One last meal in Wellington so we decided to splurge and check out Cicio Cacio Osteria in Newtown…read more It's hidden in an alleyway (use Wilson Street) which adds to its charm. We dropped in on a Tuesday afternoon (around 12:30pm). It wasn't busy at all; only two other tables. The service was really, really impressive. Our waitress (we found out she's German) literally wrote what was available from the menu on our table, in full detail, from heart. We were impressed. The inside is super warm and inviting. It's the perfect spot for a date. There's a chalkboard menu that changes often (hence why there is no printed menu) that's broken into starters, primi (pasta), secondi (meats), sides and desserts. - Antipastino ($17.00 NZD) - this was our favourite dish of our meal. Olives, figs, two types of meat (salami and pancetta) and three cheeses (asiago, brie and another). All three cheeses were fantastic and had great texture. Same for the meats; satisfying bite and aged in flavour. - Spaghetti aglio et olio ($12.00 NZD) - one of their lunch specials (oil and garlic for the non-Italian speakers). Quite good. Don't think the pasta was homemade (their main entrees pastas are freshly made) but it was still good. - Roast chicken with potatoes ($15.00 NZD) - the other lunch special and sadly, when things started going downhill. Potatoes were over salted; same with the chicken but it was also dry. - Lamb rump with carrot and onions ($25.00 NZD) - the lamp rump was tender enough to pull off with a fork but it lacked flavour. The carrots and onions were sooooo buttery but not in a good way. Again, major balancing issues with the seasoning. We were hoping for CCO to be good but it didn't quite live up to the hype. Amazing service but the food didn't match.

This Italian restaurant is a must do for Wellingtonians…read more Tucked away in Newtown, it has a family feel. The staff are friendly and the food is not what you expect from an Italian restaurant. It's what I'm guessing Italians would eat if they went out. Pace yourself, get an entree, and finish off with a desert. Can't go wrong with the house wine, either. We'll definitely come back. They were very child friendly and the food did not take too long to come out.

How fresh do you like your sushi? If the answer is super fresh, you'll love Catch Sushi. A conveyor…read morebelt of Japanese goodies spins round and round. The sushi train is constantly refreshed with just made dishes, ranging from maki to California rolls to squid to just about anything you can imagine (well depends on how wild your imagination is!). You pay per plate, with plates coloured according to their price. There are many sushi places in Welly but this is in a class of its own because the quality is just so much better and the food that much fresher. Saying that, the vege selection's rather limited - but what they do offer's so good that I'll forgive them. Bring on the sushi!

Really fun sushi bar for a bit to eat before a night on the town or a movie, just up the street…read morefrom 3 of wellingtons best movie theaters. The food at catch is great, fresh sushi and you can always be sure your meal won't break your bank. Certainly is a must for anyone looking for good sushi in new Zealand's best seafood city.

I was traveling thru welly, and someone recommended this little place for lunch. It's so laid back…read moreand perfect for a brunch, cofffee, and they have a bar too, for later in the eve. I had some avocado mash on 3 grain bread. The owners and I had nice little chat- a perfect experience!

Absolutely amazing sushi from such a small cafe/restaurant at really low prices Very enjoyable,…read moregreat selection of flavours and creations. Thoroughly recommended!

After hearing the team behind Logan Brown had opened another establishment in Wellington, I had to…read moretry it during my visit. In short, I'm giving this a mid-range review because of the service, and because the food was only okay. A bustling Saturday evening, and having only opened recently could be the reason for the not so good service, but I would've thought a month was enough time to iron out the kinks. Initially told the wait would be 45mins for a table of 6, we ended up waiting nearly 1 hour 45 minutes. Normally, I would've left to dine at another establishment, but as I mentioned above, I was very keen to try the food. After checking with the hostess a couple of times (after the initial 45 minute wait), she tried her best to be accommodating by taking our food orders early so they would be ready when we finally sat down. Unfortunately, the food wasn't worth the wait: Ribs with hoisin-lime sauce fell away from the bone as if they'd been paid good attention to, but they were a little dry. Japanese fried chicken- good salt and pepper taste, with slightly soggy coating. Chicken was nice and tender. Bavette steak- nice flame grill char, cooked very well. Fennel Apple slaw- nice, but a little bland. To summarise, the price of food here is great if you're looking to order small plates to share, I don't think the portions of the mains were suited to their higher prices. The food here is decent, but if I had to wait a long time again, I wouldn't think twice about finding somewhere else to dine. As I said above, my experience could be a one off, which is why I've given three stars and not less. In a city with amazing dining options, grill meats beer will need to pick up their game if they are in it for the long haul.i

It's great that there is a place to get good ribs in town and beer! It was very exciting to come…read morehere. The place has a really nice, modern, casual, laid back ambiance. I came here specifically to have ribs, and I was not disappointed. I had the hoisin sauce, which was sticky and salty, and really good. I also had the onion knots on the side which I've never had anything quite like it. They're like curry flavored battered onions. The one thing I wish I had was some hot sauce for those ribs. Would come back here again, and also recommend for others to try.

