurants in Wellington I go to since they were on Cuba Street. Their seafood linguine is my favourite and the pizza is..."
MJ Choi
"Ordered the seafood risotto. Was supposed to come with mussels, clams and shrimp. But there was only one clam and the lone shrimp was hard to eat. It..."
Laurence Chiu
"I had a lovely time in Cincin this evening, the food was wonderful! I haven’t been in a while and it was just as good as I remember. The only thing..."
Greg Aiken
"Thank you for such an incredible evening at your restaurant tonight, the service was amazing and the food delicious and you really went above and..."
Christie Holmes
"Service was amazing, as was the atmosphere. However the food here is simply off the charts divine. We had a group booking and all ordered different..."
Donna Donaldson (leepeesa)
"Delicious food, great atmosphere and very polite workers. I, and my partner felt very taken care of by staff and it was possibly the best Italian..."
Alicia!!!
"The pizza is impeccable. Fresh toppings and good amount of then on the delicious doe. The pasta was really well cooking, not al dente but not over..."
Andrea Merlo
"One of the best meals we have enjoyed in a long time. The staff was so friendly especially the owner. The entree of mussels and arancini balls was..."
Craig Doughty
"The pasta dishes were absolutely amazing, and would have given the place a 5 star rating on their own! The pizza was very nice and nothing to over..."
Justin Case
"Amazing food and great customer service! The calzone was outstanding, as was the risotto. The starters were really nice too. Left feeling very happy..."
Israel Reid
"Absolutely incredible pasta and pizza. We had a pasta each and split a pizza and could have easily eaten more as it was so good! Wine selection was..."
Liam Richardson
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87/100 (2038 ratings)
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"Went here on a recommendation from a friend. Food was amazing and the waiter even rushed though my tables food so we could make a show I booked for..."
N-Dee Reynolds
"Absolutely amazing authentic Italian, super friendly staff, and cute, cozy setting. I'm in love. Perfect for a date night. Will be back the first..."
Portia Lancaster
"Great ambience...a bit tight but a nice 'cosy' experience! Staff very friendly and knowledgeable about menu offerings....food yum, Def will go..."
Foodie
"Amazing food and ambiance. Great staff and good value for money. Well worth popping in when in Wellington CBd. Authentic feel and style in..."
Tristan Wheeler
"I had the vegetarian calzone. It was a very generous portion for lunch and was the right texture and flavoursome without being too salty. The staff..."
David Rawson
"We had lunch today. Staff was friendly and restaurant was cozy. We enjoyed meals, especially tasty pizza. We will defiantly go back again. Totally..."
Alex Ishikawa
"Each we have been to Wellington while traveling we have eaten here as food is so good, pasta di mare especially amazing. Fantastic pizzas and lovely..."
Sinead Hesnan
"I love lasagna and I'd read that this place has the best lasagna in town. So my husband and I went there for lunch, we had garlic pizza bread which..."
Megha Dogra
"The atmosphere was friendly. The food was amazing. We both had entree arancini and brushetta which we shared. Then we had pasta Carbonara and..."
Jane Scadden
"Pizza? Oh year! This would be the place to have a decent wood fired pizza in welly. I have the white base pizza which was delicious and the Italian..."
Christian
"Amazing pizza, and the staff were friendly and efficient too.The shop floor space is a bit small, but that doesn't take anything away from the..."
Jason Campbell
"I have been here couple of times, and they never disappoint me. Love the food there, esp the pizza (one of the best pizzas I ever had). Moreover, the..."
Margareta Dorothea
"The best Italian food I have ever tasted. I would recommend to anyone. It is really a lovely place. I'm really glad I got to experience such lovely..."
Jonathan Miranda
"Beautifully made and delicious pizza - thin crispy crust with decently spread toppings. Probably my favourite pizza place in Wellington. Friendly..."
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"Came here with the family, all five of us were seated right away as per booking time. The place is narrow and small and noisy as we came on a very..."
R-Dee Roche
"Have been to this restaurant a few times with friends, and we keep going back as this place has the best pizza in town. We also have tried the pasta..."
Amorita Maharaj
"Found this place hidden in Courtenay Place... Can't believe I haven't seen this place before. I couldn't decide if I should have pizza or pasta...."
Gerhard Joseph
"Have being hearing about this place lately and once I was in wellington I got to try there pizza . Perfectly baked and the taste was just apt...."
Mansi Trivedi
"Great food, great service and a good location. Too many reasons not to miss this place. Only downside is its small so if you are going with a big..."
Lisa Whyte
"I went to Pizza Napoli for a quick dinner before a movie the other night and found it to be quite average. I had been here once before and had a..."
LucyGoosey
"Fantastic meal. Attentive service. Pizza as good as we have ever eaten. Desserts excellent, great coffee. Prices reasonable...."
Julian.paxton
"I went with my girlfriend because she likes italian food and I saw this place here. It was really amazing, from food till service. We'll be back..."
Brian Smith
"Lovely little establishment, though very cramped - the service was excellent. I had the pasta di mare (as I'm not a fan of tomato-base dishes) and..."
Adeline
"Cosy, relaxed & genuine atmosphere in this beautiful little gem of a restaurant. Friendly and welcoming staff- awesome authentic Italian cuisine to..."
Andrew Warner
"ALWAYS a fantastic meal here- I ususally have the Garaboldi pizza which is amazing, full of meaty, delicious goodness. Last night I had the Pasta..."
Amy
"Seating a large group in this cosy restaurant might have posed a challenge but it was handled without any drama on a busy Friday night. Service was..."
Simon Kearsley
"My search for the best pizza and Italian food got over at pizzeria napoli . There is a wide range of menu cooked by Italian chef specially for you in..."
Miara
"Great pizza and the usual Italian fanfare. Always a safe option for a pizza lover. My only prob with the place is that due to its small size and huge..."
RJ Thorne
"Perfect. Best calzone in Wellington bar none. Staff are friendly and helpful, the supervisor/manager has superb customer service. Food is incredibly..."
EatAllDayy
"Fantastic Pizza, Calzone, Salad and Croquets, very fresh and good service. We really enjoy all dishes. Definitely we would like to visit..."
Loly
"Fantastic pizza. Visited on a Saturday for lunch, and although not busy at the time, the service was prompt and the waitress was pleasant, and she..."
Teja.kandarpa
"Went here for a girls night with all of my friends from out of town on my birthday, we dabbled with everything on the menu and I couldn't fault one..."
Shauna Kauri
"Went here and I got a pizza and my girlfriend got the seafood pasta. We both really enjoyed our meals and just our time at Pizzeria Napoli. Been here..."
Jordan Morrice
"I have been four times in the last couple of months and still haven't tried the Pizza yet! So far I have sampled the Risotto, Calzone, and two of the..."
RaeRae
"A gem. The starters, calamari & arancini were delicious. We ordered mains to share. Pizza, risotto and pasta shells with cheese and spinach - out of..."
Etresia Touzel
"This is an awesome traditional Italian pizzeria. Every pizza & pasta dish on the menu is sensational and it's difficult to pick just one favourite. I..."
Julia Mc
"My husband and I love this restaurant. The staff is always friendly and welcoming…no matter how busy; even if it's close to closing time. It's a..."
Linda DuBois
"When visiting Wellington primarily to watch the Phoenix play on Auckland anniversary weekend my wife and I decided to have a Pizza meal on the Sun'..."
Ken & Lesley
"My husband and I been to many places around the world, but this buzzing little place pizzeria Napoli on Courtenay place is exceptional, we have a 3..."
Dalia Ameer
"We always visit there as they have the best Italian Pizzaria in town...and Carbonara cooked into perfection, taste really get into the paste, serve..."
Lilly.Snowball
"These guys have VEGAN cheese available. This stuff is amazing.. to particularly on their unbeatable pizza bases.. Seriously, best pizza i have ever..."
Em Perry
"Dinner | 6th August 2011 | A lively Italian atmosphere 'hits' you when you walk in the door. The staff are fantastic - animated, friendly and..."
