WellingtonEat & Drink
A cheeseburger in a yellow plastic basket with fries and a dipping sauce with a pink-coloured beverage on the left and a fried fish fillet on the right.

Egmont St Deli & Diner

  • Location

    11 Egmont Street, Te Aro, Wellington

  • Website

    Egmont St

Tucked down an alleyway between Ghuznee and Dixon Streets is a restaurant known for its inventive cuisine.

The Wellington culinary scene is constantly changing. As trends come and go so do restaurants. Egmont St Deli & Diner is a chameleon and continues to morph and adapt to the times. Hungry Wellingtonians have been getting their fill of its award-winning food since 2015. The owners always like to think outside the box, and this doesn’t just apply to the menu — its premises are in an old industrial car park. The once unremarkable space is now a modern, multi-level, light-filled eatery. The minimalist interior is a perfect backdrop to allow the food to shine. 

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Lunchtime with the Egmont crew sees premium deli sandwiches and salads on offer. The freshest locally sourced food is used. The daytime menu also includes the local favourite Rogue Burgers.

Originally an occasional burger project served in the restaurant, Rogue Burger became famous for its delicious flavour combinations. The Egmont chefs have added a bunch to the menu including crispy tempura fish fillet, and mushroom melt. You’ll need to get in quick to sample these taste sensations as the space transforms into a chic restaurant at night.

Egmont’s proximity to many of the city’s venues makes it ideal for pre-show dining. The evening menu comprises a range of bites where tasty small plates abound. This encourages a more social vibe as everyone in your party can share and sample dishes. The drinks menu comprises of cocktails and a wine list celebrating Aotearoa’s finest drops. Bring some friends along for a social gathering.

The exterior of Egmont St Deli & Diner. The Brick wall is painted green with a couple of small tables and chairs set up outside.

You don’t have to settle in for the evening to enjoy quality drinks and food. Pop in for the weekly happy hour and daily specials. When you don’t feel like either cooking or going out, there’s a selection of take-home meals for takeout and online delivery.

In the warmer months, you can take a table outside and enjoy a calm oasis in the city. At nighttime, fairy lights illuminate the laneway. The buzz from Courtenay Place is a couple of blocks away but this magical little side street keeps you right in the centre of the action.

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