Pōneke is one of the most diverse food cities you’ll find, especially given its size. In Wellington you’ll find amazing cafes and bistros, as well as diverse options for so many global cuisines. And the coffee scene is top notch!
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Great injera, classic Ethiopian comfort food, what more can you ask for. I like to grab their injera for takeaway to eat with my own food at home!
Mother of Coffee
Really solid longstanding fish and chips outlet
Mt Vic Chippery
Awesome Vietnamese food!
Rock Yard Restaurant - Wellington
Awesome spot for northern thai, the khao soi really hits
Khao Soi Welly Eatery
Amazing Syrian in a beautiful restaurant
Damascus
Gorgeous cafe with unique food offerings
August Eatery
Fresh catches and awesome fish and chips, find their shop near Cuba or in the CBD
Wellington Seamarket
Amazing laksa, and their lunch specials are spot on
Rasa Malaysia Restaurant
Very solid ramen and great desserts
Origami
The laksa and the nasi lemak are delicious! It says online they take card but we had to pay cash last time we went
Aunty Mena's Vegetarian Restaurant & Cafe
More amazing Malaysian food
Macha, Jom Tapau!
The best breads, and amazing sandwiches on Leeds
Shelly Bay Baker - Baker of Sourdough Breads, Bagels, Baugettes & Loafs
Very solid Vietnamese
The Old Quarter
Māori staples including a great hāngī right along the waterfront. Perfect for perfect Welly days
Karaka Cafe
These samosas 🤤 and the lassis are so good
Punjabi CAFE & Take Away | Wellington
Really solid affordable sushi and bowls. Especially if you need something for the next day, they’ve got specials in the afternoon for great prices
TJ Katsu (serve Full Menu)
Delicious quick service Syrian right in the CBD
ALSWAIDA by Damascus
Super delicious hangi you can find on uber eats or in some dairies
Cjs Hangi
Incredible authentic Mexican food. I love the nopales, and the mole is on point
Viva Mexico
Great brunch spot looking out on the water. The glass noodle laksa was so good
Beach House & Kiosk
Amazing Indian takeaway across from the Roxy
Order Delhi Sweet And Snacks | Menu & Prices | Wellington Delivery
Really nice sandwiches and pizza if you’re spending the day in Miramar
Nicoletta's
Great masala chai in lower hutt. If we’re up here for any reason, it’s a favorite
Chilli N Spice
Nice cafe with little bikes and scooters kids can play on
Get Fixed Bicycle Cafe, Panhead Bar & Workshop
Nice food hall with diverse options and a great bar, especially great if you’re looking for indoor space in the CBD
WILLIS LANE
Great Chinese food and adorable ice desserts
Chilli Pot Wellington
Nice takeaway dumplings and hand pulled noodles
TASTE OF HOME
Really adorable little wine bar and bistro with a rotating menu and great drinks
Margot Newtown
A huge selection of Chinese classics with great duck and mapo tofu
K C Cafe & Takeaway
Really great bowls and rice boxes, and the smoothies are works of art
Dilly Dally: Fresh salads, smoothies and snacks - WellingtonNZ
Really amazing Mediterranean brunch! Definitely a must hit in Island Bay
Parla - Island Bay
Coffee and Bakeries
Nice grab and go, but especially great cakes
Tomboy
Really nice matcha drinks and supply shop. Their wraps and sandwiches are delicious too!
Orient Homeware + Gifts
Great little coffee and bistro shop. Their new location is awesome right down close to the waterfront
Sixes & Sevens - Wellington
Top notch baristas crafting some of the best latte art you’ll see