Kathryn Price
"A peculiarly Italian atmosphere has arisen from the ashes of Kenny's Diner. The staff are everything you want: animated, friendly and attentive...."
Trevor Landers
"What a treat ! You can go there several times a week and you won't get tired of it !Super friendly atmosphere with John and Raffaele always..."
Romain Louis
"The gorgeous Italian aroma smells hit you as you enter this quaint new pizza joint on Courtenay. Amazing calzone, pasta and pizza at great lunch..."
Diane Leen
"Calamari to die for!Great selection of authentic pizza.Great service.The kids love..."
Geoff Burch
"Situated at one end of Courtney Place, Pizzeria Napoli turned out to be one of our best eating experiences ever. The place is small (can fit in some..."
Sahil Ludhani
"If you're looking for authentic Italian flavors, Pizzeria Napoli is where you should be heading! Bang in the heart of Courtney Place, you will find..."
Omnomnivore
"When I say I feel like eating something different, its not only the food but also the place that I'm talking about. And that's what led to me to..."
Ridhima Puri
"Always a wonderful meal and they really take care of you service-wise. Rafael is a wonderful host and always looks out for every customer. The food..."
James Mielke
"Napoli is hands down the best Italian place in the city, at least by my standards. The waitstaff is super friendly and attentive without hovering..."
Isabella Clague
"Always a pleasure to eat here. I have been to this restaurant many time sin the last 2 years. Never disappoints, always fresh, delicious, authentic..."
Carla MD
"Always a pleasure dining here. A little noisy but that's never been a deterrent. The food & service were A++. Thank you for a delicious meal, already..."
Ashley Raki
"Hands down the best pizzeria and Italian food in Wellington. The service is fantastic and they really looked after our group of 14. Rather than pick..."
Graham Joe
"Loved the food and the generous portions. On a full night, the wait times can be long but the food is worth the..."
Elroy 0kada
"The pizza is lovely and they have vegan mini donuts that are absolutely 👌 - perfect portion for one. Thank you to the wonderful people who work..."
Serena Low
"Wow, awesome pizza and cocktails..... really yummy food. Well worth a..."
Richard Ellis
"Incredible personal service and quick turn around on my order. I ordered takeaway pizza in-house, and the server invited me to sit at the bar while..."
Hannah McColl
"I am not cultured enough to know what authentic Napoli cuisine is like, but the garibaldi pizza is fantastic. The atmosphere is classy, the bathroom..."
Wawawawa
"Attentive and friendly staff, outstanding pizza with quality ingredients and crispy yet soft pizza base! Even the cocktail was done perfectly, this..."
June Lau
"Situated on the iconic corner of Courtenay Place and Cambridge Terrace Napoli may not necessarily attract a lot of foot traffic but is a worthy..."
Mitchell Bidois
"On a work trip to Wellington and staying nearby so thought I'd stop by for dinner. Had some good calamari for starters then onto a cracking woodfired..."
Paul Lombard
"arrived here at the end of their night, they weren't serving anymore so we walked away - the guy on the door chased us down and offered a margherita..."
david yates
"Great atmosphere, friendly staff, welcoming and attentive service. Italian restaurant with great selection of wines from Italy paired with your meal..."
Tehaunui
"That was an amazing pizza for sure! We got in and got greeted by an Italian waiter (who also speaks some Dutch!) with a fantastic attitude. The..."
Robin Keet
"Italian owned, a lot of the stuff are Italians. Great pizza. Great pasta dishes always prepared al dente. The bartenders are fun and friendly. It’s..."
Andrea Merlo
"The Google Stars don't do this place Justice. It's was an 8.9/10 for the experience, that had alot to do with the company and the vibe. The Pizza is..."
Stuart McIntosh
Capitol Restaurant
86/100 (958 ratings)
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"My favourite restaurant in..."
Susan Kiddle
"Dined at Capitol last night, having been their for brunch a few days earlier. On both occasions the food and service were excellent. Love this place..."
Shane.gustafson
"It was a great pleasure dining here for my partner's birthday. The quality of food was superb and selection of wines are excellent. Staff are very..."
Karen B. Otic
"Great service and good food and nice selection of wines. Each course was nicely prepared. The oysters were fresh and tasty. Look forward to..."
TheFoodGonzo
"Capitol is known as one of Wellington's Crown Jewels and now I know why! My husband had lamb ragu with pasta, I had snapper & fresh oysters and we..."
Cha Ching
"Friendly helpful staff here. I asked about vegetarian options and they offered to adjust a couple of dishes to suit. There wasn’t..."
Sean P E Fleming
"The morning of the election and voting first thing , we met friends and had a great breakfast and anticipated the results. Great food and tempted by..."
Megha Dogra
"I am never disappointed when visiting Capitol the food is always 5* and the service is to match one of the best places to eat in the city always look..."
Em
"I don't know how the teeny tiny kitchen in Capitol manages to produce such ridiculously good food.  Brunch, lunch, dinner....I like it all.  Big..."
Jade M.
"Most amazing scrambled eggs I've ever had. Always do the soup here. I don't come to Wellington that often but when i do and I come here the soup is..."
Richard Roberts
"After a slip up by the host for our table of 4, we were seated promptly. The pasta and prawns were cooked well and the side of potato were very..."
Angela Liu
"How lucky are we, one of our locals. Consistent great food in an iconic location. I had gurnard not my favourite fish superbly cooked, green beans as..."
Adriennenz
"Capitol, like Ortega a few doors away, has a large and loyal following. For good reason. This is one of the handful of special restaurants in the..."
Duncan Galletly
"Queens Birthday Sunday and a night out - bliss.I have only been here for lunch previously and thoroughly enjoyed that so was pleased to settle..."
Philip Reeve
"Went there on a Monday night with people from out of town. Had been recommended from someone earlier that day so was a bit last minute. It was..."
Jane Russell
"Been here many times, always excellent food and service; last visit was outstanding with amazing food backed up with attentive service and great..."
Paul
"We mostly come for lunch, they make a fantastic Bloody Mary!I've had possibly the best fish dish I've ever had here (I think it was king fish)...."
Kelli Williams
"I've lunched at Capitol twice fairly recently with my husband and had the blackboard seafood special and a glass of wine.It is a restaurant that..."
Molly
"A must 'go to' place when in Wellington for breakfast. Super quick and attentive service matched with a breakfast menu that has all the standard..."
David Boshier
"This place is pretty damn good - food was excellent and great wine list. Service was good - and handled how busy it was well. Best restaurant I have..."
Andrew Imms
"Fantastic food. Awesome to visit for either lunch or dinner.Just nice attention to detail, lovely flavours and really quite reasonable for..."
Casey
"Had Sunday dinner here - we were constrained by a tight turnaround time of an hour. Phoned them with no prior booking - the staff were accommodating..."
Dee Mangin
"I love this place, the food is simple and flavoursome. Not to complicated which means the ingredients can speak fot themselves. Most times i come..."
Margaret
"One word - Fantastic. Went along with my folks to celebrate dad's 69th, and everything form start to finish was top-notch. I would give 9.5/10 for..."
Susie Robertson
"Great modern Italian-influenced food; I'll eat things I'd normally avoid (Brussel sprouts, lambs' liver...) and they're always excellent. I go there..."
Nicola Young
"Me and my partner have eaten here many times and love it!! we always get the same things and they never disappoint us. The service is..."
Bean
"Awesome food!! limited secletion of juices though. Tuna was amazing - melt in the mouth. A great dining experience.Cool..."
Emma
"I have eaten at Capitol numerous times, and cannot fault it. I only felt compelled to write this after reading the complaint below. The staff at..."
Miss Smith
"Wonderful food and great..."
Bethne Rowe
"Capitol is one of those places that comes highly recommended - I was really hoping it would measure up to it's reputation. Right from the minute we..."
Dan Bowden
"Food is always good there. Impeccable service and tasty menu and always evolving. Being regulars, it always has been consistent good service, food..."
