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Mao And Co
100/100 (25 ratings)
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"When you see these guys run over and get a sichuan beef noodle bowl before they sell out and get the mixed dumplings on top! Their mango and coconut..."
Timothy Tsoulos
"Hands down the best home made noodles and dumplings ever!!! All naturally coloured and cooked fresh. Can not be beat! Love you Maos xoxxoxox try my..."
Cliff & Lisa Ah-Leong
"Pork dumplings wow! Great vegetarian selections too. Such lovely guys, true professionals obviously hospitality trained. Would highly recommend for..."
Jodie Meyer
"The food was delicious and flavours were amazing. Our visitors from London raved about it when we took them to enjoy the food. This food truck is..."
D Comely
"Always love visiting Drew, Tom and the team at Mao’s, absolute fave is the pork noodles, and they have the best dumplings in..."
Charlotte Daly
"Love love love the dumplings. Delicious fresh and healthy. Highly..."
Nadene Hunt
"Superb food, fresh, tasty and totally moreish. These guys understand their flavours (& their colours) so well, absolutely..."
Alex Jarman
"The best dumplings I’ve ever..."
Cherish Anderson
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Cagan Burrows
Hiakai
99/100 (717 ratings)
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New Zealand
Polynesian
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
New Zealand
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Dinner
New Zealand
Polynesian
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Dinner
Fine Dining
"It's definitely a unique experience. Loved that the chef came out and walked the floor. I love the decor. Also easy to hear... the ambience..."
Susan McLean
"We had the most amazing meal here. It’s not exactly cheap, but it’s a dining experience like nothing else you’ll find in Wellington. Truly..."
Jarrod Baker
"Such an amazing place. The decor and music is just so chilled out. The team running about are super amazing, friendly and knowledgeable. All..."
Cara Marshall
"As soon as you walk in, your not sure what's up stairs! The atmosphere is just sooooo soooo cozy!!! Its a really intimate setting, the way it's..."
Ti Ai
"An amazing night with stunning food all dedicated to showcasing what makes NZ special. The service here is on par with the dishes. The staff are..."
Georgia Bennett
"The best food experience I had in Wellington. The menu is delightfully crafted with meaning and purpose. Visually it's art and not only that, each..."
Filip S
"Outstanding! Excellent representation! Fancy cuisine! Food art! Terrific! I eccentric! Sophisticated! It will blow away your mind! Its all about..."
Deanna
"Wonderful culinary experience! Every dish is subtily prepared with a complex mix of tastes, textures and colours. You can pair with wine according to..."
Claire Wastiaux
"Simply the best restaurant I have been to, food was beautiful both in taste and visually. The story made it a much fuller experience, with even the..."
Kate
"We went here for an eight course dinner. The story they created around the dishes was so interesting and personalised the experience. It’s fine..."
Miri S
Dhana Eatery
99/100 (220 ratings)
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Vegan Options
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"What a fantastic first experience, it was fairly quiet but still bustling. I asked what the gentleman running the front would suggest as a first try,..."
Jay
"Hidden gem. Great place for great selection food, lots options for vegetarian and vegan. I had salad bowl with cauliflower, super yummy - apparently..."
s s
"Walked past this place a few times while we were in Wellington I decided to go check it out and this place did not disappoint wonderful meals I..."
66whitereaper99
"Fabulous food, the pulled pork was fantastic. Every last thing is home made, including the sauces and the sauerkraut. Very reasonable prices for what..."
Pirmin Schürmann
"One of Wellington's hidden gems — absolutely amazing food and drink, catering to anyone's dietary requirements. Edit 2020/12/01: As of 8 months..."
Tomais Williamson
"Wow! Amazing vegan+gf cauliflower salad and chocolate tart. Lots of vegan, vegetarian and gf options to eat yum! Excellent service too. Will..."
Carolina Flora Diaz
"A little hidden gem just off Lambton Quay, with a really chilled out atmosphere despite being right in the CBD. The vegan burger is a must-try even..."
Luke
"Hidden gem for sure! I had a coffee and the date scone, which paired perfectly together. Friendly staff as..."
Cara Longmuir
"Amazing hidden little gem. Top quality tasty food with great service and unique organic tasty foods. You can tell the owners have alot of passion for..."
Richard Mulligan
"Incredible flavourfull food, impeccible service - simply a delight. Had the vegan eggs florentine and an apple and ginger..."
Elizabeth Smith
Kazaguruma Japanese Dining
99/100 (691 ratings)
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Vegan Options
Middle Eastern
Afghani
Sushi
Japanese
Asian
Japanese Fusion
Bar
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Vegetarian Friendly
Vegetarian Friendly
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Prawns
Tempura
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"Delicious from start to finish. And we did the saki pairing to make it even better. If you love the food of Japan this is the best place to go. We..."
Geoff Bilbrough
"Amazing to have a kaiseki/omakase experience like this in Wellington! Everything we had was exceptional and dietary requirements were catered for. I..."
Tiara L
"What a lovely dining experience... everything was just so excellent. To the polite informative service, beautifully presented food, tasty dishes, all..."
Pamela Ngan
"What an incredible experience! We went for the first time for my birthday and we will definitely come back for other special occasions. We had the..."
Sarah Roussel
"Tl;dr, the best Japanese cuisine in Wellington I've had, but I wanted a bit more. Great selection of drinks ranging from regular wines to more niche..."
Josh Young
"Best westernised Japanese food in town! Went for lunch with the family. We ordered several dishes rather than the set menu. We enjoyed every single..."
Alex Tai
"With no exaggeration, Kazaguruma sets the highest standard in Wellington for Japanese cuisine. Each dish’s flavour and aesthetics are prepared..."
Richard Lei
"We had the UMAMI premium seafood “omakase” four course dinner ($90). The service was efficient, courteous and thoughtful. The seafood was so..."
Shay Zhang
"Excellent food and service ! We had Umami set menu and sake pairing menu. Very very pleased with out selection. The Umami menu included 4 different..."
Deanna
"I have been meaning to try this new Japanese restaurant for a while. We had the set menu. The sashimi and sushi were amazing. The highlight was the..."
Tahia Eaqub
"Incredibly special dining experience with a magical set menu and matching sake for each course. Focused on delicious seafood. Book ahead. Expensive..."
Jenny O'Brien
"Just AMAZING. I do not like fish at all I have to say, but this menu with raw fish and sushi was just awesome. I cannot describe these compositions..."
Detlef
"Tasty food, friendly wait staff, and a great selection of NZ and Japanese drinks. I have been back to this restaurant a few times now and I am always..."
Sharon Alderson
"Tiny little restaurant with exceptional food and service. The seafood was so fresh and beautifully presented, each dish to follow was delicious. The..."
Jenni Palmer
"Food was delicious! Staff were phenomenal, really went above and beyond, after incidentally finding out we were there for a birthday dinner they..."
Nadine Liddell
"Excellent. I cannot stress it enough how excellent our meals were. They were so satisfying. A nice, cozy section. Great customer service too. Will be..."
M. Shomade
"Most authentic Japanese cuisine in Wellington run by Japanese. Each dish is prepared with care and full of taste. They also offer dairy free, gluten..."
Jay K
"I pass this place everyday and been meaning to try this place out. I am so glad I did and wish I went sooner! The staff was super friendly and..."
Mark Tan
"We had the set menu, all the food was a experience that transported us to Japan using new Zealand produce. The food was visually appealing and tasted..."
David Milne
Bambuchisan
97/100 (355 ratings)
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Gluten Free Options
International
Vegan Options
New Zealand
Japanese
Contemporary
Vegetarian Friendly
Japanese Fusion
Canadian
Contemporary
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Drinks
Dinner
Brunch
Pork
Beef
Sit down
Contemporary
Japanese
Japanese Fusion
Canadian
Serves Alcohol
Gift Cards Available
Parking Available
Accepts Credit Cards
Accepts Mastercard
Accepts Visa
Street Parking
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Drinks
Dinner
Mid-range
"We had a shared birthday party at BambuchiSan for myself and my dog Bagel. We absolutely loved the great service, cool atmosphere and delicious food..."
Ash Syme
"We love this place for its homey warmth, casual style and smart creativity. Did I say food? The food is honestly great! We loved traveling around..."
Svetlana S (SvS)
"Tried for the first time. Thought it was really great ! We had fried rice balls (amazing balls), karaage chicken , and both items from the sea: fried..."
Deanna
"New to Wellington and still looking for that nice little gem.. and I think we have found it. Great service, Tasty well presented cocktails, food is...."
MissMinimish
"What a great experience. Kept ordering the bam bam chicken and the..."
Khalid Al-Ghanim
"Really nice ambience in the restaurant and service was excellent. All of the dishes that we tried were perfectly cooked and presentation was..."
Gerard Hermans
"each dish was absolutely delicious. good vibe. attentive and fun waitress. can't believe we haven't been..."
Jesslyn Praganta
"Excellent food. My wife had the snapper, very well prepared. Great food at a reasonable price. Gets busy around 7:00 . Well presented. Close to the..."
Terry Bixler
"Fantastic little gem. I don't want to review this place so it can be my little secret but they deserve the rave review. Great patio, excellent..."
Amy Marchello
"Really delicious food and great service. Such a great spot if gluten intolerant like me but my bf loved it too. Definitely not sacrificing anything..."
Isabelle Hamer
"Best food we have eaten in our 14 days on the North Island of Aotearoa! Delicious unique menu, great vibe, excellent..."
Jessica Barker
"Hidden gem of Wellington. I definitely feel like this place is underrated, the food is complex and delicious the chef has an amazing understanding..."
Talia Anderson
"Amazing food, amazing service, great menu and dog friendly so we could take our puppy with us, also BYO. This place is local to us and we plan on..."
Shyam Masala
"absolutely insane tasting food, was so stoked to have found this gem!! food, drinks and service was all..."
Annie Ruddock
"Delicious. Go here. Set in a former tattoo parlour, Bambuchi is the cool little eatery you didn't know you wanted as your local. A close relation of..."
J.G. Seabrook
"Amazing Gluten Free Restaurant with great vegan options! Loved everything we got and we got everything vegan. Lovely..."
B Munro
"Amazing service, food and ambience. The drink list is amazing and fresh, the food cooked beyond compare. Try the Kimchi Cubano or the chicken bene..."
BRY0N NZ
"Intimate room + outside balcony area. Great addition to Hataitai. We had katsu donburi with bonito and fresh peas, okonomiyaki, and avocado on toast..."
Jade Mansueto
Busters Woodfired Pizza
97/100 (419 ratings)
Restaurants
Pizza
Vegetarian Friendly
Pizza
Vegetarian Friendly
Dinner
Lunch
Pizza
Wheelchair Accessible
Takeout
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"My new favorite lunch spot! The pizza is amazing. I had the Island Bay pizza and you can tell there was love put into making the pizza because each..."
Jackie Tieu
"Great pizzas, great location (just steps from the beach), and vegan cheese available as well as gluten free pies for those who need..."
Samantha Macia
"Delicious pizza and lovely staff! Would highly recommend. Loved the Seaton..."
Leila Jones
"Great pizza right on the beach. Genuinely the best pizza I've had in Wellington, the ingredients are super high quality and the staff are very..."
Vincent Hayward
"Great pizza for a pop-up stand! We just did takeaway but this would be a great place to stop if you were hanging out in Lyall Bay for lunch. Also the..."
Andrew R
"Fantastic, fast, wood fired pizza. Really delicious flavors available. Close proximity to the parrot dog brewery and the beach are definite pluses as..."
Chris Lakeman
"Absolutely delicious pizza! The crust is that perfect combination of form enough to hold the slice, but also slightly chewy. Plenty of toppings to..."
Quint Davison
"Best pizza in wellington !! Also the owner is so friendly..."
alexe perron
"Fantastic place to get good wood fire pizza every pizza I've had here is very tasty they do half size lunch options which is great as I work near by..."
Justin Broom
"Sooo good. Best pizza Ive tried in Wellington so far! I'm from Europe and was desperate to found a good pizza here. Done . Worth it! Go for..."
Iristoff babybear
"Nice people great..."
Craig Smith
"Such a great pizza, love the mushroom one! Very quick service as well. One of the fav takeaway in..."
Evgeny Rodygin
"Absolutely amazing find. Randomly came across this place. Awesome cosy little spot. Pizza was delicious. Highly..."
Anthony Mcgladdery
"Food was fast and absolutely delicious, the people were lovely too, a great place to find at the end of a long day for myself and my..."
Amber Malden
"Not sure, but might be the best pizza in Wellington now. 2nd best for, but best is a possibility. Will need to do further..."
kirill kirichai
"I like the Roseneath here. Came here pre and post change of ownership. Pizza was just as..."
Reniss R
Tomboy
96/100 (257 ratings)
Dessert
Coffee & Tea
Quick Bites
Coffee & Tea
Vegetarian Friendly
New Zealand
Deli
Cafe
Vegan Options
Deli
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Breakfast
Café
Deli
New Zealand
Seating
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Breakfast
"Think this could be our new favourite! Love the unique cosy atmosphere. Imagine you’re visiting your Grandmas house but it’s filled to the brim..."
Isabella Clague
"Cake for my baby brought tears to my eyes…. In a good way! Such a yummy cake and so pretty, everyone loved it. Easy ordering..."
Katie Rowsell
"So good! The food all looked delicious, we struggled deciding what to get. The Balkan filo pie was great, so was all the sweets we got. The servers..."
Sara Pianavilla
"Best ham and cheese baguette i’ve have had. Great barista coffee. Cozy and full of characters. Staff are so friendly. Highly..."
Kelly Tran
"Always friendly service, amazing food and even made me a donut that wasn’t on sale that day to..."
Jack Hawker
"My go-to cafe! Their food and coffee is consistently delicious, as well as their coffee. Staff are so welcoming and hospitable. Huge shout out to..."
Krizelle Lacson
"Very cosy little local coffee shop! Stopped on the way into town and everything was great, we came back for a second morning! Fresh and tasty food..."
Richard Wood
"I ordered blackforest cupcakes and a large lemon cake with vanilla bean icing for my baby shower and it was all amazing! The cake was light and the..."
