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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Bali Nights
4 Williamson Ave, Auckland 0210660015 balinights.co/ -
Bandung
119 Parnell Rd, Auckland 093021717 bandung.co.nz/ -
Banh Mi Caphe
298 Victoria St, Hamilton 07 839 1141 banhmicaphe.co.nz/ -
Barefoot Eatery
20 Welles St (at The Welder), Christchurch 027 347 9823 thewelder.nz/portfolio/barefoot-eatery -
Barilla Dumplings
305 Dominion Rd, Auckland 09 623 2855 facebook.com/people/Barilla-Dumpling/100054919472770/ -
Barista
59 George St, Palmerston North 06 357 2614 https://barista.co.nz/ -
Bark and Brew cafe
22 Beach Front Ln, Browns Bay, Auckland 021 445 514 facebook.com/p/Bark-and-Brew-Cafe-61559944474986/?_rdr -
Base Woodfired Pizza
255 St Asaph St, Christchurch 022 182 1921 basepizza.co.nz/ -
Basil Thai Kitchen
307 Barton St, Hamilton 07 838 8985 facebook.com/basilthaikitchen -
Basker
3 Rewiti Drive, Whitianga 07 866 0645 https://basker.co.nz/ -
Basmati's Indian Eatery
185 Manchester St, Christchurch 03 365 0704 basmatis.co.nz/ -
Bayside Chinese Takeaway
31 Albert St, Whitianga 07 866 4666
4 Williamson Ave, 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.