Tehaunui
"We were looking for a place to have an easy stress free European dinner after a long day. The dishes were fantastic, Eye fillet was perfectly cooked..."
Irina Kapeli
"Always a nice dinner with great service. We tried the WOAP cocktail, festival dish and burger. We also shared the calamari which was the best thing..."
Lindsay Harn
"One of the best beef fillet i've ever had. The place is small, with few tables on the corner of a building. We waited quite a lot for our meal but..."
Giacomo Dusina
"Visited with some friends as a "fancy dinner". We had a wonderful young waiter, very polite and kind. Definitely not our usual pick, but it was..."
Ann K
"Can almost always guarantee a great dining experience here, so was not disappointed. The clam starter was full of flavour. I’m a big fan of the..."
Jo
"great food done simply. elephant fish, from the shark family was meaty and perfectly partnered with some velvety mash and crunchy smoky charred..."
tina nixon
"Had a fabulous meal catching up with family from out of town. Food was superb - every dish was top quality, beautifully presented and best of all ,..."
Wendy Slieker
"We had a grate dinner for celebrate my husband's birthday. All of food are..."
Lulu Xu
"Great food! Best food I had in New Zealand … I am in day 8 and I have booked very nice reputable places, but this one… oh my god! Amazing! Great..."
Veronica Sanchez-Bernuy
Fratelli
86/100 (1794 ratings)
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"Beautiful Italian, been here several times over the past 10 years and have never once been disappointed. Delicious wood fired pizza and many pasta..."
Harrison Drysdale
"Really lovely evening here - felt well looked after, the food was delicious and well balanced (the mozz on the pizza was such a good quality too, it..."
Anna
"Very good pizza, nice dough and ingredients, nice pasta and good portion. Beautiful wine, nice..."
Clem Lienard
"Recently dined here on a 3 course deal. Antipasto to start with delicious - the light, airy garlic pizza was a 10/10. Canneloni brisket main was..."
CC
"The platter for two was so amazing, highly recommended for entree option. Would rate it at 5* if the flat bread could be more crispy a little bit...."
Dieu Anh Le
"If you can go for their set menu on Monday or Tuesday night, totally do!  It's great value for money and the foods to choose from are totally..."
Jessica Siácci
"Went to Fratelli's last night with four friends, we'd had drinks at Hummingbird and wanted a pleasant meal that offered more than pizza. We were well..."
Rob McGregor
"Ok, real pun here - but a worthy contender for Italian restaurant of the year. The food was stunning, wine selection stunning and service authentic...."
Megha Dogra
"Really nicee meal and good service with work colleagues. Had a really delicious lamb special dish. Food is always good here with great menu..."
Fat Bob
"Fratelli's staff were very friendly. I think the menu could be a little more varied and adventurous for ab Italian. I had a classic 4 cheese which I..."
Felicity
"Excellent service, food is simply gorgeous. Haven't been recently but I definitely should. I had an incredibly memorable time dining here years ago..."
The Food Snob
"On top of a great waitstaff, the wine and the pizza were amazing. The pasta was just alright for me, a little bland than I'd expected. Would love to..."
M
"Me and my boyfriend headed here on a Saturday night and only had to wait around 10 mins for a table. The staff were lovely and accommodating. Nice..."
EsmeEats
"We dined here on the WOAP menu, not actually knowing they were participating in the culinary event.   the two entree dishes had caught our eyes and..."
Rosemary Young
"Came here last month for a friend's farewell. We were kind of near the kitchen which made it quite hot. I ordered the set menu which I thought was..."
Ladi Haze
"I've been to Fratelli's a number of times in the past. It was a regular place to go for a while. It’s been a couple of years since my last..."
Sean P E Fleming
"We went here for dinner last night and I must say it was close to perfection. The atmosphere of the restaurant is wonderful, beautifully laid out and..."
Alysha Bower
""I think we should make a risotto." This was the comment made by my friend who was visiting from Timaru when I asked her what she wanted for..."
Grace Li
"Beautiful Italian fine dinning restaurant. Food was top quality and so were the staff. For starters we had the arancini balls stuffed with mushrooms..."
Georgia Keir
"My visit to Fratelli was quite pleasant. The food was fantastic & very fresh. I started my proper Italian meal with a classic Bellini cocktail. I..."
Orli B. Ahava
"Tried Fratelli on Saturday night, very impressive. Everything was classy in an understated way from the atmosphere to the service & also the food. I..."
Raymond Ferguson
"If you want an true authentic Italian experience, Fratelli's is the place to go.I've been here numerous times and the food never fails to..."
Gabby Deg
"This place is "BELLISIMO"!  The food is crafted with care, attention and to an incredibly high standard.If you love Italian food, this has..."
Kklovestoeat
"Fratelli's motto is 'Fresh Italian', serving 100% homemade pasta, gnocchi, risotto, and pizza from the wood fired oven. My friends and I dined at..."
Sophia
"A long lazy Girls Night dinner at Fratelli with one of my Bestest Friends who lives out of town was just what the Doctor ordered!We decided..."
Wellington Chic
"This is the best Italian we have eaten at, great service and the Chianti was delicsiousVery welcoming and so easy to book on line.We had..."
Pete And Jenny Ellis
"Came here for a birthday dinner. Was impressed with the pizza oven! Atmosphere a little sterile. Risotto was stunning, and my partner's pizza was..."
Humbleluxury
"Had one of the best dinners I have ever experienced over the weekend at Fratelli Italian Restaurant in Blair Street. The taste & flavours of both..."
Phillippa Rudhall
"We did dinner here using a voucher with our 5 year old.Firstly excellent communication via email to make the booking. We were very promptly..."
Robert White
"Dined here a couple of years ago and enjoyed the experience, so decided to book for five visiting work colleagues last night. Everyone commented at..."
Gill Riding
"Stumbled across Fratelli this past Friday night, and could not be happier with our experience there. Food, service and ambience all contributed to an..."
Ceallaigh Rodway
"We have been waiting to try this restaurant in such a long time after hearing such positive feedback from friends we decided to try it last..."
Fam Webster
"My husband took me out for dinner to Fratelli the other night to celebrate our anniversary - and a night away from the children. He could not have..."
Georgie G
"For the last few years I have been a regular diner at Fratelli. I last dined there on Monday night and had the fish special which was delicious. No..."
Lesley Slieker
"I have been to Fratelli over five times now, and every time, without fail, am always impressed with the flawless service, great winelist, and..."
Tori Holden
"Wow, we went to Fratelli last night for the first time and can't speak highly enough about the food, service and atmosphere. Service was brilliant..."
Louise
"I decided to take the family out for dinner last Thursday so we went to fratelli on the advice of a friend. It was busy when we arrived but all the..."
Blair W
"Yum! We had a great family dinner at Fratelli last night for my little brother's Graduation. First time there for me and I can honestly say It..."
Maria Petagna
"Last night (Saturday 16 March 2013) we decided to find a new place to go for a pizza in Wellington having been to Pizza Napoli several times but..."
Linda Cohen
"My boyfriend and I dined here for the first time a couple of weeks ago and had the Fratelli Feast- we absolutely loved it! The margherita pizza was..."
Shaney Marinkovich
"My boyfriend and I really enjoyed the Fratelli feast we had last night. My risotto was beautifully prepared, and the tiramisu was the best I’ve..."
Andrea Simpson
"We had the Fratelli Feast and a bottle of lovely Italian wine and really enjoyed our dinner! It had been a while since I'd had proper Italian food..."
Angie Van Rhijn
"Very impressed with the service and food! Dined at Fratellis last night with a table of 7 and the waitress was very professional and friendly. Loved..."
Siobhan
"Loved this place! Great atmosphere, friendly service and the food is to die for! I can highly recommend the Bistecca di FratelliWood fire..."
Susan
"Fratelli celebrates good food. I found the atmosphere somehow lacking, despite the streets outside buzzing with rugby fans. But the service was..."
Binkley
"We were really impressed with Fratelli. Arrived without a booking last Saturday night and the place was humming. Our group of four women..."
