4 restaurant menus in Lower Hutt, (the ranking and the list of restaurants are based on the number of recommendations received from users in the last month, currently updated to December 2024)
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"I had the delicious beetroot stack which was a risotto ball with all sorts of delicious cheeses inside and out! Good value and very filling.My..."
Octagon Pie
"The chicken filo parcel is amaaaazing! So delicious. Cheesy rolls were a bit overpriced but taste good, wish you could buy separately instead of in a..."
Cheeseburger
"Easily our favourite cafe in all of Wellington. Coffee is always great and we have never had a bad bite of food. Highly recommend the grilled..."
Sam Telfer
"Love sweet vanilla. Their coffee is consistently great and their food too. True it is small but that's what makes it so cosy. They have a great..."
Nicole Jordan Nevin
"Great cafe - the coffee is well made and the food is delicious. The cabinet is always full of yummy treats and the service is lovely. The only down..."
Steph Seagar
"This is our local and we have never had a bad meal or cake. The caramal and rhubarb cake is a must try. It does get really busy so book if you want a..."
Rebecca Clancy
"This is a regular Friday lunch destination for my mother and I as it’s a cute and quaint cafe for Lower Hutt. I always get the Halloumi Stack and..."
Hannah.milne11
"So lovely! Went in this morning for breakfast with a friend, I got the Banana bread and they were very kind and accommodated when I said I just..."
Em
"Lunch here today. The food was really good. Fantastic cafe meals in relation to taste, portion size, gluten free options and value. The coffee was..."
Mary T-soon
"Very cramped but food is great. Typical NZ cafe fare so nothing too inventive but very well done, and cakes/coffee etc are also very good. Seems to..."
Tessa J. Houghton
"I find it hard to write a review on this place, the reason being that I am somewhat ambivalent about it. The location is weird being off the main..."
PeterMS
"Lower Hutt' best kept brunch cafe. Small corner cafe not far from the city centre. Offers healthy twists on kiwi classics. Super fresh ingredients,..."
Epicurious Nomad
"Huge portions, the staff were great friendly staff, who wouldn't love it. I will definitely be returning especially for the breakfastThanks so much ..."
Ashleigh Jones
"Not a café that is easily comeacrossable, but it is worth a slight detour. An old, rather cute, solitary corner shop in a residential area south of..."
Duncan Galletly
"Enjoyed a lovely breakfast, very beautifully presented. Quantities suitable. Taste lovely. The one drawback was fridge-cold salmon in the Eggs..."
Stephen Harrison
"When looking for a place to live, distance to the nearest coffee/ brunch place is a key factor for me. Imagine my delight then, while exploring the..."
Jenjaroo
"Great wee place for coffee and a sweet treat. Cabinet selection is gorgeous but there is more to choose from on a Saturday. Very friendly service..."
Siobhan
"A small cosy cottage. After reading the reviews, I decided to have a try. Lunch time is really busy, not easy to find a parking in the street. Quite..."
Megan Xuan
"Great location. Great food, Good service. Tricky if you're a big group - sad for others if you are - can be a bit noisy - but the food more than..."
AGB
"Delicious food, friendly service and a homely atmosphere. Had breakfast here on a Saturday morning at 9:15am, not too busy and plenty of tables..."
Anna Perelini
"I really respect a cafe that bakes their own cakes and slices. Vanilla's prices are very good and the portion sizes are more than enough. I would..."
Carol Grounsell
"We went here today and it was busy (sunday lunch) but managed to get a table. The staff are very friendly and attenative, there where some very good..."
Aklesha Morrison
"We love Sweet Vanilla. The staff, the food, the coffee. Great variety, nicely thought out and well presented. A choice of several rooms to suit your..."
Ben Adams
"I had my baby shower here last weekend. There were 22 of us in total and the staff had put one room completely aside for us. We all came up and..."
Sandra
"Excellent coffee (they do Coffee Supreme!) and yummy Portobello meal and French Toast. Friendly staff with nice outdoor area for seating. Definitely..."
