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Capitol
10 Kent Terrace
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#4 of 300 restaurants in Wellington
4.0 of 5 stars 11 ratings  |  Write a review
  • 10 Kent Terrace, Wellington, New Zealand
  • 04 384 2855

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“Terrific food, atmosphere and prices”
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5 of 5 stars
Nell214
Wellington, New Zealand
31 Aug 2009

Capitol is a small restaurant which serves really excellent food - modern Italian is probably the best description. I eat there regularly, as it's in my neighbourhood (an area full of restaurants) and every meal has been excellent - in particular its fish dishes, but everything is good. The service is efficient, intelligent and friendly, adding to the general atmosphere... more

“best restaurant in all New Zealand!”
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Rhodes72
Saint Paul, Minnesota
16 Aug 2009

We had dinner at the Capitol on a Tuesday night and it couldn't have been a better experience for a party of 6. There was an amazing selection of local and other wines, the food was stunning in presentation and flavor. I had lamb, a couple had risotto and two had lasagna and one had seafood. The atmosphere was cozy,... more

“4 a casual dinner before...”
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3 of 5 stars
AndrewLWellington
22 Jan 2009

4 a casual dinner before watching movies at the Embassy more

“dinner there tonite it will be great”
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8 Oct 2008

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“YUMM FOOD AND GREAT SERVICE”
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12 Jul 2008

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“Really great desserts!”
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5 of 5 stars
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26 Jun 2008

Really great desserts! more

“One of the consistently best places in Wellington”
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5 of 5 stars
BonneVivante
Wellington
16 Jun 2008
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Date 17 June 08 Capitol is small restaurant, in a great location to watch the world go by. The interior is simple with an amazing use of space.The staff are warm, friendly and effecient. The food is seasonal with an Italian flavour. I tend to have the squid as a starter and usually the wonderful fish whatever is fresh that... more

“Great food, good atmosphere, reasonbly priced and very good service.”
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6 Jun 2008

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Capitol Address

10 Kent Terrace, Wellington, New Zealand
Tel: 04 384 2855
* Restaurant price information is based on meal cost per person, excluding drinks, tax and tip.