Our Hospitality Stars!
It’s pretty incredible knowing that we now live and work in the same neighbourhood as a Michelin Star restaurant! Hearing the fantastic news that Ortega Fish Shack, Jano Bistro and Logan Brown here in little old Welly were awarded a Michelin Star made me feel very warm and fuzzy for our hardworking and resilient hospitality scene. It’s not been an easy time for local businesses in the capital over the past few years, so for their hard work to be recognised in this way is a huge moment for Wellington!
With our 100th weekly Bulletin celebration on the horizon as the Michelin Star news came out, we felt that a giveaway focusing on these three restaurants aligned perfectly with our mission to support local and share that love with our readers and audience.
So, here we are at Bulletin #100 and with our biggest giveaway prize to date, a dining experience worth $1,000, split evenly between Ortega, Logan Brown and Jano Bistro! To enter simply subscribe to our weekly Bulletin here and if you’re already subscribed, simply sit back and cross your fingers because you’re automatically in the draw. Check out the full Ts&Cs here.
To go alongside this epic giveaway, we wanted to dedicate the Journal post this week to these three wonderful restaurants. Each of them offer completely different culinary experiences and we are so proud to have them here in our city!
Ortega Fish Shack
16 Majoribanks Street, Mount Victoria
Right Image Credit: Ortega Website / http://ajbain.com/ & Cuisine NZ
Tucked away on Majoribanks Street, Ortega Fish Shack is loved by locals for its fresh seafood, relaxed atmosphere, and consistently great service. While seafood is the star of the menu, Ortega offers a modern New Zealand cuisine with a strong focus on seasonal, sustainably sourced ingredients. Daily-changing fish dishes, fresh ceviche, and expertly prepared shellfish sit alongside popular options like their famous steak and fries.
Our Menu Picks:
Teeny-Weeny (creamy French toast fish sandwich)
Pan-Fried Prawn Tails, garlic butter sauce, lemon, Italian parsley, pappardelle
Beef Fillet with Café de Paris butter & fries
Check out Ortega’s Full Menu Here
Logan Brown
192 Cuba Street, Te Aro
Left Image Credit: Logan Brown Instagram
Set inside the beautifully restored historic bank building on Cuba Street, Logan Brown showcases premium local produce, sustainably sourced seafood and top-quality meats. Their seasonal menu highlights the best ingredients from around the country, paired with an impressive and very tempting wine list! Despite its reputation as a fine dining restaurant, Logan Brown strikes the perfect balance between formal and relaxed.
Our Menu Picks:
Pāua Ravioli with coriander, basil butter & fresh lime
Apple & Salt Baked Beets with goats cheese marshmallow, hazelnuts & artichoke
Orange & Milk Chocolate Mousse Cake with sea salt caramel, ginger brioche & campari
Check out Logan Brown’s Full Menu Here
Jano Bistro
270 Willis Street, Te Aro
Right Image Credit: Jano Bistro Website / David Neville
Jano Bistro is a small, intimate restaurant that has earned a loyal following for its thoughtful, ever-changing degustation menus. Blending modern European techniques with local ingredients, every dish is carefully crafted to showcase seasonal produce. With a strong focus on quality over quantity, each course offers something a little different, making every visit feel like a unique dining experience.
Our Menu Picks:
Mt Cook Alpine Salmon Tart with crème fraîche, cucumber, smoked salmon roe & dill
Straight Spear Butterfish with braised cos, paua bottarga & ‘sandefjordsmor’
Confit Butternut Squash with pecan, salted lemon, butternut miso & nasturtium