Lara Somervell
"Great baked goods. Everything here is delicious and the service is heartfelt and nice. Such a cute hidden away..."
Jacqui Cuff
"The outdoor seating and the plates were so cute at Tomboy. I loved everything I got. The pesto parmesan basil brioche was so buttery, savoury and..."
Joa
"One of my favorite bakeries in Wellington. Staff is super kind and the baked goods are AMAZING. Very nice vibe to the..."
Claire Cassreino
"Today is one of those day when we decided to go to a new place for food and beverage. With a good selection of delicious counter food to choose from,..."
Nini Mulyani
"This place is SO good! The service is also great. It was hard to choose what to eat with all the yummy food. Great coffee too...."
Marcelo Sosa
"Went there at 11 am for the pillows but they were gone already. The lady told we could phone order them so will try that next time. Its a small cozy..."
Natthamon Wutthithanthawee
"What a beautiful cake, everyone loved it and said it was delicious! The cafe is lovely and has fresh savoury and sweet treats. Thank you so much, I'd..."
Katie K
"Yummy yummy get in my tummy. Coffee is great and the food delicious. I particularly love the chicken and herb rolls here (homemade rolls are to die..."
Reuben Dredge
"Hypothesis: You can have your cake and eat it too. Method: Order a vanilla bean cream cheese cake from Tomboy Majoribanks Street (pro-tip: stand..."
Lucas Davies
"Such a lovely cafe with amazing coffee and lemon honey tea! Service here is immaculate! Lovely people and would definitely recommend..."
AHGH
"Pillow donut was really good! We managed to get their 2nd last one for the..."
Jennifer Yee
Boquita
96/100 (579 ratings)
Restaurants
Mexican
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Dinner
Lunch
Tapas
Tacos
"Really nice vegan Mexican restaurant! Great option for a meat free Monday ;) Really lovely staff who are willing to explain parts of the menu...."
Bennis Dennis
"Fabulous vegetarian Mexican cuisine. So tasty, so fresh. The nachitos were a great starter - lovely taste & crunch from the chips. The tacos are..."
Martin Bridges
"Prepare to wait a long time for service, as this operation is stripped right back to the core. It might take 45 minutes from sitting down to eating,..."
Garian “DJ” Olsen
"This place is amazing, I will be returning! The staff were friendly and helpful and the food was delicious and healthy and nice and quick. The food..."
Beth Mackintosh
"Inviting and trendy atmosphere for delicious tacos. Perfect place for a casual dinner or intimate date. The staff are friendly, knowledgeable and..."
O Y N
"Cute little Mexican restaurant, if you want to enjoy great vegetarian food that’s a place to be! The menu is short but you have the choice between..."
Lucile Kopytko
"Unreal vegan tacos. A must if you are vegan, vegetarian, or just love good plant based..."
Nick Rutledge
"This place is AMAZING! Whether you are vegetarian, vegan, plant-based or not, the food is outstanding! Could not recommend more. We will be..."
Kit Bond
"Fantastic mexican food and friendly service. Clearly a lot of thought and care goes into the menu and the..."
Sean
"Best taco in New Zealand. This place is a must. Don't hesitate. You will love..."
Zoltan Debre
"Limited menu but we'll worth a visit. Very good vegan Mexican tacos. Good depth of flavours and not the usual overly rich mix of dairy and meat...."
john saunders
"Having become a vegan pretty recently, I've been looking around for places to eat out and not just have one or two things to choose. Finding an..."
Rose Miller
"Best tacos I have ever eaten. I wasn't hungry but still ordered a second round. Food is meticously prepared and very creative. If I could give six..."
Rob Gubiani
"The food was delicious, good price, and great service. And they are a living wage employer !!!! Will definitely be..."
E Hu
"Just had the best tacos ever!!! Definitely a must go for foodies (especially the vegan ones) in Wellington! Tacos were top notch​! Seasoning on the..."
Lu de Souza
"For a vegetarian, the food was fantastic. Loved the eggplant filled burrito. In fact, all the fillings were great. It was open mike night -..."
Ashish Pala
"We want to have this food for our wedding (shame we're from the UK 😔). Its so tasty, simple menu, but this mean they did everything superbly. The..."
Alyx Slater
"First visit. Unfortunately upstairs not open so subjected to the customer flow and associated noise.Food was delicious but some options out of stock...."
Bruce Steel
Ekor Bookshop & Cafe Limited
96/100 (314 ratings)
Coffee & Tea
Quick Bites
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Cafe
Vegetarian Friendly
Cafe
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Cheap Eats
"The owner utilizes the place very well, the books,the art and the tables all stay together very comfortably. Unique nice place for a coffee for us,..."
Haiying Shi
"What a nice way to enjoy a coffee! Surround yourself with books books books!! Awesome vibe, great customer service. Will return for..."
Rebekah Goldsack
"When I go to this little cafe/book shop I feel like I have taken a mini holiday to some other land. My 3 year old loves the train set available to..."
Laurna Munro
"One of my favourite cafe in Wellington. As opposed many other cafes, this place is quiet and cosy. Service is also excellent. Great coffee (they use..."
Jay K
"This is a wonderful, eclectic bookshop with hidden gems. Games, cards, wonderful Children's corner and a little cafe with inside and outside seating...."
Paul Collins
"Such a cute and cosy little cafe! This has become our regular go to when we feel like we need some time to chill out and enjoy a coffee. Coffee is..."
Kristy Keall
"Love this place. Awesome selection of books and things, plus great coffee (People's) and the cabinet selection always has something tasty to choose..."
Thomas Buchanan
"This is hands down my favourite place to enjoy a coffee. The ambience (being surrounded by books plus loveliest music selection) calms me right down...."
Hillary Wilk
"Great Cafe/bookshop. Good coffee by Wellington standards. Awesome collection of Cafe "cabinet food" from a selection of great bakeries in Wellington...."
Guy Marriott
"Lovely little bookshop with great coffee and a nice selection of light food. Great place to chill out for half an hour, right across the street from..."
Eoin Moynihan
"Great place, good coffee. We didn't realize that we stayed overtime but the guy told us nothing and let us stay a bit more: those are the kind of..."
Fabio Mologni
"Perfect spot for a fresh breakfast or lunch. The abundance of books and nic naks are also a..."
Rachael Theresa
"Barista was so friendly and welcoming. Great coffee. Kid friendly, my son loved their train..."
Sam Jones
"Great little book store with comprehensive selection. The food is delicious the salmon quiche especially. People's coffee served here is especially..."
Alan Woods
"Amazing range of books in such a tiny store, fantastic coffee and super lovely service. Long may it stay and I will of course keep..."
aliron
"Just fabulous. An inspiring set of books, great coffee, yum carrot cakes, and tables for sitting at and couches for snuggling on. It's..."
Peter Kelly
Bellamys By Logan Brown
96/100 (309 ratings)
Restaurants
New Zealand
European
New Zealand
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Gluten Free Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Dinner
Lunch
Lamb
Fish
Burger
Sit down
New Zealand
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Serves Alcohol
Gift Cards Available
Private Dining
Dinner
Lunch
Fine Dining
"Super quiet in the awkward period of time between the election and the official results being announced. Highly recommend opting for a quiet spot in..."
Chloe Gay
"Lovely place to eat. Great ambience and excellent service. Wellington’s best kept secret. A very special place to eat in the heart of the beehive...."
Stephen Wright
"We really enjoyed the night at Parliament. Brilliant food and great service. Definitely a Must-do destination while visiting..."
Ching Jung Lin
"Amazing service, exceptionally tasty food. Highlights were the whisky, Manuka rib eye and the mushrooms. These are also the best truffle fries in..."
Sam Allen
"An amazing night at Bellamy's. The food was amazing as was the service. To feed 70 people at the same time is exceptional and shows how professional..."
Devon Bruce
"Awesome place, Great service from the very start, greeted right off the elevator. Nice atmosphere and unique setting, great for a nice dinner. The..."
Ryven Sonic
"Amazing food and amazing service. The wait staff were always on hand and super helpful. The food was all very well thought out, with everyone's..."
Ashley Krynen
"Relaxing atmosphere, great service, delicious menu. Cannot rate high enough. Well be..."
Grant Peck
"Seriously could not fault it. Amazing food, very tasty and well presented. Staff couldn't be more helpful. Top..."
Larissa Cooney
"Truly a treat to dine here and the food just sung, beautiful flavours so perfectly balanced and well thought through. The staff were equally..."
Felicity Hopkins
Coffix
95/100 (376 ratings)
Coffee & Tea
Coffee & Tea
Quick Bites
Cafe
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Cafe
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Breakfast
Café
Café
Wheelchair Accessible
Takeout
Breakfast
Cheap Eats
"The best Cafe ever!!! The service is fast and the quality of the coffees are always amazing! Genuine and authentic vibes all around. The people..."
Suka Lameko
"Very good coffee and great..."
Eszter
"Best cafe for take away as there’s no tables (only a few chairs). Both black and white coffee costs $3 (usually $4.50 elsewhere) yet they use..."
Jay K
"Cute coffee..."
Graham Cole
"This is a great place to get tasty coffee at a great price. $3 for a regular! Only 4 stars as my scone today was terrible...very dry and like a rock...."
C Hawke
"Nice coffee at a very good price of $2.50! Highly..."
Zach Wong
"I am firstly impressed with their coffee. The quality is even better than many cafes which charge you much more than they do. I am then impressed by..."
Le XU
"Cute place and amazing coffee..."
Franzi H
"Well priced coffee and absolutely delicious! The Barista are always friendly and super fast. Also grabbed a savoury muffin to try which was pretty..."
Jade Anastasia Cocurullo
"Love Coffix, the staff are always super friendly, the coffee is great, and it is affordable..."
Emma May
"ONLY $3.50 for regular coffee! And it's good! Good range of muffins and slices too. Friendly staff & quick service. Can be busy in the mornings..."
A R H J
"Great service, friendly staff, fantastic coffee and really great prices. To encourage sustainability, they sell their own keep cups made of glass and..."
Natalie Davis
"Impressed they can squeeze such good coffee into low price. Was on par with best I've tasted around Wellington, nothing cut-rate about it. Coffee was..."
Tim And Erin Arnold
"A fantastic little coffee shop to add your daily commute to the office. The coffee is well made brilliantly and is reasonably priced. They have a..."
Psyckers DO
"Low priced coffee but just as nice, with free shots. Great banter from friendly staff. A visit is a highlight of the day. Go grab a cup and stroll..."
Murray Shadbolt
"Cheap coffee, especially with a loyalty card. It's always busy on a work day..."
Suetyet Tam
"Great coffee, great price and fast..."
Ryan Vine
"Really good coffee at a great price and really nice friendly..."
bruce moncrieff
Counter Culture Board Game Cafe & Bar
94/100 (849 ratings)
Quick Bites
Vegan Options
Bar
Cafe
New Zealand
Pub
New Zealand
Cafe
Bar
Pub
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Drinks
Dinner
Lunch
Brunch
Café
New Zealand
Bar
Pub
Café
Serves Alcohol
Reservations
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Wheelchair Accessible
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Mid-range
"An amazing boardgame cafe/restaurant. Been there a couple of times (once on a double date and the second time with my boardgame savvy 4 yo). A lot of..."
Sotaro Ochiai
"Love the concept. Many fun nights spent here playing our favorite board..."
Raunak Mainali
"Omg such a great time we had. Staff were incredibly knowledgeable and helpful. Very attentive without being overbearing! Food was great too perfect..."
hunter nicholls
"I've driven past this place so many times and never quite managed to visit. I'm so glad I finally did. Booking is key, but once you're in, the whole..."
Nat Garcia
"Love this place, fantastic for hanging out with friends or for a fun date night. The staff know most of the games and are happy to tutor us, and the..."
Laura
"Great coffee , snacks and 100's of board games to choose from. Put down your phones and try this fantastic combination. First time for me and I..."
T Marshall
"Very cool place. Great service, very quick and easy. So many games to choose from, could have easily spent a lot more time..."
Amy Hudson
"We visited this wonderful board game cafe to celebrate a birthday party with 10 twelve year old girls. The food was delicious and always served hot..."
Donald Nordeng
"Very nice boardgame cafe! Super friendly staff, great collection, very good vegan..."
Kassie Dwarika
"A unique dinning experience that combines an insanely large catalogue of board games with some mean food, snacks, and drinks making for a great time..."
Max Chick
Rita
94/100 (372 ratings)
Restaurants
Vegan Options
European
New Zealand
Contemporary
New Zealand
Vegetarian Friendly
Contemporary
Gluten Free Options
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Dinner
Ice Cream
Lamb
Fish
Salad
Duck
Contemporary
New Zealand
European
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Dinner
Mid-range
"My partner and I went to Rita for our birthdays and had one of the best meals of our lives! Their menu changes every day and they offer additional..."
Emily Fitzgerald
"This cute and intimate little spot presents a creative prix fixe menu of three courses for $95NZ, decided each night by the chefs (with..."
Reid Detchon
"We had the absolute pleasure of dining here on Saturday evening. It's getting hard to find a menu where both food and wine are equal in terms of..."
Leonie Pele
"Ashamedly, this is nearly a year late for a review but to date this is my partner’s favourite meal and experience we have had. From Kahlivia, our..."
Mārie Searancke
"Excellent fine dining. Recommended highly. Rita has a two-sitting three course set menu format (plus amuse bouche which was also delicious). We..."
Hamish Pringle
"Love Rita! Went there again last night for birthday celebration. Lovely people, fabulous food. Asparagus tempura, thin sliced rare beef, duck parfait..."
Phil Berry
"Cosy and quiet small restaurant. Not too crowded, not too loud, a perfect place to enjoy an intimate dinner with favourite people. They offer a set..."
Thomy Shimokawa
"The food and service are both perfect. I especially love how balanced the flavor of the food were. We had such a great night there and I would..."
Xinxin W
"This place genuinely had the best staff that I've ever encountered. Extraordinary. The food was really interesting, fabulous and well presented. The..."
Tim Cook
"Gorgeous food carefully crafted to bring joy to the tastebuds from start to finish. We loved our evening with the talented team and haven't stopped..."
Alison
"Have been meaning to book here for a while now, finally got around to doing it. Upon arrival, we were greeted by the friendly staff. We were the..."
