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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Wu and You
399 Mount Eden Rd, Auckland 09 630 3828 wuandyou.co.nz/ -
Xotic Sweets and Snacks
245 Mt Albert Rd, Auckland 09 620 5786 -
Yeda Restaurant
78 Broadway Ave, Palmerston North 06 358 3978 yeda.co.nz/ -
You Hanoi Me
https://www.youhanoime.co.nz/ 03 365 0862 youhanoime.co.nz/ -
Yours
43 Moray Place, Dunedin 021 075 1407 https://possibilities.industries/yours/ -
Zaffron
147 Colombo St, Beckenham, Christchurch 03 332 4799 https://zaffron.co.nz/ -
Zambrero - Mt Wellington
200 Mt Wellington Hwy, Auckland 095273497 zambrero.co.nz/ -
Zambrero - Oteha Valley
252 Oteha Valley Rd, Auckland 094481188 zambrero.co.nz/ -
Zealong Tea Estate
495 Gordonton Rd, Gordonton, Hamilton 07 853 3018 https://zealong.com/camellia-restaurant/ -
Zeek's
168 Cashel St, Christchurch 027 239 7504 zeeks.co.nz/ -
Zen Sushi & Dumplings
The Arts Centre, Registry Building, 301 Montreal St, CBD, Christchurch 03 377 6888 zensushidumplings.com/ -
Zephyr Wainui
4 Oneroa Rd, Gisborne 021 040 8312 zephyrwainui.co.nz/
399 Mount Eden 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.