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Best Bars and Pubs in Wellington - Top Spots by Suburb
Looking for the best bars and pubs in Wellington? You're in the right place. Whether you want a cocktail bar, sports bar, rooftop bar, wine bar, cheap happy hour drinks, or a cool local pub near you, this guide maps out Wellington's top bars and pubs by suburb, from Wellington City / CBD and the waterfront to Cuba Street, Courtenay Place, Johnsonville and beyond.
Whether you're searching for the best pubs in Wellington CBD, cool bars in the city, cheap drinks and cheap cocktails, or local bars and restaurants near you, this guide covers Wellington's top bars, pubs, cocktail bars, wine bars, sports bars and nightclubs. Wellingtonians love a good drink, and with new bars and pubs opening regularly, this is your go-to source for the best bars and pubs in Wellington. Bookmark it, share it and sip your way through the capital.
Wellington Waterfront
Address: 3 Queens Wharf
Rating: 4.0 (1.1K reviews) · $$
Highlights: "Great selection of craft beers, friendly & knowledgeable service."
Address: 103 Oriental Parade
Rating: 4.3 (1.6K reviews) · $$
Highlights: "Delicious cocktails, friendly staff and good food."
Address: Shed 3/9 Queens Wharf
Rating: 4.3 (1.9K reviews) · $$$
Highlights: "Good atmosphere with a great selection of beers, wines and cocktails."
Address: 33 Queens Wharf
Rating: 4.3 (1.5K reviews) · $$
Highlights: "Harbour views, world-class bar, CBD hotspot."
One80 Restaurant & Lounge Bar, Wellington
Address: 100 Oriental Parade
Rating: 4.2 (331 reviews) · Fine Dining
Highlights: "Amazing views over the harbour, friendly staff, great service!"
Rosie's Red-Hot Cantina Wellington
Address: 4 Queens Wharf
Rating: 4.2 (2.1K reviews) · $$
Highlights: "Super friendly staff, great food and delicious yet affordable cocktails."
Address: 3 Queens Wharf
Rating: 4.5 (1.2K reviews) · $100+ · Seafood
Highlights: "The atmosphere was casual with entertaining music on the background."
Address: 5 Cable St
Rating: 4.3 (1.5K reviews) · $$
Highlights: "Great atmosphere, spacious & a very nice place, and super friendly staff!"
Address: 139A Oriental Parade
Rating: 3.8 (707 reviews) · $20–30
Highlights: "Evening done right with a beer on the water watching the sun go down."
The Lobby Lounge At InterContinental Wellington
Address: Ground floor of 2, Grey St
Rating: 4.5 (110 reviews)
Highlights: "Lovely ambiance you could hear each others conversation."
Temporarily closed.
Address: Queens Wharf
Rating: 4.5 (124 reviews) · $100+ · Restaurant
Highlights: "Nice cocktails and wine selection."
Closed ⋅ Opens 5:30 pm Tue.
Wellington City / CBD, Wellington Central & Te Aro
Address: 132 Cuba St
Rating: 4.4 (1.3K reviews) · $20–30 · Italian
Highlights: "Always a busy upbeat vibe here with friendly and professional service."
Address: 69/71 Courtenay Pl
Rating: 4.4 (120 reviews) · $10–20 · Cocktail bar
Highlights: "Super classy, cheap drinks, great customer service."
Closed ⋅ Opens 3 pm.
Address: 22 Allen St
Rating: 3.9 (36 reviews) · Grill
Highlights: "Best bar in town ...great music but best of all great staff."
Closed ⋅ Opens 5 pm Fri.
Address: Kiosk 4/80A Willis St
Rating: 4.4 (86 reviews) · $20–30
Highlights: "Cosy bar with a welcoming outdoor area, staff are always fabulous."
Closed ⋅ Opens 2 pm Mon.
Address: 166 Willis St
Rating: 4.4 (1K reviews) · $$ · Bar
Highlights: "Lovely set up on the roof with nice decor and a view to the sunset."
Address: 41 Courtenay Pl
Rating: 4.0 (410 reviews) · $$ · Japanese
Highlights: "The atmosphere is very lively and the drum is a nice touch by the staff."
