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Southern Cross Garden Bar Restaurant

Brunch, Vegan Menu, Pub Eats

$$

Top tips

Ask about: uncertain ingredients

  • Try the portobello benedict or mushroom & walnut bolognaise for filling vegan meals.
  • Good to know: Vegan options might be unavailable during certain meal times like Sunday roast service before 2pm.
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  • Enjoy the outdoor beer garden seating, great for groups and families.
  • Good to know: Expect very strong coffee drinks, which may not suit everyone.
  • Parking availability can be limited; best to arrive early.

People mention

No standout dish yet. People mention fries, bowl and buddha bowl.

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Also salad and coffee.

Good for

The vibe: dates The vibe: groups

Praised for friendly service and lively atmosphere.

Good to know

  • Outdoor seating
  • Brunch, lunch, dinner, takeout
  • Cards and mobile pay

About

Southern Cross Garden Bar serves a variety of brunch and dinner dishes including standout vegan options like portobello benedict and mushroom & walnut bolognaise. It has a spacious beer garden and is family-friendly with wheelchair accessibility, making it popular for group lunches and casual dates alike. Frequent mentions of strong coffee and a wide outdoor seating area highlight its laid-back pub vibe.

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39 Abel Smith Street, Te Aro, Wellington 6011, New Zealand

Opening hours

Monday
11:30–22:00
Tuesday
11:30–22:00
Wednesday
11:30–22:00
Thursday
11:30–22:00
Friday
11:30–00:00
Saturday
10:00–00:00
Sunday
10:00–22:00

the food

3.8 out of 5. Spinach Rating

From recent reviews, out of 5.

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How we rank

eating vegan

Very vegan-friendly

vegan options
Many · 5–10 dishes
menu
Clearly marked
staff
Knowledgeable
protein
tofu, mushrooms, walnuts

Ask about: Staff aren't always sure about ingredients.

Good to know: Vegan options aren't always available.

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