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La Fête du ChampagneCode: PEARL
Classic Parisian Bouillon & French Bistro
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Wellington, New Zealand

Le Bouillon Bel Air

CuisineFrench, Bistro
Price$20–30per person
ReservationsRecommended
Dress CodeSmart Casual

Cuisine Good Food Guide Selection

Our verdict

If you love classic French cuisine head to Le Bouillon Bel Air and be transported to Paris. The setting is charming and all the favourites of Gallic dining are on the menu at accessible prices. Start with a terrine, snails, shrimp cocktail and more, and move on to mains starting at just $25. Bouillabaisse, blanquette de poulet or canard confit – it’s all there. Owner Guillaume Rostain and his talented team ensure the dining experience is filled with authentic French hospitality.

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Plan Your Visit
Address
Le Bouillon Bel Air, 88, Tory Street, Te Aro, Wellington, Wellington City, Wellington, 6011, New Zealand
Phone
04 282 1021
Hours
Mon ClosedTue–Thu 5:30–10 PMFri–Sun 11:30 AM–10 PM
Directions
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Le Bouillon Bel Air restaurant in Wellington, New Zealand

The menu

What to order

  • Bœuf Bourguignon
  • Crème Brûlée
  • Escargots à la Bourguignonne
  • Steak Tartare au Couteau
  • Egg Mayo
About

If you love classic French cuisine head to Le Bouillon Bel Air and be transported to Paris. The setting is charming and all the favourites of Gallic dining are on the menu at accessible prices. Start with a terrine, snails, shrimp cocktail and more, and move on to mains starting at just $25.

Bouillabaisse, blanquette de poulet or canard confit – it’s all there. Owner Guillaume Rostain and his talented team ensure the dining experience is filled with authentic French hospitality.

The record

Recognition history

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

  1. Cuisine Good Food Guide Selection

    Cuisine Good Food Guide

Details
Vibe
  • Classic
  • Cozy
  • Romantic
  • Lively
Best For
  • Date Night
  • Group Dining
  • Casual Hangout
  • Celebration
Experience
  • Standalone
Drink Program
  • Extensive Wine List
Menu Format
  • A La Carte
Drinks Focus
  • French Wine
  • Champagne
Dietary
  • Vegetarian Friendly
  • Vegan Options
  • Gluten Free Options
Noise LevelConversational
CapacityMedium
Service StyleUpscale Casual
Meal PacingStandard
KitchenTraditional
Wine ProgramCurated
Visit details

Current opening hours

Monday
Closed
Tuesday
5:30–10 PM
Wednesday
5:30–10 PM
Thursday
5:30–10 PM
Friday
11:30 AM–10 PM
Saturday
11:30 AM–10 PM
Sunday
11:30 AM–10 PM

Hours can change for holidays and private events. Last verified .

Atmospheric late-19th-century Parisian bouillon aesthetic with Art Nouveau-styled mirrors, wooden room dividers, high ceilings, chandeliers, and rustic touches.