Best Cafes CBD in Wellington (2026)

Wellington's CBD is packed with cafes that take their brews seriously, offering everything from artisanal pastries to innovative brunch dishes. If you're in the city centre, these are the cafes that locals flock to for their daily caffeine fix.

10 places

Prefab-ACME

4.6(2,185)

cafe · Te Aro

Casual, modern outpost for coffee, seasonal breakfast & lunch eats & housemade bread.

artisan sourdough breakfast cafe cafe, new zealand

2,185 reviews

Flight Coffee Hangar Cafe

4.5(1,970)

cafe · Te Aro

Relaxed cafe serving house-brewed coffee, sandwiches & light eats in a trendy space.

bacon butty belgian waffles brekkie burrito

1,970 reviews

Neo Cafe & Eatery

4.7(1,958)

cafe · Te Aro

Bright, laid-back hangout offering a seasonal menu, all-day brunch & veggie options.

all day brunch cafe cafe, contemporary

1,958 reviews

Gemini Cafe & Eatery

4.8(499)

restaurant · Wellington Central

Established in 2019, Gemini Cafe & Eatery brings the magic of Asian-inspired cuisine to the vibrant community of Wellington, offering a warm and inviting dining experience.

asian-inspired cuisine iced coffee pastries

499 reviews

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