You can't pass this spot and NOT go in! The exterior of Loosie's is so eye-catching: bright yellow,…read morefunny "ad"-style sayings on the outside, and as you walk in, the interior delivers on its exterior promise. Walls covered in comics and vintage style marketing, black and white checker floors - this is diner themed to the max and it's perfection. We were going to get a greasy burger and fries here, but sadly their kitchen was down for the day, so we opted for a drink at the window seats while we watched people go by. Service is friendly and fun, and they have a cool bar in the basement that would be fun for an evening out. Highly recommend!

Up a flight of stairs, the Wholesale Boot Company is popping with energy and easily recognized by…read morethe amazing flavors wafting out. We had to wait a few minutes for our table (a good sign) and alit at the small bar, ordering a bottle of Sauvignon Blanc from a vineyard recommended by the manager (Dogpoint, in Marlborough). We chose a series of small bites and were soon shown to our table; food started arriving rapidly, everything delicious! Bluff oysters and tempura oyster mushrooms; prawn sambal tacos; sticky Vietnamese-style chicken wings; prawn/chili jam salad. Too full for more, other dishes also tempted; a half-chicken satay style, Jamaican bbq fish, and smoked fish croquettes, among others. A solid recommendation, make an effort to come here!

We came here the other day as we were in Wellington and strolling along. They had great reviews on…read moreYelp so it was worth a shot to check out. The restaurant is up some stairs in kind of a neat place. We were seated right away and given menus. There was a physical menu handed to us but they also have menus as well as specials written on different chalkboards. Everything sounded so delicious and it was truly hard to narrow down what we wanted. We chose to get several things and split them in order to be able to experience as much of the menu as possible. We started with the pulled pork toast which was delicious. It was a buttery toast with the pulled pork on top. It was similar to a crostini. Next we had fried fish with a salad that had some great ingredients. It tasted like it had olive oil with lime vinaigrette and red pepper alongside an egg. Then we also had the market fish which was kingfish I believe. It was served sashimi style with chili sauce. Last but certainly not least we had fried clams. I was surprised at how amazing these were! To finish off the great meal we ordered the banana donuts for dessert. And WOW is all I can say! They had caramel sauce with chocolate, and were so delicious. Also be sure to try the vietnamese lemonade. The service was fantastic as well. Will definitely be back!

Lox 'n bagel 'n bacon. So not kosher at all! . It's actually gravlax cured in restaurant. And it's…read moredelicious. Thick cut bacon is also delicious. So the food is nice; service not so much. Slow and lackadaisical. No one was walking around watering and coffeeing. I had to get up and ask every time we got thirsty. Pity really. Will try again if there's a different waiter.

Honestly this place is overhyped. Don't think I will eat there again considering the price of the…read morefood. The staff is awesome, cool & friendly, the decor of the place is very cool as well, but the food leaves a lot to be desired. My burger was tasty, but I couldn't enjoy it really because the bottom bun was so soggy that it fell apart after my first bite. Also tried the pulled pork, which was not as tasty as the burger & was extremely dry. The fries however are very tasty.

I would give this restaurant 10 stars if I could. After moving to the Upper Hutt, my family and I…read morewere recommended this gem by our super shuttle driver on the way from the airport. What an introduction to New Zealand's excellent culinary experience! The salmon benedict is fantastic, my kids loved the pancakes and there wasn't a clean plate in the table. We have been back a few times and it is always good and always fresh. My husband likes to branch out and try the amazing drinks that are all done in house as well. Go here, you won't be disappointed.

Very yum. Food is not cheap, but is tasty and well sized. Good cafe overall, and is nicely designed.read more

This was the worst dining experience I've had in New Zealand. We were treated like unappreciated…read moretourists. There was only one waitress for the entire restaurant. We were part of a group of 16 people. The kitchen was extremely slow, bringing out one or two meals every 20 minutes or so. After waiting 2 hours, I cancelled my order and left. Two of the people at our table found hair in their food. The manager became disrespectful when we told her we were leaving. This was truly a terrible experience in Wellington.

Food was average at best. The schnitzel dish was ok; however, the meat platter was just bad. There…read morewas a lot of meat on the plate and everything was tough and dry. Even the bread that they served was just plain white smushy sandwhich bread??? I don't quite understand why this place is popular but I guess it's because they've been in business for a while.

Delightful and delicous!!! What a gem of a place! I had the coconut lemongrass mussels with the…read morebest toasted bread- side order of fries! Tender and succulent with a slight zing of spice! Holy moley amazing! My hubby had the white wine and garlic mussels.. mmmmmm mmmmm!! Wow!! Sis-in Law had the fish and chips- BLUE COD!! Wowzers!! Excellent wine list and a view that cannot be beat! Service was excellent!! 5 stars!

