Wellington and the Wairarapa Restaurants

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  • 1. La Bella Italia

    $$$ | Petone

    On the otherwise sleepy Petone Wharf is a vibrant Italian trattoria, where prestigious awards, relics of family history, and shelves of the finest Italian ingredients cover the walls. This spot was awarded the prestigious Ospitalità Italiana quality-approved seal and is recognized as one of the top 70 Restaurants with Pizzeria in the World by Ristorazione Italiana.

    10 Nevis St., Wellington, Wellington, 5012, New Zealand
    04-566–9303

    Known For

    • The award-winning bravo gubello salmon pizza
    • Welcoming family atmosphere
    • Phenomenal salumeria

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: No dinner Mon. and Tues., Reservations essential
  • 2. Loretta

    $$$ | Wellington Central

    Adorned with its earthy-chic accents and wide wooden tables, Loretta makes a daily, but effortless transformation from a relaxed brunch spot to a bustling candle-lit restaurant. With their famously daily-evolving menu, brunches typically begin with smoothies and spritzers, waffles, and crumpets, each served with seasonal fruits. Lunch and dinner follow a similar seasonal theme with salads, wood-fired pizzas, savory pies, and hearty servings of seasoned meats to share.

    181 Cuba St., Wellington, Wellington, New Zealand
    04-384–2213

    Known For

    • An extensive wine list available by the glass
    • An easy-going atmosphere great for families
    • Daily-changing menu

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Mon.
  • 3. Pravda

    $$$$ | Wellington Central

    Three king-size chandeliers dominate the high ceilings in this classic, old Wellington building; the café area has half-paneled walls and a matching bar that gives a touch of understated class. The menu changes regularly to capture the best of the season's produce and if you're passing by during the day, their cheese scones are much loved by locals.

    107 Custom House Quay, Wellington, Wellington, 6011, New Zealand
    04-801–8858

    Known For

    • <PRO>Soviet-kitsch decor</PRO>
    • <PRO>great wine list</PRO>
    • <PRO>excellent steak</PRO>

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Sun., Credit cards accepted
  • 4. Saint Sebastian

    $$$

    Experience delicious and unique takes on kaimoana (seafood) in this pale blue monument to the sea. The restaurant specializes in home-style cooking and features locally sourced ingredients from the Wairarapa pastures to the coast of Palliser Bay. The Paua (abalone) dumplings and Kohe Kohe oysters are not to be missed. Reservations are essential for dinner.

    109a Chapel St., Masterton, Wellington, 5810, New Zealand
    06-216–1471

    Known For

    • Great sharing plates
    • Popular with locals
    • Excellent service and ambience

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Sun. and Mon.
  • 5. The Botanist

    $$$ | Wellington Central

    Though right at home among the seaside cottages of Lyall Bay, this plant-based haven is anything but traditional. The Botanist offers tasty and innovative takes on traditionally meat-centered meals in a seasonally evolving menu. It opens for brunch and then runs to late-night cocktail hours every day, and the menu is also complemented with appropriately botanical teas, kombuchas, and cocktails.

    219 Onepu Rd., Wellington, Wellington, New Zealand
    04-891–0198

    Known For

    • Seaside views
    • 100% plant-based menu
    • Sheltered sunny courtyard
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  • 6. The Farriers Bar & Eatery

    $$$

    At The Farriers, you can watch the chefs in the open kitchen while waiting for your order to arrive. Much of the large menu is devoted to pub fare and wood-fired pizzas, all made from scratch, but interesting main courses tempt those with more ambitious appetites.

    4 Queen St. N, Masterton, Wellington, 5810, New Zealand
    06-377–1107

    Known For

    • Popular with locals
    • Basic, well-executed menu
    • Courtyard for summer seating
  • 7. The Village Café

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    At this rustic barnlike café with a sunny outdoor courtyard, all the food is made from local ingredients. The cooks even smoke their own salmon and stuff their own sausages. A great start to a day of wine tasting, since the food is hearty enough to keep you going all day.

    6 Kitchener St., Martinborough, Wellington, 5741, New Zealand
    06-306–8814

    Known For

    • Hearty brunches
    • Huge and varied menu
    • Plenty of space

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: No dinner

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