Frances Beuvink
"Delicious! True authentic Italian food, friendly staff, cool little restaurant and 2 great managers who always seem to be there but I'm too shy to..."
JVDP
"I had heard that Fratelli had a new chef, and that I wouldn't be disappointed.A great recommendation - a great Italian..."
Penny
"Such a fantastic place to go for dinner, I really can not rave Fratelli enough.The service was attentive without being intrusive, the food..."
Lucy
"Great food, nice surroundings - waitress struggled with who was where, and had ordered what; but a minor detraction really. Been here before and..."
Ian Stronach
"Food was very nice and very reasonably priced. Portions were just the right size for three courses. Excellent wait staff, very friendly and..."
Emma Dobson
"Food was great - portions not huge, but great food. Waitress not too sharp, but maitre de made up for..."
Jane
"Everything we had was absolutely..."
The Boys
"This place has got to be of the best places to go for Italian food. Downside you cannot book a table for less than 6 people. Great ambience and..."
Karan
"The gnocchi is to die for - best I have tasted outside Italy - superb as was the..."
Terri
"Fratelli is what Italian dining is all about: good food, great service, and an extensive wine list including a wide range of both Italian and New..."
Caffeinated Weka
"Good italian food can be a little hard to find in New Zealand. A lo of this comes down to the fact that italian food is simple yet elegant and..."
Patrick Pilcher
"My husband and I had dinner at Fratelli last night and had a lovely time. The food, ambience and service was wonderful. The owner sat us and had a..."
Griesel
"Friday night , busy, but they were happy to seat me as it was early.. service was awesome , I let the lovely person serving me, choose a pinot noir..."
Maisie Mao
"Had the 3 course menu for $55 on a Tuesday for my BD. Margherita pizza was delish. Main was risotto which was delicious as well. Dessert was..."
Maxime Vasuta
"Big fancy nice restaurant. Service was good and servers were friendly. Food price is pretty high, but delicious. Recommend this place for special..."
AnnA
"This is the best italian restaurant I've been in NZ. Food is just perfect, good service in a nice place. Strongly..."
Patricia Furlan
"Ferdi and the team made my birthday dinner very special. The service and food was amazing. Highly recommend this lovely restaurant and it’s great..."
Dina Demiri
"Yummy dinner here! Everything flawless. Highly recommend the Risotto and definitely go for the pancetta on the gnocchi. Great service, very informed..."
Jasmine Craig
"We happened to book at the last moment and we're lucky to get in. I had the pizza Bianco and my wife had the gnocchi Di patate. We don't normally do..."
David Johnson
"Outstanding Italian restaurant, omg the food is amazing , from their beautiful pizzas, to the mushroom venison risotto I had, it was honestly the..."
Murray Watt
"Excellent service and food and a great atmosphere. Well situated and good car parking available nearby. Dined twice in the week for dinner and..."
Michael Nimot
"What a great night we had yesterday at your restaurant! Certainly knowledgeable about Italian food and wine, your staff was both fun and kind to all..."
Francesco Amico
"It's amazing. We have been now 5 times. Every time, the service, food and atmosphere is amazing. Cannot fault it. Highly recommend the..."
Nicole Hawke
"Dined as a group of 4 on a Monday recently. Took advantage of the $55pp 3 course special. So much food, we were all full by the end. I at the marg..."
Sarah Quinlan
"Super cool! Came here on a date, and it was very lovely. Staff were wonderful and accommodating with our requests. Great atmosphere. Bloody awesome..."
Hugo Strang
"Outstanding service and food! Big group booking and they couldn’t have done more to help us. Set menu food was divine and plenty of it! Highly..."
Emma Coupe
"Simply delicious. We had the antipasto platter, a pizza, and dessert. We could not fault a thing. We went in with high hopes as we were looking for a..."
David Baird
"Visited for the first time tonight and we will definitely be back! Food was delicious! Service and atmosphere were on point! Thanks for an awesome..."
Laurie Kapelle
"Menu ticks all the boxes. The food was presented well and good flavors. Wine list includes both Italian and New Zealand wines. Reasonably priced..."
Jessica Hope
"Absolutely divine! The best Italian food I have ever eaten! The panna cotta desert was perfect! Our waitress was also very good and had great advice..."
Ethan Charlett
Nicolini's
85/100 (1428 ratings)
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Calamari
Cheesecakes
Risotto
Bolognese
Mussels
Lasagne
Profiteroles
Carbonara
Tortellini
Calamares
Tortelloni
Salmon
Cannelloni
Ice Cream
Gelato
Cheesecake
Sit down
European
Italian
Takeout
Accepts Mastercard
Accepts Visa
Seating
Accepts American Express
Table Service
Street Parking
Wheelchair Accessible
Live Music
Accepts Discover
Serves Alcohol
Wine and Beer
Gift Cards Available
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Digital Payments
Accepts Credit Cards
Non-smoking restaurants
Outdoor Seating
Reservations
Dinner
Drinks
Mid-range
"Absolutely phenomenal service and the quality and authenticity of the food is truly a joy. It may be slightly expensive, but if you have worked hard..."
Aritra Mandal
"Very friendly staff, great ambience and food. Will definitely be coming back..."
Arjeezy
"Been here 4 times now & never been disappointed. Love love love the ambience, the food is super DELICIOUS and the service is great. Large servings..."
Shana Wahab
"We had the ravioli and the lasagne and the two dishes would really have to compete for the best pasta ever. Great atmosphere. We had Amy serving us..."
Jay Dorset
"One of the best Italian restaurants in Wellington, and my personal favourite. The food is phenomenal, all the staff are lovely, and the atmosphere is..."
Caitlin Sinclair
"Nice warm resturant with efficient service. Friendly staff and very decent portion size. Orderd garlic bread for starters and must say it was one of..."
Tarun Parmar
"Great service and consistently good food 😋 Penne chicken is my fav and the deserts are huge. Never left unhappy and will definitely be back!..."
Lynda Molly Grimmer
"Nicolini's is delicious without a doubt. I had the ribeye steak and my daughter had the ham tortellini. Both meals tasted divine. On the less..."
Dayna Atkinson
"Defiantly our favourite Italian Restaurant. You must book to get in here and you can see why. With another dining area out the back for a more..."
Bruce Mackintosh
"Excellent food and brilliant service. I had the spinach ricotta cannelloni and my partner had the blue cheese ravioli. Both were perfect, both really..."
Jelena Stojkov
"Wandered around on a Saturday with fiance, stumbled across Nicolinis. Luckily they were able to fit us in, as it looked quite busy. Service was fast..."
Megha Dogra
"Honestly, I really love this place! The food (especially the pasta) is always amazing, service is good and I just love the ambience and feel of the..."
M
" Best garlic bread in Wellington - so delicious!!!! An old fave with my friend group - we'll never stop coming here. Try the ravioli in particular,..."
Pippa.keel
"We were warmly welcomed when we arrived. The service was very efficient and we got the Gallic bread within 5 mins. The mains were very nice too -..."
Christian
"Went here for Valentine's the food and service was exceptional. I did struggle with my blue cheese pasta dish as it was very rich but it was very..."
Kayleigh
"We used to frequently come here, have been many times and I have very fond memories of this place. Great service, great food, great price point. It..."
The Food Snob
"Pollo pasta and vegetarian ravioli + bruschetta to start with. Everything about these meals was amazing. The flavours were rich but subtle, the pasta..."
Stacy Heyman
"Lovely service and great dining experience. The margarita cocktail is really nice and not too bitter. Had the garlic bread which was divine!! For..."
Amorita Maharaj
"A great find, thanks to a recommendation. We asked for a table "out the back" which was lovely, warm and intimate, and oh so like any homely osteria..."
Ruth Mills
"Mamma mia! This is one of Wellington's best Italian restaurants. Pasta and garlic bread is amazing!! Great location and friendly staff! Will..."
Susan Roxanne
"First time in Wellington. Asked randomly for the best Italian food, everybody agreed and said Nicolini's. Totally nailed it. I had the tortellini and..."
