Portlander

29/05/2026

Great food has a way of bringing people together.

At Portlander, it’s about more than what’s on the plate. It’s about shared moments, easy conversation, and the kind of atmosphere that makes you want to stay a little longer.

25/05/2026

There’s a reason locals keep coming back.

Exceptional steaks.
Thoughtfully crafted dishes.
Wine and whisky worth exploring.
And an atmosphere that gets it just right, every time.

Book your table and see for yourself: https://tinyurl.com/f74h74rz

19/05/2026

From the deep south to your table, this is New Zealand produce at its finest.

Our venison Denver leg, sourced from Invercargill’s wild landscape, is prepared to honour its naturally lean, tender character. Paired with the golden sweetness of Gisborne corn, layered with the depth of New Zealand black garlic, and finished with a rich blackberry spiced jus, every element works in harmony.

It’s bold. It’s balanced. And it’s unmistakably local.

Challenge

14/05/2026

Some nights are just dinner.
Others are Portlander.

Step into a space where the lights are low, the grill is hot, and every plate is crafted with intention.

From perfectly cooked steaks to a glass poured just right, it’s the kind of night that lingers long after the last bite.

Make your booking here today: https://tinyurl.com/f74h74rz

09/05/2026

Whether it’s the big moments or the quiet, everyday ones, it’s her love that shapes it all.

Today, we celebrate the women who do it all.

Here’s to the mums, the mother figures, and the women who make life richer in every way — today is for you.

04/05/2026

Our Entry to the Monteith’s Wild Food Challenge…..

Crafted to celebrate the wild, this is Portlander’s take on true New Zealand flavour.

Featuring venison Denver leg sourced from the deep south, this dish honours the purity of Invercargill’s rugged landscape. Sweet Gisborne corn brings balance, black garlic adds depth, and a blackberry spiced jus ties it all together with a rich, warming finish.

It’s a dish rooted in provenance, driven by flavour, and created to stand proudly among the country’s best.

Book your table today to experience this delectable dish.

$59 | $70 with beer match (Monteith's Driftin' IPA)

Coveted by steak lovers, whisky enthusiasts and wine connoisseurs alike, Portlander Bar & Grill is an award-winning restaurant in Wellington's Business District. Enjoy mouth-watering dishes such as the Wakanui steak or line-caught game fish in the restaurant's dapper décor.

30/04/2026

It’s almost time to treat mom to exactly what she deserves.

Join us this Mother’s Day as we celebrate the women who do it all.

From a glass of G.H. Mumm Rosé on arrival to a delectable meal she has had no hand in having to prepare, it’s just what she needs to make her feel extra special.

Date: Saturday 9 and Sunday 10
Time: 12 noon – 3pm
Cost: $79 per person (Kids under 12 may order from our kids’ menu)

Choose from our Portlander Menu or curated set menu, the choice is yours.

Make your booking now, and make mom’s day: https://tinyurl.com/f74h74rz

26/04/2026

Don’t leave it to the last minute this Mother’s Day.

Skip the predictable gifts and give them what they really want, great food, great wine, and time well spent.

At Portlander, they’ll be welcomed with a glass of G.H. Mumm Rosé before settling in to enjoy either our signature lunch menu or a curated selection of specials.

No cooking. No stress. Just a proper Mother’s Day, done right.

Book your table now: https://tinyurl.com/f74h74rz

Bookings available for Saturday 9 and Sunday 10 2026.

22/04/2026

Chateaubriand is the most luxurious cut from the centre of the beef tenderloin, celebrated for its exceptional tenderness and refined flavour.

Thick-cut and beautifully lean, it delivers a buttery, melt-in-your-mouth texture, making it an elegant centrepiece steak often enjoyed for special occasions or shared at the table.

Bok your table and order this superb steak today!

18/04/2026

Every chef has a signature.
Ours is written in the cut, the flame and the finish.

The art of the cut is where technique meets instinct, transforming exceptional beef into something unforgettable.

Rare and refined.
It’s the Portlander way.