Address: 55 Ghuznee St
Rating: 4.2 (114 reviews) · $10–20
Distance: 9.2 km
Highlights: "Yum cocktails great vibe."
Closed ⋅ Opens 4 pm Wed.
Address: Midland Park 159 Lambton Quay
Rating: 4.6 (120 reviews) · $20–30 · Restaurant
Highlights: "Boujee venue with great food, excellent beverages and wonderful atmosphere."
Closed ⋅ Opens 8 am Mon.
The Ballroom Pool and Snooker Lounge
Address: 1st/68 Courtenay Pl
Rating: 4.5 (384 reviews) · $ · Bar
Highlights: "Decent price on drinks and great having tellies to watch the sports."
Address: 28 Blair St
Rating: 4.1 (45 reviews) · $$
Highlights: "Bettys award-winning Function House & Bar offers an eclectic mix of hospitality, functionality and innovation."
Closed ⋅ Opens 10 pm Wed. No takeaway · No delivery.
Address: 73 The Terrace
Rating: 4.2 (1.3K reviews) · $20–30
Highlights: "Awesome staff, great beers, delicious food and Great decor."
Closed ⋅ Opens 9 am Mon.
Address: 10 Majoribanks St
Rating: 4.1 (32 reviews)
Highlights: "A bit of sophistication."
Closed ⋅ Opens 5 pm.
Address: 118 Wakefield St
Rating: 4.4 (228 reviews) · $10–30
Highlights: "Nice staff, cheap drinks and chill environment."
Closed ⋅ Opens 5 pm.
Address: 12 Bond St
Rating: 4.5 (275 reviews) · $20–30 · Sports bar
Highlights: "Great spot, quiet, lots of TVs, awesome service."
Address: 99 Boulcott St
Rating: 4.7 (970 reviews) · $100+
Highlights: "Fantastic service, great atmosphere in such a cool location."
Closed ⋅ Opens 12 pm Mon.
Address: 1 Dixon St (Gigs held at Jack Hackett's)
Rating: 4.8 (16 reviews) · Live Music
Highlights: "Great blues and New Orleans jazz bar."
Address: 22 Allen St
Rating: 4.5 (259 reviews) · $$
Highlights: "Awesome cocktails & shots with a fantastic atmosphere."
Closed ⋅ Opens 7 pm Fri.
Address: Ground Huddart Parker Building, 1 Post Office Square
Rating: 4.5 (2.1K reviews) · $100+
Highlights: "Immediately walked in to a vibrant atmosphere, with impeccable service."
Closed ⋅ Opens 5 pm.
Chibob Karaoke Pub & Party Room
Address: Ground Floor/25 Taranaki St
Rating: 4.2 (29 reviews) · $10–20 · Karaoke bar
Highlights: "Great spot for karaoke, and really friendly and helpful staff!"
Closed ⋅ Opens 5 pm.
Address: 62 Ghuznee St
Rating: 4.6 (658 reviews) · $$
Highlights: "A super chill vibe, friendly staff, and good brews."
Closed ⋅ Opens 12 pm Tue.
Address: 45 Tory St
Rating: 4.2 (1.5K reviews) · $$ · Asian Fusion
Highlights: "Super friendly staff and gorgeous cocktails."
Address: 17b Allen St
Rating: 4.5 (142 reviews) · $10–30
Highlights: "The bar staff were friendly, full of fun and provided a great service."
Closed ⋅ Opens 7 pm Wed.
Address: 89 Ghuznee St
Rating: 4.5 (38 reviews) · $20–30 · Grill
Highlights: "The drinks were creative, beautifully presented, and tasted so gooood."
Opens soon ⋅ 1 pm.
Address: 18 Willeston St
Rating: 5.0 (5 reviews) · $20–30 · Bar
Highlights: "New after work drinks venue alert!"
11:30am - 8:00pm weekdays
Address: 109 Manners St
Rating: 4.6 (444 reviews) · $$ · Cocktail bar
Highlights: "Amazing service, Amazing cocktails, Amazing atmosphere, so good, thank you!!"
Closed ⋅ Opens 4 pm.
