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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Williams Eatery
85 Daldy St, Auckland 093733906 williamseatery.co.nz/ -
Winnie Bagoes
40 Welles St, Christchurch Central, Christchurch 03 366 6315 winniebagoes.co.nz/ -
Wise Boys Burgers
604 Great North Road, Grey Lynn 021 0298 3712 http://wiseboys.nz/ -
Wok Express
379 Parnell Rd, Auckland 093021675 wokexpress.co.nz/ -
Wong Gok Restaurant
282 Moray Place, Dunedin 03 477 8196 facebook.com/p/WongGok-Restaurant-100093628765950/ -
Woof!
368 Stuart St, Dunedin 02 150 9000 facebook.com/woofdunedin -
Wrights Vineyard and Winery
1093 Wharerata Rd, Gisborne 06 862 8746 wrightswines.co.nz/ -
Wu and You
399 Mount Eden Rd, Auckland 09 630 3828 wuandyou.co.nz/ -
Xotic Sweets and Snacks
245 Mt Albert Rd, Auckland 09 620 5786 -
You Hanoi Me
https://www.youhanoime.co.nz/ 03 365 0862 youhanoime.co.nz/ -
Yours
43 Moray Place, Dunedin 021 075 1407 https://possibilities.industries/yours/ -
Zaffron
147 Colombo St, Beckenham, Christchurch 03 332 4799 https://zaffron.co.nz/
85 Daldy St, 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.