Wellington Waterfront, Pipitea and Thorndon link three distinct dining moods within a compact part of the capital. The wharves provide seafood, harbour views and lively group restaurants; Pipitea adds practical weekday cafés and bars around the railway station and offices; Thorndon brings intimate neighbourhood rooms, historic pubs and destination dining. The pleasure lies in moving between them. A waterfront lunch can lead into a drink near Parliament, while a quieter Thorndon dinner is only a short trip from the city centre.
The best choice depends on pace as much as cuisine. Charley Noble and Pravda handle polished city dining, Shed 5 and Dockside make the harbour central to the experience, and The Crab Shack and Rosies favour casual, sociable meals. In Thorndon, Hillside offers a creative plant-focused set menu, MariLuca brings regional Italian comfort, and The Thistle Inn delivers food with genuine local history. Master Kong fills the gap for bold Asian-inspired sharing plates and an energetic night out.
Menus in these neighbourhoods change with seasonal produce, the daily catch and the rhythm of weekday trade. Confirm current service times before travelling, especially for venues whose lunch and dinner formats differ, and mention dietary requirements when booking a set menu. Waterfront weather can shape the atmosphere even when a deck is covered, while Thorndon rooms are often smaller and benefit from advance planning. Matching the restaurant to the occasion will do more for the meal than simply choosing the grandest dining room.

Charley Noble Eatery & Bar
Charley Noble turns local produce into confident, fire-led cooking in the old Huddart Parker building beside Post Office Square. The wood-fired rotisserie and grill give the menu its centre of gravity: oysters, market fish, vegetables and substantial cuts of meat arrive with smoke used as seasoning rather than spectacle. Start with one raw or lightly cooked plate, add a vegetable dish, then choose a main from the fire so the meal moves through contrasting textures instead of becoming relentlessly rich.
The dining room has the polish for a business lunch or celebration, while the open kitchen and bar keep it energetic. Its New Zealand wine selection is broad enough to support both seafood and meat, and staff can narrow the options to a useful glass rather than pushing a whole bottle. Charley Noble suits diners who value ingredient quality and decisive cooking. Reserve for a busy evening, and confirm the current menu if a particular cut or fish has prompted the visit.
Address: 1 Post Office Square, Wellington 6011, New Zealand
Charley Noble Eatery & Bar Menu
Dinner – Raw Bar
Dinner from 5pm 7 nights. Live Marlborough oysters freshly shucked to order (minimum order 3).
Live Marlborough Oysters
Freshly shucked to order (minimum order 3). Natural | champagne mignonette, lemon, bádisch dunkel rye | MP; Beer battered | tartare, lemon, kale chip | + .5
Charcuterie Board
San Daniele (Italy), Salame Milano (Italy), Porchetta (NZ - Charley Noble), Coppa (Italy), pickles, crostini
Classic Beef Tartare
egg yolk, crostini
Market Fish Ceviche
tiger’s milk, red capsicum, cucumber, red onion, orange, red chilli, coriander, crispy shallot
Garden Salad
kale, mesclun, marinated lentil, pickled fennel, orange, feta, sunflower seed, orange vinaigrette
Dinner – Small Plates
Aro Bake Honey Ciabatta
house-churned butter; or your choice of house-made butters: black garlic | garlic, rosemary & chive | + 2; wasabi nori | Café de Paris
Charley Focaccia
rosemary, house olive oil, aged balsamic
Taramasalata
salmon roe, cucumber
Kumara Spread
roasted kumara & sunflower spread, leek oil, sesame seed, fresh herbs
Chicken Liver Parfait
braised grape, burnt onion, crostini
Mixed Olives
fennel & orange oil, confit garlic, cured lemon
Sourdough Bruschetta
almond ricotta, roasted heirloom carrot, balsamic glaze, mint; or Gorgonzola mousse, honey pear
Arancini
mushroom, mozzarella, French tarragon (minimum order of 2)
Smoked Fish Croquette
béchamel sauce, smoked fish, soft herbs, salsa verde (minimum order of 2)
Seafood Chowder
Mussel, fish, prawn, carrot, celery, bacon infused coconut cream; + focaccia 7.5
Dinner – Woodfired Mains
Woodfired Rotisserie
New Zealand Pork Belly | apricot chutney, date glaze, parsnip purée, cabbage, apple & macadamia slaw (subject to availability)
Wild Awatoru Venison Loin
celeriac purée, grilled witlof, coffee jus, red wine meringue, radish, Jerusalem artichoke emulsion (cooked medium-rare)
Quinotto
soy spinach & herb cream, sautéed mushroom, smoky pea salad
Greenstone Creek Twice Cooked Beef Cheek
creamy polenta, gremolata, mixed herb salad
Charley Noble Veg Burger
crumbed portobello mushroom, grilled halloumi, onion jam, rocket, chimichurri, smoky pepper mayo, milk bun, fries
Charley Noble Burger
Beef patty, smoked cheese, bacon, pickles, relish, mayo, milk bun, fries; + additional patty 10
Dinner – Larger Plates
Local Line Caught Market Fish
caramelised cauliflower purée, cavolo nero, compressed apple, pickled raisin, hazelnut
Beer Battered Fish & Chips
tartare, fried kale, lemon
House Pot Pie
leaf salad
Ravioli
butternut squash & provolone, beurre blanc, chive oil, pumpkin seed praline, soused butternut, shaved crisp
Mafaldine
prawn, cherry tomato, chilli oil, baby spinach
Dinner – Sides
Iceberg Wedge
buttermilk ranch, pink onion
Chopped Salad
baby cos, shaved cabbage, rocket, yoghurt & tahini dressing, house-made dukkah
French Peas
bacon, cream, white wine, Parmesan
Chargrilled Fennel
cannellini bean & orange zest spread, olive, caper & walnut salsa
Roasted Beetroot
rose & coconut labneh, candied sour mandarin peel
Spencer Potato
roasted onion butter, feta, leek
Fries
aioli | 14; truffle mayo | 15
Dinner – Woodfired Grill
All grill items served with a choice of sauces: peppercorn brandy | blue cheese | salsa verde; or butters: black garlic | Café de Paris | garlic, rosemary & chive | wasabi nori. + additional sauce or butter | 4
Eye Fillet 200g
grass-fed Angus
Greenstone Creek 300g
Scotch Fillet 400g
grass-fed Angus. Hand selected by master graders and gently dry-aged in-house for no less than 14 days. Exhibiting exceptionally high marbling for pure grass-fed beef, with a score of 4+, this steak showcases the highest quality in NZ beef.
Greenstone Creek Sirloin 300g
grass-fed Angus. Hand picked premium aged beef with a marbling score of 4+. Elevated flavour, tenderness and succulence - dry-aged in-house for no less than 55 days. The harmonious union of obsessive selection & careful maturation.
Southern Stations NZ Wagyu Ribeye on the Bone
served carved; per 100g; (size subject to availability). Selecting only globally elite purebred Wagyu genetics ensures ongoing, long-term consistency. Dry-aged in-house for no less than 55 days. An unparalleled marbling score of 9 provides a flavour experience like no other in NZ.
Lumina Lamb Rump
(cooked medium — size subject to availability). The culmination of a 15-year journey to create the world’s most succulent lamb. Grass-fed and chicory & clover finished. Largely marbled with unrivalled tenderness, texture and taste.
A5 Sirloin
grass-fed, grain-finished Kuroge; (cooked medium rare — size subject to availability). Premium A5-grade Wagyu beef sourced from select regions across Japan. Wagyu is produced primarily from the Japanese Black (Kuroge) cow and must be graded by the Japanese Meat Grading Association. A5 is the highest grade given, which indicates excellent marbling, colour, fat quality and texture. This is achieved by raising cattle in a stress-free grazing environment and by preserving their Wagyu heritage.
Lunch – Raw Bar
Lunch Monday-Friday 11.30am-2pm. Live Marlborough oysters freshly shucked to order (minimum order 3).
Live Marlborough Oysters
Freshly shucked to order (minimum order 3). Natural (GF) | champagne mignonette, lemon, bádisch dunkel rye | MP; Beer battered | tartare, lemon, kale chip | + .5
Market Fish Ceviche
(GF available) tiger’s milk, red capsicum, cucumber, red onion, orange, red chilli, coriander, crispy shallot
Garden Salad
(GF available) kale, mesclun, marinated lentil, pickled fennel, orange, feta, sunflower seed, orange vinaigrette
Lunch – Small Plates
Aro Bake Honey Ciabatta
(GF bread available) house-churned butter | 9; or your choice of house-made butters: black garlic (GF) | garlic, rosemary & chive (GF) + 2; wasabi nori (GF) | Café de Paris
Mixed Olives
(GF) fennel & orange oil, confit garlic, cured lemon
Sourdough Bruschetta
(GF available) almond ricotta, roasted heirloom carrot, balsamic glaze, mint; or Gorgonzola mousse, honey pear
Arancini
(minimum order of 2) mushroom, mozzarella, French tarragon
Smoked Fish Croquette
(minimum order of 2) béchamel sauce, smoked fish, soft herbs, salsa verde
Seafood Chowder
Mussel, fish, prawn, carrot, celery, bacon infused coconut cream; + focaccia 7.5
Lunch – Woodfired Mains
Quinotto
(GF) soy spinach & herb cream, sautéed mushroom, smoky pea salad
Greenstone Creek Twice Cooked Beef Cheek
(GF) creamy polenta, gremolata, mixed herb salad
Charley Noble Burger
(GF available) beef patty, smoked cheese, bacon, pickles, relish, mayo, milk bun, fries; + additional patty | 10
Charley Noble Veg Burger
(GF available) crumbed portobello mushroom, grilled halloumi, onion jam, rocket, chimichurri, smoky pepper mayo, milk bun, fries
Lunch – Larger Plates
Local Line Caught Market Fish
(GF) caramelised cauliflower purée, cavolo nero, compressed apple, pickled raisin, hazelnut
Beer Battered Fish & Chips
tartare, fried kale, lemon
House Pot Pie
leaf salad
Mafaldine
(GF available) prawn, cherry tomato, chilli oil, baby spinach
Lunch – Sides
Iceberg Wedge
(GF) buttermilk ranch, pink onion
Chopped Salad
(GF) baby cos, shaved cabbage, rocket, yoghurt & tahini dressing, house-made dukkah
French Peas
(GF) bacon, cream, white wine, Parmesan
Chargrilled Fennel
(GF) cannellini bean & orange zest spread, olive caper & walnut salsa
Roasted Beetroot
(GF) rose & coconut labneh, candied sour mandarin peel
Spencer Potato
(GF) roasted onion butter, feta, leek
Fries
aioli (GF) | 14; truffle mayo | 15
Lunch – Woodfired Grill
All grill items served with a choice of sauces: (GF) peppercorn brandy | blue cheese | salsa verde; or butters: black garlic (GF) | Café de Paris | wasabi nori (GF) | garlic, rosemary & chive. + additional sauce or butter | 4
Eye Fillet
(GF) grass-fed Angus | 200g
Greenstone Creek Scotch Fillet
(GF) grass-fed Angus | 300g | 66; 400g | 80
Greenstone Creek Sirloin
(GF) grass-fed Angus | 300g. Hand selected by master graders and gently dry-aged in-house for no less than 14 days. Exhibiting exceptionally high marbling for pure grass-fed beef, with a score of 4+, this steak showcases the highest quality in NZ beef. Hand picked premium aged beef with a marbling score of 4+. Elevated flavour, tenderness and succulence - dry-aged in-house for no less than 55 days. The harmonious union of obsessive selection & careful maturation.
