Puffin Wine Bar & Shop — Restaurant in North Island

Quiet place on Ghuznee Street. We are tourists, ut was about 7pm in October when we visited. Seating outside on the street, lots of space inside too. We walked in planning on getting a drink from the bar and sitting outside. A bit confused by the Puffin wine shop opening onto the entrance of the bar seating area. We approached the person at what we thoughth was the bar only to have it explained to us that it was actually the shop, and that the bar was further in. Easy mistake to make it you're not local. House choice of bottles of wines and smaller choice of wines by the glass. All bases covered. A couple of draft beers too. Prices were normal for central Wellington. Lots of couples in here. Didn't try the food but had a quick look at the menu. Small plates-type from what I saw. Good atmosphere, chilled,...

I loved this place. Top quality fit out. Excellent Wine bar. Great service & wine selection. Very high attention toward quality in every detail. The self service water on tap is sparkling and a winning touch. A certain class & old world charm about this place. Smoking area is out front on footpath and alcohol cannot pass front door. Rear outside seating would be great for smoking but obviously the woke laws of Wellington make that not possible. Excellent security & intimate booths. Bathrooms are great. Excellent stuffed animals & most impressive being the actual Puffins. The pheasant was a nice touch also and reminded me of last time i shot one, basically like a tasty...

Like Narnia for wine, this gorgeous bar with plush green velvet booths and murano chandelier, is hidden amongst a bunch of scaffolding and the only signage is an empty wine bottle. Those who know, know - and now you know! With an ever-changing list of wines by the glass, many with unrecognisable grape varieties, let the knowledgeable staff talk you through each one. I guarantee you’ll walk away with a new favourite. The corner booth is the choice spot for many, but for me the indoor/outdoor area out the back is my favourite, sheltered from the rain and wind and surrounded by plants - it’s glorious. Beth Brash - Food &...