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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Aroy Thai Eatery
13 Commerce St, Auckland 093797758 https://aroy.co.nz/ -
Arranged Marriage
32B The Square, Palmerston North 06 351 6300 arrangedmarriage.co.nz/ -
Arranged Marriage - Palmerston North
77 Devon Street East, New Plymouth 06 215 4488 arrangedmarriage.co.nz/ -
Artisan Cafe
1149 Tutanekai Street, Bay of Plenty, Rotorua 07 348 0057 facebook.com/artisanrotorua/ -
Atticus Finch
1106 Tutanekai Street, Rotorua 07 460 0400 https://atticusfinch.co.nz/ -
Auckland Bagel Club
234A Ponsonby Rd, Auckland 092130831 -
Aunty Mena's Vegetarian Café
167 Cuba St, City, Wellington 04 382 8288 -
Awhi Community Centre
47 The Square, Palmerston North 020 4100 2055 facebook.com/people/Awhi-Community-Cafe/61552679452764/?mibextid=ZbWKwL -
Bach on Breakwater
Oceanview Parade, New Plymouth 06 769 6967 bachonbreakwater.co.nz/ -
Bacon Brothers
181 High St, Christchurch 021 287 4375 https://baconbrothers.co.nz/ -
Bagel Love
141 Wellesley St West, Auckland 093793764 bagellove.co.nz/ -
Baiwal G Pure Vegetarian Restaurant
1229 Tutanekai Street, Rotorua 07 347 7111 facebook.com/bailwalg/
13 Commerce 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.