The Lotus-Heart Cafe in Christchurch City Menu

BREAKFAST BREAKFAST
  • KOORI
    • A dish of creamy scrambled free-range eggs seasoned with the fresh Indian flavours of fresh chilli, coriander, ginger, tomato and garlic. Served with toasted house bread.
  • OMELETTE
    • A free-range egg omelette with onion, cheese, fresh herbs and either mushroom or tomato. Served with a side salad.
  • BREAKFAST DOSA
    • a dosa filled with caramelised banana and drizzled with honey
  • CHIA SEED AND GOJI PORRIDGE
    • chia seeds, goji berries and nut milk is a unique blend of protein, essential fats, fibre, complex carbs and antioxidants.
  • GREEN POWER SMOOTHIE
    • A great-tasting super blend of nutrient-rich greens, fruits, vegetables and berries with added probiotics, digestive enzymes and helpful herbs, extra vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. Gluten free. Vegan.
LUNCH LUNCH
  • ANTIPASTO PLATTER
    • An appetising assortment of marinated olives, seasonal vegetables, sunflower seed parties, house dips and grilled pita bread. Vegan option.
  • REFRITO WRAP
    • Refrito beans with melted Edam cheese, basmati rice, lettuce, organic sour cream, fresh salsa and tabasco sauce wrapped in a tortilla. Vegan option – vegan cheese and vegan aioli are available.
  • CURRY DOSA
    • Today’s curry served with a fresh dose and house chutney. Vegan and/or onion and garlic free options available. Gluten-free.
  • NACHOS
    • Refrito beans served with melted cheddar, salsa and organic sour cream on corn chips with a seasonal salad garnish. Gluten-free. Vegan option – vegan cheese and vegan aioli are available.
  • DAL
    • Blended red lentils mingled with mild spices gently simmered to perfection. Served with basmati rice. Vegan option available, gluten-free.
  • MASALA DOSA
    • Our signature South Indian lentil and rice crepe filled with potato masala. Served with dal and chutney. Vegan, gluten-free.
  • NORI WRAP
    • Spicy fermented kimchee, salad, vegan mayo and activated spicy seeds, wrapped in toasted nori. Vegan, gluten-free, raw option – raw nori available on request.
  • CURRY OF THE DAY
    • served with basmati rice.Gluten free
  • HUMMING BURGER
    • Our signature deluxe veggie-nut burger topped with melted cheddar, house chutney, gherkins, tomato, lettuce and mayo.
  • BREADLESS BURGER PLATTER
    • A tasty veggie pattie topped with grilled cheese, gherkins, tomato and mayo. Served with fries and a fresh seasonal salad. Gluten free and vegan options.
  • SWEET TREATS
    • A variety of cakes, slices and raw vegan cheesecakes are made daily.
  • SUN BURGER
    • A tasty sunflower seed pattie with melted cheddar, mayo, house chutney, gherkins, tomato and lettuce. Served on a Turkish roll. The sunflower seed pattie is vegan. Vegan cheese and mayo are available by request.
  • PIZZA
    • Made fresh to order. Please allow 15-20 minutes for the pizza to cook.
  • GARDEN BURGER
    • A tasty protein pattie inside a soft tortilla wrap with fresh salad, grated Edam cheese and mayo. Vegan cheese adds $2.50.
  • VEGAN CHOCOLATE CAKE
    • Our signature double-layered, chocolate iced, vegan chocolate cake.Add $1.00 for cream or yoghurt or $2.00 for vegan yoghurt .
DINNER DINNER
  • BREADLESS BURGER PLATTER
    • A tasty veggie pattie topped with grilled cheese, gherkins, tomato and mayo. Served with fries and a fresh seasonal salad. Gluten free and vegan options.
  • ANTIPASTO PLATTER
    • An antipasti selection of marinated olives, seasonal vegetables, sunflower seed Patties, house dips and grilled pita bread. Vegan.
  • CHEF'S SEASONAL SALAD
    • Our chef’s creation making the most of the freshest and finest local seasonal vegetables.
  • PONDICHERRY DOSA
    • A lentil and rice dosa crepe filled with hot and spicy chutney, potato masala, onion and fresh coriander. Served with dal and chutney. Vegan, gluten-free.
  • SUN BURGER
    • A tasty sunflower seed pattie with melted cheese, house chutney, mayo and fresh salad. Served with salad and/or fries. Vegan & gluten free options.
  • DAL
    • Blended red lentils mingled with mild spices gently simmered to perfection. Vegan option available, gluten-free.
  • NACHOS
    • Refrito beans served with melted cheese, salsa and organic sour cream on corn chips with a seasonal salad garnish. Gluten-free. Vegan option.
  • PIZZA
    • Made with locally sourced seasonal produce, organic where possible. Our gourmet vegetarian pizzas come with a tomato base and a blend of tasty cheeses. Vegan cheese, add $3.00. Gluten free bases in medium and large sizes available – add 2.50.
  • CURRY DOSA
    • Today’s curry with basmati rice served with a fresh Dosa and house chutney. Vegan option available. Gluten-free.
  • ZEN STICKS>.Skewers of grilled tempeh drizzled with sesame soy sauce on a bed of salad greens. Vegan, gluten-free, onion & garlic free.
  • NORI WRAP
    • Kimchee, salad, cashew mayo and activated spicy seeds wrapped in a toasted nori sheet. Vegan, gluten-free. Raw option – raw nori available on request.
  • MASALA DOSA
    • Our signature South Indian lentil and rice dosa crepe filled with potato masala. Served with dal and chutney. Vegan, gluten-free.
  • HUMMING BURGER
    • Our signature deluxe nut pattie topped with melted cheddar, house chutney, gherkins, tomato, lettuce and mayo. Served with salad and/or fries.
  • HALLOUMI BURGER
    • Grilled halloumi cheese, chargrilled capsicum, basil pesto, caramelised onion, lettuce and mayonnaise. Served with salad and/or fries.