Raquel Bermudez
"Came here not too long ago- was in wellington and had no idea where to eat. Was pouring with rain and just went into the first restaurant I saw...."
Sarah Hillier
"Stunning. Full marks for service, food and atmosphere. This family owned business knows how to treat their customers. Our group of 15 were..."
Lianne Jeffery
"Had dinner tonight after a show. My friend ordered chicken penne and I ordered Spaghetti Mussels. As always, presentation was excellent, food was..."
Sau
"Love this restaurant,  waitresses and manager provide amazing service.  The meals are a great size, and the ingredients are fresh.  Best thing..."
Kaaryn Denholm
"Love this place! Can order anything and it's amazing!!! Not so child friendly but for adults it's spot on. Can always fit us in and the owner is..."
Katie
"This is our favourite Italian restaurant in wellington. Good solid portions with quality ingredients, and an amazing atmosphere, especially in the..."
Michael Liang
"Went here for Dinner with my Wife. We went here for our first date 7 years ago, it was good then and even better now.Had the Garlic bread to..."
Shane Girven
"Every single time I come to Nicholinis I eat the blue cheese ravioli - I've tried everything on the menu thanks to other guests I've dined with. It's..."
Joshsuxxxx
"Love this place! Every meal is fantastic and the staff are always helpful and friendly. Not just the best Italian in Wellington but, in my opinion,..."
Erin Moffatt
"Cannot say that I am an expert when it comes to Italian fare but I think the food here tastes quite good. The price a bit towards the higher..."
Kishore Mitra
"With such a popular place I thought there was no way I could get a booking for 10 at 6.30 arranged with only 2 hours notice. No problem. On one of..."
Graham
"Great food. Italian family owned and chefs from the hearth of Italy. Very selection of Italian wines. I strongly recommend the place. Everything we..."
A.M.
"My boyfriend took me here on our first date, and then we went again on our 1 year anniversary. Both times we were lucky enough to get to sit out the..."
Leanne Smith
"Best Italian restaurant to date for me. Excellent food and service. A family restaurant that makes you feel at home. Penne Chicken and Salmon Risotto..."
Jordan Samuela
"As always Nicolinis lived up to expectation. I would advise any creamy pasta lover to order the ravioli. It has to be one of my favourite meals in..."
Georgina Garrett
"Boys Boys Boys, you never cease to impress me. The family run restaurant of Wellington. Every time I venture here I am made fuss of which is amazing...."
James Scott
"My absolute favourite restaurant!! Could easily eat here every night! Was recommended to us by a friend and have since raved about the place to..."
Courtney
"We turned up on a busy night without a booking, the lovely girl we spoke to squeezed us in so long as we were finished before the next booking, not a..."
Claire Alannah Buchanan
"Fantastic night out, the food was superb the staff great and atmosphere amazing. Our table loved it. The best Italian in NZ. Gutsy meals to die..."
Sue
"BeautifuI dinner, friendly and attentive staff. Will definately recommend to friends and..."
Mariana Andrews
"My hubby and I love this place, we think it is the best Italian in Wellington!!The food and service is always excellent. The special's..."
Sarcha
"We went to Nicolini's last week. It was awesome! The food was good, the service was outstanding. We had a really lovely time. Definitely go..."
Hannah Lander
"We (a table of 4) went to Nicolini's on Saturday night - it was a cold & wet night out but a warm and welcoming evening indoors. Dis-agree with..."
Michael Corcoran
"Contrary to reviews, we really enjoyed the service. Cosy and atmospheric on a cold Wellington night. Really delicious specials of the day (we've..."
Nicole
"We came into Nicolini's to escape the cold of night. It looked full at first, but when asking if a table was available we were shown into the back..."
Sarah
"Had a wonderful meal with great service. Waited at the bar for a table because they were busy and got an apology for the wait which was only a few..."
Geoff G
"Service is usually pretty average but the food more than makes up for it. the crumbed mushrooms are..."
Natasha
"The food was delicious, the service was excellent and very friendly. I recommend the garlic mushrooms and profiteroles!!! We will definitely be going..."
Aimee
"love love love Nicolini's!I went here on Friday night and ordered one of the specials, and it was fantastic!!Every time I come here the..."
Sarcha Keith
"Nicolini's is just great. The food is amazing, and it is amazingly priced. Very warm atmosphere with polite, friendly and efficient staff. Would..."
Alex
"My partner and I recently dined here. Warm atmosphere, friendly, lots of laughter and chatter - the place was packed which added to the cosy..."
Natasha Gedge
"Amazing Italian food. Love the menu too- very Italian. The staff rush you a bit but are really nice and informative. You may not get the best table,..."
Mattie
"For an introduction to this quaint authentic Italian cafe and bar, walk past and smell the aroma. As a first time customer recommended by a student..."
Lana Fomin
"Such good pasta, very cute set up!!So romantic!!Food is the best Italian dish I have had in Wellington, service is very fast.If you..."
Sarcha
"After reading pretty much all negative reviews on here I went in to Nicolini's thinking something bad would happen, after we had our dinner I was..."
Elaine Young
"the food is fantastic, but the venue is a let..."
Sian
"I love NicolinisIts what you expect when you go to a reasonably priced resturant which is crammed full every night. The Food is..."
Mark Adam Cohen
"We attended on a Sunday night and found the service to be excellent despite the fact the restaurant was particularly busy.The quality of..."
Nick Whiteford
"i m marco from italy and i ve been living one year in wellington.i worked at nicolini s for 5 months and let me tell,that s the best italian food i..."
Brambilla Marco
"Best place for a date or dinner with family. I give very few places a 5/5 but some are just worth it I think. We ordered veg ravioli, a risotto,..."
Sonder Woman
"We had an amazing Birthday dinner at Nicolini’s last night. Food was delicious and amazing service. I wanted to say Thank you for Olivia for her..."
Shehara Dilshani
"Love the cheesy garlic bread and the shrimp fettuccine was yummy 😋 The tortellini wasn't as good as I thought it would be. 😐 Would love to see..."
Carolena Swaneveld
"We got dinner here for my boyfriend's birthday and it was great!!! Food was nice and ahtomosphere was awesome too! I got Fettucine Shrimps and it..."
AnnA
"Oh what a great evening we had at Nicolini's on the weekend, the food was great and very authentic, a real buzz and vibe in this restaurant . We'll..."
Owen Bellhouse
"Best customer service that I've experienced in NZ in 10 years. Waters were filled without asking. Piano player/singer was great. The food was..."
Alicia Osland
"Mixed reviews about our dining experience, mostly good though. I was the only one out of us that had an entree, the calamari. Very nice and I would..."
Pamela Ngan
"One of the best Italian restaurants I’ve ever been to. The food was fantastic, the staff were lovely and the restaurant itself had character and..."
Morgan Marshall
"Great atmosphere. Mains and desserts were amazing. Garlic bread was saturated in butter sadly and half way through our starters the main came out..."
Sue Geale
"Absolutely phenomenal family run proper Italian restaurant! High quality food with staff who genuinely care about your dining experience...."
Alice Harrsion
"The food is outstanding. Fresh. Delicious. The stuff are all very helpful and polite. The pasta is always cook to perfection, the tomatoes sauce is..."
Andrea Merlo
"If I could rate this restaurant higher than 5, i would. The presentation is beautiful, taste is amazing. Would definitely come back to try the..."
Claudia Vaya
"Really liked the ambience here - a nice touch with the real candles. Had two of the specials the Lamb Capeletti and the Venison Rigatone - both were..."
Michael Davidson
"Well hello Nicolini whanau. What an absolute delight to stumble across your restaurant 😊 From the time we arrived-was a bit iffy getting in..."
Oostys (Nunu)
"Down in Wellington and lucky enough to re-visit Nicolini’s on their first day in the new venue. Same great food. Amazing new venue. Incredible..."
Andrew Nicol
"Surprisingly Wellington has so many great Italian places. We have a few regular restaurants around the city where we go to but this place was..."