Address: Steamship Building North Queens Wharf, 57 Customhouse Quay
Rating: 4.5 (298 reviews) · $$ · Cocktail bar
Highlights: "Lovely cocktails, cool, knowledgeable and friendly staff."
Closed ⋅ Opens 9:30 am Tue.
Address: 74 Courtenay Pl
Rating: 4.1 (530 reviews) · $10–20
Highlights: "Nice theme throughout, great staff, drinks & food."
Closed ⋅ Opens 4 pm.
Address: Basement level/126 Cuba St
Rating: 4.9 (96 reviews) · $20–30 · Cocktail bar
Highlights: "Delicious cocktails, great service, and a relaxed, welcoming environment."
Closed ⋅ Opens 5 pm Tue.
Address: 155 Lambton Quay
Rating: 4.3 (1.2K reviews) · $20–40 · Restaurant
Highlights: "Went for a drink, very chill atmosphere, pleasant service, not overbearing."
Closed ⋅ Opens 7:30 am Mon.
Address: 54 Taranaki St
Rating: 4.3 (1.2K reviews) · $$ · Bar
Highlights: "Super friendly and welcoming bartender, awesome DJ, great live music."
Address: 70 Courtenay Pl
Rating: 4.6 (986 reviews) · $$$ · Pan Asian
Highlights: "Fast friendly service, amazing cocktails."
Closed ⋅ Opens 4:30 pm Mon.
Address: 7 Boulcott St
Rating: 4.3 (629 reviews) · $20–30 · Restaurant
Highlights: "Mean food and cheap 10 dollar cocktails."
Address: 35 Dixon St
Rating: 4.3 (391 reviews) · $$
Highlights: "Great cocktails at extremely reasonable prices for Welling town!"
Closed ⋅ Opens 5 pm Tue.
Address: Wellington (no specific street provided in data)
Rating: 3.9 (38 reviews) · $$
Closed ⋅ Opens 9:30 pm Wed. No delivery.
Address: 34 Courtenay Pl
Rating: 4.3 (177 reviews) · $20–30
Highlights: "The bar tender named Ivy was so friendly and made some mean drinks for us."
Closed ⋅ Opens 7 pm.
Address: 8 Chews Ln
Rating: 4.8 (204 reviews) · $20–30 · Cocktail bar
Highlights: "Amazing cocktails and incredible service made this a wonderful experience."
Closed ⋅ Opens 4 pm Tue.
Address: 16 Courtenay Pl
Rating: 4.0 (567 reviews) · $$ · Grill
Highlights: "Best DJ, great staff and music."
Closed ⋅ Opens 5 pm.
Address: 31-35 Dixon St
Rating: 4.2 (650 reviews) · $$
Highlights: "Lovely staff, affordable drinks, and good music!"
Closed ⋅ Opens 3 pm.
Address: Featherston St
Rating: 4.2 (862 reviews) · $20–30 · Grill
Highlights: "The music, atmosphere, food, cheap price, everything was perfect."
Address: 1/10 Waterloo Quay
Rating: 4.2 (993 reviews) · $$
Highlights: "Food was great, $10 cocktails were great and the live DJ was great."
Closed ⋅ Opens 11:30 am Mon.
Address: 20 Bond St
Rating: 4.5 (668 reviews) · $$
Highlights: "great beer, great staff, great atmosphere, not much food."
Closed ⋅ Opens 11:30 am Mon.
Address: 7 Leeds St
Rating: 4.6 (1.2K reviews) · $$
Highlights: "Great dog friendly bar with excellent beer selection and lovely staff."
Address: 7/11 Dixon St
Rating: 4.1 (241 reviews) · $$ · Sports bar
Highlights: "Staff are super polite and nice, good beers."
Address: 26-32 Allen St
Rating: 4.3 (627 reviews) · $$
Highlights: "The bar was great, drinks were delicious and fairly priced."
Address: 9 Leeds St
Rating: 4.7 (16 reviews)
Highlights: "Awesome indoor/outdoor heated deck/tent style bar at the back of Murphys."
Closed ⋅ Opens 3 pm.
