Modern cafe on Taranaki St Wharf. A la carte and counter-top dishes, exemplary service, and idyllic location. Contemporary Māori decor and a very local atmosphere. Child-friendly. Read more about Karaka Cafe
Glorious Art Deco cinema, completely restored to its original glory. Two screens, 60-seater restaurant, stunning WETA Workshop-designed interior and a unique atmosphere. A must for all film fans. Read more about Roxy Cinema
Fine-dining European style in Mount Victoria, The Ambeli is a family-run, tightly-run ship that elevates good food to a whole new level. Quirkiness and a little eccentricity here goes a long way. Read more about The Ambeli
The site of Wellington's first oyster bar, Arbitrageur's is a European restaurant that bills itself as "fine dining without the price tag". Huge wine list, and menus to match wine to dish. Read more about Arbitrageur Wine Room, Restaurant & Oyster Bar
Combining an interesting mix of New Zealand and African cuisine, this restaurant makes the most of its waterside location by offering flavours you aren't going to forget in a hurry. Read more about Mandylove Restaurant
Stunning food in a stunning location overlooking Oriental Bay. Head chef Paul Hoather has put everything of himself into this place, to make dining here more of an experience, than just a meal. Read more about The White House Restaurant
Head into the heart of Wellington's business and shopping district, and you can find a touch of New York with the Concrete Bar & Restaurant. Read more about Concrete Bar & Restaurant
Luxury dining in a beautiful location in Oriental Bay, Martin Bosley's mantra is very firmly "if it looks beautiful, it'll taste beautiful". Housed above a yacht club, this is a place ot be seen in. Read more about Martin Bosley's
With more cafes per head than New York City, Restaurants in Wellington are super-vibrant and offer an exciting mix of both homegrown New Zealand cuisine and international offerings, particularly Polynesian and Asian dishes.
A key area in the Wellington Restaurant scene is around Lambton Harbour and Oriental Bay, with a good selection of both fine dining and bar-type eateries. The Terrace has good hotel restaurants, while Mount Victoria is home to some impressive upmarket establishments. There's also a superlative selection of French restaurants.
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