Best Vegan Food in Wellington (2026)

Wellington's vegan food scene is genuinely strong — not just token options, but restaurants where plant-based cooking is the actual point. These are the best.

20 places

September Vegan Food

4.9(249)

restaurant · Te Aro

September Vegan is a vegetarian/vegan restaurant located behind bus stop 108 Manners Street in Te Aro, Wellington, offering a variety of vegan Asian dishes.

100% vegan asian cuisine

249 reviews

Nolita

4.4(1,426)

italian restaurant · Te Aro

Nolita is New Zealand's first plant-based pizza & pastaria on Wellington's buzzing Cuba St. We do things a little differently with 48 hour fermented sourdough, house-made cheese, pasta & flatbreads.

artisan pasta house-made cheese italian cuisine

1,118 reviews

Krishna Food Kelburn

4.6(68)

vegan restaurant · 21 Kelburn Parade

Krishna Food provides affordable plant-based food and a delectable variety that always leaves you satisfied.

affordable comfort food cosy atmosphere

56 reviews

The Botanist

4.3(2,699)

vegetarian restaurant · Lyall Bay

The Botanist brings the best in mouthwatering plant based cuisine to the south coast of Wellington. We use seasonal produce with local ingredients, fresh from the garden to your plate.

botanical cocktails craft beer flavourful dishes

2,058 reviews

Belén Plant Bakery

4.9(389)

bakery · Wellington Central

Belén Plant Bakery offers an ever-changing menu of 100% plant-based delights, featuring both classic favourites and innovative flavours.

artisan pastries gluten-free options plant-based bakery

389 reviews

Aunty Mena's Vegetarian Restaurant & Cafe

4.6(1,421)

vegetarian restaurant · Te Aro

Aunty Mena's Vegetarian Restaurant & Cafe offers all vegetarian and vegan foods in a welcoming environment.

asian cuisine vegan vegetarian

1,200 reviews

Neo Cafe & Eatery

4.7(1,958)

cafe · Te Aro

Bright, laid-back hangout offering a seasonal menu, all-day brunch & veggie options.

all day brunch cafe cafe, contemporary

1,958 reviews

Rock Yard Restaurant

4.6(1,613)

vietnamese restaurant · Te Aro

Welcome to Rock Yard Restaurant, where Vietnamese culture meets culinary delight in Wellington. Our passion is to share the authentic tastes and traditions of our homeland with you, in a warm and inviting atmosphere that feels like a home away from home.

aromatic dishes asian, vietnamese balance of flavours

1,405 reviews

Pranah Cafe

4.7(266)

cafe · Newtown

Reviewers consistently praise the friendly service, delicious vegan options, and great brunch offerings.

266 reviews

The Leafy Stop

5.0(158)

cafe · Kilbirnie

At The Leafy Stop, we believe a pause is essential. We have created a space that feels like an extension of your front room, serving nourishing meals made with whole, plant-based ingredients.

gluten-free healthy lunch nourishing meals

158 reviews

Creamy & Crunchy

5.0(54)

cafe · Te Aro

Reviewers consistently praise the delicious vegan options and the friendly service, making it a must-visit spot.

54 reviews

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Hillside Kitchen

4.8(844)

restaurant · Thorndon

Our menus are written based on what’s in season, what we are growing in our garden or what we have foraged. We focus on making delicious meatless and vegetarian dishes.

modern kiwi food new zealand made drinks new zealand, healthy

804 reviews

The Old Quarter

4.7(2,609)

vietnamese restaurant · Te Aro

Modern Vietnamese Resturant

asian, fusion bold flavours modern vietnamese

2,315 reviews

Pho Viet Street Food

4.6(2,380)

vietnamese restaurant · Te Aro

Pho Viet Street Food offers Vietnamese pho house and street food made the traditional way with love and time, focusing on authentic taste and customer experience.

authentic vietnamese cuisine hand-crafted dishes vietnamese street food

2,113 reviews

$$$

Dragonfly

4.6(1,818)

restaurant · Te Aro

Restaurant & bar serving Asian dishes & cocktails in a stylish, intimate space with a courtyard.

asian fusion cocktail bar contemporary dining

1,623 reviews

$$ - $$$

Damascus

4.7(907)

middle eastern restaurant · Te Aro

Damascus is a small Middle Eastern restaurant located in Te Aro, Wellington, known for its intimate dining experience and quick bookings.

bbq lamb fresh salads halal

872 reviews

$$ - $$$

Kisa

4.7(894)

restaurant · Te Aro

Kisa serves Middle Eastern inspired-cuisine, centred on Turkish flavours. Bold dishes, designed for sharing, featuring house-baked pita and a charcoal grill.

bold dishes charcoal grill house-baked pita

894 reviews

$$ - $$$

HIDEOUT

4.4(529)

asian fusion restaurant · Te Aro

Welcome to Hideout - an Asian Fusion Restaurant. Designed for sharing, our carefully curated menu will push you to experiment with new flavours, whilst also offering options for those with more timid palates.

asian asian fusion cocktail bar

529 reviews

August Eatery

4.7(386)

restaurant · Te Aro

Like its namesake, August Eatery strives to produce magnificence and strength through food, combining tradition and modernity through the fresh fusion of Mediterranean food.

artisan breakfast brunch mediterranean fusion

386 reviews

Margot

4.9(116)

restaurant · entrance via Wilson Street

Margot is a restaurant focused on seasonal produce, offering a menu that changes often to highlight the best ingredients available.

artisan fine dining new zealand cuisine

116 reviews