Peckish Jr. Cafe

105 Willis Street, Dukes Arcade (Cnr Willis & Manners Street, Te Aro, Wellington 6011, New Zealand
+64 210 845 3253
$$$ Cafe
(78 Reviews)
Price Range $20–30

Welcome to Peckish Jr. Cafe, a delightful hidden gem located at 105 Willis Street, within Dukes Arcade in Wellington's vibrant Te Aro. This charming cafe is more than just a stop for a meal; it's an experience that engages your senses and warms your heart. Open daily from 7 AM, this spot is perfect for breakfast enthusiasts and anyone seeking a casual yet inviting atmosphere to enjoy delicious food.

At Peckish Jr. Cafe, the menu is a tantalizing blend of fresh ingredients and innovative flavors that cater to all walks of life. Begin your culinary journey with their impressive selection of ambient pastries—don’t miss the Cinnamon Pretzel (NZ$6.90), soft and sweet with just the right hint of spice, or the indulgent Almond Croissant (NZ$9.90), a pastry that unveils a buttery, flaky texture with each bite. For a heartier option, the Bacon Pinwheel (NZ$10.00) melds savory and sweet in a way that will ignite your taste buds.

If you're in the mood for something warm and soulful, dive into their 'Soupy Peckish' offerings. The Spicy Beef Noodle Soup (NZ$23.50) is a comforting bowl perfect for those chilly Wellington days, while the Chicken Pho (NZ$23.00) showcases a fragrant broth that is rich and aromatic—crafted from 8 hours of simmering beef bones, it is a true labor of love.

Peckish Jr. Cafe is not only known for its delicious food but also for its welcoming atmosphere. Patrons have been raving about the friendly service, with an ambiance that strikes just the right balance between cozy and lively. As customer Sinead described, it's a "cute and warm atmosphere" that makes you want to linger a little longer, especially on those chilly nights. Whether you're popping in for a quick breakfast or settling down for a leisurely lunch, the cafe’s inviting space ensures a pleasant dining experience.

The reviews speak volumes about Peckish Jr. Cafe's appeal, with returning customers like Naomy Vu praising the consistency and quality of the food. She particularly loves the Bulgogi Toast (NZ$9), which continually impresses. Meanwhile, Rachel's mention of the Chili Scrambled Eggs captures the cafe's knack for delivering flavors that surprise and delight.

With such a thoughtfully crafted menu and an atmosphere that encourages relaxation and enjoyment, Peckish Jr. Cafe is a must-visit on your culinary journey in Wellington. Whether you're looking to indulge in delicious pastries, warm your soul with a hearty soup, or simply enjoy the company of friends in a lovely setting, Peckish Jr. Cafe promises to be a highlight of your day.

Accessibility
Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
Has wheelchair-accessible seating
Service options
Offers takeaway
Serves dine-in
Highlights
Serves great coffee
Serves great dessert
Has great tea selection
Popular for
Popular for breakfast
Popular for lunch
Popular for dinner
Good for solo dining
Offerings
Serves alcohol
Serves beer
Serves cocktails
Serves coffee
Serves happy-hour drinks
Serves happy-hour food
Sells prepared foods
Quick bite
Serves small plates
Serves vegan dishes
Serves vegetarian dishes
Serves wine
Dining options
Serves breakfast
Serves brunch
Serves lunch
Serves dinner
Has catering
Serves dessert
Has seating
Amenities
Has toilet
Has Wi-Fi
Free Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
Casual
Cosy
Trendy
Crowd
Family friendly
Good for groups
LGBTQ+ friendly
Popular with tourists
Transgender safe space
Payments
Accepts credit cards
Accepts debit cards
Accepts NFC mobile payments
Credit cards
Children
Has kids' menu
Pets
Dogs allowed
Openings Hours
Checking

