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Body Fuel Cafe
67 Tongariro St ~ : +64-73789555
Inexpensive -- Vegan-friendly, Lacto, Ovo, Organic, Western, Juice bar, Take-out, Catering, Gluten-free, Honey, Australian, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Has many clearly labeled vegan items. Also clearly labels gluten free, dairy free, egg free, meat free, etc. Outdoor seating. Accepts credit cards. Free Wi-Fi. Mon-Sat 7:00am-4:00pm, Sun 7:30am-3:30pm -- Rating: 3.5 Happycow(s)

BurgerFuel
2 Roberts St ~ : +64-73780002
Inexpensive -- Lacto, American, Western, Fast food, Take-out, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Mon-Thu 9:00am-9:00pm, Fri-Sat 9:00am-10:00pm, Sun 9:00am-9:00pm -- Rating: 3.5 Happycow(s)

Cafe Baku
42 Roberts St ~ : +64-73786715
Moderate -- Vegan-friendly, Lacto, Ovo, Beer/Wine, European, Fusion, Breakfast, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Cafe with vegan options and items that can be veganised such as vege stack breakfast. Offers breakfast and lunch served daily, Allpress coffee and a licensed bar. Outdoor seating. Accepts credit cards. Mon-Sun 6:00am-4:00pm -- Rating: 2.5 Happycow(s)

Dixie Browns
38 Roberts St ~ : +64-75744073
Moderate -- Lacto, Ovo, Western, Beer/Wine, Delivery, Take-out, Honey, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Restaurant offering a vegan Beyond burger and dairy-free thick shakes. Outdoor seating. Wheelchair accessible. Accepts credit cards. Free Wi-Fi. Mon-Sun 6:00am-10:00pm -- Rating: 3.5 Happycow(s)

Fine Fettle Cafe
39 Paora Hapi St ~ : +64-73787674
Moderate -- Vegan-friendly, Lacto, Ovo, Organic, Western, Juice bar, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Fresh juices, in-house baked breads, a separate vegan and vegetarian menu. Uses fresh & organic ingredients. Accepts credit cards. Mon-Sun 8:00am-4:00pm -- Rating: 3 Happycow(s)

Hell Pizza
30 Tuwharetoa St ~ : +64-73778181
Moderate -- Vegan-friendly, Lacto, Ovo, Pizza, Italian, Fast food, Delivery, Take-out, Gluten-free, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Outdoor seating. Wheelchair accessible. Accepts credit cards. Mon-Sun 11:00am-10:00pm -- Rating: 3.5 Happycow(s)

Indian Affair
34 Ruapehu St (at Tuwharetoa) ~ : +64-73782295
Moderate -- Lacto, Indian, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Indian restaurant with vegan options clearly labeled on the menu with a green leaf. Accepts credit cards. Mon-Sun 9:00am-10:00pm -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)

Indian Delights
10 Roberts St ~ : +64-73788802
Moderate -- Lacto, Indian, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Indian restaurant with lake view. Has extensive vegetarian menu, of which the following are or can be made vegan: chana masala, dal tadka, dal makhani, vegetable jalfrazi, eggplant & mushrooms, eggplant curry, and garden balti veg. Outdoor seating. Accepts credit cards. Mon-Sun 11:00am-10:00pm -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)

Kefi At The Hub
415 Huka Falls Road, Wairakei ~ : +64-210449424
Moderate -- Lacto, Ovo, Western, Mediterranean, Fusion, Gluten-free, Honey, Breakfast, Greek, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Greek cafe offering a few vegan dishes such as pita with baked beans or falafel, fresh rice rolls with tofu and kale salad. Outdoor seating. Wheelchair accessible. Accepts credit cards. Free Wi-Fi. Mon-Sun 8:00am-4:00pm -- Rating: 3 Happycow(s)

Lava Glass
165 State Highway 5, Rd 4 ~ : +64-73748400
Moderate -- Vegan-friendly, Lacto, Ovo, American, International, Beer/Wine, Bakery, Fusion, Gluten-free, Australian, Breakfast, Moroccan, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Small cafe at Lava Glass art gallery and studio. Offers vegan dishes including blueberry buckwheat pancakes, plant based savoury bowl, Moroccan kumara burger. Outdoor seating. Wheelchair accessible. Accepts credit cards. Mon-Sun 9:00am-5:00pm -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)

Lionel's
14 Northcroft St (at Suncourt Hotel & Conference Centre) ~ : +64-21542481
Moderate -- Lacto, Ovo, International, Beer/Wine, European, Honey, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Restaurant & bar offering a few vegan items such as roast cauliflower, broccolini and drinks with non-dairy milks. Outdoor seating. Reservations required. Wheelchair accessible. Accepts credit cards. Mon-Sun 7:00am-10:00pm -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)

Lotus Thai
137 Tongariro St ~ : +64-73769497
Moderate -- Thai, Take-out, Asian, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Menu advises to mention if vegan when ordering. There is a vegetarian section where some entrees/curries are already or can be vegan; additionally a couple of noodle dishes can be as well. Ask. Accepts credit cards. Mon 6:00pm-9:30pm, Wed-Fri 12:00pm-2:00pm, Wed-Sun 6:00pm-9:30pm -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)

