Wellington’s Asian fusion kitchens reflect the capital’s appetite for bold flavour, flexible dining and ideas that travel easily across borders. In the central city, pan-Asian sharing rooms sit beside bars inspired by Southeast Asia, the Pacific and modern street food. Newtown and Petone add relaxed neighbourhood choices, so the experience can range from quick dumplings to a long dinner built around curries, grilled dishes and cocktails.
The most satisfying meals balance contrast rather than simply combining as many influences as possible. Crisp fried bites need something sharp or fresh beside them; a rich curry benefits from rice, salad or a clean vegetable plate; bao and dumplings are more enjoyable when the table also includes seafood or greens. Many menus are designed for sharing, which makes a group of three or four useful for exploring different textures without over-ordering.
Atmosphere varies almost as much as the cooking. Courtenay Place and the waterfront bring energy, music and later trading, while smaller rooms suit quieter conversation. Vegetarians are well served at several addresses, although gluten-free and allergy requirements should be discussed before dining because shared fryers, sauces and garnishes can complicate substitutions. Menus and service times change, so confirm the current details directly when a particular dish or dietary arrangement matters.

Mr Go’s
Mr Go’s gives pan-Asian street food a lively Wellington setting, using bao, dumplings and crisp fried snacks as the backbone of a highly shareable meal. Pork belly, fried chicken and tofu bao allow mixed groups to follow different routes, while pork or mushroom dumplings bring a softer, savoury counterpoint. Cream cheese wontons and Taiwanese-style popcorn chicken are richer choices, best balanced with vegetables or something bright from the smaller plates.
The Eva Street room is colourful and energetic without feeling oversized, making it a natural fit for a casual date or dinner with friends. Ordering works best in waves: begin with dumplings and one fried dish, then add a vegetable plate and a more substantial item once appetites are clear. Cocktails and sake suit the playful cooking, and the partly bookable room still leaves scope for spontaneous visits. Peak evenings can be loud, so earlier tables suit conversation better.
Address: 3 Eva Street, Te Aro, Wellington 6011, New Zealand
Mr Go's Menu
Bao
PORK BELLY
Twice-cooked pork belly, hoisin, pickled cucumber, spring onion
FRIED CHICKEN
Fried chicken, herb & peanut slaw, Sriracha garlic mayo
TOFU
Marinated tofu, Korean BBQ, spiced black bean sauce
Plates
PORK DUMPLINGS
Ginger & pepper pork dumplings, Sichuan spiced sweet soy
MUSHROOM DUMPLINGS
Shiitake & cabbage, peanut chilli oil
CREAM CHEESE WONTONS
Coriander, cashew, honey & ginger
TAIWANESE POPCORN CHICKEN
Thai basil mayo
KOREAN POPCORN CHICKEN
Smokey Korean BBQ sauce, pickled radish
POPCORN TOFU
Marinated & fried tofu, Fix & Fogg 'Smoke & Fire' peanut satay
CALAMARI TOAST
Fermented chilli honey, sesame, yuzu mayo
XINJIANG LAMB
Cumin-spiced grilled lamb skewers, peanut lao gan ma toum
MISO YAKITORI
Grilled chicken skewers, miso, lime kosho, plum vinegar tare
KUNG PAO CAULIFLOWER v2.0
Fried cauliflower, Kung Pao, oyster sauce, peanuts
TRIPLE COOKED POTATOES
Braised onion, Thai red curry, coconut furikake
BOK CHOY
Quick wok tossed bok choy, Momofuku inspired sauce
AVOCADO & NORI SALAD
Watercress, avocado, nori, cashew nut, miso
CHILLI CARAMEL PORK BELLY
Fried pork belly, chilli caramel, apple & herb
YUM PLA DIB
Thai-style raw fish, mango, cashew, fish sauce, lime
BEEF TATAKI
Sirloin steak, tamarillo ponzu, garlic shoots
CHICKEN SALAD
Mixed herbs, makrut lime, chilli jam & coconut dressing
TYPHOON SHELTER WOK PRAWNS
Fermented black bean, chilli, garlic, spring onion
VEGE FRIED RICE
Edamame, spring onion, cabbage, mushroom 'XO' sauce
Sides
STEAMED JASMINE RICE
FRIES
Skin-on shoestring fries, chive salt, Chinese ranch
KIMCHI LOADED FRIES
Kimchi, bacon mayo, spring onion
Spring onion Pancake
Desserts
MATCHA BASQUE CHEESECAKE
Whittaker's white chocolate mousse, raspberry
YOUTIAO FRIED DONUT
Tamarillo cream, walnut praline
DEEP FRIED ICE CREAM BALL
Kāpiti ice cream, ANZAC biscuit crumb, burnt honey, yuzu
PANDAN & COCONUT PANNA COTTA
Sugar tuille, raspberries, Thai lime

Dragonfly
Dragonfly takes a polished route through East and Southeast Asian flavours, moving from dumplings and small plates to curries, seafood and slow-cooked meat. Pork and chive, Thai chicken, and mushroom and tofu dumplings make an easy opening, while seared sesame tuna and coconut squid introduce freshness and crunch. Japanese golden curry, sticky pork belly, red duck curry and aged short rib give the table several distinct ways to build a fuller dinner.
The long-established Courtenay Place dining room feels theatrical, and the sheltered courtyard offers a calmer pocket away from the street. This is a good choice when one party wants cocktails and grazing while another prefers a conventional main course. Keep the order varied because the richest dishes can crowd one another; a tuna or vegetable plate between pork belly and curry makes the meal more coherent. The spacious format also handles birthdays and larger gatherings comfortably.
Address: 70 Courtenay Place, Te Aro, Wellington 6011, New Zealand
Dragonfly Wellington Menu
Something Small
Wagyu Orange Beef Tostada
master stock braised Wagyu, sweet soy, NZ orange, pickled ginger, Japanese mayo
Katsu Sando
free range panko crumbed pork loin, soft milk bun, shredded bok choy, Japanese BBQ, mayo, mustard
Taiwanese Popcorn Chicken
w- Chinese five spice, sichuan pepper, curry leaves, roasted chilli soy glaze / G+
Edamame Hummus
green soybean + Thai lime leaf hummus served with black and white sesame crackers / V+
Pork and Chive Dumplings
pan seared and served w– fermented chili Chinese red vinegar, tomato and crisp garlic
Thai Chicken Dumplings
free range chicken, fresh ginger and coriander, fragrant green curry broth, lemon grass oil
Mushroom & Tofu Dumpling
w organic tofu, portobello mushrooms, water chestnuts, cress, fresh ginger and garlic chives / V+
Seared Sesame Tuna
sustainably caught, rare seared yellow fin tuna, cucumber, nahm jim, coconut and lemongrass gel, micro herbs, rice paper crisp / GF
Coconut Squid
seven spice, coconut and sesame + wasabi mayo / GF
Something More
Japanese Golden Curry
Truffle infused curry, miso carrots, winter squash, petite potatoes, lotus root, enoki crisp, aonori dust, snowpeas / V+
Ginger Soy Chicken
free range chicken, lemongrass, turmeric, Thai lime, palm sugar, kecap manis, broccolini, coconut preserve / GF
Sticky Pork Belly
twice cooked free range pork belly, w sweet roasted chilli, spring onion and sesame caramel / GF
Red Duck Curry
five spice, roasted duck, fresh pineapple, long beans, cherry tomatoes, grapes, lime leaves and fried shallots / GF
Sesame Noodle Salad
w– edamame beans, wakame, miso+roasted sesame dressing, organic soybean noodles, wasabi crumb / GF, V+
55 Day Aged Beef Short Rib
slow roasted w– black vinegar, chilli, sweet soy, shredded bok choy, daikon, and candied coconut.
Salmon Two Ways
char-grilled salmon fillet on a green tea smoked salmon salad w– Vietnamese mint, cucumber, chilli, lime and roasted rice, hot & sour dressing / GF
Lemongrass Chicken Salad
w– free range chicken, pickled mango, shredded greens, Asian herbs, coconut crisps, coconut flesh, mango, coconut chilli dressing / GF
Something on the Side
Fresh Market Greens
tossed with mushroom XO with shiitake, water chestnut and black vinegar, crispy garlic / GF, V+
Massaman Potatoes
roasted baby potatoes with massaman spices and coconut milk / GF, V+
Duck Fat Fried Rice
Dragonfly duck fat, coconut rice, free range eggs, garlic chives and crispy shallots / GF
Edamame Beans
w– togarashi, sea salt and sesame oil / GF, V+
Something Sweet
Coconut Gelato
w– fresh pineapple, mint salsa and black sesame praline / GF, V+
Korean Twisted Donuts
w– miso caramel + coconut and puffed rice furikake / V
Dark Chocolate + Vietnamese Coffee Mousse
w– stem ginger + dark chocolate cake, vanilla anglaise, 72% Whittakers chocolate shard / GF V
Late Night Menu
GF gluten free / G+ can be gluten free / V vegetarian / V+ vegan
Wagyu Orange Beef Tostada
master stock braised Wagyu, sweet soy, NZ orange, pickled ginger, Japanese mayo
Taiwanese Popcorn Chicken
w̄ Chinese five spice, sichuan pepper, curry leaves, roasted chilli soy glaze / G+
Edamame Hummus
green soybean and Thai lime leaf hummus served with black and white sesame crackers / V+
Mushroom & Tofu Dumplings
w̄ organic tofu, portobello mushrooms, water chestnuts, cress, fresh ginger and garlic chives / V+
Coconut Squid
seven spice, coconut and sesame, wasabi mayo, fresh lemon / GF
Pork and Chive Dumplings
pan seared and served w̄ fermented chilli, Chinese red vinegar, tomato and crisp garlic
Thai Chicken Dumplings
free range chicken, fresh ginger and coriander, fragrant Thai green curry broth, lemongrass oil
Lemongrass Chicken Salad
w̄ free range chicken, pickled mango, shredded greens, Asian herbs, coconut crisps, mango, coconut chilli dressing / GF
Massaman Potatoes
roasted baby potatoes with massaman spices and coconut cream / GF, V+
Edamame Beans
w̄ togarashi, sea salt and sesame oil / GF, V+
Korean Twisted Donuts
w̄ miso caramel coconut and puffed rice furikake / V
Weekly Drink Specials
Miso Happy!
Special pricing on Dragonfly Classic Cocktails. So good we are not allowed to advertise it! Available Tuesday.
Suzy Wongs Mystery Wine Wednesday
$8 glass of mystery wine. Just ask for red white or rose! Available Wednesday.
Veuve Clicquot
$98 bottles of Veuve Clicquot all night. Available Friday & Saturday.
Double Happiness
Amazing Cocktail Specials from 9pm. So good we cant advertise them! Available Friday & Saturday.

Monsoon Poon
Monsoon Poon draws on Southeast Asian trading-port flavours in a broad menu of satay, noodles, curries, salads and spirited bar snacks. Firecracker chicken, sliders and crisp squid deliver immediate heat and texture, while fragrant curries and noodle dishes make sturdier centrepieces. Lunch tiffins are useful for diners who want several tastes in a compact format, and larger tables can spread across small plates before sharing rice and mains.
The Blair Street room is exuberant, with saturated colour and a busy soundtrack that suits a social meal. It is particularly practical for groups because mild, spicy, meat and vegetable dishes can sit together without forcing everyone into one set menu. Ask about heat before ordering if the table has mixed tolerances, then include rice and a cooling salad to create balance. The bar adds to the occasion, though diners seeking a quiet evening may prefer an earlier booking.
