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Best vegetarian restaurants in Auckland

25 venues in Auckland rated S to B for vegetarian, every tier backed by cited sources.

01
Gorilla Kitchen - 100% Vegan Plant Based Eatery restaurant, photo: Gorilla Kitchen - 100% Vegan Plant Based Eatery

Gorilla Kitchen - 100% Vegan Plant Based Eatery

Auckland CBD · Vegan · Vegetarian · €⁠€
VegA+
GF·CoeliacC
VeganA
HalalE
KetoE

A 100% vegan kitchen means every dish is automatically vegetarian. The venue's own website and multiple third-party sources confirm it is fully plant-based, so vegetarian safety is inherent.

Honest caveat, No dedicated vegetarian certification is mentioned in the sources.
Mon8am to 3pm
Tue8am to 3pm
Wed8am to 3pm
Thu8am to 3pm
Fri8am to 3pm
Sat9am to 3pm
Sun9am to 3pm
EvidenceOpen evidence file
02
Saravanaa Bhavan restaurant, photo: Abbi Pritchard Jones

Saravanaa Bhavan

CBD · Vegetarian · Indian · €⁠€
VegA+
GF·CoeliacC
VeganC
DairyC

Saravanaa Bhavan operates a kitchen that is structurally 100% meat-free; no meat is served on the premises. Multiple independent sources confirm this is a pure vegetarian restaurant. HappyCow categorises it as 'Vegetarian', one reviewer notes 'It's a pure vegetarian restaurant', and the official website describes it as 'one of the largest vegetarian restaurant chains in the world … offering south Indian Vegetarian cuisine.' Cross-contamination from meat is structurally impossible.

Mon9:00 AM to 10:00 PM
Tue9:00 AM to 10:00 PM
Wed9:00 AM to 10:00 PM
Thu9:00 AM to 10:00 PM
Fri9:00 AM to 10:30 PM
Sat9:00 AM to 10:30 PM
Sun9:00 AM to 10:00 PM
EvidenceOpen evidence file
03
Lulu's Neighbourhood Bowls restaurant, photo: Fernanda richard

Lulu's Neighbourhood Bowls

Grey Lynn · Vegan · Vegetarian · €⁠€
VegA+
GF·CoeliacE
VeganA+
NutD
DairyA+
EggA+
ShellA+

The menu is entirely plant-based. The kitchen uses no meat, fish, or animal by-products, so all dishes are suitable for vegetarians.

MonClosed
Tue9:00 AM to 3:00 PM
Wed9:00 AM to 3:00 PM
Thu9:00 AM to 3:00 PM
Fri9:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Sat9:00 AM to 3:00 PM
Sun9:00 AM to 3:00 PM
EvidenceOpen evidence file
04
Conscious Eats restaurant, photo: Conscious Eats

Conscious Eats

Auckland CBD · Fast food · €⁠€
VegA+
VeganA+

All menu items are vegan. Since vegan is a subset of vegetarian, the kitchen is fully vegetarian as well.

Mon10:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Tue10:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Wed10:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Thu10:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Fri10:00 AM to 5:00 PM
SatClosed
SunClosed
EvidenceOpen evidence file
05
East Restaurant restaurant, photo: East Restaurant

East Restaurant

Auckland CBD · · €⁠€
VegA+
GF·CoeliacB
VeganB
NutB
DairyB
EggB
PescA+

East Restaurant is a 100% vegetarian venue. No meat or fish appears anywhere on the menu. Every dish carries either a V (vegetarian) or VG (vegan) code, making the kitchen structurally impossible to cross-contaminate with meat. The venue describes itself as presenting 'an innovative and flavourful vegetarian menu designed to share.'