Lumina Lamb Rump
(GF) 300g | 48; 400g | 58 (cooked medium) (size subject to availability). The culmination of a 15-year journey to create the world’s most succulent lamb. Grass-fed and chicory & clover finished. Largely marbled with unrivalled tenderness, texture and taste.
A5 Sirloin
grass-fed, grain-finished Kuroge | per 100g | 88 (cooked medium rare — size subject to availability). Premium A5-grade Wagyu beef sourced from select regions across Japan. Wagyu is produced primarily from the Japanese Black (Kuroge) cow and must be graded by the Japanese Meat Grading Association. A5 is the highest grade given, which indicates excellent marbling, colour, fat quality and texture. This is achieved by raising cattle in a stress-free grazing environment and by preserving their Wagyu heritage.
Afternoon Menu
Live Marlborough Oysters
Freshly shucked to order (minimum order of 3). Natural | champagne mignonette, lemon, bádisch dunkel rye | MP; Beer battered | tartare, lemon, kale chip | + .5
Aro Bake Honey Ciabatta
(GF bread available) house churned butter | 12; or your choice of house-made butters: black garlic | garlic, rosemary & chive | wasabi nori | Café de Paris | + 2
Charley Focaccia
rosemary, olive oil, balsamic
Taramasalata
salmon roe, cucumber
Kumara Spread
(GF) roasted kumara & sunflower spread, leek oil, sesame seed, fresh herbs
Chicken Liver Parfait
braised grape, burnt onion, crostini
Mixed Olives
(GF) fennel & orange oil, confit garlic, preserved lemon
Sourdough Bruschetta
(GF available) almond ricotta, roasted heirloom carrot, balsamic glaze, mint; or Gorgonzola mousse, honey pear
Arancini
(minimum order 2) mushroom, mozzarella, French tarragon
Smoked Fish Croquette
(minimum order 2) béchamel sauce, smoked fish, soft herbs, chimichurri
Charley Noble Burger
(GF available) beef patty, smoked cheese, bacon, pickles, relish, mayo, fries; additional patty | 10
Charley Noble Veg Burger
(GF available) crumbed portobello mushroom, grilled halloumi, onion jam, rocket, chimichurri, smoky pepper mayo, milk bun, fries
Beer Battered Fish & Chips
tartare, fried kale, lemon
Mafaldine
(GF pasta available) cherry tomato, chilli oil, prawn, baby spinach
Fries
aioli (GF) | 14; truffle mayo | 15
Late Night Menu
Aro Bake Honey Ciabatta
(GF bread available) house churned butter | 12; or your choice of house-made butters: black garlic | garlic, rosemary & chive | wasabi nori | Café de Paris | + 2
Charley Focaccia
rosemary, olive oil, balsamic
Taramasalata
salmon roe, cucumber
Kumara Spread
(GF) roasted kumara & sunflower spread, leek oil, sesame seed, fresh herbs
Chicken Liver Parfait
braised grape, burnt onion, crostini
Smoked Fish Croquette
(minimum order 2) béchamel sauce, smoked fish, soft herbs, chimichurri
Arancini
(minimum order 2) mushroom, mozzarella, French tarragon
Beer Battered Fish & Chips
tartare, fried kale, lemon
Quinotto
soy spinach & herb cream, sautéed mushroom, smoky pea salad
Seafood Chowder
Mussel, fish, prawn, carrot, celery, bacon infused coconut cream; +focaccia 7.5
Fries
aioli (GF) | 14; truffle mayo | 15
Gluten Free Dinner – Raw & Cured
Live Marlborough Oysters
Freshly shucked to order (minimum order of 3). Natural | champagne mignonette, lemon | MP; Bloody Mary sorbet | celery leaf, lemon | + .5
Charcuterie Board
San Daniele (Italy); Salame Milano (Italy); Coppa (Italy); Porchetta (NZ - Charley Noble); pickles, gluten-free bread
Market Fish Ceviche
tiger’s milk, red capsicum, cucumber, red onion, orange, red chilli, coriander
Classic Beef Tartare
egg yolk, gluten free bread
Garden Salad
kale, mesclun, marinated lentils, pickled fennel, orange, feta, sunflower seed, orange vinaigrette
Gluten Free Dinner – To Share Small Plates
Gluten Free Bread
house-churned butter
Kumara Spread
roasted kumara & sunflower spread, leek oil, sesame seed, fresh herbs
Mixed Olives
fennel & orange oil, confit garlic, preserved lemon
Bruschetta
almond ricotta, roasted heirloom carrot, balsamic glaze, mint; or Gorgonzola mousse, honey pear
Gluten Free Dinner – Larger Plates
Quinotto
soy spinach & herb cream, sautéed mushroom, smoky pea salad
Local Line Caught Market Fish
caramelised cauliflower purée, cavolo nero, compressed apple, pickled raisin, hazelnut
Twice Cooked Beef Cheek (from Greenstone Creek)
creamy polenta, gremolata, mixed herb salad
Wild Awatoru Venison Loin
(cooked medium rare) celeriac purée, grilled witlof, coffee jus, red wine meringue, radish, Jerusalem artichoke emulsion
Tagliatelle
prawn, cherry tomato, chilli oil, baby spinach
Gluten Free Dinner – Woodfired Rotisserie
Woodfired Rotisserie
New Zealand Pork Belly (subject to availability) | apricot chutney, date glaze, parsnip purée, cabbage, apple & macadamia slaw
Gluten Free Dinner – Woodfired Grill
All grill items served with a choice of sauces: peppercorn brandy | blue cheese | chimichurri; or butters: wasabi nori | black garlic
Eye Fillet
grass-fed Angus | 200g
Greenstone Creek Scotch Fillet
grass-fed Angus | 300g | 66; 400g | 80
Greenstone Creek Sirloin
grass-fed Angus | 300g
Southern Stations NZ Wagyu Ribeye on the Bone
(size subject to availability); served carved | per 100g
Lumina Lamb Rump
(cooked medium); (size subject to availability) | 300g | 48; 400g | 58
A5 Sirloin
(cooked medium rare — size subject to availability); grass-fed, grain-finished Kuroge | per 100g
Gluten Free Dinner – Sides
Iceberg Wedge
buttermilk ranch, pink onion
Chopped Salad
baby cos, shaved cabbage, rocket, yoghurt & tahini dressing, house-made dukkah
French Peas
bacon, cream, white wine, Parmesan
Chargrilled Fennel
cannellini bean & orange zest spread, olive, caper & walnut salsa
Roasted Beetroot
rose & coconut labneh, candied sour mandarin peel
Spencer Potato
roasted onion butter, feta, leek
Fries
aioli
Gluten Free Dinner – Dessert
Charley Inspired Tiramisu
coffee caramel, chocolate, mascarpone mousse
Chocolate Hazelnut Crackle Bar
Seasonal Fruit Sorbet
Peanut Brittle
Chocolate Raspberry Marshmallow
Gluten Free Dinner – Cheese
Served with GF bread, fruit, nuts. One - 15 | Two - 24 | Three - 32 | Four - 38
Brie de Moutere, Little River Estate
cow’s milk, Nelson, NZ
Goat’s Blue, Over the Moon
goat’s milk, Waikato, NZ
Barry’s Bay Extra Mature Cheddar
cow’s milk, Akaroa, NZ
Dessert
Chocolate Hazelnut Crackle Bar
(GF)
Charley Inspired Tiramisu
(GF) coffee caramel, chocolate
Layered Honey Cake
Apple Tarte Tatin
vanilla ice cream, apple caramel
Chocolate Raspberry Marshmallow
(GF)
Peanut Brittle
(GF)
Seasonal Fruit Sorbet
(GF)
Affogato
vanilla ice cream (GF) (additional liqueurs available)
Cheese
One - 15 | Two - 24 | Three - 32 | Four - 38. Served with lavosh, toasted bread, fruit (GF accompaniments available)
Brie de Moutere, Little River Estate
cow's milk, Nelson, NZ
Goat's Blue, Over the Moon
goat's milk, Waikato, NZ
Barry's Bay Extra Mature Cheddar
cow's milk, Akaroa, NZ
Kids Menu
$25 for two courses. It is house policy to only serve dessert once children have eaten their greens.
Charley Noble Burger
beef patty, bacon, cheese, lettuce, tomato, mayo, fries
House-Made Pasta
roasted tomato sauce, parmesan; served with a leaf salad
Battered Fish & Chips
tomato sauce; served with a leaf salad
Vanilla Ice Cream
Served with your choice of two toppings: marshmallow, chocolate sauce
Seasonal Sorbet
Served with your choice of two toppings: marshmallow, chocolate sauce
Wellington on a Plate 2026 – Burger Wellington
Pēka ki Pōneke
“Al Caprawn”
Beef patty, nori infused Kewpie, pink onion, pickled ginger, rocket, togarashi spice prawn mayonnaise, gluten-free bun, potato fries; + additional patty | 12
Digestif Cocktails
Espresso Martini
Vodka, coffee liqueur, creme de cacao, espresso
Vieux Carre
Rye, cognac, Benedictine, sweet red vermouth, bitters
Last Man Standing
Gin, rye, Fernet Branca, Campari
Black Manhattan
Rye, Amaro Averna, bitters
Hot Toddy
Bourbon/whisky/rye, lemon, demerara sugar, housemade winter spice syrup Price: MP
Fair Trade Coffee & Organic Tea
House Made Chai Latte
Callebaut 70% Hot Chocolate
house-made marshmallow
Liqueur Coffee
Liqueur Hot Chocolate
house-made marshmallow
Tea Total Tea
Assam Breakfast / Earl Grey Paris / Pure Peppermint / Aotearoa Kakariki Green / Rooibos Madagascar Vanilla / Ginger & Kawakawa Spice / Mulled Wine Spice (contains nuts)
Sweet & Fortified
75ML | bottle
Astrolabe, Wrekin, 2022
Late Harvest Chenin Blanc; Southern Valleys, Marlborough, NZ (375ml)
Oremus, 2022
Late Harvest, Sárgamuskotály & Kövérszölö; Tokaj, HU (500ml)
Churton, 2019
Petit Manseng; Waihopai, Marlborough (500ml)
Domaine de la Pigeade, Muscat
Beaumes de Venise, 2023, Southern Rhône, FR (375ml)
Cognac & Whisky
30ML | 60ML
Courvoisier VS
Cognac
Hennessy VS
Cognac
JL Pasquet L'Organic 07
Cognac
P Ferrand 1er Cru 1840
Cognac
Liqueur & Amaro
30ML | 60ML
Koakoa Limoncello
Kapiti, NZ
Drambuie
Edinburgh, UK
Frangelico
Canale, IT
Disaronno
Saronno, IT
Cocktails – Winter
Beneath snow-capped peaks and long alpine nights, this winter cocktail menu takes inspiration from the mountains of Aotearoa – bold landscapes, crisp air, rugged warmth and the quiet magic of a dark sky.