Rex S
"Huge thanks for an amazing experience last night! Big shout out to Emma, sales chicky of the year, and to moustache bro too for being a good sport!..."
James Bruniges
Pravda
85/100 (5290 ratings)
Restaurants
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Steakhouse
European
Grill
New Zealand
Grill
Steakhouse
European
New Zealand
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Breakfast
Brunch
After-hours
Dinner
Lunch
Pork
Burger
Beef
Toasts
Tiramisu
Pasta
Salad
Crab
Duck
Oyster
Lamb
Calamari
Bruschette
Risotto
Pesto
Calamares
Fish
Salmon
Sit down
Grill
Steakhouse
European
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Seating
Table Service
Reservations
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Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Accepts Credit Cards
Dinner
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Mid-range
"This place was so delicious. The staff were friendly, informative and very attentive. We ordered the antipasto platter, oysters, bruchetta as..."
Hannah-Bradee Phillips
"Delighted to showcase Wellington to a visitor from Melbourne over a long, leisurely lunch. Booking was easy, great ambience, fantastic food with..."
Hariata Hema
"Top notch food and service! We loved the oysters, beef tartare and steaks were cooked to perfection. We didn’t have room for sweet treats but we..."
Cherry Huang
"We had breakfast and ordered the Pravda Big Breakfast and the Lemon and Basil Smashed Avocado, sundried tomatoes, Zany Zeus feta, pistachios. Food..."
Patrick Zuluaga
"We came first time here, using first table website. First man who bring us to sit table, he was so gently and nice but who did service to us was a..."
Maho
"Outstanding food in a beautiful setting. Would not hesitate to return to try some more of the menu. The service was efficient and pleasant but I..."
Michael Errey
"Unbelievably yummy. Generous portions. Great..."
Marissa Carter
"Enjoy the cheese scones, salad and steak here! We came to try its famous cheese scones and it didn’t disappoint. The steak is also cooked to our..."
indah nuria Savitri
"Delicious dinner, beautiful interior with a romantic feeling. Perfect for date night or dinner with friends. Service was great, supised how large the..."
Jessica-Mae
"Very nice and fast service. Food was..."
Ralf Schulz
"Really enjoyed the express lunch and Wellington on a Plate cocktail. We also went on Valentine's Day, completely unplanned and got a window seat near..."
Tiara L
"Very enjoyable business dinner. Great Gin selection. Steak was cooked perfectly and all the side dishes complemented the..."
Evan Rayner
"The food is excellant. Drink choices are..."
Kevin Milstein
"Lovely ambiance, great hospitality (thank you Dex!) and incredible food. Our night out exceeded our expectations! Lovely fresh & tempura oysters,..."
Janneke
"Elegant and opulent cafe/restaurant/bar. We only popped in for a coffee but thoroughly enjoyed the coffee (they use local beans from Mount Victoria)..."
Trentyz
"Had an awesome experience. Loved the atmosphere. It was a very unique and enjoyable experience and I highly recommend coming here. The food and..."
Wesley Brinkman
Cicio Cacio Osteria Newtown
83/100 (2178 ratings)
Restaurants
Pizza
Vegetarian Friendly
European
Italian
Southern-Italian
Sicilian
Gluten Free Options
Tuscan
Central-Italian
Italian
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Dinner
Lunch
Bruschette
Pesto
Fish
Beef
Pork
Antipasti
Eggplant
Pasta
Salad
Tiramisu
Schnitzel
Lamb
Sit down
Southern-Italian
Sicilian
Tuscan
Pizza
European
Italian
Central-Italian
Serves Alcohol
Free off-street parking
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Accepts Credit Cards
Accepts Mastercard
Accepts Visa
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"Absolutely loved the atmosphere, felt welcoming and just like home. The food was amazing as well, the smells reminded me of all the home cooked meals..."
Jas Frisone
"Excellent. Probably the closest you'll get to Italy here. I say probably because I've never been to Italy. But my French friend who has been to Italy..."
James Ong
"I went for dinner with my partner and it being our third visit, I can safely say that it is one of my favourite restaurants in Wellington, and..."
Angel He
"Went with my girlfriend. It was a little difficult to get a response when attempting to book but sorted after a couple of calls. The place has..."
Hamish.rutherford
"Dined here with ma colleague.  The service was fantastic, the food was absolutely delicious (we ordered the special of the day) and the wine was..."
Trevor Landers
"Dined here with my husband for lunch. The  service was fantastic, the food was absolutely delicious (we ordered the special of the day) and the vino..."
The Food Snob
"All round amazing. The food was the tastiest food I've eaten for a while, I love what they are doing with a different menu each month! And to top it..."
Hungrygal
"Great atmosphere for a romantic date or just a fancy dinner. They have a different menu every month which means that I am constantly..."
Rebecca
"Amazing food! Great service and atmosphere. New favourite in Wellington. Portion sizes are very reasonable and the quality is fantastic. ..."
Shaun Johnston
"Time number 3So third time was not so lucky. I admit the place was busy, but not too busy to provide good service.I think my server..."
Mya
"This place is AWESOME been Here quite often and the menu changes as the seasons change , the staff are excellent the drinks are superb there's not..."
Jordan Halba
"Wow, what a fantastic restaurant! Beautiful food, excellent service and a warm and cosy atmosphere. I really like this place! If you’re after some..."
LucyGoosey
"Rustic, wholesome cooking just like Mama used to make.I really enjoyed our meal here, we had the arancini which had a delicious saffron flavour..."
Auckland Food Tours
"A large group of unruly old friends tried the capacity of this wonderful eatery and it came through with flying colours. The food was fabulous, the..."
Lee Taylor
"Had a fantastic meal last night. My wife and I rolled up without a reservation and were promptly seated. Once again we had a great meal, my wife's..."
Eddy Saul
"What a hidden gem in the middle of newtown. I took my partner , our 8 yo daughter and his friend to dine last Sunday night and we will definitely..."
Alejandra CORDOVEZ
"Without wanting to tread on past reminiscences, I think that this is one of the best italian restaurants wellington has seen. Il casino was wonderful..."
Duncan Galletly
"The most striking feature about Cicio Cacio is the stark contrast between the ramshackle of Newtown and its homely welcoming interior. The decor is..."
Markus Ho
"After reading some good reviews, decided to give Cicio Cacio a try. We were not disappointed, decor was interesting, menu all in Italian, so the..."
Chris Dobson
"Seriously, this is THE BEST Italian restaurant in the Wellington region.  The atmosphere is great, the food is just buonissimo and the service quite..."
Sonja Cabrera
"I'm actually in love with this place, the food and experience is so authentic! (Actually to be honest probably a bit better than a lot of places I..."
MissyDoolittle
"Ambience, amazing food and attentive friendly service. What a great restaurant. Our beautiful waitress explained the menu with ease .. the meals..."
Aleza Drake
""Serving food with love and passion feels different". I don't think anyone will actually know what it means until they experience it. Luckily I..."
Aneetta Baby
"This place is fantastic, and has been a favorite for years, since we used to live in the neighborhood. Just went back, and it's still great. We..."
Dev Null
"A hidden gem that serves absolutely delicious food. Service was efficient and food came out in short time. Cool interior that adds to the experience..."
Jake Wallis
"Visited after a glowing recommendation from a colleague and it was definitely worth it! Such a great space inside, and the food and service was..."
Amy Richardson
"2 dishes not available but 3rd choice was. The food was delicious! Pasta awesome. Good dessert..."
nigel saunders
"Absolutely fabulous dinner tonight celebrating my father’s birthday. We attended as a table of 8, ages ranging from 2 to 68. The food was superb,..."
Maria Johnston
"I went there for my birthday, we had a wonderful time in this very warm environment, the food is amazing we’ll done to the chef! The staff is..."
gwendoline guerineau
"We loved this little authentic Italian restaurant in a cozy neighborhood of Wellington. Homemade pasta was excellent. Lemon mascarpone. Everything..."