Steve Montgomery
"Had a lovely meal for my partners birthday. We felt the food was good but not quite as great as we were expecting from the reviews. Service was..."
Kate
"A small cosy resturant with magnificent food. Its a set menu with the freshest ingredients. The staff where friendly and helpful. Florence suggested..."
Peter Windmill
"Delicious food, great service and a lovely atmosphere. Rita is a great special occasion restaurant. A tiny restaurant so make sure you book well in..."
kerry charles
"By far the most delicious, delightful and decadent dinner we have had in Wellington. Service team was top notch too. Can’t wait to go..."
ANNETTE STOTT
"Rita is a gorgeous gem of a restaurant, and Wellington is so lucky to have it. Everything here is so delightful, from the mood lighting to the..."
Alexandra Hawkhead
"Best restaurant I have been to in Wellington. Fantastic food, wine and service. We went for a special celebration and was well worth..."
Matt G
"Delicious fresh food emphasizing local ingredients. Small restaurant with attentive staff. Set price for 3 courses with optional extras..."
Simon Williams
Shed 5 Bar & Restaurant
93/100 (2617 ratings)
Restaurants
European
Vegan Options
New Zealand
Seafood
Seafood
European
New Zealand
Gluten Free Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Gluten Free Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Drinks
Dinner
Lunch
After-hours
Chowder
Fish & Chips
Fish & chips
Pasta
Prawns
Salad
Crab
Scallops
Duck
Ceviche
Oyster
Crawfish
Calamari
Catfish
Risotto
Mussels
Lamb
Tuna
Bruschette
Calamares
Shrimp
Pesto
Salmon
Beef
Fish
Pork
Sit down
New Zealand
European
Seafood
Serves Alcohol
Wine and Beer
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Accepts Credit Cards
Outdoor Seating
Accepts Mastercard
Accepts Visa
Private Dining
Accepts American Express
Reservations
Street Parking
Seating
Table Service
Cash Only
Wheelchair Accessible
Accepts Discover
Drinks
After-hours
Dinner
Lunch
Fine Dining
"A very nice place with fantastic fish dishes. Get there early and get a seat by the..."
J K
"My wife and two of our best friends had dinner last night and the overall experience was impeccable. I have not personally experienced such a great..."
Lucas Monge
"This place is fantastic. The food and service are superb. The chowder is the best I’ve ever had and the fish of the day was perfectly cooked,..."
Steven Pearson
"Great food - My only issue was the service, had a few servers and a few of them weren’t sure about the Gluten free options and questions seem to..."
Stephanie C
"Beautifully cooked eye fillet; the brocolli purée was surprisingly good. The breads and accompanying dips were delicious, especially the onion..."
Jade Wihongi
"Loved the pre-show WOW menu experience. The service was very attentive. The restaurant phoned earlier in the day to move our arrival time 45min..."
Serena Johnston
"Food was absolutely wonderful. Our server was attentive but it took way too long for the dinners to come out. In the end the excellent meal made it..."
Pat Taylor
"The food is good. Service is good. Next time I will come again. If you can pls give us more food option. Like..."
XL Lyu
"Chose to go to Shed 5 as most recommended in Wellington, after last nights affair I sure was left in awe, this waterfront facing restaurant has much..."
Karen Fereira
"Great dinner experience at Shed 5. Salmon tartare was nice. Dry-aged beef was..."
Vi Duc Phan
"Excellent food, excellent wine,excellent waiters,duck was slightly overcooked, but delicious food will definitely be going back. Went back a second..."
Scott Dawson
"So so good, best fish dish I’ve ever..."
Helen Montgomery
"Joining friends in Wellington for a few days, we wanted something overlooking the water with atmosphere. I booked Shed 5, I requested a window seat..."
Denise Robinson
Machete Coffee
93/100 (218 ratings)
Quick Bites
Coffee & Tea
Coffee & Tea
Vegan Options
Mexican
Cafe
South American
Central American
Cafe
Mexican
South American
Vegetarian Friendly
Central American
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Lunch
Brunch
Breakfast
Tapas
Tacos
Café
South American
Mexican
Central American
Café
Takeout
Accepts Mastercard
Accepts Visa
Reservations
Seating
Wheelchair Accessible
Brunch
Breakfast
Lunch
Cheap Eats
"Good coffee. Beans ground on demand and not just ground and stored in a hopper losing their..."
keith
"Nice place for a quiet chat over hot chocolate. My hot chocolate was deliciously spiced. Pleasantly surprised about that. The Cheese Scone though was..."
Eileen Lui
"Love this place. Fantastic coffee and friendly staff. Finally had the chance to try the food today and was fresh, tasty and well presented. Edit:..."
Jason O'Sullivan
"What a great spot! Love the coffee cups. Love the atmosphere. An easy place to meet. Well worth a..."
Andrea Thom
"Had a really great breakfast here. Best cappuccino and eggs on toast I've had. Would recommend a..."
Yasheeka Bertram
"First time here and greatly impressed. Exceptionally fresh food and great coffee. Service was friendly and..."
Kevin Ang
"Coffee was nice but a bit pricey for the size. Large looks more like a..."
E.Y. Fang
"Pretty cool place & vibe with interesting decor around. Perfect for a chill coffee..."
Tu Vo
"Always service with a smile, gorgeous fresh ingredients, lovely coffee. Also, Chef was happy to lend me a cookbook, so you better believe I'm a loyal..."
Tal O. Rogoff
"Been popping in here for a couple months now. Comfortably the best espresso that I know in town, with a delightful rotating guest bean for fellow..."
Moth Wong
"Oh wow!! This place did not disappoint 😊. Heard about it a couple of years back but didn't get chance to try before I moved out of working in the..."
Barry Morrison
"One of the best cafes in Wellington and certainly my favourite. It's got everything going for it: Amazing coffee variety, delicious treats, a sublime..."
David Renwick
"Great coffee good..."
Megan Martin
"Simply said—this is the best place around. It is known as a destination for great coffee in an over-caffeinated capital. I've yet to have..."
Brydan Smith
"Easily one of the best coffee in town. Nice atmosphere and hospitable..."
kevin z
"Awesome coffee, friendly team and an amazing hot cross..."
Carl Amos
"All sorted! What a place to be! Feel so grateful to have this cafe in Wellington, New Zealand. Thanks for what you had brought to the..."
Junghsu Wan
"On this trip to Wellington I tried 6 different cafes all at least 4 stars. Machete was the best all round cafe. They use Supreme label and blend and..."
Robin Day
Ombra
93/100 (2899 ratings)
Restaurants
European
Contemporary
Gluten Free Options
Italian
European
Vegan Options
Mediterranean
Contemporary
Italian
Vegetarian Friendly
Mediterranean
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Drinks
After-hours
Dinner
Lunch
Meatballs
Saltimbocca
Pasta
Prosciutto
Salad
Arancini
Duck
Risotto
Crostini
Lamb
Tapas
Bruschette
Pesto
Fish
Cod
Pork
Ragu
Beef
Crostino
Polenta
Tiramisu
Eggplant
Sit down
Contemporary
European
Mediterranean
Italian
Serves Alcohol
Reservations
Gift Cards Available
Full Bar
Accepts Credit Cards
Accepts Mastercard
Accepts Visa
Accepts American Express
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
After-hours
Dinner
Lunch
Drinks
Mid-range
"Pumpkin pizza and meatballs were fantastic! And the chocolate volcano...next level! Food was so great we ended up there again the following day!..."
Rohan
"Absolutely loved this place. Food was so good, ambience perfect and Stella was the best host. Even though they were fully booked, they happily..."
I'm Hungry
"Really appreciated the prompt and friendly hospitality from staff who made me feel welcomed. The bruschetta bread was soft and the..."
Veeral Patel
"Love anything that I ordered, especially the polenta chips. Good size and price and quality . Very busy place but with good..."
Tian Sweetly
"The food was really good. Fish was done perfectly and lamb rump was tender and juicy. Staff were accommodating. I recommend this place for first time..."
Anika Almadi
"Really enjoyed our dinner at Ombra. Staff were friendly and attentive. Food was reasonably priced and delicious. Great atmosphere - would recommend..."
Littlemiss
"This place is AMAZING!I've been there with 2 friends on a Saturday night. We ordered two arancinis; a ciabatina; polenta chips; mozzarella,..."
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"Amazing Food and great atmosphere. If you are on Cuba street, don’t miss this place!! Gnocchi and Polenta Chips are out of this world!..."
The Hungry Glutton
"First visit to Welly and went to Ombra for lunch and we could not stop talking about how delicious these two meals were during our lunch. Had Gnocci..."
Juyeong Chang
"Awesome dining experience with my partner at Ombra! This is my first time visiting but it did not disappoint! Will go again to try other food on the..."
Hallie Low
"We went to Ombra after reading the reviews on Zomato and our expectations were pretty high! But it definitely did not disappoint, the service was..."
Courtney Millanta
"Amazing food however the rocket salad was disgustingly highly price for two mouth fulls was $10... the rest of the meals and drinks were amazing..."
Komal Swamy
"We had high expectations going here due to all the amazing reviews & they were all met! The service, ambience and food were all..."
Sarah Vera
"I came here for lunch and had a pizza and it was very tasty and tasted very authentic would highly recommend. The staff were very friendly and gave..."
Kate.mcpherson123
"The food here is delicious, one of the best restaurants in Wellington I’ve been to date. They have a rotating menu, so there’s always something..."
Steff.ho
"Decor, food and service is 10/10! Came for dinner, wait staff were present and attentive, immediately asked for drinks etc. Food came out and was..."
Charlotte Chazz Colgan
"One of the best italian resturants I've been to, with best quality and delicious food. Good vibes friendly staff. Will visit this place next time I..."
Tarun Parmar
"I promised the staff that my first line in the review would be that the Tiramisu was over! So there it is! One of the best Italian restaurants I..."
Bhavna
"Service was fantastic! The range of food choices really broadens your pallet. If I was to recommend any dishes, it would be the venison meet balls...."
Alex Von Lanthen
"I must say I'm very impressed with the 4.8 rating here on Zomato, so decided to try it for myself. And what better time than at the Wellington On A..."
James Ong
"This place allows you to order 3 or 4 plates per person which you can share to make up a meal. Just as well because there was so much on the menu I..."
Alyssa Martin
"Best Italian restaurant in Wellington. I don't say that lightly. Great food, great service, great ambience. Also, their Bellini's..."
Hubbabubba
"We stopped by on our travels through Wellington.Customer service was perfect, staff were very friendly, tentative and helpful.Meals were..."
Brando
"Lovely food. It's a busy place and I can see why. Standout dishes for me were the gnocchi and the brussel sprouts. The pizza was also good. Would..."
Hue Bullen
"Loved the service, drinks, and food. If you go you really should try the snapper, venison meatballs, and mulled wine and gorgonzola gelato - I kid..."
Matt L
"Very pleasant experience. Portion sizes were a bit small. Great staff and friendly service. We had a late lunch and place was still busy. Deserves a..."
Emma Thompson
"The best Italian food I've ever had. Not only that, but the whole experience from the initial warm welcome to the fantastic service to the beautiful..."
Paul O
"A lively place with friendly service and ambiance. The gnocchi is so delicious and tasty. Polenta chips, light and fluffy. Broccolini and beans are..."
Christy.destradi
"Great vibe, great service, great food. All of the sharing plates were delicious. The duck risotto, venison meatballs, and anchovy pizza notable. The..."
Gus
"Really delicious meals, the pappardelle pasta was very yummy and the server we had was so great explaining the menu to us as we didn’t understand..."
Steph Gully
"One of the best italian food i have ever had. Their pizzas are super tempting and totally filling and not big at all. Staff is very friendly and the..."
Manas Mittal
"Wow the place was packed out and we was offered seating and drinks while we waited for a table to become available.Once seated the food came..."
David Ent
"OutstandingService excellentFood the sameHad Arancini Balls and Polenta Chips to startThen the Roast Potatoes PizetteAnd the Lamb..."
Glenn Town
"Went here for my father’s birthday and had the best experience and filled to the brim in delicious decadent food! Our waiter was lovely and..."
Hannah.milne11
"What a great little restaurant in Cuba Street -Italian tapas.We had the white anchovies, Parma ham, two small pizzas, beef meatballs and..."
Austin
"This is a lovely restaurant for delicious Italian food. The staff are lovely and the food is delicious and hearty. We will definitely be..."
Megha Dogra
"Wonderful first experience that we couldn't stop raving about. For us the stars of the meal were definitely the pork belly saltimbocca and black..."
AJ
"••• Vegetarian Night •••I LOVED the 3seconds greeting! Highly Recommended! Well Done & Thank You (both customer service +..."
MarvellousSeven
"Wonderful service, just want to thank in particular the blonde waitress in the red shirt who served my group who went out of her way to accommodate..."
Nicole Paterson
"Ombra is all about Italian food & their menu has many favourites. One recommendation was their meatballs, & having enjoyed the ones from Baduzzi in..."
Stephy_NakiGirl
"Had lunch at Ombra. All shared food, everything was delicious and reasonably priced. We shared 4 different serves of meatballs, two pizzas,..."
Ldimm
"Very nice gnocchi great atmosphere we really enjoyed this place will definitely return next time in wellington great prices. Portions are little on..."
Justin Todd
"Always consistently good service, up there with Scopa and other Wellington favourites. Solid options for wine and beer but the food is next level...."
Cam Newman
"YUM! I moved away from Wellington seven years ago and visit home around once a year - I can't remember what used to be in this spot, but who cares...."
Shanna
"Love, love, love this place! Beautiful food in a lovely atmosphere. Generally order 3-4 dishes to share and enjoy every one. Must have the gnocchi..."
Grace
"The interior was all stripped down to the bare minimum which made it look really cool! The food very good I recon! It's a shame we only here..."
Ethan Liaw
"Great food fantastic atmosphere and brilliant service. The option to order sharing plates is a fantastic idea and love the food choices. Not..."
Jason Berryman
"SO yum, been here twice and will definitely be going back soon. A really nice atmosphere and great food, some favourites are the gnocchi and the..."
