Dillingers Brasserie & Bar — Restaurant in North Island

Yeah, a good restaurant on Lambton Quay if you’re looking. The evening crowds suggest Dillinger’s is popular among the after work crowd so there will be good atmosphere.

The beer list is a little basic, and despite Wellington’s excellent craft beers expect to see Monteith’s and a house Pale Ale (Dillinger’s Pale Ale - Speights like) contending with Black Dog and a guest Garage Project Tap....the Gangsta, go figure. The wine list meanwhile has about three options per variety, though focuses on kiwi wines and their loud, bolshie flavours.

The food offered a lot more with a broad selection of American dishes. Three burger options including the California Cheesburger - what you wished a Big Mac actually tasted like - and the Halloumi burger- made with Zany Zeus halloumi - make for easy options. All the snack options live up to par as does a list of five different meet cuts for the grill. Weeknightly specials include 2 for 1 Prime Ribs on Wednesdays!

Go here and enjoy and really strong atmosphere, you’ll be well looked after and your fancy friends will enjoy their drinks as will folks happy with a...

Great staff, based off of this alone it would easily be 4 stars. The atmosphere was alright, definitely more of a bar feel than a restaurant (although thats kinda' suggested in the name...). I went for their 2020 WOAP burger, and unfortunately, 5/10. Whilst the wagyu party had a really nice flavour and was cooked beautifully, pairing nicely with the sweet onion and pickles, it missed the mark on a few points. The sauce (gravy) could have used more flavour (or a different flavour), I felt it need to be stronger. The cheese also needed more or a different kind, as is it wouldn't have made a difference if it was there or not. Texture was great but some bacon could've enhanced this and added that flavour buff I desired. Overall, I would most definitely come back, just not for this burger ... Also,...

well. impressed. loved the kumara wedges made by Drew the chef of the night. Must say as a kumara chip/wedges lover these were exceptional. Matched wonderfully with the dark beer on tap made by a Miramar company, chocolate orange vibe... had to get two as... yummy!!! Double Vision Brewery... Have to go back just for those freakin kumara wedges. yum!!!! loaded fries were meh. Popcorn chicken was ok. Service was great. Newbie serving us was lovely, did a good job. Like the art deco decor, comfy padded seating was a win. Also noted a wobbly patron... the serving staff said "thats his last one" for drinks to the bar staff. Appreciated the attentive service and keeping everyone safe. Happy night....