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Ask about: animal ingredients

  • Try the garlic bread and vegan pizza for solid options.
  • Good to know: Vegan pasta textures may be wet or sloppy, so check preparation.
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  • Multiple vegan pasta and salad choices available.
  • Outdoor seating is available.
  • Expect moderate prices consistent with family-style dining.

People mention

No standout dish yet. People mention bread, focaccia and pasta.

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Also pizza and spaghetti.

Good for

The vibe: families

Praised for friendly service.

Good to know

  • Outdoor seating
  • Wi-Fi
  • Lunch, dinner, takeout, quick bites

About

La Porchetta is a family-style Italian restaurant chain known for its vegan menu introduced in 2018, including dishes like garlic bread, pizza, pasta, soups, and salads. Reviews note multiple vegan pasta and pizza choices with a casual atmosphere, though some pastas have been criticized for texture and lacking vegan cheese. Seating options include outdoor areas, and pricing is moderate with price level 2 on a scale of 1-3.

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20 Rotherham St, Riccarton, Christchurch, New Zealand, 8011

Opening hours

Monday
11:00–21:30
Tuesday
11:00–21:30
Wednesday
11:00–21:30
Thursday
11:00–21:30
Friday
11:00–21:30
Saturday
11:00–21:30
Sunday
11:00–21:30

the food

2.9 out of 5. Spinach Rating

From recent reviews, out of 5.

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How we rank

eating vegan

Limited vegan options

vegan options
Some · 3–5 dishes
menu
Separate vegan menu
staff
Basic understanding
protein
beans

Ask about: Hidden animal ingredients in dishes labelled vegan: ask about sauces and broths.

Good to know: Vegan options aren't always available.

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