Brittany Robson
"I love this place!Had the Eggplant Parmigiana (pictured) and it was absolutely delicious. The perfect combination of crunchy and soft; good..."
Jen
"Had two of us stop in for lunch. Lovely food, great service and nice atmosphere. The only bugbear was I had to go back to work.... Would definitely..."
Chris Cattermole
"Fantastic ambiance, superb food, and impeccable service. Despite arriving during the busiest part of the night, we were warmly welcomed by the maitre..."
Johann Go
"The only problem is knowing what to pick...We came in for a light lunch and left a few pounds heavier. But it tasted well worth the added..."
Mya
"Well in must be precise while writing this one....What makes a great dining experience ...Ambience + good host + good host + good service +..."
Colaco.cassius
"This is a great little restaurant.Saturday evening dinner, walk in, no booking.  Very courteously greeted and asked if we would like to wait 10..."
Magpie
"Great food and great service.  We loved everything we tried.  Even though it was really busy all the staff were friendly and went out of their way..."
Michelle Clarke
"Great dinner here the other night- the desserts are always a highlight. Great options not to big and really good prices. Service can sometimes be a..."
Theo
"Oh my gosh where do I even start. I would say this is definitely one of my favourite places in welly and I am itching to get back. We had the Roasted..."
Steph Michie
"Delicious and cheap for two people!! We are super happy with the mean we had the service was great too!!! We had venison meatballs, gnocchi and lemon..."
Dee Elizabeth Noble
"For great authentic Italian food hit this spot up in Wellywood! Decent tapa portions full of flavour and bloody great price all this for $71 sheeeet..."
Alwayseating
"Wonderful food, great service. Stayed in Wellington for a week last November and ate at ombra 3 times! Looking forward to going there again fir wow..."
Fliss Butcher
"Came here on a whim for a late Friday dinner. They were no longer serving the full menu but from what we tasted of the restricted menu, this place..."
Emily Pavey
"This place has such a fun environment with enthusiastic and attentive staff who are always onto it. We mentioned that it was my friends birthday and..."
Hungover Munch Kid
"Had the mozzarella carroza for ciccheti which was delicious on the inside but the bread was slightly over cooked. Also had the Pollo chicken, olive..."
Mana
"What an awesome concept, Italian tapas! Each dish was rich in unique flavor. Some of the best food I've eaten. Decent prices and the staff were all..."
Evan Roberts
"Service was great, love most of the dishes. Really enjoyed it. Only didn't like the Nutella banana pizza which is literally a pizza bread with..."
Jenny
"This is now my official welly favourite. A quirky place with warm atmosphere. The dishes are small designed to be shared with friends. We had a..."
Christian
"I went here with my partner for a weekend away in Welly. The restaurant was full when we arrived, but after sitting down for a drink we were offered..."
Emma Clark
"Nice little place. Service is quite good considering how busy it is especially for dinner. A friend and I ordered a San Marzano pizzette, lamb..."
M
"Came here for a birthday dinner with my parents and a few friends from Auckland. We all ordered separate dishes and shared them which worked out..."
Shalom Ngaro
"Really enjoyed our tapas at Ombra, there is a great menu with lots of variety and generous portions. The staff were very helpful and friendly, even..."
James Cole
"What a fabulous find Ombra is. After reading a few reviews here we though heck yeah let's give it a whirl. From the moment we sat down the service..."
Denys McEneaney
"On a cold and grey Sunday afternoon Ombra provided the lift we needed. The food was out of this world, every plate we ordered outdid the last. The..."
Annie
"Has to be one of the best restaurants in Wellington. Casual dining with excellently prepared food. The decor, atmosphere and service are all..."
Eric The Great
"This place is superb. The food is incredibly simple, yet authentic and about as tasty as is possible. I've tried pretty much everything Wellington..."
Pauline Smyth
"Excellent restaurant. We loved the food, great taste, beef risotto was absolutely delicious, nothing like anything I've seen before. Lamb was cooked..."
Natasha Caccioppoli
"Have only been here once before but a great place to go if you like sharing and tasting lots of different items. We ordered too many carbs so got..."
Jayna Patel
"Highly recommend this Italian restaurant. Various choices in dishes full of different flavours. So delicious! Will be going back for more..."
J Isla
"Italian Giants Ombra, certainly impresses with its selection of tapas and drinks.Kicking off with a robust shot of caffe had me primed for..."
Medium_Rare
"Great service, attentive and efficient. Such a good vibe, small busy and beautiful decoration. Ordered polenta and pizzette, so delicious! Simple but..."
Assalazarian
"Went to Ombra for the first time today and thought their menu had a really nice selection and actually quite cheap!I had the Rosemary, sea..."
Jessica Teasdale
"Came here with two friends who are Wellingtonians who recommended this place. Its an Italian tapas restaurant with a modern clean layout and friendly..."
FoodiePhysician
"Ombra is best enjoyed as an experience, not a meal. The mood, people, decor and tapas-style menu lend the restaurant the air of a homey, relaxing..."
Audra Lord
"Unfortunately on my last visit here was with a vegetarian, whilst I'm lactose intolerant, so it was hard to find dishes we would both enjoy. However,..."
Josh
"Loved the venison meatballs the flavours were just so clever and well balanced. Would have loved the meatball to be a bit less dense. The eggplant..."
Lex Antony Huang
"Beautiful food, friendly staff and warm atmosphere...."
Newtownboys
"This place has the most beautiful food. I have been back several times. I have recommended this place to multiple people. Despite the..."
Kimmie W
"I REALLY wish there was a 6 out of 5 rating for this place, because Ombra really is my favourite restaurant in Wellington.   I've been so many times..."
Anna Garland
"Went here for breakfast with the wife on New Year's Day - great wait staff. He quickly pointed out the hazelnut filled donuts weren't available but..."
JaimeC
"Went to Ombra on a spur of the moment foodie whim and was richly rewarded with one of the best evenings ever. All the food was exquisite and..."
BKL
"Hands down best Italian cuisine in Wellington I've had so far! We arrived at Ombra around 9pm, a time I'd normally consider late for dinner...."
Sophia
"Awesome place for little plates of Italy. Has Peroni on tap;) Great ambiance and vibe. Helpful and friendly staff. In a great location in Central..."
Melanie Kolman
"Loved the food and customer service. Such a beautiful and unique experience???? The food for me was something I had never tried and I'm not really..."
Gina Matenga
"I had a fantastic late night dinner here with some friends. They were very accomodating when we rang up and requested a table at 9.30pm. The food was..."
Heather Scott
"Just loved the food, there was variety, and everything was extremely tasty. I would highly recommend others to visit.  Staff were most helpful, many..."
Annie Alder
"Great service, excellent food, and a really good atmosphere. The venison meatballs were exquisite, and the risotto was delicious and all finished of..."
Isaac Prentice
"Really nice food! However we were sitting near the door which closes really slowly letting in a whole lot of cold air, and the server was slightly..."
Harry Chapman
"Absolutely delighted with the food. Fresh, flavourful, simple, bursting with flavours. After eating here, it's easy to understand why this place is..."
Wilson Chau
"Ombra has an Old World charm that made us feel at home right away. This was further reinforced by the warm, friendly but unobtrusive service. The..."
Minnie Sarmiento Tabilog
"Popular for a reason - service, food and good wine selection.Last Sat night, arrived just after 6 pm, it was packed with diners and drinkers; it..."
Joyce Tam
"Love this place. Great food at reasonable prices and really attentive staff. Can't recommend highly enough. Went with 2 fussy eaters and everyone was..."
Sue McRae
"Went to Ombra with the dark rider last night.Busy and crowded but that didnt stop us being seated after a moderate wait at the bar. The..."
Mhairead Connor
"I went to Ombra for the first time in November to catch up with some girl friends and we just loved the atmosphere and nibbly food so much that we..."
Flora Gotlieb
"I was astounded to read the review re bad service etc. I visited Ombra for the first time last Sat after a great review from a friend. It was..."
Louise
"Great building and atmosphere - buzzing on a Friday night. Friendly and efficient staff. Food was delicious. A wide range of small plates to choose..."
Heather Kirkman
"Took my neice who is a uni student there for a treat and we were not disappointed. The food and service were excellent - the best I have had in..."
Madhu
"AMAAAZING!Friendly helpful service and great atmosphere.The food was great, my favourite the Baccala Crostino and the Saffron..."
Emily
"Superb meal, lots to choose from and share. Petit dishes allowed me to pick several to try and each one was beautifully presented and sensational..."
Mariana Andrews
"luuvved the bustling busy but accommodating hype of Ombra. Kai was superb and fun. Definitely going back and recommending to others. The Italian..."
Ata
"I was surprised by amazing food and very friendly service at Ombra last night. At a Wednesday night we had to wait for a table, while having a drink..."
Lindap
"If you are after something different then this is the place. Small italian tapas. With a large variety of dishes to cater for all..."
Rosemary Young
"Did not disappoint. Best Italian food I have had in Wellington - must try the lamb and rosemary meatballs. Will definitely be going back to try..."
Amelia McMaster
"Do it! Go there! Finally Tapas is a happening thing in Wellington.People are good, Prosecco is good, Peroni is good, have fun enjoy and do..."
David Howard
"The food here is amazing! Small tasty plates, and enough to keep the vegetarians happy. such a nice way to eat, and it often works out really cheap..."
Mary Jane Thomas
"This place cooks seriously delicious food. It is in the style of a venetian bacaro, the food comes in small servings so you order a selection to go..."
Sophie Hunter
"This is a very cool spot to come with friends for relaxed shared dining. All the food we had was yummy, small portions but fine for 3 of us to share..."
Gillian Burrow
"This is such a cool bar. Come here a lot with friends, the kai is reka (tasty) and the wine list is good. Interesting and not the usual selection..."
Kai Luv
"Stopped by for a solo dinner and they were able to seat me at the bar (which I prefer anyway) pretty quickly. Staff was friendly, and the food (a..."
Edgar Liu
"Went here for a Thursday lunch, luckily didn’t seem to need a booking. The service was fantastic. We were very well attended to, water was always..."
Isabella Clague
"Small, gets very busy. Meats very nice. They make a good mojito. Very nice meal. Not too aesthetics inside but good food. Delicious..."
Augustine De la Crouse
"Nice place and food was delicious. Very crowded and was lucky to find a place and didn't have to wait. The duck rissoto is a must try in my..."
Ivan Bien
"Very delicious food and such yummy drinks I love the music they play inside as well it lights up the atmosphere with its vibes if you are in new..."
Black Cherry
"Took my son for his birthday 🎂 love the shared plates vibe, beautiful flavorsome food, happy hour 😋 will definitely go..."
Heidi Kursteiner
"BEST restaurant in Wellington cbd. It is a must visit whenever I am there. The quality of the food is always top tier, cooked to perfection and the..."
Ju W
"Service was on point I'd say despite it being a Good Friday holiday. And of cos, the food was really awesome. We had the Flatbreads, Polenta Chips,..."
Eileen Lui
"Excellent food and very friendly staff. Atmosphere was lovely and relaxed for dinner. We were there for a friends birthday, and the staff even let us..."
Kate Strawbridge
"Food was awesome. Absolutely love the Gnocchi, and Tiramisu. They don't have mocktails in the menu, but you can request the staff to make them and..."
Aulia Perdue (Luoxqi)
Tommy Millions
93/100 (581 ratings)
Quick Bites
Vegan Options
Fast Food
Vegetarian Friendly
Pizza
Italian
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
After-hours
Dinner
Lunch
Ice Cream
Gelato
"Great slices. The pepperoni pizza is good with the meat tasting more like a plainer salami than a spicy meat typical to a pepperoni pizza. The..."
Jesse Tio
"Thé pizza crust is thin. Love the mushroom one with spinach. Almost missed the..."
Z Nemo
"Pizza was very good and tasty. We ordered a three cheese pie with the garlic red sauce. We added spinach and chorizo and asked for it to be cooked..."
J V
"Personally my favourite pizza in the world by far. I defiantly recommend this for those days where your just not in the mood for making dinner. They..."
Andrew Duncan
"Beat pizza in town!!! Gotta try it we were caught by surprise got a slice walking past… we were both awestruck by the quality and reasonable..."
Hector Uri
"Cheap and quick bite to eat. Fast food but allright for the low price you pay. Cannot compare it with the real pizza. The dough is thin and..."
OM
"Quick and easy for a quick bite you can order a slice or wait for 25min for a whole pizza. Pizza is alright not amazing, limited..."
s s
"Excellent pizza! Nice and big slice. I tried pepperoni and four cheese and both were really tasty and in less than a..."
Pablo Ponce
"Best pizza in Wellington. Great casual..."
Raja Dahya
"Had a delicious pepperoni slice served up by a very nice gentleman working the counter. terrific thin crust with a tasty sauce. Could use slightly..."
Mr Disco
"Tommy millions has one of the best pizzas in wellington. It's so good. Purchase is my favourite. 6.5 dollars for a big slice of pizza I think is very..."
M B
"If you love pizza then this is the place. A whole pizza can feed a family, one slice is like a meal. Amazing range, amazing customer service. Love..."
Kahu Brown (Kitty Katts)
"Tommy is a very nice guy. Very understanding with helping you out with a pizza if you are very drunk and need a quick feed. Would recommend as the..."
Anthony Mcgladdery
"Great communication from the owner. I really appreciate his response and solution. Next step for me is to go back and enjoy. I'm looking forward to..."
Adrian Hardy
"I brought some fried chicken here after a few cocktails. In the old days it was always a kebab that was the go to after a night on the jars...from..."
James Smith
"I enjoy everything about Tommy Millions, from the logo that reminds me of my good friend back home, to the resilient chewy bite of the dough as it..."
S S
"Take away pizza spot. You can buy by slice or the whole cake. Good spot for sunny days and also for takeouts. Gentlemen beans coffee available at the..."
Jay K
Pomelo Kitchen & Bar
93/100 (420 ratings)
Restaurants
Asian
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Asian
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Drinks
Dinner
Salad
Crab
Duck
Ribs
Lamb
Beef
Dumplings
Eggplant
Asian
Serves Alcohol
Full Bar
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Drinks
Dinner
Mid-range
"Went their with a group of eleven, we did shared plates, no bad dishes, all enjoyed.Good..."