Garage Project Aro Taproom: 91 Aro
Address: 91 Aro St
Rating: 4.8 (477 reviews) · $$
Highlights: "Exceptional beers in a cool, inviting room."
Garage Project Wild Workshop Taproom & Cellar Door
Address: 7 Furness Ln
Rating: 4.9 (53 reviews) · Brewery
Highlights: "Our host was incredibly knowledgeable and the beers were wildly unique."
Closed ⋅ Opens 2 pm.
Address: 14 Leeds St, Wellington
Rating: 4.6 (891 reviews) · $10–20
Highlights: "The laid-back atmosphere and unique dive-themed decor add to its charm."
Address: 95 Upland Rd
Rating: 4.9 (257 reviews) · $100+
Highlights: "The cocktails are incredible, service is first class & the prices fair."
Address: 69 Courtenay Pl
Rating: 4.2 (931 reviews) · $$
Highlights: "The cocktails were some of the best we’ve had and the food was wonderful."
Address: 25 Victoria St
Rating: 4.2 (2K reviews) · $$
Highlights: "Great beer, great atmosphere, great entertainment equals a great night out."
Closed ⋅ Opens 11:30 am Mon.
Address: 14 Leeds St
Rating: 4.7 (464 reviews) · $$ · Cocktail bar
Highlights: "Great atmosphere, wonderful cocktails, excellent service."
Closed ⋅ Opens 4 pm.
Address: 32a/34 Wigan St
Rating: 4.5 (906 reviews) · $$
Highlights: "very friendly welcoming staff, delicious food & drinks, and lovely spot!"
Address: 82 Tory St
Rating: 4.7 (588 reviews) · $20–30 · Cocktail bar
Highlights: "Lovely quiet atmosphere, intimate, outstanding service, fantastic cocktails."
Closed ⋅ Opens 5 pm Tue.
heartbreaker Restaurant and Bar
Address: 38a Dixon St
Rating: 4.2 (26 reviews) · $10–20
Highlights: "Great service and atmosphere."
Closed ⋅ Opens 4:30 pm.
Address: 54 Cuba St
Rating: 4.6 (388 reviews) · $100+ · Restaurant
Highlights: "Excellent cocktails, entertaining wine list, creative food tastings!"
Closed ⋅ Opens 5 pm Tue.
Hippopotamus Restaurant & Cocktail Bar
Address: 90 Cable St
Rating: 4.3 (467 reviews) · $100+
Highlights: "Lovely views, beautiful food, and cocktails."
Opens soon ⋅ 1 pm.
Address: 131-133 Cuba St
Rating: 4.2 (1.2K reviews) · $20–40
Highlights: "Nice beer selection, friendly staff, prices were okay."
Hummingbird Restaurant & Lounge
Address: 22 Courtenay Pl
Rating: 4.7 (32 reviews) · Restaurant
Highlights: "Amazing food and cocktails 🍸 great atmosphere and attentive staff."
Closed ⋅ Opens 4 pm Tue.
Address: 63 Cuba St
Rating: 4.1 (139 reviews) · $10–20
Highlights: "From what I can remember it has an amazing atmosphere and nice cocktails."
Closed ⋅ Opens 8 pm Wed.
Address: 7 Dixon St
Rating: 4.3 (431 reviews) · $$
Highlights: "Great atmosphere. Awesome bands. Friendly service."
Address: 119 Cuba St
Rating: 4.2 (1.7K reviews) · $20–40
Highlights: "Had a great evening with friends great music, friendly service good was good."
Address: 31 Johnston St
Rating: 4.4 (459 reviews) · $$
Highlights: "Sweet choice of gins and cocktails, all for an affordable price."
Closed ⋅ Opens 11 am Mon.
Address: 25 Allen St
Rating: 4.1 (9 reviews)
Highlights: "Good beers, great service & good tunes 👌."
Closed ⋅ Opens 3 pm Thu.
Kzone Karaoke Bar and Restaurant
Address: 246 Wakefield St
Rating: 4.1 (300 reviews) · $10–20 · Karaoke bar
Highlights: "Great fun experience, staff was really friendly, good drinks."
Closed ⋅ Opens 6 pm.