Address: 12 Blair Street, Te Aro, Wellington 6011, New Zealand
Monsoon Poon Menu
Nibbles
Garlic Crackers
V, VG
Prawn Crackers
Housemade Togarashi Spiced Peanuts
V, VG
Poppadoms & Mango Chutney
V, VG
To Start & Share
Combo Platter
a selection of our most popular entrées to share
Sweet Chilli Eggplant
crispy slices wok tossed with garlic & coriander; V, VG
Little Dragon Tacos
Southeast Asian shrimp in a smoky chilli sauce with Thai basil & citrus avocado on soft Naan bread tacos
Firecracker Sliders
our famous Firecracker spiced chicken sandwiched in a fresh bun with chilli mayo
Salt & Black Pepper Squid
panko crumbed with lemongrass mayonnaise & chilli crisp sweet Thai sauce
Vietnamese Summer Rolls
vegetables & glass noodles wrapped in rice paper, & served with a lime, garlic & chilli dipping sauce; V*, VG*
Crispy Gochujang Fried Chicken
crispy fried chicken dipped in our sweet, savoury and gently spiced Korean tomato paste
Thai Gulf Jumbo Prawns
steamed with fresh spring onion, coriander, mint & basil
Kanpachi Crudo
fresh raw fish cured in our spiced ‘Tiger’s Milk’ dressing of lime, ginger & housemate chilli oil, with red onion, cucumber & tamari pearls
Crispy Pork Belly
with fresh green apple, pineapple salsa & Lot 8 Flavours of the East Olive Oil
Baby Pho Bo
a smaller serve of our Vietnamese beef fillet noodle soup
Three Cheese Naan
stuffed with a blend of spiced mozzarella, paneer, cream cheese & onion; V
Malai Chicken
tender pieces of chicken marinated in yoghurt, cumin, ginger, cardamom & pepper then baked in the tandoor oven
Krishna Pakhora
cauliflower, pumpkin & potato slices fried in chickpea batter, served with a mint, coriander & tamarind dipping sauce; V, VG
Meat, Seafood & Vegetables
Wok Seared Salmon
tossed with jumbo prawns, scallops, market vegetables, water chestnuts & XO sauce
Thai Yellow Chicken
tender chicken in our yellow coconut curry with makrut lime, lemongrass & galangal
Large Kanpachi Crudo
fresh raw fish cured in our spiced ‘Tiger’s Milk’ dressing of lime, ginger & housemate chilli oil, with red onion, cucumber & tamari pearls
Butter Chicken
marinated tandoor baked chicken, served in our creamy tomato & butter sauce
Pho Bo
twice cooked beef fillet, rice noodles, bean sprouts, chilli, Asian herbs & crushed peanuts, in a fragrant beef broth
Black Pepper & Chilli Tofu
with wok tossed bok choy & broccoli; V
Charred Onion Prawn Curry
with garlic, ginger eggplant, capsicum in our Sri Lankan spiced coconut broth
25 Herb & Spice Indian Lamb Curry
slow cooked lamb shoulder in a savoury spiced curry with out secret mix of spices; this is a Monsoon Poon classic
Sichuan Style Vegetables
market vegetables, fresh chilli & tofu wok fried in Chinese hot bean paste; V*, VG*
Nasi Goreng
Indonesian spiced fried rice with chicken, squid, shrimp, market vegetables, chilli & a fried free range egg &
South Indian Spice Lentil Curry
dhal & kidney beans in a spiced coconut cream; V, VG
Gunpowder Spiced Crispy Potato Curry
smashed & crispy potatoes served on a creamy sauce of coconut, chilli, tomato, turmeric, onion & fresh coriander; V, VG
Shaking Beef
Vietnamese style wok seared beef fillet with garlic, spring onion & red onion, served on peppery leaves with a lime dipping sauce
Sticky Pork Belly
with a chilli caramel glaze & asian black vinegar, topped with a Chinese cabbage, raddish, peanut, mint & coriander slaw
Malay Hawker Style Fried Fish & Prawns
with a makrut lime, coconut, candlenut & chilli sauce
West Sumatran Short Rib Beef Rendang
Indonesian dry curry; slow braised beef with coconut milk, star anise & cardamom
Firecracker Chicken
chilli crumbed pieces wok fried in our famous hot Malay chilli sambal sauce
Salads
Thai Beef Salad
roasted beef fillet, cucumber, spiced cashew nuts, bean sprouts, cherry tomatoes & Asian herbs, tossed with a chilli, lime, lemongrass & ginger dressing
Peking Duck Salad
house roasted 5 spice duck with mandarin, capsicum, cucumber, mesclun, spinach, pine nuts & a sesame lime dressing
Bang Bang Ji Salad
finely shredded vegetables, rice noodles, crispy shallots, crushed roasted peanuts & sesame, soy, garlic, chilli oil & black vinegar dressing; V*, VG*; Choose from Shredded Chicken or Crispy Tofu
Noodles
Singapore Fried Noodles
rice noodles, chicken, shrimp, bean sprouts, red & green peppers, onion, chilli & egg; V*, VG*; MAKE IT chilli crumbed chicken +$3
Roast Duck Mee Goreng
udon noodles, house roasted 5 spice duck, red & green peppers, onion & bean sprouts; V*, VG*
Bangkok Street Noodles
flat rice noodles, chicken, market vegetables, tamarind, chilli, egg & crushed spiced cashew nuts; V*, VG*
On The Side
Bok Choy
with black beans, oyster sauce & garlic; V, VG*
Fire Crushed Cucumber
with chilli oil, soy, coriander, garlic, crispy shallots, sesame seeds & picked onions; V, VG
Steamed Seasonal Greens
with coriander & Thai basil pesto; V
House Side Salad
fresh leaves, cucumber & house dressing; V, VG
Rice
Steamed Basmati Rice
V, VG
Coconut Rice
V, VG
Uncle Paul’s Rice
tossed with fragrant spices & finished with fresh lemon; V, VG
Breads
Poppadoms
V, VG
Roti
V
Classic Naan
V
Garlic Naan
V
Condiments
$5 each
Peanut Sauce
Chilli Sambal
Raita
V
Chopped Chilli
V, VG
Mango Chutney
V, VG
Desserts
All desserts $14. DF - dairy free, GF - gluten free, NF - nut free, V - vegetarian, VG - vegan, * - available on request
Dark Chocolate Mousse
Topped with a mandarin & honeycomb crunch; GF, NF
Crème Brûlée
Lemongrass & mascarpone, with raspberry coulis; GF, NF, V
Vietnamese Tiramisu
Makrut lime, palm sugar, Vietnamese coffee & Mekong whiskey infused sponge, with coconut cream & a chocolate dusting; NF, V
Mango Pomelo Sago
With mandarin, mango, black rice and coconut ice cream; GF, NF, V
Malaysian Sago Pudding
Sago pearls set in coconut cream & served with palm sugar; DF, GF, NF, V, VG
Fortune Cookies (x4)
Kung Fu Kids Menu
For children 12 and under only. Includes a drink (Sparkling Apple Juice) and dessert (Mango Lassi Popsicle).
The Tiger
creamy Butter Chicken on a bed of steamed rice with a mini naan bread & grated carrot
The Monkey
chicken satay on a bed of steamed rice with a mini naan, peanut sauce & grated carrot
The Panda
Baby Pho Bo; Vietnamese beef noodle soup
Monsoon Classics
Rosebud
Fruit juice for grown-ups; Stoli Vanilla vodka, cranberry, pineapple, passionfruit, lemon
Ruby Tuesday
The ultimate pink drink; Absolut Raspberri vodka, Cointreau orange liqueur, De Kuyper Sour Rhubarb liqueur, grapefruit, lemon, raspberries
Ho Chi Minh Mule
A Monsoon Poon classic & a real treat; Stil Feijoa vodka, New Zealand Pinot Noir, cranberry, mint, lime, ginger beer
Mr Miyagi
The perfect thirst quencher after a bout of karate; Reid & Reid ‘Native’ gin, lemon, basil, elderflower, watermelon, cucumber, soda
Cheeky Pick Me Up
Espresso Martini
A great treat at any time of day; Jumping Goat coffee vodka, Baileys Irish cream, Mr Black coffee liqueur, Frangelico hazelnut liqueur, cold brew coffee, palm sugar
Banoffee Dream
A heavenly mix; Langs banana rum, banana liqueur, cacao bitters, caramel, coconut foam
One Night In Bangkok
A dessert lovers dream; Stoli Vanilla Vodka, Disaronno Amaretto, Crème De Cacao, hazelnut, vanilla, fresh cream
Ocean Dip
Finish your night on a high; Pallini Limoncello, Finlandia vodka, Galliano vanilla liqueur, pineapple, yuzu, crushed meringue
In-House Creations
Master Oogway
Our tiki-inspired Daiquiri; Monsoon’s 5-gold rum blend, Aperol, lime, tandoor roasted pineapple
French Quarter Fizz
A beautiful herbaceous homage to a French 75; The Bond Store kawakawa gin, Crème de Violette, lavender, lemon, kawakawa reduction, topped with prosecco
King Cobra
Sink your teeth into this one; El Jimador tequila, Vago El Manantial mezcal, tandoor roasted pineapple, cinnamon, lime
Shaolin Smash
Freshen up with this juicy number; freshly squeezed Granny Smith apples, Woodford Reserve bourbon, Jameson whiskey, turmeric honey, lemon, soda
Twists On Classics
Coconut Mojito
Picture yourself lying on the beach with this one in hand; Flor de Cana 4yo rum, coconut nectar, mint, lime, soda, coconut foam
The Poon-Tini
Refreshingly simple and oh so tasty; Svitlo vodka, Kwai Feh lychee liqueur, Dolin dry vermouth, elderflower
Malabang Mule
Like a Dark & Stormy only better; Black Tears spiced rum, Black Strap rum, ginger, palm sugar, lime, chilli, lemongrass, ginger beer
Silk Road Sour
Our silky smooth whiskey sour; Slane whiskey, Scapegrace Anthem, Fernet, ginger, smoked maple, lime
On The Rickshaw
Our Non-Alcoholic Options
Blushing Buddha
The ultimate poolside hydration; Black Dorris plum, jasmine tea, lemon, mint, soda; ADD IN Peddler’s Plum gin +$5
Kowloon Cooler
Long, juicy & refreshing; passionfruit, lime, lemon, bitters, lemonade; ADD IN Absolut Citron vodka +$5
Virgin Rosebud
A fruity little number; cranberry, pineapple, passionfruit, vanilla, lemon; ADD IN Finlandia Cranberry vodka +$5
Komodo Dragon
A thirst-quencher; lychees, grapefruit, elderflower, basil, lemon, soda; ADD IN Flor de Cana 4yo rum +$5
Happy Endings - Liqueurs
Kiwi Distillery Coffee Liqueur
Frangelico
Disaronno Amaretto
Mac Macadamia & Wattle Seed Liqueur
Whisky/Whiskey
Glenmorangie The Original 10yr, Scotland
Oily, Vanilla, Delicate
Laphroaig 10yr, Scotland
Peaty, Smoky, Light
Amrut Indian Single Malt, India
Smooth, Apricot, Honey
Tea & Coffee
Earl Grey
English Breakfast
Moroccan Mint

Lulu Bar
Lulu Bar looks across the Pacific rather than relying on a generic pan-Asian formula. Its shared plates bring together influences from Aotearoa and island cuisines, with preparations such as ika mata, oysters, fried chicken and skewers showing how acidity, smoke, chilli and coconut can work across one table. The cooking is colourful and generous, but the most effective orders leave room for a fresh seafood plate or salad alongside fried and grilled dishes.
