Having traded as Lovelocks for over thirty years before a major renovation and renaming, this classic central Wellington sports bar pairs live broadcasts on big screens with an in-house Hell Pizza kitchen. The space features lounge seating, pool tables, darts, a gaming room, and a refurbished TAB, backed by a beer lineup spanning local craft brews through to Lion Brown on tap. A dedicated sports bar relies on getting the fundamentals right—unobstructed sightlines to screens, quick pints, and hot pub food you can eat without missing a play—and having full Hell gourmet pizzas coming straight out of the kitchen gives it a solid edge over standard fry-basket counters.
You will find it tucked just off the main CBD strip on Bond Street in Te Aro. It suits anyone looking to settle in for an afternoon match, play a round of darts with a pint, or catch up over casual drinks in town.