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

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

A Wellington take on a New York deli. Pastrami, bagels, lox, matzo ball soup, handmade pies, and our very own pickles.

artisan coffee bagels cafe

1,580 reviews

Scheckter's Deli (On Trays Limited)

4.7(836)

deli · Kilbirnie

Scheckter's Deli offers a wide range of gourmet products with a focus on sustainability and quality, providing great food at reasonable prices.

extra virgin olive oils fine smallgoods gourmet sandwiches

836 reviews

Belén Plant Bakery

4.9(389)

bakery · Wellington Central

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

artisan pastries gluten-free options gourmet sandwiches

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 like no other bagel you’ve had before. These puppies are lighter and chewier than their NYC cousins.

artisan bagels breakfast brunch

838 reviews

Customs

4.6(618)

coffee shop · Te Aro

We eat coffee for breakfast®.

artisan coffee brewing equipment coffee

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 cafe freshly baked goods

581 reviews