Family dining in Wellington

“It was my first time to dined in this small restaurant. I noticed the young lady in the counter area is so nice, she smile and asked me my order.i like her service very much. I order lasagne even though is a little bit expensive but it's fine with me.what is important with me is the great service. She brought my order to my table and asked me if I needed more.im sorry my English is not good.im only a bus driver at metlink assigned at Rail Replacement.”

“Their food was really delicious and the price of food is cheap considering the amount of food. Came out quite soon and tasted like they used really fresh vegetables. It is located in a beautiful place, too. Could see the sunset in the restaurant.”

“The best Thai restaurant in the Wellington region...we've been coming here for nearly 5 years now and it never disappoints. Every dish is a real treat! Super friendly and attentive staff.”

“A surprise find in Jackson st Petone. A really nice well laid out restaurant, friendly helpful staff and a great range of Thai food available. The servings were a generous size and very tasty. My wife is a Thai chef and she was impressed. The priceing is resonable with our two main meals and a drink costing $45. Happy to recommend Smile Elephant and will be visiting again when we head to Welly. We went back and I got the spare ribs and chips, my wife curried chicken noodle bowl. ❣️”

“We’ve dined in & have done take aways from this place on different occasions and both experiences were wonderful. Staff are always pleasant and welcoming! Food tastes amazing too! They accepted our special request for Nasi Lemak for a dinner order even though it’s a lunch menu item. Would definitely return again and highly recommended!”

“Alright fish and chips, combination fried rice was 5 stars, very friendly lady. Would recommend.”

“Delicious Thai food! Very good portion sizes for the price! Did not disappoint. Will be coming again.”

“My friend wanted to try Concord out and having perused the menu online (who doesn’t) I was in like Flynn. We shared the pate entree that was delish. The only negative was the chargrilled toast tasted burnt. But the pate was sublime. My friend had the steak sandwich “rocking” was her review. I had the fish. This was outstanding. Cooked to perfection, a flavourful delicate butter sauce and fresh, Al dente asparagus. The best. The ambience was awesome and the service was great. Didn’t get the server’s name but she was a delight. Highly recommend.”

“The food was delicious and perfectly spiced. We had a variety of dishes from the good old butter chicken (sweet but not too creamy) spicy fish curry and a vegetarian dish. We’ll definitely return again.”

“Ok so I'm a Indian cuisine nut, I've been to so many restaurants I've lost count, but.... After dining here for my birthday last week I'm completely in love with this place. A table of 6 and everyone was so happy and amazed at there food it was crazy... It was beautiful... The service was awesome and it was all at the table in moments. Honestly cannot say enough about how amazing the food is and how well we were looked after. BEST INDIAN RESTAURANT IN NZ HANDS DOWN..”

“Great tasting coffee and good food at a reasonable price, drop in for a quick breakfast and really enjoyed it. Nice clean well laid out place.”

“The flat white was the best I have had in Wellington. The service was outstanding. We had a takeaway order and they were so helpful. Thank you. Rob and Maddy”

“Amazing food. Portions and flavour are great, and only takes 5-10 mins for the food to come out. Couldn’t rate it any higher!!”

“The food is exceptional. And the people are lovely.”

“Good price, good sushi, great service. Now becomes my go to place for lunch”

“Abe and his team at Hedge were fantastic to deal with, professional and reliable. Abe was interested in our overall project and added fresh ideas to suit both our aesthetic and our practical requirements for a new shop counter. His quoting system and accompanying drawings were easy to follow and professionally presented. The workmanship and attention to detail on our counter was of a high standard and we are very happy with the product. Hence, we're looking forward to some other custom pieces now in the production line :)”

“Mushroom quesadilla on a Sunday afternoon - glorious. We ordered then waited on the balcony of Goldings bar with a drink. Whilst it took a bit longer than expected it was well worth the wait! Highly recommend if you're after a Mexi-fix.”

“Awesome little sushi place, good food and value”

“Had a pork belly and wonton noodle soup. Great dish. Absolute treat on a cold day. And well priced.”

“OMG that Sapasui and Creamy Surumi was so tasty. Will be back for sure!!”

“Just had dinner here and it was an amazing experience! The blonde hostess/waitress that served me was very bubbly friendly and patient!! The food was also brilliant, plated beautifully and came out quickly, I'll definitely be coming back here soon as it was one of the best eating experiences I've had!”

“Very good customer service. I rang to find out about yoga classes, the guy who answered my phone was extreme helpful , courtiers and provided all information I needed. Pls pass my compliments to him for a job well done. Cheers John Khan”

“Absolutely flawless, perfect 5 stars! Despite arriving quite late, around 8 pm, I was greeted warmly by the staff, all with genuine smiles. The restaurant's atmosphere was cozy and spotlessly clean, with plenty of seating available. The menu was impressively extensive, and the staff graciously guided me through the options with clear explanations. Opting for (Hainanese) chicken rice, I was pleasantly surprised when it arrived promptly in just 5 minutes. The presentation was stunning, and the taste surpassed all expectations. The chicken was juicy and bursting with flavour, complemented perfectly by the fresh and crispy fried onions, freshest sliced cucumber and the subtly tangy soy-based sauce. The homemade chili sauce was also very authentic and a delightful touch. The accompanying chicken soup was also delicious and showcased the freshness and quality of the ingredients. At $22, the meal was not only delicious but also amazingly good value. Both the attentive waitstaff and the friendly chef made me feel incredibly welcome, leaving me eager to return. With so many enticing dishes left to try, I'm already looking forward to my next visit.”

“We had a really beautiful lunch at the Japanese restaurant upstairs here. The food was beautifully presented and the flavours were exquisite - and super fresh! The menu has a good range and the staff were very friendly. The set meals are quite generous. Go hungry or share, which is what we did. 5 stars.”

“I have travelled the world. I have been to Europe and I have tasted my uncles home cooked pizza. I have been to Milan and I have been to France. I will say only one thing. The creamy pineapple pizza stands undefeated and very much unchallenged. Who else could try? Miss u crème fraiche”

“Absolutely love this place! Hands down the most authentic Japanese feed you’ll find in Wellington. I’m down in Welly every couple of months and Miyabi’s always a must-do for me, never disappoints. The food’s top-notch, and the service is just as good. Olivia’s been awesome every time — absolute legend. Cheers team, keep it up!”

“I recently tried a prawn curry, and I have to say it was absolutely delicious. The flavors were so well-balanced, with a perfect blend of spices and creamy coconut milk. The prawns were cooked to perfection, tender and juicy in every bite. It's easily one of the best prawn curries I've ever had, and I highly recommend it!”

“Great Pad Thai and Chicken Na Kai. Really good flavour in the Pad Thai. Excellent service when answering the phone and picking up the food”

“Love their food! Hidden gem in Linden.”

“We had an amazing time. The food tasted outstanding and came out very quick. We also appreciated that they had a fully vegan menu. The staff were also very knowledgeable and made the effort to explain the origins of the dishes we were eating and share how they were cooked. We also found the staff really professional in the face of some rude demanding customers, who were expecting long conversations after they had ordered when there were other guests who needed to be served. The customers were absolutely awful, but the staff handled everything politely and professionally while ensuring everyone was still served in good time. Would highly reccomend!”