Mon12:00 to 3:00 PM, 5:00 to 10:00 PM
Tue12:00 to 3:00 PM, 5:00 to 10:00 PM
Wed12:00 to 3:00 PM, 5:00 to 10:00 PM
Thu12:00 to 3:00 PM, 5:00 to 10:00 PM
Fri12:00 to 3:00 PM, 5:00 to 10:00 PM
Sat12:00 to 3:00 PM, 5:00 to 10:00 PM
Sun12:00 to 3:00 PM, 5:00 to 10:00 PM
EvidenceOpen evidence file
06
Khu Khu CBD restaurant, photo: Khu Khu CBD

Khu Khu CBD

CBD · Thai · Vegan · €⁠€
VegA
GF·CoeliacE
VeganA
NutC
DairyA
EggA
SoyC

The restaurant is 100% vegan. That makes every dish automatically vegetarian. Since the kitchen uses no animal products, vegetarian diners can eat anything on the menu without concern.

Mon12:00 to 2:00 PM, 5:00 to 9:00 PM
Tue12:00 to 2:00 PM, 5:00 to 9:00 PM
Wed12:00 to 2:00 PM, 5:00 to 9:00 PM
Thu12:00 to 2:00 PM, 5:00 to 9:00 PM
Fri12:00 to 2:00 PM, 5:00 to 9:00 PM
Sat12:00 to 2:00 PM, 5:00 to 9:00 PM
Sun5:00 to 9:21 PM
EvidenceOpen evidence file
07
Sunflower Thai Vegan Restaurant restaurant, photo: Kenichi Miyamoto

Sunflower Thai Vegan Restaurant

Auckland CBD · Vegan · Thai · €⁠€
VegA
GF·CoeliacB
VeganA
NutC
DairyA
EggA
SoyC
ShellA
FODMAPE

The restaurant is 100% vegan, a subset of vegetarian, so all dishes are suitable for vegetarians. The kitchen uses no animal products.

Mon12:00 to 3:00 PM, 5:00 to 9:00 PM
Tue12:00 to 3:00 PM, 5:00 to 9:00 PM
Wed12:00 to 3:00 PM, 5:00 to 9:00 PM
Thu12:00 to 3:00 PM, 5:00 to 9:00 PM
Fri12:00 to 3:00 PM, 5:00 to 9:00 PM
Sat12:00 to 3:00 PM, 5:00 to 9:00 PM
SunClosed
EvidenceOpen evidence file
08
Forest restaurant, photo: Forest

Forest

Mount Eden · · €⁠€
VegA
GF·CoeliacE
VeganB

Forest is a fully vegetarian restaurant. Its menu is seasonal and driven by produce. The kitchen is entirely vegetarian, which means every dish is suitable for vegetarians. No cross-contamination risk exists for vegetarian ingredients.

MonClosed
TueClosed
WedClosed
Thu5:00 to 10:00 PM
Fri5:00 to 10:00 PM
Sat5:00 to 10:00 PM
SunClosed
EvidenceOpen evidence file
09
Revive Vegan Cafe restaurant, photo: Revive Vegan Cafe

Revive Vegan Cafe

Auckland CBD · Vegan · Vegetarian · €
VegA
GF·CoeliacD
VeganA

The kitchen at this dedicated vegan cafe uses no meat, fish, or animal by-products. All food is therefore vegetarian and structurally safe for vegetarian diets.

Mon10:30 AM to 4:00 PM
Tue10:30 AM to 4:00 PM
Wed10:30 AM to 4:00 PM
Thu10:30 AM to 4:00 PM
Fri10:30 AM to 4:00 PM
SatClosed
SunClosed
EvidenceOpen evidence file
10
Bali Nights restaurant, photo: Bali Nights

Bali Nights

Grey Lynn ·
VegA
VeganA

Bali Nights serves authentic Balinese-Indonesian food with several vegetarian options clearly listed on the menu. HappyCow reviews from vegetarians praise the variety, portion sizes, and authentic flavours. The kitchen uses tofu, tempe, and vegetables extensively, making meat-free ordering straightforward. Shared kitchen with meat dishes.

