Restaurant
Havana Bar
32a/34 Wigan Street, Te Aro, Wellington 6011, New Zealand
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32a/34 Wigan Street, Te Aro, Wellington 6011, New Zealand
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Havana Bar turns a pair of historic Wigan Street cottages into Te Aro’s moodiest evening hideaway for Peruvian tapas and pisco cocktails. Sharing digs with Fidel’s Café by morning—where expertly pulled cappuccinos meet fried chicken waffles—the venue transforms when darkness settles. Tables fill quickly with rounds of tangy snapper ceviche, charred octopus, and smoky beef skewers, backed by genuine warmth from floor staff who navigate dietary restrictions without missing a step. Regulars know about the hidden bookshelf door concealing the restroom, best visited before settling in for a tart pisco sour and creamy Suspiro Limeño.
- Daytime Café Crossover: Mornings share space with Fidel's Café for pulled flat whites, breakfast burritos, and crisp chicken waffles.
- Peruvian Tapas & Pisco: Evenings pivot to Peruvian-inspired tapas, from fresh snapper ceviche and charred octopus to Suspiro Limeño paired with authentic Peruvian pisco cocktails.
- Hidden Bookshelf Door: Tucked behind a disguised bookcase door, the quirky restroom adds a playful, speakeasy touch to the historic cottage setting.
- Seamless Dietary Customization: A dedicated printed allergen menu and kitchen flexibility ensure multi-course banquets adapt effortlessly to dietary restrictions.
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Why Guests Choose Havana Bar
Why diners choose Havana Bar for Latin-inspired tapas, secret architectural quirks, and memorable celebrations
Authentic Peruvian and Latin American Flavours
Havana Bar crafts authentic Latin and Peruvian specialties, from fresh snapper ceviche to Suspiro Limeño and Pisco Sours made with genuine Peruvian pisco.
We were SO stoked to see Peruvian dishes on the menu, honestly, Peruvian food just never lets you down.
Sol Rodriguez Quirky Speakeasy Vibe and Secret Bookcase Feature
Tucked down an alleyway inside vibrant historic cottages, the bar surprises guests with eclectic decor and a speakeasy-style restroom concealed behind a bookshelf.
Loved the hidden bookshelf bathroom and the ambiance was lovely with music and a vibe.
Daisy Kindersley Mckenzie Bespoke Allergen and Dietary Accommodation
Whether managing complex vegan and allergen combinations or tailoring multi-course per-person set menus for groups, the kitchen easily customizes around extensive dietary needs.
So, it was surprising for both of us when we were given an allergens specific menu, reassured that the kitchen would do it's very best to accommodate us
Jonathan Dasani Seamless Multi-Course Group Hosting
Structured group celebrations benefit from well-paced course rounds, organized bar tabs, and flexible seating that smoothly handles last-minute headcount updates.
The food came out in rounds which worked better than it all coming out at once.
Amy Missen Lively Shared Plates and Cocktail Gatherings
Designed for communal dining, Havana Bar's vibrant setting and curated drink lists let groups and couples share an array of savoury small plates and craft cocktails.
We went with three young adults and shared a bunch of small and large plates, plus cocktails, mocktails, and dessert.
Laura Hiener Atmospheric Destination for Milestone Celebrations
From intimate milestones to graduation dinners, the venue provides an atmospheric private corner with an energetic buzz that marks special milestones.
Our family were celebrating our daughter’s graduation and we wanted an intimate table but with an atmosphere, great food & service, Havana Bar delivered on all fronts!
Shannon Spencer
Most popular items
Favorite savory dishes and tapas from Havana Bar
Ceviche
Gotta get the ceviche if you come here by far the standout dish but they don't make a bad dish either
Vitaly Dryburgh Octopus
I highly recommend the Patatas Bravas, the Seafood Dumpling and the Octopus!
Ebony Pluess Beef skewer
We loved the prawns and the beef skewer both very tasty.
f c Waffle
We went here for breakfast, and had the waffle and the breakfast burrito. Both were great!
Chris R
Other favorites
Cocktails, desserts, and sides complementing the tapas experience
Pisco sour
And, of course, we had to try the Pisco sour. They told us it was made with real Peruvian pisco, so we went for it, and wow, it was yummm!
Sol Rodriguez Suspiro Limeño
We closed off with a delicious Suspiro Limeño which highly exceeded our expectations.
Romina Mautone Patatas Bravas
I highly recommend the Patatas Bravas, the Seafood Dumpling and the Octopus!
Ebony Pluess Churros
To finish our meal we got churros and tres leches cake, the churros were very freshly made and the dipping sauce was unlike the usual chocolate dip you get, but it was a good condiment.
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Beyond the menu
Thoughtful details and distinctive hospitality elements that elevate dining at Havana Bar
Secret Bookcase Restroom
The venue features a concealed restroom entrance set into a hidden bookcase inside the dining area.
Dedicated Allergen Menus
Guests with complex, overlapping dietary restrictions are provided with an allergen-specific printed menu and attentive kitchen accommodations.
Celebration Hospitality Touches
Birthday parties receive celebratory hospitality such as a complimentary limoncello birthday shot alongside dedicated group hosting.
Direct Kitchen and Host Connection
Floor staff and kitchen chefs interact directly and warmly with diners, introducing Peruvian culinary specialties like real Peruvian pisco sours and Suspiro Limeño.
Before you head over
Practical booking, ordering, and dietary guidance grounded in guest experiences
Book Ahead for Peak Hours
The dining room fills up fast during peak dinner and weekend hours, so secure an advance reservation to guarantee a table.
Request the Dedicated Allergen Menu
Request their dedicated allergen-specific menu or opt for the per-person group banquet, which the kitchen tailors across multiple dietary restrictions.
Pace Group Orders in Rounds
When dining with a group, arrange for dishes to arrive in paced rounds or let the kitchen select a multi-course tasting progression.
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