I enjoyed lunch at this eatery near my office. It's within the Press Hall - a broad, open and quite…read morenoisy food hall on Willis Street. The staff were very helpful to guide me through the best options for my taste and dietary requirements. I chose the Earth Bowl, but not the slow egg. I had a plain poached egg. It was served very nicely with generous rocket, some roasted cauliflower, broccoli, zucchini and carrot. It would have had hummus but I swapped that out for basil oil. It was a nice lunch. I'd come again as the things other diners had liked great too.

I've been so many times and loved every experience. The food and juices are always fresh and…read moredelicious. The coffee is excellent and you can't beat the view and the service. The staff had been very friendly and kind every time I've been, even during the busy lunch rush.

This is a nice place to grab a small snack or lunch when visiting the nearby Cable Car Museum or…read moreBotanical Gardens. It is a small place that offers a variety of coffee, tea, hot chocolate and other beverages. In addition there is a variety of pastries and such. Since they are small and offer a variety, there is only so much made each day. They may run out, so don't get your heart set on something. Likewise, they are always busy so you may have to grab a seat at a dirty table until it can be attended to. Neither of these things are bothersome, just be prepared for it. The reason for my 3 stars is because it is an average place to grab a snack and/or a beverage. Nothing special, nor anything that stands out. It is convenient if you are waiting to ride the Cable Car down the hill or simply need a break and a place to sit down. The view from the café is nice. The surroundings are quiet and peaceful. Note: there is artwork all over the cafe for sale. Very interesting to look at.

This is such a welcoming and relaxed cafe, I thoroughly enjoyed my visit here. On a winter Saturday…read moreafternoon, it's nice to step inside and enjoy the smiling faces and warm welcome from the staff. The cafe is quite large and there's plenty of seating. Music fills the air and there's lots of conversation from customers. I stayed chatting with my companion for a lot longer than I anticipated, just because I didn't feel rushed to leave or order more. It was a very nice experience, coffee is good and (although I didn't eat) the food I saw all looked very nice. I will definitely come back. Thank you.

The most consistently high quality coffee in Wellington. And easily the best cheese scone NZ…read more Sounds like hyperbole? It's not.

I had to have a late lunch and just hoped I get something decent. I tried this place. I ordered…read morefruit salad - it was on their breakfast menu, but they said "that's okay". It took longer than I expected, but it was well worth the wait. I received the most beautifully fresh, attractive and delicious dish ever. Along with the usual melon, there was grapes, apple, kiwi, pineapple, strawberry with pomegranate seeds and passion fruit. The accompanying yoghurt had honey drizzle too. Just fabulous. On a second quick visit, I got a Garden Salad to take away - it was beautifully fresh, once again. Delicious - thank you.

Stopped for lunch. Great friendly service and very fresh food. They were fairly busy with the…read morebusiness crowd but we received our food and desert rather quickly. I recommend stopping by.

Super friendly service and great coffee. Some home made treats, with the afghans being particularly…read moregood

The coffee shop that launched a hundred copies in New Zealand, Midnight Espresso was the beginning…read moreof the "coffee revolution" by the Kiwis. It opened in 1988 and while the neighborhood has changed (and calmed down a bit) and the patrons have changed (and are a bit more mainstream), it's a lively little spot with a fun vibe. Food is served around the clock starting with pastries and pancakes in the morning and moving to burgers and nachos later in the day. What's awesome about Midnight Espresso is that they are open late. Way late. 7:30 am weekdays and 8:00 on weekends, closing at 1:00 am. There's music, there's a fun vibe, there's some history. Five stars. This was the best flat white I had all week across five cities of New Zealand. [Review 468 of 2024 - 119 in New Zealand - round number 21500 overall]

Only place open at like 7:30am on a weekday. I was walking around Cuba street searching for food…read moreand found this place open with a friend. This place was cozy and eclectic with a chalkboard menu, displays of food and pastries, and people coming in and out for breakfast. My friend and I were impressed with the selection of food, lots of vegetarian and vegan options. My Midnight Big Brekky was really good and perfect for the day. Note: they don't have almond milk, but they do have oat and soy milk options.

This place is tucked away upstairs, and at first sight doesn't seem very special. But the menu is…read moreinventive and the food is excellent. The pancakes are to die for, the coffee is excellent and the the quality of food is high. In terms of ambiance this place probably deserved 4 stars but the food makes up for it.