Aoraki Mt Cook
3724m - Mt Cook - Southern Alps; Woodward Distilling Chi Chi Vodka, Maraschino, Lime Juice, Dragonfruit
Ruapehu
2797m - Active Stratovolcano - Tongariro National Park; Gin, House Chai, Amaro Montenegro, Orange Bitters
Mt Taranaki
2518m - Dormant Stratovolcano - Taranaki; Mountain Gin, Tamarillo, Lemon, Egg White, Angostura Bitters
Mount Alma
2510m - Two Thumb Range - Canterbury; Dark Rum, Amaro Picon, Cinnamon Syrup, Pear Juice, Lemon
Alcohol-Free Mixed Drinks
Seasonal Fruit Mojito
Seasonal Fruit, Mint, Soda, Lime; freshly juiced!
Saddle Hill
473m - Taieri Plains - Otago; Amaro Zero, Apple Juice, Tamarillo Syrup, Lime
One Tree Hill
182m - Auckland; 'Italian Orange' N.A Spritz, Rhubarb, Vanilla, Soda
Castle Rock
525m - Coromandel Range; Chinotto, Cinnamon Syrup, Lemon

Pravda
Pravda begins the day as a grand European-style café and becomes a steakhouse after dark. The famous cheese scone is a sensible morning order, but lunch and dinner show the kitchen’s wider range through oysters, seafood, pasta, risotto and carefully sourced beef. A table can keep things light with bruschetta and market fish or lean into the grill with a steak and greens. That flexibility makes Pravda unusually useful when a group wants different levels of formality.
Vaulted ceilings, chandeliers and dark timber give the room a sense of occasion without demanding ceremonial service. Weekday breakfast and lunch are convenient for the nearby offices, while dinner benefits from more time to explore the wine list. Ask about the day’s fish and the characteristics of the available steak cuts before ordering. Pravda works especially well when one diner wants a classic main and another prefers smaller plates, because both approaches feel coherent in the same room.
Address: 107 Customhouse Quay, Wellington Central, Wellington 6011, New Zealand
Pravda Menu
Breakfast
Served 7:30AM - 11AM. A 1.7% surcharge applies to all credit card and contactless payments.
Pravda fruit scone
jam & butter
Granola
Raglan coconut yoghurt, seasonal fruit, chia seeds, honey
Porridge
dulce de leche, pecan butter, ricotta, maple syrup
Eggs on toast
relish | Poached | Scrambled | Fried
Smashed avocado toast
lemon, basil, sundried tomatoes, feta, pistachio
Cured salmon bagel
cream cheese, dill
Potato hash cake
mushrooms, poached eggs, mustard seed, hollandaise
Eggs benedict
Turkish bread | Smoked salmon | Halloumi | Bacon
Pravda big breakfast
Harrington’s pork sausages, streaky bacon, relish; two poached eggs, potato hash, roast tomatoes, baked beans, toast
Breakfast Sides
A 1.7% surcharge applies to all credit card and contactless payments.
Toast | Egg | Bacon | Black pudding
Potato hash | Mushrooms | Roast tomatoes
Pork sausage | Smoked salmon | Halloumi
Lunch Snacks
Served 11:30AM - 3PM. A 1.7% surcharge applies to all credit card and contactless payments.
Pravda focaccia
butter, Lot 8 olive oil
Marinated olives
chilli, lemon, bay leaves
Freshly shucked oysters
shallot vinegar, lemon Price: POA
Tempura oysters
sriracha mayo Price: POA
Lunch Entrées
A 1.7% surcharge applies to all credit card and contactless payments.
Brown pear bruschetta
whipped ricotta, hot honey
Market fish Kokoda
chilli, lime, coconut
Satay chicken skewers
peanuts, lime (2)
Salt & pepper squid
almond skordalia, chilli oil
Seafood chowder
market fish, mussels, prawns, lemon crème fraîche, toast
Caesar salad
cos, anchovy, pancetta, parmesan, croutons, poached egg; + Chicken | Smoked salmon | Halloumi
Lunch Mains
A 1.7% surcharge applies to all credit card and contactless payments.
Salt-baked beetroot salad
rocket, feta, baby beets, candied walnuts
Roasted pumpkin risotto
burrata, pumpkin seeds, sage, parmesan
Market fish
cauliflower purée, charred broccolini, caper & lemon beurre blanc
Fried buttermilk & chipotle chicken
brown butter mash, purple slaw
Double smash cheeseburger
pickles, smoked cheese, bacon jam, ranch, fries
Grass-fed sirloin
green peppercorn sauce, green garlic butter, fries
Lunch Sides
$12 EA. A 1.7% surcharge applies to all credit card and contactless payments.
Steak fries
Crispy potatoes
lemon, parsley, aioli
Truffle fries
parmesan
Brown butter mash
truffle jus
Market greens
garlic, chilli
Wild rocket
pear, walnuts, balsamic
Dinner Snacks
Served 5PM - LATE. A 1.7% surcharge applies to all credit card and contactless payments.
Pravda focaccia
butter, Lot 8 olive oil
Marinated olives
chilli, lemon, bay leaves
Freshly shucked oysters
shallot vinegar, lemon Price: POA
Tempura oysters
sriracha mayo Price: POA
Dinner Entrées
A 1.7% surcharge applies to all credit card and contactless payments.
Brown pear bruschetta
whipped ricotta, hot honey
Market fish Kokoda
chilli, lime, coconut
Satay chicken skewers
peanuts, lime (2)
Salt & pepper squid
almond skordalia, chilli oil
Seafood chowder
market fish, mussels, prawns, lemon crème fraiche, toast
Caesar salad
cos, anchovy, pancetta, parmesan, croutons, poached egg; + Chicken | Smoked salmon | Halloumi
Dinner Mains
A 1.7% surcharge applies to all credit card and contactless payments.
Salt-baked beetroot salad
rocket, feta, baby beets, candied walnuts
Roasted pumpkin risotto
burrata, pumpkin seeds, sage, parmesan
Market fish
cauliflower purée, charred broccolini, caper & lemon beurre blanc
Fried buttermilk & chipotle chicken
brown butter mash, purple slaw
Braised beef short ribs
truffle polenta, pumpkin, red wine jus
Hawke’s Bay lamb backstrap
orzo tabbouleh, baba ghanoush, buffalo curd, dukkah
Grass Fed Cuts
All cuts come with beef jus, watercress purée and one sauce of your choice from below. A 1.7% surcharge applies to all credit card and contactless payments.
Speckle Park Sirloin
300g, NZ
Speckle Park Eye fillet
200g, NZ
Speckle Park Scotch
300g, NZ
Canterbury Rib eye on the bone
NZ
Wagyu Cuts
A 1.7% surcharge applies to all credit card and contactless payments.
Lake Ohau Scotch
300g, NZ
Southern Station Rump Cap
250g, NZ
Dinner Sides
$12 EA. A 1.7% surcharge applies to all credit card and contactless payments.
Crispy potatoes
lemon, parsley, aioli
Truffle fries
parmesan, mascarpone
Brown butter mash
truffle jus
Wild rocket
pear, walnuts, balsamic
Market greens
garlic, chilli
Steak fries
Dessert
Served 5PM - LATE. A 1.7% surcharge applies to all credit card and contactless payments.
Tiramisu
Immigrant’s Son espresso, Marsala wine, Amaretti biscuit
Lemon meringue tart
rhubarb compote
Rhubarb & apple crumble
vanilla ice cream, almond tuile, custard
Raspberry posset
yuzu sorbet, oat crunch
Pistachio profiteroles
cherry mascarpone, chocolate fudge sauce
Ice cream & sorbet selection
Affogato
Immigrant’s Son espresso, vanilla ice cream, choice of liqueur
Affogato non-alcoholic
Local & imported cheese
quince, crackers, grapes
Breakfast Juices
A 1.7% surcharge applies to all credit card and contactless payments.
Homegrown orange juice
Homegrown apple juice
Breakfast Cocktails
A 1.7% surcharge applies to all credit card and contactless payments.
Mimosa
sparkling wine, orange juice
Bloody Mary
vodka, tomato, lemon, Worcestershire, Kataia Fire
Pravda Rosebud
vanilla vodka, passionfruit, cranberry, pineapple, rosewater, citrus
Aperol Spritz
Aperol, sparkling wine, soda
Margarita
tequila, lime, dry curaçao, agave
Liqueurs
A 1.7% surcharge applies to all credit card and contactless payments.
Limoncello
lemon
Kahlúa
coffee | Frangelico | hazelnut
Baileys
Irish cream | Galliano | vanilla
Cointreau | Disaronno Amaretto | Grand Marnier
Drambuie
whisky liqueur
Dessert Wines
A 1.7% surcharge applies to all credit card and contactless payments.
Saint Clair Godfrey’s Creek, Reserve Noble Riesling, 2023
Marlborough, NZ
Yalumba FSW Botrytis Viognier, 2020
Wrattonbully, Australia

Hillside Kitchen
Hillside treats vegetables as the foundation of dinner rather than a compromise. Its meat-free set menus draw on seasonal produce, fermentation, foraging and ingredients grown close to the Thorndon kitchen, with a fully vegan progression available. Dishes often pair a familiar vegetable with an unexpected preserved, smoked or cultured element, allowing sweetness, acidity and texture to do the work that heavier sauces might perform elsewhere. Arrive open to the sequence instead of looking for conventional starters and mains.
The small Tinakori Road room feels intimate and thoughtful, making it a strong choice for a date or a dinner where conversation matters. Because the menu is set and changes with the garden, dietary needs should be shared when booking rather than at the table. A matching drink flight can deepen the experience, though the food stands on its own. Hillside rewards unhurried diners who enjoy surprise and careful detail, and it offers one of the neighbourhood’s clearest alternatives to meat-led special-occasion dining.
Address: 241 Tinakori Road, Thorndon, Wellington 6011, New Zealand
Hillside Kitchen Menu
Early Sitting
Available at 5pm or 5.30pm only with 1.5 hours allocated dining time. Menu includes Bread, Appetizer, Entree, Main and Dessert and is $92 per person.
Bread
Appetizer
Entree
Main
Dessert
Full Menu
Bookings available 5pm to 7:30pm. Menu B - $127 pp - Snacks, Bread, Appetiser, Appetiser, Entree, Main, Cleanser, Pre Dessert, Dessert, Petit fours. Please allow for 3 hours of dining time. (prices are subject to change)
Snacks
Bread
Appetiser
Entree
Main
Cleanser
Pre Dessert
Dessert
Petit fours

Rosie's Red-hot Cantina – Wellington
Rosie’s brings Cali-Mexican energy to Queens Wharf through tacos, nachos, fried chicken and bright, chilli-driven sauces. The most satisfying order combines a rich filling such as slow-cooked beef or crispy chicken with something sharper, perhaps salsa, slaw or a vegetable taco. Guacamole and corn chips are useful for the table, while a smaller selection of tacos keeps individual flavours clear. Heat levels vary, so ask before adding extra sauce if the group has mixed tolerance.
Neon colour, loud music and waterfront foot traffic make the cantina better suited to a lively catch-up than a quiet dinner. Margaritas and frozen drinks are central to the atmosphere, but the food remains substantial enough for a full meal. Groups should order in rounds because tacos and fried dishes are best while hot. Rosies is a good option before an event or for a late, informal meal, particularly when the priority is fun, speed and bold flavour rather than a long sequence of courses.
Address: 4 Queens Wharf, Wellington Central, Wellington 6011, New Zealand
Rosie's Red-hot Cantina - Wellington Menu
Share Plates
V vegetarian | VO vegetarian optional | VG vegan | VGO vegan optional | NGA no gluten added | NGO no gluten optional | DF dairy free | DFO dairy free optional. Please speak to our team if you have any dietaries. We try our best, but our kitchen is not completely free of gluten and some items share a fryer.
