we were recommended margot by a friend and were blown away! such fresh high quality food with amazing flavours. we ordered 6 dishes and dessert between 2 and it cost $150 and we were super full afterwards- incredible value for money. i’m also a vegan and almost everything on the menu was able to be made vegan with some amazing substitutes xx highly recommend and will definitely be back
Carolyn★★★★★
Just wanted to express what an absolute memorable meal that my partner and I enjoyed last night. The flavors and menu were delicious and demonstrated confidence in the ingredients. Staff was also very attentive and professional.
We loved everything we ordered and would order them again but a standout in particular was the raw trevally - please treat yourself to this!
We will definitely be spreading the word back in Los Angeles that Margot is a must visit in Wellington.
Thank you for allowing us to dine at your restaurant! Wish the team continued success!
Isabella Clague★★★★★
Went to Margot last night for the first time for their one-night-only burger night and was so pleasantly surprised. The interior felt instantly homely and welcoming, with beautiful art, hanging plants, and soft candlelight that made it feel really special.
We both got the cheeseburger and shared a portion of chips. I’ll admit, at $25 I was doubtful it would be worth it, but I was completely wrong. They’ve taken a simple cheeseburger and made it exceptional through perfect cooking and top-quality ingredients. The meat had a lovely charred flavour, the pickles and ketchup had a zingy vinegary tang, and the soft, slightly sweet milk bun tied everything together perfectly. It had just the right amount of cheese, salt, and texture.
The chips were honestly the best I’ve ever had. Perfectly crisp, golden, and I think lightly vinegared. The waiter mentioned they’re triple-cooked, which explains the crunch. I loved how they came in different sizes, including tiny crispy bits that made every bite interesting.
My boyfriend ordered the brownie for dessert, and wow — it tasted like molten chocolate with a crisp top layer. So fudgy, rich, and indulgent. Exactly what you want in a brownie.
The atmosphere was fantastic too. Relaxed, friendly, and full of happy chatter. The staff were lovely and even took a photo for us. Everyone seemed to be having a good time.
A fantastic first visit. We can’t wait to come back and try their regular seasonal menu. Highly recommend!
vanessa withy★★★★★
Margot has been our absolute favourite restaurant in Wellington for years now. The food is just always so delicious and never disappoints. The cocktail and wine menu is also always exciting and interesting. The spot itself is lovely and unassuming with attentive (but not overbearingly so) staff. These two vegetarians can't recommend it highly enough!
JuneBug★★★★★
An intimate dining experience with unpretentious, friendly and attentive service. These folk KNOW food. You can tell in their honed-to-perfection menu that these guys explore flavours and put everything into their craft. My partner and I have been twice and we have come away absolutely buzzing with enthusiasm for a newfound love of food, all thanks to the chef and those that work at Margot. We always find we are stepping outside our comfort zone in terms of ordering food from the menu; there’s always something that when reading, we aren’t sure about or don’t usually like, but when we try it anyway, it never fails to blow us away. Examples being the straciatella cheese dish which has pumpkin (I usually despite pumpkin) and it was my favourite thing I ate that evening. My partner normally barely tolerates beetroot but that too was a standout.
In short: it’s incredible here. It deserves more public attention and I hope they remain in business for as long as they wish to keep making glorious creations. But keep it understated and intimate - it’s so magical and romantic. Feels like some kind of jazz bar in Paris.
I did not mind one bit paying over $200 for 5 savoury dishes, 2 desserts and 3 drinks between two people because everything was perfect. Thank you.
Jomi Reception★★★★★
Margot is one of our favourite places to eat. Their food, people and atmosphere equals perfection ♥️ Thanks guys for taking such good care of us, fennel allergy and all, again! We ♥️ you
kozzie h★★★★★
Every plate was an exquisite combination of flavor and texture. Cocktails incredible too. Come here for an gastronomic experience.
Dan Freeman★★★★★
One of the most amazing little restaurants in the city, the team here are so friendly and talented. The cocktails are out of this world good, still getting my head around the flavours and the combinations.
A great food menu with a chef who knows what they are doing, great dishes featuring seasonal produce sand probably the best potato’s I have ever had.
It’s busy so book ahead. This is what hospo is all about in NZ. Can’t wait to come back. Xxxx
Lindsay Harn★★★★☆
I was excited to try Margot and it is a really fun new Newtown addition. The restaurant is very very small, and feels a bit claustrophobic. The staff are lovely and very friendly. The food flavor pairings were very different and definitely would challenge your preconceived notion of a common dish. Their flounder with tomato butter was amazing and I feel like I have been missing out on tomato butter my whole life.
This restaurant is a fun one to try out and their small share plates makes it fun to try out multiple dishes.
Steve Montgomery★★★★★
Have been meaning to go here for a while, finally, we got the chance, and we were not disappointed. The food is fantastic. The standout dishes for us were the Stracciatella and the chopped raw beef. The taste and textures combined made these really stand out. That's not to say the other dishes weren't great; they were all excellent. We did spend a bit on the dinner, but it was worth every dollar.
The staff were super friendly and welcoming, and their knowledge of the food and drinks put us at ease as a couple of the dishes we had never had. I love the cosy atmosphere, and it doesn't get too loud.
If you get a chance to come to Margot's, then do it. This place is to be noticed.
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Margot is located at Wilson Street, Newtown, Wellington 6021, New Zealand
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You can contact Margot at +64 27 293 6642
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