Address: 11 Bolton St
Rating: 4.5 (2 reviews)
Highlights: "Staff friendly and the bar area is comfortable."
Address: 234/238 Wakefield St
Rating: 4.3 (787 reviews) · $$
Highlights: "Plenty of room, good finger food and a decent selection at the bar."
Address: 146/150 Featherston St
Rating: 4.5 (664 reviews) · $20–30
Highlights: "Nice ambiance, great drinks, good food."
Address: 2 Plimmer Stps
Rating: 4.5 (405 reviews) · $$
Highlights: "Amazing staff, cool selection of beer and drinks, and the food is tasty."
Closed ⋅ Opens 12 pm Mon.
Address: 1/53 Courtenay Pl
Rating: 4.5 (1.9K reviews) · $20–30
Highlights: "Great music, best cocktails in town, beautiful cozy atmosphere."
Closed ⋅ Opens 5 pm.
Address: 6 Edward St
Rating: 4.6 (1.6K reviews) · $10–30
Highlights: "Really friendly, fun staff with fantastic service and great music taste!"
Closed ⋅ Opens 3 pm.
Logan Brown Restaurant and Bar
Address: 192 Cuba St
Rating: 4.6 (851 reviews) · $100+
Highlights: "The location is beautiful and there is a nice ambiance."
Closed ⋅ Opens 5 pm.
Address: 10 Dunlop Terrace
Rating: 4.0 (151 reviews)
Highlights: "Fantastic atmosphere, great service and the best cocktails."
Closed ⋅ Opens 3 pm.
Address: 22 Brandon St
Rating: 4.4 (597 reviews) · $20–30 · Take Away Restaurant
Highlights: "Long Bar is always great - delicious food, good pricing, nice service."
Closed ⋅ Opens 11 am Mon.
Address: 31 Courtenay Pl
Rating: 4.3 (711 reviews) · $$ · Restaurant
Highlights: "Great drinks, great food, great staff, great vibe."
Closed ⋅ Opens 4 pm.
Address: 76 Willis St
Rating: 4.5 (1.2K reviews) · $$
Highlights: "Fantastic atmosphere, incredibly beer selection, and friendly staff."
Address: 66 Tory St
Rating: 4.9 (94 reviews) · $20–30
Highlights: "Pinball, spacies, pool table, shuffle board, great beer, great location."
Closed ⋅ Opens 4 pm Tue.
Address: 9 Edward St
Rating: 4.4 (485 reviews)
Highlights: "Great vibes, great sound, incredible staff."
Closed ⋅ Opens 7 pm Tue.
Address: 41 Dixon St
Rating: 4.2 (1.1K reviews) · $$ · Mexican
Highlights: "Great food and drinks, bright interior, lots of fun."
Address: 24 Courtenay Pl
Rating: 4.4 (247 reviews) · $10–20
Highlights: "Good music, friendly staff and they always have movies playing on the tv."
Closed ⋅ Opens 4 pm.
Address: 124 Vivian St
Rating: 5.0 (40 reviews) · $10–30
Highlights: "Friendly staff, and reasonably priced beer."
Closed ⋅ Opens 3 pm Tue.
Address: 3 Eva St
Rating: 4.6 (1.7K reviews) · $$ · Pan Asian
Highlights: "Great atmosphere, delicious food and cocktails."
Address: 6 Swan Ln
Rating: 4.6 (499 reviews) · $100+ · Restaurant
Highlights: "Was absolutely fabulous for a drink, it was great wine and atmosphere."
Closed ⋅ Opens 4 pm Tue.
Nomads Capital Hostel Wellington
Address: 118/120 Wakefield St
Rating: 3.5 (781 reviews)
Highlights: "Great Vibe, Nice Bar, Good Food Great Drinks!"
Address: 101 Lambton Quay
Rating: 4.2 (1.7K reviews) · $20–30
Highlights: "Bit pricey but super staff, great drinks selection and yummy food!"
Address: 1 Tory St
Rating: 4.5 (673 reviews) · $$ · Brewpub
Highlights: "The place had character, the staff are fun and the beer was/is delicious."
Address: 60 Ghuznee St
Rating: 4.6 (303 reviews) · $$
Highlights: "Best bar in the city friendly staff great cocktails great atmosphere."
