Best Vegetarian Restaurants in Wellington (2026)

These are Wellington's best spots for vegetarian food — places where the menu isn't an afterthought and you won't leave hungry.

20 places

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

Higher Taste Hare Krishna

4.4(742)

vegetarian restaurant · Te Aro

Higher Taste Hare Krishna Restaurant is known for its delicious vegetarian food, prepared with love and devotion, offering a unique dining experience in Wellington.

authentic indian dining indian vegetarian cuisine indian vegetarian food

731 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

$$$$

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

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

Everybody Eats Wellington

4.8(176)

restaurant · Te Aro

Everybody Eats is an innovative, charitable restaurant, transforming rescued ingredients into quality 3-course meals, for everyone to enjoy on a pay-what-you-can basis.

community meals pay-what-you-can vegetarian options

125 reviews

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

Ombra

4.6(2,934)

italian restaurant · Te Aro

Wine & small plates in a cozy establishment inspired by the informal bacaros of Venice.

curated selection of wines italian cuisine italian, mediterranean

2,934 reviews

The Old Quarter

4.7(2,609)

vietnamese restaurant · Te Aro

Modern Vietnamese Resturant

asian, fusion bold flavours modern vietnamese

2,315 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

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

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

$$ - $$$

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

$$ - $$$

Koji

4.9(538)

restaurant · Mount Victoria

Reviewers consistently praise the exceptional food quality, creative dishes, and outstanding service, making it a must-visit in Wellington.

asian, fusion

538 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

$$ - $$$

The Ram

4.5(214)

gastropub · Te Aro

We are a walk-in only venue & do not take bookings of any size.

214 reviews

$$ - $$$

Rosella

4.9(210)

restaurant · Mount Victoria

Rosella is a neighbourhood restaurant and wine bar drawing inspiration from Mediterranean, North African, and Middle Eastern flavours.

mediterranean middle eastern north african

210 reviews

The Oatery

4.9(178)

breakfast restaurant · Te Aro

Reviewers consistently praise the cosy atmosphere and the creative, well-presented food. The staff are described as lovely and accommodating.

178 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

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