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Chocolate Fish Cafe
87/100 (2555 ratings)
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"Awesome outdoor seating. Went here with some work colleagues and it was a bit windy but you canā€™t beat the nice views. Service was really..."
JamesNZ
"super blown away by this cafe. it was our first time going there & it was packed with people due to the beautiful weather, yet the service was still..."
Hannah Vaughan
"Dinky little cafe out by the seaside. Space is rather limited but that is in no way a reflection on the great food and service the provide here...."
Mareko Panapa
"Came here for a late brunch and it was very busy The staff are very friendly and we took our dog as well as we were eating outside.Dog..."
Tim 51
"We make the drive out to Chocolate Fish often as its just the most beautiful location and the plentiful outdoor seating really makes the most of it...."
Portia Lancaster
"Went here on a busy Sunday lunchtime and the service was fantastic. Good parking space available too.The man behind the counter was really..."
Seeessjay
"I came in today and ordered coco pops for my 5 year old (and can I say genius move to put that at the top of the kids menu, once she heard coco pops..."
Rachel
"Love coming to the chocolate fish knowing the gluten free food is both safe and delicious šŸ˜‹šŸ’ž Great service and plenty of great gf options...."
Celiac Teen
"Location is outstanding! service was great! it was worth the drivepro tip: make sure you order their hot chocolates, as they are..."
Sheryl
"Great ambience, the outdoor area was great, lots of heaters pillows and lights, nice and tidy too! Had the seafood chowder which was amazing, was..."
Karvah McClellan
"if you love eating fresh food while enjoying the sun and have the kids playing around safely while you enjoy your cuppa, do check this place out. the..."
R-Dee Roche
"Easily the most unique location and set-up Iā€™ve seen in Wellington. And the food is so fresh it makes it even better. We had a Green Colada..."
Tanya Engineer
"Excellent location, great menu with friendly efficient staff. Well cooked beef burger and coffee, great place to chilli on a hot day with sea views..."
Flavourhunterr
"I'd been going to the cafe since it was based at Scorching Bay, but it'd been a few years since I'd been, so was pleasantly surprised to find it was..."
Angel He
"Great if your into seafood unfortunately I am not so I got a burger and that was great , great service. Love tht you can sit outside across the..."
Foodie Fables
"We had a late lunch at chocolate fish and realised after ordering that we were running late for our plane. The chef quickly cooked our order and we..."
Megha Dogra
"I also went there yesterday and got a Bacon & Egg flash sammy and must say it's the best sandwich I've had. So flavorsome and the bread/bacon was..."
Timothy Lam
"Love this place! Pet and children friendly. Always my go to summer cafe.Great atmosphere with no distractions except the amazing views of..."
Sovy Taing
"The food, staff, location and atmosphere are awesome. This is a great spot to stop on a weekend walk or ride. Although they are often really busy, i..."
Fern
"Delicious menu! I always head here to get my fix of whitebait fritters when im craving them in the off season. Yum! Very cool location right near the..."
Greer Whiting
"Spent a heavenly lunch time at Chocolate Fish recently on a shocking Wellington Day. Ā Our meals were out of this world - Beef Burger was the best..."
Annette Coughlan
"This place doesn't only have good food but is an awesome experience of the Wellington summers. The comfortable relaxed seating overlooking the ocean..."
Jassleen Narula
"Iconic place. The owners still work there and probably the most hard working. When they moved from previous spot to the current location they..."
Jimon007
"The service was unbelievably fast. The food was fantastic. I had the whitebait fritter and salad. My wife had the fish of the day in a sandwich. Both..."
Ian De Terte
"I always enjoy my meals here, just like I enjoy the atmosphere and the service. But today was different:I ordered the grilled fish with..."
Helen Neni Dobson
"Without a doubt, best sandwiches. Made as soon as you order it so it's made fresh! Personally I didn't like my berry smoothie but my friend enjoyed..."
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"Great place n I guess it is Wellington on a plate. Awesome views and very relaxed atmosphere. If you are looking to just chill or read a book in the..."
Rohit Kumar
"Love this place! Great relaxed vibe, yummy food and coffee. Awesome weekend spot and great for the family with good indoor and outdoor seating..."
Eating My Way Around
"One of the best places in Wellington on a nice day! Love that you can see the chefs cooking fresh fish and meat on the BBQ out the front. Great range..."
Catherine
"Another enjoyable lunch at Chocolate Fish. On a fine day, a great family location, service is always friendly and food is more creative and tasty..."
Stefan Thieu
"Really great friendly staff and awesome atmosphere. Food was delicious and they were extremely accommodating of our coeliac daughter. It's a rare..."
Bonnie Emma
"We came as a group of 5 adults and 7 children on a sunny winter morning. The kids were all kept busy on bikes and a playhouse which left us enjoy..."
Jenjaroo
"Best place to come and chill. Love the vibe. Love that it's right by the ocean so peaceful watching the waves šŸ˜„ staff are so friendly too..."
Emma Taylor
"Great place to grab a bite out of the "city" or on your way to the airport. Fresh and simple food, awesome playground for kids and family during..."
Brainless Foodie
"Very nice food, delicious drinks and I certainly reccomend the chocolate fish shake. Would certainly visit another time and reccomend to..."
Jasonbr67
"Absolutely amazing. The ride to the cafe was beautiful with such beautiful scenery. It was really packed when we arrived but we managed to grab a..."
Jess
"Stopped by here today on our way for a nice drive around the bays.Wow, where to begin.A great selection of food choices on the menu, and..."
Adam K
"Expectations were high given the Zomato score and boy, I was NOT disappointed at all. In any aspect! We placed our order with the friendly man behind..."
