Wellington is the coolest little capital of New Zealand with some of the most creative food scenes. The restaurants thrive on foods pulled from the fishing docks daily.
Furthermore, there are vineyards from two of the neighbouring areas. With so much in the city, picking a restaurant that offers the finest cuisine can sometimes be difficult. This article provides information on the top 10 restaurants in the city.
1-Logan Brown
Logan Brown is one of the most known restaurants in Wellington for its fine foods. It is set on a historic banking chamber of the iconic Cuba Street. Furthermore, the menu keeps changing to keep its customers on their toes. Also, the eatery has a notion of using local and sustainable ingredients to prepare most of its foods. Find yourself time and book on a Saturday for seven or five-course meals.
Location: Cuba Street
Opening Hours: Wed-Sun 5 AM – 9 PM
Phone Number: +64 4-801 5114
Website: loganbrown.co.nz
2-Whitebait
Seafood is one of the main foods at Whitebait. Since the ingredients are delivered daily, only fresh cooked food is available. The foods are prepared by cooking them in a Josper charcoal-fired oven to provide a mouthwatering meal. What’s more? Whitebait has a view of the waterfront which you can enjoy while filling up. The desserts and lamb dishes are also worth it if you are not a fan of seafood.
Location: Clyde Quay Wharf
Opening Hours: Tue-Sat 11:30 AM — 5:30 PM
Phone Number: +64 4-385 8555
Website: https://www.charleynoble.co.nz
3-Shepherd
Other restaurants in this list are well in the open but not for Shepherd. It is hidden down Hannah’s Laneway and is the city’s secret. The focus of this eatery is the Kiwi Cuisine made from local ingredients. The outcomes are New Zealand’s best-styled dishes for its visitors. Examples include the Tamarillo, Rhubarb, walnuts, smoked fish and so much more.
Location: Eva Street
Opening Hours: Wed-Sun 5:30 PM till late
Phone Number: +64 4-385 7274
Website: https://www.shepherdrestaurant.co.nz
4-Hippopotamus Restaurant & Cocktail Bar
Situated in one of the most luxurious hotels of the city, Hippopotamus Restaurant & Cocktail Bar is one of the best dining places with a French flair. It offers both comfort foods and fine dining from its broad menu. The establishment is lavishly created making the area an attraction site by itself. Apart from foods, the bar has different types of cocktail drinks from the best mixologist in the city. More information on this restaurant is available on their website.
Location: QT Hotel, Cable Street
Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 6:30 AM — 10 AM
Phone Number: +64 4-802 8935
Website: qthotels.com
5-Shed 5
Shed 5 is another excellent seafood provider located on the oldest Wharf stores at the waterfront Lambton Harbour. Fish products are delivered by local fishmongers. They are employed by the restaurant to ensure the freshest seafood around town. Shed 5 markets their fish products in 3 different ways, the seafood risotto, a gourmet of fish and chips or the lamb and beef mains for those who don’t take seafood. There are also options for vegetarians in the establishment.
Location: Queens Wharf
Opening Hours: Tue-Sat 12 PM — 9:30 PM
Phone Number: +64 4-499 9069
Website: shed5.co.nz
6-Noble Rot Wine Bar
Are you a fan of wines? Noble Rot Wine Bar Restaurant pairs the best foods with wines. This award-winning establishment has some of the finest wines to choose from. The hotel sources its raw products from a nearby Wairarapa Region which has different types of vineyards. Noble Rot Wine Bar not only offers these foods but also educates its visitors and newbies on how the wines are created from raw materials.
Location: Swan Lane
Opening Hours: Tue-Sat 4 AM — 11 PM
Phone Number: +64 4-385 6671
Website: noblerot.co.nz
7-Ortega Fish Shack & Bar
As you might have imagined, seafood is quite a big deal in the coastal regions of Wellington city. Ortega Fish Shack & Bar provides different sets of menus and à la carte dining options. It won’t be a surprise if you try something new in this restaurant thanks to their creative dishes and innovative menus. Among the available meals include Vietnamese mint, potato skordalia, cavolo nero, steamed tuatuas among others.
Location: Majoribanks Street
Opening Hours: Mon-Sat 5 AM — 10 PM
Phone Number: +64 4-382 9559
Website: http://www.ortega.co.nz
8-Boulcott Street Bistro
Located inside the heritage Victorian cottage, Boulcott Street Bistro uses a gorgeous Cosy up setting. Furthermore, this restaurant has well-known chefs including the New Zealand Beef and Lamb ambassador and culinary judge as head chefs. Similar to other restaurants on the list, they offer a Kiwi menu along with French fusion cuisine. Furthermore, they offer a long list of local and international wines for customers to try. The restaurant is open for lunch and dinners.
Location: Boulcott Street
Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 5:30 AM — 10 PM
Phone Number: +64 4-499 4199
Website: boulcottstreetbistro.co.nz
9-Jano Bistro
Jano Bistro is an award-winning restaurant with the best instagrammable filled plates. Visitors are treated with a New Zealand taste but with a French twist. Moreover, it has a historical relaxing experience with a two-storey cottage that is easy to find. The restaurant features new wines along with meals like ‘The Jano Sampler’ along with a matching beverage.
Location: Willis Street
Opening Hours: 5:30 PM-11 PM Thur-Sat
Phone Number: +64 4-382 9892
Website: janobistro.co.nz
10-Chameleon Restaurant
Open for all meals including breakfast, lunch and dinner, Chameleon Restaurant is an eatery you can depend on. On top of that, it offers both local and international meals made from local fresh ingredients. The favourite meal among the customers is the Kiwi twist. However, there are other meals inspired by plants, farms and the sea around the area. The menu also has dairy-free and gluten-free foods as well as vegan options.
Location: Grey Street
Opening Hours:06:30 AM — 10:30 AM 12:00 PM — 3:00 PM 5:30 PM — 10:00 PM
Phone Number: +64 4-495 7841
Website: chameleonrestaurant.co.nz
This article list some of the best restaurants in Wellington. However, there are more restaurants with the best foods and cuisines apart from the ones listed. Furthermore, all Opening Hours for the listed restaurants are subject to change.
