Caffe L'affare

27 College Street, Te Aro, Wellington 6011, New Zealand
+64 800 523 3273
$$$ Cafe , Breakfast restaurant , Coffee shop
(1151 Reviews)
Price Range $20–30

Discovering Caffe L'affare: A Wellington Gem

Nestled at 27 College Street in Te Aro, Wellington, Caffe L'affare is not just any cafe—it's a beloved institution that has maintained its charm and quality for over 30 years. Renowned for outstanding coffee, delicious food, and exceptional service, this vibrant cafe offers an inviting atmosphere where locals and visitors alike can escape the hustle and bustle of the city.

The moment you step inside, you are greeted by a spacious interior adorned with comfortable seating, creating the perfect environment for both a relaxed brunch and a cozy catch-up session with friends. While the buzz of conversation fills the space, it’s a delightful reminder of the cafe’s popularity—don’t fret about the noise; it simply adds to the lively ambiance!

Caffe L'affare takes pride in their meticulous coffee offerings, featuring delightful choices like a robust Long Black, a smooth and rich Americano, and the creamy Macchiato. For something sweet and decadent, try their Vienna, a frothy dream topped with whipped cream. The cafe also serves trendy beverages such as Batch Brew and Cold Brew, perfect for any coffee lover seeking a refreshing twist.

When it comes to food, Caffe L'affare doesn't disappoint. Indulge in their Sumac Seasoned Fries—crispy, flavorful, and perfect for sharing or savoring solo. If you’re in the mood for something lighter, their Market Salad bursts with freshness and flavors that elevate a simple meal into something special.

Patrons rave about their experiences, with Andy Kidd saying it’s always a must-visit when passing through Wellington, praising the “outstanding coffee, outstanding food, outstanding service.” Sam echoes this sentiment, giving Caffe L'affare a perfect 10/10 for their brunch offerings, while Karol Jane appreciates the attentive service and spacious seating for a delightful breakfast date.

Families will find it especially welcoming, too; with features like a change room for babies and fun coloring activities for kids, it's an ideal spot for parents. As Shannon Raffe shares, the lovely V60 pourover coffee is just the cherry on top of a kid and baby-friendly atmosphere.

Whether you're catching up with friends, enjoying a moment of solace, or sharing memories over brunch, Caffe L'affare provides not just a meal, but an experience. Make it your go-to spot in Wellington—you won't be disappointed!

Service options
On-site services
Dine-in
Highlights
Great tea selection
Popular for
Solo dining
Good for working on laptop
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible seating
Offerings
Alcohol
Beer
Quick bite
Small plates
Wine
Atmosphere
Casual
Cosy
Trendy
Crowd
Groups
Tourists
University students
Planning
Accepts reservations
Payments
Debit cards
NFC mobile payments
Credit cards
Children
Good for kids
Kids' menu
Parking
Paid parking lot
Paid street parking
Parking
Openings Hours
Checking

Monday

07:00 AM - 03:00 PM

Tuesday

07:00 AM - 03:00 PM

Wednesday

07:00 AM - 03:00 PM

Thursday

07:00 AM - 03:00 PM

Friday

07:00 AM - 03:00 PM

Saturday

08:00 AM - 03:30 PM

Sunday

09:00 AM - 03:30 PM

1151 Reviews
Andy Kidd

02 Oct 2025

This place has not changed in 30 years. Outstanding coffee, outstanding food, outstanding service. Only downside is the noise…but hey it’s popular for good reason. Always a must when I pass through Wella’s

Sam

28 Sep 2025

Service, coffee and food were all 10/10. Such a great place for brunch. I can't wait to come back here

Karol Jane

28 Sep 2025

Had a wonderful breakfast date experience here :) Had amazing service the moment we stepped in the door with staff being so attentive and kind. The seating was so spacious. The atmosphere wasn't loud either, which was nice as someone who struggles a bit with loud noises. I had the iced mocha, and my partner had the peach cold brew, which was such an interesting flavor and was so amazing to try out. My partner described it as smooth, and I can't agree more. My iced mocha was topped with marshmallows, ice cream, and cream! The coffee was not bitter at all and smoothly accompanied the chocolate I was not expecting it to be as big as it was but will be coming back to have more!! For food, my partner had their eggs bene with salmon. Eggs were cooked to perfection, and the hollandaise was especially delicious. I opted for the savory muffin and was not disappointed with how soft this muffin was, perfectly accompanied by butter. Thank you so much for our breakfast, and it won't be the last time coming :) <3

Shannon Raffe

14 Sep 2025

Lovely v60 pourover coffee. Kid and baby friendly. Change rooms for babies. And colouring for kids!

Kimmy Kirck

22 Aug 2025

This is a quite large place, lots of seating. First I'd like to praise the chef. I had the waffles - the waffle itself was perfect with a rich flavor, not bland. The 2 compotes with it were also perfect, the banana was tasty and the chocolate / coffee mousse just right. My only criticism - the above was perfect - and then they added half a cup of chopped dried banana pieces. They were also a few chocolate coated coffee beans. That didn't add anything and in fact detracted from what the chef prepared. Too many flavors / textures. It became muddled. I took them off, but they were mixed in a bit. The latte was also a bit small. However - I would come back and just tell them no dried banana pieces. I would eat the waffle plain ....lol. It's was that good.

kronfeld73

29 Jul 2025

We had breakfast for four of us on Sunday morning, service was friendly and efficient. Meals were delicious and coffee was fantastic. A cool setting and displays were very funky. Will be back next time we visit Wellington.

Alex Gadd

22 Jul 2025

I got the bubble and chorizo bubble and squeak, it sounded great from the menu, but I was surprised at both how tasty and how well presented this was. Such a well balanced meal, not too creamy, not too salty, just right.

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