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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Mudbrick Winery
126 Church Bay Rd, Oneroa, New Zealand 09 372 9050 mudbrick.co.nz/ -
Mudita Bakery
56-60 Hurstmere Rd, Takapuna, Auckland 021 259 9029 https://muditacakes.co.nz/ -
Mulan
243 Hinemoa St, Auckland 09 480 2806 mulan.co.nz/ -
Mumbai Chaat – Blockhouse Bay
71 Taylor St, Blockhouse Bay, Auckland 09 820 9393 http://mumbaichaat.co.nz/ -
Mumbaiwala
252 Ponsonby Rd, Auckland 092134152 mumbaiwala.co.nz/ -
Mumbaiwala - Christchurch
120 Hereford St, Christchurch 03 943 9536 http://mumbaiwala.co.nz/ -
Munch
62 Broadway Ave, Palmerston North 06 356 5237 facebook.com/Munchpalmy/ -
My Rasoi
6 Devon Street West, New Plymouth 06 757 5787 https://myrasoi.booknorder.co.nz/ -
Nam Nam Harbour Eats
7 Queen St, Auckland namnam.nz/ -
Namaste Indian
14 Moore St, Howick, Auckland 09 537 0778 https://namasteirbaec.co.nz -
Namh
322 Wakefield Quay, Nelson 03 548 7776 nahm.co.nz/ -
Nanam Eatery
178 Hurstmere Rd, Takapuna, Auckland 09 488 9976 https://nanam.co.nz/
126 Church Bay Rd, Oneroa, New Zealand
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.