Rhiannon At Large
"The staff were really nice upon entry, I was starvin so ordered a cacao almond smoothie which came out within seconds - must've been pre made - and..."
Stacy Heyman
"This really is a kid's paradise and a fantastic venue for the family. The coffee is good and the cabinet food is very good; however, the a la carte..."
Eleanor Purdey Smith
"Great food, and the relaxed and fantastic use of the outdoors to capitalise on ocean views and the sunshine make it a fabulous place to drop in on...."
Stephen Harrison
"Only stopped in for a chai while out for a drive and I instantly liked the vibe of the place. They have a rather large floor space, a nice selection..."
Rhodri Williams
"Today was probably one of the best day to go and chill there, as I was told to go for a great number of times. First of all the location is..."
Ines
"This really is my favourite place to eat in Wellington.Ā  Great staff, consistently amazing food, who would have thought sandwiches could be so so..."
Food Mm
"Lovely restaurant for children, funky seats and ride on toys galore. We dined on a Saturday and it was very busy. Our waitress provide us with a..."
Amy Chattington-Harris
"First visit here and was already quite busy. We found a seat in the heated courtyard which was nice. Ordered the fish of the day sandwich, crayfish..."
Kklovestoeat
"This you must visit if you are in the Miramar area on a nice sunny day. Unpretentious and great tasting food with a smile. During lunchtime they do..."
Kishore Mitra
"Came in today for lunch - really great food and friendly staff. All menu items looked yummy so was a hard choice. Had the chickpea salad with..."
Mueslilo
"Love calling in here to bring my overseas visitors, on the way to the airport. They just love it and impressed by the tasty food selection. Heaps to..."
Miss Persistant
"Favourite place to eat in Wellington bar-none. Real kiwi feel, massive outdoor area overlooking the harbour with bean bags, tables and chairs galore..."
James Ford
"On a weekday in summer, when the sky is deep blue and the harbour is beautiful, Chocolate Fish is one of the nicest spots in Wellington. Like a..."
Duncan Galletly
"Lovely cafe with an amazing menu in a cool location. Love the view and the fact that it is probably the most kid friendly place in town (so many..."
Katherine MacGregor
"A spot to take your visiting relatives or to sneak out to on a work day when school is in.Ā The food is good, if I think a tad overpriced,..."
Ian Apperley
"Good food, good coffee. They do one hell of a bacon and egg sandwich. Great atmosphere and absolutely brilliant for and with kids, great wee..."
Team Thomas
"A Wellington institution! Have had a number of things off the menu and love the seafood sammies. Date scones are some of the best in Wellington!..."
RaeRae
"An absolute classic Wellingtonian cafe! This place knows how to do great..."
Humbleluxury
"I'm a regular here with friends - almost every weekend we'll be there, often with a baby, toddler, and pre-teen in tow. It's both unique,..."
Rachel Prosser
"By far my favourite little spot in Wellington. Without fail every time we go we are greeted by the owners, if it's a chilly day they offer blankets..."
Holly
"We went back to the Chocolate Fish today on a whim... hadn't been there for more than a year. A gorgeous, sunny day in the Capital and they were..."
Pamela Cronin
"Location, what a view on most days and what a pleasant cafe all round.Great tasty food. The chefs obviously know all about the importance of not..."
Maarten Groen
"Had a fantastic time at the Chocolate Fish on the weekend, we managed to snaffle a couple of the bean bags out the front (very rare) and enjoyed a..."
DebHead
"I can't decide whether I prefer the mussel fritter sandwich or the crayfish fritter sandwich, luckily my companion is a true gentleman and was..."
Lee Taylor
"This cafe has recently moved to Shelly Bay and now offers a limited, but good, menu. Great corn fritters! Hot food is cooked to order on a bbq. Child..."
Cafe Expert
"Great food and great service. Good selection of Gluten Free options..."
Al Jackson
"Great location basic but well executed menu kids and dog friendly outdoors setting with great views over wellington. Add in their cherry staff and..."
Patrick Pilcher
"how do i love thee, let me count the ways ... i love to loll on a beanbag looking out to sea with a latte in one hand and a giant brown sugar..."
Kai Luv
"This is another story of how losing your way takes you places. I was looking to head to Miramir and a wrong exit at a roundabout brought me to this..."
Aditya Nair
"Food here was so good we had to come back the next day! The whitebait fritter sandwich and tomato soup is a must try! We also had the black pudding..."
Tan Yan Ni
"The Flash Sammies were really good - got the White Bait and Crayfish. The 3B burger was "one of the best burgers I've had in awhile" - said my friend..."
Eileen Lui
"One of the homeliest and most comfortable cafes in Wellington!! All the staff are all incredibly lovely. These guys know how to do Kiwi well. Highly..."
Isabella Clague
"It's great to visit on a sunny day with your young child during the weekend. Keep in mind that parking might be a bit challenging due to the large..."
Wonmok Choi
"OMG! This place is amazing, from the views, to the food and drinks. I was blown away (literallyā€¦ it was so windy) I definitely recommend sitting..."
Adella H
"I'm a big fan of this place. The standard fancy fish sandwich is lovely, the potato cake is fluffy on the inside and crisp on the out. My partner..."
Jo Jo
"Warm friendly and patient service. Outstanding paua, bacon and black pudding burger. Banana a date smoothie (dairy free, vegan) was delicious. ..."
Andy York
"Great Mocha, open steak sandwich was just awesomeness.. the chef had the steak to perfection. Staff were wonderful and the owner was soo..."
The Wolf
"A great little place to get a meal away from the busy centre of Wellington. We had breakfast here on the way to Weta Workshop and enjoyed it..."
Patrick Haesler
"Very close to Camp Wellington where we stayed last month. It was recommended we visit and have a taste of what they have on the menu. Didn't..."
