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Welcome Chinese Vegetarian Cafe

Chinese, Mostly Vegan Menu

Vegetarian

$

Top tips

  • Try the lemon eggplant tofu and soy protein with plum sauce dishes.
  • Good to know: Bring cash as the cafe does not accept cards or contactless payment.
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  • Order the vegan BBQ Pao buns.
  • Arrive early or later for dine-in to avoid the small, crowded seating times.
  • Enjoy quick service and friendly staff interactions.

People mention

No standout dish yet. People mention tofu, black rice soup and curry.

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Also fried rice, green tea, lemon eggplant tofu, lemon eggplant tofu hot plate, malaysian curry, noodles and pao.

Good for

The vibe: groups The vibe: families

Praised for affordable, fast service and friendly service.

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Also praised for good value and cozy atmosphere.

Good to know

  • Lunch, dinner, takeout

About

Welcome Chinese Vegetarian Cafe serves a large variety of mostly vegan Chinese dishes, including highlights like vegan faux meat, hot plates, and claypot meals. The atmosphere is cozy and rustic, with quick and friendly service in a small dining space that fills up quickly. Pricing is affordable, and the cafe operates on a cash-only basis, offering a unique dining experience near Christchurch University.

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2 Wharenui Rd, Riccarton, Christchurch, New Zealand, 8041

Opening hours

Monday
12:00–20:00
Tuesday
12:00–20:00
Wednesday
12:00–20:00
Thursday
12:00–20:00
Friday
12:00–20:00
Saturday
12:00–20:00
Sunday
Closed

the food

4.6 out of 5. Spinach Rating

From recent reviews, out of 5.

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How we rank

eating vegan

Outstanding for vegans

vegan options
Abundant · 10+ dishes
menu
Clearly marked
staff
Knowledgeable
protein
tofu, soy protein, vegan faux meat
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