Master of India
47 Ruapehu St ~ : +64-73770041
Moderate -- Lacto, Indian, Take-out, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Balti Indian cuisine restaurant in central Taupo. Has vegan & vegan-possible options on the menu. Staff is aware of ingredients and allergens. Wheelchair accessible. Accepts credit cards. Mon-Sun 11:00am-10:00pm -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)

Pauly's Diner
3 Paora Hapi St ~ : +64-73784315
Moderate -- Lacto, Ovo, American, Western, Fast food, Delivery, Take-out, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Burger joint with vegan burger. Offers combo with fries and a beverage of choice. Outdoor seating. Accepts credit cards. Mon-Sun 10:30am-8:30pm -- Rating: Not rated yet

Pita Pit
37 Horomātangi St ~ : +64-73783675
Moderate -- Lacto, Western, Mediterranean, Fast food, Take-out, Middle Eastern, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Accepts credit cards. Mon-Sat 10:00am-7:00pm, Sun 11:00am-3:00pm -- Rating: 3.5 Happycow(s)

Positive Kaibration Cafe
7 Tongariro St ~ : +64-72817628
Moderate -- Lacto, Ovo, International, Organic, Fast food, Juice bar, Take-out, Catering, Fusion, Gluten-free, Honey, Breakfast, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Clean food café serving labeled vegan dishes including juices, smooothies, tofu scrambles, burgers, pizza and Buddha bowls. Previously located at 45 Oruanui St. Outdoor seating. Wheelchair accessible. Free Wi-Fi. Mon-Fri 8:00am-4:00pm -- Rating: Not rated yet

Rice & Noodle House - 青禾饭馆
9 Tongariro St ~ : +64-72196891
Moderate -- Lacto, Ovo, Asian, Catering, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Chinese restaurant with some vegan options, such as mapo tofu, fried aubergine, and more. Tue-Sun 11:00am-9:00pm -- Rating: Not rated yet

Roots Waffle Cafe
99 Tongariro Str. ~ : +64-272204352
Moderate -- Lacto, Ovo, International, Take-out, Gluten-free, Breakfast, Belgian, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Café serving vegan dishes such as maple granola, waffles with a variety of sweet & savoury toppings, bagels, pumpkin soup, cakes, and more. Specify vegan when ordering. Outdoor seating. Free Wi-Fi. Mon-Sun 8:30am-3:00pm -- Rating: 3.5 Happycow(s)

Rosie's Takeaways
71 Rangatira Drive, Mangakino ~ : +64-78828498
Inexpensive -- Lacto, Ovo, American, Fast food, Take-out, British, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Takeaway restaurant with limited dining spots serving burgers and fish & chips. Offers a clearly labeled vegan burger with mango chutney & chips. Outdoor seating. Mon 11:00am-5:00pm, Tue-Sun 11:00am-8:00pm -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)

Social Club
100 Lake Terrace (at Huia St) ~ : +64-75958979
Moderate -- Vegan-friendly, Lacto, Western, Fast food, Beer/Wine, Gluten-free, Breakfast, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Part of a small New Zealand based chain offering vegan burgers, polenta fries, croquettes, bruschetta and more. Outdoor seating. Accepts credit cards. Mon-Sun 2:30pm-9:00pm, Sat-Sun 7:30am-11:00am -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)

Sorrento
42 Tuwharetoa St ~ : +64-73788212
Moderate -- Lacto, Ovo, Italian, Beer/Wine, Take-out, Honey, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Itailan restaurant and wine bar with clearly labeled food menu. Example vegan dishes include marinated olives, garlic bread, pizza, penne pomodoro and more. Outdoor seating. Wheelchair accessible. Accepts credit cards. Mon-Thu 4:00pm-9:00pm, Fri-Sun 12:00pm-9:00pm -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)

Storehouse
14 Runanga St ~ : +64-73788820
Moderate -- Lacto, Ovo, Western, Gluten-free, Honey, Breakfast, New Zealand, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Classic kiwi brunch spot with two floors of seating and a little plant shop at the back. Family friendly with change table in the bathroom and play area for kids. Some of the vegetarian dishes can be adapted for vegans - just ask. Wheelchair accessible. Accepts credit cards. Mon-Fri 7:00am-3:00pm, Sat-Sun 8:00am-3:00pm -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)

Suncourt Indian
19 Tamamutu St ~ : +64-72132777
Inexpensive -- Lacto, Indian, Delivery, Take-out, Asian, Gluten-free, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Indian restaurant with a vegan friendly menu. Offers veg jalfrezi, aloo gobhi, daal tadka, masala dosa, saag mushroom and veg biryani. Accepts credit cards. Mon-Sun 11:00am-9:30pm -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)

