New Wellington Openings You Should Visit This Month

From authentic Malaysian breakfast spots to cocktail hideaways and minimalist wine bars — here's what's fresh around the capital.
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Published on October 22, 2019
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    The Ribz Shak - CLOSED

    67 The Parade, Wellington

    This new takeaway joint specialises in generous servings of slow-cooked ribs, pulled pork and burgers.

  • Restaurant

    Kazaguruma

    272 Cuba Street, Wellington

    Contemporary Japanese food in the heart of Cuba Street.

  • Restaurant

    Wholy Mac

    145 Jackson Street, Lower Hutt

    Not your average mac and cheese.

  • Bar

    Birdcage - CLOSED

    38 Dixon Street, Wellington

    Head down the rabbit hole on Dixon Street to find this dark and moody cocktail bar.

  • Restaurant

    BambuchiSan

    31a Waitoa Road, Wellington

    This neighbourhood favourite has been given a Japanese-inspired makeover.

  • Restaurant

    Karaage Burger - CLOSED

    99 Victoria Street, Wellington

    Ramen joint turned burger dispensary.

  • Restaurant

    Rogue Burger - CLOSED

    101 The Terrace, Wellington

    Head to this compact little venue for big badass burgers.

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    Boom Burger - CLOSED

    35 Courtenay Place, Wellington

    This compact spot on Courtenay Place is all about burgers, fries and fun.

  • Bar

    The Puffin

    60 Ghuznee Street, Te Aro

    A minimalist wine bar that oozes class.

  • Restaurant

    Currizza

    43 Rugby Street, Wellington

    This new pizza joint serves up an unexpected blend of Indian and Italian cuisine.

  • Restaurant

    Brown Brothers - CLOSED

    12 Majoribanks Street, Wellington

    This new CBD opening serves up daring Indian-inspired European dishes.

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    Good Dixie's - CLOSED

    226 Onepu Road, Wellington

    This cosy little cafe is the latest arrival to Lyall Bay.

  • Restaurant

    Noah's Ark Teahouse

    Shop 102, 180 Lambton Quay, Farmers Lane, Lambton Quay

    Vegan and gluten-free bubble tea hits Lambton Quay.

  • Restaurant

    Kopitiam - CLOSED

    126 Vivian Street, Wellington

    An authentic Malaysian breakfast spot serving up kaya toast, Singaporean laksa and warming cups of kopi.

  • Bar

    Honey Badger Saloon

    125 Featherston Street, Wellington

    Visit this quirky Featherston Street opening for outstanding burgers and haloumi fries.

  • Bar

    Los Banditos

    19 Blair Street, Te Aro

    This new Mexican joint serves up overflowing tacos, wild mushroom quesadillas and flaming cheese.

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