Andrew Joe
"Highly recommend, delicious food and drinks. Great..."
Janelle Ady
"Wow! What an amazing eatery, great atmosphere, very warm and cozy. The food was exquisite, cooked to perfection and was so delicious. This was the..."
Angel Wong
"10/10 would recommend, the service was amazing, so welcoming & gave great recommendations & explained the menu in great detail. I ordered the salmon..."
Hannah Vaughan
"My dining experience at Pomelo was amazing! The staff were very welcoming and friendly. The decor and the atmosphere is modern and fresh. There was..."
Barbara
"Arrived in a rainy cold night otherwise it would have a beautifull view look out from the restaurant.Booked a table for 5, warm greetings from a..."
CocoOnFire
"Pomelo has alot to bring to the table with excellent food and a great venue. The views are excellent and has a nice homely feeling with wood and..."
Eheng Chin
"Came tonight for my partners birthday. Beautiful, relaxing place with great views of Oriental Beach. Our group ordered the ribs, crispy chicken, lamb..."
Sharon Harvey
"Beautiful food and amazing views and service! It was my first time here and the food was so good, we had dumplings, cauliflower special, lemongrass..."
Skye Gardner
"This place has been on the cards for a few years after they took over from the white house over 5 years ago (it was a long card) and we were happy..."
Cabnolen Moon
"Wonderful food, the chicken bites were amazing and the panna cotta was lovely. Great atmosphere with a really good view over the..."
Sean Oliver
"We went there for our anniversary dinner, we ordered the ceviche for small plate; the duck curry, both amazing, and the night's special which was..."
A M Monteiro
"Nice punchy flavour. Once upstairs it’s lovely with a nice view over oriental bay at the front or a private table at Eve rear the bar. Lovely..."
c n
"First time here, enjoyed my time. Lovely place and friendly staff. We got the table by the window overlooking Oriental Bay. As appetiser, we had the..."
Yeephang Wong
"The food was delicious. Very friendly stuff and impeccable service. All the dishes we had were on point, the lamb is..."
Andrea Merlo
"This restaurant ticks all the boxes. Lovely ambiance with all tables having stunning views out to the bay. We had a wonderful waiter who was..."
Deb
"We had a birthday dinner there and the flavor of the food is so outstanding. We had soft shell crab, duck curry and braise beef, all are very yummy...."
Xinxin W
"A good location to have a nice dinner. I liked raw fish dish with secret sauce and deep fried egg plant (sweet taste) was good too. Duck was too..."
Claris Chung
"Wellington’s hidden gem! Truly a shame that more people don’t know about this restaurant because it is some of the best food that I’ve had in..."
Beatrize Roque
"Easily the best restaurant in Wellington. Stunning views over oriental bay with an attentive and kind staff! Everything on the menu is delicious but..."
Djasi Falcon
"Great fusion cuisine. It was very nice to meet the owner and chat about the food. Warm and friendly staff were very welcoming. Had a great experience..."
Shane sanje Munn
"Great view in the restaurant, foods are delicious, prices are reasonable, waiters are polite, service are well provided, one of the best dining..."
KAN SEONG
"Saw the rating and decided to give it a try. I can confidently say this is the best fusion restraunt i have ever eaten at. And believe me, i live in..."
Bet Alpha
"LOVED IT! Came to the area coz the cafe downstairs looked interesting but this place takes the crown. Fantastic customer service by Dylan, amazing..."
Joy
"We always have an amazing time at Pomelo. The food is absolutely delish and the service just as amazing. Highly recommend the Caramelised Eggplant &..."
Olivia Ridge
"Great food and very friendly service. The view over Wellington Harbour makes it worth going in the day light. We had a fun birthday celebration and..."
John Kavanagh
Goods
93/100 (275 ratings)
Coffee & Tea
Coffee & Tea
Bakeries
Quick Bites
Cafe
European
Vegetarian Friendly
European
Cafe
Vegetarian Friendly
Lunch
Brunch
Breakfast
Sit down
Café
European
Seating
Wheelchair Accessible
Highchairs Available
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Brunch
Breakfast
Lunch
Mid-range
"Fantastic pastries and nice coffee. It's a small but cosy place that has only a few tables (and the place is usually very crowded); so it can happen..."
Mahnaz
"Cute little coffee place I loved during my short stay in Wellington: best coffee I had (and I tried most of the suggested places in the city Center)..."
Martina Zonta
"Love this place from when it first opened as Doppio. The pastries are the best. I always get the Black Sesame Seed Koign-Amman and my daughter always..."
Laila Faisal
"Cute little cafe! Only two cookies on offer for the gluten free selection, but as to be expected as it’s a bakery. Tried the brownie cookie which..."
Nicole Webb
"Super cozy and with really good French style pain au..."
Dan Witting
"Whether you are wanting delicious pastries or well prepared coffee, goods has it all. The fine folk are incredibly friendly and prompt, and they..."
Chris Sharpe
"this place is the ultimate hideaway which i never even knew existed until a friend took us here. iced oat latte was on the more expensive side;..."
Sarah Burkitt
"Top cinnamon bun! Great sourdough and coffee too. Highly recommend this little local bakery, tucked away in a gorgeous old..."
Wendy Parsons
"It's a small café tucked away down a lane near the Tinakori/Glenmore/Bowen intersection, but clearly known to locals as it was full at 11:45am on a..."
Lady Lemon
"The cafe is just down the road from me and I love to come in when I have readings to do for university as the atmosphere is lovely to study in (it's..."
ronamov
Daisy's
93/100 (172 ratings)
Restaurants
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Healthy
Gluten Free Options
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Dinner
Lunch
Cheesecake
Fish
Beef
Salad
Healthy
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Serves Alcohol
Gift Cards Available
Dinner
Mid-range
"Had a lovely meal here. Had the ceviche (was super flavourful annd included fennel to give it a bit of a kick), short ribs with excellent kimchi,..."
Sara Passmore
"If I had to sum up in one word..GORGEOUS!… the restaurant, staff (including their aprons), ambience, food, decor, restrooms, music… all gorgeous...."
Deb
"Delicious! We had the dinner party option, lovely food, adequate portions however maybe a little pricey at $89 which was made up by BYO..."
Nic NZ
"Fell in love from the outside already. Finally had the chance to come here with my partner and it was absolutely beautiful.the food was delicious...."
Sarah Kristin
"Fancy! Had the dinner party experience as a group of six, which included 7 courses. They catered thoughfully for various dietary requirements. Food..."
Nat
"This small removed restaurant is a culinary gem. The food was exquisite. Every bite was a dimension of flavor immersed in the main event. We ordered..."
Sarah Waters
"Very welcoming, friendly staff and excellent service. Lovely cosy decor inside and we were blown away by the incredibly tasty food. The bread and..."
Haydi Foster
"Absolutely delicious! Great service. Travelling through Wellington and staying nearby for 2 nights - we loved it so much we ate there BOTH nights!..."
Caroline Gamin
"Massive thank you to the Daisy's team for a fabulous night. Our group of old hornbags haven't laughed so hard in a long time. The food was wonderful..."
Alicja Gear
"One of my favourite restaurants, I’m omnivore but they do great vegan dishes too, great..."
Chris Post
"We had a lovely dinner last night, great staff, tasty steak cooked to..."
Andrew and Kate Harvey-Green
"Just fantastic. Extremely tasty, well priced European fare (which let you BYO a nice bottle of wine, which you may not be a good enough cook to do..."
John Davis
"Wasn't sure what to expect but my companion read about it online so we decided to brave the stupid protesters at Parliament (bus route blocked) and..."
Richard Green
"Amazing tasting food with very knowledgeable and polite front of house. Would recommend to..."
Hykkup
"Delicious, such yummy flavours. All the dishes ordered were superb. Staff amazing despite few being on and more walk ins than expected. ..."
Sophie de Jong
Goldmine Co
93/100 (304 ratings)
Restaurants
Vegan Options
Cafe
European
European
New Zealand
Cafe
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Lunch
Brunch
Drinks
Breakfast
Sit down
Café
New Zealand
European
Accepts Credit Cards
Dog Friendly
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Street Parking
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Free Wifi
Drinks
Brunch
Breakfast
Lunch
Mid-range
"The service was good, the food was good and the coffee was excellent. In fact, the food was so good that I actually ate all of it before I had a..."
Peter S
"Recently had a lovely weekend brunch with a friend here. The food was delicious and well presented, the service excellent, the coffee..."
Georgina Guscott
"Red rabbit coffee, aka the best coffee (oat flat white) made perfectly. Smaller menu but decent portions. The whole table enjoyed every last bit of..."
Emily-Sian Hislop
"I remember reading the Stuff news article about the new owners at Goldmine. It sounded promising. Then the article about how the burst sewage pipe..."
Adrian Woodliffe
"French toast was the go to here. The orange citrus went very well with the sweet maple syrup, bacon and egg. Great customer service and espresso and..."
Fletcher Ross
"Cheese Scone Review : Traditional kiwi cheese scone, tastes like your mother would have made. No herbs or cayenne, quite a lot of cheese. Dense..."
Richard Mayston
"Excellent service, lovely menu and top coffee. Enjoyed a great Saturday lunch here, complete with a gorgeous cinnamon bun for dessert..."
Marissa Carter
"My husband and I thoroughly enjoyed our breakfast at Goldmine Co this morning. Good coffee, good food and very friendly..."
Nicolene Shaw
"Goldmine has become my new local. The food there is just fantastic and the coffee is great. Elisa and her team there provide a wonderful friendly,..."
Hamish Hesketh
"Solid spot for a bite and some great coffee! Very friendly..."
Chris Church
"Omg, this is amazing spot to have breakfast and brunch. I had a French Omelette with smoked fish. And the coffee beans are..."
Olga S
"We came to the city all the way from Boston. By the time we arrived at Goldmine Co. they were just closing the kitchen. Asif held the kitchen open..."
Chad Hunter
"This place is back in excellent form. I particularly recommend the almond croissant. Great coffee..."
Peter Kelly
"Really good coffee, and nice..."
Joe McGeever-Heap
Sambal Malaysian Cafe
93/100 (324 ratings)
Restaurants
Asian
Healthy
Malaysian
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Dinner
Lunch
Drinks
Asian
Healthy
Malaysian
Accepts Credit Cards
Family style
Non-smoking restaurants
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Takeout
Wheelchair Accessible
Street Parking
Serves Alcohol
Wine and Beer
Parking Available
Free off-street parking
Highchairs Available
Digital Payments
Free Wifi
Drinks
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"The food at Muthu’s is supurb! A wonderful experience for the taste buds! Ambience tends toward take out but there are dining tables and wine is..."
Michelle Arias
"The food is awesome with warm and excellent customer service from whole team. Do visit for authentic south Indian or Malaysian food. The flavours..."
Abhishek Pathak
"Food is great I ordered lamb and egg dosa Chicken biriyani Both were great.... I highly recommend those who miss South Indian food. Please visit..."
a.g surendaran
"Great food! The besttt dosa one could find in whole town. The size of dosa will keep you full until next meal. Sambar is too good. Service is so..."
Mahalakshmi Ramkumar
"Nice and authentic chicken briyani kothu parotta and masala dosa warm welcome and good customer service by chef/owner muthu. Will see back again...."
Mohammed R
"I moved to Wellington from Seattle a year ago and have been searching for my favorite go to Indian place. This place is delicious, affordable and..."
Cari Bendersky
"we walked in from Wellington city centre to go to the Weta Workshop and were craving some tasty food after for lunch. this place hit the spot and..."
Nelson Rodriguez Rivas
"Lovely lunch here! All the food we had was so yummy and really hit the spot! Service was so lovely and Muthus himself was so nice and a great chef!..."
Gemma Pledge
"If you want top quality authentic Southern Indian or Malaysian, go here. The flavours are superb. I was so impressed with freshness of the dishes. I..."
Will Wilson
"I love this place! Wonderful food and the friendliest service. I live on the opposite side of town, but it’s so worth the trip to Strathmore. I..."
Kristen Gibb
Viva Mexico
93/100 (728 ratings)
Restaurants
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Mexican
Latin
Mexican
Latin
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Dinner
Lunch
Drinks
Tapas
Tacos
Pork
Beef
Sit down
Mexican
Latin
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Wine and Beer
Full Bar
Digital Payments
Accepts Credit Cards
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Lunch
Drinks
Dinner
Cheap Eats
"Delicious and authentic Mexican food at Viva Mexico!! We had the corn enchiladas with chicken that was topped with a spicy chocolate sauce,..."
Sweecasam
"Partner and I had a weekend getaway in Wellington. With so many dining options on offer, it's hard to pick, but I'm so glad we found Viva Mexico...."
Miah Dixon
"Nice (albeit smallish) mexican main courses, but we usually go mostly for the stuffed jalapenos which are served as a starter - the best in town,..."
Rachel
"Friendly staff and great location, just tucked a little way from the crowds of Cuba Street. The pork tacos are very tasty. I stopped for a light..."
James Mitchell
"We went to the Petone outlet (no option on zomato to leave a review for that outlet), and we were SO happy we went!!!! The food is just beautiful!!..."
Bex
"Super tasty tacos and great margaritas. Home-made salsa was a highlight. Everything we had was delicious though, and was even given free churros for..."
Sophie Madeline
"For a start, I was very happy there were a good range of options for vegetarians. The tacos are a little bit small but very tasty with an interesting..."
David Rawson
"Fabulous time at this joint I had the spinach and feta quesadilla and it was amazing and I found the smaller portion filling! Super quick and lovely..."
Hannah.milne11
"Good flavors, spicy salsa. Chips and salsa are $15 which is over priced for the 15 chips you actually get. Food came out fast and service was polite...."
Marymark
"Closest thing to authentic Mexican food you will get in Welly (for now???). The owners are from Ensenada, Mexico instead of the faraway lands of..."
The Welly Mex
"I ever knew Viva Mexico had a branch here. Been here six years apparently. Love the back alley feel to this place. Inside decor is eclectic..."
Sean P E Fleming
"It's a quite small place with I think just 4 or 5 tables. But, the food is tasty and the price is lower than some other places. Perfect for Friday..."
