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Southern Cross Garden Bar Restaurant

4.1(4,610)

About this score

A weighted average across available review sources.

Google 4.2 ★ (3,814)

TripAdvisor 3.6 ★ (464)

First Table 4.6 ★ (332)

Longtime, family-friendly spot with a leafy patio offering pub eats, drinks & diverse events.

family-friendly dining gluten-free nut-free vegetarian

What to Order

Brisket Loaded FriesButcher's Cut SteakCheese BurgerChicken SchnitzelDuck DonutsFish & ChipsFish and ChipsFive-Spiced Duck DonutsLasagnaSpiced Duck Wonton Nacho BowlSticky Pork Belly BitesVegetarian Nacho Bowl

Menu Highlights

Pulled Pork Nachos

$29.5

Chilli con carne, cheese sauce, avocado crema, sour cream, jalapeños

Mac 'n Three-Cheese Sticks

$21.0

Italian tomato sauce, parmesan

Korean-Fried Cauliflower

$19.5

Korean BBQ sauce, pickles

Cheeseburger

$26.0

150g brisket patty, American cheese, special sauce, ketchup, sweet & spicy pickles, milk bun

Bangers & Mash

$23.5

House-made Wāpiti venison sausages, creamy mash, gravy, onion relish

What People Say

"Definitely recommend."

Reviewers consistently praise the tasty dishes and efficient, friendly service, making it a great dining experience.

"Lovely dinner spent here with my partner, he had the fish and chips and the lasagna myself. I loved it, really tasty e well balanced in flavours. Friendly and polite staff in a cozy place . Definitely recommend."

"A great garden bar, excellent for meeting with friends and discussion of cricket 🏏 bets. I particularly like the cheese burger and chips. I also enjoy double shots of whiskey, that'll learn you. Cheers! Charles, CJ's Junk Removal Service, Wellington CBD."

"Such a fabulous experience. As a Wellingtonian, SC has the best coffee I’ve had - which surprised even me. The duck donuts were a real standout and one of the nicest dishes I’ve had. The brisket loaded fries were sensational. An amazing experience."

The Vibe

cozy great for meeting with friends efficient service safe outdoor space couples families Wellingtonians friends

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Last reviewed April 2026 · Suggest an edit

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