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La Fête du ChampagneCode: PEARL
Mediterranean & Contemporary New Zealand
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CuisineMediterranean, Bistro
ReservationsWalk-ins welcome
Dress CodeCasual

Cuisine Good Food Guide Selection

Our verdict

A popular, well-run casual restaurant with an ever-changing menu that has all the bases covered, with weekend brunch and dinner from 5pm seven days a week. With executive chef Hayden McMillan overseeing the menu, expect some nice touches like unusual toppings on the popular woodfired pizzas and great vegetable dishes. An excellent place to head for a group as warm hospitality is guaranteed.

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Plan Your Visit
Address
Loretta, 181, Cuba Street, Te Aro, Wellington, Wellington City, Wellington, 6040, New Zealand
Phone
04 381 2212
Hours
Mon–Thu 5–10 PMFri 12–2:30 PM, 5–10 PMSat–Sun 9 AM–2:30 PM, 5–10 PM
Website
loretta.nz
Directions
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Loretta restaurant in Wellington, New Zealand

The menu

What to order

  • Wood-fired pizzas
  • Roast chicken to share
  • Chicken liver parfait with flatbreads
  • Wood-fired cauliflower
  • Waffles
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About

A popular, well-run casual restaurant with an ever-changing menu that has all the bases covered, with weekend brunch and dinner from 5pm seven days a week. With executive chef Hayden McMillan overseeing the menu, expect some nice touches like unusual toppings on the popular woodfired pizzas and great vegetable dishes. An excellent place to head for a group as warm hospitality is guaranteed.

The record

Recognition history

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

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    Cuisine Good Food Guide

Details
Vibe
  • Lively
  • Industrial
  • Modern
  • Trendy
Best For
  • Brunch
  • Casual Hangout
  • Group Dining
  • Family
  • Celebration
Experience
  • Open Kitchen
  • Private Dining
  • Design Destination
Drink Program
  • Natural Wine
  • Craft Cocktails
  • Beer Program
Sourcing
  • Local Sourcing
Views
  • Street Scene
Menu Format
  • A La Carte
  • Family Style
  • Small Plates
Drinks Focus
  • Local Wine
  • Craft Beer
  • Cocktails
Dietary
  • Vegetarian Friendly
  • Vegan Options
  • Gluten Free Options
Noise LevelLively
CapacityLarge
Service StyleUpscale Casual
Meal PacingStandard
KitchenSeasonal
Wine ProgramCurated
Private DiningAvailable
Visit details

Current opening hours

Monday
5–10 PM
Tuesday
5–10 PM
Wednesday
5–10 PM
Thursday
5–10 PM
Friday
12–2:30 PM, 5–10 PM
Saturday
9 AM–2:30 PM, 5–10 PM
Sunday
9 AM–2:30 PM, 5–10 PM

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

Stylish and industrial with exposed concrete, polished floors, warm glowing pendant lights, Scandinavian-style blond wood, and leather bench seats.