Things to Do in Petone, Wellington Jackson Street, lined with boutique shops, cafés, and restaurants, creating a lively atmosphere. The nearby Petone Beach and Esplanade offer scenic walks, while the Petone Settlers Museum provides a glimpse into the area's early history.
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Schrödinger’s Books ★ 4.9 · 271 Bookstore
Mon–Fri 8:30 AM – 6 PM
Sat 9 AM – 5 PM
Sun 10 AM – 4 PM
Lo Cost Records Record Store
The Chocolate Story Chocolate Shop· NZ$10–20
Mon 9 AM – 2 PM
Tue–Fri 9:30 AM – 5 PM
Sat 9:30 AM – 4 PM
Sun Closed Where to eat & drink in Petone
Ruchi Indian Cuisine ★ 4.8 · 817 Indian· $20-30
Mon–Fri Closed
Sat 11:30 AM – 2:30 PM, 5 PM – 9:30 PM
Sun Closed
Sprig + Fern Petone ★ 4.5 · 992 Bar· NZ$20–30
Mon 2 PM – 10 PM
Tue 12 PM – 10 PM
Wed–Fri 12 PM – 11 PM
Sat 12 PM – 11 PM
Sun 12 PM – 10 PM
Seashore Cabaret ★ 4.5 · 2.9k Cafeteria· NZ$20–30
Mon–Wed 7 AM – 4 PM
Thu–Fri 7 AM – 9 PM
Sat 7 AM – 9 PM
Sun 7 AM – 9 PM
Rata's Kitchen ★ 4.9 · 437 Restaurant
Mon–Tue Closed
Wed–Thu 5:30 PM – 9:30 PM
Fri 5 PM – 10 PM
Sat 5 PM – 10 PM
Sun 5 PM – 9 PM
House of Good Fortune ★ 4.8 · 272 Café & Bakery· NZ$10–20
Mon–Fri 7 AM – 3 PM
Sat Closed
Sun Closed
The Speight's Ale House Petone ★ 4.3 · 1.3k Gastropub· $30-60
Mon–Wed 3 PM – 12 AM
Thu–Fri 12 PM – 12 AM
Sat 12 PM – 12 AM
Sun 12 PM – 12 AM
K Sing Restaurant ★ 4.6 · 554 Thai· NZ$20–30
Mon–Wed 11:30 AM – 2 PM, 5:30 PM – 9 PM
Thu–Fri 11:30 AM – 2 PM, 5:30 PM – 10 PM
Sat 11:30 AM – 2 PM, 5:30 PM – 10 PM
Sun Closed
Gluten Free 4u NZ Ltd (Gluten Free Heaven) ★ 4.8 · 202 Bakery· NZ$10–20
Mon Closed
Tue–Fri 8 AM – 2:30 PM
Sat 8 AM – 1:30 PM
Sun Closed
Kilim Petone ★ 4.5 · 1.5k Turkish· NZ$20–30
Mon Closed
Tue–Thu 11 AM – 8:45 PM
Fri 11 AM – 9 PM
Sat 11 AM – 9 PM
Sun 11 AM – 8:45 PM
Caffiend ★ 4.5 · 1.5k Cafeteria· NZ$20–30
Mon–Fri 7:30 AM – 3 PM
Sat 8:30 AM – 3 PM
Sun 9 AM – 3 PM
Beannie Cafe ★ 4.5 · 649 Café & Bakery· NZ$20–30
Mon–Fri 7 AM – 3:30 PM
Sat 7 AM – 3:30 PM
Sun 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM
Odd Beans Coffee Shop· NZ$10–20
Mon–Fri 7:30 AM – 3 PM
Sat 8 AM – 3 PM
Sun 9 AM – 2 PM
Martini on Jackson Restaurant Bar and Sheesha Lounge ★ 4.7 · 124 Gastropub· NZ$30–80
Mon–Thu 4 PM – 9 PM
Fri 4 PM – 10 PM
Sat 4 PM – 11 PM
Sun 4 PM – 9 PM Planning time in Petone?
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