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Top 5 Outdoor Dining Wellington

22/03/2024

Top 5 Outdoor Dining Wellington

Experience the best of outdoor dining in Wellington with our top five picks, each offering a unique dining atmosphere under the open sky. From vibrant patios to hidden courtyards, these restaurants are the perfect spot for an after work outing or weekend brunch. Whether it's classic sharing plates or unique Asian-inspired dishes, Best Restaurants has summarised the top local Wellington outdoor dining spots.

  1. St John's Bar and Restaurant

    Te Aro, Wellington, North Island

    At St Johns Bar and Eatery you can enjoy a blend of great food, refreshing drinks, and delightful company. Their menu boasts an array of small plates like ceviche, salt and pepper calamari, and maple and buffalo glaze chicken. For those craving something more substantial, indulge in their pasta, burgers, or larger share plates. Whether you're seeking a light bite or a satisfying meal, St Johns Bar and Eatery offers a welcoming ambiance to be enjoyed in their patio.

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  2. Olive

    Wellington, Central West, New South Wales

    At Olive, begin your day with a steaming cup of morning coffee paired with a delectable cheese and chilli scone, or elevate your morning with a revitalising Bloody Mary alongside Olive's signature big breakfast. With menus available for breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, and dessert, Olive has something for everyone. Indulge in menu highlights like the fried marinated pork ribs, pumpkin and tofu gnocchi, and pan-roasted lamb back-strap. Make sure to save room for dessert with delicious options like passionfruit panna cotta, or a curated cheese and wine pairing.

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  3. Southern Cross Garden Bar Restaurant

    Wellington, Central West, New South Wales

    For over a century, Southern Cross Garden Bar Restaurant has stood as a cherished meeting place for locals in Wellington. This is the perfect outdoor dining spot for a gathering with colleagues, friends, or family. The menu features diverse dishes, from brunch to dinner and dessert, and includes tempting options like cheesy garlic bread, fried chicken tenders, succulent pork belly, flavourful rigatoni, and soy-glazed tofu.

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  4. Karaka Cafe

    Taranaki Wharf, Wellington, North Island

    Karaka Cafe & Summer Bar offers a unique twist with its Hāngi-inspired cuisine. Karaka celebrates the essence of traditional flavours, from the oven-steamed Hāngi to the Eggs Benedict served on Hāngi Hash. Don't miss out on favourites like smoked pork belly, Hāngi-style pulled pork and chicken with chips, or their raw fish with coconut cream. With a long list of stellar reviews and a delicious menu, Karaka Cafe is definitely on our list of top outdoor dining!

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  5. Dragonfly

    Te Aro, Wellington, North Island

    Enjoy delightful Asian-inspired dishes and cocktails in Dragonfly’s hidden courtyard. Drawing inspiration from diverse Asian cuisines, including those of Hong Kong, China, Thailand, Vietnam, Korea, Japan, Singapore, Indonesia, and Malaysia, Dragonfly presents classic dishes with a modern twist. Indulge in starters like Wagyu orange beef tostadas or Taiwanese popcorn chicken before diving into main courses such as red duck curry or 55-day aged beef short ribs. Finish off with something sweet like their Korean twisted donuts or Vietnamese coffee mousse.

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