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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Kiin Thai Underground Kitchen
699 Mount Eden Rd, Auckland 09 600 2166 kiin.nz/ -
Kimchi and Wasabi
157 Trafalgar St, Nelson 03 539 0968 facebook.com/kimchiandwasabinz -
Kind
16 McDonald St, Morningside, Auckland 09 869 8765 https://kindcafe.co.nz/ -
Kings Garden Cafe
224 Universal Drive, Henderson 09 836 9635 kings.co.nz/cafe/henderson -
Kingsland Social
462 New North Rd, Auckland 09 815 0335 facebook.com/kingslandsocial -
Kneads All Day
120 Hobsonville Rd, Hobsonville, Auckland 09 282 2709 http://kneadsallday.co.nz/ -
Kohinoor Indian Cuisine
227 Dairy Flat Highway, Albany, Auckland 09 415 0991 kohinoorrestaurant.co.nz/ -
Kreem Cafe
4 Carr Rd, Auckland 09 624 1414 https://kreem.co.nz/ -
Krishna Food
83 Bealey Ave, Christchurch facebook.com/krishnafoodchch -
Krishna Food - Kelburn Campus
Victoria University, courtyard between Kirk and Hunter buildings, Wellington -
Kufe Bar and Eatery
20 The Esplanade, Whitianga 07 866 2299 facebook.com/kufebarandeatery -
Kum Pun Thai
73 Victoria St, Christchurch 03 365 5494 kumpunthai.com/
699 Mount Eden 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.