North Island
Fratelli
Cuisine: Italian, Pizza, A La Carte
THE FRATELLI FEAST $35 for Three Courses!!
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Hours:
- Dinner Mon-Sat from 5.30pm
- Lunch By Arrangement
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Facilities/Features:
- Business Dining
- Out Catering
- Private Functions
- Private Parties
- Romantic Dining
- Wedding Functions
- Payment Types: EFTPOS, Visa, MasterCard, AMEX
- Price Range: Moderate, $15 - $25
- Dress Code: Casual
- Alcohol: Beer, Wine, Spirits, Cocktails
- Seating for: 60
- BYO/Corkage: No BYO
- Good For Groups: Yes
- Takeaways: Yes
- Delivers: No
- Takes Reservations: Yes
- Dietary Restrictions: Vegetarian, Vegan, Dairy-free, Gluten-free
- Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
- Meals: Lunch, Dinner, Dessert
Fratelli is Wellington’s Freshest authentic Italian restaurant. Its true to its name (which translates as ‘Brothers’) as its owned by two brothers who have chosen to specialise in 100% fresh homemade pastas, Gnocchi and risotto’s as well as woodfired pizza and other authentic Italian dishes. Fratelli takes bits of the old traditional Italian cooking styles and assembles them in new modern ways, all served in it’s warm modern Italian themed dining room and accompanied by a range of fine Italian Wines
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17th March 2013
Last night (Saturday 16 March 2013) we decided to find a new place to go for a pizza in Wellington having been to Pizza Napoli several times but wanting somewhere new. Picked Fratelli partly because they had more good reviews than bad on this site and because of the way they’d handled the bad review!
We were not disappointed. On arrival we were told they were full but we could take a seat at the bar which we did. Expecting a delay of around 30-45 minutes we were suddenly shown to a table about 10 minutes later as the front desk had rearranged things.
Food was brilliant, service, brilliant, cost – good value for money. Atmosphere lovely. Not as frenetic as some places can be so we were able to have just a lovely couple of pizzas, a bottle of red and a great evening. We will be back. Can’t wait.
We were not disappointed. On arrival we were told they were full but we could take a seat at the bar which we did. Expecting a delay of around 30-45 minutes we were suddenly shown to a table about 10 minutes later as the front desk had rearranged things.
Food was brilliant, service, brilliant, cost – good value for money. Atmosphere lovely. Not as frenetic as some places can be so we were able to have just a lovely couple of pizzas, a bottle of red and a great evening. We will be back. Can’t wait.
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16th May 2013
Yum! We had a great family dinner at Fratelli last night for my little brother’s Graduation. First time there for me and I can honestly say It won’t be the last!!
The place was humming with a great atmosphere, full but not too noisy, really nice friendly staff who were coping amazing well with the packed restaurant ensuring our service was friendly and timed really well.
Food was some of the tastiest I’ve eaten in a restaurant in a long time, really good Sweet corn & Crayfish Risotto and fantastic homemade Boar Sausage. The other meals on the table (Tagliatelle pasta with lamb Meatballs, Fish of the day and a goats cheese & Prosciutto pizza) also looked amazing and had rave reviews from the others.
The Basil Panna Cotta, Tiramisu & Gelato were also outstanding.
the best thing was the really amazing standard of service and quality of food you receive here without having to fork out a small fortune, great value for money and we need more restaurants like this
The place was humming with a great atmosphere, full but not too noisy, really nice friendly staff who were coping amazing well with the packed restaurant ensuring our service was friendly and timed really well.
Food was some of the tastiest I’ve eaten in a restaurant in a long time, really good Sweet corn & Crayfish Risotto and fantastic homemade Boar Sausage. The other meals on the table (Tagliatelle pasta with lamb Meatballs, Fish of the day and a goats cheese & Prosciutto pizza) also looked amazing and had rave reviews from the others.
The Basil Panna Cotta, Tiramisu & Gelato were also outstanding.
the best thing was the really amazing standard of service and quality of food you receive here without having to fork out a small fortune, great value for money and we need more restaurants like this
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1st April 2013
Very disappointed to say the least. The food was alright but not worth the very long wait and appalling service. We were here for my friends birthday dinner (from all the presents on the table I’m sure the waitress would have been aware). She made no attempt to be friendly or build any sort of rapport. When asked a question about the wine she responded “I don’t know” with no offer to ask someone else who might. Two entrees came out promptly but there was a delay on the other (warm olives). When asked about their absence the waitress rolled her eyes and walked away without saying anything. We had one very nice bottle of wine and would have liked another but no such offer was made. Staff training needs desperate improvement.