Closed ⋅ Opens 2 pm.
Address: 26 Blair St
Rating: 3.9 (169 reviews) · $30–40
Highlights: "The staff were also great and looked after the artists and crew well."
Closed ⋅ Opens 10 pm Fri.
Address: 122 Courtenay Pl
Rating: 4.1 (671 reviews) · $
Highlights: "Open until 4am and a good vibe with super friendly staff."
Address: 18 Garrett St
Rating: 4.5 (2K reviews) · $20–30
Highlights: "Great music, beer, hotdogs and people watching spot."
Address: 18 Majoribanks St
Rating: 4.9 (122 reviews) · $100+ · Restaurant
Highlights: "Beautiful interior and great counter seats to people watch."
Address: 64 Taranaki St
Rating: 5.0 (24 reviews)
Highlights: "The Vibe The moment you step inside, you're transported to another world."
Closed ⋅ Opens 2 pm Thu.
Address: 136 Cuba St
Rating: 4.6 (261 reviews) · $10–20
Highlights: "food was great, drinks were cheap, huge recommend."
Address: 24 Courtenay Pl
Rating: 4.0 (130 reviews)
Highlights: "Great venue, well laid out."
Closed ⋅ Opens 8 pm Wed.
Scotty and Mal's Cocktail and Lounge Bar
Address: 176 Cuba St
Rating: 4.7 (108 reviews) · Gay bar
Highlights: "The drinks were fairly priced, and the atmosphere was lively yet welcoming."
Closed ⋅ Opens 5 pm Wed.
Address: 66 Courtenay Pl
Rating: 4.2 (274 reviews) · $20–30
Highlights: "Great service great drinks great music!!"
Closed ⋅ Opens 7 pm Mon.
Address: 4 Taranaki St
Rating: 4.1 (2.6K reviews) · $20–40
Highlights: "Great vibe, awesome atmosphere, great music and very friendly staff."
Address: James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor, 147 The Terrace
Rating: 4.2 (55 reviews)
Highlights: No review snippet provided.
Closed ⋅ Opens 7 am Mon. Dine-in · Delivery.
Southern Cross Garden Bar Restaurant
Address: 39 Abel Smith St
Rating: 4.2 (3.6K reviews) · $$
Highlights: "Delicious food and taptails, amazing friendly staff and awesome atmosphere!"
Address: Mermaid Building Level 1, 72-75 Courtenay Pl
Rating: 3.0 (12 reviews)
Highlights: "2/5 & 3/5/24 - I had two great 60 minute appts with Bree and Monique."
Closed ⋅ Opens 7 pm.
Address: 103 Cuba St
Rating: 4.8 (133 reviews) · Gastropub
Highlights: "Immaculate vibes, amazing drinks and always a good time."
Address: 2 Courtenay Pl
Rating: 4.4 (864 reviews) · $$ · Restaurant
Highlights: "Great service, good selection of drinks and at competitive pricing."
Address: 10a Cambridge Ter
Rating: 4.5 (504 reviews) · $
Highlights: "Decent drinks, large outdoor area, clean toilets!"
Closed ⋅ Opens 3 pm.
Address: Corner of Featherston and Grey Street 2 Grey St
Rating: 3.9 (676 reviews) · $$
Highlights: "Amazing atmosphere, fantastic service and the cocktails are to die for!"
Address: 6011/66 Courtenay Pl
Rating: 4.4 (237 reviews)
Highlights: "Great cocktail great music and live music to amazing staff love there vibes."
Closed ⋅ Opens 5 pm Tue.
Address: 175 Victoria St
Rating: 4.7 (150 reviews) · $20–30
Highlights: "Excellent range of beers, modern, bright, light surroundings."
Closed ⋅ Opens 4 pm Mon.
Address: 21 Blair St
Rating: 4.0 (157 reviews) · $$
Highlights: "LOVE THIS PLACE #MYRIDEORDIDE."
Closed ⋅ Opens 2:30 pm.
Address: Level 1/60 Cambridge Ter
Rating: 4.9 (112 reviews)
Highlights: "Great atmosphere, amazing staff, lovely space for events."