Tropical design, music and an inventive drinks programme make Lulu feel closer to a night out than a restrained dinner. It suits birthdays, pre-show drinks and groups that want food to arrive gradually while conversation continues. Cocktails echo the menu’s fruit, spice and herbal flavours, although staff can help shape an alcohol-free route as well. Courtenay Place becomes busiest later in the evening, so an early table gives the food more of the attention.
Address: 31 Courtenay Place, Te Aro, Wellington 6011, New Zealand
Lulu Menu
Oysters & Mussels
Minimum order of 2 each.
Natural- Mignonette, Makrut Lime Oil GF/DF
Mignonette, Makrut Lime Oil GF/DF
Josper Roasted- Chicken Fat Butter, Brioche Crumb GFO
Chicken Fat Butter, Brioche Crumb GFO
Tempura- Wasabi Mayo, Furikake GFO/DF
Wasabi Mayo, Furikake GFO/DF
Baked Mussel- Coconut Cream, Crispy Shallots GF/DF
Coconut Cream, Crispy Shallots GF/DF
Bites
Rēwena Flat Bread, Herb Butter, Flaxseed Dukkah VO
Herb Butter, Flaxseed Dukkah VO
Pork Belly Donuts, Kewpie Mayo, Pickled Cabbage, Sesame (3)
Kewpie Mayo, Pickled Cabbage, Sesame (3)
Ika Mata, Fresh Fish, Lemon, Coconut Cream, Coriander, Prawn Crackers GFO/DF
Fresh Fish, Lemon, Coconut Cream, Coriander, Prawn Crackers GFO/DF
Crispy Squid Tentacles, Wasabi Mayo, Furikake DF
Wasabi Mayo, Furikake DF
Shredded Duck and Palusami Croquettes, Chilli Crisp, Smoked Aioli DF
Chilli Crisp, Smoked Aioli DF
Black Tiger Prawns, Luau Dip, Garlic Butter GF
Luau Dip, Garlic Butter GF
Rum Spiced Crispy Chicken, Sweet Chilli Mango Sauce, Coconut Yoghurt GF/DF
Sweet Chilli Mango Sauce, Coconut Yoghurt GF/DF
Edamame, Soy Chilli Sesame Oil, Lemon V/GF
Soy Chilli Sesame Oil, Lemon V/GF
Fries, Fennel Salt, Smoked Aioli VO/GFO
Fennel Salt, Smoked Aioli VO/GFO
Shared Plates
Steamed Market Fish, Spring Onion Ginger Oil, Coconut Cream, Miti GF/DF
Spring Onion Ginger Oil, Coconut Cream, Miti GF/DF
Brioche Roll with Lobster, Prawn, Kimchi Thousand Island, Iceberg
Prawn, Kimchi Thousand Island, Iceberg
Dry-aged Sirloin, Soubise, Horopito Chimichurri, Watercress GF
Soubise, Horopito Chimichurri, Watercress GF
Kalua Pork, Crackling Crumbs, Island BBQ, Pineapple Salsa GF/DF
Crackling Crumbs, Island BBQ, Pineapple Salsa GF/DF
Braised Lamb, Zany Zeus Mint Yoghurt, Miti GF/DFO
Zany Zeus Mint Yoghurt, Miti GF/DFO
Huli Huli Chicken Skewers, Pineapple Salsa GF/DF (3)
Pineapple Salsa GF/DF (3)
Charcoal Grilled Beef Burger, Palusami, Chilli Crisp, Smoked Garlic Aioli, Brioche Bun, Fries
Palusami, Chilli Crisp, Smoked Garlic Aioli, Brioche Bun, Fries
Josper Roasted Cauliflower, Masala Spice, Puffed Wild Rice, Curry Leaves V/GF
Masala Spice, Puffed Wild Rice, Curry Leaves V/GF
Eggplant Roulades, Smoked Mushroom, Kumara, Coconut Yoghurt V/GF
Smoked Mushroom, Kumara, Coconut Yoghurt V/GF
Brussel Sprouts, Bacon, Hot Honey Butter GF
Bacon, Hot Honey Butter GF
Duck Fat, Josper Roasted Potatoes, Soubise, Crispy Shallots GF/DFO
Josper Roasted Potatoes, Soubise, Crispy Shallots GF/DFO
Salads
Earth Cooked Beetroot Salad, Preserved Mango, Rocket, Feta, Macadamia Nuts GF/VO
Preserved Mango, Rocket, Feta, Macadamia Nuts GF/VO
Lulu Slaw, Chili Soy, Pickled Carrot, Crispy Shallot, Mung Bean V/GF
Chili Soy, Pickled Carrot, Crispy Shallot, Mung Bean V/GF
Kids
Fish & Chips DF
DF
Chicken slider, Lettuce, Mayo (x2), Fries
Lettuce, Mayo (x2), Fries
Dessert
Dark Chocolate Mousse, Koko Samoa, Burnt Orange, Caramel GFO
Koko Samoa, Burnt Orange, Caramel GFO
Piña Colada Custard, Chilli Roast Pineapple V/GFO
Chilli Roast Pineapple V/GFO
Panikeke Coconut Caramel, Kapiti Vanilla Bean Icecream
Coconut Caramel, Kapiti Vanilla Bean Icecream
$12 Small Plates
Available every Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Sunday. Not available in conjunction with any other promotions. Selected drink deals available with this menu.
Natural Oysters
Mignonette, Makrut Lime Oil GF/DF (2)
Baked Mussels
Coconut Cream, Crispy Shallots GF/DF (3)
Rēwena Flat Bread
Herb Butter, Flaxseed Dukkah, with Smoked Fish Pâté OR Palusami Style Dip OR Soubise & Horopito Chimichurri Dip
Pork Belly Donuts
Kewpie Mayo, Pickled Cabbage, Sesame (2)
Ika Mata
Fresh Fish, Lemon, Coconut Cream, Coriander, Prawn Crackers GFO/DF
Crsipy Squid Tentacles
Wasabi Mayo, Furikake DF
Josper Roasted Cauliflower
Masala Spice, Puffed Wild Rice, Curry Leaves V/GF/DF
Huli Huli Chicken Skewers
Pineapple Salsa (2) GF/DF
Brioche Roll with Lobster
Prawn, Kimchi Thousand Island, Iceberg
Duck Fat
Josper Roasted Potatoes, Soubise, Crispy Shallots GF/DFO
Brussel Sprouts
Bacon, Hot Honey Butter GF
$25 Special Plates
Available every Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Sunday. Not available in conjunction with any other promotions. Selected drink deals available with this menu.
Kalua Pork
Crackling Crumbs, Island BBQ, Pineapple Salsa GF/DF
Cocktails
Piña Colada
Havana Especial Rum, Blended with Homemade Spiced Pineapple and Toasted Coconut Syrups with a Splash of Lime
Saturn
The Botanist Gin, Mixed with Lively Passionfruit, Avo-Orgeat & Falernum - It’s Out of This World!!
The Mai-Tai
Clement Agricole Rum, Blended with a Mix of Caribbean Rums, Avo-Orgeat & Oleo with a Splash of Lime
Zombie
A Secret Blend of Rums Tropical Flavours; Grenadine, Cinnamon, Avo-Falernum, Grapefruit, Pineapple & Lime
Tiki Rosebud
Our Tiki Twist on the Wellington Classic! Havana Especial Rum, Cranberry, Pineapple, Lemon, Cinnamon & Vanilla
Aku Aku
Our Lulu Spin on a Tiki Classic! Sagatiba Cachaça, Peach Liqueur, Pineapple, Zesty Lime & Fresh Mint
Tikitapu
Havana Spiced Rum, Shaken with Blue Curacao, Tropical Guava, Pineapple & Fresh Lemon
Volcano Punch
A Tropical blend of liqueurs, and Fruity Flavours - Changes Weekly
Margarita
Olmeca Reposado Tequila, Shaken with Triple Sec & Fresh Lime. Served on the Rocks
Light & Breezy
Olmeca Reposado Tequila, Lychee Liqueur & Fresh Lime, Shaken with Mint, Finished with Schweppes Ginger Beer
Doris Plum Mojito
Havana 3 Rum, Mint, Fresh Lime, Homemade Doris Plum Syrup with a Splash of Soda
Feijoa Daiquiri
Havana 3 Rum, Shaken with House Kiwi Syrup & Fresh Lime - Sure to Brighten Up your Day!
Vitamin Bee
All Buzz, No Sting! Olmeca Reposado Tequila, Aperol, Honey, Orange, Pineapple & Bitters

Master Kong
Master Kong turns Asian street-food ideas into a large waterfront menu intended for sharing. Bao, dumplings, crisp vegetables, skewers and noodle dishes make it easy to move between soft, crunchy, spicy and savoury textures. Current offerings change, but the kitchen’s character is clearest when the table mixes a steamed or fried snack with a substantial wok or curry dish rather than ordering several similar plates at once.
The Customhouse Quay position gives the room a bright harbour-side energy, and the scale works well for work lunches, celebrations and mixed-size groups. Weekend brunch sessions are livelier and more structured, while an ordinary lunch or dinner leaves greater control over pacing. Service can become stretched when the room is full, so allow time on busy evenings and place the main part of the order together. Waterfront tables are appealing, especially in settled weather.
Address: 33 Customhouse Quay, Wellington Central, Wellington 6011, New Zealand
Master Kong Menu
Option tags, such as Vegan Option (VGO), mean the dish can be made that way on request: ask for that version when you order.
