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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CBK Tauranga
20 Spring St Tauranga, Tauranga 07 578 4700 cbk.nz/ -
Ceylon Kitchen
173 Saint Asaph St, Christchurch 03 925 9003 https://ceylonkitchen.co.nz/ -
Chinoiserie Bar and Eatery
4 Owairaka Avenue, Auckland 09 971 3836 https://chinoiserie.co.nz/ -
Chiwahwah Mexican Cantina Bar
136 Oxford Terrace, Christchurch 03 925 9716 https://chiwahwah.co.nz/ -
Chuchu Bakehouse
Central library, University of Otago , Dunedin facebook.com/chuchubakehouse -
Cielito Lindo Cafe and Taqueria
14 The Concourse, Auckland 09 835 1828 http://facebook.com/Cielito-Lindo-NZ-853602558145417 -
Cinta Malaysian
1 Kohuhu Lane, Massey, Auckland 09 213 2819 cintamalaysianrestaurant.co.nz/ -
Citizen Park
424 New North Rd, Auckland 09 846 4964 https://goodspiritshospitality.co.nz/venues/citizen-park -
Coco's Cantina
376 Karangahape Rd, Auckland 093007582 cocoscantina.co.nz/ -
Coffee Culture
158 Cashel St, Christchurch 03 365 1771 https://coffeeculture.co.nz/stores/the-crossing/ -
Common Ground Eatery
63 Clyde Rd, Auckland 09 963 3628 facebook.com/commongroundeatery/ -
Conch
115A Ponsonby Rd, Auckland 093601999 conch.co.nz/
20 Spring St Tauranga, Tauranga
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.