Best Sandwiches in Wellington (2026)

A great sandwich is underrated. These Wellington spots take them seriously — proper bread, quality fillings, not just an afterthought on the cabinet.

20 places

Fred's Sandwiches

4.7(335)

cafe · Te Aro

Reviewers consistently praise the quality and taste of the sandwiches, along with the friendly and attentive service.

335 reviews

Scheckter's Deli (On Trays Limited)

4.7(836)

deli · Kilbirnie

Scheckter's Deli is dedicated to providing fine products with a focus on sustainability and reasonable prices. We offer a wide range of gourmet sandwiches and imported delicacies.

artisan cheeses extra virgin olive oils fine wines

836 reviews

Prefab-ACME

4.6(2,185)

cafe · Te Aro

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

artisan sourdough cafe, new zealand freshly baked bread

2,185 reviews

Pickle & Pie

4.2(1,632)

cafe · Te Aro

Pickle & Pie is a Wellington-take on a NYC deli. We serve up all the ‘classics’ like pastrami, lox salmon, bagels, matzo ball soup and sweet pies. We make our own Pickles in-house and proudly serve them along side our handmade pies.

bagels cafe classic deli staples

1,580 reviews

Belén Plant Bakery

4.9(389)

bakery · Wellington Central

Belén Plant Bakery offers an ever-changing menu of 100% plant-based delights, featuring both classic favourites and innovative flavours.

artisan pastries gluten-free options plant-based bakery

389 reviews

Good Boy Food + Drink

4.9(102)

cafe · Newtown

Reviewers consistently praise the sandwiches for their freshness and creativity, along with the friendly atmosphere.

102 reviews

Black Lion Bakery & Cafe

4.7(138)

bakery · Te Aro

We make quality artisan breads and pastries. We supply wholesale customers and our cafe is open to the public.

artisan breads pastries vegan options

138 reviews

Romeos

4.5(119)

sandwich shop · Wellington Central

Reviewers consistently praise the fresh, generous sandwiches and the friendly, helpful staff that enhance the dining experience.

119 reviews

Best Ugly Bagels

4.6(1,140)

bagel shop · Te Aro

Welcome to Best Ugly Bagels. Al Brown’s Montreal-style bagels are lighter and chewier than their NYC cousins, served with a wide range of toppings from New Zealand producers.

artisan bagels breakfast brunch

838 reviews

Customs

4.6(618)

coffee shop · Te Aro

We eat coffee for breakfast®.

artisan coffee coffee coffee subscription

601 reviews

Shelly Bay Baker on Leeds Street

4.6(581)

cafe · Te Aro

Shelly Bay Baker is a small bakery in Wellington, NZ that believes in real bread. We use natural levains for sourdough breads, loafs, bagels, & baguettes.

artisan sourdough bagels baguettes

581 reviews