Boulcott Street Bistro

Everything was superb! We did find however, Barneby was not really the best waiter. I mean he knew his stuff and seemed very efficient but was not that friendly and behaved rudely in some actions unintentionally I suspect, eg reaching in front of us abruptly to pick up a empty glass, firstly, without asking if we had finished, even if to warn us he was picking up a glass. Instead this arm came flying dangerously close to us, without warning, scaring the bejesus out of us! You couldn't joke with him either! We almost felt he thought he was better than us? So overall socially inept. Perhaps he is on the spectrum? Having said that, every other person working there was outstanding and super friendly. The food was up there with the best food ive ever eaten. Dear friends of mine(who have now passed) Peter and Joan Dean, told me about this guy Rex Morgan, who they were very close too, was the chef here and advised me to try it. It took many years for us to get there, but have no regrets and I will be back for sure. Thank you for this beautiful little place in the big smoke xx

Very classic atmosphere. Also the service. The $25 T-bone steak was a GREAT deal. Especially with the onion soup. The waitress was so nice. Separated the soup into two so we both can tried it. We got the roasted broccolini too! Love the decorations. The only thing is a bit noisy. Otherwise everything was perfect!

This restaurant offers the genuine package. Hostess was delightful, high energy and vibrant. The place humms success! Garret served us Malbourgh oysters natural, grouper and short loin lamb, Palliser chard, Mahi pg.mnt Edward pn. Deserts were photo perfect, finished with The Noble one. Thank you Chef and all the team!

A polished, well-run establishment that largely meets expectations, but doesn’t quite justify its price point. Service was competent and the experience smooth, yet I hoped for an extra spark—tableside touches or a distinctive signature element—to make it feel special. The food was solid overall. The octopus would have benefited from a more assertive sear on the exterior, while both the lamb and venison could have delivered bolder, more pronounced flavors. Good, not great—reliable for a pleasant night out, but lacking the memorable highlights you’d expect at this cost.

Beautiful villa restaurant tucked in between two high rise buildings. Came for WoW and absolutely loved the service, the staff were interesting in talking to us and very friendly. The food was exceptional - one of us had the set menu for WoW and two ordered off the menu (love that option).

Holy cow. Had my birthday dinner here and service was so lovely. Oysters were fresh, mains were amazing, and dessert was too good (especially the crème brûlée). Thoroughly enjoyed my night.

WOW, this would have to be one of my BEST dining experiences ever! The staff were all fantastic and the food and atmosphere next level. A must if visiting Wellington!!!

A charming little restaurant in Wellington that’s well-known and well-loved. While the menu is on the pricier side, it’s absolutely worth it for the exceptional service, impeccable food, and the overall experience. The staff are warm, friendly, and attentive, making every visit feel special. We’ve celebrated birthdays here and have never been disappointed- the food and service are consistently top-notch. There’s even a kids’ menu, which is great for families. On our most recent visit, we ordered two steaks, one lamb dish, and a kids’ fish and chips. Fresh bread and butter were served at the beginning, which was a lovely touch. For dessert, we enjoyed the tiramisu and the chocolate tart- both beautifully presented and delicious. The interior decor of the restaurant is elegant and full of charm, with a cosy, intimate atmosphere. The building architecture stands as a historical reminder of a bygone era of the colonial times with its low ceilings, wood finishes and small rooms. I especially love the cute little staircase leading to the second floor and the beautiful paintings that adorn the restaurant walls of contemporary artwork- are a tasteful classy touch that adds a modern twist to the space. Highly recommend this spot for a special occasion or a memorable night out.