Vegan-friendly
Lacto
Western
Fast food
Beer/Wine
Gluten-free
Breakfast
Non-veg

Serves meat, vegan options available. Part of a small New Zealand based chain offering vegan burgers, polenta fries, croquettes, bruschetta and more. Open Mon-Sun 2:30pm-9:00pm, Sat-Sun 7:30am-11:00am.


20 Reviews

First Review by erikamoo

francescaporta

Points +24

Vegan
05 Feb 2026

Lovely experience

We had the vegan fish and chips made with banana blossom, and it was the first time we tried it — absolutely delicious and a great surprise.
The place is really cute, with a lovely view on the lake.
The waiter was very kind and welcoming.
We really enjoyed everything, from the food to the vibe. Highly recommended, we’d definitely come back!

Cheshire_Cat

Points +438

Vegan
29 Jan 2026

Fantastic! 5 stars!

We took the vegan Fish and Chips, the vegan fish burger and the rhubarb crumble.
It was awsome! We would take it again and again.
The staff was very friendly and we didn't have to wait long for our orders.
We had a beautiful view on lake Taupo and really enjoyed this evening.

Christmas11

Points +299

Vegan
08 Jan 2026

Tasty food, gorgeous view!

We are at the Social Club while on a trip at Taupō. The vibe is super chill and the vegan fish and chips are great! The steak fries were amazing and so was the Dream Catcher mocktail. Definitely recommend if you’re looking for vegan food on the lake shore!

Updated from previous review on 2026-01-08

Pros: Beautiful views, Tasty vegan options, Very nice and helpful staff

AlyshaBell

Points +30

Vegan
22 Oct 2025

Delicious Vegan options

We had the vegan fish and chips (banana blossom) which were super tasty and the Apple Rhubarb dessert which was amazingly delicious 😁

katie.alice

Points +117

Vegan
15 Jun 2025

Big portion!

Generally all the options were banana blossom (fish and chips, burger or tacos) but it was a really good portion, and they let me swap to sweet potato fries and didn't charge extra. It was a nice setting with a lively view of the lake. They also had apple crumble for dessert but for me was too much so didn't try. I was driving but they had some nice cider flavours too.

LukasBøgildSteiner

Points +109

Vegan
19 Apr 2025

Good fish and ships

The fish and chips were good and arrived fast. Very service minded waiter.
We did also get the vegan crumble Desert.

Pros: Desert, Good view, Good service

EmilyR0se

Points +24

Vegan
20 Nov 2024

Delicious

The vegan fish burger and fries were delicious! Was a bit of a wait but the view 100% made up for it

Updated from previous review on 2024-11-20

j.kingjulien

Points +250

Vegan
03 Nov 2024

Great vegan options!

My boyfriend loved the vegan Fish and Chips and the vegan Fish Burger was just divine! Even the vegan dessert option (Rhubarb and Apple Crumble) was delicious, although you have to specify that it has to be fully vegan because of the ice cream it is served with.
They also offer oat milk for coffee.😄

Updated from previous review on 2024-11-03

Pros: Friendly service , Nice atmosphere

krystalkairi

Points +151

Vegan
21 May 2024

Tasty dinner, huge portions

We went there for dinner and really enjoyed the vegan fish and chips. Portions were huge so we couldn't fit in any dessert. Went back for breakfast the next day - I appreciated them doing something more exciting than avocado toast, but did find the coconut cream mushrooms a bit weird.

Updated from previous review on 2024-05-21

Pros: Tasty food, Large portions, Reasonable prices

Cons: Coconut mushrooms a bit weird

Veganaramarama

Points +36

Vegan
18 May 2024

Yummy generous portions

Quite a few dedicated vegan options on the menu, including a dessert.
Most of the vegan mains use a battered banana blossom ‘fish’ as the main component, which is fine because it tasted SO GOOD. The cocktails and dessert were also really tasty.
The portions are generous and the prices are reasonable. The staff are friendly and the atmosphere is relaxed.

