Welly On A Plate! Your Kāpiti Burger Guide. An epic month flavour, creativity and boundary-pushing bites.
From 4–24 August, Burger Wellington is back — and the Kāpiti Coast is serving up some serious contenders.
Just 40 minutes from the capital, the Coast has fast become a burger-lover’s destination. This year, local chefs are leaning into the Food is Love theme with burgers inspired by connection, memory, and pure indulgence. Whether you like yours big and bold, crafted with wild local ingredients, or packed with global flavour, you’ll find something to savour right here on the Coast.
The Burger Details
What's on offer in Kāpiti:
Primal Consciousness – Lustre Kitchen & Dining
This burger is a love letter to local producers and sustainable food. Lustre Kitchen & Dining’s Primal Consciousness stars 12-hour slow-cooked beef shoulder from Conscious Valley Farm, paired with pickled bread and butter zucchini, Crooked Vege beetroot and carrot sauerkraut, gem marigold mayo, and a rich braise stock jus — all served in a housemade steamed focaccia bun. Every element speaks to the relationships between chefs, growers, and community, reflecting Lustre’s deep commitment to food that is thoughtful, traceable, and made with heart.
The Lovestruck Boar — Passo Pizza Pasta Caffè
Inspired by chef Michele’s childhood in Sicily, The Lovestruck Boar is steeped in memory and tradition. A wild boar and pork patty, sourced from Waikanae Butcher, forms the soul of this burger, layered with melted provolone, parmesan, fresh fennel, rocket, and a fiery Bond Store spicy vodka tomato sauce. It’s all tucked into a housemade brioche bun and served with crisp Sicilian panelle. Every bite is an ode to foraged flavours, family stories, and a genuine passion for bold, rustic food.
Brioche Beef Delight — Boundary Tap & Kitchen
For burger lovers who crave a comforting classic, Brioche Beef Delight delivers in spades. A juicy grilled beef patty is topped with rich beetroot chutney, sharp cheddar cheese, crisp lettuce, and Prana Greens micro herbs, all balanced with smoky chipotle aioli and fresh tomato — wrapped in a soft brioche bun. Served with a side of kūmara fries, this burger is a vibrant, no-fuss crowd-pleaser that highlights local ingredients and timeless flavour combinations.
The Tandoori Fusion — The Jolly Pub & Kitchen
Bringing a burst of global flavour to Burger Wellington, The Tandoori Fusion takes your tastebuds on a trip. Indian-spiced chicken thigh is paired with fresh lettuce, sweet corn salsa, and Prana Greens micro herbs, layered with housemade mango and peach chutney, aioli, and cooling mint yoghurt sauce. Served in a soft seeded brioche bun with a side of chicken-salted fries, this burger strikes a perfect balance between spice, sweetness, and creamy richness — a true fusion that delivers on flavour.
Breakfast in Bread — Waterfront Bar & Kitchen
A decadent ode to the full cooked breakfast, Breakfast in Bread packs indulgence between every layer. An M&M Butcher’s Angus beef patty is combined with Harrington’s black pudding, streaky bacon, smoked tomato relish, parmesan cream cheese, and fresh herbs, all encased in a buttery Arobake croissant burger bun — crowned with a grilled kransky. On the side? Wild Chef hash brown sticks topped with a sunny side up free-range egg and a pot of rich baked beans tomato sauce. For those who believe breakfast is the best meal of the day — this one’s for you.
Dip Me Baby One More Time — Hey Coastie
For the burger fan who loves a little theatre (and a lot of flavour), Dip Me Baby One More Time is a must-try. Double M&M Master Butcher beef and kimchi smash patties are layered with gooey cheese, pickles, crisp lettuce, and a punchy Apostle kimchi ketchup, finished with burger sauce in a toasted brioche bun. Served with crispy fries and ranch dipping sauce topped with bacon bits, this burger is designed to be dunked, devoured, and paired perfectly with Double Vision Brewery’s Chillax XPA. It’s bold, cheeky, and dangerously moreish.
Make a day of it
Hop on the train or take the quick drive up the coast — many of these venues are steps from Kāpiti’s beaches and boutique shops, so you can turn your burger mission into a proper foodie day out.
Burger Wellington runs from 4–24 August 2025 — get in quick before the best bites sell out!