Gloriane Gail
The Green Man Pub
85/100 (2864 ratings)
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"We came from Auckland for short trip with family. We don't drink, we just want to have meal. Ā I had Mike Tyson burger as vegetarian meal (strange..."
Hanna Lye
"One of my favourite places in the Wellington CBD.Ā  Great location with attentive and efficient staff.Ā  The food always provides a great selection..."
Carlos
"Nice place to hang out with friends during night. My husband rdered an ale and it tasted great. With a little sweet taste in the end, it reminded me..."
Jinjing Fang
"We loved this place! The vibes are so good! And the food is just as amazing! We tried the market fish, buttermilk fried chicken popcorn, chicken..."
Sheryl
"Three of my favourite foods exist here and cook well. The seafood chowder, the chicken and of course the curry fries which are a real treat. Probably..."
Mareko Panapa
"Delicious food with lots of choices, hearty servings fab wine list with different sized pours, perfect for lunch time drinks, great staff, fast..."
Steaksammie
"Went out for lunch and tried out the new menu We had the Mike Tyson burger which contained halloumi, roasted mushroom, beetroot hummus and..."
Tim 51
"Great service food was yum! But the restaurant was very loud with only a curtain between the pub and where you eat. Would be great to have more of a..."
Cindy Sinkinson
"Have been a couple of times for lunch and dinner...recommend booking a table as we went for dinner last night and it was busy but we were looked..."
Clara Webster
"Lovely food, decent pub portions. Great selection of food. Friendly service. Recommend the prawn entree, fish of the day, spinach pizza and the..."
Sei
"Had the best meal here before a comedy show only to find that I'd lost my tickets, our waitress Vickie went above and beyond to help us and ended up..."
Megha Dogra
"Have been here so many times and I really enjoy eating at The Green Man, though it can get quite busy and loud. Two of us ordered the 300g beef..."
Sharon Harvey
"$15 steak night. Cooked to perfection, great sized steaks and very worth it. The beers and wines flow easy here and it's a great place for a Friday..."
James Scott
"I go there for business lunch. Food are okay. Good selection of drink. Good location and friendly staff. Can't find fault. Their steak was good. ..."
Jimon007
"My work colleague and I had lunch here and what a buzzing funky little bar/restaurant. The staff were very friendly and attentive. I had the calamari..."
Sarah McTaggart
"Best value breakfast in town. $10 brekkie had everything but just smaller portion. Very well cooked, not oily and well presented. Would certainly..."
Stefan Thieu
"This place is always buzzing. Had lunch today with my workmates and I always opt for the Bangers and Mash with Coke. One of my favorite meals at this..."
Amorita Maharaj
"Service was swift. Food was tasty and decent sized portions also. Probably had I posted this shortly after our evening out it would have been better..."
Sungsam7
"It is a very rare occurrence for me to give a pub such a high rating. The service here is not always the fastest but the food is well worth waiting..."
LucyGoosey
"This place has a great menu, such a large variety to choose from. From pizzas and steak through to pastas, wings and burgers plus loads more. The..."
James Cole
"Great place to meet for drinks as well as casual dining. They also have areas for booking private functions and great catering.Ā Can get..."
Lubbly Jubbly
"really good food, both the bar snacks and mains. the chicken wings are delicious, especially the hottest ones! the service is generally..."
Salya
"Have been here multiple occasions for corporate events, dinner and just drinks. Every time I go service is fantastic and food is always perfect. You..."
Adam
"The girlfriend and I were going to go catch a movie in town and wanted somewhere to have dinner - had heard about this place from a friend who said..."
John Wilson
"Love this place. Had a wonderful meal with some girlfriends form out of town and loved the band afterwards. What a cool place.I've eaten..."
Joanna Grey
"Only ever been here for their $15 for 500g steaks! The sauces were delicious and even though there was some chewy areas I didn't eat it was still $15..."
Courtney
"I was tempted to try out the steak offer here with a friend. $15 for 500g and mushroom sauce and chips, it seemed like a dream come true. The..."
Hubbabubba
"We had a mid-week wintery lunch at Green Man recently. Although predominantly a bar, there are several food options available as well as an all day..."
Caffeinated Weka
"Came here for an early dinner and loved the steak. The place look a bit cold and sterile from the outside but inside is cool, lots of different..."
Biggie C
"Had a work party here ages ago and was awesome! Even scored a free drink for dancing like a pro :P ahahah Great team of people and the food and..."
Chris P.
"My husband and I popped in to The Green Man for lunch when we were in Wellington a couple of weeks ago.This pub has a great atmosphere. ..."
Kathryn Price
"Just had lunch with workmates at The Green Man and have to say that everything was very good! I had the Steak special for $15 which was a 500g rump..."
Karen Connection
"I'd brought website voucher deals twice for this pub - and would feel comfortable returning to pay full price! The first time around I..."
Frank
"I have decided to have another go, I have given 5 stars as the restaurant manager and waiter service was outstanding. Plus the chicken wings and the..."
Cynthia Chin
"We were gifted a couple of vouchers for dinner and thoroughly enjoyed it!. The service from our waiter from what he told us was his fourth day on the..."
Nev
"We bought a couple of vouchers from Spreets and must say it was a great deal. The service is the best in Wellington, the food was delicious. The..."
Strega
"My husband and I came here for dinner and thoroughly enjoyed it! The food was delicious and the service outstanding. The staff were very friendly and..."
Anna
"Took my wife and in Laws here on a Thursday night. We had the Confit Duck, Rib eye Steak the Market fish and my mother in law had the vegetarian..."
Jason Varley
"Husband and I both got steaks cooked to our differing tastes perfectly. Really enjoyed the food and the service...."