Address: 147 The Terrace
Rating: 4.0 (428 reviews) · $$
Highlights: "They even had live piano music, which was a nice treat."
Johnsonville
Address: 1 Disraeli St
Rating: 4.3 (1.8K reviews) · $20–40
Highlights: "Food was yummy and they had live music which set a nice scene."
Newlands
Address: 15 Batchelor St
Rating: 4.3 (114 reviews) · $10–20
Highlights: "Awesome friendly staff, great atmosphere, good sounds, nice food."
Kilbirnie
Address: 66 Bay Rd
Rating: 4.3 (90 reviews) · $10–20
Highlights: "Nice atmosphere. Nice food. Reasonable beer prices. Friendly Service."
Address: 461 Adelaide Rd
Rating: 4.5 (273 reviews) · $20–30
Highlights: "Fantastic local pub, great hospitality, good beer and amazing curly fries!"
Newtown
Address: 167 Riddiford St
Rating: 4.5 (661 reviews) · $20–30
Highlights: "Awesome chill vibes, regular live music, great pizza and drinks."
Address: 124 Riddiford St
Rating: 4.4 (177 reviews) · $10–20
Highlights: "Nice venue with well priced food and beer."
Hataitai
Address: 7 Moxham Ave
Rating: 4.2 (569 reviews) · $20–30 · Grill
Highlights: "Happy hour between 4 and 6 pm with 20% off on all wines tap and pint beers."
More Wellington Pubs and Bars (Other Locations)
Aroy Thai Eatery - Cuba Street
Address: 101 Cuba St
Rating: 4.3 (950 reviews) · $20–30 · Thai
Highlights: "A gorgeous atmosphere with lovely staff and plenty of seating."
Address: 34 Molesworth St
Rating: 4.1 (918 reviews) · $30–40 · Gastropub
Highlights: "Revamped with a fresh bright interior, same great food and craft beer range."
Closed ⋅ Opens 12 pm Mon.
Address: 133 The Terrace
Rating: 3.9 (62 reviews) · Restaurant
Highlights: "Everyone was very kind but that didn't make up for poor performance."
Address: 1/145 Featherston St
Rating: 4.3 (1.1K reviews) · $$ · Irish pub
Highlights: "Fantastic service, great beers and wines, good atmosphere, decent food."
Closed ⋅ Opens 11:30 am Mon.
Address: 29 Waterloo Quay
Rating: 4.3 (317 reviews) · $$ · Gastropub
Highlights: "Great feel to the pub and excellent selection of beer, seats comfortable."
Closed ⋅ Opens 8 am Mon.
The Mermaid Wellington Strip Club
Address: 73 Courtenay Pl
Rating: 3.2 (59 reviews)
Highlights: "The entry ticket was $30 pax and the craft bottle beer was $24."
Closed ⋅ Opens 7 pm.
Address: 60/66 Kingsford Smith St
Rating: 4.5 (245 reviews) · $20–30
Highlights: "The best service the best friendly staff, the awesome beers!!!!"
Address: 60/66 Kingsford Smith St
Rating: 4.5 (294 reviews) · Brewery
Highlights: "Great beer, positive staff, dog friendly and a pool table."
Address: 5 Parkvale Rd
Rating: 4.5 (747 reviews) · $$ · Pub
Highlights: "The price is cheap, the beer is good, the venue, charming."
Address: Wellington Railway Station, Cnr Featherston Street & Platform, 1 Bunny St
Rating: 4.1 (442 reviews) · $$ · Pub
Highlights: "Good selection of drinks with friendly staff and great deals on jugs."
Closed ⋅ Opens 7 am Mon.
Address: Entrance E, Tasman St
Rating: 4.0 (123 reviews) · $10–20
Highlights: "Also happy hour off the grid epic."
Closed ⋅ Opens 8 am Mon.