Vivian
"After hearing great things about Sweet Vanilla Kitchen, I was keen to try it for myself and was not disappointed. Set in an old house, there is a..."
Caffeinated Weka
"We go every Sunday to this restaurant.... Staff and owner are fabulous, always ask where our 3 yr grandchild is if we don't take her. Food Devine and..."
Jennie Turner
"Wow!!! Amazing food and fantastic service. The food in the cabinet always looks fresh and the girls always have a smile on their face even when..."
Zoe S
"I've taken the special lady in my life for breakfast and it has been the best breakfast we've had in NZ to date. After being here for 3 years i think..."
Oliver-Rees Campbell
"Had lunch at this cafe on Saturday. The food was some of the best I've had at a cafe. The coffee was nice and hot, not luke warm like a lot of cafes..."
Sandra McIvor
"The place looks great and the food is even better!Will be going back! Had some caramel slice and my friend had the passionfruit cheesecake. We..."
Paulette Scott
"I disagree with the previous review. I have been going to Sweet Vanilla Kitchen since they opened 4 weeks ago, as it is so good having something in..."
Trish Delbridge
"My Parents and my children and I went there this week to check it out seen it had changed management.The service was so friendly and the coffee..."
Rachelle Noble
"We had the garlic mushrooms for breakfast. They were already busy at 7.30 am. Still prompt serving our breakfast. Coffee was even quicker.
Very tasty..."
Clara Wallace
"It was busy but service spirit was still great and patient! We had salmon bagel stack, pancakes, cheesecake and coffees. They have a nice keto and gf..."
Jan Yeo
"SVK ... you are my favorite secret! I knew when I saw your loaded cabinet and heard the buzzing of happy people that I had struck gold! The only..."
Moana Ormsby
"Reserved brunch for two as it's necessary when busy. Preorder meals, that way your not queued up in service. Ok, meal was absolutely delicious...."
Brendon Gee
"Went to SVK for brunch today, catching up with friends & their 6month old. The staff had a high chair ready & were accommodating with heating his..."
Nicki Waa
"Usually long waiting time. Nice place with good food. Definitely good portion sizes! Only item I wouldn't recommend so far are the blue Berry..."
N Reynolds
"Always a pleasure to visit. I've never had a sub standard meal here and the service is always great. Love that the menu changes with the seasons and..."
Jocelyn Brewer
"This place never fails to deliver great food with excellent..."
Shannon Patangata
"Lovely lunch here. Was very busy, but found a spot in the little courtyard outside. Staff were great and food was nice. My eggs bene were perfectly..."
Key Man
"What an amazing little place! The selection of food is impressive. Meals are great. Lunch time is busy so plan..."
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"Can never get enough of this place when I'm in wellys, great food, great service, and that Snickers slice is..."
Lee Martin
"Every time I pop into Beanie the staff always are so friendly! Plus the food and coffee are top notch! It's a must, if your in the petone..."
Morgan Jane Samuels
"One of my absolute fav Cafes! Service is awesome, coffee is always on point, food is delicious (especially the cheese scones) and the atmosphere ..."
Georgia May McNeill
"Went there for brunch on Thursday, the food was soooooo lush. The staff were grand, my kinda place....will be back very..."
Tarn Mahna Mahna
"So amazing and delicious! Super friendly staff and would recommend to anyone �..."
Ella Anderson
"this was such an amazing little cafe with great food and service; the people working there were..."
Maddie Christie
"5 gains toast scrambled eggs 10/10👌 coffee was on point..."
Matthew Mcgregor
"Loved the whole atmosphere of this place,, the food was scrumptious and service was fantastic... Definitely going back there when I am next in..."
Raewyne Whitcombe Walker
"We love the cafe, the food and the friendly staff.Always a good breakfast and they open early on..."
Melpaul Conyers
"Great kai with awesome portions and service with friendly people. Absolutely will be going back there..."