Monday

7:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Tuesday

7:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Wednesday

7:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Thursday

7:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Friday

7:00 AM - 7:00 PM

Saturday

8:00 AM - 7:00 PM

Sunday

8:00 AM - 3:00 PM

78 Reviews
Karne Steel

07 Oct 2025

We found this cafe while looking for breakfast locations (that weren't already packed). The staff were very friendly, and the food ended up being very good as well. Happy with our breakfast choice.

rachel

07 Oct 2025

Nice fluffy eggs and thick toast, the chili scrambled eggs are perfectly spicy. The iced matcha is pretty good aswell

Naomy Vu

23 Sep 2025

Amazing experience! This is our third time dining here, and it never disappoints. My favorite dish is the Bulgogi Toast ($9) — it’s absolutely delicious and consistently good every single time, which is something many F&B places struggle to maintain. Today we also tried the Chillies Scramble — it was surprisingly good, even better than we expected. Highly recommend this place to everyone!

Sinead

07 Aug 2025

It was our first time dining here and wow, what an absolute treat! Our meal at Peckish Jr. Cafe was delicious and the service was amazing. What a hidden gem. It wasn’t overly busy when we were dining (early dinner) but the cafe had a cute and warm atmosphere despite the cold, wet night. We didn’t have to wait long for our meal after placing our order which we very much appreciated. We ordered the Strawberry Matcha to drink, Padthai, Chicken Katsu, Bulgogi Toastie and the Pulled Pork Toastie. Everything we ordered was delectable and we highly recommend. Can’t wait to return and gradually try the rest of their menu! Yum

Pei-Ying Pan

30 Jul 2025

Peckish Jr cafe (Dukes Arcade, cnr Manners & Willis St) This cafe caught my attention a few months ago, and we finally managed to visit them! It's hidden inside the arcade, which I do not usually walk through, but do not be deceived! They have a very extensive menu and open all 7 days a week starting from 7am breakfast, but it's an all day menu anyway. We got to try a bit of everything, started off with the mini prawn toasts, with a spritz of lemon juice, they were super crunchy and each one had a very solid piece of prawn inside with a nice tartare sauce, posted perfectly with the lemon juice. Then we went on to the labneh eggs, which had some nice yogurt to cut through the flavour with Turkish bread to dip, the eggs were cooked perfectly, and you have to mix in the yolk with the sauce and eat them all together! This was probably my favorite dish, however the crispy pork banh mi was a very close 2nd, I am usually not a banh mi type person, but the pork and the kimchi went very well together, was a bit spicy for us and when I mentioned this to them, they were a bit surprised, haha, call me weak! We also tried the bulgigi beef toasty which was presented beautifully on top of a box, this is more of a one-person dish I think! We tried to share it because we both wanted to try it, and it was slightly difficult to cut it's probably best eaten while you hold the box. The beef was stewed for hours, it was pull apart tender and very juicy. We got some mocktails to go with the meal and they were both very nice, not too sweet and just the perfect amount of refreshing! They also do matcha latte for a very affordable price, but I am personally not matcha person so did not order that, but if you like it, I saw a few other tables ordering that, so I am guessing they serve a good matcha latte! Come give them some love, I think next time I'm coming here for breakfast/brunch!

Jayme Nguyen

28 Jul 2025

Came in yesterday and was absolutely wowed! Being vietnamese i’m very picky with my banh mi but i think peckish might just have the best banh mi i have tried in NZ. A lovely date spot and all the drinks and food looked incredible.

Joshua Crossman

04 Jul 2025

What a fantastic little spot! Food is exactly what you need for an energy boost and the atmosphere is calm and pleasant. Amazing value for money in comparison to some other local cafés. Highly recommend breakfast and thier matcha range is packed full of flavor and a subtle but strong caffeine kick. Cannot wait to come back!

Irna Wati

11 Jun 2025

We went twice, tried breakfast menu and lunch. So yummy and the best Bahn mi I have ever had! Serving and service both excellent, if you are in Wellington I would highly recommend to come here and you won’t disappoint. Thanks for your friendly service and accomodating our furry friends to be inside and sat next to us

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