Darlene Molenaar
"Great food and service as always. Enjoyed the live entertainment once the volume was turned down a littke. We came to talk and catch up. But overall,..."
Debbie Gee
Portofinos Restaurant Wellington Cbd
75/100 (1982 ratings)
Restaurants
European
Vegetarian Friendly
Pizza
European
Italian
Gluten Free Options
Italian
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Dinner
Lunch
Lasagne
Bruschette
Pesto
Pasta
Salad
Scallops
Calamari
Risotto
Salmon
Tiramisu
Sit down
Pizza
European
Italian
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Outdoor Seating
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"Listed in one of my favourite pasta restaurants!!! The lasagna is novel that served with soup-like sauce, which is pretty appetising, but the pasty..."
Vicky Yiu
"Been to Portofino 3 times now and never disappointed. Favourite Spaghetti bolognese in welly, so flavorful. Service always amazing,..."
Kelly Violet
"We have beeen there with friends for birthday party staff was very nice, friendly and lovely. We all had pasta, pizza, and other things. All food was..."
Monika Ñàķhwāł
"VERY Friendly staff, clean place in a prime location with long Peroni served from the tap and yum food with a wicked view. Highly..."
The Food Snob
"A great restaurant if you want something along the water. Great for big groups the pasta and the pizzas are all amazing - the garlic bread is also..."
Kate.mcpherson123
"I love Portofino, great pasta, good cocktails and service is always quick! Great for before a show like WOW! If you like Italian give Portofino a..."
Elisa Lamb
" Amazing experience went there this weekend with big group orderd pizza and pasta. Pizza was so delicious real italian and pasta either. Surely..."
Khush
"We popped in here an hour before having to head back to our cruise ship. The staff were exceptional. So friendly and accommodating. I asked for..."
GoodFood4Me
"Nice Italian restaurant on the waterfront. I had a Hawaiian pizza which was delicious :) I also tried some of my friends carbonara which was also..."
SH
"We had a wonderful time here the food was delicious and staff were some of the friendliest I have ever encountered. I can't wait to go back...."
Estelle Gillies
"It was a Friday night and we were craving for Italian food. We ordered 2 ice teas (lemon and peach) and pesto pizza pane. Service was fast despite..."
Nikhil Goyal
"Was really nice food and ok service! Food came out very fast. Only downfall was they made us wait at the bar to pay for our meals which took about 15..."
Jade Cocurullo
"Great service and always an awesome steak! Mario is a gem and looks after everyone so well. Location of Queens wharf is stunning in summer. Outside..."
Tracey Davis
"I've been to Portofino a lot of times throughout the country (Auckland, New Plymouth and Wellington) and they never fail to impress, the food is..."
Amy Johnson
"I've been to this place about 3 times now. It is my favourite italian restaurant in Wellington. Food is amazing, big portion, reasonable price, and..."
Foooodie Explorer
"The most enjoyable dining experience.Spent New Years in Wellington, this restaurant was definitely one of the best that stood out from many others we..."
Tor
"Portofino is one of my favorite restaurants in Wellington. The bench seating is our favorite place to sit but now they are ripped and tatty letting..."
Amy Chattington-Harris
"Portafino is well situated in Wellington. It sits on the waterfront where you can catch the sun setting on the water as you delve into your spaghetti..."
Alicia McQuade
"Was alright food. Really enjoyed entree bread, and main was good, but dessert was a let down. Really big portions throughout! Was a bit annoying..."
Loren Svensek
"The food was great. But could work on costumer service, staffs seems a bit snobby. A great view of the ocean from where we were sitting. Portofino,..."
Junina D. Santos
"...he spaghetti marinara with a salsa sauce. It was great, there were lots of fresh mussels in their shell and all throughout the pasta there was..."
Wander Wonder Wonton
"I went to the restaurant for dinner with some trepidation, due to reading unflattering earlier reviews. But I had recently enjoyed a nice lunch there..."
E Cook
"Went here for a Hens night and had the best service and the best food!! We had the top mezzanine all to ourselves and were looked after by a..."
Cheryl
"Three of us had lunch last week and it was a delightful experience. From Maitre 'd, waitresses, food, to ambiance it was excellent. Great..."
Brian Gilliland
"Solidly good Italian food with reasonable service. Pizza's authentic and tasty, using apparently genuine Italian ingredients. Generous servings. ..."
Ruckus Rooster
"Amazing food and service, this is our fourth time visiting this restaurant cor dinner and as per usual the food was great and the service 2nd to..."
Brendon
"I took 24 staff here recently for a retirement dinner mid week and had an excellent evening. I needed to ask for more bottles of wine that I found a..."
Graham
"We went to Portofino for a work team lunch. We emailed our order ahead but unfortunately the email wasn't received for some reason. The staff quickly..."
Frances
"We went there on a Friday night around 11 pm when almost all restaurants in the city had closed down. The staff were quite welcoming and pleasant and..."
Laxmi Padiyath
"I went there with 4 of my friends for a birthday celebration and it was fantastic!!I ordered the hawaiin pizza which was a little lacking in the..."
Megan
"I had a business lunch mid week at this restaurant and was really impressed. The decor is lovely however the service was a little stilted probably..."
Flossie
"Delicious pasta...so fresh and full of flavour...kids meal too was lovely...highly..."
Lupe Williams
"This restaurant is located right outside our office (Fronde) and is very handy for team lunches, lunch meetings, drinks after work etc etc. The place..."
Akil Narayana
"went there last night to hav the best meal with fab wine (i asked them to chose a wine for us ) with two of our girls. second time iv dinned..."
Ian A Page
"Staff were amazing and attentive. Food was delicious and fast. View was astounding. Love this place will be back..."
Phillip (Phil)
"Overall, extremely impressed! Friendly and efficient service (on a very busy Mother’s Day), the wait was not too long for the food, and they..."
Darion Mannie
"Had great food very well presented and deliciously tasty. Cocktails were also very enjoyable. Service I felt was below what's expected they weren't..."
King Cole
"So delighted to have a meal at this restaurant. Staff very friendly, great services , very attentive Loved my meal & others with me also enjoyed..."
Jacque De Vincenzo
"Lovely meal, service was a little on the slow side however server's were wonderful - taking photos for our group and engaging in banter with us. ..."
MJ A
"Lovely Italian restaurant by the Wellington Bay. I had a working lunch here with some colleagues and we did enjoy great food and drinks. I tried the..."
indah nuria Savitri
"Nicely presented Italian food especially their Pizzas, Veal with tasty mushroom sauce, and eye fillet steaks!! Medium-small sized portions only!!..."
Phillip Yee
"One of the BEST Italian Restaurants in Wellington! The owner and staff are very attentive, friendly and polite. The food and dessert were delicious,..."
Kylie Tse
"We selected Portofino despite lots of options right at this same location based on the menu and wine list. Both served us well. They didn’t have..."
Brie Krend
"I was taking here just last night for my Birthday Dinner. I / we had the best evening out in a long time. The staff were excellent, the drinks and..."
Lisa Groos
"First time visit for our son's birthday. We had pre booked a table which was good as they were busy with not many tables spare. Orders were taken..."
Stephen Kemp
"Friendly professional waitstaff. Good gluten free options. Almost all pasta dishes can be made gf on request. The food is of consistent quality and..."
Glenda Phillips
"Real Italian restaurant that sends your tastebuds right back to good ol Europe. The spaghetti marina are to die for and the deserts are delicious...."
Bjoern Brunner
"The vibe here is that of being sophisticated and accommodating with the staff working furiously in the background to ensure the deliciously fresh..."
Heemi Katene-Hill
"Lovely place on the waterfront, lovely atmosphere too. Service was mixed due to customers coming in after our table and getting their food first,..."
Marco Reeve
"Portofino is located on the wharf in Wellington with beautiful views excellent service and cuisine for an American Canadian opinion. Thank you for..."