Amanda
"Very much enjoyed the Maori bread and the rabbit dish. Decor is great. Pleasurable experience with very friendly and helpful staff. Will definately..."
Peanut
"The team is very attentive and friendly. We booked a table for two. The service was very speedy and I always love that especially with an empty..."
Thomy Shimokawa
"The food was great & very tasty. My steak was cooked to perfection . The staff were very friendly & attentive without being intrusive. The atmosphere..."
Katze McCarthy
"Delicious food all round. Steak and chips with mushroom sauce which was perfectly seasoned Chicken burger was full of flavour with perfectly crispy..."
Leskin Lambert
"Had a great experience overall. had steak and chips as it was their special that night. Beautifully cooked. Had the mushroom sauce which had..."
Deborah Hughes
"Definately a place with some character, the staff were great, the food and drinks were very nice. At first I got worried about eating a pink chicken..."
Dats Travln
"Great place to watch games with easy reservation via Google. Fun and funky aesthetic with great wings and overall really great food (garlic bread..."
Darren Burris
"Efficient service, good staff, delicious hot stew on a wet day! Classic boisterous pub. Great place to unwind after work with colleagues if you're..."
Gabe Rose
"Delicious boneless wings with your choice of heat / spice and a creamy ranch dip with chips Well worth it; value for..."
Gia Lambert
"Stopped in for a bite while our ship was in port ... had a couple Wellington brews & split the chicken sandwich. Food & beverages were great & the..."
Dave Boller
"Loved the food. We were a group of seven and the food came out at the same time. Great waiting staff. Only four stars due to the mask wearing of the..."
Rachel Wallace
"Great service - the wait staff was very attentive. There was a quiz on but they had another section of the resturant where we could sit where it was..."
Judith
"Just been to a private function. Love the new layout. A big thank you to the bar staff, especially the young lady with pink colouring through her..."
Steve Gaunt
"Very good food at reasonable price. Steak was very juicy and tender, perfectly medium rare. Lamb shank was very tender and also cooked well. However..."
Felix Niu
"The food was brought out to me super quick and it was de-licious, so good. Staff was nice and easy going too, great time all..."
Ryan Peters
"Great Irish Pub in the heart of Wellington. While we didn't have lunch, they have a great selection. Service was very good. Have daily specials, the..."
Pam Wilson
Karaka Cafe & Summer Bar
84/100 (1547 ratings)
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Pacific Plate
Lamb
Fish
TƵhi Rahopuru Avocado on Toast
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Porter or Stout Beer
Loaded fries
Nachos with Cheese
Tapas
Fried chicken
Iced Mocha
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Chicken & Chips
Fried Squid
Burger
Bacon
Pork Belly Bao
Ribs
Seafood Basket
Prawns
Fried Bread
French Toast
Omelette
Eggs Benedict
Pancakes
Steak Sandwich
Toasts
Fry Bread
Salad
Watercress
Mussels
Ika Mata
Cakes
Fish & chips
Salmon
Slow-Cooked Sweet Soy Sticky Pork Ribs
Sit down
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Serves Alcohol
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Digital Payments
Free Wifi
Accepts Credit Cards
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
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Seating
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Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
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"Nice location at the waterfront of Wellington. Atmosphere and decor was really nice and staff were friendly. Good food with big portions...."
Michael Chen
"Great experience with friendly and helpful staff. Good portion sizes and fantastic taste. Loved the overall vibe of the place too!(Ordered..."
Kalin Soden
"Loved the ambience and being on the waterfront made it special We had the steak sandwich, the seafood sandwich which was whitebait and the Ika..."
Tim 51
"The hangi here was the best Iā€™ve ever tasted! Service was fast and awesome and coffee was good too. Would definitely recommend this place to Family..."
Shalom Ngaro
"Great food, reasonably priced. Perfect location. Can get a bit noisy at night. We had breakfast, lunch and dinner here. We love the fish basket...."
Oliver Dambeck
"Great location overlooking the Wellington lagoon. Great service and menu providing a truly authentic kiwi experience. A gem in the heart of..."
Ezra Fermanis
"Must visit cafe cuisine in Wellington. I just loved their style of serving really tasty food. Best place to make your dining experience..."
Steve Smith
"I would recommend this place for Cafe in Wellington. Their staffs are very friendly and attentive. I love their buffet menu...for Restaurant and..."
Steve Teile
"Had a really nice breakfast and coffee, the food took a while but it was worth the wait. A very nice outdoor seating, especially great on a nice..."
Josh Evans
"Brilliant location with a relaxed vibe. We ordered cabinet food because we had a hungry toddler who couldnt wait but it took ages and our friend's..."
Eating My Way Around
"Lovely location for brunch/lunch on a beautiful sunny day. Food wasn't really mind-blowing but still good and enjoyable. Service was pretty good..."
M
"Been here for a drink a few times but never for food. However had lunch there today. I had the Paua Fritter which was amazing, the rest our group had..."
Steph Michie
"This place is really well located by the water where you can see life going by. Waiters tend to be nice as well, on a sunny day you better get in..."
Ines
"Was Welcomed by friendly staff as soon as we walked through the door, Was full so had not much choice where to sit but that was okay. The food was..."
Hay Shack
"Great food and service. First time there and we will be back also a fantastic location. Reasonable price food. We had wedges, chicken quesadilla,..."
Ian De Terte
"First Impression : Impressive view, seating, cabinet variety We ordered the chicken salad burger (really nice), the steak sandwich (did not like..."
Jayita
"Stumbled on this cafe some months ago, and been back twice since. Nice place for a quick bite and for chilling with your friends or family. Lamb..."
