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.

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!

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.

This is a reliable and popular cafe. It's spacious, but a little dark inside. The range of cabinet…read morefood is good and there's hot meals from the kitchen also. I've enjoyed the poached eggs with avocado, spinach and garlic mushrooms. There's a good hint of garlic in those. I like the sparking water on tap too - a good touch. I'll be back, thank you.

This cafe/restaurant has been a Wellington institution for over 20 years…read more Fantastic coffee and food. Great decor and excellent efficient staff. Stylish and funky for coffee, a drink at the bar or a meal in the restaurant

I spent a very enjoyable evening here for dinner with friends. Such a welcoming atmosphere and…read morelovely service. We enjoyed the special menu (Christmas menu - seems a little early?), which was great. We chose from three Entree and three Main options. Between us we had a very nice Melon Salad (nicely balanced flavours of the melons, avocado and feta) and the Rilette. For main, we opted for the Turkey dish and the Salmon. Both served very attractively and delicious. Wine was the Rose from France. A coffee to finish. A very nice experience, particularly the service, thank you everyone.

Coffee is superb - proper strong and they often get custom blends made. Service is irreverent and…read moregreat fun - prepare to smile

We've had a number of New Zealand breakfasts on this trip and this was the best. In part I was…read morehappy because it was easy to find multiple dishes that would suit my vegan-gluten free daughter. I was also pleased because the vegan-gluten free dishes were interesting to a non- vegan and really good. Of course, I had mine with a side of sausage. There are plenty of omnivorous options as well. The service was friendly and the coffee was excellent.

This is a really nice cafe, right at the waterfront end of Cuba Street. It was one of the few open…read moreon Anzac Day, so my companion and I stopped in for lunch. Service is lovely - friendly, responsive, sensible and quick. We enjoyed omelette with a side of avocado, followed by really good coffee. They have no problems adjusting menu items for dietary requirements, which is appreciated. The location means you can sit either inside or out and watch the world pass by as you relax. It's a really welcoming, relaxing, good place. Thank you, I'll definitely come back.

Haven't been to Arabica for a while. I remember it as a hip cafe with emphasis on the business…read morecrowd. The owners have changed since last time and not for the better. Had to repeat my basis 2 coffees and a muffin order 3 times and still wrong. Can't imagine how it would be if they were busy. Very average coffee and over microwaved bland muffin - blah!

Great coffee and food opposite The Intercontinental- great breakfast option for travellers, and a…read moreton cheaper than in house at the hotel. Warm ambience and accommodating staff make this a favourite that I visit every time I visit Welly. Recommend the avo and tomato on toast!! Awesome!

My husband and I went here on a Saturday without a reservation. It is not a large space and the…read morewait was going to be about 30-40 min, but 2 seats opened up and the server said we can have the seats! The service was really good - attentive, efficient, and explained each coffee selections, etc. It was very busy inside, and the noise level was loud, but manageable. This was my first time doing coffee tasting and it was really enjoyable. I highly recommend it. We also got there waffles which was very delicious! We loved one variety of coffee a lot so we purchased a bag. Would love to come back here again.

The Hangar was a nice surprise. It actually wasn't on my original list of places to try, but with…read moreeverything practically closed for the New Year's holiday, my husband stumbled upon it so we gave it a shot and we're both pleasantly surprised. As far as food is concerned, we both ordered the burritos and loved it especially with the barbecue hot sauce that they provided upon request and the aioli that was served to compliment it. The service was great. We didn't have a long wait to get seated and our waitress was very polite. My husband ordered the coffee flight and we both enjoyed the variety presented. We also enjoyed the ambiance. It was cute with a lot of nice eye candy and artwork to keep customers amused. Good job Hangar!

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