Loretta
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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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- 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
- Get directions
- Booking
- Book on the venue's website

The menu
What to order
- Wood-fired pizzas
- Roast chicken to share
- Chicken liver parfait with flatbreads
- Wood-fired cauliflower
- Waffles
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.
Recognition history
Dated appearances from independent guides and award organizations, with the underlying list record or original source where available.
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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.