Lisa Kareko
"Hippest cafe on the planet! � Mother-daughter team are on point..."
Amy Collins
"Yummy food, awesome service & right in the centre of Jackson Street. If you're in the neighbourhood for a coffee or some food - check out..."
Brady Dyer
"awesome service and food,will definitely go again,nice and..."
Kamla Masalawalla
"Come all the way from Hataitai to eat here. One of my..."
Charlotte Richmond
"Omg probably the best hot chocolate ive ever tried in my life!cabinet food amazing to and the staff so friendly and chattyLove the artwork..."
Mini
"This cafe is just amazing, staff are so amazing and friendly, the food and coffee is amazing, even the cabinet food is it to die for, love bringing..."
Jason Leef
"Amazing staff that makes me feel at home serving scrumptious food that allows for pets. When you bring your dog the first thing staff do is bring..."
Logan
"The specialty stuffed French toast was outstanding! So much fresh fruit and the cream cheese filling was inspired. Can’t wait to order it again...."
Smalljude
"Absolutely fantastic! We were in Petone for three nights and went here for breakfast three days in a row!! Food, coffee and service all outstanding...."
Annemarie M
"Absolutely LOVE!!! everything about this gem and then some. Scrumptious food - both off menu and in cabinet is always served looking devine by..."
Rott Star
"Was super impressed by the vegetarian options we tried (we are in no way vegetarian lol) . Was so filling , portion size was large , and tasty . Food..."
Tasha
"Stopped in one day and was quietly surprised at this wee gem. Delicious food, friendly service and a relaxed, though busy atmosphere. Look forward to..."
Laurie Kapelle
"Fantastic place, great friendly staff. They have a caramel slice to die for and every time I’ve had eggs Benedict it’s cooked to perfection...."
Isabelle Rose May Kircher
"Best pasta i have had in..."
Elite19901223
"I've been to Beannie Cafe a few times and every time my coffee is prefect. Also the staff are friendly and the food is delicious. Good vibes..."
Becca
"Some of the best food I have ever tasted at this cafe. The coffee is above average. The chocolate cake is awesome. I have been here a couple of times..."
Ian De Terte
"Love the food, location, staff and the coffee is just grand. Found it to be busy all the times for it's a little small. But if I can squeeze in I'll..."
Kerryn Yeats
"Great coffee and friendly staff. Consistently good coffee. My only complaint is how long it can take for the coffee orders to come out,..."
Johann Go
"Well I am new to wellington n were lost so fortunately somehow we reached market area of lower hutt (petone) n there we found this gem.I ordered..."
Priyanka Silswal
"The best and most generous serving of French toast in Wellington! Loaded with fruit. The cafe has a courtyard out back which is perfect for weekend..."
Angela Liu
"Excellent food and very nice staff. They should consider going smoke-free though. Sitting in the cafe proper with wafts of smoke coming from the..."
Steve Plowman
"Beannie epitomises everything I love about Wellington brunch spots. Super friendly, casual and unique. Great service with a smile, awesome coffee and..."
Rhi Godwin
"The coffee was fine, nothing wrong with it at all. However, the wait to receive it was unacceptable, given there were only two other diners in the..."
Rhiannon At Large
"I am a loyal beannie fan, i will always make the effort to travel to Petone just for brunch. Coffee is fantastic, food is top notch. Awesome kids..."
Candice Russell
"Loved the food !We ordered the iced coffee (amazing), the chicken and bacon burger (huge, got a little messy but sooo good!), the chicken panini..."
Jayita
"Food was entirely satisfactory and enjoyable, service was quick and friendly, and the atmosphere was pleasant. I will go there again. Great..."
Stephen Harrison
"Amazing food. What a surprise to see the most beautiful baguettes filled with simple filings. It was like being back in France on holiday all over!..."
Richard
"I eat at Beannie most Sundays before work, but last week was the first time I had time to enjoy something off their menu. I had the salmon eggs..."