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Snacks
Garlic Butter Edamame
wok fried, garlic miso butter, soy, garlic chive v,vgo,nga,dfo
Prawn Crackers
salt n vinegar, togarashi df
Crispy Calamari
Sichuan peppercorn dressing, coriander, wasabi mayo nga,df
Cheeseburger Wontons
cheddar, pickles, smoky burger sauce (5pc)
Sriracha Honey Fried Chicken
ginger soy marinated, chilli glaze, pickled carrot, soy ranch, sesame seeds nga,dfo
Korean Prawn Toastie
sesame crusted, gochujang, spring onion, yuzu kewpie drizzle, furikake
Fresh
Crispy Shallot & Herb Salad
basil, coriander, mint, lime, ponzu v,vg,nga,df
Smashed Sichuan Cucumber Salad
cucumber, garlic, vinegar, sesame oil v,vg,nga,df
Som Tum Salad
green papaya, green beans, tomatoes, peanuts, fish sauce, chilli vo,vgo,nga,df
Beef Tataki
wasabi lime dressing, micro herbs, avocado, fried wonton, furikake nga,df
Crudo
line caught market fish, coconut, passionfruit ginger dressing, crispy shallot herb crumble, Vietnamese mint, green oil nga,df
Steamed
Fried Mushroom Dumplings
truffle oil, black vinegar ginger dressing, parmesan (4pc) v,vgo,dfo
Pork & Cabbage Dumplings
ginger honey soy, crispy shallots, chives (4pc) df
Prawn & Chive Shumai
yuzu sweet soy, chilli thread, chive (4pc) df
Roasted Cauliflower Bao
lemongrass, garlic, pickled carrot, mint, coriander, lime pepper mayo (2pc) v
Sriracha Chicken Bao
sweet-spicy sriracha, pickled daikon, coriander kewpie (2pc)
Crispy Pork Bao
sweet soy glaze, shredded cabbage, chilli mayo, sesame seed (2pc)
Duck
Kong Style Roast Duck
served with pancakes, cucumber, lettuce, pickled vegetables, hoisin, chilli plum jam, sesame ngo,df
Wok & Noodle
Wok Fried Seasonal Greens
market greens tossed with garlic sauce, yuzu soy v,vg,nga,df
Kong Signature Street Pad Thai
rice noodles, tofu, pickled radish, bean sprouts, garlic, chives, roasted peanuts, crispy shallots, chilli jam, lime vo,vgo,nga,df; add +7: chicken / prawn / beef sirloin / cauliflower
Kam Huong Hot Chicken
chicken thigh, chillies, curry leaves, dried shrimp, coconut, jasmine rice df
Sweet & Sour Pork
pork belly ends, Chinese sausage, charred pineapple, peppers, lime, ginger, jasmine rice ngo,df
Black Garlic & Mushroom Fried Rice
mushrooms, black garlic, Asian herbs, crispy shallots, ponzu dressing v,vgo,nga,df
Red Dragon Thai Red Curry
beef sirloin, red peppers, tofu, galangal, basil, lime leaves, bamboo shoots, coconut milk, jasmine rice vo,vgo,nga,df
Rice
Jasmine Rice
v,vg,nga,df
Sweet
Mango Sticky Rice
coconut milk, mango, coconut finish, mango sorbet v,vg,nga,df
Chocolate Molten Lava Bun
Vietnamese espresso cream, vanilla ice cream v
Caramel Street Monkey
grilled bananas, charred pineapple, coconut caramel, vanilla ice cream v,vgo,nga,dfo
Feed Me
For groups of 4 or more, $59 pp. All to share Kong style for the table. Add dessert +$13 pp.
Garlic Butter Edamame
wok fried, garlic miso butter, soy, garlic chive v,vgo,nga,dfo
Prawn & Chive Shumai
yuzu sweet soy, chilli thread, chive df
Fried Mushroom Dumplings
truffle oil, black vinegar ginger dressing, parmesan v,vgo,dfo
Wok Fried Seasonal Greens
market greens tossed with garlic sauce, yuzu soy v,vg,nga,df
Kong Signature Chicken Street Pad Thai
rice noodles, tofu, pickled radish, bean sprouts, garlic, chives, roasted peanuts, crispy shallots, chilli jam, lime vo,vgo,nga,df
Sweet & Sour Pork
pork belly ends, Chinese sausage, charred pineapple, peppers, lime, ginger, jasmine rice ngo,df
Black Garlic and Mushroom Fried Rice
mushrooms, black garlic, Asian herbs, crispy shallots, ponzu dressing v,vgo,nga,dfo
Som Tum Salad
green papaya, green beans, tomatoes, peanuts, fish sauce, chilli vo,vgo,nga,df
Mango Sticky Rice
coconut milk, mango, coconut finish, mango sorbet v,vg,nga,df
Chocolate Molten Lava Bun
Vietnamese espresso cream, vanilla ice cream v
Champagne & Sparkling
House Prosecco
Italy
Cloudy Bay Pelorus Brut
Marlborough
Cloudy Bay Pelorus Rosé
Marlborough
Moët & Chandon Brut
France
Moët & Chandon Rosé
France
Wine
House White Sauvignon Blanc
Marlborough
Dr. L Dry Riesling
Germany
Bijou Rosé
Provence
Spy Valley Pinot Gris
Marlborough
Fat Bastard Chardonnay
California
Cocktails
Pandan Slushy
vodka, pandan, green apple, coconut, lemon
Blossom Spritz
sakura infused Roku gin, Cocchi Americano, blood orange
Soju Shootout
peach soju, vodka, peach, lemon, chilli, soda
King Kobra
tequila, mango, pineapple, lime
Soju
Hani
Apple / Peach / Lychee (bottle)
Soju Beer Bomb
served with Monteith’s pilsner
0% Cocktails
Mango Nut
mango & coconut purée, lemon, pineapple juice
Spiced Pineapple Spritz
pineapple, chilli, soda
Berry Kiss
elderflower, strawberry, apple, lime, soda
Bottle / Can
Sol
Mexican lager
Singha
Thai pale lager
Heineken
Lager
Heineken Silver
low carb lager
Low / Non Alc
Heineken
0.0% Lager
Garage Project
Tiny IPA <0.5%
Sawmill
Nimble pale ale 2.5%
Non-Alcoholic
Coca-Cola / Coca-Cola Zero Sugar
lemonade / ginger beer / ginger ale / tonic
Red Bull
Red Bull Energy Drink / Red Bull Sugarfree
Juice
orange / apple / cranberry; pineapple / spiced tomato

Siem Reap Restaurant
Siem Reap brings Cambodian flavours into a menu that also accommodates familiar pan-Asian small plates. Fish amok is a natural centrepiece, its aromatic coconut custard offering gentler depth than a fiery curry. Beef curry, prawn and mango salad, soft-shell crab, dumplings and satay let diners move between rich, crisp and fresh preparations. A shared meal is most interesting when amok or curry is paired with salad and a contrasting seafood dish.
The Dixon Street dining room has a calmer, more traditional feel than many bar-led fusion venues, which suits families and groups who want conversation to remain central. Banquet-style ordering can remove decisions for larger parties, but couples can still create a varied meal from a few well-chosen dishes. Cambodian food is not defined by maximum heat, so ask about chilli rather than assuming every curry will be intense. Dinner service is the main focus, making reservations sensible later in the week.
Address: 99 Dixon Street, Te Aro, Wellington 6011, New Zealand
Siem Reap Restaurant Menu
Small Plates
Bao Buns (1 portion)
Braised pork belly in a steamed bao bun filled fresh salad.
Prawn Mango Salad
Prawns, dried shrimps, fresh salad, peanuts, mango and lemon garlic sauce. GF
Soft Shelf Crab
With curry sauce topped with coriander salad and shallots. GF
Pork Dumplings
Pan fried pork dumplings serve in chili soya sauce.
Vegan Dumplings
Vegan dumplings served in a spicy chilli soy sauce. VG
Chicken Dumplings
Fried chicken dumplings topped with coriander salad and shallots served with sweet chilli sauce.
Grilled Pork Belly
Chargrilled pork belly served with vermicelli noodles, fresh coriander salad, and a light, tangy dressing.
Satay Chicken
Marinated chicken, served with satay sauce.
Battered King Prawns
Served with house salad and lemon garlic sauce.
Potato Balls
Coated in bread crumbs, cooked in vegetable oil, and served with sweet chilli sauce. V
Spring Rolls
Your choice of chicken or vegetarian. VG
Stuffed Chicken Wings
Stuffed with vermicelli, water chestnut, onions, lemongrass and peanuts, served with sweet chilli sauce. GF
Braised Chicken Wings
Slow-cooked chicken wings braised in flavourful soy marinade, topped with a fresh coriander salad and fried shallots.
Peppercorn Garlic Prawns
Prawns stir-fried with garlic, onion and peppercorn topped with coriander salad.
Crispy Salt and Pepper Squid
Lightly fried squid tossed with cracked pepper, sea salt, and chilli, served with sweet chilli sauce.
Seasonal Combo Platter
(Served for 3 to 5 people to share). A combination of stuffed chicken wings, potato balls, spring rolls, satay chicken, battered king prawns, and roti to share.
Large Plates
Extra: Rice $4.00, Roti $7.00, Satay sauce $3.00, Vegetables $9.00. V Vegetarian option available GF Gluten Free option available VG Vegan option available
Red or Green Curry
Meat: Chicken $28.00 or Tofu $28.00 or Prawns $36.00. Prepared in our traditional spices, simmered with coconut cream and mixed vegetables. V GF
Beef Saramon
Slow cooked beef in coconut cream, lime leaves, galangal, star anise, coriander seeds, peanuts, red capsicums and mushrooms.
Braised Pork Belly
Braised pork belly with caramelised sugar, garlic, black pepper, hard boiled egg, bamboo shoots and bok choy. GF
Amok Fish
Market fish whipped with eggs, coconut cream, lemongrass, kaffir lime leaves, mushrooms, steamed in a banana leaf. GF
Ban Chow
Rice pancake filled with finely diced chicken, shredded coconut, prawns, bean sprouts, onions, served with peanut sauce and fresh vegetables.
Nhorm Salad
Meat: Chicken, Beef or Tofu $28.50. Your choice of meat mixed with fresh seasonal salad, peanuts, mint, lemongrass and coriander, dressed with lemon garlic fish sauce. V VG GF
Crispy Prawn Papaya Salad
Green papaya, seasonal salad, peanuts, mint and coriander, dressed with a lemon garlic fish sauce.
Char Kreang Chicken
Chicken stir-fried with lemongrass, kaffir lime leaves, turmeric, seasonal vegetables and topped with crushed peanuts. V VG GF
Stir Fried King Prawns
Meat: Vegetables or Chicken $28.50. King prawn stir fried with combination of vegetables and cashew nuts. V VG GF
Loc Lak
Sired-fried tender beef, topped with fresh salads and fried garlic.
Sweet and Sour Chicken
Crispy-coated chicken, smothered in sweet and sour sauce with pineapple, onions, and peppers.
Mee Goreng
Meat: Chicken $28.50 or Seafood $37.00. Pan fried egg noodles cooked with egg, onions, spring onions, and bean sprouts. (Seafood includes: Prawn and Squid). V
Fillet BBQ Pork
Tender fillet pork marinated in turmeric, lemongrass, topped with stir-fried vegetables. Served on a hot plate.
Pork Belly
Pork belly braised in our homemade sauce, topped with mango salad, served with steamed bok choy and egg noodles.
Lemon Grass Chicken
Sliced chicken breast marinated using our homemade recipe served with house salad.
Pineapple and Prawn Fried Rice
Wok-fried rice with garlic prawns, pineapple, egg, veges, and spring onion. GF
Seafood Sour Soup
A combination of seafood simmered in our homemade broth with pineapple, tomatoes, and seasonal vegetables, topped with fresh herbs. GF
Cocktails
Join us on Wednesdays for $8 wine specials and Thursdays for $12 cocktails.
Berry and Lychee Daiquiri
White rum, lychee liqueur, berries, lime, palm sugar.
Cucumber and Elderflower
Gin, elderflower, cucumber, lime, soda.
Paloma
Tequila, Grapefruit, Lime, and Soda.
Tuk Tuk
Cognac, triple sec, lemon, and basil.
Mocktails
Passionfruit & Berry Mojito
Passionfruit, seasonal berries, lime, mint, soda.
Nikita
Pineapple, lime, passionfruit and lemongrass.
Passion Limeade
Passionfruit, lemon, lime and sprite
Soft Drinks
Served in a glass.
