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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Burger Wisconsin
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Burgernaut
597 New North Rd, Auckland 09 215 9074 urbanautbeer.com/pages/burgernaut -
C1 Espresso
185 High St, Christchurch Central, Christchurch c1espresso.co.nz/ -
Cafe Hanoi
Excelsior Building, Britomart, Auckland 093023478 http://cafehanoi.co.nz/ -
Cafe Lincoln
151 Lincoln Rd, Henderson, Auckland 09 835 1689 cafelincoln.co.nz/ -
Cafe Mimosa
460 Lake Road, Takapuna, Auckland 09 486 2020 facebook.com/mimosaloves/ -
California Burrito
Shop J/652 Great South Rd, Manukau, Auckland 09 263 5666 https://californiaburritoonline.co.nz/ -
Calimero - Devonport
163 Victoria Rd, Devonport, Auckland 09 445 2232 https://order.calimero.co.nz/ -
Calimero - Ponsonby
113 Ponsonby Rd, Auckland 09 218 7481 https://order.calimero.co.nz/ -
Calimero - St Heliers
59 Long Drive, Kohimarama, Auckland 09 575 7787 https://order.calimero.co.nz/ -
Carey's Bay Historic Hotel
17 Macandrew Rd, Careys Bay, Dunedin 03 472 8022 careysbayhotel.co.nz/ -
Caribe Latin Kitchen
255 Saint Asaph St, Christchurch 021 084 83158 caribelatinkitchen.com/
597 New North 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.