Updated from previous review on 2024-05-18

Pros: Vegan options, Generous portions, Friendly staff

Gnattus

Points +457

Vegan
06 Mar 2024

Vibes & views

Was pleasantly surprised that the accommodation I booked also had a restaurant with some vegan options, clearly marked. I had the curry and it was delightful. Good flavours, decent size, and good dose of tofu and brocoli. The staff were lovely, and the views of the lake are great.

MidwifeBec

Points +652

Vegan
06 Jan 2024

Amazing vegan fish

Friendly staff and the vegan fish was really tasty. Couldn’t see any non-fish vegan options though; vegan fish and chips or vegan fish burger

Pros: Vegan fish, Views

Cons: Limited choice , No ‘outdoor’ seating option; was behind windows

janetnz

Points +673

Vegan
02 Jan 2024

Great vegan options

Great vegan banana blossom ‘fish’. Three of us had dinner here, two had the vegan fish and chips and one had the vegan fish burger with a brioche bun which we were told was vegan.
The banana blossom fish was great, with nice crispy batter.

Pros: Vegan options, Out of the town centre, a bit more chill , Good bar

kattyratty18

Points +413

Vegan
23 Oct 2023

Delicious vegan options with a view

The vegan fish tacos were amazing and my friend had the vegan fish and chips which she loved. The vegan hot chocolate was so lovely and we had such good service - they were all so happy to serve us and so happy to make us happy. We sat by the windows as well which was lovely, with a great view of Lake taupo and snowy mountains.

Pros: Food, Service, View

TinaRush

Points +101

Vegan
17 Jun 2023

Yummy vegan fish burger

I ordered the vegan fish burger to takeaway. It was ready really quickly and was really good!
I also had the crumble which was deconstructed so probably not the best takeaway choice!

Pros: Great burger, Fast service, Vegan options

Cons: Dessert not ideal for takeaway, A bit pricey

tokyoshachiku

Points +237

Vegan
21 Apr 2023

Nice surprise above hotel

After randomly selecting a hotel in Taupo (Lakefront Lodge Taupo), it was a very pleasant surprise to find the restaurant/bar above the hotel and a very decent range of vegan options. I ordered the vegan fish and chips, made from banana blossoms, which was an excellent replica. The vegan breakfast plate was enjoyable as well, although the tofu scramble wasn’t seasoned much.

Pros: Solid vegan options, Very friendly service, Nice atmosphere and views

RaneKD

Points +72

Vegan
19 Aug 2022

Multiple vegan options

Ordered the vegan breakfast and the restaurant was out of Tofu for the scramble. All other options were vegan fish for whatever reason. Ended up subbing out the scrambler for mushroom in coconut cream sauce that wasn’t on the menu.

Pros: Multiple vegan options, Friendly and accomodating staff

Cons: Not much variety - most options were vegan fish

ScottDevonport

Points +22

Vegan
17 Mar 2022

Awesome selection of vegan food with choices for starter main and dessert.

Great location with an amazing view. Staff understand vegan choices and chef makes a lot of vegan food. Nice and relaxed place and even better if you grab a first table. Suitable for everyone as options to suit all. Great cocktails too 😊

Pros: Good vegan options , Good price, Good service

Cons: Not open for lunch

AmberSeay

Points +39

Vegan
11 Aug 2021

Great For Dinner

A nice no fuss spot for dinner. There's quite a few vegan options - including dessert! They also do delicious cocktails if that's your thing. Quick to bring out food and extremely friendly staff.

erikamoo

Points +117

Vegan
08 Jul 2020

Happy hour and lake views

Nice vegan burger . There’s also vegan fush and chips

Updated from previous review on 2020-07-07

Pros: Views, Ambience, Outdoor

Cons: Ye old trout sculpture, Meat, Sells fish




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