Best restaurant in Wellington

“Directly opposite Parliament, funny caricature statues, yummy food and nice staff.”

“We've been here a few times and each time the staff are fantastic, the food is delicious with great size meals and a lovely atmosphere aswell. Highly recommend a meal and a drink (or a few!). Awesome having such a cool pub here! Will be back!”

“The best place to be for any occasion. Great staff, great drinks and food deals, and the Guinness is always poured really well!”

“We regularly come here with the kids, extended family and friends! We love the outdoor but undercover section. It’s warm even on a cold day! We so appreciate the kids area and try to book a table near it! The staff are always friendly, quick and efficient! We have several food allergies with the kiddos and it’s never been a problem here! Kids love it! The only negative is that there is not a dairy free option for kids dessert eg only soft serve. Would be fabulous to have another option even ice blocks.”

“Anzac Day in windy Wellington. Went to Mojo Cafe. No 15% surcharge. If you like a strong hot coffee this is your go to place. The Pork and Lamb sausage roll hit the spot. Highly recommend this establishment.”

“Everything from check in to check out was on point. Great friendly and helpful staff at the front desk. Helped us with our parking solution promptly and without any hassles. Great food and drinks from the bar, and the staff there were amazing as well. The cleaners kept the room immaculate during our stay. Would definitely stay there again without hesitation.”

“Perfect for an overnight transit stay. The price was reasonable for the room and shared bathroom. Loved the artwork outside, can't miss the building. The owner/manager was extremely helpful.”

“Perfecto. Staff were awesome. Some noise inside by inconsiderate guests arriving late at night but no noise from outside at all. Location perfect, we flew at 6am. Have stayed probably 4 or 5 x now and have already rebooked for my next trip.”

“I just got back from a stay at the James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor, and wow, what a great experience! My room on the 26th level offered amazing views of the city the perfect backdrop for a relaxing getaway. When I checked in, In my room I was welcomed with a complimentary glass bottle and some delicious chocolates, which was such a nice surprise! The room itself was super spacious and spotlessly clean. The bed? Absolutely comfy! I had some of the best sleep I've had in a while, thanks to the cozy bedding. Let’s talk breakfast! The buffet was fantastic. There was so much to choose from, but I have to give a shoutout to the chef for frying my eggs just right and whipping up an omelette that was simply delicious. It really set the tone for a great day. The staff here were friendly and helpful, always there when I needed something. Plus, the hotel is in a prime location, making it easy to explore the area. Overall, my stay at the James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor was fantastic. I’d highly recommend it to anyone looking for a comfy and enjoyable place to stay in the city.”

“Despite our last minute booking at 9pm, it was nice to get the instructions for parking and simple directions to use the shower facilities. We got off the ferry with our motor home at 1am in the morning. And the parking was easy. Lots of spaces for motorhomes in the powered site. Nice clean shower. Everything was neat and well managed. Love it. The lady at the reception I met in the morning was friendly, helpful and nice. Thank you for all the help”

“Amazing people, made organising my daughter's 21st birthday so easy. Went out of there way to make it personal and special!”

“We very much enjoyed our dining experience at Lone Star Petone. The food was excellent and the servers very friendly.”

“Never had a problem with this fish and chip shop - the chips, potato fritters and crumbed fish taste delicious and crisp, and the portions are enough to feed my family week after week! Great consistency.”

“Friendly and welcoming staff who provided excellent customer service. Really nice atmosphere in the restaurant as well. I ordered the smashed chicken and it was yummy and well seasoned. Would definitely come back!”

“Went in on a cold Wednesday for some lunch and had the loaded hash bites. SOOOO good. Me and my boyfriend were raving about it on the walk home. 15.90 I think is very affordable for wagu brisket on hash bites. The meat was tender and the sauces were delicious. Very good customer service too. Very friendly and kind. Definitely would eat here again!”

“This place had changed as it's not opened right through now its cut into sections. 1 for entertainment area, 2 Gaming area with a bar. Like the pool tables and the staff were great. The meals were sensational. We Thanked the Staff and the Chef for great service.”

“Always the best food! Especially at all hours of the night. Lovely owners and workers :))”

“In reality 4 stars but I will give 5 as it's clear they really try and improve. Great ambience, friendly staff and lunch special on a public holiday was the best value meal we've had all weekend in the overpriced Wellington CBD. Curry was good but flavour seemed slightly watered down, can't tell why exactly. Also, asking about spiciness would be nice. Else portion size generous and overall experience good.”

“Good Sub. Staff was very quick and attentive.”

“Great lunch spot for Bao buns, noodles, poke bowl as well as coffee and sweet bites. It’s an Open kitchen where you can see them making your food made to order. Very friendly staff members. Great music and atmosphere as well. Coffee is nice to finish off your meal.”

“REALLY nice place, two levels with lots of nooks and crannies to hide in and great light,. plus carpet so it's warm and quiet! Their counter food is literally to die for, as is their menu. Today was the first time I tried a counter burrito and it looked and tasted like a Michelin star chef prepared it, it was superb. Add the liquor licence and delightful and efficient staff and you'll struggle to find a nicer, quieter, classier or more down to earth lunch spot. It'll please anyone you know - including that one precious friend who will never admit they like it more than the place THEY recommended. Honestly, it's better than their place :)”

“Sweet and sour pork was fantastic! Pork was soft and tender every bite. Cashew chicken was cooked perfectly as well. Good amount of cashews. Would come again”

“Columbus coffee is a great spot when no it's raining. With an adjacent playground for the kids, you can grab a nice coffee while they play. A bowl of chips for them to snack on makes the experience even better. Then have a wander through Mitre 10 for your gardening and diy needs.”

“I’ve had many subway sandwiches in my time. I’ve had bad experiences, average ones, and a handful of good ones. I’m happy to concede that my time spent at Miramar Subway was one of the best I’ve ever had the god given pleasure of experiencing. George and Chanel (Chanelle? Shanelle? Please excuse me if my spelling is wrong) treated me to the finest 12 inches I’ve ever consumed. The sandwich itself was close to perfection, but the service is what really topped it off. Warm smiles were shown, a few jokes were cracked, and I left feeling like I’d made two new friends. I’m sure the two will go on to have prosperous Subway careers”

“First time being here, reminds us of old school Fish n Chips. Really big fish, spring roll we think was handmade, everything we had was delicious. Next time we back in Welly, we will visit!”

“This has to be the best sweet and sour pork I've had in Wellington very tasty and gives you such a big portion and only $17 And perfectly cooked fish and chips highly recommend”

“Had brunch there for the first time and loved it. For those who aren’t aware, it used to be called Mayfair theatre in the 1900s and you’ll be able to catch some of its history in the cafe. We had the Breakfast Special and it was perfect and a bonus to it was a well brewed coffee. Service was excellent and we exchanged a few chats along the way. The fireplace kept the cafe warm and toasty but not too heated. Lots of street parking available which adds to the convenience. This place also does discounts on the Entertainment Book or First Table bookings.”

“Love their quick and friendly service.”

“Best Fish & Chip shop ever! Chips are A+, Fish is beautifully fresh and their Deep Frying Skills are A++. Tip top quality, great price, delicious food. Highly recommended!”

“Food always amazing I go there every week my family favorite are mars bars pineapple ring and chips”