Shiny H Appy
"Always come here for happy hour if you're after wine because they give out a seriously good deal. 225mL for $15 is always a winner and sitting in the..."
Vicki Wong
"Locals say ya can't beat Wellington on a good day and today was perfect weather for a bite to eat out and about near the water.Haven't been..."
RaeRae
"Wellington's Summer had lasted all of two days and it was back to severe rain. I was at work so wanted to go somewhere close for lunch. The BP..."
Sean P E Fleming
"Well flavoured prawn skewers on a great salad, and interesting menu choices. The cabinet food is also varied and fresh. Unfortunately it took a long..."
EpiCurious
"After visiting Te Papa we decided to stop for a drink and a snack. Karaka is on the waterfront and the grass slope outside lend a good place for bean..."
Peter W
"Had an amazing time in karaka cafe especially with the view and the atmosphere of the place however i am very disappointed by the food , i ordered..."
Caroline
"20th July, we came for lunch for the first time at Karaka Cafe. Coffee was good. I had the Hangi pork belly, and my wife had the fish of the day. The..."
Brian Tran
"Excellent brunch. Awesome Eggs Benedict. So nice not on bread when u r gluten restricted. Awesome place all round. Service good. Really central too...."
Matthew
"These guys know what they are doing when it comes to service and yummy kai. Loved the view on a nice sunny day too. Absolutely a fave cafe of mine..."
Virginia Phoenix Pace
"Wonderful location and very good food. We chose to go for the large hangi bowl. It easily fed the five of us and was the most flavourful hangi I have..."
Cheyneismyhero
"Group of 6 had lunch here last weekend. Great spot and a lovely ambience. Friendly staff - although we got a second wait person later on after our..."
Tania W
"My family and I recently had breakfast at Karaka and thoroughly enjoyed ourselves. The location and view was lovely, the service in general was..."
Paula Berg
"Fantastic service, especially great with kids, like really really great - cornflakes and colouring while the adults have eggs on delicious hangi hash..."
Hannah Clarke
"I visited for lunch recently with a group of 6. Most of us had cabinet food which was all brought to the table quickly & was delicious. Outlook..."
Barbara Topp
"Apart from the great location and beautiful scenery I MUST comment on the outstanding service I received at Karaka Cafe. I went in for lunch and..."
Genn
"I have visited the cafe a number of times with work colleagues and have enjoyed the relaxed atmosphere and friendly staff. This cafe has an upmarket..."
Madnil
"What a beautiful, stunning place. I am a kiwi at heart I live in Australia. Last week I was on a cruise with my wife we are Newlyweds and I wanted to..."
Zebastian Warren
"Despite what other reviewers have written, I love the Karaka Cafe and return there once or twice a week. The coffee is good, I have had no complaints..."
Duncan Steel
"Delicious food and beautiful setting, ended up staying alot longer then we thought we would! Drinks, entrees, mains and desserts were all fab. Super..."
Katy
"We love eating here & often meet friends here for meals & drinks as they offer something a little bit different to other cafe in Wellington...."
Lisa Turia
"Wow what a beautiful place and what a busy cafe. Service great and friendly, food delicious. We had to order at the counter, which is common in..."
Lee Leigh
"I went to Karaka Cafe yesterday with a friend from out of town and we were only planning to stay for a drink and then head off to explore other parts..."
Amy Zhang
"Had the yummiest breakfast just after 8am this morning. Casual and of course greeted with Kia Ora! Smart staff. No fuss. But efficient. Greatest..."
Mere Pohatu
"OMG... tha caramel slice is to die for! I honestly loved it so much had them courier some more up to Auckland as couldn't do without..."
Bernadette Mark
"Loved the overall experience of this cafe. Will definitely be..."
Susan Bligh
"I first came to Karaka Cafe when they opened in 2011..I was not over the moon with my first experience although I came back recently as I wanted to..."
Arihia
"I had a delightful time at Karaka Cafe and my friends who live in NZ highly recommended it. As a person with a vision impairment, I and my friends..."
Elise Lonsdale
"It is so cool to find a cafĆ© with an emphasis on Maori culture and language ā€“ Maori Television playing silently on a TV on the wall, Katchafire on..."
The Guppy
"It was a cold day in Wellington, but the atmosphere at Karaka was warm and welcoming! It was the first time the 4 of us (girls catchup) had..."
Isabel
"This was an amazing cafe the cabinet food look amazing and tasted great i really enjoyed it will be back!!..."
Ben Hobs
"This Cafe should become a must try for any true Kiwi or tourist wanting a Traditional (Exquisite) New Zealand meal.Karaka Cafe combines..."
Kat Falepau
"This place is nice and friendly and gets the last of the afternoon sun. We went late on a Saturday afternoon. We just had some cake and a hot..."
Reviewer007
"Fantastic place! Went there for brunch. Food was great, location was too, loved the Te Reo touch on the menu. Love that they have a variation of eggs..."
Tania Lynch
"Had lunch with a friend at Karaka on Tuesday. It's great. The food was delicious and beautifully presented. Staff extra friendly and great service...."
Amanda Morrison
"Awesome place, went for an evening meal on a Wednesday. I had the salmon and OMG it was beautiful. I was with a group and we all found our meals were..."
Nikki
"Was here on 7th Oct 2023 as part of the Weta Workshop tour package that included lunch here at the Karaka. Brilliant staff and could not fault them..."
Gerard McCall
"My wife and I had brunch here this morning. We ordered the Breakfast Burger and the French Toast. The staff were very attentive and professional, and..."
Ben Myatt
"Great kai and lovely service, was dining earlier in the day so not too busy but can imagine this place would get crazy! Excellent service, great..."
Emma Riddell
"Great location on the waterfront. You can sit outside and see the lagoon or inside where it's cosy. The staff were lovely and good delicious. The hot..."
