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Best Beef Noodles in Wellington (2026)

Whether it's pho, beef chow mein, or a rich broth with hand-cut noodles, Wellington's Asian eateries have this covered. Here are the best bowls in the city.

20 places

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FJ Noodles and Dumplings

4.4(744)

chinese restaurant · Te Aro

Reviewers consistently praise the braised beef noodle soup and the dumplings for their flavour and quality. The modern and clean atmosphere adds to the overall positive dining experience.

744 reviews

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K C Cafe & Takeaway

4.3(1,679)

chinese restaurant · Te Aro

Reviewers consistently praise the generous portions and authentic Cantonese food, highlighting the quick service and great value.

bbq pork chinese cuisine curry laksa

1,679 reviews

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TASTE OF HOME

4.6(703)

meal takeaway · Te Aro

A Taste of Home Wellington offers a variety of authentic Chinese flavours and takeaway options.

aromatic blends asian fusion chinese spices

579 reviews

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Kajiken Wellington

4.8(210)

ramen restaurant · Wellington Central

Kajiken is New Zealand's first and only specialty Abura Soba (oil soba) restaurant, bringing authentic Nagoya-style soupless ramen to New Zealand.

abura soba dine-in japanese cuisine

210 reviews

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TJ Katsu

4.5(124)

japanese restaurant · Te Aro

TJ Katsu is the most popular Japanese restaurant in Wellington, known for its delicious sushi and big portions.

asian bento fast food

124 reviews

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Fisherman's Plate Seafood

4.3(644)

vietnamese restaurant · Te Aro

Reviewers consistently praise the delicious food and good value, particularly highlighting the rare beef pho.

family-style dining fresh seafood vietnamese seafood

644 reviews

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Satay Kingdom Cafe

4.2(477)

malaysian restaurant · Te Aro

Satay Kingdom Cafe offers a variety of authentic Malaysian dishes, known for their rich flavours and traditional recipes.

asian curry fried rice

477 reviews

DEAR NOODLE

4.4(95)

noodle shop · Te Aro

Reviewers appreciate the delicious and varied menu options, particularly the pickled vege noodles and braised pork dish, along with the friendly service.

95 reviews

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TOP Kitchen

4.5(427)

chinese restaurant · Te Aro

Reviewers consistently praise the delicious and authentic food, generous portions, and quick service.

427 reviews

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Basin Noodle House

4.7(386)

chinese restaurant · Mount Cook

Reviewers consistently praise the generous portion sizes, friendly service, and delicious flavours of the dishes.

386 reviews

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Satay Palace Malaysian Café

4.6(347)

malaysian restaurant · Te Aro

Satay Palace Malaysian Café offers a vibrant taste of Malaysian cuisine with a variety of traditional dishes.

curry laksa malaysian cuisine

347 reviews

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Nudel Wellington

4.3(206)

noodle shop · Te Aro

Reviewers consistently praise the friendly staff and generous portion sizes, highlighting the joyous atmosphere.

chinese cuisine dumplings fried rice

206 reviews

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Lemongrass Kitchen

4.5(165)

vietnamese restaurant · Te Aro

Reviewers consistently praise the fresh, tasty food and great value for money, making it a popular choice for lunch.

asian chinese japanese

165 reviews

Legend Kitchen(江湖restaurant)

4.7(100)

restaurant · Te Aro

Reviewers consistently praise the delicious, flavourful food and excellent service, highlighting the generous portions and variety on the menu.

100 reviews

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R and S Satay Noodle House

4.3(574)

malaysian restaurant · Te Aro

R and S Satay Noodle House offers a variety of authentic Malaysian dishes, focusing on noodle soups and satay.

curry laksa hainanese chicken malaysian cuisine

574 reviews

Noodle Plus---Majestic Centre

4.0(27)

restaurant · Wellington Central

Reviewers consistently praise the generous portions, delicious flavours, and affordability of the food.

27 reviews

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HIDEOUT

4.4(529)

asian fusion restaurant · Te Aro

Welcome to Hideout - an Asian Fusion Restaurant. Designed for sharing, our carefully curated menu will push you to experiment with new flavours, whilst also offering options for those with more timid palates.

asian asian fusion cocktail bar

529 reviews

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Kungfu Malatang & Cheers Tea

4.7(184)

chinese restaurant · Te Aro

Reviewers consistently praise the authentic experience and fresh ingredients, highlighting the friendly service.

184 reviews

Noodle Plus Woodward

4.8(36)

restaurant · Wellington Central

Reviewers consistently praise the fast service and cheap, tasty noodle options, making it a popular takeaway spot.

36 reviews

Chilly Pot

4.8(26)

chinese noodle restaurant · Te Aro

Reviewers consistently praise the fresh food, friendly staff, and generous portions, making it a favourite for Malatang.

26 reviews