Karaka Cafe

Celebrating all things New Zealand is at the heart of Karaka Café and it’s an experience you won’t find outside of Wellington. From the classic and ever-so-popular Hāngi dish to the Pacific Eggs Benedict with corned beef, these are tastes which are in fact hard to find anywhere else in Wellington.

Just a stone’s throw away is the glittering lagoon and waterfall, a welcome respite from the hustle and bustle of the capital. Even if you’re inside, the endless windows welcome in every ray of sunshine. With views for days, it’s a fantastic place to recharge those batteries.

Pop in for breakfast or lunch for a foodie fix. Their smashed avo with feta and poached eggs will get your day off to a fighting start and their lunchtime vegan bowl with fried kumara, pickled veg and quinoa will keep you going until dinner time. The mussel pots are available all year round, with the buttermilk chicken wrap is perfect for a tasty lunch ( and a staff favourite).

The wine list hits all the right spots and you could trick yourself into thinking the cocktails are healthy; kiwi juice, blueberry and green tea are three of your five a day, right?