Went with a party of 10 for my son’s birthday, had not been there in years, was looking forward to it. Two in our party ordered the seafood chowder, they were looking forward to it because Fisherman’s table used to make the best chowder, big let down some of the others meal were a let down as well, the salad bar was very empty when we went up. Service was slow, to be fair they were very busy. Deserts saved the night for all of us! The scallop shell chocolate with ice cream was the bomb, the chocolate cheesecake with marshmallows was awesome as well. The chowder was very sad not creamy at all not a lot of seafood in it. The views are outstanding as always. Probably would not go back again. My memories of the place have been tarnished. NO crayfish. The menu is not the same as what is advertised on the website. No set meals, we were not even told what the specials of the day were.

A table of five of us visited today for Mothers Day and we had a lovely evening meal. We have visited this restaurant many times in the past and always enjoy the stunning views and lively atmosphere. Had a good time.

The cocktails were impressive – I ordered the fallen angel which was creamy and just perfect! and the chocolate scallop desert was divine.. with a big chocolate scallop mold from the Kapiti chocolate factory – highly recommend!!. I also ordered salmon for my main which was nice and like all the other mains costed $15.95 – including all you can eat from the salad boat.

One recommendation I would give is place is that the mains should have a bit of salad on the plate with the main to make it look more fancy and slightly more staff? it was very busy and we had to be a bit assertive to get the waitresse’s attention. However the meal included salad from the boat.. and we all took two helpings .. good place to go if your hungry!

Overall I would recommend The Fisherman’s Table, its the ideal family restaurant

Four of us dropped in for an evening meal. The chowder was beaut and we all enjoyed our meals and service.
One comment was if there could be a greater variety of fish?

But a great evening all the same.

This restaurant has literally unlimited potential with its incredible sea views and its associated maritime theme featuring ships’ wheels, brassware etc. In theory, a landmark restaurant and event destination. The business itself is potentially a great investment – if you have the chance to take it over and run it well.

However, for years now all this has been compromised by substandard food – compared with, for example, the standards consistently maintained at the Oriental Bay FT. Presumably this is a franchise situation where the Paekakariki FT is a bottom feeder.

My family and I never go there nowadays – except I alone still check it out every couple of years or so to see if things have improved. As at the last visit they hadn’t. So much potential, but instead an epic fail.

Table service evidently provided by mostly well-intentioned locals and not the main issue – they generally mean well but may not reach the service-related standards clients are entitled to expect.

Primary problem is the food. Drive past this place, without risking your life on State Highway 1 turning into it!. There are obviously management issues at this restaurant and there are far better quality and value-related eating opportunities a bit further south. Try out any fish and chip shop in Porirua!!!

I have been to Fishermans Table twice and each time it has been wonderfully i have never been to a restaurant that cares about there diners as much as this restaurant. Nothing was any trouble the food was hot and delicious and no waiting long for the food the staff here are great really friendly. And i have recommended this restaurant to all my friends and family and will be coming again for my dads birthday.

I ate here in a group of 8 for lunch on Sunday 19th September. We got good service and the food was enjoyed by all. Only problem I think we overstayed our welcome and the waiting staff started hovering waiting for us to leave, probably we did linger too long but the 8 of us don’t get to see each other often.

Really disgusting. “Food” had obviously been frozen and then thrown on a plate– Everything at FT is fried in heaps of oil.

Salad bar was just a bunch of bowls with gross mayonnaise-laden mixes and bean salads.

This seems like it does amazing business with the over 70 crowd, which I can only imagine is because
a.) they’re on a fixed income and FT is CHEAP.
b.) dentures go well with mushy FT food.
c.) Do tastebuds age and lose the ability to taste flavour? If so, FT wins. Food is flavourless, bland and totally uninspired.


FT, hire a really GOOD chef to come and redo your menu, and your service. You have the best locations in Wellington, fix the food and raise your prices to be moderate range, and watch people pour in and LOVE what they’re eating instead of feeling sick when they leave.
The staff will be happier all around when the customers are.

I totally have to agree with Matt’s comments. We were regular diners but lost interest due to the lack of service from some (not all) wait staff. We find that when we want to order the wait can be very long for staff to even acknowledge you then when they come over its obvious they don’t want to be there. No complaints regarding the kitchen staff. Also Ive noticed the usual cheery face on front of house has been replaced by “have you booked”, very off putting. Wont be back which is a pity cause this place used to be awesome and a great place for the family to dine out. Many birthdays celebrated there over the years but have definitely found the last 6mths customer service has taken a nose dive. Where have all the cheery/friendly wait staff gone?

My greater family have been to Fisherman’s Table many times, however it seems standards have slipped dreadfully. We noticed it first a couple of months back, then the other day….
Our booking had been made for the wrong day, and they made it seem like it was OUR fault. We had to send two meals back as they were not what was asked for, and we gave up waiting to be asked if we were interested in desert.
All around I mark this as poor and we are not likely to return.
I must say however this is no reflection on the Chef. the food was up to its normal standard, it was the service that let us down, and on this night it was poor from no less than 4 individual staff members.

Average food, waiters have no idea how to smile. Decor very dated (place looks tired – torn seat cushions don’t help).
View marvellous but spoilt by very bright fluorescent lights under outdoor canopy.
Fails to take advantage of possibilities of location and (past) reputation.
“Once was good” is the kindest thing one can say.
Avoid if you have any self respect!

I just love this low cost family restaurant. you get what you pay for its always a great place to have large gatherings and the staff are excellent and well trained.when I go past the fisherman’s table I always think of childhood gatherings,teen gatherings and family coming together for a great evening.