We stopped in for some Green-Lipped Mussels that everyone…read moresaid we need to try. They are apparently the featured item in this part of NZ. This place is right on the water and the wait staff was very helpful. We tried an order and they were outstanding! I'm glad we tried some. We visited in Mar 2017

Came in by myself to try, despite only one Yelp review, which was poor. I will either verify that…read moreor disagree. Ordered a Lamb Vindaloo (spicy hot) with a Garlic Naan and Raita. The restaurant is spacious, very clean with fairly comfortable seating. Would easily accommodate large groups. The first bite sets the stage for a good curry and this one was excellent. A good kick straight away. The lamb was tender and I really enjoyed it with the basmati rice and the Raita. I ordered it "Indian hot" so unless you can handle authentic Indian, maybe go for "Kiwi hot". The portion size was quite large so come hungry or be prepared to take a doggy bag home. It was all excellent. My only negative is that they did not come to refill my water when it was empty. Overall very pleased and would come back again.

I felt sure this would be a great dining choice in Levin. It's on the main road and there seemed to…read morebe a lot of diners there. There's a popular takeaway out front with an inside dining area to the left. The menu was just as you would expect, no real surprises. We ordered the lamb saagwala and chicken biryani, but have to say they were disappointing. Small serves (even though we had not ordered the small option) and both meals, and the accompanying rice, were warm (not piping hot as you would expect). My best guess is they sat for ages in the kitchen before they were delivered. Also we had to ask for cutlery twice before we could start eating. Average dining at best, prob better to get your meals takeaway.

Eclectic on the inside, the Honey Badger is a great place for a long lunch or after work escape…read more They've got a variety of really really good burgers on offer, with vegetarian and vegan options too. Best of all, they are the only place in Wellington that offers authentic tater tots as a side. Nothing pairs better than one of their cocktails on tap, with the El Diablo being a crowd favourite in my camp. A cold beer or cider is fine too! Great atmosphere, great food and drinks, and friendly staff keep me coming back!

Visiting from California and I gotta say this is the most aesthetically pleasing bar I've been to…read morein New Zealand. The service is great, drinks are amazing. Definitely stop in!

Every trip I go on, there's always a standout brewery experience. On my most recent on to…read moreWellington, it ended up being Parrotdog and I can't wait to go back. This is a NZ beer staple, available on tap and in stores in cans. This is their new facility, just a few minutes walk from the beach. It's below Mount Victoria, and near the airport in a newer commercial/industrial area, perfect for a large working brewery and cozy taproom. The interior felt like a 70s living room, with wood, carpet, and nice lighting. They also had big windows for sunshine, and a large bar. Both regular and sparkling water are on tap, plus a bunch of local sauces to try. I was in on a Wednesday, which is $10 burger day; it was delicious with fries. This was also a spot I got two tasting paddles just because of the quality of the beer. Bartender Heidi was super friendly with me about the beer and swapping some stickers. It seemed like a popular working lunch spot as well, with lots of brewery employees enjoying a shift beer together. They have a large outdoor patio as well, plus clean restrooms, and a little brewery store with merchandise, beer to-go, and where the tour starts. This is on the Wellington Ale Trail, and is a must-visit for anyone in town that loves beer. Cheers!

We had such an awesome experience here! Our trip in Wellington was quite short but we definitely…read morewanted to check this place out. I ordered a flight and enjoyed all of them, especially the Marzen and Deadcanary. Tori was fantastic and made us comfortable during our time. We had just left the airport and had our luggage with us so we were a bit frazzled at first. We also had the crispy chicken and cauliflower appetizers, both of which were delicious. Most of all we really appreciated Tori's willingness to go out of her way to make our trip special. We will definitely make a point to come back next time we are in Wellington!

Excellent small hotel ideal for the solo traveler. difficult to find on line but easy to find in…read moreFeatherston. excellent bar and meals Plenty of off street parking and private entrance to accommodation.

This used to be a "gang" pub. For those not up to date with gang culture in NZ, it pretty much…read moremeant that no sane person would have ever gone in there! Enter Paul Rowan....a Manchester lad who has a pretty good track record in launching really good gastro pubs in the Wellington area. And he has done it again folks...the Empire is a great place to meet for a beer, have a snack or sit down for a good feed. Fish and Chips in newspaper......the PC brigade haven't reached NZ yet....or, in a first for the area, stonegrill meals...where your meat of choice arrives on a hot stone and you get to cook it the way you like it!!! Jazz on Sundays, Live music at the weekends with free sausage sizzle (it's a banger wrapped in bread) on Friday nights are all things that have made this the No1 Meeting place in Petone. If that hasn't tempted you...they have Giant Jenga in the ber garden.....