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must go · #9 in christchurch

The Origin

Cafe Breakfast, Vegan Menu, Specialty Coffee

Worth ordering: #3 Tofu scramble in Christchurch

Try the tofu scramble breakfast and vegan pancakes.

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Top tips

  • Enjoy specialty soy lattes and a wide tea selection.
  • Take away vegan pastries like almond croissants and cinnamon scrolls.
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  • Visit during breakfast hours for best menu experience.
  • Accessible seating with free Wi-Fi available.

Must-try

  • Worth ordering: Pancakesnamed in 7 reviews

  • Worth ordering: Pastrynamed in 5 reviews

  • Worth ordering: Coffee

People also mention cinnamon roll, croissant and bread.

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Also burger, burrito and cake.

Good for

The vibe: relaxing

Praised for beautiful interior, friendly service and fast service.

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Also praised for cozy atmosphere, affordable and lively atmosphere.

Good to know

  • Wi-Fi
  • Breakfast, brunch, coffee, takeout

About

The Origin is a vegan cafe known for its wide range of breakfast offerings including tofu scramble, pancakes, and an Asian-inspired big breakfast. The venue emphasizes specialty coffee with skilled baristas who craft beautiful soy lattes and cappuccinos. It has a relaxed, spacious, and modern interior with wheelchair access and free Wi-Fi, making it a great spot for casual meetups and takeaway.

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95 Westminster St (at Cranford St), Christchurch, New Zealand

Opening hours

Monday
Closed
Tuesday
08:00–15:30
Wednesday
08:00–15:30
Thursday
08:00–15:30
Friday
08:00–15:30
Saturday
08:00–15:30
Sunday
08:00–15:30

the food

4.8 out of 5. Spinach Rating

From recent reviews, out of 5.

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How we rank

eating vegan

Fully vegan

Everything on the menu is vegan.

What the grades mean

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