House Fries
aioli, ketchup | V
Load 'Em Up
add birria beef OR adobo chicken, both with chilli con queso, jalapeño crema
Guacamole
crushed avocado, poblano, Tajin, salsa roja, pink onions, blue & yellow corn chips | VG
Chilli Con Queso
chilli cheese dip, corn chips, Flamin' Hot Cheetos, pickles, jalapeños, coriander
Rosie's Best-In-Town Chicken Wings
Calexican buffalo sauce, sesame, radish, xiannaise
Koreatown Fried Chicken
schmaltz-dipped habanero tenders, buttermilk ranch, dill pickles
Sweet Corn Ribs
chipotle mayo, Flamin' Hot Cheetos, shaved parmesan, coriander | V
Crispy Pork Ribs
chipotle honey, lime, garlic, smokey paprika, pickled red onions | DF
Red-Hot OG's
V vegetarian | VO vegetarian optional | VG vegan | VGO vegan optional | NGA no gluten added | NGO no gluten optional | DF dairy free | DFO dairy free optional. Please speak to our team if you have any dietaries. We try our best, but our kitchen is not completely free of gluten and some items share a fryer.
Monster Nachos
corn chips, chilli con queso, melted colby jack cheese, pico de gallo, pink onions, coriander, avocado crema, salsa roja, chipotle mayo, jalapeños | NGO. CHOOSE birria beef, chicken or jackfruit
Quesadilla Pizza
12-inch quesadilla, chilli con queso, onion, coriander, chipotle mayo, jalapeños, salsa roja, pink onions, avocado crema. CHOOSE birria beef, chicken or jackfruit
Cali Burrito
grilled marinated steak, pico de gallo, colby jack cheese, chipotle mayo, guacamole, pickled radish, shredded 'berg, fries, chipotle queso | DFO
Tacos!
all tacos served on white corn tortillas. $11.0 each. V vegetarian | VO vegetarian optional | VG vegan | VGO vegan optional | NGA no gluten added | NGO no gluten optional | DF dairy free | DFO dairy free optional. Please speak to our team if you have any dietaries. We try our best, but our kitchen is not completely free of gluten and some items share a fryer.
Carne Asada
marinated sliced steak, coriander verde, avocado, lime | NGA/DF
Baja Fish
Baja battered fish, chipotle herb crema, cabbage, coriander, pico de gallo, lime | DFO
Cauliflower
roasted cauliflower, pickled red daikon, jalapeño salsa verde, avocado, toasted pumpkin seeds | VG/NGA/DF
Cheeto Chicken
schmaltz-dipped habanero tender, shredded cabbage, Calexican mayo, electric pickles, Flamin' Hot Cheetos, coriander
Pork Belly
jalapeño crema, pibil sauce, crackling dust, jalapeño-pickled pineapple
Baja Prawn
grilled baja prawns, charred corn salsa, smoky chipotle crema, crispy shallot, fresh lime | NGA/DFO
Birria Tacos
Legendary STREET TACOS / 2 for 25.0. ADD birria beef / birria chicken +7.0. V vegetarian | VO vegetarian optional | VG vegan | VGO vegan optional | NGA no gluten added | NGO no gluten optional | DF dairy free | DFO dairy free optional. Please speak to our team if you have any dietaries. We try our best, but our kitchen is not completely free of gluten and some items share a fryer.
Birria Beef Brisket
colby jack cheese, onion, coriander, white corn tortillas, birria dipping broth | NGA/DFO
Pulled Adobo Chicken
colby jack cheese, onion, coriander, white corn tortillas, aromatic chicken broth | NGA/DFO
Jackfruit
colby jack cheese, onion, coriander, white corn tortillas, pickled vegetables, chilli cheese queso dip | V/VGO/NGA
Burgs
SERVED IN A BUTTER SEEDED BUN WITH house fries, KETCHUP & AIOLI | NGA BUN AVAILABLE ON REQUEST. ADD BIRRIA BEEF / BIRRIA CHICKEN +7.0. V vegetarian | VO vegetarian optional | VG vegan | VGO vegan optional | NGA no gluten added | NGO no gluten optional | DF dairy free | DFO dairy free optional. Please speak to our team if you have any dietaries. We try our best, but our kitchen is not completely free of gluten and some items share a fryer.
California Love
thick boi smashie, American cheese, Alderson's pickles, street sauce, red onion, shredded 'berg, ketchup | NGO/DFO
MCA
hemp & chipotle patty, vegan cheese, Alderson's pickles, street sauce, red onion, shredded 'berg | VG/DF
DoggyStyle
schmaltz-dipped chicken, habanero dust, American cheese, Alderson's pickles, street sauce, shredded 'berg, red onion, buttermilk ranch
Salads
V vegetarian | VO vegetarian optional | VG vegan | VGO vegan optional | NGA no gluten added | NGO no gluten optional | DF dairy free | DFO dairy free optional. Please speak to our team if you have any dietaries. We try our best, but our kitchen is not completely free of gluten and some items share a fryer.
Roasted Cauliflower Salad
roasted cauliflower, charred corn salsa, avocado, pickled red onion, cherry tomatoes, jalapeño salsa verde, toasted pumpkin seeds, coriander, mint | VG/NGA/DF
Ceviche De Pescado
line-caught market fish, tomatoes, cucumber, kiwifruit, jalapeño, coriander, chilli lime dressing, smoky chipotle crema, blue tortilla chips | NGA/DFO
Cali Chicken Caesar
kale, shredded berg, parmesan, schmaltz-dipped chicken, bacon sourdough crumb, soy marinated egg, anchovy dressing, white flour tortilla shards | DFO. Add extra chicken +8.0
Baja Prawn Street Bowl
Tajin grilled prawns, cabbage slaw, chipotle mayo, roasted corn & black bean pico, guac, chilli lime dressing, coriander rice | NGA/DF. Add carne asado +8.0
Dessert
V vegetarian | VO vegetarian optional | VG vegan | VGO vegan optional | NGA no gluten added | NGO no gluten optional | DF dairy free | DFO dairy free optional. Please speak to our team if you have any dietaries. We try our best, but our kitchen is not completely free of gluten and some items share a fryer.
Chocolate Lava Cake
dark chocolate soil, berries, candied hazelnut, vanilla bean ice cream | V
Hokey Pokey Churros
crispy deep fried churros, cinnamon sugar, hokey pokey icecream, salted caramel sauce, honeycomb crunch | V
Fiesta Piña Sundae
vanilla ice cream, maple roasted pineapple, caramel sauce, coconut caramel pepita crumble, whipped cream, popping candy, red cherry | V
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Margarita Monday
IYKYK. FROM 5PM
Taco Tuesday
$7 Tacos | All day
Wings Wednesday
99C Wings | All day. When purchased with a Red Hot OG, Burg or Salad
Thank F*%K For Thursday
$25 Burger & Beer. California Love + Rosie's Lager. All day
Friyay!
DJ 'til late. $12 Vodka & Red Bull. $12 Jäger Bomb
Sangria Sundays
$25 Sangria Jugs | All day
Beer, Cider & RTDs
On tap, bottles, RTDs, and low or no alcohol options.
Heineken Silver Low Carb
On tap
Heineken 0.0%
On tap
Rosie's Lager
On tap
Tuatara Regenerate Pilsner / Hazy Pale Ale / Interstellar IPA
On tap
Non Alcoholic
Coca-Cola / Coca-Cola Zero Sugar
Schweppes
Dry Lemonade / Tonic / Ginger Ale
Lemon, Lime & Bitters / L&P Ginger Beer
Wine – Bubbles
Moët & Chandon Impérial Brut
France
Moët & Chandon Impérial Rosé
France
Cloudy Bay Pelorus Brut
Marlborough
Cloudy Bay Pelorus Rosé
Marlborough
Agave – Blanco
Less than 2 months, neutral oak barrels. Young / Fiery / Citrus / Spice
El Jimador
Olmeca Altos
Cazcabel
Herradura Plata
Agave – Reposado
Min. 2 months, less than 1 yr in oak barrels. Warm / Vanilla / Cacao / Cinnamon
El Jimador
Olmeca Altos
Cazcabel
Herradura
Wine
Northrow
Marlborough | Sauvignon Blanc
Torea
Marlborough | Sauvignon Blanc
Jules Taylor
Marlborough | Sauvignon Blanc
Northrow
Gisborne | Chardonnay
Cocktails
+2% surcharge on all credit card and contactless payments.
Woo Woo
Taptails | vodka, peach schnapps, Angostura bitters, sugar syrup, cranberry juice
El Diablo
Taptails | Tequila, blackcurrant liqueur, sugar syrup, ginger beer, lime juice
Mango Mule
Taptails | vodka, lime juice, ginger beer, mango

Shed 5 Restaurant & Bar
Shed 5 has built its identity around seafood, with an in-house fishmonger and a menu that moves from oysters and chowder to market fish and more composed mains. The kitchen is at its best when the principal ingredient remains clear: a simply handled fillet, shellfish with a precise dressing, or fish and chips with crisp batter can be more compelling than an overloaded plate. Balance a rich seafood starter with something fresh, then ask which catch best reflects the day’s supply.
The converted wharf store combines timber beams and harbour views with calm, professional service. It feels special without being stiff, so it can handle an anniversary, family lunch or dinner with overseas visitors. Wine staff can steer diners towards New Zealand whites that suit delicate fish or fuller sauces. Book a window-side table when the view matters, but focus the order on the fishmonger’s advice. Shed 5 is most persuasive when the waterfront setting and the kitchen’s specialist knowledge support each other.
Address: 3 Queens Wharf, Wellington Central, Wellington 6011, New Zealand
Shed 5 Restaurant & Bar Menu
Starter
Breads
aro ciabatta, parmesan & polenta bread, rye & caraway sourdough
chargrilled pumpkin & sunflower seed (GF)
Accompaniments (each)
onion butter, burnt onion dust; Wairarapa Lot 8 extra virgin olive oil, Pukara caramelised balsamic; taramasalata, salted bluenose roe, smoked paprika, avocado oil
Warmed olives
preserved lemon oil
Te Matuku, Waiheke Island
Oysters. Subject to availability, please ask our friendly team for today's selection. Choose from natural or battered. natural – lemon & tabasco; battered – nori tempura with pickled ginger & miso mayonnaise Price: MP
Marlborough, Marlborough Sounds
Oysters. Subject to availability, please ask our friendly team for today's selection. Choose from natural or battered. natural – lemon & tabasco; battered – nori tempura with pickled ginger & miso mayonnaise Price: MP
Shed 5 seafood chowder
market fish, prawns, mussels, lemon-sherry crème
Gochujang calamari steak
kimchi-slaw, coriander & sesame, chilli oil, lemon & ginger yoghurt
Tuna tartare
ajo blanco, chardonnay pickled grapes, basil oil
Cured Salmon
buttermilk-horseradish velouté, pumpernickel
Gyudon
wagyu zabuton, onion, green onion, crispy shallot ginger 3 onions, raw yolk, crispy garlic chilli oil, prawn crackers
Salt-baked beetroot carpaccio
whipped goat’s cheese, pickled fennel & pear salsa, burnt blood orange & walnuts
Market fish crudo
tamari & mirin gel, pickled ginger jelly, avocado
King prawn spaghetti carbonara
guanciale, pecorino romano, egg yolk
Blue monkey cheese & ricotta gnudi
broccoli, charred leek, sage, nelson truffle
West Coast whitebait souffle
lemon aioli, watercress, lemon, chardonnay vinaigrette
Main
We are proud to present you with the freshest seafood sourced locally in New Zealand. Our inhouse fishmonger Richard Waru has dedicated 30 years of experience to Shed 5, and we think that's pretty neat.