Mon5pm to 9pm
Tue12pm to 2pm, 5pm to 9pm
Wed12pm to 2pm, 5pm to 9pm
Thu12pm to 2pm, 5pm to 9pm
Fri12pm to 10pm
Sat12pm to 10pm
Sun12pm to 10pm
EvidenceOpen evidence file
11
Alla Prossima restaurant, photo: Alla Prossima

Alla Prossima

Auckland CBD · Italian · €⁠€
VegB
GF·CoeliacC
VeganB

The official menu marks vegetarian dishes with the code (v). Those dishes are La Focaccia, Cannelloni di Magro al Forno, Sourdough Toast with Truffle Mushroom, Pancakes, Insalata Verde, Patatine al Profumo di Tartufo, Arancino Montanaro, and Tomino al Forno. The kitchen is shared. Meat and seafood dishes appear throughout the menu. No dedicated prep area is evidenced.

Mon7:00 to 11:00 AM, 4:00 to 10:00 PM
Tue7:00 to 11:00 AM, 4:00 to 10:00 PM
Wed7:00 to 11:00 AM, 4:00 to 10:00 PM
Thu7:00 AM to 10:00 PM
Fri7:00 AM to 10:00 PM
Sat7:00 AM to 10:00 PM
Sun7:00 AM to 10:00 PM
EvidenceOpen evidence file
12
Little Bird Kitchen restaurant, photo: Little Bird Kitchen

Little Bird Kitchen

Ponsonby · Cafe · Vegan · €⁠€
VegB
GF·CoeliacA
VeganB
DairyB

The cafe is plant-based, with no meat or fish on the menu. Multiple sources consistently describe it as vegan or near-vegan, which makes the venue structurally vegetarian throughout. Community reviews note both vegan and vegetarian options. The only item that would concern strict vegetarians who avoid bee-derived products is bee pollen in some smoothies, noted by one HappyCow reviewer.

Mon8:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Tue8:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Wed8:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Thu8:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Fri8:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Sat8:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Sun8:00 AM to 4:00 PM
EvidenceOpen evidence file
13
Mezze Bar restaurant, photo: Mezze Bar

Mezze Bar

Auckland CBD · Cafe · Mediterranean · €⁠€
VegB
GF·CoeliacB
VeganB
DairyC

A separate vegetarian menu is available on request, confirmed by multiple HappyCow reviewers and the official website's 'Vegetarian & Vegan' sub-menu page. The venue is non-vegetarian and operates a shared kitchen. Reviewers note a broad selection of vegetarian dishes beyond token offerings.

Mon7:00 AM to 10:00 PM
Tue7:00 AM to 10:30 PM
Wed7:00 AM to 10:30 PM
Thu7:00 AM to 11:00 PM
Fri7:00 AM to 11:30 PM
Sat10:00 AM to 11:30 PM
Sun10:00 AM to 10:00 PM
EvidenceOpen evidence file
14
Napoli Contemporanea restaurant, photo: Joaquin Frutos

Napoli Contemporanea

Parnell · Italian · €⁠€
VegB
GF·CoeliacA
VeganC
DairyC

Vegetarian options are denoted on the menu (lacto/ovo). The Italian pizzeria has vegetarian pizzas and pasta available; one coeliac reviewer also explicitly mentions "Vegetarian options" as a venue feature.

Mon4:00 to 9:30 PM
TueClosed
Wed11:00 AM to 9:30 PM
Thu11:00 AM to 9:30 PM
Fri11:00 AM to 9:30 PM
Sat11:00 AM to 9:30 PM
Sun11:00 AM to 9:30 PM
EvidenceOpen evidence file
15
The Garden Shed restaurant, photo: The Garden Shed

The Garden Shed

Mount Eden · · €⁠€
VegB
GF·CoeliacB
VeganB
DairyB

Menu items marked 'V' or 'VA' indicate vegetarian dishes or vegetarian availability. Vegetarian options span all menus. The kitchen is shared, with no dedicated preparation area mentioned.

Mon11:00 AM to 9:30 PM
Tue11:00 AM to 9:30 PM
Wed11:00 AM to 9:30 PM
Thu11:00 AM to 9:30 PM
Fri11:00 AM to 10:00 PM
Sat9:00 AM to 10:00 PM
Sun9:00 AM to 9:30 PM
EvidenceOpen evidence file
16
The Proper Pizza Company restaurant, photo: Sam Aberman

The Proper Pizza Company

Auckland CBD · Pizza · Vegan · €⁠€
VegB
GF·CoeliacC
VeganB
DairyC

Vegetarian pizzas are a dedicated category on the menu (e.g. Garden Love, Margherita). No marking for individual allergens, but vegetarian options are clearly listed. Shared kitchen.

