Ombra

Wellington's food scene excels at using local and seasonal ingredients, and this traditional Venetian menu with a Kiwi twist is no exception. This is not your typical red sauce Italian food: Think lamb cacciatore, gnocchi with kumara (a sweet potato) and kiwifruit semifreddo. Wine and beer lists show off Italy and New Zealand's strengths, while weekends bring delicious baked eggs and pastries for breakfast.