Market fish
French peas, green-lip mussels, bacon lardons, braised lettuce, leek oil, Jerusalem artichoke
Market fish
spanner crab, prawn & coriander mash, sautéed brassica, yuzu hollandaise, chilli-prawn oil
Seafood orzo
market fish, prawns, crayfish bisque, roasted celeriac, spinach, remoulade, lemon & chive crème fraîche
Shed 5 fish & chips
fish changes daily to what the tide brings in; battered fish fillets, triple cooked chips, cos salad, pickled red onion, green goddess, tartare & lemon
Hawke's Bay Lamb fillet
confit leek, cashew cream, fondant potato, leek velouté, pickled radish, leek ash
Grass-fed beef eye fillet
cauliflower purée, red wine & pearl veal jus
Napa cabbage & shiitake dumplings
tamarind & coconut satay, wood ear, pickled radish & coriander, peanut togarashi (Vegan)
Side
Stir fried brussel sprouts & broccoli
ginger, lime & soy butter, cashew
Duck fat potatoes
black truffle salt, grano padano
Potato dauphinoise
aged cheddar cauliflower gratin
Roquette, pear & manchego salad
Lot 8 e.v.o.o. & Pukara caramelised balsamic
Romaine lettuce
candied walnuts, pickled red onion, green goddess
Makikihi fries
aioli
Dessert
Valrhona manjari chocolate tart
Black Doris plum gel, hazelnut, meringue, Black Doris sorbet
Wildflower & vanilla panna cotta
preserved Cromwell cherry & thyme, amaretto crème fraîche ice cream, almond & honey tuile
Pineapple & coconut eton mess
pineapple & kaffir lime, vegan meringue, vanilla coconut espuma, mango sorbet, toasted coconut (Vegan)
Selection of scoops
Changes daily; sorbet, gelato, & ice cream
Affogato
Immigrant's Son espresso, vanilla ice cream, biscotti, petit fours
Cookies & cream
brown butter & hazelnut cookie, salt caramel gelato
Petit fours
please ask our friendly team for today's selection.
Cheese
Cheese served w falwasser crackers, olive oil crostini, fresh fruit & condiments. Select from the varieties below. Each serving is 50 grams.
Single cheese
your choice of cheese from the selection below
Duo of cheese
choose 2 cheese
Three's a crowd
choose 3 cheese
Family of four
choose 4 cheese
Little River Brie
Little River Cheese Makers; Moutere, Nelson; A2 cow’s milk cheese
Blue Monkey
Mt Eliza Cheese; Katikati, Bay of Plenty; Single origin cow's milk blue cheese
Gorgonzola Dolce
Piedmont, Italy; Cow’s milk blue cheese
Manchego
La Mancha, Spain; Sheep’s milk cheese, aged 60 to 90 days
Double cream brie with truffle
Troldhede, Denmark; Cow's milk cheese
Bar snack
Warmed olives
preserved lemon
Makikihi fries
housemade aioli & ketchup
Buttermilk popcorn chicken
McClure’s pickles, smoked paprika labneh
Sichuan & chilli calamari
yuzu aioli, coriander, charred lemon
Oysters
Natural, green apple mignonette
Oysters
Battered, pickled ginger & miso mayo
Shed 5 fish & chips
battered fillets, triple cooked chips, cos lettuce, green goddess, pickled onion, tartare, lemon
Charcuterie plate
parma ham, tartufo proscuitto cotto, Shed 5 pickles, ciabatta, Turkish bark
Cheese plate
Little River Brie, Gorgonzola Dolce, Manchego; served w falwasser crackers, olive oil crostini, fresh fruit, condiments
Set menu
Two courses – $79 per person: Entrée/Main or Main/Dessert. Includes bread and tea or coffee. Three courses – $99 per person: All three courses. Includes bread and tea or coffee.
Breads
aro ciabatta; parmesan & polenta; rye & caraway sour dough; onion butter & burnt onion dust; Lot 8 reserve extra virgin olive oil & Pukara caramelised balsamic; white truffle & mushroom mascarpone
Market fish crudo
green coconut curry, coriander oil, pickled shallot, chilli pepper caviar, Thai basil & lime
Bruschetta
charred ciabatta, prosciutto di San Daniele, buffalo burrata, basil, preserved tomato salsa, Lot 8 reserve, Pukara balsamic
Gochujang calamari steak
crushed cucumber salad, pickled radish, coriander, black vinegar, chilli & sesame, lemon & ginger yoghurt
Roasted pears
preserved figs, gorgonzola dolce, rocket, candied walnuts, 30-year-old-balsamic (V, GF)
Market fish
salad niçoise; green beans, egg, potato, basil, olives, tomato, caper & ortiz anchovy vinaigrette, green olive tapenade
Hawke's Bay lamb rump
parmesan gnocchi, pea & pistachio gremolata, lemon & mint, crispy chilli labneh
Sous vide pork belly
onion soubise, wildflower honey & ginger carrots, macadamia, apple & fennel remoulade, red vein sorrel, apple syrup
Napa cabbage & shiitake dumplings
tamarind & coconut satay, wood ear, pickled radish & coriander, peanut togarashi (VE)
Choux bun
summer berries, vanilla crèmeaux, sherry gel, almond caramel craquelin
Cointreau chocolate mousse
blood orange gel, cardamon crème fraiche, mandarin, citrus sable
Cheese
with falwasser, crostini, quince, fruit; Gorgonzola dolce, Italy; Little River brie, Nelson
Dilmah tea selection
Immigrant’s Son filter coffee
S5 cocktails
Lemon Meringue Pie
Limoncello, Galliano Vanilla, Frangelico, lemon, egg white
21st & ¼ Century
Angostura 7YO, Suze, Lillet Blanc, white cacao, lemon
Raspberry Daiquiri
Bacardi, wild raspberry Eau de Vie, Marashino liqueur, lime
Pink Panther
Kwai Feh Lychee, Sherry, lemon, ruby red grapefruit
Coconut Margarita
1800 Coconut Tequila, coconut, lime, salt rim
Classic cocktails
Rosebud
Absolut vanilia, cranberry, pineapple, lemon, passionfruit
Classic Espresso Martini
Absolut vanilia, Kahlua, espresso
Classic Margarita
Jose Cuervo Silver, Triple Sec, lime, agave
Bramble
Sipsmith Dry Gin, Crème de Cassis, lemon
Cosmopolitan
Citron Vodka, Cointreau, lime, cranberry
Non-alcoholic cocktails
Passion Punch
Passionfruit, pomegranate, apple, lemon
Sea Dew Fizz
Grapefruit, rosemary, lemon
Oolong Hour
Oolong iced tea, honey, pineapple, lemon
Ginger Ninja
Ginger ale, ginger, lime, mint, vanilla sugar
Beer
Steinlager
Alcohol Free (0.05%)
Corona Cero
0%
Steinlager
Light (2.5%)
Corona
Spirits
Beefeater
GIN
Bombay Sapphire
GIN
Bulldog
GIN
Elephant Dry
GIN
Wine
NV G.H.Mumm Grand Cordon
CHAMPAGNE; Reims
NV G.H.Mumm RSRV
CHAMPAGNE; Reims
NV Billecart-Salmon Brut Réserve
CHAMPAGNE; Mareuil-sur-Aÿ
NV Veuve Clicquot Ponsardin
CHAMPAGNE; Reims
Non alcoholic
NV Plus Minus Prosecco Glera
NON ALCOHOLIC WINE; Australia
2024 Plus Minus Rosé Pinot Noir
NON ALCOHOLIC WINE; Australia
2024 Plus Minus Pinot Grigio
NON ALCOHOLIC WINE; Australia
2024 Plus Minus Shiraz
NON ALCOHOLIC WINE; Australia

MariLuca Ristoro
MariLuca Ristoro offers regional Italian cooking with the warmth of a neighbourhood dining room. Handmade pasta, risotto, gnocchi and slow-cooked sauces anchor the menu, while antipasti and simple vegetable preparations keep a meal from becoming too heavy. Choose a pasta whose sauce matches the group’s appetite, then consider sharing a meat or fish main rather than ordering multiple similar starches. The kitchen’s emphasis on freshness and restraint matters more than novelty, especially in dishes built from only a few ingredients.
The Thorndon location suits relaxed dinners where conversation and generous service are part of the appeal. Red-checked touches and an unfussy room reinforce the trattoria mood, while Italian wine gives the meal a clear direction. Specials are worth hearing before committing to an order because they may use the freshest seasonal produce. MariLuca is a particularly comfortable choice for families, couples and anyone who wants recognisable Italian food prepared with care rather than a highly conceptual tasting experience.
Address: 55 Mulgrave Street, Thorndon, Wellington 6011, New Zealand
MariLuca Ristoro Menu
Antipasti (Starters)
Suppli’ (2pcs)
In-house tomato, basil risotto balls with stringy mozzarella..
Salumi Misti
Prosciutto, salami, mortadella with crostini.
Bruschetta del Giorno (4pcs)
Grilled bread with seasonal toppings (Gluten free bread +$2.00)
Grigliata Impanata di Pesce
Grilled prawn, squid and mussels in herbed bread crumbs, Sicilian dressing.
Antipasto Misto ( for two)
Mixed cold cuts, cheese, sundried tomatoes, marinated grilled artichokes, eggplant, olives, bread.
Olives
Primi Piatti (Pastas & Risotto)
Pappardelle con Anatra
Large pasta ribbons with braised duck sauce.
Gnocchi ai Due Formaggi e Pistacchio
In-house potato gnocchi with mascarpone, parmesan and pistachio sauce.
Linguine ai Gamberoni
Flat spaghetti like pasta, white wine, chilli, garlic, prawns, tomato, olives.
Fettuccini alla Bolognese
Fresh pasta ribbons with beef ragu sauce
Spaghetti alla Carbonara
Spaghetti, guanciale, black pepper, pecorino and egg sauce
Risotto ai Funghi Porcini
Carnaroli rice with mushroom, parmesan, truffle oil, pea tendril, garlic.
Secondi Piatti (Main Courses)
All main courses are served with rosemary roasted potatoes
Saltimbocca a’ la Romana
Veal scaloppine with Parma ham, sage, white wine sauce, buttered green beans.
Agnello alla Griglia con Bagna Cauda
Rosemary & garlic marinated chargrilled lamb rump, medium rare, bagna cauda dressing, roast baby carrots.
Controfiletto di Manzo all’Aceto Balsamico
Grilled beef sirloin, reduced balsamic, green salad or grilled mushroom.
Pollastrello alla Mediterranea
Grilled half chicken, garlic, oregano, citrus, thyme, cherry tomato, garlic spinach.
Pesce del Giorno
Please ask our wait staff for our Fish of the day. Price: Market Price
Contorni (Side dishes)
Bread Sourdough (4slices)
( Olive oil and balsamic vinegar +$3.00)
Insalata
Mesculin greens, cherry tomato, cucumber, in-house balsamic dressing, parmesan, red radish.