Mon11:00 AM to 12:00 AM
Tue11:00 AM to 12:00 AM
Wed11:00 AM to 12:00 AM
Thu11:00 AM to 1:00 AM
Fri11:00 AM to 2:00 AM
Sat11:00 AM to 2:00 AM
Sun11:00 AM to 12:00 AM
EvidenceOpen evidence file
17
Remedy Coffee restaurant, photo: Remedy Coffee

Remedy Coffee

Auckland CBD · Brunch · Vegan · €
VegB
GF·CoeliacE
VeganB
DairyB

Remedy Coffee's menu is clearly labelled and includes vegetarian options such as toast, bagels, smashed edamame toast, a hummus sandwich, quinoa porridge, and an acai bowl. No dedicated kitchen or equipment is noted, but the labelling and range of dishes make it reliable for vegetarians.

Mon6:30 AM to 2:30 PM
Tue6:30 AM to 2:30 PM
Wed6:30 AM to 2:30 PM
Thu6:30 AM to 2:30 PM
Fri6:30 AM to 2:30 PM
Sat8:00 AM to 2:00 PM
Sun8:00 AM to 2:00 PM
EvidenceOpen evidence file
18
Trivet restaurant, photo: Trivet

Trivet

Auckland CBD · · €⁠€
VegB
GF·CoeliacB
VeganB
DairyB

Menu items are marked with vegetarian options according to a third-party listing. Cross-contamination is possible in the shared kitchen; no information exists on dedicated equipment or staff training.

Mon6:30 to 10:30 AM, 12:00 to 3:00 PM, 5:00 to 9:00 PM
Tue6:30 to 10:30 AM, 12:00 to 3:00 PM, 5:00 to 9:00 PM
Wed6:30 to 10:30 AM, 12:00 to 3:00 PM, 5:00 to 9:00 PM
Thu6:30 to 10:30 AM, 12:00 to 3:00 PM, 5:00 to 9:00 PM
Fri6:30 to 10:30 AM, 12:00 to 3:00 PM, 5:00 to 9:00 PM
Sat6:30 to 10:30 AM, 12:00 to 3:00 PM, 5:00 to 9:00 PM
Sun6:30 to 10:30 AM, 12:00 to 3:00 PM, 5:00 to 9:00 PM
EvidenceOpen evidence file
19
BurgerFuel Customs Street restaurant, photo: Kero Chan

BurgerFuel Customs Street

Auckland CBD · · €⁠€
VegB
GF·CoeliacB
VeganB

The venue's own marketing and a third-party directory both mention vegetarian burger options, including a 'pure vege' patty. The menu marks vegetarian dishes clearly, and staff are noted as knowledgeable. The kitchen is shared with meat dishes, so cross-contact risk exists for those with strict dietary needs.

Mon10:00 AM to 10:00 PM
Tue10:00 AM to 10:00 PM
Wed10:00 AM to 10:00 PM
Thu10:00 AM to 10:00 PM
Fri10:00 AM to 11:00 PM
Sat11:00 AM to 11:00 PM
Sun11:00 AM to 10:00 PM
EvidenceOpen evidence file
20
BurgerFuel Queen Street restaurant, photo: SAKI INOUE

BurgerFuel Queen Street

Auckland CBD · Burgers · Vegan · €⁠€
VegB
GF·CoeliacC
VeganB

The Plant-Powered range explicitly covers vegetarian options alongside vegan items, and independent listings confirm vegetarian options are on the menu. Kitchen space is shared with meat products, and no dedicated vegetarian preparation area is noted.