Xiaofan Zhou
"Came here with a friend after she recommended it. It was a nice little getaway from the main st. It was great to see just how well thoughtfully and..."
Eat Nom Bliss
"Enchilada de queso (veggie version) was delcicous, generously portioned and all round happy food. Jarritos was also a nice not overly sweet addition...."
Julia Marshall-Mead
"Best meal I've had in a long time. As a vegetarian, it can be difficult finding yummy authentic food to eat, I would highly recommend this place if..."
Paris Jenkins
"Great food. Delicious a lot of flavors. I choose the spinach and cheese quesadilla and also a beef taco. Both amazing, fresh, full of flavors. I..."
Loly
"Food was better than average against other emerging Mexican restaurants. The chilli rellanos were disappointing. More jalepeno popper, not chilli..."
Shayne671
"Had read good reviews about this place and went with good expectations! We were quite happy to note that the menu was just right and what we ordered..."
Narayanan Valadi
"I simply love the food at Viva Mexico. It isn't a flash restaurant with tiptop service but a lovely little whole in the wall that deserves a visit...."
Muffin Mum
"Bueno!!Viva Mexico is a fantastic eating spot if you're looking for a bit of an extra kick in your meal.Our portion sizes was..."
Medium_Rare
"Authentic, delicious, filling and addictive are only a few words that can describe VM! I have been a repeat customer for three years now and I will..."
BKL
"I'm from Florida where we have heaps of Mexican restaurants and this is one of the best I've been to. It was really busy and our order got lost in..."
Grant Lovering
"Awesome atmosphere and really cool and nice staff. I love the casualness of the cafe. It's super authentic and will get you feeling like a true..."
Hungover Munch Kid
"Went here for date night tonight. I am more than a fan of Mexican food and a sucker for authentic cuisine, this food totally met the bar.  The..."
Sanna Fourt-Wells
"My partner and I went here for date night on Friday. Being lovers of Mexican food, we were dying to check it out. The food was fantastic. We had the..."
Adaire Ward
"Oh the Mole! This was a great find tucked away at the bottom of Left Bank off Cuba.Plates aren't pretty, and there is no need to put a..."
Bianca Lazar
"I used to pass this restaurant almost everyday but never had a chance to visit this so "lively place"...Happening place with soothing music, decor..."
FitFoodieMegha
"Always good all the time. Everything my friends or I have tried on the menu has never disappointed. We keep going back to the salads, tacos, and..."
Grace
"Went here for the first time tonight and loved it! We had the chicken taco, chorizo taco, side of jalapeños and a pork quesadilla. All were so fresh..."
I Love Food
"An outstandingly authentic feeling Mexican experience. It's at the deepest darkest end of Left bank which means dining amongst the pigeons if you..."
Cheyneismyhero
"I had heard about Viva Mexico from a few friends and finally tried it out a few days ago. Absolutely loved the atmosphere, the food and the service..."
Rosie Ludemann
"I dined here on my own recently when the weather and traffic leaving the city were horrible. it was a Tuesday early evening and the place was full...."
Epicurious Nomad
"Tucked somewhere inside the left bank building, this tiny little Mexican joint is a great hidden gem. They have a lot of options to choose from, a..."
Crissy
"No better place in NZ for tacos!! For your $ you get a good portion. I Love that it is made by Mexicans! The taste and flavours are authentic much..."
Kandice Halbert
"Every part of this eatery screams homemade authenticity. It's bare-bones decor except for a Mexican flag and a collection of brightly hued, and..."
Helen | Grab Your Fork
"Love this tiny, tiny delight.  The staff are always fantastic and the food seems to be much more "authentic" than other Mexican places I have..."
Philip Reeve
"My nephew is a big fan of Mexican food, so inevitably I found myself at Viva Mexico.   Having now sampled most of the Mexican restaurants in..."
Anna Garland
"It has been a while since I last visited this casual eatery.   And I must say the food there is fairly authentic.  None of this 'burrito' business..."
Rosemary Young
"Must say great food. Love the red & green sauce. very authentic mexican . Food amazing but little overpriced. service so so . I genuinely think they..."
Lovee Agarwal
"Best Mexican in town boys and girls!I have been multiple times and every time I go back to the enchiladas with cheese sauce I am made. The..."
JustEatForF#$kSake
"Go here often and always find the place to be great. Food is always nice and the guys who work there are always friendly.The place is..."
Josh
"Over the last year, the cooking has been up and down. But the last few times, we've noticed a marked and consistent improvement of food and..."
Jade M.
"I really love this place! I taught English in Mexico years ago and this is the closest I've found to authentic Mexican food so far in New Zealand...."
Jenny Browne
"The food here is good, however, the prices have been slowly rising and what used to be great value for money is not so much any more.Good..."
Craigy Lee
"Oh yummy! The best Mexican food I have experienced in all my travels. Plus they cater for my gluten free needs which is a massive..."
Eunice Cooks
"I was never much of a "foodie" in the past, and previously would never have even Tried Mexican food - but I absolutely LOVE and Adore Viva Mexico!..."
Mark Pointon
"A great place to experience authentic Mexican food! All the food is delicious but totally recommend La sopa de tortilla, the tortilla soup! It's..."
Akiko K
"Very tasty! Definitely recommend eating in rather than taking away though. Take aways tends to be a real mess which is always disappointing when you..."
Courtney
"I love viva Mexico, so nice to have cheapish, fast, tasty food that's different from the usual Indian, Asian etc. I have enjoyed everything so far..."
Louise
"My husband and I had mexican food for the first time. Loved it!I tried one of the Enchiladas i think the Queso? Yum! Very good..."
Elicia Mansey
"It's hard to find an authentic Mexican meal in New Zealand - but Viva Mexico gets very close. It's definitely not gourmet, but Mexican is supposed..."
John
"Went last night for the first time. There was a wait for about 5 minutes for a table, and we were initially seated outside. A hot water bottle was..."
Yum O
"Vegetarian quesadillas are so good here, a great addition to Wellington's diverse and cultured eating places. Will come back to try the other Mexican..."
Mac
"The best Mexican food in Wellington! Great food, service and atmosphere. This is authentic mexican food. The staff are awesome, they always ask how..."
Jay Soma
"Yummy little mexican eatery! Great prices and such a cute set up, felt like I was in Mexico! The hand designed menus are a nice touch..."
Siobhan
"Like everyone says it's great, cheap, tasty and fast. Nothing is a problem for them. I go here all of the time and the food is great. Go to Viva..."
Trina Saffioti
"I was introduced this place by one of my friends who probably eats there once a week. Can't fault this place for affordability, freshness and..."
Penny
"Just had lunch here. So good. Awesome, awesome food. Loving the Mexican colas. Nice touch. The fish tacos and enchilada are my..."
Cedric Mason
"I personally think this is not only the best Mexican food in Wellington, but also all of New Zealand, and also pretty much the best food of any kind..."
Lisa Yonker
"The best Mexican food ever in this part of the world. I'm from Mexico City and this people are making my life so comfortable. New Zealand is a..."
Felipe Sanchez
"My all-time favourite lunchtime/dinner (quick and easy) stopovers! Easily, one of Wellington's best hidden cheap-eats. Food is amazing, and..."
Alice Khaw
"I grew up in California and one thing I miss since living in Wellington, is some good Mexican food. Tried the other places around, Flying Burrito B..."
Agatha Fromm
"My favourite restaurant in Wellington by far.The staff have always been pleasant, even though the restaurant is always full to capacity. The..."
Laura W
"Best Mexican in Wellington, by far. Everything on the menu is wonderful- try the stuffed jalapenos, they're my fave. Each main comes with a side..."
Frances Ratner
"Love it, come often, always leave happy. Having lived in LA for many years, this is a bit like going back to a cantina without the long flight. Food..."
Aidrian S
"Been three times and had excellent food and wonderful service. I generally prefer "more expensive" places for dinner but this gem is too good to pass..."
Tracy
"I am appalled by Arthur's review it sounds as though he was in a bad mood before he even walked through the door. Viva Mexico is an excellent place..."
Brian Gunning
"Not sure you can go wrong with Viva Mexico awesome people and some of the best food in town, when we go away it's the first place we want to come..."
Rose Kirkup
"The best Mexican in the capital. It is fresh and authentic. A bright and fantastic casual dining..."
SiennaMarcs
"Arthur you don't know what your talking about. I am in no way affiliated with the owners but this place is one of my favorite places to..."
Peanut
"This little restaurant is amazing, delicious and cheap. The staff are awesome and they sell Mexican beer too. I love the way it's hidden away down..."
Woo 17
"This restaurant is amazing. The queso sauce and the green sauce are as good as anything you would get in Texas/Mexico/San Diego. So delicious. Also,..."
ReginaGeorge
"Excellent place. Cheap food, good atmosphere. Fast service.The outside looks a bit dated/out of the way. But don't let that stop..."
Vincent G
"The most authentic Mexican in Wellington and since getting back from Mexico we've tried a few! The food here is always excellent and the owners are..."
Louise Griffin
"We had a voucher for this place so randomly tried it. It was amazing and we will totally be back to pay full price! Excellent food and great service...."
Miranda
"Excellent & authentic. Really enjoyed dinner & lunch here last weekend. It's hard in NZ to find good Mexican food - this is one of the..."
Clarkie
"Best Mexican in Wellington. Been here so many times and it's always delicious. I loved it since they opened few years ago and the new owners..."
Strega
"We went here for lunch and the food is crazy delicious. Great value! Highly..."
Reviewer007
"Tried this recently after being it recommended to me by a friend and can say that hands down this is the best Mexican I've tried in Wellington. I'd..."
Jake Wratt
"WOW! Most amazing takeaways I have had in a long time, and glad I got takeaways as shoveling that delicious food in my mouth would have been very..."
Safia
"My girlfriend and I decided to go to Viva Mexico after reading all the reviews on this site. We were not disappointed. Without a doubt the best..."
Leeroy
"I visited Viva Mexico after hearing that they'd had a change of ownership and a sprucing up and was absolutely thrilled with the new place. It's had..."
Misha Smith
"The only authentic mexican food I have found on the north island. The flavors are fresh and delicious. The owner is a lovely person and happy to talk..."
Kerntastic
"One of the best meals you can have in Wellington. The Golden Tacos are very tasty and the Cheesy Enchiladas are a MUST. Rich flavours and cheap meals..."
Christopher Buchanan
"The best Mexican food in New Zealand. Actually, perhaps the only REAL Mexican food in New Zealand. And the best tomatillo salsa I have ever had..."
Audrey Washburn
"Love it! The flavours are just amazing. Very authentic. Highly..."
Strega
"Easily the most authentic Mexican in Wellington, though I think Burrito Brothers is better (it's double the price though!) Viva Mexico is charming..."
Brian H
"Yep, by far the best Mexican food in Wellington. The hours are a bit frustrating - would like to take people there for dinner sometimes -..."
Jet
"Easily the best Mexican restaurant in the city. It's a small cosy place without any of the typical Wellington fancy-shmancyness (like really..."
Mike
"It’s hard to find an authentic Mexican meal in New Zealand – but Viva Mexico gets very close. It’s definitely not gourmet, but Mexican is..."
Dan Bowden
Bongusto - Merkato Fresh
92/100 (316 ratings)
Restaurants
Italian
Vegan Options
Pizza
Mediterranean
European
Mediterranean
Italian
Vegetarian Friendly
Pizza
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Brunch
Lasagne
Pesto
Pasta
Italian
Mediterranean
Pizza
European
Takeout
Seating
Wheelchair Accessible
Brunch
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"Wonderful food, outstanding atmosphere, nothing at all is a negative. 5 stars all..."
Luc Van Kradenburg
"Simply done to the highest standards.Popped in here for a quick slice of pizza and a coffee. Just Wow! The pizza was just that good and so was..."
Korosha Naidoo
"This place is MY SPOT for light, healthy, wonderfully flavorful, absolutely heavenly Italiano Cucina. Kilbirnie has Taste Of Greece, Miramar has..."
Dustin Robert Parr
"i only get the chicken foccacia sandwhiches which are the greatest chicken foccacia sandwhiches i've ever eaten. come to bongusto for chicken..."
CharlesXavier
"First time there ....more by accident than design. Three words "Yes ,yes and yes". That's four words. The "and" means " And I will be back". When..."
Matthew Orsman
"It’s all been said already. The food here is amazing. Totally unpretentious just simple and amazingly tasty and I’m going back (probably..."
O39toolemichael
"Visited about a month ago for the first time. This place is a gem. Absolutely fantastic baked goods, coffee, and service. Homemade pasta sauces for..."
The Food Snob
"I got recommended this place by a friend and what a hidden gem The meat ball sandwich is amazing crispy fresh bread a good amount of meat balls..."
Silverduck
"Excellent Italian food, the food is fresh and authentic. Tried the ravioli and pizza which tasted amazing. It's definitely a must try restaurant...."
Rahul Raghunath
"What more can be said? They supply some of the best restaurants around town. We wanted a particular pizza that wasn't on the menu for Friday night..."
Jade M.
"Authentic Italian hidden in the middle of Miramar! The selection of fresh pasta changes daily but is always served with a smile. Try the lasagna on..."
Mel Jones
"The 10th try at an ongoing quest to find a good cup of tea in the capital (rationale and first attempt is in my Astoria review).Having had..."
Duncan Galletly
"I was lucky enough to be invited to a Zomato meet up for a complimentary experience at Bongusto. Having not been to one of these before I..."
Sean P E Fleming
"What a fantastic place! This unassuming shop in Miramar is a hidden treasure. They have passion and a great food philosophy which is evident in what..."
Siobhan
"I first found out about this little treasure as part of Wellington on a Plate foodie walk.  The salmon pizza has to be one of the best pizzas I have..."
Kim
"Roberto Giorgioni, the owner of Bongusto, is a well known Wellingtonian having owned restaurants in the city over the years as well as the..."
Ian Apperley
"Came in last week with my son. The pizza, service and other food we tries were amazing. Friendly staff, glad to have you in the local..."
Ronald Blunt
"This is a hidden gem in Miramar. I can park the dog outside, order a coffee and croissant and relax and read the paper. Today I took home one of..."