T Trifonoff
"Great service nice food and big portions for the value lovely staff definitely go have a try recommend iced chocolate and hangi the iced chocolate..."
JGT Asrai
"First hangi I ate so I can't compare but it was really amazing, and I took the sparkling water with Manuka honey which was really good as well. If I..."
Elyse Roussey
"We were out and about at the waterfront, and came across a small door with the telltale signs of a cafe, it turned out to be the rear entrance to..."
Aaron Bublitz
"what a great way to start our day for our whanau. Once our brains caught up with our eyes from all the visuals surrounding the cafe, our pukus were..."
#girlonthecob New zealand
"Great menu, delicious breakfast and traditional meals. A good place to work or relax in front of the..."
AndrƩs Rubinstein
"Delish food and beautiful atmostsphere! Will def return for the other items on the menu!..."
Darcel Taylor
L'affare
80/100 (1818 ratings)
Coffee & Tea
Coffee & Tea
Vegan Options
Cafe
New Zealand
Vegetarian Friendly
New Zealand
Cafe
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Lunch
Brunch
Breakfast
Fish and Chips
Latte
hot chocolate
Chicken Wings
Scrambled eggs
Steak Sandwich
Eggs Benedict
Mocha
Toasts
Burger
Cakes
Loaded fries
Fried chicken
Pancakes
Chicken Burger
Salads
Cheese Scone
Salad
Cappuccino
Avocado on Toast
Gnocchi
Long Black Coffee
Chowder
english breakfast
Eggs Benedict
Pancakes
Seafood chowder
Sit down
CafƩ
New Zealand
Accepts Credit Cards
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Accepts Mastercard
Accepts Visa
Accepts American Express
Street Parking
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Wine and Beer
Highchairs Available
Free Wifi
Brunch
Breakfast
Lunch
Mid-range
"Been in Wellington for a week, not that hard to find good food and coffee but this place has both + great service. Friendly, helpful and engaged,..."
Tony
"The chocolate brownie was super rich in taste and soft; and I love the crispy edge of it. My second time buying off from them, would definitely go..."
Crystal
"Friendly, professional staff. This cafƩ spells out class from the decor, to the uniform, the service, presentation and the taste. Have not yet had..."
Selina EverHungry Nihalani
"The food is always good but today the service from matt was exceptional. Above and beyond but did have the opposite service experience a few weeks..."
Roisin King
"One of the best meals in a long time! I got the normal sized pancakes and was told that the pancakes normally take a bit longer but they didnā€™t..."
Em
"Their tomato and basil soup of the day is a faaaave for our work group, and the coffee is always great (of course). Plus the staff are awesome and..."
Pippa.keel
"8:00am breakfast on a Saturday morning. Cool layout. Big space. I ordered the pancakes with banana and blueberries with mascarpone. I also ordered a..."
Sean P E Fleming
"Excellent service, excellent coffee. Haven't been for awhile but last time I went I did coffee training here and it was terrific. I dined for..."
The Food Snob
"Perhaps of one the best cafes in Wellington. There is a coffee roastery and bean shop attached to the cafe. The atmosphere and decor were great. The..."
Gigio T
"Great food and coffee. It is usually quite loud and busy but well worth it for the..."
Kirsty
"Despite mixing my coffee order and didn't have the drink I want, I still rate this place..Love the atmosphere, newspaper for customers to..."
Cupy Dee
"Happy with the minimal wait for a coffee this morning! My cappuccino was fine, nothing to rave about. Scone was light and fluffy. Friendly service...."
Siobhan
"Coffee best coffee in Wellington! Great service fast efficient customer service is wonderful! Food just as fabulous decent size proportions and well..."
Angie Liu
"This place gives me some nostalgic memories. I knew the previous owners before it was sold to Japanese company. It is still run by Kiwis though...."
Jimon007
"People seem to really like this place in Wellington. It seems every time I am going to meet someone for breakfast or lunch they suggest this spot, so..."
Lostsheep
"Really solid cafe. Love the interesting decor. Noisy but it in the nicest way. Accommodating staff too. We asked for something that had been removed..."
Jade M.
"Came here in a weekday morning bout 8am and it was busy. Ā I ordered the Porridge with Poached Fruits and a Flat White. Ā The Porridge surprised me..."
John Chin
"I have been here a few times and always had a good meal! I got the porridge with fruit which was yummy and came nice and hot, and my brother got the..."
Charlie
"Excellent food, great coffee and atmosphere... What more can you ask for in a cafƩ? I particularly liked the coffee brewing equipment out on display..."
Jonathan Goodson
"I come here most weeks for the cabinet food as a fast lunch. Always many options of delicious and fresh sandwiches / paninis. Plus very reasonably..."
I Love Food
"This place is very popular so expect to wait for a table! We have enjoyed both visits here, but I must say the best was when they had the artisan..."
Nicole
"Coffee was good! Fruit salad was really good, $13.50 maybe a bit over priced. Nice place to just sit and chat and had lovely staff. The people next..."
Anna Bentley
"L'affare have changed their menu. Delicious. Not cheap but well worth what we had. The fruit salad was beautifully presented and had some unusual..."
Gillian Hellberg
"Went here on a Sunday morning. Had heard it was very busy but we were greeted and seated straight away! Our order was quickly taken and the food..."
Mia Henry-John
"Came in here the other day with my spouse and was pleasantly surprised by the lively atmosphere without being too intense. I am older woman so when..."
Margaret
"Great spot for a morning coffee. I went there for my breakfast coffee. Nice atmosphere and very popular as shown by the busyness and the flow of..."
