Interior of Hillside restaurant in Wellington featuring bar, decor, and seating.

Hillside Wellington

Nestled in the heart of Thorndon, Hillside stands as Wellington's premier dining destination. This sophisticated restaurant brings elegant dining to new heights in New Zealand's capital city.

Set within the historic Tinakori Road district, Hillside offers an intimate dining experience three evenings a week. The carefully curated dinner service runs from 5 PM to 9 PM, creating an exclusive atmosphere for discerning guests.

The venue's smart and elegant dress code sets the tone for memorable evenings. Each carefully crafted dish reflects the restaurant's commitment to culinary excellence. The dining room exudes refinement with its thoughtful design and attention to detail.

Weekend dinner reservations are highly sought-after among Wellington's most distinguished diners. The restaurant's limited operating hours ensure each guest receives exceptional service and attention.

Located in one of Wellington's most prestigious neighborhoods, Hillside perfectly balances sophistication with warm hospitality. The venue has become a favored destination for special occasions, business dinners, and refined social gatherings.

Experience Wellington fine dining at its best, where every evening promises to be extraordinary.

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Highlights

Cuisine

Hillside FAQ

Hillside in Wellington offers a refined culinary journey with its contemporary, creative, and farm-to-table approach, emphasizing fresh, local ingredients. While specific signature dishes vary seasonally to highlight the best produce, expect expertly prepared seafood and modern interpretations of classic flavours. The menu is designed to be both elegant and approachable, reflecting the restaurant's fine dining ambiance. Alotea can help you explore current menu highlights and make informed choices for your exquisite dining experience.

Securing a table at the acclaimed Hillside restaurant is effortless with Alotea. Simply submit your desired date, time, and number of guests via our platform. Our dedicated team will liaise directly with Hillside, confirm availability, and manage your booking efficiently, saving you valuable time. We recommend planning ahead, especially for sought-after weekend evenings, to ensure your preferred dining slot.

Hillside in Wellington invites guests to embrace a 'Smart and Elegant' dress code, contributing to its sophisticated and intimate atmosphere. This ensures a refined dining experience suitable for its fine dining and romantic ambiance. The restaurant, located at 241 Tinakori Road, is designed to be cozy and beautiful, perfect for special evenings. Alotea helps you prepare for your visit, ensuring you feel comfortable and perfectly attired for an unforgettable meal.

Hillside is situated at 241 Tinakori Road, Thorndon, Wellington 6011, nestled in a charming historic district. It's conveniently located approximately 1200m from the New Zealand Parliament Buildings. While specific public transport routes can be complex, Alotea can provide tailored directions or assist with transportation arrangements to ensure your arrival at this beautiful Wellington restaurant is seamless and stress-free.

Absolutely. Hillside is an exceptional venue for celebrating special occasions, offering a romantic and intimate setting. Alotea excels at coordinating these memorable events, communicating your specific needs – whether it's an anniversary, birthday, or a proposal – to the Hillside team. We aim to simplify the planning process, ensuring every detail is considered to make your celebration at this fine dining establishment truly spectacular.

Hillside boasts significant culinary acclaim, including multiple one-hat awards from the prestigious NZ Cuisine Good Food Awards. This consistent recognition highlights its commitment to exceptional quality, innovative cuisine, and outstanding service. Alotea draws upon this knowledge of esteemed venues like Hillside to provide you with high-quality recommendations, ensuring you experience the very best dining Wellington has to offer without the hassle of extensive research.

Opening Hours

Sunday

17:00 - 21:00

Monday

Closed

Tuesday

Closed

Wednesday

17:00 - 21:00

Thursday

17:00 - 21:00

Friday

17:00 - 21:00

Saturday

17:00 - 21:00

Location

241 Tinakori Road, Thorndon, Wellington 6011

Nearby

New Zealand Parliament Buildings1.2 km
Wellington Botanic Garden1.8 km
Te Papa Museum3.5 km

Additional Information

Name

Hillside Wellington

Establishment Type

Restaurant

Cuisine Type

Contemporary, Creative, Modern, Seafood, Farm to table

Dress Code

Smart and Elegant

Price Range

$$$

Address

241 Tinakori Road, Thorndon, Wellington 6011

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