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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Gorilla Kitchen - Civic
W9/31 Wellesley St West, Auckland 093929190 gorillakitchen.nz/ -
Gorilla Kitchen - K Rd
146B Karangahape Rd, Auckland 093929190 gorillakitchen.nz/ -
Gorilla Kitchen - Symonds St
159 Symonds St, Auckland 0220606763 gorillakitchen.nz/ -
Grater Goods
105 Orbell St, Sydenham, Christchurch 027 289 9295 https://gratergoods.co.nz/ -
Gratitude Eatery
7 Prince Ave, Tauranga 07 572 3708 facebook.com/gratitudeeatery/ -
Gre3n Superfood & Juice Bar - Ferrymead
987 Ferry Rd, Christchurch 03 432 8991 https://gre3njuicebar.co.nz/ -
Gre3n Superfood & Juice Bar - Little High
181 High St, Christchurch, Christchurch 03 421 6265 https://gre3njuicebar.co.nz/ -
Gre3n Superfood & Juice Bar - Sydenham
363 Colombo St, Sydenham, Christchurch 027 601 6251 https://gre3njuicebar.co.nz/ -
Great Spice
4 Golden Sands Dr, Papamoa, Tauranga 07 542 4666 https://greatspice.co.nz/ -
Green Bamboo
126 Hardy St, Nelson 03 546 9858 greenbamboo.co.nz/ -
Grid Coffee Roasters
172 Eglinton Rd, Dunedin 03 453 5272 https://gridcoffee.co.nz/ -
Grindz Cafe
50 First Avenue, Tauranga
W9/31 Wellesley St West, 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.