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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Curry Palace
366 Great South Rd, Papatoetoe, Auckland 09 277 7761 https://currypalace.co.nz/ -
D Bar
390 Fenton Street, Rotorua 07 349 5200 distinctionhotels.co.nz/hotel-rotorua/rotorua-restaurants/d-bar -
Dear Friends Cafe
132 Kitchener Rd, Milford, Auckland 021 885 361 facebook.com/dearfriendsmilford -
Dear Jervois
234 Jervois Rd, Herne Bay, Auckland 09 376 7278 dearjervois.net/ -
Delhi Hut
3/4 Pererika Street, Rotorua 07 347 1894 facebook.com/huttdelhi -
Deluxe Diner
36 Leach Street, New Plymouth 06 757 5300 deluxediner.co.nz/ -
Deluxe Expresso Bar
10 Kent Tce, Wellington (04) 801 5455 -
Dhara's Chai House
224 Trafalgar Street, Nelson 020 451 1100 facebook.com/people/Dharas-Chai-House/100088902333996/ -
Dice & Slice
5/181 High St, Christchurch 03 925 9786 diceandslice.co.nz/ -
Domain Ayr Cafe (formerly Kokako Cafe)
492 Parnell Rd, Parnell, Auckland (09) 379 2868 -
Dosa Corner
57 Lorne St, Auckland https://dosacorner.co.nz/ -
Dosa etc.
10 Hanover St, Dunedin 03 470 1721 facebook.com/dosaetc
366 Great South Rd, Papatoetoe, 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.