Peter W
"Sexy name, sexy location..... Sexy food?Cafe L'affaire, is good, decent and probably at best a mid-table cafe. Coffee was great,..."
Medium_Rare
"At 7 am all I want is good coffee and that's exactly what these guys do. With the amount of people come in at that time of the morning you know it..."
Jenjaroo
"My first time here and ordered grilled halloumi bruschetta and breakfast quesadilla. The food tasted good and rich of flavor. However, the portion..."
Margareta Dorothea
"My group came to have lunch at 1pm on Sunday. I had the egg montreal, and my wife had the breakfast quesadilla. The food was good, but the services..."
Brian Tran
"Love counter food here. Carrot cake is amazing with lots nuts. Beef burger is really big, have to share with friend. Soup is average but bread is..."
Hui Lee
"With a Farina roaster in the middle of the restaurant, and stacks of eggs and plates on the counter of the open kitchen, itā€™s a snapshot of..."
Marj Osborne
"Caffe L'affare is known for its coffee roastery, a range of beans roasted daily, then packaged and sold around the..."
Helen | Grab Your Fork
"Caffe L'affare seems to sprawl beneath the building in which it resides. They've been going strong for over a decade, sharing the industrial space..."
Heneedsfood
"9 am Sunday breakfast - busy hectic not peaceful but vibrant ,great place to people watch Good food the chorizo and sautƩed potatoes a definite..."
Haumanakeakua
"One of my local haunts when I am in this part of town. Ā Serving good coffee, good selection of counterfood and food off the menu. Ā No matter what..."
Rosemary Young
"Been 4 years since I last visited Wellington, and walking into the cafe I could pick up the vibe of City life; people, coffee, and the general hustle..."
Nathan Farrow
"Called in during the weekend when the place was heaving, but the staff were all super friendly and welcoming. Didn't try any food, but the coffee was..."
Sara Crow
"I've seen their coffee being sold all over the place so I obviously needed to pay a visit with a friend. The coffee are indeed very good here, but it..."
Mac
"I've been to Caffe L'affare a number of times and enjoy the atmosphere. Yes there are kids running round yes the service can be a bit slow but the..."
John Sharp
"Congrats to manager Olly convinving us to try the Cafe again. Our waiter, a Japanese man I think, was absolutely superb. His attention was immediate..."
Warwick Wyatt
"If I only had one day to live, I would start it with breakfast at Caffe L'affare.The atmosphere is incredible. Liz runs the place so well...."
Tony
"I personally believe this could be one of the best cafe's in Wellington. I much prefer the food, coffee and staff over Brooklyn cafe next door...."
Sophie Scott-Maunder
"We have never had a bad experience at L'affare. The staff always remember us and we have come to know many of them by name. They are warm, friendly..."
CafeLover
"Probably the best atmosphere of any cafe in central Wellington. The food's pretty good and coffee's fantastic.A favourite Saturday lunch..."
Matt
"The coffee is the main reason for coming here, but if caffeine isnt your thing try their hot chocolate or mocca with a big ol' chunky, diabetes..."
Otago Islander
"I love discovering all the cafes and restaurants in Wellington and since my sister moved down, Iā€™ve made all sorts of excuses to fly down and..."
Amy @ My Dining Journey
"Iā€™ve been a regular at Lā€™affare for years as it was one of my parentsā€™ favourite cafes while I was growing up. Itā€™s perpetually busy which is..."
Coffee&Cake
"Lovely breakfast place. A nice ambiance. The toasted cheese scone was very delicious. The coffee is a bit too strong for me. A very friendly service...."
IsH
"Excellent coffee. Best we had in Wellington. The crispy potatoes weren't crispy. I would go back and order something different next time. The food..."
Abram Bailey
"With it being 12:30pm on a rainy Saturday, I was blown away by how well staff managed the influx customers. The business of this cafe is hands down a..."
Ashlee Nicholson
"Highly recommend!! Despite us staying until closing and ordering extra cabinet food 10 minutes before close, the staff were incredibly kind to us..."
Isabella Clague
"Great food and coffee at Cafe L'affare. I had a flat white and the crumpets and both were delicious. Also bought some of their coffee to take home...."
Lara Buchmann-Duck
"Itā€™s always busy here but this time we managed to dine here. Had an iced coffee (with cream) and a bacon butty. I enjoyed it. Well presented drink..."
Yeephang Wong
"Pretty popular coffee shop, good for brunch or some afternoon coffee. I try the Kotowa coffee, feels good, not so bold and has very light fruity..."
Brahmastyo Puji
"I really liked the service, super friendly. We ordered for breakfast eggs benedict with bacon and poached eggs on toast with some smashed avo as..."
stefania picetti
"Incredibly delicious cafe with a ton of coffee options. They also have a great spicy chai! Loved every bite, really great textures and tastes...."
Elizabeth Hadden
"Great coffee, spacious venue and good..."
Tesha D.M
Cable Top Eatery
79/100 (1745 ratings)
Restaurants
New Zealand
Bar
Pub
Cafe
Mediterranean
Vegetarian Friendly
Wine Bar
Soups
Cafe
Grill
Vegetarian Friendly
Dinner
Lunch
Brunch
Drinks
Breakfast
Steak Sandwich
Flat White
Mushroom on Beetroot Hummus
Orange cake
French Toast Brioche with Caramelized
Cappuccino
Truffle Mushroom with Beetroot Hummus
Baked Cheesecake Passionfruit
Soup of the Day
Mozzarella Pizza
Long Black Coffee
Mushroom Pizza
Ham Pizza
Rueben Sandwich
Steak Cut Chips
Decaf Mocha
Fried Chicken and Chips
Carrot Cake
Fish & Chips
Cesar Salad
Mediterranean
Bar
Pub
CafƩ
Seating
Table Service
Serves Alcohol
Highchairs Available
Drinks
Brunch
Dinner
Mid-range
"Been here for a breakfast. Environment is perfect on top of cable line. Stuff is nice and gentle. We ordered egg benedict with salmon. The salmon is..."