Coke, Diet Coke, Sprite, Soda Water, Tonic Water
Sparkling Water
Soda, lime & mint; Ginger beer; Lemon lime & bitters
Bubbly
Glass / Bottle
The Maker “The Jewel” Brut NV, France
Yarra Burn Prosecco, Australia
Allan Scott Cecilia Brut NV, Marlborough Vegan Friendly
Piper Heidsieck Brut NV, France
Syrah | Shiraz | Rich Reds
Full Bodied With Spice. Glass / Bottle
Brookfields Back Block Syrah, Hawke’s Bay Vegan Friendly
Kilikanoon 'The Lacky' Shiraz, Clare Valley
Grant Burge Barossa Ink Shiraz, Barossa
Pasqua Desire Lush And Zin, Italy
Cabernet | Merlot | Blends
Bold & Earthy. Glass / Bottle
Willowglen Cabernet Merlot, New South Wales
Arrogant Frog Organic Cabernet Merlot, France
Trinity Hill Merlot, Hawke's Bay
Dark Horse Cabernet Sauvignon, California
Spirits
Short / Tall. Double served unless otherwise requested.
Spirits
Double served unless otherwise requested.
Remy Martin VSOP Cognac
Courvoisier VS Cognac
Hennessy VSOP
Beer
Glass
Tiger, Singha, Kingfisher
Monteith’s Black
Steinlager Pure, Heineken, Corona, Stella Artois
Panhead Supercharger

Chow Tory Street
Chow has built its identity around approachable Asian fusion plates that can be combined without ceremony. Rice-paper rolls, prawn summer rolls and crisp salads bring freshness, while mushroom cream cheese wontons, popcorn tofu, Korean chicken and dumplings cover the comfort-food side of the menu. Curries, bao and crisp pork pancakes add enough weight for dinner, and the range of vegetable dishes gives plant-based diners genuine choice rather than a token substitute.
The Tory Street space is central and informal, useful for a pre-cinema meal or a table where appetites and budgets differ. A balanced order might pair one dumpling or wonton plate with a salad, a vegetable dish and a curry, avoiding an overload of fried starters. The room can move quickly during popular service periods, so mention any dietary requirement clearly and allow time when the city is busy. Cocktails and late trading extend its usefulness beyond a simple dinner stop.
Address: 45 Tory Street, Te Aro, Wellington 6011, New Zealand
Chow Tory Street Menu
Fresh & Salads
Vietnamese rice paper rolls
Vermicelli, red pepper, mint, coriander
Prawn summer rolls
Chives, coriander, lettuce, hoisin sauce
Grilled chicken salad
Roasted cashews, red cabbage, coriander, mint, carrot & coconut lime dressing
Crispy pork salad
Baby cos lettuce, vietnamese mint, sprouts, ginger, chilli lime soy dressing
Thai Beef Salad
Rare seared beef, cherry tomatoes, Thai basil, red capsicum, spring onion, and coriander, with a zingy nam jim, roasted peanuts & fresh lime
Soul Food
Vegetable spring rolls
Cos lettuce, sweet chilli
BBQ cauliflower
Chickpea-battered cauliflower tossed in sticky char siu BBQ sauce
Mushroom cream cheese wonton
White button mushrooms, garlic, spring onion, soy sauce & vegan cream cheese, hoisin sauce
Popcorn tofu
Sweet & sour plum sauce
Blue cheese & peanut wontons
Berry coulis
Salt & pepper squid
Wasabi mayo
Phoenix & dragon dumplings
Chicken & prawn minced with ginger,spring onion & coriander, chilli soy sauce
Korean style fried chicken
Buttermilk brined then air dried, fried crispy & served coated in sticky sauce
Curry
Vegetable jungle curry
Roast vegetables, kaffir lime, tofu & coriander
Five-spice yellow chicken curry
Roast chicken, cherry tomatoes, peas & beans
Smoky red duck curry
Sticky seaseme & garlic marinated roast duck, cherry tomatoes, bamboo, and green beans
Mussaman lamb curry
Braised lamb shoulder, kūmara, coriander & roasted peanuts
Steam
Angry edemame
Sea salt, sesame, ginger, garlic, maple, soy sauce
Potstickers
Garam masala roasted pumpkin, cashew, red onion coriander, chilli coconut lime dressing & chilli toasted pumpkin seeds finished on the grill
Prawn laksa dumplings
Prawn & lemongrass dumplings served in a Malaysian-style laksa sauce with galangal & yellow egg noodles
Sichuan-style pork dumplings
Pork, chive, garlic, ginger, served in hot & sour chilli oil
Grill
Beggars purse
Leek, bamboo, mushroom, peanuts red raspberry vinegar
Thai-style fish cakes
White fish, red curry paste, coriander,lime, green beans with Nahn prik dipping sauce
Salmon parcels
Spinach & cashew pesto, pickled ginger, garlic soy sauce
Chicken satay
Cucumber, peanut sauce
Crispy pork pancakes
Spring onion, chow pickles, hoisin sauce
Cross cut beef rib
Marinated for 24 hours in kiwi fruit, coconut cream, black pepper, star anise. Grilled to medium-rare, glazed with teriyaki sauce
Sides
Chinese greens
Black bean
Udon noodles
Sweet garlic soy
Roti chenai
Satay sauce
Jasmine rice
Coconut rice
Bao
Jackfruit
Five-spice pulled jackfruit, red cabbage, carrot, coriander & bang-bang vegan mayo
Karaage chicken
Red cabbage & onion pickle, carrot & coriander, sriracha mayo
Roast pork belly
Pickled carrot, diakon, coriander, kecap manis, sriracha mayo
Feed Me Menu – Three Course Set Menu
Three course set menu for $69pp. Available Tuesday – Sunday, minimum 6 people.
Vietnamese rice paper rolls
Vermicelli, red pepper, mint, coriander
Angry edemame
Sea salt, sesame, ginger, garlic, maple, soy sauce
Grilled chicken salad
Roasted cashews, red cabbage, coriander,mint, carrot & coconut lime dressing
Cheat’s duck lettuce cups
Chilli hoison glazed mock-duck, baby cos lettuce,shiitake mushrooms, vermicelli, capsicum & cherry tomatoes
Mushroom cream cheese wonton
White button mushrooms, garlic, spring onion,soy sauce & vegan cream cheese, hoisin sauce
Phoenix & dragon dumplings
Chicken & prawn minced with ginger,spring onion & coriander, chilli soy sauce
Salmon parcels
Spinach & cashew pesto,pickled ginger, garlic soy sauce
Sichuan-style pork dumplings
Pork, chive, garlic, ginger, served in hot & sour chilli oil
Chicken satay
Cucumber, peanut sauce
Vegetable jungle curry
Roast vegetables, kaffir lime,tofu & coriander
Mussaman lamb curry
Braised lamb shoulder, Kūmara,coriander & roasted peanuts
Chinese greens
Black bean
Jasmine & coconut rice
Feed Me Menu – Two Course Set Menu
Two course set menu for $49pp. Available Tuesday – Sunday, minimum 6 people.
Vietnamese rice paper rolls
Vermicelli, red pepper, mint, coriander
Angry edemame
Sea salt, sesame, ginger, garlic, maple, soy sauce
Mushroom cream cheese wonton
White button mushrooms, garlic, spring onion,soy sauce & vegan cream cheese, hoisin sauce
Grilled chicken salad
Roasted cashews, red cabbage, coriander,mint, carrot & coconut lime dressing
Phoenix & dragon dumplings
Chicken & prawn minced with ginger,spring onion & coriander, chilli soy sauce
Sichuan-style pork dumplings
Pork, chive, garlic, ginger, served in hot & sour chilli oil
BBQ tofu skewers
Nori furikake, white miso dressing
Vegetable jungle curry
Roast vegetables, kaffir lime,tofu & coriander
Jasmine & coconut rice
Express Lunch
Available Tuesday – Sunday from 12noon until 4pm. Choose your broth, choose 2 dishes, choose your rice. Add drink $7. Add dessert $5.
Miso
Wakame & tofu
Beef Pho
Mung bean and togarashi
Vietnamese rice paper rolls
Vermicelli, red pepper, mint, coriander
Vegetable jungle curry
Roast vegetables, kaffir lime, tofu & coriander
Crispy Tofu Salad
Baby cos lettuce, vietnamese mint, sprouts, ginger, chilli lime soy
Beggars Purse
Leek, bamboo, mushroom, peanuts red raspberry vinegar
Thai-style fish cakes
Line-caught tarakihi, red curry paste, coriander, lime, green beans with nahn prik dipping sauce
Buttermilk fried chicken
Yuzu kosho mayo
Sichuan-style pork dumplings
Pork, chive, garlic, ginger, served in hot & sour chilli oil
Jasmine rice
Coconut rice
Tiger Crystal Ultra - Lager 4.2%
285ml
Nevis Bluff - Pinot Blanc
Central Otago, NZ
Faustino Bodegas - Tempranillo
La Macha, ES
Classic Peach Iced tea
with Seasonal fruit
Banoffee Wontons
Banana, nutella, salted caramel
Chow Cocktails
Rosebud
Vanilla vodka, passionfruit, lemon, pineapple & cranberry juices
Doctor Hu
Mango vodka, house made hibiscus syrup, lemon juice, lemonade & fresh orange
Fun Fun Fooey
Vodka, passionfruit, bitters, fresh lime, mint & ginger beer
Watermelon Sugar High ^
Watermelon infused pink gin, lemon juice, soda water, lime & summer evening strawberry foam
Classic Cocktails
Classics are not included in any 2-for-1 promotions
Aperol Spritz
Aperol, Prosecco, soda water, orange slice
Cosmopolitan
Vodka, triple sec, cranberry juice & lime juice
Martini
Gin or vodka, dry vermouth, lemon twist or olive
Negroni
Gin, Campari, sweet vermouth, orange twist
Wine List – White
G = Glass, B = Bottle
Nga Waka Sauvignon Blanc
Martinborough, Wairarapa, NZ. Bright & refreshing. Lime, passionfruit & mineral drive
Greywacke Sauvignon Blanc
Central Wairau Plains & Southern Valleys, Marlborough, NZ. Vibrant & expressive. Nectarine, citrus zest & fresh herbs with bright acidity with a long, refreshing finish
Nevis Bluff ‘Duke of Cromwell’ Pinot Blanc
Pisa, Central Otago, NZ. Elegant & balanced. White peach, lemon curd & refined finish
Urlar Riesling
Gladstone, Wairarapa, NZ. Dry. Perfumed & vibrant. Lime blossom, citrus & a long, crisp finish
Wine List – Red
G = Glass, B = Bottle. Arranged from lighter to fuller-bodied
Faustino Bodegas ‘Finca Los Trenzones’ Tempranillo Crianza
D.O. La Mancha, ES. Smooth & juicy. Red berries, plum & gentle spice
Opawa Pinot Noir
Wairau Valley, Marlborough, NZ. Silky & elegant. Red cherry, cranberry & soft savoury notes
Akarua Pinot Noir
Bannockburn, Central Otago, NZ. Rich & expressive. Black cherry, blackberry & dark plum with impressive depth
Palliser Estate Pinot Noir
Martinborough Terrace, Wairarapa, NZ. Complex & structured. Black cherry, dark plum & savoury spice. Fine tannins frame a concentrated palate with impressive length
Beer
Tiger Crystal Ultra
Low carb - Lager 4.2%. Singapore
Hard Rated Hazy Lemonade
Melbourne VIC, AU - 6.0%
Guest Tap
We have a special rotating tap, ask one of our friendly staff about it
Garage Project BEER
Wellington – Hoppy Lager – 330ml Can – 4.8%
Spirits
Haku
Prestige Japanese vodka
Nemiroff
Smooth honeyed heat & spice
Southward
Clean & pure from Cuba Street
Roku Japanese Gin
Sakura flower, sencha green tea, sansho pepper
Non-Alcoholic Cocktails
Rosepetal
Chow’s iconic Rosepetal has been a favorite for over 20 years. With passionfruit, lemon, & pineapple & cranberry juices, it’s a perfectly balanced burst of flavor.