Joe Parsons
Portofino
73/100 (3235 ratings)
Restaurants
Italian
European
Vegetarian Friendly
Pizza
European
Italian
Gluten Free Options
Pizza
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
After-hours
Dinner
Lunch
Prawns
Tiramisu
Shrimp
Cheesecakes
Salad
Lasagne
Scallops
Carbonara
Calamari
Cannelloni
Risotto
Mussels
Lamb
Bruschette
Profiteroles
Pesto
Calamares
Fish
Antipasti
Cheesecake
Sit down
European
Pizza
Italian
Reservations
Serves Alcohol
Highchairs Available
Seating
Full Bar
Table Service
Accepts Credit Cards
Wheelchair Accessible
Outdoor Seating
Dinner
Lunch
After-hours
Mid-range
"Listed in one of my favourite pasta restaurants!!! The lasagna is novel that served with soup-like sauce, which is pretty appetising, but the pasty..."
Vicky Yiu
"Been to Portofino 3 times now and never disappointed. Favourite Spaghetti bolognese in welly, so flavorful. Service always amazing,..."
Kelly Violet
"We have beeen there with friends for birthday party staff was very nice, friendly and lovely. We all had pasta, pizza, and other things. All food was..."
Monika Ñàķhwāł
"VERY Friendly staff, clean place in a prime location with long Peroni served from the tap and yum food with a wicked view. Highly..."
The Food Snob
"A great restaurant if you want something along the water. Great for big groups the pasta and the pizzas are all amazing - the garlic bread is also..."
Kate.mcpherson123
"I love Portofino, great pasta, good cocktails and service is always quick! Great for before a show like WOW! If you like Italian give Portofino a..."
Elisa Lamb
" Amazing experience went there this weekend with big group orderd pizza and pasta. Pizza was so delicious real italian and pasta either. Surely..."
Khush
"We popped in here an hour before having to head back to our cruise ship. The staff were exceptional. So friendly and accommodating. I asked for..."
GoodFood4Me
"Nice Italian restaurant on the waterfront. I had a Hawaiian pizza which was delicious :) I also tried some of my friends carbonara which was also..."
SH
"We had a wonderful time here the food was delicious and staff were some of the friendliest I have ever encountered. I can't wait to go back...."
Estelle Gillies
"It was a Friday night and we were craving for Italian food. We ordered 2 ice teas (lemon and peach) and pesto pizza pane. Service was fast despite..."
Nikhil Goyal
"Was really nice food and ok service! Food came out very fast. Only downfall was they made us wait at the bar to pay for our meals which took about 15..."
Jade Cocurullo
"Great service and always an awesome steak! Mario is a gem and looks after everyone so well. Location of Queens wharf is stunning in summer. Outside..."
Tracey Davis
"I've been to Portofino a lot of times throughout the country (Auckland, New Plymouth and Wellington) and they never fail to impress, the food is..."
Amy Johnson
"I've been to this place about 3 times now. It is my favourite italian restaurant in Wellington. Food is amazing, big portion, reasonable price, and..."
Foooodie Explorer
"The most enjoyable dining experience.Spent New Years in Wellington, this restaurant was definitely one of the best that stood out from many others we..."
Tor
"Portofino is one of my favorite restaurants in Wellington. The bench seating is our favorite place to sit but now they are ripped and tatty letting..."
Amy Chattington-Harris
"Portafino is well situated in Wellington. It sits on the waterfront where you can catch the sun setting on the water as you delve into your spaghetti..."
Alicia McQuade
"Was alright food. Really enjoyed entree bread, and main was good, but dessert was a let down. Really big portions throughout! Was a bit annoying..."
Loren Svensek
"The food was great. But could work on costumer service, staffs seems a bit snobby. A great view of the ocean from where we were sitting. Portofino,..."
Junina D. Santos
"...he spaghetti marinara with a salsa sauce. It was great, there were lots of fresh mussels in their shell and all throughout the pasta there was..."
Wander Wonder Wonton
"I went to the restaurant for dinner with some trepidation, due to reading unflattering earlier reviews. But I had recently enjoyed a nice lunch there..."
E Cook
"Went here for a Hens night and had the best service and the best food!! We had the top mezzanine all to ourselves and were looked after by a..."
Cheryl
"Three of us had lunch last week and it was a delightful experience. From Maitre 'd, waitresses, food, to ambiance it was excellent. Great..."
Brian Gilliland
"Solidly good Italian food with reasonable service. Pizza's authentic and tasty, using apparently genuine Italian ingredients. Generous servings. ..."
Ruckus Rooster
"Amazing food and service, this is our fourth time visiting this restaurant cor dinner and as per usual the food was great and the service 2nd to..."
Brendon
"I took 24 staff here recently for a retirement dinner mid week and had an excellent evening. I needed to ask for more bottles of wine that I found a..."
Graham
"We went to Portofino for a work team lunch. We emailed our order ahead but unfortunately the email wasn't received for some reason. The staff quickly..."
Frances
"We went there on a Friday night around 11 pm when almost all restaurants in the city had closed down. The staff were quite welcoming and pleasant and..."
Laxmi Padiyath
"I went there with 4 of my friends for a birthday celebration and it was fantastic!!I ordered the hawaiin pizza which was a little lacking in the..."
Megan
"I had a business lunch mid week at this restaurant and was really impressed. The decor is lovely however the service was a little stilted probably..."
Flossie
"Delicious pasta...so fresh and full of flavour...kids meal too was lovely...highly..."
Lupe Williams
"This restaurant is located right outside our office (Fronde) and is very handy for team lunches, lunch meetings, drinks after work etc etc. The place..."
Akil Narayana
"went there last night to hav the best meal with fab wine (i asked them to chose a wine for us ) with two of our girls. second time iv dinned..."
Ian A Page
"Staff were amazing and attentive. Food was delicious and fast. View was astounding. Love this place will be back..."
Phillip (Phil)
"Overall, extremely impressed! Friendly and efficient service (on a very busy Mother’s Day), the wait was not too long for the food, and they..."
Darion Mannie
"Had great food very well presented and deliciously tasty. Cocktails were also very enjoyable. Service I felt was below what's expected they weren't..."
King Cole
"So delighted to have a meal at this restaurant. Staff very friendly, great services , very attentive Loved my meal & others with me also enjoyed..."
Jacque De Vincenzo
"Lovely meal, service was a little on the slow side however server's were wonderful - taking photos for our group and engaging in banter with us. ..."
MJ A
"Lovely Italian restaurant by the Wellington Bay. I had a working lunch here with some colleagues and we did enjoy great food and drinks. I tried the..."
indah nuria Savitri
"Nicely presented Italian food especially their Pizzas, Veal with tasty mushroom sauce, and eye fillet steaks!! Medium-small sized portions only!!..."
Phillip Yee
"One of the BEST Italian Restaurants in Wellington! The owner and staff are very attentive, friendly and polite. The food and dessert were delicious,..."
Kylie Tse
"We selected Portofino despite lots of options right at this same location based on the menu and wine list. Both served us well. They didn’t have..."
Brie Krend
"I was taking here just last night for my Birthday Dinner. I / we had the best evening out in a long time. The staff were excellent, the drinks and..."
Lisa Groos
"First time visit for our son's birthday. We had pre booked a table which was good as they were busy with not many tables spare. Orders were taken..."
Stephen Kemp
"Friendly professional waitstaff. Good gluten free options. Almost all pasta dishes can be made gf on request. The food is of consistent quality and..."
Glenda Phillips
"Real Italian restaurant that sends your tastebuds right back to good ol Europe. The spaghetti marina are to die for and the deserts are delicious...."
Bjoern Brunner
"The vibe here is that of being sophisticated and accommodating with the staff working furiously in the background to ensure the deliciously fresh..."
Heemi Katene-Hill
"Lovely place on the waterfront, lovely atmosphere too. Service was mixed due to customers coming in after our table and getting their food first,..."
Marco Reeve
"Portofino is located on the wharf in Wellington with beautiful views excellent service and cuisine for an American Canadian opinion. Thank you for..."
Joe Parsons