Field and Green | Combining bold European flavours with a dash of Jewish influence, this food feels like a warm hug. Make sure you save room to try the legendary ice cream, too.ġ9. El Matador | While travel to South America might be off the table for now, you can still get a taste of the cuisine with an Argentinian meat feast at this Cuba Street haunt.ġ8. El Culo Del Mondo | Sample Latin-American eats in this funky bar/restaurant with a very cheeky name (it literally means ‘the ass of the world’.) The house-made tortilla chips come with a mountain of guac that’s totally worth sacrificing your house deposit for.ġ7. Egmont St Eatery | Hidden down a grungy laneway, this spot has undergone the ultimate makeover from carpark to stylish restaurant, serving seasonally inspired dishes for brunch, lunch and dinner.ġ6. Dragons | If you’re a yum cha enthusiast-and who isn’t-then this legendary haunt has got to be on your hit list.ġ5. Cosy up with modern Asian cuisine and decadent cocktails in the lantern lit courtyard.ġ4. Dragonfly | Draped in dark curtains and with a moody vibe, this is the perfect spot for a romantic rendezvous. This cool and classy Thorndon eatery has a mighty fine drinks menu too.ġ3. Daisy’s | Where Kiwi delicacies like creamed paua rub shoulders with French classics like steak frites.
Tuck into homely, Italian fare, just like mamma used to make.ġ2. Cicio Cacio | The cutest and cosiest restaurant you ever did see.
Pro tip: pop in on Monday for their famous two for one deal, so you can gobble twice as much.ġ1. Chow | One of Welly’s OG Asian-fusion spots which still brings in the crowds. When you eat here you’ll understand why.ġ0. Charley Noble | Specialising in wood-fired delights and with a menu to please all palates, this roomy restaurant is always chocka. Try a Smokey with a side of Punjabi Poutine, guaranteed to make your tastebuds sizzle.ĩ. Burger Liquor | The classic combo of booze and burgers is hard to beat, and this place excels in both. This beachside café and restaurant provides plenty of delectable choices for your plant-lovin’ pals and carnivores alike.Ĩ. The Botanist | For when you’ve got a veggie or vegan friend you want to impress. Boulcott Street Bistro | Set inside an historic cottage, this Wellington institution gives a nod to the fine dining scene of yesteryear with a good dash of modern flair.ħ. Boquita | For when you want Mexican food but you’re also trying to be good, swing by this bite-sized eatery for wholesome and delicious plant-based tacos and burritos.Ħ. A Taste of Home | If you’re in the mood for noods, look no further than this teensy spot which dishes up Chinese street food, made with irresistibly fresh hand-pulled noodles.ĥ. The Bang Bang Chicken Salad is a stand out.Ĥ. Apache | A beautiful melange of Northern Vietnamese food and French cuisine – think fresh, herby salads combined with decadent French flavours. Amok | Mt Vic’s newest bistro crosses cuisine boundaries, with a daily changing menu that is sure to surprise and delight.ģ.
1154 | Settle in at the communal dining table and enjoy fast and fresh house made pasta and organic wine, that won’t break your budget.Ģ. N.B: These are in no particular order, other than alphabetical.ġ. Whether you’re after cheap eats or something a little fancier, we have you absolutely covered with 50 of the best restaurants in Wellington. We may be a teeeeny bit biased, but we reckon it's got some of the best spots in the country. New Zealand's cool capital is known for its huge food scene.