GT Li
"Cable Top Eatery in Wellington is a delightful dining experience that left me with a positive impression. I had the pleasure of trying a variety of..."
Mahdi Abdollahi
"Took the kids for brunch at Cable Top Eatery before we went to Space Place today. There were throngs of customers coming in and out, perhaps busier..."
Angelica Woolley
"Great food, Terrific service and fantastic views. You can catch the cable car up, have lunch and walk back. There are two museums a perfumery and..."
Brett Wybrew
"Recently returned from a holiday in New Zealand and took a cable car to view the beautiful gardens and on the way back we saw this restaurant as we..."
Sally Stellini
"Enjoyed such a lovely breakfast here after a ride up on the Wellington Cable Car - our friendly wait staff ā€œHendiā€ made it a super fun experience..."
Ella Toms
"Cable Top Eatery is my local. Living nearby means I can go ahead and grab that coffee and pastry without much thought. The coffee is good, and if you..."
Laila Faisal
"This restaurant honestly does nearly everything super well. The wait staff is so friendly, the food of all types are beautifully prepared and..."
James Mielke
"To be honest I was expecting an expensive tourist trap being at the top of the cable car but we were surprised. We were greeted immediately and our..."
Troy Pearce
"We went for a coffee on a Sunday afternoon, The venue was very attractive , with stunning views. However it was very noisy and the staff member we..."
Don Gurteen
"Di and team were absolutely amazing for our daughter and son in-laws wedding would recommend them highly. We had the option of indoor or out door and..."
Erica Aitken
"Absolute hidden gem at the top of the cart. Our server was so friendly and enthusiastic, I could tell he genuinely loved his job. Great gluten free..."
Steph Chalmers
"Beautiful little spot, a shame we only just discovered it after living in Wellington for the past 5 years! Food menu is nothing special but..."
Nick B
"Beautiful view of Wellington and the harbour gets a five on its own. However, I also highly rate the lovely waitstaff, the excellent moist carrot..."
Trentyz
"We stopped in for some quick espressos to enjoy on the patio after exploring around the gardens in the afternoon. Staff was friendly and our drinks..."
Jennifer Johnson
"Fantastic food! Super friendly staff. Cosy little place, to get out of the..."
Carl Du Plessis
"Very good eats and coffee. One of the best sausage rolls in Wellington IMHO. Stunning views and helpful staff. Thanks..."
Harry Brendon Potter
Cabletop Eatery
70/100 (832 ratings)
Restaurants
Cafe
Pizza
New Zealand
Seafood
Truffle Mushroom with Beetroot Hummus
Baked Cheesecake Passionfruit
Soup of the Day
Mozzarella Pizza
Long Black Coffee
Mushroom Pizza
Ham Pizza
Flat White
Rueben Sandwich
Orange cake
Steak Cut Chips
Cappuccino
Fried Chicken and Chips
Decaf Mocha
Carrot Cake
Fish & Chips
Cesar Salad
Steak Sandwich
Mushroom on Beetroot Hummus
French Toast Brioche with Caramelized
CafƩ
Pizza
Seafood
New Zealand
"Cable Top Eatery in Wellington is a delightful dining experience that left me with a positive impression. I had the pleasure of trying a variety of..."
Mahdi Abdollahi
"Took the kids for brunch at Cable Top Eatery before we went to Space Place today. There were throngs of customers coming in and out, perhaps busier..."
Angelica Woolley
"Great food, Terrific service and fantastic views. You can catch the cable car up, have lunch and walk back. There are two museums a perfumery and..."
Brett Wybrew
"Recently returned from a holiday in New Zealand and took a cable car to view the beautiful gardens and on the way back we saw this restaurant as we..."
Sally Stellini
"Enjoyed such a lovely breakfast here after a ride up on the Wellington Cable Car - our friendly wait staff ā€œHendiā€ made it a super fun experience..."
Ella Toms
"Cable Top Eatery is my local. Living nearby means I can go ahead and grab that coffee and pastry without much thought. The coffee is good, and if you..."
Laila Faisal
"This restaurant honestly does nearly everything super well. The wait staff is so friendly, the food of all types are beautifully prepared and..."
James Mielke
"To be honest I was expecting an expensive tourist trap being at the top of the cable car but we were surprised. We were greeted immediately and our..."
Troy Pearce
"We went for a coffee on a Sunday afternoon, The venue was very attractive , with stunning views. However it was very noisy and the staff member we..."
Don Gurteen
"Di and team were absolutely amazing for our daughter and son in-laws wedding would recommend them highly. We had the option of indoor or out door and..."
Erica Aitken
"Absolute hidden gem at the top of the cart. Our server was so friendly and enthusiastic, I could tell he genuinely loved his job. Great gluten free..."
Steph Chalmers
"Beautiful little spot, a shame we only just discovered it after living in Wellington for the past 5 years! Food menu is nothing special but..."
Nick B
"Beautiful view of Wellington and the harbour gets a five on its own. However, I also highly rate the lovely waitstaff, the excellent moist carrot..."
Trentyz
"We stopped in for some quick espressos to enjoy on the patio after exploring around the gardens in the afternoon. Staff was friendly and our drinks..."
Jennifer Johnson
"Fantastic food! Super friendly staff. Cosy little place, to get out of the..."
Carl Du Plessis
"Very good eats and coffee. One of the best sausage rolls in Wellington IMHO. Stunning views and helpful staff. Thanks..."
Harry Brendon Potter
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