Southeast Spritz
Strawberry & watermelon, lime, lemongrass, thai basil & soda
Blood Moon Mule
ginger beer, spiced hibiscus syrup, fresh lime & mint
Non-Alcoholic – Teas
English Breakfast
Earl Grey
Organic Green

Hideout
Hideout combines Chinese, Southeast Asian and contemporary comfort-food influences in a compact Courtenay Place room. Dumplings and bao are easy entry points, while noodles, rice dishes and curries provide a more substantial meal. The kitchen often uses chilli, aromatic sauces and crisp garnishes to create contrast, so combining one rich dish with vegetables or a lighter plate produces a more balanced table than doubling up on sweetness or heat.
Its tucked-away position feels intimate despite the busy entertainment precinct outside. Couples can keep dinner simple with dumplings and noodles, while groups have enough variety to share more widely. Diners who are sensitive to spice should describe their tolerance when ordering, as names alone do not always signal intensity. Takeaway is also part of the operation, but eating in preserves the texture of fried dishes and lets the room’s warm, hidden-away character do more of the work.
Address: 11C Courtenay Place, Te Aro, Wellington 6011, New Zealand
Hideout Menu
Bites + Sharing
V - Vegetarian, VE - Vegan, GF - Gluten-Free, * - Option available.
Siraccha Slam Tacos (2 pcs)
Pork belly, Asian slaw, kimchi, sriracha mayo, spicy hoisin sauce, crispy shallots, spring onion and pickled cucumber in a soft tortilla shell. (GF*)
Cream Cheese and Chive Wontons
With spiced plum sauce. (V)
Korean BBQ Fried Chicken
Crispy fried chicken with homemade Korean BBQ sauce.
Popcorn Cauliflower
With spiced hoisin sauce. (VE)
Homemade Spring Rolls (3 pcs halved)
Lemongrass chicken or vegetable + vermicelli with spiced plum sauce (VE*).
Cheesy Spring Roll (3 pcs)
Cream cheese, mozzarella, chives & coriander.
Salt & Pepper Squid
With homemade spice mix and sriracha mayo.
Salt & Pepper Tofu
With homemade spice mix and spiced hoisin sauce. (VE, GF)
Hideout Loaded Fries
Hideout hoisin sauce, salted peanuts, kimchi, spring onion, coriander. (V, GF*)
Takoyaki
Japanese fried octopus with bonito flakes and traditional takoyaki sauce.
Edamame
With Chinese spices. (VE, GF)
Stir-Fried Greens
Seasonal vegetables, cashews and fried shallots with honey soy sauce. (VE*, GF*)
Three Delight Stir-Fry
Potato, capsicum, and eggplant in a stickygarlic sauce. (VE)
Vietnamese Lettuce Cup
Pork mince, fresh chilli, spring onion, coriander with sweet chilli lemon sauce (DF, GF)
Salads
Chicken Salad
Lemongrass free-range chicken, mango, fried shallots, pumpkin seeds, cashew nuts, red cabbage, mung bean sprout, mint, coriander with creamy chilli dressing. (GF, DF, V*)
Hanoi Pork Salad
Roast Hanoi pork, fried garlic, green beans, pumpkin seeds, peanuts, fresh orange, mint, with sweet chilli lemon dressing. (GF, DF, V*)
Dumplings (6 pcs)
Umami Bomb Dumplings
Pork, chicken or vegetable. Pan fried with Japanese mayo, teriyaki sauce, benito flakes and sesame. (V*)
Dragons Breath Dumplings
Pork, chicken or vegetable. Pan fried with siracha sauce, spring onion, crispy shallots and sesame. (VE*)
OG
Pork, chicken or vegetable. Pan fried with siracha mayo, crispy onion, coriander, spring onion, crushed peanuts and sesame. (VE*)
Mama’s Spicy Dumplings
Pork, chicken or vegetable. Pan fried with a spicy mama sauce, spring onion, coriander and sesame. (VE*)
Zhong Dumplings
Pork or chicken or vegetable. Steamed with sichuan spiced red sugar sauce, spring onion, coriander and peanuts. (VE*)
Chilli Oil Dumplings
Pork or chicken or vegetable. Steamed with chilli, sesame, spring onion, coriander and peanuts. (VE*)
Pan Fried Dumplings
Pork or chicken or vegetable with spiced plum sauce. (VE*)
Bao Buns
Braised Pork Bao
Braised pork, lettuce, pickled cucumber with spicy hoisin sauce.
Chicken Bao
Five-spiced chicken, lettuce, chopped peanuts, pickled cucumber with sriracha mayo.
Kimchi Chicken Bao
Crumbed chicken, kimchi, sesame seeds, crispy onions with Korean BBQ sauce.
Eggplant Bao
Crumbed eggplant, slaw, fresh cucumber, fried onions with spiced hoisin sauce. (VE)
Sides
Steamed Rice
Coconut Rice
Asian Slaw
Fries
Bigger Plates
Sweet & Sour Stir-Fry
Pork, chicken or tofu bites, capsicum and fresh pineapple served with rice. (VE*)
Orange Stir-Fry
Beef, chicken, or tofu bites with cauliflower in homemade orange sauce served with rice. (VE*, GF*)
Sweet & Sour Spare Ribs
Juicy pork spare ribs slow-cooked until tender, glazed in a vibrant sweet and tangy sauce made with vinegar, sugar, soy sauce and honey ginger.
General Tso’s Chicken
Golden fried chicken tossed in a bold, sweet and tangy garlic-soy glaze, with a touch of heat. Served with steamed broccoli, carrot and capsicum.
Black Pepper Sizzling Plate
Beef or tofu bites with onion and capsicum in a black pepper sauce served on a sizzling plate. (VE*, GF*)
Braised Pork Belly
Tender, slow-braised pork belly simmered in a rich, soy-based sauce infused with ginger, garlic, star anise, and shaoxing wine. Served with bokchoy.
Braised Beef Brisket
Slow-cooked beef brisket in a fragrant soy-based broth with ginger, garlic, star anise and broccoli with a kick of mild heat.
Chicken Curry
Tender chicken simmered in a rich and fragrant curry sauce. (GF)
Sichuan-Style Fish Fillet
Bean sprout, bokchoy, sichuan pepper sauce.
Sumthin’ Fish
Battered fish with Asian slaw. Choose either sweet and sour sauce or sweet mango sauce.
Ma Po Tofu
Pork mince, tofu with chilli sauce (DF, VE*)
Three Cup Chicken
Chicken in a sticky sweet and savoury ginger sauce with shaoxing wine and basil
Fried Rice or Noodles
White rice or egg noodles with your choice of beef, chicken, pork or tofu, plus fresh veges and crispy onion. (VE*, GF*)
Pad Thai
Rice noodles with your choice of beef, chicken, pork or tofu, plus fresh veges and crispy onion. (VE*, GF*)
Noodle Soup
Your choice of egg noodles or rice noodles with pork, bok choy, broccoli, coriander, spring onion, peanuts in a pork bone broth (VE*, GF*)
Dandan Noodle
Sichuan-style hot and spicy pork mince on egg noodles with spring onion, coriander, chopped peanuts, chilli oil and sichuan-style sauce. (VE*)
Hand-Pulled Noodle
Homemade wheat noodles with seasonal vegetables, spring onion, coriander, chopped peanuts, chilli oil and sichuan-style sauce. (VE)
$17 Lunch Specials
Available at lunch. V - Vegetarian, VE - Vegan, GF - Gluten-Free, * - Option available.
Bao & Dumplings
Any bao bun, pork dumplings, Asian slaw & mini brownie. (VE*)
Bao & Spring Rolls
Any bao bun, spring rolls, Asian slaw & mini brownie. (VE*)
Bao & Wings
Any bao bun, chicken wings, Asian slaw & mini brownie.
Chicken Curry
Tender chicken simmered in a rich and fragrant curry sauce. (GF)
Sweet & Sour Stir-Fry
Pork, chicken or tofu bites, capsicum and fresh pineapple served with rice & Asian slaw. (VE*, DF*)
Orange Stir-Fry
Beef, chicken or tofu bites with cauliflower in homemade orange sauce served with rice & Asian slaw. (VE*, GF*)
Lunch Bites + Sharing
V - Vegetarian, VE - Vegan, GF - Gluten-Free, * - Option available.
Siraccha Slam Tacos (2 pcs)
Pork belly, Asian slaw, kimchi, sriracha mayo, spicy hoisin sauce, crispy shallots, spring onion and pickled cucumber in a soft tortilla shell. (GF*)
Cream Cheese and Chive Wontons
With spiced plum sauce. (V)
Korean BBQ Fried Chicken
Crispy fried chicken with homemade Korean BBQ sauce.
Popcorn Cauliflower
With spiced hoisin sauce. (VE)
Homemade Spring Rolls (3 pcs halved)
Lemongrass chicken or vegetable + vermicelli with spiced plum sauce (VE*).
Cheesy Spring Roll (3 pcs)
Cream cheese, mozzarella, chives & coriander.
Salt & Pepper Squid
With homemade spice mix and sriracha mayo.
Salt & Pepper Tofu
With homemade spice mix and spiced hoisin sauce. (VE, GF)
Hideout Loaded Fries
Hideout hoisin sauce, salted peanuts, kimchi, spring onion, coriander. (V, GF*)
Takoyaki
Japanese fried octopus with bonito flakes and traditional takoyaki sauce.
Edamame
With Chinese spices. (VE, GF)
Stir-Fried Greens
Seasonal vegetables, cashews and fried shallots with honey soy sauce. (VE*, GF*)
Lunch Dumplings (6 pcs)
Umami Bomb Dumplings
Pork, chicken or vegetable. Pan fried with Japanese mayo, teriyaki sauce, bonito flakes and sesame. (V*)
Dragons Breath Dumplings
Pork, chicken or vegetable. Pan fried with sriracha sauce, spring onion, crispy shallots and sesame. (VE*)
OG
Pork, chicken or vegetable. Pan fried with sriracha mayo, crispy onion, coriander, spring onion, crushed peanuts and sesame. (VE*)
Mama’s Spicy Dumplings
Pork, chicken or vegetable. Pan fried with a spicy mama sauce, spring onion, coriander and sesame. (V*)
Zhong Dumplings
Pork or chicken or vegetable. Steamed with sichuan spiced red sugar sauce, spring onion, coriander and peanuts. (VE*)
Chilli Oil Dumplings
Pork or chicken or vegetable. Steamed with chilli, sesame, spring onion, coriander and peanuts. (VE*)
Pan Fried Dumplings
Pork or chicken or vegetable with spiced plum sauce. (VE*)
Lunch Rice & Noodles
Dandan Noodles
Sichuan-style hot and spicy pork mince on egg noodles with spring onion, coriander, chopped peanuts, sesame. (V*)
Hand-Pulled Noodle
Homemade wheat noodles with seasonal vegetables, spring onion, coriander, peanuts, chilli oil and sichuan-style sauce. (VE)
Fried Rice or Noodles
White rice or egg noodles with your choice of beef, chicken, pork or tofu, plus fresh veges and crispy onion. (VE*, GF*)
Pad Thai
Rice noodles with your choice of beef, chicken, pork or tofu, plus fresh veges and crispy onion. (VE*, GF*)
Noodle Soup
Your choice of egg noodles or rice noodles with pork, bok choy, broccoli, coriander, spring onion, peanuts in a pork bone broth. (GF*)
Lunch Bao Buns
Braised Pork Bao
Braised pork, lettuce, pickled cucumber with spicy hoisin sauce.