Patate arrosto con Rosmarino
Roast potatoes with rosemary.
Verdure Saltate
Sautéed in olive oil, carrots, broccoli, cauliflower, onions
Dolci (Desserts)
Tiramisu
“The classic”
Torta di Arancia
In-house almond orange cake with dulce de leche gelato.
Sorbetto (DF)
Three scoops of sorbet.
Gelato Misto
Three scoops of mixed gelato, strawberry, pistachio, hazelnut.
Vaniglia Affogato
Two scoops vanilla gelato, shot of Espresso (with Liqueur + $4.50)
Formaggi Misti con Frutta
Mixed Italian cheeses with fruits and bread.
Lunch – Antipasti (Starter)/Contorni (Sides)
Salumi Misti
Prosciutto, salami, mortadella, bread
Patate arrosto con Rosmarino
Roast potatoes with rosemary
Insalata
Mesculin mix, cherry tomato, cucumber, red radish, balsamic dressing, parmesan.
Bread Sourdough (4slices)
(Olive oil and balsamic vinegar +$3.00)
Olives
Lunch – Pasta (Served with Penne)
Pomodoro e Basilico
Tomato sauce, butter, garlic, basil, parmesan.
Tonno
Tomato sauce, butter, garlic, white wine, tuna, basil.
Putanesca
Tomato sauce, butter, garlic, capers, olives, anchovy, chili, white wine.
Al Funghi
Mushroom, butter, garlic, onion, cream, parmesan, parsley.
Al Broccoli
Tomato sauce, butter, broccoli, garlic, white wine, anchovy, chili, parmesan.
Lunch – Chef’s Pasta Fresca
Pappardelle con Anatra
Large pasta ribbons with braised duck sauce.
Gnocchi ai Due Formaggi e Pistacchio
Potato gnocchi with mascarpone, parmesan and pistachio sauce.
Fettuccini alla Bolognese
Fresh pasta ribbons with beef ragu sauce.
Linguine ai Gamberoni
Flat spaghetti like pasta, white wine, chilli, garlic, prawns, tomato, olives.
Lunch – Main Course
Saltimbocca di Pollo
Chicken scaloppine with Parma ham, sage, white wine sauce, buttered green beans.
Pesce del Giorno
Please ask our wait staff for our Fish of the day. Price: Market price
Lunch – Pizza (We serve approximate 10” size)
We serve approximate 10” size
Margherita
Tomato sauce, oregano, mozzarella.
Salami
Tomato sauce, salami, mozzarella.
Napoli
Tomato sauce, mozzarella, anchovy, olives.
Prosciutto Cotto e Fungi
Tomato sauce, mozzarella, cooked ham, mushroom.
Quattro Formaggi
Tomato sauce, mozzarella, gorgonzola, brie, parmesan.
Quattro Stagioni
Tomato sauce, mozzarella, ham, olives, mushroom, artichoke.
Lunch – Dolci (Desserts)
Tiramisu “The classic”
Gelato Misto
Three scoops of mixed gelato, strawberry, pistachio, chocolate.
Vaniglia Affogato
Two scoops vanilla gelato, shot of Espresso (with Liqueur + $4.50)
Aperitivi
$13 /30ml
Aperol
Campari
Martini Rosso
Martini Bianco
Birre
Peroni Nastro Azzurro
Menabrea Premium Lager
Tuatara Pale ale
Tuatara Pilsner
Cocktails
Spritz: Aperol / Campari / Limoncello
Kir Pètillant
Bellini
Greenall’s London Dry, Indian Tonic
Rossi (Italian Reds)
Barbera d’Asti “Fiulot” D.o.c.g. Prunotto 2023 Piemonte
Red cherries and red flowers. Medium bodied with soft tannins. Perfect with pastas and game sauces.
Barolo D.o.c.g. Prunotto 2019 Piemonte
The king of red wines with violets and red roses petals. Nebbiolo at its best…. Seductive and permanent flavors.
Amarone della Valpolicella “Bixio” D.o.c.g 2017 Veneto
Full-bodied, tannic, dark cherry, ripe plum, ripe cranberry and light fig notes, spicy, warm, long. Perfect pair with game, grilled and braised red meats, mature cheeses.
Rosso Veronese “Regolo” I.g.t Sartori 2021 Veneto
Valpolicella ripasso style, full bodied red! Plum jam, tobacco, chocolate. Silky on the palate with warm finish.
Bianchi Locali (NZ Whites)
Rose ‘Pond Paddock’ 2022 Martinborough
Light creamy texture with crisp acidity, a little tannin, plenty of red fruit flavors, dry finish
Toru ‘Te Whare Ra’ 2023 Marlborough
Blend of Gewürztraminer, Riesling and Pinot gris. Multi-layered palate with flavors of Mango, citrus, red apple and lychee with lingering spiciness.
Chardonnay ‘Charles Wiffen’ 2023 Marlborough
White and Yellow stonefruits, citrus, fruit, nuts and creamy barrel element
Sauvignon Blanc ‘Caythorpe’ 2024 Marlborough
Concentrated and intense aromas of white floral and gooseberry fruit, dry to taste and a long lingering finish.
Distillati
Greenall’s Original Gin
Hendrick’s Original
Remy Martin V.S.O.P.
Bas Armagnac “Laristan” XO
Liquori
$13 /30ml
Frangelico
Amaretto
Sambuca
Caffe’
White / Tea
Black / Tea
Mocha

The Thistle Inn Mulgrave Str
The Thistle Inn combines the character of Wellington’s oldest surviving pub with a contemporary all-day gastropub menu. Expect comforting food shaped by local produce: seafood, steak, burgers and seasonal plates sit comfortably beside smaller snacks. A good meal starts with something crisp or fresh, then moves to one of the kitchen’s more substantial dishes. The menu changes, so ask about the current fish or butcher’s cut instead of assuming an earlier favourite will still be available.
Low ceilings, timber and the building’s history create an atmosphere that feels rooted in Thorndon rather than designed as a theme. It works for a weekday lunch, after-work drink or casual dinner, with New Zealand beer and wine making the beverage choice straightforward. The Thistle is especially useful for groups seeking proper food in a pub setting. Arrive early if a quieter table matters, and allow a little extra time when government offices empty into the neighbourhood at the end of the day.
Address: 3 Mulgrave Street, Thorndon, Wellington 6011, New Zealand
The Thistle Inn Mulgrave Str Menu
Small Bites
*=Gluten free **=Gluten Free option. Some dishes may contain traces, please let us know if you have severe allergies, or strict dietary requirements so we can best advise you.
Paua croquettes
furikake mayonnaise
Warm olives
soft herbs, lemon*
Natural oyster
bloody mary granita*/Battered oyster, miso mayonnaise
Sun Dried tomato arancini
basil pesto mayo , pecorino
Starters / Sharing
*=Gluten free **=Gluten Free option. Some dishes may contain traces, please let us know if you have severe allergies, or strict dietary requirements so we can best advise you.
Cheesy garlic loaf
Duck liver pate
orange marmalade, toasted bread**
Smoked Kahawai rillettes
horseradish, creme fraiche, lemon, ciabatta**
Hummus
dukkah, olive oil, wonton skins**
Pork & chive dumplings
banging sauce
Burrata
pickled rhubarb, Awatoru honey, almond, mint, ciabatta**
Mains
*=Gluten free **=Gluten Free option. Some dishes may contain traces, please let us know if you have severe allergies, or strict dietary requirements so we can best advise you.
Beer Battered Fish
prawn & chips, tartare sauce** Price: M.P
Butternut risotto
curry leaves, herb oil, pecorino*
Pan seared fish of the day
sauce vierge, soft herbs, olive oil* Price: M.P
Port braised beef cheek & vintage cheddar pie
potato puree, jus, watercress chimichurri
Angus ribeye
cafe de Paris butter, chips, jus*
Course ground beef burger
Kaitaia fire remoulade, McClure’s pickles, American cheddar, onion, fries**
Chicken parmigiana
marinara sauce, garden leaves, pecorino
Sides
*=Gluten free **=Gluten Free option. Some dishes may contain traces, please let us know if you have severe allergies, or strict dietary requirements so we can best advise you.
Chips
truffle oil, parmesan*
Cos lettuce salad
pecorino*
Duck fat potatoes
*
Broccolini
beurre blanc, chilli oil*
Asparagus
curry leaves, coconut labneh*
Desserts
*=Gluten free **=Gluten Free option. Some dishes may contain traces, please let us know if you have severe allergies, or strict dietary requirements so we can best advise you.
Sorbet of the day
*
Chocolate truffle
*
72% chocolate mousse
salted caramel , candied peanut *
Warm sticky date pudding
caramel sauce, ginger gelato*
Tiramisu
quick brown fox coffee liqueur, hazelnut mousseline
After Dinner Drinks
Espresso Martini
Barossa Grant Burge 10yr Tawny Port
Rock Ferry Late Harvest Riesling
Marlborough| 2018
Santa Marta Limoncello
Amaro Trentino

Dockside
Dockside makes the harbour part of the meal, pairing its over-water deck with a menu led by seafood, dry-aged beef and seasonal New Zealand produce. Oysters, scallops, market fish and shellfish are natural starting points, while vegetable dishes and meat from the grill give mixed groups enough breadth. The strongest order lets the coastal setting guide the first courses, then adds one substantial main. Ask what has arrived fresh that day rather than relying on a fixed idea formed before the visit.
Retractable glazing and a roof help the deck remain useful in Wellington weather, while the historic shed gives the interior more character than a generic waterfront dining room. Lunch offers the clearest views; evening feels more polished and suits celebrations. Allow time for a paced meal because the attraction is as much the outlook and atmosphere as rapid service. Dockside is particularly well matched to visiting friends who want recognisable local ingredients in a setting that communicates the city immediately.
