Places to eat on Petone’s Jackson Street

Viva Mexico offers authentic Mexican cuisine in the heart of the Hutt Valley.

For more than a decade, the team has been teaching Wellingtonians about fresh, authentic Mexican food. Recipes and salsas, passed down through the generations, showcase the country’s many regional flavours. Choose from a range of tacos, quesadillas, huaraches, and Mexican beverages.

You can always hear Español echoing around the busy restaurant. Its lively atmosphere is brimming with personality, making it a great place to dine with a group of friends.

The House of Good Fortune is full of surprises. Home to the Good Fortune Coffee Co., this is where the fair trade coffee beans are roasted, ground, bagged up and distributed around New Zealand. The charming villa doubles as a busy and inviting café. Enjoy a cup of coffee brewed from the beans roasted just metres away. And choose from a selection of fresh and vibrant cabinet food made fresh daily.

Comes & Goes serves up beautiful Kiwi-Korean-influenced brunch and lunch dishes. From the cups of coffee to the eggs on toast, everything looks like a work of art. The waffles come garnished with flowers, and wafer-thin circles of radish garnish the soba noodle salad.

Despite the artistic flourishes, the menu is simple and uncluttered. This same sense of design applies to the modern minimalist interior. The white walls and blonde wood furniture creates a sense of calm and allows the colour palate of the food to shine.

A homely pub full of charm, the Sprig + Fern is a great place to stop for a pint and some bar-side banter.

Set in the historic Raynor & Woodward hardware store, the Sprig + Fern is reminiscent of the quintessential British pub.

Here you’ll find 20 taps showcasing Sprig + Fern craft beers, ciders, and special-release brews. There’s also a list of New Zealand wines, and spirits from around the globe. When you’re feeling hungry, a menu of sharing plates, bar snacks, and pizza is available. The food is fast, filling, and generous.

Regular hosts to quiz nights and live music, the Sprig + Fern offers the complete pub experience.

First built in 1888, “The Vic” has gone through several makeovers to become the light, modern pub it is today. Featuring a full dining space and expansive bar, this is a great place to come for a drink and meal with friends.

You can choose from a range of tap beers, a rotating list of cocktails, and local wines. Pair your choice with a menu that highlights the best in regional and New Zealand cuisine.

A mainstay of the Petone dining scene, Caffiend has been serving great coffee and food for more than 20 years.

The food is fast, fresh, and always consistent, while the coffee is on-point. Here you’ll find a lengthy menu featuring brunch and lunch options, and a cabinet full of salads and baked goods. Housed in a historic brick building, Caffiend oozes character. On sunny days, hungry diners with dogs in tow jostle to get a seat at one of the picnic benches outside.

For quick and easy takeaway options, head around the corner to Caffiend’s Juice St shipping container.

Pillowy bao buns, rich flavourful curries, and zesty salads. The Lucky Cat’s menu traverses the flavours of Asia and offers a foray into modern fusion cuisine. With every menu item comes a twist. Try the beef burger potstickers, vampire chicken wings, or a chilli-infused cocktail. Aromatic herbs and spices amplify each dish to create a memorable plate of food.

Set in a historic Jackson Street building, the restaurant has a warm relaxed ambience. It’s the ideal place to socialise with friends over generous shared plates of food late into the night.

Home to more than 31 different craft beers, Baylands Brewery and taproom showcases the best of its on-site brews. You can watch the brewing process unfold, then pull up at the bar to sample the finished product. You can even fill a rigger to take home and enjoy later.

Started in a garage by husband and wife team Aidan and Louise Styles, Baylands is one of Wellington’s longest-running craft breweries. The industrial fitout of the brewery is contrasted by its warm hospitality and family-friendly vibe. Here you’ll find tasty barbecue food and great conversation with the locals.

Gear Street Union is a fun and vibrant diner-style bar. In the old Wellington Motorcycles building, it’s full of character. Open for breakfast, lunch, dinner and drinks, the diner theme continues throughout the menu. There’s a mix of American-influenced and Kiwi fare, a long list of craft beers on tap, a selection of themed cocktails, and lots of local wines to choose from. Bright, bold and full of character, the interior is a mix of neon signs and retro Americana. This popular drinking spot is always bustling on Friday and Saturday nights.