Hippopotamus Restaurant & Cocktail Bar

Arrived 2.15pm. 15 minutes late for eating from an awesome menu but stayed and had a bar snack-Ravioli cooked beautifully and was perfect for lunch and a Scottish whisky recommended from the very knowledgable lovely lady from the bar. It was the nicest I have ever had and she knew her job. Highly recommend either the bar menu or the lunch menu we did not have but read and wished for another day. The food is exceptional and would be on the must go places. As is the service, comfort and a great Wellington memory. Deserve more than 5 stars.
5 7 years ago (05-04-2018)

I have lived in Wellington for the past 10 years and this have been the best food experience I had in this town. I only believe that it will be topped by another visit to it. The hosts made us felt like we were at home and provided us with great service and food, no requests was too much we had everything we asked for and more! The food was sensational, a treat to to the palate and is always fresh, the menu is seasonal so my pictures may not represent the current menu but it rather representes the experience and quality of it self. Thanks to the Hippopotamus staff fir helping me arranging my wife’s birthday surprise you guys are awesome.
5 7 years ago (03-01-2018)

Had a work function here, food was great. Service was a major let down. Had to hunt for someone to bring us drinks and even then it took forever. My wife only had two drinks the entire night! They could’ve made a lot more money off us if their waitstaff were quicker and more attentive.
3 7 years ago (18-02-2018)

Pricey but worth it. Food is as delicious as it was visually pleasing. Excellent service.
5 7 years ago (26-02-2018)

A very good restaurant, and does a fantastic weekend brunch. High quality buffet with a good selection. Attentive staff, good view, good size tables and comfy chairs. It's not the cheapest place around, but it's good value nonetheless. Highly recommended.
5 7 years ago (13-11-2017)