Amanda Gray
"Always made welcome . Food & coffee excellent with a bonus of hearing Italian being spoken ! Sally..."
Sally Carman
"Such a good little cafe, best coffee I’ve ever had and staff are always the same (which shows how well they are treated) and are all extremely..."
Ella Gray
"Everything at Bongusto is really good, I have not had a bad experience here ever. I’ve had lunch here a few times now, ordering pasta of the day,..."
Joa
"The only real pasta in town. I've eaten a lot of pasta in New Zealand over the past 20 years, but I truly think it's the best pasta in New..."
Wonmok Choi
"Very nice pizza. Coffee was good too even with a bit of confusion around my order...."
Harry Brendon Potter
"Easily the best cafe in the Eastern suburbs for traditional Roma Pizza and Pasta . Great coffee and amazing Pastries !!! Best staff and the owner is..."
Dave VK
"Location = Miramar central-Very close to Airport 5/5 Parking = On street 5/5 Overall Ambiance = Average 4/5 Quality of Food = Great 5/5 Quality..."
Life In
"Service with a smile, very reasonable prices. Amazing custard tart & coffee - fresh and delicious. Everything else in the cabinet looked yum..."
Grace Griffiths
"Welcoming and friendly stuff with the best pizza you can get in Miramar. The supplí are just too good to be described with..."
Andrea Merlo
"Stunning Pizza, Good Fortune coffee, sweets and Customer service is the..."
tam peters
"Great pizza, amazing pasta thats always changing and beautiful pastries. My favourite is the chicken focaccia sandwich, big serving and great value..."
Michael Tso
The Larder
92/100 (1031 ratings)
Restaurants
Cafe
European
Gluten Free Options
New Zealand
International
European
New Zealand
Vegan Options
International
Cafe
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Brunch
Dinner
Lunch
After-hours
Breakfast
Pancakes
Omelette
Pasta
Meatballs
Salad
Octopus
Chili
Duck
Chocolate mousse
Risotto
Crepes
Salmon
Quail
Croque Madame
Cakes
Burger
Lamb
Prawns
Pesto
Beef
Fish
Pork
Toasts
Sit down
Café
International
New Zealand
European
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Highchairs Available
Accepts Credit Cards
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Lunch
After-hours
Brunch
Breakfast
Dinner
Mid-range
"We presented at lunch with 7 people and they accommodated us with a smile at a bit of a smaller table because other tables were reserved. The service..."
Kirsten S
"Such a joy to be at The Larder today. The kitchen team excelled - if you haven't been lately- it's worth treating yourself. And if the Confit duck is..."
Kaz H
"Went in search of Wellington's best cheese souffle, and we found it. Most delicious meal I've had out for a while. Accompanying salad was perfectly..."
Holly Robinson
"We were in the area for the Weta tours and popped in to grab a quick bite prior, and it was so good we went back for lunch. I don’t have photos..."
Lily
"Good place to have brunch and the food selection good. But asked for poached eggs that were not so runny but they came out quite runny. Seemed..."
Laurence Chiu
"Outstanding WOAP 23 burger. Tasty blood orange Kombucha too. Thanks Larder..."
Nicholas Cooper
"Great food, the chef is definitely a champion. But we found some things overpriced (especially the sides). Each time I come, I wonder how much I..."
Sophie Black
"Likely one of Wellingtons better seasonal food restaurants for fine dining. Have eaten here on five occassions and each time has been an excellent..."
Graeme Wooller
"Went out of our way to find somewhere great for a special birthday lunch - not disappointed in any way. Worth travelling across Wellington for...."
Charlie Lear
"It's an amazing breakfast place, just within working distance if you are visiting the Weta Cave. The food was delicious with beautiful plating. The..."
BYZM
Ortega Fish Shack
92/100 (3039 ratings)
Restaurants
Seafood
European
New Zealand
Seafood
Healthy
New Zealand
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
European
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
After-hours
Dinner
Lunch
Octopus
Pasta
Ceviche
Salad
Chocolate mousse
Crepes
Crab
Crawfish
Scallops
Duck
Catfish
Oyster
Risotto
Tuna
Pesto
Salmon
Fish
Sashimi
Pork
Prawns
Beef
Dumplings
Sit down
Seafood
New Zealand
European
Healthy
Seating
Table Service
Serves Alcohol
Gift Cards Available
Full Bar
Reservations
Accepts Credit Cards
Lunch
Dinner
After-hours
Fine Dining
"We recently held a private function in the upstairs dining room at Ortega. The food and service were both excellent. The wait staff were good at..."
Susan Maree
"Absolutely love the food here & I couldn't recommend this place enough. The meals are on point, the duck fat potatoes a must as are their crepes for..."
Amy McNamara
"It isn’t any wonder this little restaurant is in the top five seafood restaurants in Wellington New Zealand. From the moment you walk through the..."
Kathie Edmond
"Always amazing food, amazing service, have been coming here for years and again our dinner last night did not disappoint! Best fine dining in..."
Sarah Jane
"Best seafood restaurant in Wellington. Crayfish ravioli and snapper ragout were delicious! The seafood broth was also amazing. Service was very..."
Brooke Kana
"Another fine meal at our favourite Wellington restaurant! Great food and wonderful service. Our waiter was pleasantly attentive and made excellent..."
Raewyn Bucklow
"Casual and lively venue. Food is lovely , well prepared and presented. Creative wine list, incl range of sherries. Staff were friendly and attentive...."
Mark Swinchatt
"Might just be the best meal I'e had out in years. Food-exquisite. Staff-awesome. Vibe- casual... But... Um.. I can't put my finger on it. Perfect..."
Otis Frizzell
"Outstanding experience. From the minute you walk in. No table available (we had not booked) but there is some seating at the bar. Great to be able to..."
Dennice Kay Scannell
"My first visit to Wellington from Auckland and the first restaurant I tried in this lovely city. Absolutely beautiful food (the salmon was amazing!)..."
Tania Paul
"I'd say its one of the best meals I have ever had. Hands down great service, great food, great drinks, Perfect night out. HIGHLY..."
Troy Stevenson
"Husband and I dined in for Valentines and the service was slick and top-notch! The vibe was homely and entertaining. The food sensational! Seafood..."
Larissa Deana Carlson
"Had a fantastic meal at Ortega last night. There was a slight mix up with the meals meaning one came out 5 mins before the other. We weren't bothered..."
Kelly Fleming
"We had the best time at Ortega on Saturday! Wonderful food and fabulous service, can’t wait to come..."
Melanie Tsakmakis
"Outstanding quality food. The service was friendly and the staff had a detailed knowledge of the wines and food. Super impressed with the wine..."
Tayler Nguyen
"Fantastic food! We really enjoyed every dish! The red snapper with bacon broth! 🤤 and I’ve no idea how they get that octopus so tender. If..."
Richard Griffiths
"Long overdue review of Ortega. This is based on when we visited in January. We are creatures of habit so we came here 2 nights in a row after a..."
Tamami Naito-Badessa
"Absolutely outstanding restaurant. After being turned away from several restaurants due to it being after 9pm Friday night, we tried Ortega. The..."
Kate Cunningham
"Booking in advance is recommend. The best seafood restaurant in Welly. One of the side dish must try is broccoli with freekeh and olive..."
Vincent Ho
"This restaurant was amazing! The service was excellent and the food was up there with the best we have had and we like to eat out a lot :) Highly..."
Sam
"Fantastic seafood restaurant. Extensive wine list and range of other drinks. Snapper and octopus both cooked to perfection. Crepes were probably the..."
Kate Edwards
"A Brasserie without peer in Wellington🤩 Table service from Nicole was faultless. Food presentation perfect. Snapper as a main didn't quite work...."
John Swan
"Ortega was a recommendation from an Auckland chef and we were not disappointed. Firstly, the staff were exemplary, friendly, knowledgeable and..."
Denise Robinson
"An unforgettable evening with Davey and the rest of the team. The seafood has been some of the best I have ever had, the oysters and ceviche were..."
Jordan Wilkes
A Taste Of Greece
92/100 (261 ratings)
Restaurants
Cafe
Vegetarian Friendly
Greek
Greek
Vegetarian Friendly
Lunch
Brunch
Breakfast
Café
Café
Greek
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Takeout
Brunch
Breakfast
Lunch
Mid-range
"My family are Greeks and we highly recommend this superb family eatery. The service is always friendly, warm and welcoming. Helen, her daughter Maria..."
Krystina Garland Smith
"Love the family and neighbourhood feel of this place and all the yummy goodies on offer. Great selection of treats both homemade and imported...."
Eating My Way Around
"Stumbled upon this place by accident and have made it a priority to head back ever since. I am not Greek so I canny vouch for its authenticity, but I..."
Bryant
"Came in to try the Souvlaki weekend special, always see the sign, live close so thought no harm in trying. I was surprised to see that the souvlaki..."
Team Thomas
"Love this place. We come regularly for the souvlaki on Saturdays. It is always fresh and delicious and amazing value. The cakes and pastries are..."
Alison Power
"Absolutely adored the lunch I had at A Taste of Greece. The pastries were perfect (I had a leek and feta pastry, and one filled with semolina..."
Robyn E. Kenealy
"Nice café out in Kilbirnie, cosy, colourful, Helen, the  owner is friendly and a great chef. Food is authentic, fresh, attractive and tastes..."
Ann Kilpatrick
"Great Food. Authentic Greek. Friendly staff. Highly recommended. Must be one of  the only Greek cafe in Wellington. A must try are the sweets and..."
Andreas Markwitz
"Helen and the team helped us with some yummy goodies for catering and we were not disappointed. The quality and authenticity was enjoyed by all! Not..."
Michael Anastasidis
"A great, small yet authentic cafe that has delicious meals ranging from oily salads to sweet baclava. Can't recommend it more. Menu ..."
Maria K
"Something special happened, when I visited taste of Greece. The food was divine. The portions were generous, the price was fair, the service was..."
Tyrone Montgomery
"Absolutely delicious food here, cakes, baklava, meatballs, tzatziki, spinajkopita etc. Always back here when I am in Wellington. Great service and a..."
MmeEva2412
"Just a little place, serving some great freshly cooked food, and various supplies from Greece. The Chicken Souvlaki meal was very good, as was the..."
Greg Thomas
"No frills joint. Loads of awesome Greek food. Homemade. And imported groceries. Couldn't stop myself from getting me hands on all the sweets...."
Eileen Lui
"Look at that mountain of deliciousness! Loving my long weekend already. Thank you, team at The Taste of Greece, another great..."
Enigma Enigma
"This is a such treasure trove!! Our own little piece of Greece tucked away in Kilbirnie but offering so many different things that can make you think..."
Charlotte Economu
"What a lovely experience. Restaurant, cafe mini shop of products from Greece. Lovely lady , who knew all her products. Another lady out the back..."
Paul Stevenson
"If your looking to treat yourself when your in Kilbirnie I would recemend A taste of Greece, I had a Greek burger there and it was genuinely one of..."
Zealandian White Lion
Egmont Street Eatery
92/100 (1793 ratings)
Restaurants
Gluten Free Options
International
Vegan Options
European
European
Vegetarian Friendly
New Zealand
New Zealand
International
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Brunch
Drinks
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Lamb
Pancakes
Bruschette
Fish
Pork
Salad
Stracciatella
Salmon
Burger
French Toast
Toasts
Beef
Cakes
Sit down
European
International
New Zealand
Serves Alcohol
Gift Cards Available
Reservations
Full Bar
Accepts Credit Cards
Seating
Table Service
Drinks
Brunch
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"Hold onto your jimmies cause this place is bloody amazing. Everything tasted like it came from the kitchen of the gods. The pancakes were so light..."
Nicole Wong
"Taken here for my birthday dinner and had the lamb after the spiced nuts. Love the seasonal approach! Great wine list too. Attentive friendly service..."
Francesbutler64
"This is one of my favourite places to go for drinks and nibbles in wellington. The cocktails are delicious, they have a seasonal menu but if you are..."
Kate.mcpherson123
"So yum!! We went here to find donuts and we sure did 😍 lemon meringue and salted caramel popcorn. Really cool little spot for coffee as..."
Bayley
"Tasty food in this little place. Not massive servings which is nice. Friendly service and helpful. We sat outside which was noisy but better than..."
Bex Ellis
"Staff were very friendly and attentive. The food was delicious. The tables are quite close together which doesn't allow for much private..."
Barbara
"Amazing every time. The rice cakes are so great. The passion fruit tart was also delicious. Always great food and service. It’s very cool how every..."
Jazz
"The food was delicious and service was top notch! You can't go past the loaded fries! Highly recommend dinner here but make sure you book as it's a..."
Megha Dogra
"We were here for dinner on a weekday. Food was beautifully cooked. Angus beef cheek braised to tender perfection, not sure if the peanut pesto on top..."
AJ
"Nice place for a brunch.We came in at 11ish and it was nearly full. We could either order the food from the menu or from the cabinet. The food..."
Shirley Yu
"Delicious! Sunday brunch (@12.30pm), a short wait, offered a coffee while waiting but it didn't arrive, never mind. We were asked again when seated..."
Neat Eats
"••• Protein-Fixed •••I LOVED it & MY tummy LOVED it. Highly Recommended! Well Done & Thank You (both customer service + foods)..."
MarvellousSeven
"This was a Zomato find when we needed somewhere to eat close to our accomodation. Man was it a find! I got the lamb for breakfast and I could have..."
Jocheli015
"Cute cafe. I only tried their doughnut but it was a bit bland tasting. The meringue was light and chewy and gives it a nice refined sweetness that..."
Travels4Food
"Best service in Wellington, great menu whether it's brunch, lunch or dinner and the atmosphere is pretty good too. You always leave satisfied...."
Jocelyn Simpson
"Finally tried out this classic Wellington establishment, and it definitely lived up to expectations! We dined over lunch, ordering the fish tacos and..."
Sonia Giles
"Fantastic fresh food offering and service very slick. I always enjoy the atmosphere here and the staff are all very friendly and helpful. Try..."
Ronald Blunt
"Great looking venue, the staff are excellent and the chef knows his stuff, the buttermilk chicken burger is just ridiculously good and the bacon bap..."
