Capitol
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Our verdict
A Wellington institution since 2002, Capitol on Kent Terrace is a long-standing favourite built on simple, ingredient-led cooking and a genuine love of hospitality. Chef-owner Tom Hutchison brings global experience to a menu that stays firmly focused on flavour, while his wife Kate Hutchison ensures the front of house runs with warmth and ease, serving food and wine they both genuinely enjoy. The philosophy here is substantially less is more, with dishes designed to enhance rather than mask the natu
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- Address
- Capitol, Majoribanks Street, Mount Victoria, Wellington, Wellington City, Wellington, 6001, New Zealand
- Phone
- 04 384 2855
- Hours
- Mon–Tue ClosedWed–Sun 3–11:30 PM
- Website
- capitolrestaurant.co.nz
- Directions
- Get directions
- Booking
- Book on the venue's website
The menu
What to order
- Parmesan crumbed lambs' liver
- Fried squid
- Chocolate pudding
- Linguini alle vongole
- Freshly shucked oysters
A Wellington institution since 2002, Capitol on Kent Terrace is a long-standing favourite built on simple, ingredient-led cooking and a genuine love of hospitality. Chef-owner Tom Hutchison brings global experience to a menu that stays firmly focused on flavour, while his wife Kate Hutchison ensures the front of house runs with warmth and ease, serving food and wine they both genuinely enjoy. The philosophy here is substantially less is more, with dishes designed to enhance rather than mask the natu
Recognition history
Dated appearances from independent guides and award organizations, with the underlying list record or original source where available.
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Details
- Classic
- Lively
- Romantic
- Cozy
- Sophisticated
- Date Night
- Special Occasion
- Celebration
- After Work
- Standalone
- Extensive Wine List
- Byob
- Craft Cocktails
- Local Sourcing
- Sustainable Seafood
- Street Scene
- A La Carte
- Wine
- Craft Beer
- Cocktails
- Vegetarian Friendly
- Vegan Options
- Pescatarian Friendly
Current opening hours
- Monday
- Closed
- Tuesday
- Closed
- Wednesday
- 3–11:30 PM
- Thursday
- 3–11:30 PM
- Friday
- 3–11:30 PM
- Saturday
- 3–11:30 PM
- Sunday
- 3–11:30 PM
Hours can change for holidays and private events. Last verified .
Warm, lively, and inviting bistro atmosphere with a European neighborhood feel overlooking the street.