Taste Cafe
10 Roberts St (at downtown) ~ : +64-73770086
Moderate -- Vegan-friendly, Lacto, Ovo, Organic, Western, Juice bar, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Lakefront cafe with a pleasant atmosphere and a kids play corner at the back. Also sells some organic grocery items like grains and flour. Dishes can be customised to be vegan - please send more details re: vegan-friendliness. Outdoor seating. Wheelchair accessible. Accepts credit cards. -- Rating: 2 Happycow(s)

The Coffee Club
32 Roberts St ~ : +64-73768959
Inexpensive -- Lacto, Ovo, Pizza, Western, Fast food, Australian, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Outdoor seating. Wheelchair accessible. Accepts credit cards. Free Wi-Fi. Mon-Thu 8:00am-7:00pm, Fri-Sat 8:00am-10:00pm, Sun 8:00am-7:00pm -- Rating: 3.5 Happycow(s)

The Cozy Corner
19 Tamamutu St, Shop 15, Suncourt Plaza ~ : +64-73771233
Inexpensive -- Lacto, Ovo, Western, Juice bar, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Health conscious food, including fruit & coconut yogurt bowls, bircher, quinoa bowls - ask for vegan options. Mon-Sat 7:30am-3:30pm, Sun 7:30am-3:00pm -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)

The Lonestar
24 Robert’s St ~ : +64-73782353
Moderate -- Lacto, Ovo, Western, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Family style steakhouse with vegan dishes including burritos, pizza, spicy bean dip and vegetable nacho. Ask for vegan cheese. Outdoor seating. Wheelchair accessible. Accepts credit cards. Free Wi-Fi. Mon-Tue 3:00pm-9:00pm, Wed-Sun 11:30am-9:00pm -- Rating: 3.5 Happycow(s)

Two Mile Bay Sailing Club
331 Lake Terrace ~ : +64-21413345
Moderate -- Lacto, Ovo, Pizza, Italian, Beer/Wine, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Vegan cheese offered on wood fires pizzas. Also has vegan Magnum ice creams. Outdoor seating. Accepts credit cards. Mon-Sun 8:30am-10:00pm -- Rating: 3.5 Happycow(s)

Vietnamese Joint
20 Ruapehu St ~ : +64-72171315
Moderate -- Lacto, Ovo, Asian, Vietnamese, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Vietnamese place with a small menu that includes three vegan dishes. Wheelchair accessible. Accepts credit cards. Mon 11:00am-8:00pm, Wed-Sun 11:00am-8:00pm -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)

Waterside Restaurant and Bar
3 Tongariro St ~ : +64-73786894
Moderate -- Lacto, Ovo, Western, Beer/Wine, Delivery, Take-out, Fusion, Gluten-free, Honey, Non-veg -- Additional Info: Serves meat, vegan options available. Restaurant with views of Lake Taupo. Offers vegan choices such as vegan fish & chips, fries, soup of the day and apple crumble. Outdoor seating. Wheelchair accessible. Accepts credit cards. Free Wi-Fi. Mon-Sun 11:00am-10:00pm -- Rating: 3.5 Happycow(s)

Purple Cat
Northcroft Domain ~ : +64-275784702
Inexpensive -- Catering -- Additional Info: All food is 100% plant-based. Serves smoothies, hot drinks and raw, gluten-free sweet treats. Also raw rainbow pizza and falafel salad in the summer or pumpkin and lentil hotpot in the winter. Operates from Taupo Sunday Market. Also available to do events. Can make dairy-free, gluten-free, sugar-free raw cakes and slices to order. Relocated from Redout St. Sun 9:00am-1:00pm -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)

Bin Inn
27 Pāora Hapi St (at Spa Gate Shopping Centre) ~ : +64-73770610
Moderate -- Organic, Take-out -- Additional Info: Specialty wholefoods grocery chain offering a large range of bulk goods, organic produce, pantry staples, health and beauty products, dried goods, cleaning supplies and more. Vegan products include vegan cheese alternatives, ice cream, vegan pizza and meat alternatives Accepts credit cards. Mon-Fri 8:30am-6:00pm, Sat 9:00am-5:00pm, Sun 9:30am-4:30pm -- Rating: Not rated yet

Kona Kones
7 Tongariro St ~ :
Moderate -- Lacto, Take-out -- Additional Info: Ice cream shop with a counter for vegan flavors. Outdoor seating. Accepts credit cards. Mon-Sun 8:00am-10:00pm -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)

Luna's Gelateria
29 Tongariro St ~ :
Inexpensive -- Lacto, Italian, Take-out, Gluten-free -- Additional Info: Gelato shop offering vegan fruit sorbets. All sorbets are vegan except banana sorbet. Accepts credit cards. Mon-Thu 12:00pm-7:00pm, Fri-Sat 11:30am-8:00pm, Sun 12:00pm-7:00pm -- Rating: 4 Happycow(s)

The Doughnut Box
Tamamuto St ~ :
Inexpensive -- -- Additional Info: Gelato, coffee, and dessert bar that opened in 2022. Offers four vegan gelatos and plant-based milk for coffees. Outdoor seating. Wheelchair accessible. Accepts credit cards. Tue-Sat 8:00am-4:30pm -- Rating: 5 Happycow(s)