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Best brunch spots
- 115Arthur's On CubaWellington CentralQuiet little quaint upper cuba eatery. The perfect place for brunch on a sunny Sunday.
- 224Nikau CafeWellington CentralOMG the sage fried eggs
- 345Sweet Mother's KitchenTe AroOn a lazy Sunday morning, I love stuffing my face with Sweet Mother’s enormous breakfast burrito.
- 418Ti Kouka CafeWellington CentralTwo words - Gingerbread pancakes! Who knew they existed, but you won’t be able to think of anything else once you’ve tried them.
- 511From sitting down for their eggs benedict or grabbing their excellent cheese scones on the run, everything is great for breakfast at Floriditas.
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Top coffee spots
- 133Flight Coffee HangarTe AroThe team down at The Flight Coffee Hanger definitely know how to make a coffee and how to make you feel welcome. The best baristas in New Zealand and the best coffee in Wellington keep me coming back.
- 249Fidel's CafeTe AroFidels on Cuba are a haven for vegans especially in terms of baking. The blackberry, peach and chocolate muffins are amazing and animal product free. Wooo whoo!
- 30The cafe for the nearby Peoples Coffee roastery you know you will get a really good latte here. The cheese scones are also awesome.
- 424Six Barrel Soda FactoryTe Aro$4 bottomless coffee, this is the perfect place to sit in the window and watch the world go by.
- 56CrumpetTe AroNothing like a cuppa joe and a crumpet.
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Posh eats
- 118Capitol RestaurantMount VictoriaCapitol is a classy establishment with beautiful meals and fantastic service.
- 26The LarderMiramarHead Chef Jacob Brown is a culinary genius.
- 320MatterhornTe AroLoving the new tasting menu, each plate a new taste sensation. It’s dim light interior is a great place for a date.
- 44STEEEEEEEEEAAAAAAAKKK!
- 56Boulcott Street BistroWellington CentralThis cosy bistro always puts on a good night of decedent dining.
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Fun ways to expand your mind
- 18Carter ObservatoryKelburnNothing like learning about space expand your mind (and usually bring on an existential crisis)
- 218Wellington City GalleryWellington CentralThere are always so many amazing exhibitions on and all for free. Great place to go on a lunch break.
- 310This may be my favourite place in Wellington, there is something really amazing about seeing wildlife in its natural habitat.
- 434You can get lost in here for hours, even days. I always find something new every time I go.
- 55The Met ShopTe AroThis is by far the most amazing store in Wellington, it has everything to entertain you on a rainy day and educate you on basic science.
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Get a taste of culture here
- 18Viva Mexico NewtownNewtownTraditional Mexican right here in Newtown! Get outta town. It’s delicious, it’s fresh, and the service is friendly. Love it!
- 27Little PenangWellington CentralThis is the most authentic Malaysian you can get in Wellington. Keith and Tee, who run Little Penang are so lovely and once you become a regular they will often give little traditional treats to try.
- 34Phu Thai EsarnTe AroI love spicy food and Pu Thai never tone it down for western eaters.
- 44K C Cafe & TakeawayTe AroOnce you go past the sweet and sour pork there is a lot of really traditional chinese food on offer at K C Cafe, chances are if you’ve never heard of it before it is going to be good!
- 57Domo SushiWellington CentralDomo Sushi looks unassuming but it is the most authentic sushi you can get in Wellington and great value.