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Best French Food in Wellington (2026)

Wellington has a quiet but strong French food presence — proper patisseries, bistros that know what they're doing. These are the best of them.

20 places

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La Cloche Aitken Street | Wellington French Café & Catering

4.5(385)

cafe · Thorndon

Our newest location in Thorndon brings a little slice of France to Thorndon!

artisan coffee artisan pastries french café

15 reviews

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La Cloche Kaiwharawhara | Wellington French Café & Catering

4.6(1,455)

cafe · Kaiwharawhara

Welcome to La Cloche. Wellington's Finest French Cafe.

artisan pastries coffee french café

1,085 reviews

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La Cloche Central | Wellington French Café & Catering

4.6(822)

cafe · Ballance Street

Welcome to La Cloche. Wellington's Finest French Cafe.

artisan pastries french café gourmet sandwiches

452 reviews

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La Cloche Terrace | Wellington French Café & Catering

4.6(772)

cafe · Wellington Central

Welcome to La Cloche. Wellington's Finest French Cafe.

artisan pastries coffee french café

402 reviews

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Le Bouillon Bel Air

4.8(696)

restaurant · Te Aro

Welcome to our Bouillon Bel Air, where we bring a slice of Parisian tradition to Wellington. We offer affordable classic French cuisine, inspired by the historic 'Bouillon parisien'.

affordable french cuisine classic french dishes parisian tradition

692 reviews

The French Baker

4.7(61)

coffee shop · Wellington Central

Reviewers consistently praise the friendly service and delicious pastries, particularly the Hot Cross bun and pain au rhubarb.

61 reviews

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French Kiss Cafe

4.5(60)

cafe · Wellington Central

Reviewers consistently praise the excellent food, friendly staff, and great coffee, making it a favourite spot for both locals and visitors.

60 reviews

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Apache Restaurant

4.7(1,991)

vietnamese restaurant · Te Aro

Polished operation crafting refined, intricate Vietnamese delicacies with a French influence.

angus beef asian, fusion chicken

1,991 reviews

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Crepes A Go Go

4.7(636)

dessert shop · Te Aro

Established in the coolest little capital in 2006, we are committed to being the best, family-friendly, owner-operator, and genuine French crêpes shop throughout New Zealand.

dairy-free crêpes desserts french crêpes

383 reviews

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Jano Bistro

4.8(446)

restaurant · Te Aro

Jano Bistro offers a seasonally-inspired and innovative menu, celebrating the best of NZ produce. Located in a unique and lovingly restored historical cottage, diners are encouraged to sit back and relax, and indulge their culinary palate.

degustation menu fine dining french twist

410 reviews

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Le Marché Français Deli

4.5(265)

deli · Pipitea

Relaxed bistro serving salads, quiche & other French fare, plus an adjacent deli & cheese shop.

265 reviews

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Floriditas

4.4(3,442)

restaurant · Te Aro

Energetic, all-day operation serving updated NZ fare in a high-ceilinged, 1930s-style space.

artisan coffee blood oranges breakfast

2,859 reviews

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Ortega Fish Shack

4.8(2,922)

seafood restaurant · Mount Victoria

Popular locale offering upscale, creative fish dishes & steaks in a relaxed & bustling atmosphere.

fresh fish seafood seafood, european

2,922 reviews

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August Eatery

4.7(386)

restaurant · Te Aro

Like its namesake, August Eatery strives to produce magnificence and strength through food, combining tradition and modernity through the fresh fusion of Mediterranean food.

artisan breakfast brunch mediterranean fusion

386 reviews

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Arlo Eatery

4.9(166)

cafe · Te Aro

Reviewers consistently praise the delicious food and coffee, as well as the friendly service and tranquil atmosphere.

166 reviews

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Boulcott Street Bistro

4.7(1,979)

restaurant · Wellington Central

Cozy, upscale establishment in a Victorian cottage featuring classic & modern NZ dishes & fine wine.

classic bistro dishes great wines modern fare

1,979 reviews

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Leafee Cafe

4.9(275)

cafe · Thorndon

Reviewers consistently praise the high quality of food and coffee, as well as the friendly service.

275 reviews

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The Ram

4.5(214)

gastropub · Te Aro

We are a walk-in only venue & do not take bookings of any size.

214 reviews

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Rosella

4.9(210)

restaurant · Mount Victoria

Rosella is a neighbourhood restaurant and wine bar drawing inspiration from Mediterranean, North African, and Middle Eastern flavours.

mediterranean middle eastern north african

210 reviews

Le Marché Français Bistro

5.0(2)

brunch restaurant · Pipitea

Reviewers consistently praise the beautiful and delicious food, as well as the lovely atmosphere.

2 reviews