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Modern Turkish & Middle Eastern Shared Plates
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Price≈$40
ServiceUpscale Casual
NoiseLively
CapacityMedium

Kisa reinterprets Turkish-Levantine culinary traditions with creative, modern twists. Try salmon kibbeh nayeh that uses minced fish instead of raw meat, seasoned with allspice and served with pita bread. Rich smoky flavours, which underpin much of the culinary lineup, are courtesy of a charcoal grill. Don’t miss the chargrilled kebab skewers or zucchini over a yoghurt dip and sprinkled with pumpkin seeds, spices, harissa and paprika oil.

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Address
195 Cuba Street, Te Aro, Wellington, 6011, NZL
Phone
+64 21 449 820
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Kisa restaurant in Wellington, New Zealand
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Kisa reinterprets Turkish-Levantine culinary traditions with creative, modern twists. Try salmon kibbeh nayeh that uses minced fish instead of raw meat, seasoned with allspice and served with pita bread. Rich smoky flavours, which underpin much of the culinary lineup, are courtesy of a charcoal grill. Don’t miss the chargrilled kebab skewers or zucchini over a yoghurt dip and sprinkled with pumpkin seeds, spices, harissa and paprika oil.

Signature Dishes
  • House-baked pita with dips
  • Charcoal lamb ribs
  • Lamb Urfa kebab
  • Wild tahr Adana kebab
  • Lamb shoulder with doner spice
  • Beef short rib with nohutlu pilaf
The record

Recognition history

Dated appearances from independent guides and award organizations, with the underlying list record or original source where available.

  1. Michelin Plate

    Michelin · 2026 Michelin Plate

At a Glance
Vibe
  • Lively
  • Cozy
  • Trendy
  • Intimate
  • Bohemian
Best For
  • Date Night
  • Group Dining
  • Casual Hangout
  • After Work
  • Celebration
  • Special Occasion
Experience
  • Standalone
  • Design Destination
Drink Program
  • Craft Cocktails
  • Beer Program
  • Extensive Wine List
Sourcing
  • Local Sourcing
  • Sustainable Seafood
Views
  • Street Scene
Noise LevelLively
CapacityMedium
Service StyleUpscale Casual
Meal PacingStandard

Cozy, inviting Middle Eastern-inspired space on Cuba Street with warm lighting, charcoal grill aromas and a lively shared-plates atmosphere.