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Midnight Espresso

Breakfast Cafe, Vegan Menu, Nachos

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Top tips

  • Enjoy a vegan hash stack featuring mushrooms, spinach, and chickpea patty.
  • Good to know: Expect busy times with limited seating during peak hours.
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  • Try the vegan nachos, praised for flavor and portion size.
  • Visit late-night for strong coffee and a lively atmosphere.
  • Good to know: Some guests found the wait times long, plan accordingly if in a rush.

People mention

No standout dish yet. People mention cake, nacho and avocado toast.

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Also bagel, banana cake, coffee, filled peppers, french toast, hot chocolate and mexican pies.

Good for

The vibe: work & study

Praised for cozy atmosphere, friendly service and generous portions.

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Also praised for lively atmosphere, affordable, attentive service, beautiful interior and fast service.

Good to know

  • Gluten-free options
  • Breakfast, lunch, dinner, coffee, takeout, quick bites
  • Cards and mobile pay

About

Midnight Espresso is a casual cafe and one of Wellington's longest-standing spots since 1989. It serves breakfasts like a vegan hash stack and a midnight breakfast with chickpea patties, alongside a notable vegan nachos dish. Open late with a vibrant music and art-lined interior, it attracts a mix of solo diners and groups looking for diverse vegan and gluten-free options.

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178 Cuba Street, Te Aro, Wellington 6011, New Zealand

Opening hours

Monday
07:30–01:00
Tuesday
07:30–01:00
Wednesday
07:30–01:00
Thursday
07:30–01:00
Friday
07:30–01:00
Saturday
08:00–01:00
Sunday
08:00–01:00

the food

4.1 out of 5. Spinach Rating

From recent reviews, out of 5.

  • Good service
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How we rank

eating vegan

Outstanding for vegans

vegan options
Many · 5–10 dishes
menu
Clearly marked
staff
Friendly
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