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The Old Quarter restaurant in Te Aro
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The Old Quarter

The Old Quarter is considered a reliable option for vegans.

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VeganB
VegE
AddressThe Old Quarter 39 Dixon Street, Te Aro, Wellington 6011紐西蘭
CuisineVietnamese
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Per-allergen evidence

Vegan

B
confidence 65%

The Old Quarter is considered a reliable option for vegans. Its menu clearly marks many vegan choices, including bao buns, green curry, dumplings, and summer rolls, typically 5–10 dishes. Staff members are described as knowledgeable about vegan needs. The kitchen is shared with non-vegan items, so cross-contamination with animal products is possible, though this is generally not a concern for ethical vegans. No dedicated vegan equipment or separate preparation area is noted. Confirmation with staff is recommended for those requiring strict separation.

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Vegetarian

E
confidence 35%
Limited information ·what tier E means

Limited information: we researched The Old Quarter across 8 sources but found nothing specific about its Vegetarian options or how the kitchen manages cross-contamination. Treat this as a starting point and call ahead to confirm before relying on it.

Cited references

[1] Aggregator Google Places listing, Google

This Google Places listing contains only placeholder text and no allergen-relevant content.fetched Jun 26, 2026

[2] Aggregator Gluten-Free Menu at The Old Quarter in Wellington, FindMeGlutenFree

Community reviews show GF items marked, but no dedicated kitchen or fryer; multiple reports of staff serving gluten version; disclaimer says not safe for celiac.fetched Jun 26, 2026

[3] Verified blog The Old Quarter - Vietnamese Bao, Vegan Menu in Wellington | Spinach, spinach.guide

The menu clearly marks many vegan options and staff are knowledgeable. No allergen details beyond vegan are provided.fetched Jun 26, 2026

[4] Verified blog The Old Quarter | Home, theoldquarter.co.nz

The venue's own homepage contains only navigation links and PDF references. It provides no dietary or allergen information.fetched Jun 26, 2026

[5] Verified blog How to Use the Article "The" in English, englishstudyonline.org

The English grammar lesson does not pertain to the venue and contains no allergen content.fetched Jun 26, 2026

[6] Verified blog The Old Quarter - Gluten-Free Restaurant in Wellington, atly.com

The directory, which relies on community input, notes some risk of cross-contamination, trained staff, and well-marked gluten-free options. This information is based on community input.fetched Jun 26, 2026

[7] Verified blog Definite Article In Grammar: 10 Rules To Use “The” Correctly, firstenglishgrade.com

The content covers a grammar lesson on the definite article and is unrelated to the venue.fetched Jun 26, 2026

Coeliac · Gluten-free

D
confidence 70%
Not recommended ·what tier D means

Not recommended for celiacs. The kitchen is shared (no dedicated gluten-free area) and there is no separate fryer. Multiple community reviews report being served the gluten-containing version of dishes despite ordering gluten-free, and the venue's disclaimer explicitly states it is not a dedicated gluten-free facility. Staff may be knowledgeable in theory, but the risk of cross-contamination and repeated mistakes is high. Call ahead at your own risk; many reviewers suggest this venue is only suitable for gluten intolerance, not celiac disease.

Honest caveat: Multiple independent reports of staff serving gluten-containing versions to coeliac diners, including repeated incidents.
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Reminder

Always confirm with venue staff before ordering. Tiers and accreditations are guides, not guarantees.

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