Cool Bars in Wellington City
Some of the coolest bars in Wellington City and the city's most stylish hidden spots: Hawthorn Lounge (Tory St) - Intimate cocktail bar with outstanding service Dee's Place (Cuba St basement) - Hidden cocktail bar with a relaxed welcoming feel Hanging Ditch (Leeds St) - Wonderful cocktails and great atmosphere elixir (Chews Ln) - Amazing cocktails with incredible service The Library (Courtenay Pl) - Cozy atmosphere and the best cocktails in town Cuckoo Emporium (Customhouse Quay) - Cool, knowledgeable staff and lovely cocktails Crumpet (Manners St) - Amazing cocktails and amazing atmosphere Mean Doses (Tory St) - Pinball, pool table, shuffleboard and great beer Garage Project Aro Taproom (Aro St) - Exceptional beers in a cool, inviting room Little Beer Quarter (Edward St) - Cool fun staff with fantastic music Rumours Rum Bar (Taranaki St) - Stepping inside transports you to another world.
Cheap Drinks and Happy Hour Bars in Wellington
Looking for cheap drinks in Wellington? These bars are known for cheap cocktails, well-priced beer and strong happy hour deals: El Barrio (Dixon St) - Cheap cocktails at reasonable prices Flamingo Joe's (Waterloo Quay) - $10 cocktails plus live DJs Dumpling'd (Boulcott St) - $10 cocktails ABV Rooftop Bar (Courtenay Pl) - Cheap drinks with a rooftop view Blend Bar (Wakefield St) - Cheap drinks and a chill environment Eva Pub (Dixon St) - Affordable drinks The Realm Hataitai (Moxham Ave) - Happy hour 4 to 6pm with 20% off wines and beers Tussock Bar and Cafe (Tasman St) - Happy hour deals The Featherston (Featherston St) - Cheap food and drinks with great atmosphere Dakota Bar (Courtenay Pl) - Affordable drinks
Frequently Asked Questions About Wellington Bars
Where can I find a bar near me that’s open late in Wellington?
Most Courtenay Place bars stay open past midnight on weekends - check out Vinyl Bar, The Grand, and The Residence.
What bars in Wellington have the best views?
Head to the waterfront! Foxglove, Coene’s, and The Arborist all offer stunning views.
Are there any dog-friendly bars in Wellington?
Yes! Fortune Favours and Southern Cross Garden Bar welcome furry friends.
Where’s the best happy hour in Wellington?
Look out for $10 cocktails at El Barrio, Flamingo Joe’s, and Dumpling’d.
Which Wellington bars are good for groups or private hire?
Check out Betty’s Function House, Foxglove’s private rooms, or Shed 22.
What are the best pubs in Wellington CBD?
Some of the best pubs in Wellington CBD include D4 on Featherston (Irish pub), Jack Hackett's Irish Pub, The Backbencher Gastropub, The Welsh Dragon Bar, J J Murphy & Co and Hotel Bristol. For pub food, head to The Featherston, Fork & Brewer or Duke of Wellington.
Where can I find cheap drinks and cheap cocktails in Wellington?
For cheap drinks and cheap cocktails in Wellington, try El Barrio (great cocktails at reasonable prices), Flamingo Joe's ($10 cocktails), Dumpling'd ($10 cocktails), ABV Rooftop Bar (cheap drinks with a view), Eva Pub (affordable drinks) and Blend Bar (cheap drinks and chill environment).
What are the coolest bars in Wellington?
Some of the coolest bars in Wellington City include Hawthorn Lounge, Crumpet, Dee's Place, elixir, The Library, Cuckoo Emporium, Hanging Ditch, Garage Project Aro Taproom, Little Beer Quarter and Mean Doses (with pinball, pool and shuffleboard).
Are there nightclubs in Wellington?
Yes. Wellington nightclubs include Splash Club, Sassy Loves Cash, Meow, Dirty Little Secret and The Establishment, mostly clustered around Courtenay Place.
Where are the best wine bars in Wellington?
The best Wellington wine bars include Noble Rot Wine Bar, Puffin Wine Bar & Shop, Graze Wine Bar, Astoria Espresso & Wine Bar and Whisky & Wood.
That’s your complete guide to the best bars near me in Wellington - whether you’re out for after-work drinks, a Friday night party, or a quiet cocktail with a view. We’ll keep this list updated with new openings and local favourites, so check back often or share it with your friends. 🍹 Cheers, Wellington!