Where to eat in Wellington: Somewhere Special
Extravagant degustation menus, sumptuous street food, family-friendly feasts, delicious date spots and budget BYO venues, Wellington has them all.
Artisan at Bolton Hotel
LEVEL ONE, BOLTON HOTEL, 12 BOLTON STREET, WELLINGTON | +64 4 462 3770
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Chef MacLean Fraser elevates seasonal and sustainably sourced local produce, all served in the sophisticated comfort of Artisan, nestled within Bolton Hotel on level one.
Boulcott Street Bistro
99 BOULCOTT STREET, WELLINGTON | +64 4 4994199
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A stalwart of Wellington dining and housed in a Victorian cottage; the bistro offers an extensive wine list and a well-received Sunday lunch service.
Charley Noble
GROUND HUDDART PARKER BUILDING, 1 POST OFFICE SQUARE, WELLINGTON | +64 5 0824 2753
$$$
A go-to for a steak dinner, Charley Noble also showcases a great selection of craft beer and natural wines.
HIAKAI
40 WALLACE STREET, MOUNT COOK, WELLINGTON | +64 4 938 7360
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Specialising in Maori cuisine, this acclaimed restaurant offers an inspired tasting menu and boasts a nod from the Lonely Planet guide.
Highwater Eatery
54 CUBA STREET, TE ARO, WELLINGTON | +64 4 210 4420
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This trendy diner at the bottom of Cuba Street treads the line between casual and elevated dining with vibrant, seasonal sharing plates.
Logan Brown
192 CUBA STREET, TE ARO WELLINGTON | +64 4 886 1985
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A Wellington institution since 1996, situated in the vibrant Cuba Street, Logan Brown offers unpretentious fine dining.
Ortega Fish Shack
16 MARJORIBANKS STREET, MOUNT VICTORIA, WELLINGTON | +64 4 382 9559
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This hugely favoured seafood restaurant has an excellent steak frites option too.
Shed 5
SHED 5, QUEEN'S WHARF, WELLINGTON | +64 4 499 9069
$$$
With an enviable view of the harbour and in house fishmonger, Shed 5 is Wellington's go-to seafood restaurant.