Mon8:00 AM to 12:00 AM
Tue8:00 AM to 12:00 AM
Wed8:00 AM to 12:00 AM
Thu8:00 AM to 12:00 AM
Fri8:00 AM to 2:00 AM
Sat9:00 AM to 2:00 AM
Sun9:00 AM to 12:00 AM
EvidenceOpen evidence file
21
Dumpling House restaurant, photo: Dumpling House

Dumpling House

Auckland CBD · Dumpling · €⁠€
VegB
GF·CoeliacB
VeganB
DairyB
SugarB

The official menu marks a 'Vegetarian Fried Noodle' with (V) codes, and the menu footer states '(V) Vegetarian'. There is no dedicated vegetarian kitchen or fryer, so shared preparation is assumed. No independent sources confirm vegetarian safety.

Mon11:30 AM to 11:00 PM
Tue11:30 AM to 10:00 PM
Wed11:30 AM to 11:00 PM
Thu11:30 AM to 11:00 PM
Fri11:30 AM to 11:30 PM
Sat11:30 AM to 11:30 PM
Sun11:30 AM to 11:00 PM
EvidenceOpen evidence file
22
Ember Restaurant restaurant, photo: Lisa.Garreth Collard

Ember Restaurant

Auckland CBD · · €⁠€
VegB
GF·CoeliacB
VeganB
DairyB

Ember is listed on First Table and Nova Circle as offering vegetarian options. The menu includes vegetarian choices. Staff are described as knowledgeable about allergens. However, there is no dedicated vegetarian kitchen or marked menu. The available information is limited to these listings.

Mon12:00 to 9:00 PM
Tue12:00 to 9:00 PM
Wed12:00 to 9:00 PM
Thu12:00 to 9:00 PM
Fri12:00 to 9:00 PM
Sat12:00 to 9:00 PM
Sun12:00 to 9:00 PM
EvidenceOpen evidence file
23
Hello Beasty restaurant, photo: Marek Seckar

Hello Beasty

Auckland CBD · · €⁠€
VegB
GF·CoeliacB

The venue offers a dedicated 'AUTUMN MENU VEG + GF' PDF, indicating a vegetarian menu is available. However, the main menu is described as 'designed for sharing' and inspired by cuisines that typically use meat and fish. No dedicated fryer, separate prep area, or staff training for vegetarian safety is noted. The VEG menu is a separate PDF, but the kitchen is shared, so cross-contamination risk is present.

Mon12:00 to 10:00 PM
Tue12:00 to 10:00 PM
Wed12:00 to 10:00 PM
Thu12:00 to 10:00 PM
Fri12:00 to 10:00 PM
Sat12:00 to 10:00 PM
Sun12:00 to 10:00 PM
EvidenceOpen evidence file
24
HNT Kitchen restaurant, photo: HNT Kitchen

HNT Kitchen

Auckland CBD · Fast food · €⁠€
VegB
GF·CoeliacA+
VeganB
NutC
DairyB
EggC
SoyC
ShellE
HalalE
KosherE
FODMAPE
SugarE
PescE
KetoB

Vegetarian options are available at HNT Kitchen, with several menu items such as salads, bowls, and sides that are suitable. The owner states the restaurant can accommodate vegetarian diets. No dedicated vegetarian kitchen or equipment is described. Cross-contamination with meat is possible in the shared kitchen.

Mon11:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Tue11:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Wed11:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Thu11:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Fri11:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Sat11:00 AM to 3:00 PM
Sun11:00 AM to 3:00 PM
EvidenceOpen evidence file
25
Mr Tanaka's restaurant, photo: Mr Tanaka's

Mr Tanaka's

Ellerslie · Japanese · €⁠€
VegB
GF·CoeliacB
VeganB
DairyE

According to TripAdvisor listings and the venue's website, vegetarian options are available, and Japanese cuisine naturally includes many vegetable-based dishes. The venue describes no specific kitchen practices or menu markings for vegetarian cross-contact.

Mon11:30 AM to 8:30 PM
Tue11:30 AM to 8:30 PM
Wed11:30 AM to 8:30 PM
Thu11:30 AM to 10:00 PM
Fri11:30 AM to 10:00 PM
Sat11:30 AM to 10:00 PM
Sun11:30 AM to 8:30 PM
EvidenceOpen evidence file