Below is a list of the top and leading Vegetarian Restaurants in Christchurch. To help you find the best Vegetarian Restaurants located near you in Christchurch we put together our own list based on this rating points list.
Christchurch’s Best Vegetarian Restaurants:
The top rated Vegetarian Restaurants in Christchurch are:
- Dux Dine – vegetarian-friendly Italian dishes
- The Lotus-Heart Vegetarian Restaurant – delectable Indian specialities
- Welcome Chinese Vegetarian Cafe – North and South China meal favourites
- Water Drop Vegetarian Cafe – home to an Asian fusion menu
- Town Tonic – extensive food menu catering to various dietary requirements
Dux Dine
Dux Dine in Christchurch, New Zealand is located in a classic villa refurbished to provide a lovely space where families and friends can enjoy a serving of delectable vegetarian, vegan, and seafood dishes. Start the dining experience with a serving of the smashed avo on toasted ciabatta or crispy fried tofu. Proceed to salad options which include quinoa salad and the Denyse Saunders salad. Finally, sample their signature dish the spaghettini which is made up of cherry tomatoes, rocket and pangritata with olive oil, chilli and garlic.
Products/Services:
From The Sea & From The Land: To Starts, Pizzas, Mains, Salad
LOCATION:
Address: 28 Riccarton Road, Riccarton, Christchurch 8014
Phone: (433) 481-436
Website: www.duxdine.co.nz
REVIEWS:
“Went here for a team lunch with colleagues and had a good overall experience. All of us enjoyed the meal. There were quite a few vegetarian options on the menu. The ambience within the restaurant was very good and it was well complemented by friendly staff. There were some car parking slots behind this restaurant, so parking wasn’t an issue here.” –Rineet Subramanian
The Lotus-Heart Vegetarian Restaurant
The Lotus-Heart Vegetarian Restaurant promotes healthy eating to the Christchurch community. The local eatery is owned and managed by Sri Chinmoy and utilizes the freshest produce in the region. They use plant-based cheese, plant mylks and fresh ingredients free of artificial flavourings and preservatives. Chipotle burrito bowl, curry dosa, curry of the day, dal, jackfruit carnitas bowl, creole crunch burger, bhajia burger, humming burger, nori wrap, masala dosa, gourmet pizza, momos, polenta fries, pondicherry dosa, zen sticks and uttapam are just some of their mouth-watering food selections.
Products/Services:
Antipasto Platter, Zen Sticks, Chipotle Burrito Bowl, Curry Dosa, Dal, Bhajia Burger, Humming Burger, Creole Crunch Burger, Jackfruit Carnitas Bowl, Masala Dosa, Nori Wrap, Pizza, Polenta Fries, Uttapam
LOCATION:
Address: 363 Saint Asaph Street, Christchurch Central City, Christchurch 8011
Phone: (433) 772-727
Website: www.thelotusheart.co.nz
REVIEWS:
“If you like delicious vegetarian food, then this restaurant is a good place for you to visit. If you like an alternative or spiritual food, then this restaurant is really your best choice. I also know that this place may not be suitable for everyone (until they realize that the enjoyment of coming here touches the soul more than they thought). I like this place very much. It has a lovely atmosphere, lovely staff, and delicious food.” –Alexey Dudkov
Welcome Chinese Vegetarian Cafe
Welcome Chinese Vegetarian Cafe promises a guilt-free dining experience to health-conscious individuals residing in Christchurch, New Zealand. The restaurant serves vegan and vegetarian meals which can be further customized to be garlic, shallot, chive, leek, and onion-free. All dishes are prepared without the use of artificial flavourings to harness the natural relish in every ingredient. Entrees boast Northern China and Southern China treats while the main dishes amount to 40 and the soup section comes in 10 different options. They also service winter and chef specials.
Products/Services:
Vegetarian Kebabs, Sticky Rice With Seaweed, Crispy Tofu, Daikon Rice Delight, Tomyum Mushroom Soup, Wonton Veggy Soup, Beijing Stewed Roast, Braised Stewed Roast Withbean Sprout, Muar Spicy Tofu, Hotplate Black Pepper Delight
LOCATION:
Address: 2 Wharenui Road, Riccarton, Christchurch 8041
Phone: (433) 482-630
Website: www.welcomecafe.co.nz
REVIEWS:
“We are not vegetarian, but would be more than happy to come back here again. some really tasty options that were great value for money. The bustling cheerful manager was a joy to talk to.” –Darryn Johnston
Water Drop Vegetarian Cafe
Water Drop Vegetarian Cafe’s menu includes rice, noodles, soup, and set meals. The local vegetarian eatery is stationed at the busy Christchurch neighbourhood providing mouth-watering selections to its vegetarian and vegan patrons. Here, classic Chinese meals and Asian fusion dishes are served like the pan-fried dumplings, laksa, and pepper salt tofu. The set lunch section offers the vegetarian grill with teriyaki sauce, daily special, vegetarian black pepper grill, vegetarian fillet, and the vegetarian grill with plum sauce all served with rice, black sesame and a special homemade sauce.
Products/Services:
Set Lunch, Rice, Noodles, Soup, Meals
LOCATION:
Address: 2 Harakeke Street, Riccarton, Christchurch 8011
Phone: (433) 416-294
Website: www.waterdrop.fgs.org.nz
REVIEWS:
“The best Taiwanese style vegetarian/vegan cafe/restaurant you can find in Christchurch.
Good atmosphere, fantastic food, and some beautiful art.” –Gearlex
Town Tonic
Town Tonic serves delicious meals and dishes derived from the finest seasonal ingredients in the Canterbury region of New Zealand. The vegetarian restaurant has a skilled kitchen team preparing sumptuous meals daily from scratch. Their appetizer menu is cleverly named ‘to start’ and offers the falafel and the Wairiri buffalo burrata. The falafel has coconut tzatziki, beetroot gel, rainbow chard, and minted peas while the Wairiri buffalo burrata contains pumpkin broth, honey pumpkin, toasted pumpkin seeds, paprika herb oil and buffalo burrata. Meanwhile, the mains section has the textures of cauliflower, mushroom mezzelune, and jackfruit barigoule.
Products/Services:
To Start, Mains, On The Side, To Finish
LOCATION:
Address: 335 Lincoln Road, Addington, Christchurch 8024
Phone: (433) 381-150
Website: www.towntonic.com
REVIEWS:
“Modern comfortable eatery with menu options to suit a range of dietary needs. My friend and I enjoyed the atmosphere, the food and the friendly unobtrusive service. Vegetarian and vegan menu options are cheaper than dishes with meat. Keen to return.” –Susan Marie Smith