AVOCADO TOAST ($15)- creamy feta, avocado, rocket, with balsamic vinegar and some kind of bbq…read morejam... On your choice of toast. Super yummy and filling. The grilled broccoli, feta, almond, and lemon salad was also delicious. Their breakfast menu supposedly stops at 11:30, so there is an odd gap between their lunch service that starts at 12, but they'll probably let you order breakfast all the way up until 12. Don't quote me on that. The ambiance is cute, but what cafe in Wellington isn't?? There's an adequate amount of seating. I noticed there were a lot of business lunch meetings taking place here too. Let me in on that! I swear, I thought I was going to turn into an avocado when I was in Wellington. Something about their avocados is just soooooo good. Overall, this is a good cafe, but amidst the rest of cafés in Wellington, there are others out there. However, don't miss this place! Only a flight of stairs off Willis st. Look for the sign.

Hubby and I came here for lunch after seeing how busy it was over the lunch hour on a weekday. The…read morecafe isn't too big and tables are packed closely together so I wouldn't recommend it for large groups, especially during meal hours or for families with strollers however there is outdoor seating also available which may be able to accommodate. We ordered the fruit crepe which was absolutely beautiful with whipped cream. The crepe was beautifully cooked with a slight crisp on the edges, and the fruit (strawberries, kiwis and bananas) were all served fresh alongside whipped cream. For our savory dish, we ordered the mixed platter with in house smoked salmon, green lipped mussels, fries and mesclun salad which we devoured in under 5 minutes. All in all, this meal was the highlight of our day in Wellington and we'd happily come back if given the chance. BONUS: Free WiFi

This is the new Brittany who has speared a spot on the block, since my last visit to Welly!…read more A great new cafe in down-town Welly. The service isn't all that fast but who cares, the staff are friendly and passionate enough about French regional cuisine to make up for it! It was the perfect spot for a lunch-time catch up with my sis-in-law who works for Adventure Travel across the road! It wasn't easy making a decision, we couldn't decide if we wanted to embark on a quick escape to Burgundy via the Beef Bourguignon or take a trip to the French Alps via the Gratin Dauphinois! In the end, we settled for neither and opted for steaming, hot bowls of authentic French onion soup, most generously topped with the grilled, gooey goodness of Gruyere cheese! From there, we journeyed onto the Western point of Brittany via their famous galettes! With over seven options to choose from, the crepes definitely rule this place! Bonjour et bienvenue au Cafe Breton!

My partner and I went to Havana Coffee Works for my birthday and had a great experience! Our…read morebarista was kind and informative. We both got flat whites (mine was oat milk and his was cow milk). Though the cow milk was (naturally) creamier, the oat milk latte was also super tasty. I really appreciate that they offer larger sizes! We also got a pizza scroll with cheese and jalapeño and an apple-cinnamon roll. I'd recommend asking for them to be heated up because ours were at room temperature. We got all of this for ~$26. The barista also gave us filter coffees on the house! It's a really cool space to hang out in for a few hours and I'll absolutely be back again!

I am a coffee snob. I like my coffee bold, and strong, and Havana delivers! This place is so cute!…read moreIt really looks like it was transplanted from Cuba. While the inside is small and pretty busy with what appear to be older locals gathering for morning coffee, it is so cozy. I ordered an iced coffee, and my husband got an iced coffee with ice cream! YUM! Both were very delicious and we each had a muffin (savory & sweet), which were very flavorful and filling. Through the large windows next to where you enter, there is a small warehouse where you can see them processing their beans (so tempting to grab a gigantic sack to go haha). This place definitely does it well- don't miss out!

Stupid good food, so fun, clean and original takes. My mouth thanks you, first place I ate in…read moreWellington and it's ruined allllll others. 10/10 would order 5 things for myself

A darling little cafe, very popular for visitors! It took a bit for a table to open up and for us…read moreto be seated - a testament to how popular this spot is even on weekdays. We arrived close to noon but craving breakfast, so got a bottled juice and a bacon egg toastie on gluten free bread. A very simple presentation with no garnishes or sides on the plate. We didn't explore much on the menu besides that, but my partner did get a pastry and enjoyed it. The space felt a little tightly packed and harried with how busy it was, and the ambiance/decor wasn't anything special, but it was a good cafe experience for our first day in Wellington.