Havana Bar - Te Aro
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About
Havana Bar is located in two Historic Te Aro workingmen’s cottages on Wigan Street. The cottages date back to the late 19th century. During that time Wigan St was on the outskirts of Wellington’s old China Town. The area stretched out from Haining St and Frederick St containing the dubious reputation of gambling, opium dens, and gentlemen’s pleasures.
In 1991 the lads from Havana Coffee Works set up shop in 34 Wigan St and subsequently in time brought 32a. Between espresso’s the idea of a Cuban bar was brewing and before long the infamous owners of Fidels Café were enlisted to bring this idea to life.
In late 2002 Havana Bar was created, more as a speakeasy for the colourful personalities of the area and then officially opened in early 2003. The bar has supported local and international musicians three to four nights a week for over 13 years, and has maintained its commitment to providing music to Wellingtonian’s ever since. From its inception, Havana Bar has created a new hum in the city by embracing all things Cuban; its history, music, rum, famous cigars and coffee.
During 2010 Havana Coffee Works relocated its operations from 34 Wigan St to its new HQ to Tory St. With this opportunity, the Havana Bar crew had no hesitation in transforming the cottage into a stunning and now award winning tapas style restaurant.
Havana Bar is a unique urban oasis preserved and nestled amongst an array of high rise neighbours. The kitchen is proud to provide the highest quality products sourced from the ‘Best little capital in the world’, including the rest of New Zealand and Abroad. Havana Bar encompasses the full experience, from the delights of lunch, dinner, and drinks, finishing with the finest music and dance.
We welcome you to come down and join in the relaxed and spontaneous sanctuary that is Havana Bar.
Contact Havana Bar
| Address : | Havana Bar 32a/34 Wigan Street, Te Aro, Wellington 6011, New Zealand |
| Phone : | 📞 +879 |
| Postal code : | 6011 |
| Website : | http://havanabar.co.nz/ |
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| Description : | Tapas, wine & cocktails served in colorful, side-by-side cottages with a hip, throwback Latin vibe. |
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Veronika Madlung on Google
★ ★ ★ ★ ★ A great environment, friendly staff, original cocktails and delicious food. I went there with my lovely husbsnd for some drinks followed by dinner. The highlight was the awesome De Lujo 2.0, a manuka-smoked blend of products (including smoke) create this unforgettable cocktail.
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Jonathan Dasani on Google
★ ★ ★ ★ ★ We were recommended Havana by a friend of a work friend and weren't really sure what to expect. Cuban food?
Given me and my wife's dietary restrictions, eating out tends to be as much a challenge for us as it is for the dining establishment we've chosen to prey upon ?
Between the two of us we cannot eat gluten, dairy, soy, bell pepper (capsicum), and we choose not to eat meat/fish.
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, and served some of the most astoundingly delicious food we've had since visiting NZ (all this despite the staff being clearly stretched thin on a pretty busy night).
Was the food we ordered Cuban? Nope. But it didn't matter. It was incredible. The flavors, textures and satiation brought to our table with each dish was unparalleled and completely unexpected.
As long as you don't mind having a little patience and going out on a limb, your stomach will thank you for dining here.
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Deon Van Rensburg on Google
★ ★ ★ ★ ★ One of our favourites! Great tapas style food for sharing and enjoying beautifully prepared dishes. Very friendly staff, do yourself a favour and go try them.
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Raymond Tiu on Google
★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Great food, great service!
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Anaci du Plessis on Google
★ ★ ★ ★ ★ The food was delicious, the service was excellent and we had an amazing time. The scotch fillet is highly recommended! Cozy atmosphere and great for a long evening enjoying good company.
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María Paz Cárcamo Agüero on Google
★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Havana is a very reliable bar to enjoy a good cocktail and snacks. The atmosphere is private and chill; The service and food are always to point.
The food menu has improved since the last time that I went around. Loved the presentation of each plate and everything was tasty.
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James Mowat on Google
★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Our new favourite. Early after work dinner and such a cool vibe, great friendly team. Beautiful tasty food. Tapa style so you get to try many tempting dishes. With fruity sangria on the side there is a lot to like.
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Shaun Oehlman on Google
★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Very quirky place with a share plate style menu, food is delicious, service excellent and the Hazy Pale Ale spot on!
Only negative is the toilets are small and cramped.
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