Delicious! Service was great, and they are very friendly. The "vibe" of the restaurant is…read moredelightful and feels warm and welcoming.

This is one of the most authentic Italian restaurants in Wellington. It is located in Petone in the…read morearea that looks a bit industrial. The restaurant is a combination of shop, warehouse, bar and a restaurant. The staff is friendly and not fake Italian :-) the atmosphere is fantastic. We had a family dinner there and I have never got so good tiramisu. The menu has enough to choose from and wines are excellent. You can also buy food and stuff to take home. It is busy, relaxed and fun place to dine. Excellent for family reunions and having fun with friends. If you are after good, authentic food, italian soft craziness and just great atmosphere this is a must. It is a good idea to book a table! It gets crowded there.

A pleasant surprise. I didn't expect to find an authentic German Restaurant in New Zealand, but it…read morewas spot on. From the ambiance to the food, everything reminded me of a prior trip to Germany. Our waiter was great. Nice personality, offered us recommendations, and brought out our food hot and in a timely manner. For a quick bite to break up a day of exploring, this was a great choice. Bonus was they had wifi that actually worked. :) Perfect for travelers planning the rest of our day.

We were meeting up with friends that moved to Wellington. They suggested we walk around the wharf…read moreand pick a spot there for dinner. There's half a dozen restaurants in the area. We checked all of them out and decided on München: Food Hall & Bier Haus. It's right next door to the TSB Bank Arena (Macklemore was playing that night). We dropped in on a Saturday evening (around 6:45pm). The place was pretty lively and the bar was busy all night long. The dinner menu is split into entrees, würst/sausages, specialties, schnitzel, salads, mains and burgers. The drink menu is quite large and there's also snacks, bites and sharing platter options. There's a happy hour on weekdays (5:00pm to 6:00pm). They also have specials from Wednesday ($0.10 wings) to Thursday ($20.00 NZD bier & burger). - Hofbräu, Hefe weizen ($10.00 NZD 400mL) - easy light drinking. You can't come to a German bier haus without getting a beer. - Schweinshaxe ($39.00 NZD) - pork knuckle, homemade knödel dumpling, sauerkraut, potato salad and bier jus. This plate was absolutely massive. Super easy to share. The pork knuckle was tender, moist and full of flavour. The skin had a nice chewy crackle to it. Everything else was delicious including the side of mustard sauce. - Bratwürst ($25.00 NZD) - served with kartoffelpüree, sauerkraut, haus gravy, pickled vege and Bavarian mustard. The two smoked pork sausages were excellent and well seasoned. We asked for this dish to be dairy free; they sadly removed the mashed potatoes from our dish but didn't replace it with anything else. - Debreziner ($25.00 NZD) - beef & pork sausages with rustic spice. Think there was about 6 smaller sausages. We tried one and it was tasty. - Rinder schnitzel ($25.00 NZD) - crumbed tender rump steak & haus gravy. Our other friend's dish. The schnitzel looked good from my end. Haven't had German food in ages and München impressed. A little pricier (to be expected as it's along the wharf) but good food and drinks.

Well the location and ambience are great, but it took over an hour to get a Caesar Salad and it…read morewasn't that great. Place was empty when we got there and I think I know why.

Found this place while walking along the wharf in downtown. It was a gorgeous autumn day with the…read moresun shining and I was starving and in need of a cold drink. There were bean bags strewn across the lawn area in front the historic looking restaurant front and I wasn't sure at first if you could get service there or if it was just a public "lounge" area. I found a large comfy bean bag next to a little table and basked in the sun for a minute or two before an attentive waiter came over with a menu. I ordered a beer and their lamb app. The beer came out quick and deliciously cold and the lamb took a bit of time, but it was worth it as it was cooked correctly, the meat was tender and flavorful, and for an app, it was very filling! They have an excellent selection of drinks (loved the local beer offerings) and a robust menu. I would definitely have come back for a full on lunch or dinner had I had more time in Welly.