Adaire Ward
"Big beannie is the go huge plate of amazing breaky great way to start the day. Friendly staff great coffee and awesome iced coffee too! Recommended..."
Sam Smits
"Have been loyal Beannie fans for the last few years and still love it! The staff are onto it, Josh makes superb coffees, and I'm yet to try anything..."
Siobhan
"Good food, and good service. I enjoy going..."
Chris
"Food was nice, hot and delicious.Service at till was awesome, super friendly and patient.Barista is a legend, nice coffee.Food was of..."
Olivia Jane
"Wonderful feel and atmosphere! Big beanie breakfast was to die for and very filling. If you are like me a big eater then this ones for you.Food..."
Luisa Tuisamoa
"I agree that this cafe rocks! The staff is the friendliest I have encountered in Wellington: ) Me and my son drove from the city to visit a house in..."
Janelle
"Judged on coffee alone, Beannie consistently delivers in the morning. Enthusiastic and energetic staff certainly help get you going..."
James Lamb
"This cafe rocks! The staff are fantastic, the food is divine and the coffee lovely. I have eaten at this Cafe a good few times now, sometimes for..."
Debbie Tauvae
"This place is excellent, my wife and i met 2 friends for a late breakfast, 2 eggs benny with salmon, blt, surf and turf less the prawns added..."
Erica Tappin
"A wee gem I believe - see my full blog..."
Heather Clinton
"I saw the Beannie Cafe advertised in a Wellington Business Magazine so my Friend and I decided to try it. I have now dined at the Cafe 3 times. Each..."
Angela R
"I'm part of a yoga group who has started using this cafe because it is close to where we do yoga and we heard it was good and affordable. But it..."
Sally Ann Smith
"What a great new cafe in Jackson St! Owned & run by the same lady who had Palace Cafe a while back (which has gone way down since the change of..."
Jan
"The perfect place for a coffee or lunch, the food was great cafe food all made to a high standard with good ingredients. The staff were all super..."
Angela Brown
"Good food which came out quickly. Very friendly and accommodating staff. Huge helpings and good cabinet food. Great prices as..."
Daniel Stone
"Visited today for quick afternoon pit stop. Had the Salmon & Cream cheese hash, friend had the vege option, both lovely and came with small side of..."
Debcee
"Busy, quirky hidden gem on Jackson St. This was my first visit and I'd definitely go back there again. The counter food options looked amazing, but..."
Haydi Foster
"This place is such a surprise. Located in the heart of Petone, Cafe Beannie got the best breakfast deals on the block. Every dish is prepared heart..."
Karen Fereira
"Coffee was fantastic. Big Beanie breakfast was fabulous, was a queue when we walked in but fast service with a smile made is it vanish. Food was fast..."
Ian Mattler
"I was treated to a wonderful meal, made & served by friendly staff. We ordered a Big Beannie, Breakfast Burrito & Mexican Brekky with 2 Mochas & Iced..."
Brendon Gee
"Nice experience here, good food, although the pie I had (which had really nice ingredients) was most probably microwaved so I would avoid that on a..."
Kane Lynn
"Food in a flash.
Simple scrambled eggs and bacon for breakfast.
Food came quickly as did the coffee and you can't beat the price.
Great Havana..."
kampjes
"All day breakfast was great value for money, well presented, and hot (without burning my mouth). Highly recommend this café. Coffee was great also...."
Steve Hunt
"I had a very tasty eggs bene here, and a great coffee as well. Staff were really helpful and..."
"Great food! Great service, highly recommend this under rated cafe. The coffee is fantastic, it’s a little out Of the way from the city but well..."
Sam Hodgson
"Exceptional quality and service. Hubby thinks the scrambled eggs are the best he's ever had. Wish we'd taken a pic before eating! Excellent value for..."
Cjwelly
"Best coffee. Best food. Best staff. Best banter. This is where I spend a vast amount of my life money and time. Have been a loyal patron for over a..."
Daimon Johnson
"Good coffee and an OK date scone. We really liked the service here by our friendly waiter and were grateful for how baby friendly the cafe is. Didn't..."
