Charley Noble Local Pick Charley Noble showcases local ingredients, natural wine and craft beer. Located in central Wellington, the restaurant was an instant hit, winning awards in its first year and continues to be successfu
Dragons Chinese Restaurant Local Pick Dragons Chinese Restaurant offers fine Chinese cuisine from the heart of downtown Wellington, just off Courtenay Place. The restaurant is popular with locals and visitors alike, whether it be for a
Beach Babylon Beach Babylon is funky café in Wellington's popular Oriental Bay, where diners can enjoy coffee, beer, cocktails and food in a retro setting. The café and restaurant is open for brunch, lunch, an
The Old Bailey The Old Bailey is a Wellington institution located near the city's Parliament buildings. The venue aims to take the best of a traditional Kiwi pub and offer guests a true New Zealand welcome in rel
Shed 22 Shed 22 has an enviable location right on the stunning Wellington waterfront. With its eclectic fit out and great vibe, its popularity is evident with locals and tourists alike. The bar has a
Dockside Restaurant and Bar Dockside Restaurant & Bar offers a unique contrast of old and new in a historic building with a contemporary feel. As one might expect with a prime waterfront location, in the heart of Queens W
Foxglove Foxglove Bar & Kitchen is a large and spacious bar and restaurant that overlooks the harbour on Wellington's waterfront. The ground floor restaurant enjoys expansive views of the h
D4 on Featherstone Already a favourite destination of Irish rugby supporters, D4 on Featherston is a great spot for anyone looked for a good time in a relaxed venue. Named for Dublin's postcode, D4 takes its inspirat
Shed 5 Restaurant and Bar Renowned seafood restaurant on Queens Wharf, you can feel the history as you dine in this old warehouse. Shed 5 also has an outdoor terrace for when the weather's nice, so it's very popular in summer.
Nicolini's Nicolini's is a family run restaurant located in Wellington's bustling Courtenay Place. The restaurant and trattoria was established in 1997 and has a long running reputation for producing full fla
Kennedy's Bar Kennedy’s is an authentic Irish bar located in the heart of the city on Allen Street. As with any true Irish bar, Kennedy’s gets its name from the owner's family - Dermot’s 'Ma' Ann the ep
The Green Man Pub A favourite venue of the Wellington Hurricanes and Lions rugby teams and the Central Pulse netballers, The Green Man pub in central Wellington promises good food, a good atmosphere and the chance of m
Dragonfly Dragonfly is a modern Asian restaurant that blends traditional Asian influences with a contemporary twist and a focus on South East Asian food. The restaurant is located in Courtenay Place in centr
Hippopotamus Restaurant and Cocktail Bar Exquisite fine dining opposite Wellington Harbour in this third floor restaurant inside the QT Hotel (formally Museum Art Hotel). Stunning, ornate decor, five-star service and food that looks far too
The Crab Shack The Crab Shack is seafood casual dining experience, situated on Queen's Wharf next to Shed 5. The focus of the menu, as the name suggests, is crab but other seafood delights feature. (a first
Monsoon Poon Wellington Monsoon Poon has been a fixture in central Wellington since 2001, offering a range of Asian cuisine. The restaurant is located in Blair Street in Te Aro, close to many of Wellington's attractions s
Bin 44 Restaurant and Bar Vibrant, contemporary bar-restaurant on Wellington's happening Queens Wharf. Casual dining with familiar menu favourites, all served with panache in a welcoming atmosphere. Cocktails and Craft Beers a
The Library The Library is tucked away in the centre of Wellington's lively Courtenay Place. The name gives the style of the decor away. It's a cosy, atmospheric bar that is a popular spot to let your hair
Food & Spice Odyssey Be guided through an array of taste sensations which you would never gain exposure to on your regular visits around Wellington. The Food & Spice Odyssey Wellington Walking Tour is&nb
Pravda Cafe Pravda in central Wellington in the Lambton Quay precinct is the perfect spot for a coffee amongst the hustle and bustle of the city. The café and bistro is housed in an elegant building and evoke
The Balti House The Balti House in Victoria Street celebrates the part of Indian cuisine known as the Balti. Originating from Pakistan, the Balti has been made famous by Birmingham in England and it is from here tha
Avida Bar At Avida Bar in central Wellington, diners can transport themselves to the Mediterranean, with the menu encompassing dishes from the coast of North Africa, Spain and Europe. At the corner of Johnst
Kazu Japanese Restaurant Kazu is a Japanese restaurant that opened in Wellington's Tory Street in 2002. The restaurant is based on the Japanese Izakaya style of dining where guests dine in a casual setting, sitting on tatami
Little Beer Quarter Little Beer Quarter (aka LBQ) is tucked away in Edward Street and is an authentic styled Irish Pub. The welcoming fireplace, comfy leather chairs and selection of craft beers create the atmosphere of
La Cloche La Cloche brings the gastronomy of France to central Wellington with a little bit of Kiwi culture thrown in. The café in Hutt Road, Kaiwharawhara, just outside Wellington offers a French inspired
Fratelli Italian Restaurant Contemporary Italian trattoria mixing traditional dishes with modern ideas. Located in the hip Courtenay Place, this place strives to live up to its location and local reputation, and succeeds. Fra
Fork & Brewer The Fork & Brewer on Bond Street offers a quality craft beer and dining experience in downtown Wellington. With the brewery on site you don't have to travel far to get a freshly brewed beer.
Scopa Caffe Cucina Scopa Caffe Cucina serves traditional pizza and Italian hot chocolate in Wellington's bustling Cuba Street area. Remiro Bresolin and his two sons Leonardo and Lorenzo who still run the venue today
GPO Restaurant In homage to the iconic General Post Office that once occupied the site, GPO Restaurant was born from a love of intrepid travel abroad, discovery and culture. GPO is a culinary window to the wor
Olive Restaurant Olive is a café and restaurant located in Wellington's vibrant Cuba Street, and the café reflects the artistic and spirited nature of the area. The café is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner,
Cafe L'Affare Coffee lovers will be in their element at Caffe L'affare's flagship café in Wellington's College Street. Set against the background of the company's roasting and packaging plants and bean store, t
Istana Malaysia Restaurant Translated as Palace of Malaysia, diners at Istana Malaysia in Wellington's Allen Street are treated as royalty with all dishes cooked to order and spiced according to a guest's taste. Boasting a hea
Thunderbird Café Thunderbird Cafe is a small and fun cafe that's situated on Featherstone Street in Wellington's downtown area (between Brandon and Panama Streets). The style of cuisine offered is a mixture of
The Welsh Dragon Bar The Welsh Dragon Bar is unusually situated on a traffic island in the middle of Wellington's Cambridge Terrace. Originally used as a public toilet, the dome shaped building now houses what is be
Karaka Cafe Modern cafe on Taranaki St Wharf. A la carte and counter-top dishes, exemplary service, and idyllic location. Contemporary Maori decor and a very local atmosphere. Child-friendly. Karaka Cafe
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