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  • Cheese/Onion Pattie $2.80
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  • Prawn with Mushroom Chow Mein $11.80
  • Sweet & Sour Pork $12.00
  • Chicken Fu Yong Egg $10.30
  • Sweet & Sour Fish $12.00
Sydenham Bakery (sample menu)
  • Steak, Bacon & Cheese N/A
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  • Mince N/A
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  • Squid Rings $0.80
  • Potaito FrItters 4 For $ 2.80
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  • Mussels 6 For $4.50
  • Tomato $ 4.40
  • Egg $4.40
  • Mixed $10.50
  • Seafood Basket $10.00
McDonald's Kaiapoi (sample menu)
  • Hamburger n/a
    • The original. 100% beef patty, topped with onion, pickle and zesty ketchup and mustard, all on a soft, fluffy bun
  • Whipped Butter n/a
    • Our fluffy butter, in creamy, whipped peaks. It's like walking on air
  • Loaded Fries Sweet Chilli & Sour Cream n/a
    • Bring your fries to life...Try our legendary crispy french fries topped with smooth sour cream and finished off with tasty sweet chilli sauce
  • BLT Bagel n/a
    • Lightly toasted bagel with a rasher of bacon, crisp lettuce, a juicy slice of tomato and creamy mayonnaise
  • Georgie Pie: Steak Mince ‘N’ Cheese n/a
    • Made to the original recipe using quality New Zealand beef, the classic Steak Mince 'N' Cheese pies are baked fresh in store each day for you to enjoy
  • Strawberry Jam n/a
    • Your toasted bagel has never tasted this good. Slather on some of Craig's® sweet Strawberry Jam, made with real strawberries
  • The Almighty Angus® 1/2lb n/a
    • Crispy bacon, a 1/2 pound of juicy 100% NZ Angus beef, red onion, cheese, and a dash of tomato relish in our new chilli chive bun. If you’re serious about seriously good Angus, you'll want to make time for this burger
  • Bacon & Egg McMuffin n/a
    • A hot brekkie made compact. A perfectly cooked egg, deli style bacon and a slice of cheese, cased in a toasted, warm English muffin
Mythos Greek Souvlakis (sample menu)
  • Single $7.30
  • Single $10.20
  • Served in a Pita with lettuce, tomatoes, tzatziki & tomato salsa
  • Double $12.50
  • Vegetarian Falafel
  • Single $10.50
  • Served with a side of greek salad & sauces
  • Childrens Souvlaki
Ilam Barbeques (sample menu)
  • Vegetarian $8.00
  • Lamb single $9.00 / double $11.00
  • -Beef & Falafel $11.00
  • Mixed
  • -Lamb & Falafel $11.00
  • -Chicken & Lamb $11.00
  • Lamb $5.00
  • Double Cheese Burger $4.50
Fish 'n' Chick'n (sample menu)
  • CHICKEN $9.99
    • smoked chicken bacon and a choice od sauces, apricot, cranberry or satay sauce
  • CRUMB MUSHROOMS 5 for $3.50
  • SATAY CHICKEN OR BEEF $10.80/$12.80
  • CRUMBED MUSSELS 1/2 DOZ $4.80
  • HASH BROWNS 4 for $2.80
  • VEGETABLE & POiATO ROLL $2.60
  • CURRY ROLL $2.60
  • HAWAIIAN $9.90
    • ham pineapple & cheese
The Nook (sample menu)
  • Mix Platter (for 1 / for 2) $10.00 / $20.00
    • Fresh spring roll, spring roll, money bag and satay chicken
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  • Classic Green Curry $18.00
    • With rice
  • Fresh Spring Rolls $12.50
    • Rice paper wrapped fresh crispy veges with sweet chilli sauce
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    • Red curry with roasted Vegetarian/ Duck, pineapple, tomato and grapes
  • Lamb Shank Massaman $23.50
    • Slow cook lamb shank infused with Massaman sauce served with The Nook chunky potato bites and onion