Siobhan
"First time eating here with the boyfriend today. Staff were friendly and accommodating. We LOVED the Cumin mushrooms! Will definitely come back to..."
Rose Ann Yap
"Beautiful food, generous portion sizes, best black pudding I've ever eaten. Great atmosphere and super accommodating to our large group...."
Paul Stone
"It’s always good when you can find somewhere that, on a Sunday, when no decisions can be made, you know you’ll be getting a good meal no matter..."
Jenjaroo
"Awesome food great selection of vegetarian food! Staff are friendly, recommend this cafe to all!! Scrambled eggs on toast, simple yet delicious!..."
Emma K
"Love the coffee at Go Bang. I always make sure I go there for my morning coffee on the weekends.Great atmosphere,staff are awesome and the..."
Kay
"Amazing food just a shame you can't change some stuff in your order. For example I don't eat black pudding and I couldn't swap it for anything else..."
Sam Smits
"Go bang sits close to a couple of good cafes and really it's a matter of taste which you prefer. GB is retro, with eclectic spaces and seating, cosy..."
Duncan Galletly
"I like this cafe. It has a charm all it's own. The food is good, at least that which I have tried. To my mind the porridge, with moscovado sugar,..."
PeterMS
"Go Bang Espresso Cafe offers a very good choice for lunch. The service and quality of food is commendable. I ordered the Vege Roast, which..."
Johann Go
"Fantastic eggs on 5-grain bread. The coffee was delicious. The staff were friendly and provided great service. An excellent post-run..."
Theresa
"I love going to Go Bang! Their muesli and coffee is a great way to start the day. ..."
Frances
"A great cafe. This place has a good vibe, the coffee is always good, staff efficient and the food fresh and varied.Great kid selection..."
Selective
"This cafe can get quite busy and it's a good sign they must be doing something right. The coffee is done well and they include 2 marshmallows and a..."
Foodiefoodie
"It used to be that the only thing that went bang in Petone was the sound of shopping bags clattering to the pavement as the unfortunate inhabitants..."
Kai Luv
"The food here is so good - and almost all vegan or vegetarian with heaps of gluten free options as well.
The coffee is great, service is usually..."
Jessica Timings
"Wicked menu, especially if you're vegan! Generous portions for the price. Was extremely hard to choose from the many amazing options! I liked the..."
Jordan Paranihi
"Like the decor & great coffee - but what really makes this place shine are the food & service. Outstanding! Came to Petone today just to go here - am..."
Jay
"Great and unique menu. Largely Vegetarian as their speciality, but still offer all..."
Daniel Franks
"Many dishes are gluten free/vegan by default. Nice..."
Yifan Yin
"I had the best long black here that I've had for a very very long time elsewhere. Unbelievably good. Chocolate chunk cookie was amazing. I have to go..."
Adrienne Newman
"Awesome vegan and veggy food. Excellent coffee and a cool atmosphere. Sustainability never tasted so..."
Richard Bacon
"Loved this place. The food exceeded my expectations, the atmosphere was lovely and relaxed, the staff (Paulina) was lovely. Can't wait to go..."
Richard Mayston
"My go-to place for decent coffee in Petone every time. Great staff and an improved menu filled with local..."
Cory Barton
"Delicious friands and food. Great coffee. Cute 60's decor. Friendly attentive..."
Cilla Blackwell
"Great coffee and really good brunch options. My favourite in Petone. Toy box for kids is a..."
Keith Wasley
"A cute retro inspired cafe. Great coffee, relaxed staff, and plenty of tasty food options.
David - Von..."
David “Von” Garratt
"We went here for a team breakfast about a month or so ago, not everything is on the menu so ask, I did and got what I wanted, service and coffee is..."
Liz P
"Great coffee and very accommodating of a group as we have our work meetings with 10 of us there once a..."
Chris Dean
"Delicious food and friendly staff. Caters for almost all dietary requirements eg vegan, gluten-free,..."
