North Island
Ernesto – CLOSED
132 Cuba St
(Te Aro)
Wellington Central
Wellington City 04-801 6878
(Te Aro)
Wellington Central
Wellington City 04-801 6878
Ernesto to close down on 17 December
Ernesto will close down 17 December 2011 due to the…
Announced 2 months agoMore »
Hours:
- Mon – Fri 7:30am – Late
- Sat 8am – Late
- Sun 8:30am – Late
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Facilities/Features:
- Great View
- Out Catering
- Private Functions
- Private Parties
- Romantic Dining
- Wedding Functions
- Breakfast Meetings
- Payment Types: EFTPOS, Visa, MasterCard, AMEX, Diners
- Price Range: Moderate, $15 - $25
- Dress Code: Casual
- Alcohol: Beer, Wine, Spirits, Cocktails
- Seating for: 65
- Parking: Free On-Street, Pay & Display
- Good For Groups: Yes
- Takeaways: Yes
- Dietary Restrictions: Vegetarian, Vegan, Dairy-free, Gluten-free
- Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
- Meals: Breakfast, Brunch, Lunch, Dinner, Dessert
Step into 1950′s Cuba at Ernesto, housed in a charming heritage building on vibrant Cuba Street. Ernesto is a popular licensed cafe and restaurant serving top quality cuisine with a Cuban twist. With superb service and a great vibe, Ernesto is the perfect place for a relaxed dinner. Also enjoy breakfast, brunch, lunch, or tapas, including gluten-free options, creative counter-food and delicious desserts made by the award-winning pastry chef. Attracting a cosmopolitan crowd, this fantastic location in the heart of Cuba Street is ideal for people-watching. Open 7 days and 7 nights.
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9 Reviews for Ernesto – CLOSED
11
25th August 2011
Tostados, cheese fondue, burritos and paelle … all lovely. Very fresh, generous servings topped with a great atmosphere and friendly staff. Always busy in the morning, so good thing I dont walk passed as I be very green
8th August 2011
Decent enough for coffee but still a wee-bit on the average size, especially for how well this place is regarded and how popular it is. Don’t get me wrong, it’s not nearly as bad as Olive, Plum, or Eis, but i’m not sure if it’s worthy of its reputation as such an institution. Staff are fairly friendly and coffee is of a decent calibre, but it isn’t People’s 
Worth a try.
Worth a try.
4
10th October 2010
Beautiful looking place, but the barista just didn’t take any care in the coffee 
it was a shocka with a dumping a milk and watery shot …. usually better so three stars
it was a shocka with a dumping a milk and watery shot …. usually better so three stars
27
30th May 2010
We went on a busy Saturday night with a large group.
The drinks list is extensive and has something for everyone. The food options were well priced and had lot to chose from. Everyone was happy with their choices.
The only disappointment was dessert. The toffee on the top of my creme brulee was so thick that it was almost impossible to break through and the brulee underneath overdone. My husband’s chocolate fondant, while nice, was a minutely sized serving and vastly overpriced at $16.
The service was friendly and reasonably prompt given the size of our group.
The drinks list is extensive and has something for everyone. The food options were well priced and had lot to chose from. Everyone was happy with their choices.
The only disappointment was dessert. The toffee on the top of my creme brulee was so thick that it was almost impossible to break through and the brulee underneath overdone. My husband’s chocolate fondant, while nice, was a minutely sized serving and vastly overpriced at $16.
The service was friendly and reasonably prompt given the size of our group.
6
11th January 2010
My wife and I had a wonderful lunch here towards the end of last year. Our waiter was welcoming, friendly and above all enthusiastic – amongst the very best I have encountered in the hospitality industry. We could see the young chefs working away in the open kitchen and they too were obviously very happy in their work. The “feel good” factor also extended to the food – the steak I had was absolutely delicious. We will certainly be back next time we are in Wellington.
5
24th July 2009
This place is cool … good coffee, great New Zealand beer selection, tasty food.
A couple of minor issues. My partner thinks that the big mirror makes her look fat … NOT GOOD. Also there was a humming, I think from the kitchen that gave me a head ache. Other wise friendly staff & quality dining
A couple of minor issues. My partner thinks that the big mirror makes her look fat … NOT GOOD. Also there was a humming, I think from the kitchen that gave me a head ache. Other wise friendly staff & quality dining
23rd February 2009
I only had a coffee here but I can honestly say it was the best coffee I’ve ever had. The interior décor is so cool and the service was excellent. Go there often!
21st December 2008
I was very impressed with the atmosphere at Ernestos cafe. The food was delicious, the steamed mussels were to die for. The service was exceptional and we will definately return.
10th August 2008
The food and coffee here is usually very good. Not sure what happened today, though – my berry smoothie was absolutely tasteless (I left it unfinished) and our food was dry. The music was blasting so loudly that we had to ask to have it turned down just to be heard.
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