Italian restaurant in New Zealand

“We ordered the Polo E Funghi which is a creamy chicken and mushroom fettuccine pasta, A half in half hot & spicy and the lot pizza, and 2 desserts; the lava cake and the apple crumble. All there food was delicious and we will be coming again.”

“10/10 food - accomodating to my dietary needs with easy. Tasty and delicious 10/10 - service - recommended specials and did everything to make us enjoy ourselves and be comfortable 11/10 Atmosphere- can’t afford to go to Italy but no need now as I feel like I’ve been there now x”

“This restaurant tucked away in a corner with breathtaking sunsets, amazing food and atmosphere is a winner! If you have not yet discovered this gem, start looking!!”

“Lovely Italian restaurant by the Wellington Bay. I had a working lunch here with some colleagues and we did enjoy great food and drinks. I tried the risotto and I love it. We also tried pizza, calamari, the bread, and gelato. The service is fast and the staff is friendly. It has beautiful view for sure. Parking can be a bit challenging.”

“Delicious food. Very Nice Italian ambience. We ordered Antipasti Plank and the assorted cheese blends well with green olives and the saltiness of the capers. Mains are very delicious. We enjoyed our Porchetta and Lasagna. All good and we surely come back in the future. Thanks, Hanneke and the rest of the team.”

“Nice and tidy place for having dinner. Excellent service, very friendly staff. Pizza was cooked to perfection and arrived in less than 10 minutes after ordering. Keep up the good work!”

“Mothers day dinner was good, but the real winner was our lovely wait staff! She was attentive and lovely. So the service won this night. Being the first time going it was a win!”

“Considering the subway store is in a fairly remote location, I can't really complain much. There was just one person working in the morning (around 9:30)and it was really busy. She made an amazing sub and was doing her best. People complaining about no smile no greetings, don't understand how it feels to work in a busy fastfood store managing hundreds of things at the same time.”

The kitchen at Joe's Garage Wigram takes a burger‑led path and lets the food speak. Music and pace keep a casual tone. Front‑of‑house runs with calm, helpful energy. Orders move at a steady pace. Buns...

“Excellent service, greeted and shown our seats as soon as we arrived. The staff were always on hand checking on us, never had to wait long to ask for another drink or anything else off the menu. The food was delicious. Large meals. Wanted to try the dessert but didn't have enough room in our bellies from the delicious food. Love the garlic loaf and the mocktails were yummy.”

“Best good quality pizza in ponsonby, at $6 a slice it's not too cheap but it's also not too expensive after you try it. The house special is the asparagus and brie slice, it redefines pizza. Seriously.”

“We had dinner here for 2 nights and Bishall and Karla who is only a Trainee was very helpful to me and my husband. They made sure that we are comfortable where we are seated and always spot on with the food in all aspects. They made us feel very special. Thank you guys. You rock!”

“Good lord this place is impressive. Proper good coffee, and a deliciously concise menu, that changes seasonally. 15/10 ez.”

“Great pizza and pasta combined with very friedly service. Italian food at its very best. Now even pizza tuna available.”

“Had a small family dinner for the five of us. We love pasta as a family and I cook pretty decent pastas myself with homemade sauce. This was out of this world. Particular loved the October special and the three meat ragu.”

“I am a pizza reviewer from Vancouver, BC. Good dough, nice salt level. Crust is crusty, dough has been fermented and rested. Shape is held when folded. Sauce is very good. 5/5 Margherita pizza. Pasta alle vongole was also very good! Perfect spice level. 5/5. I would visit again :)”

“Most delicious pizza’s we ever had.love the ambience, love the taste.”

“We love this place! Best pizza & four meat sandwich (hot) & doughnuts & sourdough :) sooo fresh and delicious! Best place we’ve eaten at in christchurch. Also helpful and friendly staff and good coffee! 5/5”

At Bomba: Pizza, Gelato and Café, the menu stays pizza‑first with tidy execution. Music and pace keep a casual tone. Front‑of‑house runs with calm, helpful energy. Meals reach the pass promptly. Serve...

The kitchen at The Hokitika Sandwich Company - Christchurch takes a classic fish‑and‑chips path and lets the food speak. Eggs land on point and toast keeps its crunch. Portions are generous yet well judged. Fillets arrive fresh and the fry stays clean.

The kitchen at ILONA pasta takes a simple, bistro-style path and lets the food speak. Cakes and scoops finish things neatly. Portions are generous yet well judged. Team members keep things friendly and on task.

Bambina Pizzeria keeps things pizza-first and focused on flavour. Music and pace keep a casual tone. Front‑of‑house runs with calm, helpful energy. Plates offer plenty without tipping heavy. A sensibl...

“This is the second time we've had Pizza Pesto cater for a birthday. Each time the service is above and beyond - Angela was incredibly helpful even on short notice to deliver for our event. The pizzas arrived hot and our guests all asked where we got them from! The butter chicken one was a real crowd pleaser in particular. One guest even said it was the best catered birthday party he'd been too! Thanks for going above and beyond in every respect!”

“Really delicious food and great quantity sizes. Will definitely try make this a regular place to eat!”

“If you’re looking for a spot that feels like a warm hug from a nonna who really knows her way around a kitchen, look no further than Lil Ragu, the Italian food truck/restaurant that has stolen my carb-loving heart. First, let’s talk about the food. Every dish here tastes like it was hand-delivered by the gods of Italian cuisine. The mezzaluna - meat stuffed raviolis absolutely blew me away delicate, perfectly cooked, and filled with flavors so rich they should come with a trust fund. The ragu pappardelle? A masterpiece of thick, tender pasta swimming in a rich, savory sauce that could make even the coldest heart melt. Yes, it’s a bit pricey, but once you taste it, you’ll understand. These aren’t just meals, they’re edible vacations to the Amalfi coast. The drinks? Worth every cent. What really makes this place shine, though, is the people. The owner, a culinary genius with the friendliest vibe, always has a big smile. The staff? Lovely, attentive, and quick to recommend the perfect dish to suit your mood. This has officially become my go-to spot for a special treat or whenever I need to remind myself that life is better with good pasta and great people. Do yourself a favor and make this your next stop. Your stomach—and your soul—will thank you.”

“Seriously the best pizza in Auckland! The staff are always so friendly and the atmosphere lovely. We love their gorgeous pizzas so much we had to share them with our friends and family at our wedding! Wayne was a dream to work with to cater our celebration and so many great comments from guests.”