INSPIRED
BY FIRE
¡Hola!
Welcome to El Matador!
We have been serving Wellington's best Spanish tapas and authentic Argentinian steaks since 2012.
Boasting NZ's first wood-fired asadores and parrilla, an open kitchen, sunny courtyard, boutique bar, superb service and a great vibe, El Matador is the perfect place for a delicious dinner.
Please just come on in!
El Matador is a "walk-in" (no reservations) restaurant.
If a table isn't immediately available when you arrive, you are welcome to wait at our bar or in our NEW courtyard.
Gracias!
OUR PARRILLA: THE STAR
Our wood fire BBQ is definitely the star of EL MATADOR.
We choose the right amount of Manuka to enhance the flavour of our steaks and give them the distinctive character everyone loves.
FRESH KIWI PRODUCE
Having the freshest ingredients is our obsession.
We respect our customers and profession by creating amazing dishes with the best ingredients we can find.
TAPAS FOR EVERYONE
Tapas are the soul of Spanish cuisine and a unique dining experience.
We offer a colourful and exciting variety of tapas that are suitable for every pallet.
ABOUT US
MIKE MARSLAND
Owner
Mike Marsland is an award winning restaurateur and fully qualified chef in French cuisine since 1980.
Mike has a long history in Wellington’s restaurant scene as the owner of classics like ERNESTO and more recently EKIM BURGERS among others.
FELIPE MOLINA
Head Chef
MARIA JOSE
General Manager