Address: Shed 3/9 Queens Wharf, Wellington Central, Wellington 6011, New Zealand
Dockside Menu
Starters
Te Kouma oysters
natural with pink onions or tempura with lime mayo (+ 50c per oyster)
Mussels in coconut milk
with lemongrass, galangal & turmeric
Duck spring rolls
with sweet chilli emulsion
Popcorn chicken
with bang bang sauce, micro coriander
Spiced lamb shoulder croquettes
with red harissa & Greek yoghurt
Sharing Boards
Bread board
Akaroa salmon rillettes with taramasalata, olive tapenade with chilli elaiasalata, rustic baguette
Antipasto
Cured meats, antipasto veggies & olives, arancini with truffle oil, parmesan & aioli, focaccia
Cheese board
Over the Moon Brie, Te Tihi Cheddar & Kikorangi Blue, walnut bread, crackers, pickled pear & quince paste
Ploughman
Chicken liver parfait, aged cheddar, piccalilli, bread & butter pickles, pink onions & baguette
Entrees
Creamy seafood chowder
with fino sherry, sweetcorn & potato, crayfish oil, Turkish bread & butter
Cured beef bresaola
with chevre, pickled veg, truffle honey, parmesan crisp, blushing pear, rye & walnuts
Grilled scallops & fried calamari
with radishes, lychees, sriracha mayo, extra virgin olive oil & fresh lemon
Spiced duck salad
with crispy noodles, micro coriander mint, & sweet chilli dressing
Snapper ceviche
with chilli, lime & coconut milk, mango & pineapple salsa, micro radish
Spring pea risotto
fresh mozzarella, burst cherry tomatoes, extra virgin olive oil & snow pea tendrils
West Coast whitebait fritter
50g or 100g served with lime mayo, crispy potato julienne & micro radish
Mains
Beer battered or crumbed fish & chips
Dry-aged ribeye steak
grilled to your liking & served with thick-cut chips, brandy & peppercorn sauce Price: POA
Slow-cooked lamb shoulder
with cherry demi-glace, pea risotto, whipped feta, salsa verde & snow pea tendrils
Pan-roasted Akaroa salmon fillet
roasted carrots, chickpeas, wild rocket, quinoa & dried cranberries, saffron dressing
Twice-cooked pork belly
cashew nahm jim, roasted kumara, crackling, pickled beetroot, pink ginger mayo, apple caramel
Angus beef two ways
medium rare fillet & braised cheek, broccolini, mushroom & lentil stroganoff, pancetta, truffle oil
Sautéed line-caught Snapper
handmade potato gnocchi, creamed paua, watercress, parmesan tuile
Zany Zeus halloumi
mushroom & lentil stroganoff, broccolini, onion jam & truffle oil
Sides
Turkish bread with butter
Broccolini, toasted almonds & sea salt
Roasted carrots with hummus & dukkah
Cauliflower gratin
Baby potatoes with truffle mayo
Asparagus, olive oil, sea salt
Thick-cut chips, tomato sauce & aioli
Gem lettuce salad with goddess dressing
Plant Based Entrees
Balaboosta board
Falafels with balaboosta, crudites, hummus with dukkah, Turkish bread, Wild Chef polenta sticks
Mushroom, truffle & walnut pate
truffle oil, beetroot relish, sourdough toast
Roasted beetroot
Angel feta, pickled veg, truffle paste, blushing pear, rye & walnuts, micro beetroot leaf
Vegan risotto
with Angel feta, burst cherry tomatoes, extra virgin olive oil & snow pea tendrils
Plant Based Mains
Nori-wrapped tempura tofu & chips
served with house slaw, lemon, Veesey aioli & tomato sauce
Crumbed vegan ‘chicken’
saffron dressing, roasted carrots, chickpeas, wild rocket, quinoa & dried cranberries
Cauliflower, tomato & cashew curry
coconut yoghurt, rice, julienne salad, roasted cashews, micro coriander
Brunch – Oysters & Mussels
Subject to availability
Te Kouma oysters
natural with pink onions or tempura with lime mayo (+ 50c per oyster)
Mussels steamed in coconut milk
with lemongrass, galangal & turmeric
Brunch – Sharing Boards
Bread board
Akaroa salmon rillettes with taramasalata, olive tapenade with chilli elaiasalata & rustic baguette
Antipasto
Cured meats, antipasto veggies & olives, arancini with truffle oil, parmesan & aioli, focaccia
Ploughman
chicken liver parfait, aged cheddar, piccalilli, bread & butter pickles, pink onions & baguette
Cheese board
Brie, aged Cheddar & Blue served with walnut bread, crackers, grapes & quince paste
Brunch – Plant Based Brunch
Balaboosta board
Falafels with balaboosta, crudites, hummus with dukkah, Turkish bread, Wild Chef polenta sticks
Scrambled tofu on sourdough toast
hash browns, onion jam, smashed avocado, mushrooms & tomatoes
Vegan Duo
tomatoes, hummus & smashed avo on sourdough, served with chia pudding, preserved peach, raspberry & walnut praline
Vegan nasi goreng
with kecap manis, bok choy, baby peas, spring onions & tempura broccolini with chilli salt
Brunch – Free Range Eggs
Eggs Benedict with streaky bacon
or smashed avocado; or smoked salmon
Big Breakfast
poached eggs on sourdough with hollandaise, streaky bacon, smashed avocado, kranskys, onion jam & hash browns
Omelette Duo
omelette with streaky bacon & cheese, served with Anzac biscuit granola, poached pear & Greek yoghurt
Brunch – Brunch
Beer battered or crumbed fish & chips
Creamy seafood chowder
with fino sherry, sweetcorn & potato, crayfish oil, Turkish bread & butter
Cinnamon-spiced apple French toast
with Anzac oat crumble, custard, butterscotch & vanilla gelato
Braised lamb shepherd’s pie
with parmesan & rosemary crust, pistachio salsa & baby peas
Duck nasi goreng
chilli & kecap manis, bok choy & mung beans with a chilli-fried egg & spring onions
Smoked snapper fishcakes
fennel, orange & watercress salad, red harissa & Greek yoghurt
Zany Zeus halloumi salad
saffron dressing, roasted carrots, chickpeas, wild rocket, quinoa & dried cranberries
Crumbed popcorn chicken salad
with bang bang sauce, streaky bacon, soft boiled egg, Brussels sprouts, parmesan & watercress
West Coast whitebait fritter
50g or 100g, served with lime mayo, potato julienne & micro salad greens
Brunch – Sides
Turkish bread with butter
Broccolini, toasted almonds & sea salt
Thick-cut chips, tomato sauce & aioli
Gem lettuce salad with goddess dressing
Bar Menu – Light Meals & Sharing Plates
Te Kouma oysters
natural with pink onions or tempura +50c with lime mayo
Popcorn chicken
with bang bang sauce & micro coriander
Salt & pepper calamari
with lemon & aioli
Housemade duck spring rolls
with sweet chilli emulsion
Mussels
in coconut milk with lemongrass, galangal & turmeric
Seafood chowder
with fino sherry, crayfish oil & Turkish bread & butter
Mushroom, truffle & walnut pate
with truffle oil, beetroot relish & sourdough toast
Pork belly nasi goreng
with a chilli-fried egg & crispy shallots
Spiced lamb shoulder croquettes
with red harissa & Greek yoghurt
Beer battered or crumbed line-caught fish & thick-cut chips
with house slaw & tarragon tartare
Angus beef patty
with pulled bbq pork, smoked cheese, pickles, pickled red cabbage & sriracha mayo, with a side of hash sticks
Thick-cut chips
with tomato sauce & aioli
Turkish bread
with butter
Bar Menu – Sharing Boards
Bread board
Akaroa salmon rillettes with taramasalata, olive tapenade with chilli elaiasalata & rustic loaf
Antipasto
Cured meats, antipasto veggies & olives, arancini with truffle oil, parmesan & aioli & focaccia
Balaboosta
Falafels with balaboosta, crudites, hummus with dukkah, polenta sticks & Turkish bread
Ploughman
Chicken liver parfait, aged cheddar, piccalilli relish, bread & butter pickles, pink onions & baguette
Cheeseboard
Brie, aged cheddar & blue served with walnut bread, crackers, blushing pear & quince paste
3 Course Set Menu
Snapper ceviche
with chilli, lime & coconut milk, mango & pineapple salsa, micro radish
Braised duck & Thai style salad
with crispy noodles, mint, micro coriander & sweet chilli dressing
Cured beef bresaola
chevre, pickled veg, truffle honey, parmesan, blushing pear, rye & walnuts
Pea & parmesan risotto
fresh mozzarella, burst cherry tomatoes, virgin olive oil & pea tendrils
Medium rare Angus sirloin steak
with potato rosti, broccolini, onion jam, brandy & peppercorn sauce
Grilled Akaroa salmon
with carrots, chickpeas, wild rocket, quinoa, cranberries & saffron dressing
Pork belly
cashew nahm jim, pickled beetroot, roasted kumara, apple caramel, pickled ginger mayo
Fried Zany Zeus halloumi
with carrots, chickpeas, wild rocket, quinoa, cranberries & saffron dressing
Flourless Whittaker’s chocolate torte
with chantilly mascarpone, raspberry coulis & caramel corn
Cinnamon-spiced apple & Anzac biscuit crumble
served with custard, vanilla gelato & white chocolate
Chilled makrut lime & coconut rice pudding
mango gel, tropical fruits, passionfruit & ginger sorbet
Over the Moon OMG Triple Cream Brie
served with walnut bread, crackers, grapes & quince paste
Premium Tasting Menu
Snapper raviolo
with creamed paua sauce, kale, parmesan tuile & watercress | Nautilus Albarino Marlborough, 2025, 75ml
Slow cooked lamb shoulder
with pea risotto, whipped feta & salsa verde | Craggy Range Single Vineyard Syrah, Hawkes Bay, 2024, 100ml
Housemade duck spring roll
with sweet chilli emulsion | Man O’ War ‘Exiled’ Pinot Gris, Waiheke Island, 2025, 75ml
Akaroa salmon rillettes
with taramasalata, caviar & crostini | Rippon Gewürztraminer, Central Otago, 2023, 75ml
Medium rare Angus beef fillet
mushroom & lentil stroganoff, broccolini, truffle oil | Felton Road Estate Pinot Noir, Bannockburn, Central Otago, 2024 100ml
Pear pudding
passionfruit & ginger sorbet, custard, Anzac biscuit crumbs | Beaumalric Muscat Beaumes de Venise, France, 2023, 50ml
Bresaola
with chevre, pickled veg, truffle honey, parmesan, pear, rye & walnuts | Matawhero ‘Irwin’ Chardonnay, Hawkes Bay, 2021, 75ml
Brunch – Shakes
Vodka, coconut, mango, passionfruit & ginger
Dark rum, vanilla, salted caramel & chocolate
Raspberry, banana, almond & fresh mint
Blueberry, vanilla, honey & coconut chia

Master Kong
Master Kong interprets East and Southeast Asian street-food flavours through a social waterfront menu. Dumplings, bao, fried snacks and noodles can open the meal before larger dishes such as Peking duck, short rib or pad Thai arrive. Sweet, sour, smoky and chilli notes are deliberately bold, so variety matters more than quantity. Order a couple of small plates, one fresh or vegetable-led dish and a larger centrepiece; that structure keeps the table lively without repeating the same fried texture.
The colourful Customhouse Quay room is built for groups, cocktails and energetic evenings rather than hushed dining. Sharing is the natural format, and staff can help sequence the food so the table does not fill at once. Master Kong suits birthdays, work gatherings and pre-event dinners where atmosphere matters alongside the meal. Diners seeking subtle seasoning may prefer lighter dishes, while those who enjoy strong sauces and playful presentation will find more to explore across several plates.
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

The Crab Shack Wellington
The Crab Shack is an informal seafood restaurant where the pleasure comes from hands-on eating. Crab, prawns, mussels, fried fish and other shellfish sit alongside burgers and simple sides, making it easy to build either a full seafood spread or a less adventurous meal. Start with one shared shellfish dish, then add something fried and a salad or vegetable side for contrast. Bibs and messy fingers are part of the experience, so the restaurant is better approached with appetite than ceremony.
Its Queens Wharf position and casual, nautical mood make it a natural family lunch or lively group dinner. The room can become noisy when busy, which adds energy but may not suit a private conversation. Ask about market availability and portion size before ordering several large plates, because shellfish choices and supply can change. The Crab Shack is strongest when diners share widely, keep the order simple and let fresh seafood provide the occasion rather than expecting formal technique or restrained surroundings.
Address: 5 Queens Wharf, Wellington Central, Wellington 6011, New Zealand
The Crab Shack Wellington Menu
Get Started
Hot Bread w butter
Shack Chowder
a Crab Shack classic w market fish, prawns, creamed corn & potato
‘Cheezy As’
garlic & cheese Cobb – pull apart hot & cheesy garlic bread
Hot Wings
1 pound of crispy chilli chicken wings w blue cheese & red pepper sauce - available either meek‘n’mild or “fire in the hole!”