Chicken Bao
Five-spiced chicken, lettuce, chopped peanuts, pickled cucumber with sriracha mayo.
Kimchi Chicken Bao
Crumbed chicken, kimchi, sesame seeds, crispy onions with Korean BBQ sauce.
Eggplant Bao
Crumbed eggplant, slaw, fresh cucumber, fried onions with spiced hoisin sauce. (VE)
Lunch Salads
Chicken Salad
Lemongrass free-range chicken, mango, fried shallots, pumpkin seeds, cashews, red cabbage, mung bean sprout, mint, coriander with creamy chilli dressing. (GF, DF, V*)
Hanoi Pork Salad
Roast Hanoi pork, fried garlic, green beans, pumpkin seeds, peanuts, fresh orange, mint, with sweet chilli lemon dressing. (GF, DF, V*)
Desserts
V - Vegetarian, VE - Vegan, GF - Gluten-Free, * - Option available.
Coconut Sago Pudding
Coconut, sago, mango, passionfruit & orange. (DF, GF, VE*)
Vegan Chocolate Mudcake
Muddy vegan chocolate cake with a creamy chocolate topping & freeze dried raspberries. (VE*)
Tiramisu
Traditional tiramisu with coffee liqueur, mascarpone cream & a dust of cocoa powder.
Upside Down Ice Cream
Creamy vanilla ice cream, waffle cone, chocolate & caramel sauce.
Chocolate Lava Pudding
Gooey chocolate centre & vanilla ice cream.
Crème Brûlée
Rich homemade custard base, with a burnt sugar top.
$45 Share Menu
Price is per person / minimum 4 people. Please let us know if you have any dietary requirements!
Chicken Salad
Lemongrass free-range chicken, mango, fries shallots, cashew nuts, red cabbage, mung bean sprouts, mint, and coriander with a creamy chili dressing. (GF, DF)
Salt Pepper Squid
With homemade spice mix and spiced hoisin sauce.
Mama’s Spicy Dumplings
Pork or chicken or vegetable pan fried with spicy mama sauce, spring onion, coriander and sesame. (VE*)
Cream Cheese and Chive Wontons
With spiced plum sauce. (V)
Homemade Spring Rolls
Lemongrass chicken or vegetable + vermicelli with spiced plum sauce. (VE*)
Stir-Fried Seasonal Greens
Seasonal vegetables, cashews and fried shallots with honey soy sauce. (V)
Fried Rice
White rice with your choice of beef, chicken, pork or tofu, plus fresh veges and crispy onion.
Black Pepper Sizzling Plate
Beef or tofu bites with onion and capsicum in black pepper sauce served on a sizzling plate.
Sweet & Sour Stir-Fry
Pork, chicken or tofu bites, capsicum and fresh pineapple served with rice. (VE*, GF*)
Orange Stir-Fry
Beef, chicken, or tofu bites with cauliflower in homemade orange sauce served with rice. (VE*, GF*)
Three Cup Chicken
Chicken in a sticky sweet and savoury ginger sauce with shaoxing wine and basil.
$35 Share Menu
Price is per person / minimum 4 people. Please let us know if you have any dietary requirements!
Stir-Fried Seasonal Greens
Seasonal vegetables, cashews and fried shallots, with honey soy sauce. (V)
Salt Pepper Squid
With homemade spice mix and spiced hoisin sauce.
OG Dumplings
Pork, chicken or vegetable. Pan fried with siracha mayo, crispy onion, coriander, spring onion, crushed peanuts and sesame. (VE*)
Cream Cheese and Chive Wontons
With spiced plum sauce. (V)
Homemade Spring Rolls
Vegetable + vermicelli with spiced plum sauce. (VE*)
Fried Rice
White rice with your choice of beef, chicken, pork or tofu, plus fresh veges and crispy onion. (VE*, DF*)
Black Pepper Sizzling Plate
Beef or tofu bites with onion and capsicum in a black pepper sauce served on a sizzling plate (VE*, GF*)
Sweet & Sour Stir-Fry
Pork, chicken or tofu bites, capsicum and fresh pineapple served with rice. (VE*, GF*)
Orange Stir-Fry
Beef, chicken, or tofu bites with cauliflower in homemade orange sauce serviced with rice. (VE*, GF*)
Tuesday Deal
Any bao + beer / wine / bubbles $14
Any Bao + Beer / Wine / Bubbles
Tuesday deal.
Thursday Deal
Any dumplings + wine / bubbles $18
Any Dumplings + Wine / Bubbles
Thursday deal.
Friday Deal
Any cocktail or mocktail + dessert $18.5
Any Cocktail or Mocktail + Dessert
Friday deal.
Cocktails
Sailors Sunrise
Tequila, raspberry, mango & lemon.
Hideout Mule
Orange vodka, lime, ginger beer, bitters and fresh mint.
Gummy Bear
Vodka, watermelon, orange liqueur, raspberry, lemon and lime.
Pink Flamingo
Vodka, vanilla, passionfruit, pineapple, cranberry and lime.
Frozen Margarita
(Choose from) Watermelon / Mango / Green Apple / Strawberry.
Mocktails
Golden Hour
Passionfruit, lime, lemon, bitters and lemonade.
Peachy Keen
Peach and passion iced tea with lime and fresh mint.
Jungle Juice
Watermelon, tropical juice, apple juice, lime & mint.
Tropical Breeze
Cranberry, pineapple, passionfruit, lemon.
Mango Tango Freeze
Mango, pineapple, passionfruit, lemon.
Wine
"Our wine list is chosen specially for us by experts – these delicious wines are chosen to match our food – and offer great value."
Matahiwi Blanc De Blanc
Aromatic bubbly with a nectarine finish. From Hawke’s Bay.
Gancia Prosecco (200ml)
Aromatic, dry and soft bubbly, from Italy.
Koparepare Sauvignon Blanc
Dry, fresh ‘n fruity from Marlborough.
Odyssey Chardonnay
Big, bold and buttery from Gisborne.
Astrolabe Pinot Gris
Soft, smooth and aromatic from Marlborough.
Beer
New Zealand Beer of the Month (Please ask staff). On tap - 285ml/400ml.
ParrotDog ‘Birdseye’ Hazy IPA 5.8%
On tap - 285ml/400ml.
ParrotDog Lager 4.5%
On tap - 285ml/400ml.
Corona 5.7%
Bottled.
Tsingtao 5.7%
Bottled.
Tiger 5%
Bottled.
Spirits
(Please ask staff for more options)
Blood Orange Gin
From Southward
Dry Spiced Rum
Crafted with Cuban rum from Black Tears
Buffalo Trace Whiskey
Kentucky straight bourbon whiskey
Jim Beam
Classic Kentucky bourbon whiskey
Matsui, The San-In Blended
Japanese malt whiskey
Non-Alcoholic
Lemonade
Fizzy
Coke
Fizzy
Coke Zero
Fizzy
Lemon Lime & Bitters
Fizzy
Bundaberg Ginger Beer
Fizzy

Buddha Stix Petone
Buddha Stix Petone covers Thai and Vietnamese favourites in a broad neighbourhood menu. Hot jungle curry, pork belly, ribs and fried fish provide depth and warmth, while Vietnamese seafood dishes, noodles and vegetable options keep the meal from becoming too heavy. The seafood boat is built for sharing and carries a sense of occasion, but a smaller party can achieve better variety by pairing one curry with rice, greens and a crisp starter.
The Jackson Street room is spacious and straightforward, making it useful for family dinners and larger local gatherings. Portions and flavour intensity favour communal ordering, especially when diners have different heat preferences. Ask staff to steer the chilli level, then choose dishes with contrasting sauces rather than several curries from the same end of the spectrum. Petone diners gain a substantial Asian menu without travelling into the central city, and takeaway is convenient for nearby households.
Address: 354 Jackson Street, Petone, Lower Hutt 5012, New Zealand
Buddha Stix Petone Menu
Tasty Nibbles
Vietnamese Fresh Spring Rolls (3)
Freshly made rice paper rolls, stuffed full of minced pork, blanched bean sprouts, fresh mint and udon-style noodles.
Chicken Wings (4)
Cured to perfection in our Asian spicy marinade and served with sweet chilli sauce.
Coconut Cream Soup
Spicy yet smooth and tantalising to the taste buds – similar to Tom Yum but with added coconut cream, distinct flavours of lime and coriander.
Spring Rolls (4)
Tasty sautéed vegetables and meat mixed with vermicelli noodles, rolled in pastry then deep fried, served with dipping sauces.
Marinated Spare Ribs (4)
Pork ribs marinated in a succulent mixture of spices and sauces, accompanied with our soy and sweet chilli dipping sauces.
Guri Puffs (4)
Sweet potatoes and vegetables wrapped in fluffy pastry served with dipping sauces
Combination
Combination of chicken wings, spring rolls, spare ribs and guri puffs
Satay Chicken Sticks (3)
Dipped in a mixture of spices, grilled and covered with our own peanut topping, served on a bed of steamed rice
Crunchy Pork Belly
Thai street style crunchy pork belly served with dipping sauce.
Roti And Peanut Sauce
Asian Spicy Soups
Spicy Tom Yum Soup
Hot and spicy yet refreshing soup. Spice, kaffir lime leaf, lemongrass, galangal and fresh lime juice topped with fresh spring onion and coriander.
Coconut Cream Soup
Spicy yet smooth and tantalising to the taste buds – similar to Tom Yum but with added coconut cream, distinct flavours of lime and coriander.
Noodle Soup (No Rice)
A generous portion of this famous Asian soup cooked with our special sauce, fresh vegetables and noodles.
Spicy Asian Salads
Yum Salad
Cooked at a lower heat in stock, this very spicy dish includes celery, shallots and tomato.
Sweet Chilli Salad
Meat slices covered with a seasoning of sweet chilli sauce, shallot, lemon slices and fresh coriander.
Larb Chicken Salad
Minced chicken mixed with special roasted rice powder, shallots, fresh spring onions, coriander, chilli and lime juice.
Vietnamese Salad
Mint, lime juice, fish sauce and fresh coriander flavours mixed with chopped cucumber, carrots, red onion and tomato. Served with thin slices of crispy kumara.
Fried Rice
Nasi Goreng
A traditional favourite cooked with quality jasmine rice and fresh seasonal vegetables.
Pineapple Fried Rice
Fried rice stir fried with ginger and fresh vegetables, topped with a sweet soy sauce and roasted cashew nuts.
Spicy Singapore Fried Rice
Fried rice cooked with special curry paste and spices, blended to enhance the traditional favourites.
Noodles
Pad Thai
White rice noodles cooked with bean sprouts, spring onion and crushed peanuts,in our special pad thai sauce, served with,fresh lemon and sprouts.
Stir Fried Egg Noodles
Egg noodles and seasonal vegetables stir fried in the wok.
Vietnamese Spicy Fried Noodle With Basil
Flat white rice noodles stir fried with,seasonal vegetables, fresh basil, chilli and,our spicy paste.
Curries
Green Curry
The finest green curry paste, slow cooked with coconut cream, spices and an array of selected vegetables, and fresh basil herb.
Red Curry
Succulent cuts of meat or seafood cooked in coconut cream and vegetables.