Comment from Ferdi P. of Fratelli
2/04/2013
Hi Mary T,
Ferdi here from Fratelli Restaurant. I’m slightly shocked at your review of Fratelli and disappointed as this doesn’t sound like our usual normal service or restaurant at all and I’m sorry you experienced this with us.
I am at the restaurant…
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12th February 2013
My boyfriend and I dined here for the first time a couple of weeks ago and had the Fratelli Feast- we absolutely loved it! The margherita pizza was the best I’ve ever had. My gnocci was out of this world and my boyfriend had the veal risotto and enjoyed it so much. Love how authentic the food is, I’ve been to Italy and this dining experience definitely took me back. The staff are incredible – very attentive without being intrusive. It’s also great to see the owner on the floor, talking with customers and serving. I can’t wait to go back!
31st October 2012
My boyfriend and I really enjoyed the Fratelli feast we had last night. My risotto was beautifully prepared, and the tiramisu was the best I’ve tasted.
The staff were friendly and efficient, and the restaurant is warm and cosy without the tables being too close together. I highly recommend Fratelli, and will definitely be returning!
The staff were friendly and efficient, and the restaurant is warm and cosy without the tables being too close together. I highly recommend Fratelli, and will definitely be returning!
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10th October 2012
Very disappointed with Fratelli. I took my fiancé there last night for dinner and we had the three courses for $35. We ordered all dishes at once. The starter came and was very nice, unfortunately what followed was an hour long wait for our main meal. Not long before the meal arrived I said to what seemed to be the maître d’ that it was too long to wait and in response he did apologize but also justified himself saying that the kitchen was very busy.
A normal restaurant will have an order for what is to be made and when, ensuring dishes get to each table in a reasonable time. This obviously must not happen at Fratelli.
I did not make a scene or a fuss, and after we ate I paid our bill and we left.
Whist the food could not be faulted, the service was a massive let down. It was disappointing enough for us not go back or recommend to others.
A normal restaurant will have an order for what is to be made and when, ensuring dishes get to each table in a reasonable time. This obviously must not happen at Fratelli.
I did not make a scene or a fuss, and after we ate I paid our bill and we left.
Whist the food could not be faulted, the service was a massive let down. It was disappointing enough for us not go back or recommend to others.
Comment from Ferdi P. of Fratelli
15/10/2012
Hi Frank,
Ferdi here, owner of Fratelli restaurant.
Thanks for your review of your dinner here with us on Tuesday 9th Oct. I was the Maître d’ on that night that greeted you on arrival and spoke to you also.
I just wanted to apologise again for your…
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4th October 2012
We had the Fratelli Feast and a bottle of lovely Italian wine and really enjoyed our dinner! It had been a while since I’d had proper Italian food and it was spot on! We had the rosemary garlic bread as a starter, gnocchi with gorgonzola sauce as a main and tiramisu for dessert. Def recommend this place!
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11th July 2012
Very impressed with the service and food! Dined at Fratellis last night with a table of 7 and the waitress was very professional and friendly. Loved the Tuesday night Fratelli Feast, such a deal. Will be back again 
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14th November 2011
Loved this place! Great atmosphere, friendly service and the food is to die for! I can highly recommend the Bistecca di Fratelli
Wood fire roasted Sirloin of Beef on a baked Mushroom, Prosciutto & Potato Cake with a salad of Manuka smoked Beef, Basil roasted Tomato & Garlic !! Both my husband & I had this, and just didn’t want to finish eating it!! Visited Fratelli’s after reading the reviews, and certainly wasn’t disappointed! Will be back again on our next visit to Welligton
Wood fire roasted Sirloin of Beef on a baked Mushroom, Prosciutto & Potato Cake with a salad of Manuka smoked Beef, Basil roasted Tomato & Garlic !! Both my husband & I had this, and just didn’t want to finish eating it!! Visited Fratelli’s after reading the reviews, and certainly wasn’t disappointed! Will be back again on our next visit to Welligton
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16th October 2011
Fratelli celebrates good food. I found the atmosphere somehow lacking, despite the streets outside buzzing with rugby fans. But the service was charming and the food truly lovely. I had the fish of the day (snapper, pan-fried and melt in the mouth) and an asparagus and scallop starter – which was cooked to perfection. The only down note was a side of brocolli. It wasn’t bad, but the sliced almond topping seemed to have come from pre-chopped from a supermarket bargain pack – they were soft and tasteless.