Shack-spiced Calamari
lightly fried w aioli & lemon
Raw Fish board
market selection w lime, palm sugar & chilli dressing, coriander salad
Tempura Soft Shell Crab
w chilli, miso pickled ginger mayo
Fish
tempura market fish, jalapeno crème fraiche, iceberg & pickles
Halloumi
grilled Zany Zeus halloumi, roasted corn salsa, coriander, chilli & guacamole
Soft Shell Crab
tempura batter, chilli, spring onion & coriander, crispy shallots, pickled ginger miso mayo
Scoop of Mussels
500g of Marlborough green lip mussels; white wine, chilli & garlic cream; coconut curry laksa sauce
Shack Burgers
All burgers served w fries.
The Mooloo
Prime beef patty, smoked cheddar, McClures pickles, iceberg lettuce, shack BBQ sauce & aioli on an Aro milk burger bun w Makikihi fries
The Big Wet Welly
Tempura batter fish fillets, cheddar cheese, iceberg & tartare on an Aro milk burger bun w Makikihi fries
The Happy Hippy
roasted Portobello mushroom, Zany Zeus halloumi, caramelised onions, onion rings, tomato relish, shack-slaw & aioli
Sides
Honey Mustard Slaw
Makikihi Fries
Extra Baguette
Steamed Rice
Butter
Roti Bread
Rocket Manchego Salad
The Main Event
Cajun Catch of the Day
market fish grilled in the charcoal barrel w cajun spices, & served w potato rosti nuggets, green onion sour cream, honey-mustard slaw
Beer battered Fush ‘n’ Chups
market fish, Makikihi fries, honey mustard slaw & tartare
Surf & Turf
slow braised beef short rib, king prawns, mashed spuds, green peppercorn & garlic gravy
Seafood Fettucine
prawns, squid, mussels, olives, capers
Vegetable Fettucine
tomato pesto, roasted red onion, baby spinach, feta, olives and capers
Seafood Curry
fish, squid, prawns & mussels in a coconut & lemongrass curry w coriander & chilli; contains peanuts; + roti bread; + steamed jasmine rice
SEAFOOD BOIL UP!
The ultimate seafood feast! Designed to Share. Mud crab, king prawns, mussels, squid, spicy sausage & corn on the cob, all simmered in tomato and garlic butter sauce! Comes with a choice of 4 sides to soak up the saucy goodness! - Baby Baguette, potato rosti nuggets, Steamed Rice, Makikihi Fries, Honey Mustard Slaw
Madagascan Mud Crab
500g served with ‘The Classic’ chilli garlic butter, finished w lemon and parsley
From The Crab Pots
Are you ready to get messy?
Madagascan Mud Crab
500g; Served with: ‘The Classic’ chilli garlic butter, finished w lemon and parsley
Seafood Boil Up
$199. The ultimate seafood feast! Designed to share. Madagascan Mud crab, king prawns, mussels, squid, spicy sausage & corn on the cob, all simmered in tomato & garlic butter sauce! Comes with a choice of 4 sides to soak up the saucy goodness!
baby baguette
potato rosti nuggets
steamed rice
Makikihi fries
honey mustard slaw
Little Crablings Menu
All $15.50
Mini Moo Moo
CHEESE BURGER | Homemade beef pattie, cheddar cheese, pickle, lettuce & mayo served with curly fries & ketchup
“THE BIG MAC” ... & CHEESE
Macaroni with triple cheese sauce - cheddar, mozzarella & parmesan, with champagne ham off the bone or without for little vegetarians
Big Bird’s Buns
CHICKEN BURGER | Free range chicken breast crumbed in panko, cheddar cheese, lettuce & mayo, served with curly fries & ketchup
Little Piranha
FISH & CHIPS | Battered fish fillets, curly fries with ketchup, old school iceberg salad & ranch dressing
Katsu
chicky chicky wah wah in my belly; KATSU | Katsu free range chicken breast, steamed rice, shredded slaw, kewpie mayo, tonkatsu sauce & toasted sesame
Ice Cream Sundaes
All $10.00
Chocka Block
Chocolate ice cream, chocolate fish, chocolate maltesers, whipped cream, chocolate sauce
Welly Jelly in my belly
Traffic light jelly – lime, orange & raspberry, vanilla ice cream, whipped cream & jelly beans
Marshmallow Snowman
Vanilla ice cream, chocolate buttons, marshmallow & vanilla snow
Desserts
All Desserts are $13.50
Double chocolate fudge brownie
served hot w chocolate sauce, caramelized walnuts, cream & vanilla ice cream
Boozy Ice-Cream Sundaes - Jaffa
chocolate ice cream, Cointreau syrup, orange crisps, mandarin crumble & Jaffa’s
Affogato
vanilla ice cream, Immigrant Son espresso
Kids Dessert
All 10.00
I scream sundaes - Chockablock
chocolate ice cream, chocolate fish, chocolate maltesers, whipped cream, chocolate sauce
I scream sundaes - Welly Jelly in my belly
Traffic light jelly – lime, orange & raspberry, vanilla ice cream, whipped cream & jelly beans
Marshmallow snowman
Vanilla ice cream, chocolate buttons, marshmallow & vanilla snow
Soda Spider
Any fizzy drink with vanilla ice cream
Daily Deals
Available from 3pm - 6pm only. Dining must be complete and bill paid before 6.00pm.
Sharing is Caring Wednesday
Buy a jug of beer & get a free cheesy garlic cob loaf. Available from 3pm - 6pm only. Dining must be complete and bill paid before 6.00pm.
Squid Games Thursday
1/2 priced calamari. Available from 3pm - 6pm only. Dining must be complete and bill paid before 6.00pm.
Fush & Chups Friday
Buy 1 get 1 free. Available from 3pm - 6pm only. Dining must be complete and bill paid before 6.00pm.
Super Sunday Kids Dine Free*
*When accompanied by an adult before 6pm. Maximum 1 child per adult. Child must be under 10years. 1 kids menu per child with accompanying adult main. Dining is complete before 6pm.
Shell – ebration Saturday
Enjoy 1/2 priced mussels. *Available from 3pm -6pm only. Dining must be complete and bill paid before 6.00pm.
Milkshakes
Boozy 20 / Not Boozy 15
Golden Pash
Mango, Passionfruit, White Chocolate, Mango & White chocolate liqueurs
Choccy Lamington
Chocolate, Coconut, Malibu & Chocolate liqueurs
Feijoa Crumble
Feijoa Sorbet, Cinnamon, Fireball Whiskey
Banana Split
Banana, Vanilla, Hazelnut & Banana liqueurs
Non-Alcoholic
Pete’s Natural Soda
Feijoa Lemonade; Lime-o-nade; Currant Crush
Curious AF G&T’s
Pink Grapefruit; Apero Spritz
Six Barrel Soda
Raspberry & Lemon
Little City Kombucha
Green Apple; Orange & Turmeric; Lemon & Ginger
Wine by the Glass
Glass | Bottle
Mumm Grand Cordon NV
Reims
Montelvini Master Prosecco
Italy
Vilarnau Cava
Spain
Nautilus Brut
Marlborough
Brancott Letter Series O 2024
Marlborough
Church Road McDonald Series 2024
Hawkes Bay
Mt Beautiful 2023
Nth Canterbury
Te Kairanga 2025
Martinborough
Mt Beautiful 2022
Nth Canterbury
Grove Mill 2025
Marlborough
Te Kairanga 2025
Martinborough
Roaring Meg 2025
Central Otago
Settimo Miglio 2024
Veneto
Church Road Gwen 2024
Hawkes Bay
Church Road Gwen 2025
Hawkes Bay
Saddleback 2025
Central Otago
Te Kairanga 2025
Martinborough
Te Kairanga 2025
Martinborough
Vavasour 2023
Marlborough
Roaring Meg 2024
Central Otago
Te Tera 2023
Martinborough
Church Road McDonald Series 2022
Hawkes Bay
Jim Barry Cover Drive 2021
Clare Valley
Bodegas Beronia Crianza 2021
Rioja
Rutini Trumpeter Malbec 2024
Mendoza
Grant Burge Miamba 2023
Barossa
Clearview Cape Kidnappers 2024
Hawkes Bay
Plus Minus Prosecco
Australia
Plus Minus Pinot Gris
Plus Minus Rose
Plus Minus Shiraz
Dessert Wine
Gls / Btl
Wet Jacket Sticky Savvy 2022
Central Otago
Cocktails
Beach Bum
Malibu, Bacardi, Pineapple, Cranberry & a splash of lemon
Berry Happy
Vodka, Peach schnapps, Prosecco, Berries & Cranberry
Santiago
Passionfruit Vodka, Gin, Orgeat, Green Tea Syrup, Shiraz Float
No Smoke Without Fire
Chilli-infused Mezcal, Lime, Pomegranate, Triple Sec
Mai Tai
Appleton Estate Rum, Clement Rhum Blanc, Grand Marnier, Orgeat & lime
Espresso Martini
Vodka, Kahlua & Immigrant’s Son espresso
Siracusa Coast
Aperol, Bacardi 8, Yellow Chartreuse, Lime, Coconut & Orange Bitters
Lemon Sherbet
Malfy Rosa Gin, Lemon, Sugar Syrup, Triple Sec
Turtle Bay
1800 Coconut Tequila, Campari, Lime, Grapefruit, Cinnamon, Egg White
Paris to Tokyo
Clement Rhum Blanc, Kwai Feh, Lime, Chartreuse, Raspberry Cordial, Yuzu Sherbert
Beer
Mac’s Gold 4.0%
Zeffer Crisp Apple Cider 5.0%
Panhead Supercharger APA 5.7%
Panhead Sandman Hazy 5.2%
Speights Summit Ultra 4.2%
Parrotdog Sundog Pilsner 5.2%
Corona
Steinlager Classic, Steinlager Pure, Mac’s Black
Steinlager Light 2%
Steinlager Zero 0%, Corona 0%
More
Gls / Btl
Martell VSOP
COGNAC
Ardberg 10yr
WHISKEY
Glenfiddich 12yr
WHISKEY
Glenkinchie 12yr
WHISKEY
Laphroaig 10yr
WHISKEY
Balvenie 14yr
WHISKEY
Pallini Limoncello
DIGESTIVE
Stones Ginger Wine
DIGESTIVE
Graham’s Fine Tawny
PORT
Taylor’s Fine Ruby
PORT
Final Thoughts
These adjoining neighbourhoods show several sides of Wellington dining without requiring a long journey. Fresh seafood and broad harbour views are the obvious attraction, yet the strongest meals are not confined to the water. A historic Thorndon pub, a plant-led tasting menu, handmade Italian pasta and charcoal cooking all add depth. The area works equally well for a quick weekday lunch, a noisy birthday table or a carefully paced dinner, provided the venue is chosen with the group’s preferred atmosphere in mind.
Plan bookings around the busiest waterfront evenings and the smaller Thorndon rooms, then keep the order balanced. Shared menus benefit from a mix of rich, fresh and vegetable-led dishes, while seafood restaurants reward questions about the day’s catch. Check the latest menu, address and opening period directly before setting out. With that preparation, diners can concentrate on what these streets do best: distinctive food, welcoming rooms and a strong sense of Wellington’s harbour and history.