Melanie Russell
"Great coffee. Great service. Good food.
Slightly alternative..."
"The Buzzer was amazing was very big so i couldnt finish it but not with lack of trying! Would definitely recommend it has a bit of..."
Ashleigh Sorensen
"Love coming here one of the best places to get a coffee in Lower Hutt. They also have great food although I know some people may find it a little..."
ALICE
"Great service from a friendly staff. We took two families with our kids. The food was great tasting and came out in good time. We will be back...."
Tom Leamy
"Saw all the reviews and was worried the Buzz of old had been lost. Needn't have worried, the service was great (at peak time on saturday) and..."
Jason Astley
"I was quite happy when I arrived at Buzz... The menu looked good and the wine / drink list was quite diverse.And I have to say the food was..."
The Wanderer
"Different location and new decor has given this place a lift. I had the chciken foaccia stack my partner had the beef burger we had a late and a ice..."
Sarah Sez Jane
"Now situated where HOTROCKS used to be, I used to frequent this place in the early 2000s when it was by New World. At the time, it was the only cafe..."
Julia Mc
"Just been here for lunch. Its just opened so thought we'd try it. We booked a table for 12 and first impressions were good. We ordered drinks..."
Sally Ann Smith
"Got the big breakfast, forgot what's its called but that's alright. Everything was cooked beautifully and was delish. Good portion size and okay..."
Peony Yang
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Visited Buzz Cafe recently and was thoroughly impressed! The atmosphere is truly welcoming and makes for a relaxing..."
Mauricio Kimura
"Nice ahtomosphere and the staff was super friendly and helpful!!!!
My favourite was beef cheek 😋 sauce and roasted vegetables were awesome. ..."
AnnA
"Dinner for two, before a show. Streets very quiet on a Sat evening, cafe was busy tho. Good atmosphere, comfy chairs. Good selection of cabinet food..."
Vicki Woodfield
"Fluffiest pancakes I've had! Great atmosphere and love that the music isn't too loud. Food all looked sooo good. Will be coming back..."
Alexandra Dries
"On a Sunday the Hutt looked absolutely dead. Just a few pieces of rubbish whirling in the wind and a can tumbling down the footpath. Thankfully..."
Leslie
"Came for lunch on a Monday, A nice ambience, friendly staff backed up by great food, corn fritters were good, the highlight was the buzz chicken tray..."
Duncan Mcmillan
"Lots of delicious food at an extremely reasonable price in a funky venue! What more could you want? Add excellent friendly service and staff and you..."
Haydn Murdoch
"We ventured upon Buzz during our meander through Lower Hutt following a movie at the pop up cinema, and the service was friendly and warm that we..."
Taylar W
"Dropped in for WOAP to try their burger "The Black Ink Paua Burger". Warmly greeted by staff as we walked in, shown to the table. Staff member was..."
Desmond Tiedemann
"Had a lovely early dinner here lastnight, hosts were very friendly and accommodating, speed of service was amazing, food portions were generous, hot,..."
renee hulbert
"One of my favourite locals. Halloumi salad is the bomb and the beef nachos are tasty. Generous portions. Great coffee, handy location, hard working..."
Laura-Jane Shaw
"It's one of my other favorite coffee spots in Lower Hutt. The staff are friend and they bake their own good and cabinet food which are top notch..."
David Law
"I went to the Buzz Cafe for lunch. It was pretty busy. Considering how busy, it was well serviced and the food came out pretty quickly. We ordered..."
Glenn Evans
"Fun and friendly staff, welcoming and comfortable environment, beautiful fresh food, served in good..."
Cheeseisdelicious !
"First time dining in at Buzz and the customer service was okay, seeing as its Level 2 they kept to the level 2 rules which I appreciated. Now the..."
Amperor Fiso
"This place is so good I've been taking my Tai Chi class members there for years! Michael (owner) and his staff are first class for service and..."
Andrew Hardwick
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