Eating out
Thankfully, there are many vegetarian options available in most restaurants and fast food outlets these days. Usually they are on the main menu and some places use a symbol to make them easily recognised.
You do have to be careful, because even these days some folks don’t understand what “vegetarian” means. Fish is often considered vegetarian, oyster and fish sauce can be in curries, cheese often contains calf rennet, wine can contain isinglass (from fish swim bladders), etc. Make sure you check with the waiter if you’re unsure.
It can be a good idea to check the menu online, or phone ahead of time, especially if you are looking for a vegan meal. While vegetarian meals are commonly on menus, vegan meals often are not. Good chefs will be able to whip something yummy up, but generally appreciate knowing in advance you’re coming. Be sure not to be too difficult to please and thank them profusely afterward. This helps to encourage a favourable opinion of vegetarians and ensures they’re inspired to try again.
You do have to be careful, because even these days some folks don’t understand what “vegetarian” means. Fish is often considered vegetarian, oyster and fish sauce can be in curries, cheese often contains calf rennet, wine can contain isinglass (from fish swim bladders), etc. Make sure you check with the waiter if you’re unsure.
It can be a good idea to check the menu online, or phone ahead of time, especially if you are looking for a vegan meal. While vegetarian meals are commonly on menus, vegan meals often are not. Good chefs will be able to whip something yummy up, but generally appreciate knowing in advance you’re coming. Be sure not to be too difficult to please and thank them profusely afterward. This helps to encourage a favourable opinion of vegetarians and ensures they’re inspired to try again.
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Freemans Bakery and Cafe
444 Glenfield Rd, Auckland 09 444 1688 facebook.com/freemansbakeryandcafe -
Frida Cocina Mexicana & Tequila Bar
89 Customs St West, Auckland 093567090 frida.co.nz/ -
Fumetan Ramen
35 Riccarton Rd, Riccarton, Christchurch 021 024 71619 facebook.com/RamenChristchurch -
Gatherings
Carlton Courts, Unit 5/ 2 Papanui Road. Merivale. Christchurch 021 0293 5641 gatherings.co.nz/ -
Gelato & Tea
96 Oxford Terrace (at Riverside Market), Christchurch 020 401 33226 gelatoandtea.co.nz/ -
Gelato Junkie
8 The Octagon, Dunedin 0210 898 4232 facebook.com/gelatojunkie -
Gem of India
25 Chartwell Avenue, Glenfield, Auckland 09 440 9944 https://gemofindia.nz/ -
Gemmayze Street
St Kevin's Arcade, Karangahape Road, Auckland 096001545 gemmayzestreet.co.nz/ -
George Cafe
91 Ocean Beach Rd, Omanu, Mount Maunganui, , Tauranga 07 572 5069 -
Gerome
269 Parnell Rd, Auckland 093733883 gerome.nz/ -
Ginger
602 Remuera Rd, Auckland 09 523 2626 ginger-restaurant.co.nz/ -
Giovanni's
104 Victoria St, Christchurch 03 365 2886 giovannichristchurch.com/
444 Glenfield Rd, Auckland
Thankfully, there are many vegetarian options available in most restaurants and fast food outlets these days. Usually they are on the main menu and some places use a symbol to make them easily recognised.
You do have to be careful, because even these days some folks don’t understand what “vegetarian” means. Fish is often considered vegetarian, oyster and fish sauce can be in curries, cheese often contains calf rennet, wine can contain isinglass (from fish swim bladders), etc. Make sure you check with the waiter if you’re unsure.
It can be a good idea to check the menu online, or phone ahead of time, especially if you are looking for a vegan meal. While vegetarian meals are commonly on menus, vegan meals often are not. Good chefs will be able to whip something yummy up, but generally appreciate knowing in advance you’re coming. Be sure not to be too difficult to please and thank them profusely afterward. This helps to encourage a favourable opinion of vegetarians and ensures they’re inspired to try again.
You do have to be careful, because even these days some folks don’t understand what “vegetarian” means. Fish is often considered vegetarian, oyster and fish sauce can be in curries, cheese often contains calf rennet, wine can contain isinglass (from fish swim bladders), etc. Make sure you check with the waiter if you’re unsure.
It can be a good idea to check the menu online, or phone ahead of time, especially if you are looking for a vegan meal. While vegetarian meals are commonly on menus, vegan meals often are not. Good chefs will be able to whip something yummy up, but generally appreciate knowing in advance you’re coming. Be sure not to be too difficult to please and thank them profusely afterward. This helps to encourage a favourable opinion of vegetarians and ensures they’re inspired to try again.