4th September 2011
We were really impressed with Fratelli.
Arrived without a booking last Saturday night and the place was humming. Our group of four women were immediately made to feel welcome. My friends went for the fish of the day and loved it. I had the mushroom risotto which was DIVINE and I was the envy of my friends. Don’t you just love it when you pick the dish that everyone wishes they had ordered, after it arrives looking, smelling and tasting so good?
The place looked and felt great; service was fantastic; staff were friendly; wine & water were replenished promptly; and meals were served in good time. Fratelli gets a ‘Highly recommended’ from me!
Arrived without a booking last Saturday night and the place was humming. Our group of four women were immediately made to feel welcome. My friends went for the fish of the day and loved it. I had the mushroom risotto which was DIVINE and I was the envy of my friends. Don’t you just love it when you pick the dish that everyone wishes they had ordered, after it arrives looking, smelling and tasting so good?
The place looked and felt great; service was fantastic; staff were friendly; wine & water were replenished promptly; and meals were served in good time. Fratelli gets a ‘Highly recommended’ from me!
1
7th April 2011
Delicious! True authentic Italian food, friendly staff, cool little restaurant and 2 great managers who always seem to be there but I’m too shy to ask if they are the brothers that own it but my guess is that they are. Great value for money too.
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1st April 2011
I had heard that Fratelli had a new chef, and that I wouldn’t be disappointed.
A great recommendation – a great Italian restaurant.
A great recommendation – a great Italian restaurant.
24th September 2010
After reading all the reviews of this restaurant, we decided on celebrating my husbands birthday there. The Piatto del Antipasto was delicious. As was the flat bread. However I thought the mains were not very exciting. I had the Tagliatelle con Polpette. The sauce was too rich, too much tomato paste I think. My daughter had the Mussels with pasta, which was uninteresting and boring.All it consisted of was plain pasta with a few mussels on the edge. The other 2 in our party enjoyed their main courses. We could not fault the service.
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28th June 2010
Such a fantastic place to go for dinner, I really can not rave Fratelli enough.
The service was attentive without being intrusive, the food was delicious and the prices very reasonable.
The flat bread with roasted garlic, rosemary and sea salt is the best entree I have had in my life, no lie.
The service was attentive without being intrusive, the food was delicious and the prices very reasonable.
The flat bread with roasted garlic, rosemary and sea salt is the best entree I have had in my life, no lie.
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5th June 2010
Great food, nice surroundings – waitress struggled with who was where, and had ordered what; but a minor detraction really. Been here before and wouldn’t hesitate to recommend.
3
9th May 2010
Food was very nice and very reasonably priced. Portions were just the right size for three courses. Excellent wait staff, very friendly and attentive. Fairly small menu but good variety of dishes. Only criticism is they did not have a high chair for our one year old daughter.
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3rd May 2010
Food was great – portions not huge, but great food. Waitress not too sharp, but maitre de made up for it!
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19th October 2009
Everything we had was absolutely superb!
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12th June 2009
This place has got to be of the best places to go for Italian food. Downside you cannot book a table for less than 6 people. Great ambience and good quality although mains could be a big bigger in portion size.
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28th April 2009
The gnocchi is to die for – best I have tasted outside Italy – superb as was the pizza.
27th March 2009
Fratelli is what Italian dining is all about: good food, great service, and an extensive wine list including a wide range of both Italian and New Zealand wines. We had an early dinner on Saturday night before a show. The service was fantastic; friendly, accommodating (our water glasses were constantly refilled) and our meals were served in good time. Meal portions are a good size and our bread, straight from the wood-fired oven, was bellissimo. The decor is both modern and cosy, with little touches all Italian memorabilia in the restaurant and bar as well as fresh flowers in the toilets. Fratelli is inviting for either an intimate meal for two or larger groups. Cin cin!
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