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A well presented pub and eatery, enjoyed the beet salad with halloumi, however there was too much dressing so the salad in the bottom of my bowl was saturated with oil. However the rest of the salad was really tasty. The decor was clean and vibrant and has great views over the grassed area to the beehive.

More of a go for a beer after work kind of vibe, not so much if you're going for dinner for two. Food not bad. Price is a bit up there, Service is via app so no need for staff there to be honest apart from bar.

Iconic bar. We arrived after the kitchen had closed so ordered a LOT of bar snacks for a group of 15+ people and were not disappointed. The staff were friendly and looked after us.

Probably at the higher price end compared to the rest of the coffee shop we have checked out but definitely a good spot to sit and relax after exploring the seat of New Zealand power. You may see one or two guys you've seen on the telly if you stay long enough.

Palmer cooler was 95% wine with a strawbery fragrance ... okay but could've been a bit sweeter. Scotch fillet was nice and I normally like pate, but this dish doesn't need it. I doggy bagged my loaded fries entree because they came at the same time as the main... I prioritized the main and took the fries home to reheat later. Staff were very accommodating.

Directly opposite Parliament, funny caricature statues, yummy food and nice staff.

Dish I got was disappointing, looked like it had been thrown at plate. Taste was average and on par with what I would expect from a fast food chain outlet. Service was terrible, was given conflicting information multiple times about how we needed to order and pay. Place was like an inferno, had to request windows to be opened which staff member couldn't figure out so we ended up opening them ourselves. Really want to support local joints, but l am fed up with paying for poorly created food and little service. We can do much better Wellington!!! Take pride in what you do or don't bother.

First time in here in a very long time. Good range of drinks. The menu is appropriate, servings were well presented and appropriate size.

Staff were very efficient. Puppets of politicans line the walls providing an amazing backdrop.

A group of us went there before Ed Sheeran concert. We decided to order platters to save time. The platters arrived on time and the portions were very generous. Staff were nice. Definitely will go back again.

World famous in Wellington.

The backbencher is on lower molesworth street opposite parliament and a few minutes walk from the bus and train stations.

Attentive staff, good food at normal pricing. A variety of tap beers available.

Gets very busy after work, so best to reserve a table for after knockoff drinks with colleagues.

Calamari was a generous helping, well cooked, sorry no photos.

A cool spot to explore and have a cuppa in the capital especially if you are around the beehive, just walk cross the street. Fun to look at the puppets representing the Government figures updated from time to time. The food is generous portion.

@thebackbenchergastropub has a long history of political connection behind its contemporary satirical puppets. It started life as The Wellington Hotel in 1869 & its close proximity to Parliament made for a popular parliamentarian watering hole - earning it the nickname 'The Unofficial Bellamy's'. In 1991 the pub was revamped & renamed 'The Backbencher', decorated with cartoons from two of our most famous political satarists, Tom Scott & Trace Hodgson. In 2008 it became home to 'Back Benches', a political interview show. But perhaps most (in)famously of all, over the years its walls have been adorned with irreverent, satirical political & sporting puppets - from 'Joan of Arc' Helen Clark, to 'Batman & Robin' John Key & Bill English - each drawn by Murray Webb & formed by the very talented Bryce Curtis of WETA Workshop. Nothing particularly special to be found in the food or brews, but come for the puppets or pre-stadium event.

Great place to get together for drinks and nibbles for a catch up with friends. Very cool and friendly atmosphere, Sarah and the team do an amazing job looking after customers. We'll be back!

After visiting Parliament House we needed refreshment and The Backbencher was conveniently located. Loved the large caricatures inside and the Parliament themed bars. Great staff and an excellent selection of beers.

A very interesting pub, catering to the political folk that work around it and those that just want to pop in for a drink and a bite to eat. There is a history and take a walk around seeing the caricatures on display will definitely put a smile on your face. The citizens will understand. Well worth it.

Good quality simple food. Decent selection of beers. Book ahead, sometimes it can get busy.

Great place and staff - some really good food here and a regular place we visit. It's too bad some protestors have decided they don't like it when businesses stand in support of their staff and are writing bad reviews...

Calamari was fab