Despite other complaints about poor and delayed service, we did not experience any of that…read more There were four servers running around and it seemed that the work flow and deliveries were constant. We were properly advised by our server that their new menu had smaller portion sizes, yet my wife & I ordered too much food. (The portion sizes are still generous). Quality was good on average, though there are a couple of dishes that we didn't care for, from a personal taste thing. There's not any other restaurant that is open during the early part of the week, so this is the best choice. Best to come here before going upstairs to see a movie, but one can dine here without the movie experience. Good setting and lobby both in front & upstairs is a treat to see.

My experience at Coco's at the Roxy was similar to my experience with online dating about a decade…read moreago; and for anyone who has ever tried online dating, you know you never actually end up with someone based on whatever was written online. I read through some of the other reviews, and Coco seemed to be all style and good looks without the girl-next-door niceties and sassy-smart personality you'd find in someone you'd want to take home to Mother. Everyone seemed to come to consensus that Coco was a hot date, if somewhat inattentive and snotty at times. Was Coco really like that? Not on our first date. She was dressed elegantly, done up like a 1920s art deco doll. She was smart, attentive and knowledgable and made a lasting impression with her food. We ordered a ceviche to start, accompanied by well-made cocktails. The martini I ordered was dry and up, the Moscow Mule was fragrant and a good companion to the ceviche. Then came a duck for two. A half-duck with mandarin and middle eastern spices, a new take on duck a l'orange. Coco described her duck with winter vegetables, but my guess was that she forgot to change winter for spring as I saw asparagus, spinach and french beans; all of which are spring vegetables. The duck fat fries had to be the hot make-out session of the night, with potato wedges that had crisp and flavorsome exterior and fluffy soft interiors. All in all, I'd take Coco out for a few more nights, but she's quite a stylish lady and I'm sure she'll be happy with more suitors and attention from other leading men if given the choice.

Mainly a takeaway place but they do have 4-5 tables for eat in. Roti made fresh on premise…read more Price a tad more expensive but it's in the suburbs. Closes at 2p and reopen at 4p. Clean operation as far as I can see. They serve half and regular servings and priced regular servings about $3 more. Credit card ok. No toilet. Parking available around the area as there are other eateries around and a super mart.

Good curry chicken combo, which comes with soda and fresh garlic roti. Flat noodles with chicken…read morewasn't bad either. It's good to call your order in because they can get busy.

f I wrote this a year or so ago I would have given it five stars but that was back when they had…read moregood food and the best staff that were fun and friendly. We went back every week for those reasons. Now, I wish I had McDs instead. I made the mistake of having the Mac n cheese which has somehow gotten worse than my last attempt a few months ago. And the "strip loin" that I had every Thursday for over a year is now a slab of grizzle with meat so tough I couldn't get through it with the steak knife. What little I did shave off wasn't chewable. The staff was unsurprised that my meal was inedible and gave me what I was told was their policy of 50% off. Weird that they'd have such a policy but here we are. I guess the days of great ambience, service, and food are well over here. Time to find a new fave elsewhere.

Great food drink service and atmosphere. Menu has great options - truffle oil mushroom pizza is my…read morefave. The wallaby and Scotch fillets don't disappoint either. Great sharing plates as well!

Lovely Italian food purveyors who have a nice retail shop. We have gotten into the habit of getting…read morethe same custom pizza every Friday. You'd think we'd get bored. We do not. The tiny variations.... I've bought sweets and desserts too and they are also delicious.

I stopped making pasta when this place opened because their fresh pasta is so much better and is…read morequite affordable. Morning croissants and coffee are great, and the pizza at lunch is very popular. The takeaway pasta meals are good too, and they can heat them up there if you'd rather have a pasta lunch.

My son told Dad you have to try food in Polo We been walking…read morearound and stop by for snack But we end up eating soup It was amazing taste and appearance of the dish Thank You Polo

This is one of the best lunches in Wellington! It's a small cafe with great vibes and great…read moreservice. In addition to a lovely pastry and coffee selection - they've got a fantastic lunch menu. The folks I dined with spoke very highly of the burger and the fish special but I tried a vegetarian option - some absolutely delectable hash browns with fresh roasted tomatoes and a lovely arugula and feta cheese salad with a balsamic reduction. I will crave this dish moving forward and can't wait to come back for a lunch at Cafe Polo. Highly recommend!

Arrived in Wellington from Taupo around 3 pm. Checked into the hotel and researched dinner spots…read more Charley Noble came up so we took a short walk. Arrived right at opening. Seated quickly. We ordered a cider and beer. Dinner was delivered. Absolutely delicious. Perfect dinner. Perfect service.

