New and approved: Apapacho, Wellington
Apapacho is a new Mexican restaurant in Wellington, New Zealand, specializing in breakfast dishes like chilaquiles and huevos rancheros. The family-run establishment has quickly gained popularity for its authentic approach to Mexican cuisine.
Why it matters
It highlights the growing interest in diverse international culinary experiences within local urban food scenes.
Share Story × Share Story Facebook Twitter Bluesky Reddit Email Linkedin Whatsapp Messenger Apapacho on Ghuznee (Photos: WellingtonNZ) This breakfast-focused Mexican spot also does a mean range of tacos and cocktails – just the ticket for a long Sunday brunch.
Apapacho is a newish Mexican daytime fonda (meaning a small, family-run restaurant) in Wellington’s city centre run by chef Joshua Arias, with his brother Kevin working the floor. Open from 8am, the menu is focused around dishes typically eaten at breakfast: chilaquiles and huevos rancheros, for example. However, you can also order tacos and margaritas, so a long Sunday brunch is also on the cards, if that’s your preference. I would advise DMing them on Instagram to book if you’re intending to head over on the weekend, as the small space fills up quickly.
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