Massaman Curry
A mild curry cooked in coconut cream, potatoes, ginger and peanuts.
Panang Curry
A spicy curry cooked with coconut cream, kaffir leaves and vegetables. Popular curry with a slight lime tang.
Hot Jungle Curry With Fresh Basil
Red based curry cooked without coconut cream, with vegetables, lime leaves and fresh basil herb.
Massaman Curry with Lamb
Quality lamb slow-cooked in Massaman curry paste and coconut cream, with chunky potatoes, pickled onion and peanuts.
Vietnamese Laksa(No Rice)
Fresh vegetables cooked in Laksa paste and coconut cream, served on a bed of ricevermicelli noodles and topped with thin rashers of omelette, fresh coriander and fried shallot.
Vietnamese Seafood Boat
Mixture of fresh mussels, squid, fish and prawns in an Asian coconut broth, served with rice. This is our signature dish.
Stir Fry
Chilli Stir Fry
Stir fried fresh seasonal vegetables with our own HOT chilli paste sauce.
Garlic Hot Plate
Fresh garlic fried in the wok with a selection of vegetables – a must for garlic lovers. Served on a steamy hot plate.
Fresh Chilli And Basil
Fresh basil herb and hot chilli cooked with a generous assortment of fresh vegetable
Cashew Nut Stir Fry
An abundance of fresh vegetables and cashew nuts – very popular.
Cashews And Tempura Battered Chicken
Sweet chilli jam sauce cooked with battered chicken and vegetables.
Ginger Stir Fry
Fresh ginger root fried in the wok with fresh vegetables and mushrooms
Sweet And Sour
A tasty special sweet and sour sauce cooked with vegetables and pineapple
Singapore Satay Stir Fry
Our own roasted spiced peanut sauce combined with a selection of seasonal vegetables. Rich, sweet and satisfying.
Oyster Sauce Stir Fry
Fresh broccoli and vegetables stir fried with added mushrooms and oyster sauce.
Black Pepper Hot Plate
Fried potatoes and fresh vegetables stir fried with cracked black pepper and garlic sauce.
Vietnamese Lemongrass Stir Fry
Stir fried with fresh lemongrass and fresh seasonal vegetables
Spicy Herbs
This dish is flavoured with a wonderful variety of Asian flavours, including lemongrass, fresh basil, garlic, green peppercorns and ka-chai (picked Thai Rhizome). This is a hot and very flavoursome meal with stir fried fresh vegetables and bamboo shoots.
Honey Lemon Chicken
Crispy chicken pieces stir fried with a tangy lemon sauce and sweet honey sauce. Served with thin slices of crispy kumara, fresh salad and a bowl of jasmine rice.
Vietnamese Fried Fish Fillet
Fresh fish fillets dipped in tempura batter and deep fried, placed on a hot plate with stir fried tomatoes, red onion, mushrooms and covered in a mild garlic, chilli and black pepper sauce.
Kung Pao Chicken
Little spicy, sweet and delicious sauce, Sichuan peppercorn, peanut, garlic, ginger, spring onion, and roasted whole chilli.
Extras
Chicken, Beef, Pork, Vegetables, Peanut Sauce, Steamed Jasmine Rice, Tofu, Kumara Crisps
Chicken, Beef, Pork, Vegetables, Peanut Sauce, Steamed Jasmine Rice, Tofu, Kumara Crisps
Seafood, Mussel, Squid, Prawn, Fish, Cashew Nuts
Seafood, Mussel, Squid, Prawn, Fish, Cashew Nuts
Roti
Roti
Sharing Menu 1
$29.90 per person (main meals only), $41.50 per person (entrée and mains). Minimum of 5 people. Sharing Menu will be served banquet style. Meals on the Sharing Menu can be exchanged for any meal on our main menu.
Combination Entrée
Stir Fried Noodles Beef
Chicken Cashew Nut
Massaman Curry Pork
Chicken Pad Thai
Prawn Garlic Hot Plate
Steamed Jasmine Rice
Sharing Menu 2
$29.90 per person (main meals only), $41.50 per person (entrée and mains). Minimum of 5 people. Sharing Menu will be served banquet style. Meals on the Sharing Menu can be exchanged for any meal on our main menu.
Combination Entrée
Prawn Tom Yum
Vietnamese Spicy Fried Noodles
Thai Salad Beef
Peanut Sauce Pork
Fried Fish Hot Plate
Steamed Jasmine Rice
Sharing Menu 3
$29.90 per person (main meals only), $41.50 per person (entrée and mains). Minimum of 5 people. Sharing Menu will be served banquet style. Meals on the Sharing Menu can be exchanged for any meal on our main menu.
Combination Entrée
Black Pepper Hot Plate Beef
Vietnamese Laksa Chicken
Sweet And Sour Pork
Fried Rice Seafood
Green Curry Chicken
Steamed Jasmine Rice

Niom Bistro
Niom Bistro takes the most eclectic approach here, joining Asian-inspired sauces and spices with brunch plates, burgers and bistro comfort food. Chicken and waffles, stacked burgers, curries and changing specials give it a broad all-day personality rather than a tightly regional identity. Diners who want the clearest fusion experience should look for dishes where seasoning and technique cross traditions, then add a vegetable side or lighter brunch element to manage the richer flavours.
The Newtown setting is casual and welcoming, well suited to a relaxed weekend meal or an unfussy catch-up. Its range is an advantage for groups that cannot agree between brunch and lunch, although a smaller menu section may provide a more coherent meal than jumping between every style. Coffee, shakes and daytime service distinguish it from the later-night central venues. Current specials can change the strongest order, so ask what the kitchen is particularly pleased with that day.
Address: 169 Riddiford Street, Newtown, Wellington 6021, New Zealand
Niom Bistro Menu
Brunch
Pancakes
A brunch-lover's favourite. Served with butter and syrup, the traditional way. Options: Chocolate (with whipped cream), Mixed Berry (whipped cream & powdered sugar)
French Toast
Savour our golden French toast, topped with maple syrup, banana and powdered sugar.
Chicken & Waffles
Indulge in this savory/sweet dish of crispy fried chicken on golden waffles with maple syrup.
Smashed Avocado
Eggs how you like it served with choice of bread, topped with smashed avocado. Mesclun side salad (topped with feta and dukkah).
Big Breakfast
Sausage, hash brown, mushrooms, roasted tomatoes, bacon, eggs, onion rings, spinach, potato wedges and your choice of bread.
Eggs Bene
Eggs, bacon and bread of your choice served with our housemade hollandaise sauce.
Egg Omelette
Whisked eggs cooked and topped with any 2 choices. Options: Onion, Tomato, Capsicum
Eggs on Toast
Eggs how you like them with bread of your choice.
Appetisers
Pulled Pork Sliders
Tender pork sliders made with our special BBQ sauce.
Cajun Chicken Sliders
Special in-house Cajun chicken with our spicy mayo and lettuce.
Garlic Bread
Sliced Ciabatta, toasted and smothered with our rich garlic butter.
Nachos
Red beans, tomatoes, our special spices, cheese, and freshly made guacamole.
Lemon Pepper Squid
Fried squid topped in lemon and pepper flavoured seasoning with a side of sweet chilli dipping sauce.
Chilli Garlic Prawns
Prawns cooked in a chilli garlic base.
Chilli Lime Fish
Fried fish fillet covered in a tangy chilli sauce plated with capsicum and onions.
Chicken Nibbles
Sectioned chicken wings tossed in your choice of sauce. Options: Cajun, Spicy, BBQ
Chicken Caesar Salad
Shredded chicken and lettuce, parmesan cheese, croutons, bacon, and Caesar dressing.
Chicken Tenders
Crispy chicken tenders served with Sriracha Mayo.
Loaded Wedges
Potato wedges with bacon and cheese topped with sour cream and sweet chilli.
Honey Chilli Potato
Crispy fried potatoes sauteed with honey chilli sauce topped with sesame seeds.
Loaded Fries
Topped with special sauces, aged cheddar and aioli. Add Chicken, Beef or Bacon
Fries
Served with tomato ketchup or garlic aioli.
Mains
Steaks
Your choice of fillet paired with creamy mashed potatoes (or fries) and sauteed vegetables.
'Spicy Flame' Chicken
A delicious chicken portion marinated in in-house spices and chilli sauce on the top of bed of fried rice.
Pork Ribs
Roasted pork ribs, coated with our zesty BBQ sauce with fries.
Chicken Delight
Panfried chicken served with creamy paprika sauce, paprika, parsley rice, and sauteed veggies.
Fish Delight
Delicious portion of fish prepared in a creamy sauce, paired with parsley rice and sauteed veggies.
Chicken Schnitzel with Butter Sauce
A tasty portion of breaded schnitzel with our house butter sauce. Served with coleslaw and fries.
Creamy Milanese
Rich creamy sauce tossed with your choice of meat or veggie. Served with sauteed veggies and garlic bread.
Chicken Wings
Whole chicken wings prepared nice and crispy served with coleslaw and fries. Options: Cajun, Spicy, BBQ
Fish & Chips
Two pieces of freshly battered fish with tartare sauce and fries.
Pasta of the Day
Ask your server for details. Add: Prawns $6, Chicken $5, Mushrooms $4
Burgers
Niom 'Big Burger'
Your choice of protein is topped with bacon, fried eggs, cheese sauce, sliced tomatoes, cheese, lettuce, and our house-special sauce. Chicken or Beef
Buttermilk Fried Chicken Burger
Marinated and fried in a crispy batter, topped with cheese sauce, onion rings, lettuce, special sauce and served up with french fries.
Smoked Beef Burger
Handcrafted 100% beef patty with aged cheddar, onion rings, and bold BBQ and cheese sauces with french fries.
Grilled Lamb Burger
Handcrafted lamb patty with lettuce, cheese sauce, red pickled onions, and roasted pepper lemon sauce. Served with french fries.
Fish Burger
Freshly battered filet on a toasted milk bun with coleslaw and pickles. Served with tartare sauce and crispy french fries.
Falafel Burger
Falafel patty made in-house with coleslaw, mint mayonnaise, aged cheddar, and our cheese sauce. Served with french fries.
Desserts
Hot Brownie
House-made brownie served warm with vanilla ice cream. Topped with chocolate sauce and whipped cream.
Ice Cream
Traditional vanilla ice cream. Options: Chocolate, Strawberry, Salted Caramel
Waffle
Whisk & Crumble - Our take on cookies and cream. 'Berry Yummy' - Chunks of brownie with strawberry sauce. 'Mixed Delight' - Salted Caramel and Biscoff Biscuit. All waffles served with a scoop of vanilla ice cream and whipped cream.
Final Thoughts
Wellington’s Asian fusion dining is strongest when each restaurant has a clear point of view. Mr Go’s and Chow excel at flexible small-plate meals, Dragonfly and Monsoon Poon bring scale and atmosphere, while Lulu’s Pacific focus creates a different flavour vocabulary. Siem Reap offers a more specific Cambodian centre, and the waterfront, Newtown and Petone addresses widen the choice of setting as well as cooking style.
Match the room and format to the occasion, then build contrast into the order. A table of dumplings, fried snacks and sweet sauces quickly becomes tiring without salad, seafood, vegetables or rice to reset the palate. Ask about current menus, chilli levels and dietary handling before a special visit, particularly for allergies. With a little planning, these kitchens can deliver anything from an easy shared lunch to a full celebratory evening.