Mark Reynolds
"Nice place and I love the deco. The menu has some interesting items and I tried the smoked eel with rice cake. It was interesting but not exciting..."
Christian
"Great breakfast - I had the smoked hash potatoes with black pudding and slow egg. The extra sides are expensive but well worth getting. The cold ice..."
Amit Tripuraneni
"Down an alleyway in the heart of Wellington, Egmont St Eatery is a cool, small side bar serving bar snacks, share style dishes and great coffee and..."
Postcards From Peta
"An innovative menu that is executed well, as evidenced by four plates eaten stark clean of every morsel. I had the special of yellow fin tuna with my..."
Eatwithmyfoodsafari
"The great food made up for the not so great service, food was also awesomely presented but we had had to wait for at least 20 minutes before we were..."
Bigmuncher
"A+ food and ambience but service was far from on satisfactory. We waited a good 20 min before being given menu and water. AOK i ordered was delicious..."
::: Diner01 :::
"Best wagyu. Thin cuts. I was looking for a good one that could match my experience in steakhouse in SFO. Ample portions. Their focus is on the food...."
Kaushik Som
"I was a skeptic when the place opened, it got too many good reviews and I thought it would be too good to be true. I was so wrong.We went for..."
Sina Tupou
"Great design, cosy feel, good service - and most importantly, the food was incredible. The chefs, visible from the dining area, obviously enjoyed..."
Bronwyn Clark
"Came here for brunch yesterday and I was really impressed with its simple yet elegant interior design. It was very busy when my friend and I arrived..."
Foooodie Explorer
"Stumbled upon this hidden gem fresh off the plane. Beautiful breakfast menu and damn good coffee. Enjoyed eggs and bacon which was very tasty. Fresh..."
Melanie Kolman
"Had the Charred Broccolini with carrot puree,  fried egg, roasted tomatoes, sourdough and pork floss for brunch the other morning. Was probably the..."
Albert Hailes
"It took me far too long to eat here and it won't be as long a wait between visits. Only came in for brunch but the food was top notch. The use of..."
Josh
"Brunch on Sunday. We arrived about 12pm and they were busy, almost full. We had cinema tickets for 1pm so asked about the wait. They we're helpful in..."
Sean P E Fleming
"Arrived for breakfast after a reccomedation. Easy to find down the lane, nice spot. A sleek, modern & professional while still remaining welcoming...."
Coffee Lover
"Came here for dinner and I got the KFC burger which was delicious, chicken was cooked and battered beautifully and the sauce complemented and brought..."
Matt Jeng
"My first time at Egmont this morning for brunch and it was amazing!! Super friendly and attentive staff, got a table straight away, warm and not too..."
Kyla R
"Food is fantastic and they make arguably the best french toast in town. Have been back several times and am always impressed with the service and..."
Aimee Bell
"After three years in Wellington, my sister is finally moving back to Auckland, but before she relocates, I made one last eating frenzy trip before my..."
Amy @ My Dining Journey
"Came here with a bunch of work mates on a weekday bout 8:00pm.  We ordered entrees and mains.  We waited about 45 minutes for the entrees and was a..."
John Chin
"Love this place. All the dishes I tried were really nice. The burger and market fish were really nice. They're pretty busy though so it takes awhile..."
Jenny
"Perfect spot for brunch or coffee! The summer brown was delicious and the homemade granola was served nicely with fresh summer fruits. Service was..."
Angela Liu
"New cafe in town! Went and ordered spinach and mushroom toast with avocado on the side. For drinks a simple favourite trim flatwhite.The..."
Vogue Foodie
"Delicious food and wonderful service. I really liked that you could get all wine in a carafe size, for when I don't want to drink the whole bottle..."
Debbie Rogers
"Came here to try the winner of burger welly for 2015. At nearly $20 alone for the burger I was initially a little hesitant but it did live up to..."
Vicki Wong
"I very much enjoyed my coffee and scone here! The coffee may have been the best I've had in Wellington (so I purchased another) and the scone was of..."
John BP
"The best seat in the house is on the pass overlooking the compact kitchen. The ham& cheese croquette is crisp, light and lusciously oozy and..."
Jennifer Collinson
"Wellington admittedly doesn't move as fast as Auckland in the food scene so anything new is always exciting. The talk of town is Egmont Street..."
Wilson Chau
"It was Thursday lunch and date time with my mother. My poor mother really likes European cuisine but alas, my father has decided that a meal is..."
Grace Li
"I had a super tasty birthday lunch here a couple of weeks ago on my travels through NZ. Was recommended it by the staff at Memphis Belle coffee shop..."
Sean
"I wish I didn't rate the other restaurants so highly so this could take the highest. Truly amazing experience. The food (Sichuan 1/2 chicken w/..."
Dalton Harris
"Great little cool place to go after work on any day of the week.Menu was a bit small but the burger was awesome.We ordered the chicken..."
Hubert Cheng
"Winners of the annual WOAP burger, my expectations were high. The burger looked pretty standard however the taste was AWESOME it was super..."
Medium_Rare
"Have been here a few times now for dinner. Must say, it's so dang good. The lamb ribs are to die for, flavour town galore! The Welly on a plate..."
Miss K
"The food takes me back to my home town of London for some reason. The Food was simple but clearly used the best ingredients and was well presented...."
Richard
"Good stuff Egmont Street Eatery for nabbing the title for Wellington on a Plate - Best Burger 2015. I must admit, I did enjoy the burger and good on..."
LucyGoosey
"Popped in here for lunch last Sunday and the place was packed which I find is either sign that they serve good food or it's the in place to be. I..."
RaeRae
"Been twice, love the presentation and the food. On the second occasion the service let things down. Slow, and when avocado was off the menu I was..."
Hamish.rutherford
"Popped in on a cold, wet morning for brunch. Three of us went with the grilled sandwiches(ham/cheese, spinach/mushroom and the Flank steak pide)plus..."
Simon Kearsley
"Egmont Street Eatery is a hidden gem, well not so hidden given its name is the street it is located on. It's a very quaint little place..."
Mind The Crumbs
"I came here for breakfast on a Sunday with my partner, the place was busy so we were lucky to get a seat. The tables were close together so we..."
Claz
"A newbie but a goodie! Had brunch here last Sunday after much anticipation having had to listen to what felt like EVERYONE in Wellington talking..."
Chris Carabine
"Egmont street - "egmont street?" I hear you say - where the hell is egmont street? Well this little backwater between Leeds street and Taranaki has..."
Duncan Galletly
"Came here for a work dinner tonight and it was awesome. We chose it because it's a new place in town and no one had eaten her yet. So glad we did...."
Jordan Morrice
"This new little eatery definitely fills the gap in what we need in Wellington.   Do not expect your usual big fry up of bacon and eggs here for..."
Rosemary Young
"I hadn't been to Egmont Eatery for a while and noticed the interior decor and layout had changed which looked amazing. The service was top-notch. I..."
Haydi Foster
"The cornbread is so good I went back for brunch twice in one week. Great service, lovely place to sit with coffee and food and a book. Accommodated a..."
Kate McNeil
"Had a great experience here while visiting Wellington. The place was busy so we took bar stools by the kitchen, which I would recommend as the chef..."
Jamie Cullen
"Food was really lovely, especially the gnocchi. The fries were not fries, they were more wedges of different shapes and sizes - some on the cusp of..."
S H
"My partner and I had a fantastic dinner at Egmont Street Eatery. The service was beyond amazing and the food was excellent. Did I mention the staff..."
B M
"A lovely lunch was enjoyed at Egmont Street Eatery by myself, along with my husband and two of our adult kids. We booked online and were seated..."
Lisa Kingsbeer
"Loved every bite! Great food. Everything was cooked to perfection. Delicious entrees. But the highlight of the dinner were beef and pork - simply to..."
Snjezana Lipovac
"I don’t know why it took me so long to try this place out! Stellar food, strong coffee and outstanding service. We enjoyed the smoked potato hash..."
Melissa Wells
"We came in for dinner last night and the menu was fantastic. The crudo was my absolute favourite with the flavours balanced beyond perfection but I..."
Samantha Jones
"Everything was cooked to perfection at the Egmont Street Eatery. The steak was the best, the fish was soft and tender. The side potatoes, the starter..."
Irina Iris
"Down an alleyway in the heart of Wellington, Egmont St Eatery is a cool, small side bar serving bar snacks, share style dishes and great coffee and..."
Peta McConachie (Postcards from Peta)
"Wonderfull service and delicious food. The waffles were very filling. Great spot for brunch would highly..."
Alex Shepherd-Reynolds
"We had great breakfast. Delicious cheese scone and my bbq baked beans were great too. You should add some mushrooms for..."
Markus A. Wolf
"Great service. Great food. Easily one of the top restaurants in Wellington. Recently won burger on a plate and bar tender of the year. We keep coming..."
Damian
"Egmont Street Eatery is a place that knows how to do the simple things really really well, and their WOAP Saigon Smash burger is a study in sumptuous..."
Mitchell Bidois
"I've seen some of their pastries at my daily coffee shop and they always highly recommended Egmont Street Eatery, didn't disappoint at all. Had a..."
Simon Li
Taste Of Raj
91/100 (151 ratings)
Restaurants
Halal
Indian
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Halal
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Dinner
Lunch
Lamb
Curry
"Fantastic food and excellent service :-)I highly reccomend Raj, my favourite curry restaurant, and I am ultra fussy !!!!Awesome for group..."
Julie Parsons
"I’ve been to a lot of curry restaurants in Wellington and this is one of my faves! Great friendly service and the food is always enjoyable! Never..."
Nadine Kapua
"I’m quite picky when it comes to curry but this place knows what they are doing! Service was good and place was clean and tidy. I will be back!..."
Stephanie
"Nice little restaurant with some decent indian food. Customer service is great with personality which is hard to find these days! This is the place..."
Stu
"Cam across this place as I live close by, awesome place to eat, excellent service and it tastes amazing. Will defiantly be repeat customer. ..."
Dija Ellison
"Lovely quick service and beautiful food - a family outing I'll remember. Staff were great and very helpful. Would definitely go again. Did I mention..."
Georgia Parker
"I've only dined here once, relatively close to the restaurants opening -I was left underwhelmed by the consistency, flavour and portioning of..."
Harry
"best indian food ive had in my life so far everything was great i highly reconmend for you to atleast try this place tasted fresh and took about 20..."
Chaos
"We dined on a whim, with two kids in tow and were really impressed!! The service was top notch and the food fresh,tasty and reasonably priced. We..."
Nat
"Calling all Indians! Taste of Raj is not your usual sickly sweet creamy curry affair. The butter chicken is smokey, spicy and positively savoury...."
Anushree Sen Gupta
"A great addition to the dining seen in Petone and a welcome change to the Indian chain restaurant down the road.  Good food and good..."
RickyM
"Taste of Raj is relatively new to the Petone food scene, where two other specialty Indian restaurants are already well established. Four of us dined..."
Caffeinated Weka
"Very impressed with Taste of Raj, great selection of mains with some new dishes I hadn't heard of before, the starter of Tandori mushrooms was..."
Paca Sad
"I've been here twice now & the meals have been amazing both times.. a massive menu with so much to choose from! The flavours are great, service..."
Abbstar
"Really enjoyed our experience at Taste of Raj tonight - great service and lovely food at a price that didn't make us wince.  A very pleasant family..."
Jenny McCaul
"When eating in Petone it is always a good idea to book to avoid disappointment, Taste Of Raj wasn’t full this time, I can see that once word gets..."
Muffin Mum
"An Experience to Remember – Just opened and short staffed they managed to contend with the breakdown in the Front of House Service. The Meals were..."
Folcarelli Stephen
"We went to this restaurant for dinner on Friday 5th Sept. The Owner Raj really understands the psychology of hospitality. We felt that Raj's prime..."
Girish S
"New Indian restaurant in Petone! Yes, another one, but definitely worth the try! Heaps of meals to choose from! Great service! Beautiful meals,..."
Abstar
"This new Indian restaurant is a nice addition to the already fantastic cafe and restaurant scene. The menu offers a good range and the dishes we..."
Ron Beernink
"Awesome awesome awesome curry here and incredibly friendly service. Every dish was delicious and so full of flavour. Portion sizes were huge and you..."
Rachel Tillings
"Really tasty food here. And not expensive. Good for takeaways..."
Andrew Penhey
"This is my favorite place to eat in Wellington awesome food and great staff very accommodating a must..."
On the edge
"The best Indian Food in the Wellington area, we drive from Brooklyn for this food. We have all tried of the Indian restaurants in the wellington area..."
Alisha
"Tasty Indian restaurant, good for a quick curry for lunch or..."
Phil Clarke
"Like Indian food? You'll love Taste of Raj. Great goat curry and the chef's specials are outstanding. Friendly and obliging front of house makes for..."
Brett Sangster
"Great food, and pleasant staff. Were happy to accomodate for our large group showing up at the last minute. Its also cool how there is a big glass..."
Eric Munro
"Definitely my favourite curry in Wellington! Super friendly staff, great service and nice decor. Wish I could give the curry more than 5 stars..."
Laurie Carter
"Great food, great service, and a really nice spot for a meal! We've been making our way through all Petone and Lower Hutts Indian restaurants, and..."
Ang Marguerite
"Lovely people and service, Wonderful taste, Highly recommended to all food..."
Sina M
"Great service, the naan bread was absolutely stunning and the food I got (mango chicken) was tender and tasty I would definitely come back here for..."
The Sleuth
"Beautiful authentic food. Best Indian food in NZ so far. Great service..."
Melissa Story
"Very good food n service. This will be my regular spot for Indian meal. Excellent job..."
Kaushal Adeshara
"First time there. Food was delicious. Real authentic Indian cuisine and big selection to choose..."
John Simpson
"there is what 2 other indian places in petone but taste of raj is #1 if you feel like indian this is the best place by far and i have eaten alot of..."
Kurt H
"Our absolute favourite restaurant in Petone. Wonderful service, clean surrounds and delicious food- nothing is too much trouble and you're great..."
Natalie Wilson
"Great food really impressed with their Naan breads, every visit always had a great Curry I think this place is one of the best in the..."
Peter Blount