This was my family and I's last meal in Wellington and this restaurant was a great way to end our…read moretrip here. It is beautiful inside and the staff are all very friendly. It is great for a nice dinner to sit down and enjoy a meal. We ordered quite a few appetizers and entrees to share as this was our last night here. We started with some raw oysters, smoke fish croquette ($9.50 each), focaccia bread ($9) with artichoke dip ($12), seafood chowder ($30), and the beef tartare ($28). Our favorites were probably the oysters and the focaccia bread with the spread. The oysters were fresh and we enjoyed trying them all. The focaccia bread went great with the spread as the bread was warm and the spinach dip was a nice cool dip to match. The bread was also perfect to dip in the chowder. For the entrees, we ordered a side of green beans ($14), fettuccine ($27|$37), Lumina Lamb Backstrap ($19 per 100g), and the Japanese wagyu ($85 per 100g). Our favorite out of everything was the wagyu. The lamb was delicious but it's not comparison after you have a bite of the wagyu. The Wagyu was cooked perfectly. The meat was not too thick of a piece to cut. The green beans were a great side to go along with the meal. The almonds added a nice crunch to the green beans. Overall, we enjoyed our meal very much. We felt that this restaurant was a perfect way to end our stay in Wellington!

Great food in a lovely setting inside a garden center and the staff were great. We hade an orange…read morealmond cake, salmon Benedict and a gluten-free portobello halloumi stack hash with a side of grilled tomato and an avocado salad. Everything was great and they have vegan, keto and gluten free options.

Always a great meal and excellent coffee too. Set in the garden centre with funky art chairs. Great…read morespace for all ages. Excellent counter food and menu options. Can be a bit noisy when full.

It is my absolute favourite cafe, the food, the staff and the atmosphere are all top class (just a…read moreshame my favourite, Potato Tiki, is not currently on the menu, but any luck it may reappear. I have never been disappointed by the food or the service, neither have any of the friend who have kept me company. One of my friends and I always grab a sweet treat each to take away. Also, even when busy, the cafe is usually not too noisy

Excellent breakfast and service. Best flat white in New Zealand! Nice ambiance though with some…read moretraffic noise.

This was by far our favorite meal in Wellington and the service was super attentive and friendly…read more We never went without food or drink or the staff asking how things were going. To start with the appetizers the Oysters with the vinaigrette were the best I had in New Zealand we ended up ordering more because they were that good and the ceviche was excellent as well. Our daughters lemon prawn pappardelle pasta was fantastic she soaked up every last bit with the delicious bread. Both my wife and I ordered fish which were both prepared well and delicious. If I had to pick one restaurant to go back and visit in the North Island this would be it. The ambiance was quaint and comfortable with a fun vibe. We would highly recommend Ortega and hope to visit again.

We were a group of 3 with hunger in our eyes and jet lag in our spirit…read more They took us in, and let us know we couldn't sit longer than 90 minutes due to the busy night, and sat us at the bar. We ate fabulously and deliciously. Everything I read the description of and assumed wouldn't be as good as it sounded proved me wrong. cocktails were divine. They let us stay long enough for dessert and smiles, and a lil chit-chat with the bartender. All the staff seemed to love their jobs, the environment was warm and inviting, and I always look forward to going again when in Wellington. Go! You won't regret it.

LOVELY HOME-MADE ITALIAN. DELICIOUS! I put Bongusto to the…read morelunch taste and quality test. I requested a Vegan option and without missing a beat, the friendly staff had many possibilities instantly available. I chose the soup of the day (potato and pea with fresh foccacia slices) and added some gourmet olive oil and fresh ground black pepper from the condiments cabinet and what was superior turned to magic. The soup convinced Me of Bongusto's commitment to quality so I went back to ask if a Vegan pasta option was available. A cannelini beans and sun-dried tomato ravioli with crudaiola sauce and toasted pinenuts was offered and I immediately ordered it. I asked if some green salad leaves could be brought out to accompany the ravioli and the waitress quickly appeared with freshly washed spinach! Absolutely creamy and delicious ravioli! Bongusto makes traditional Italian meals that are both meat, eggs and cheese based as well as Vegan. Pizzas slices are available but are all pre-made and then heated. Bongusto would move a blue ribbon notch ahead with made to order pizzas from a wood-fired oven. A non-Vegan selection of desserts is displayed in the glass cases. Tea, juices, kombucha, barista coffee, Italian beers and sparkling waters are also available. The one quirky thing about Bongusto is its location and decour. It's in a common mini strip mall and the interior design is a nice attempt at showcasing Italy, but when all is said and done, the location and the interior don't match the excellence of the all-star Italian chef who owns this gourmet sensation and for this reason, the dining experience is ultimately compromised. It would be most appreciated if Bongusto moved into a well-appointed space with a wood-fired pizza oven and a complete Vegan menu including desserts that compliment the clear cullnary creativity of its most professional Italian chef/owner. Check the Bongusto website for daily specials and by all means travel out of the Wellington centre to visit this superb Italian eatery.