  • Tom-Yum Soup $18.00
    • With rice
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  • Steak, Egg and Cheese N/A
  • Beetroot N/A
  • BBQ N/A
  • Choc Chip N/A
  • Herb & Garlic Toasties N/A
  • Ham N/A
  • Ranch N/A
  • Sweet Onion N/A
Tasty Thai (sample menu)
  • Served between 11:30AM and 2:30PM.
  • -seafood $5.00
  • Served between 11:30AM and 2:30 PM
  • -seafood $5.00
  • thai fried rice $10.00
  • -seafood $5.00
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  • -seafood $5.00
Dine Divine Cafe & Restaurant (sample menu)
  • Lunch & Dinner: Beef Sirloin $13.50
    • Served with your choice of chips and salad or potatoes and veggies
  • Lamb Shoulder $36.00
    • Braised lamb shoulder, pumpkin & sage gnocchi, buttered greens, braising liquor
  • House-Made Cheesecake $15.00
    • Staff will advise on today's cheesecake flavor served with our ice cream
  • Creme Brulee $14.00
    • Vanilla bean creme brulee, house-made shortbread, baileys ice cream
  • Soup of the Day $16.00
    • Staff with advise on today's special, served with a bun
  • Fish & Chips $22.50
    • House battered fish of the day, hand cut chips, garden salad, tartare sauce
  • Croque Monsieur $21.50
    • Toasted brioche, ham off the bone, cheddar or Gruyere cheese, shoestring fries, garden salad
  • Affogato $15.00
    • Shot of espresso, vanilla bean ice cream, chocolate biscotti, choice of liquor: Amaretto, Baileys, Kahlua or Frangelico
Food Stop on Gasson (sample menu)
  • Mince & Cheese
  • Ham & Tomato $4.00
  • Steak
  • Ham $4.00
  • Chicken Drumstick $2.50
  • Mince
  • Chow Chow Beef $4.00
  • Toasties $4.00
Queenspark Takeaway and Fish 'N Chip (sample menu)
  • Chicken, Pineapple on Rice / Chicken, Mushrooms on Rice / Roast Pork, Tomatoes on Rice / Roast Pork, Pineapple on Rice / Roast Pork, Mushroom on Rice $11.50
  • Prawn Chow Mein / Combination Chow Mein $11.80
  • Sweet & Sour Fish $11.00
  • Chicken, Cashew Nuts / Roast Pork, Cashew Nuts / Beef Satay Sauce / Queenspark Special Chow Mein $12.50
  • Curry Steak on Rice / Curry Pork on Rice / Steak, Tomatoes on Rice / Steak, Mushrooms on Rice / Pork, Tomatoes on Rice / Pork, Mushrooms on Rice $10.80
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  • Steak, Cashew Nuts / Pork, Cashew Nuts $12.30
  • Curry Chicken on Rice $11.00
Smokorun Riccarton (sample menu)
  • Steak and mushroom with horseradish sauce
  • Bacon and egg
    • with tomato and red pepper sauce
  • Butti $8.00
  • Roast lamb with apple and mint jelly
  • Ham off the bone and cheese with whole grain mustard
  • Cold roast chicken with smokorun's tangy BBQ sauce
  • Portobello mushrooms with hollandaise
  • Salmon omelette with hollandaise
The Lotus-Heart Cafe

The Lotus-Heart Cafe

location

Address

363 Saint Asaph Street, Christchurch Central, Christchurch, Canterbury, 8011, New Zealand

phone

Phone

+64 3 377 2727

email

Email

mail@thelotusheart.co.nz

clock

Opened hours

Monday: Closed, Tuesday: 7:30 AM – 3:00 PM, Wednesday: 7:30 AM – 3:00 PM, Thursday: 7:30 AM – 3:00 PM, Friday: 7:30 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 – 9:00 PM, Saturday: 7:30 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 – 9:00 PM, Sunday: 7:30 AM – 3:00 PM
price range

Price

$20 - $30

type

Type

None

service level

Service

Table Service

cuisine

Cuisine

Cafe Food , Chinese , Fast Food , Gluten Free , Health Food , Indian , Vegan , Vegetarian

features

Features

Dine in ,  EFTPOS ,  Mastercard ,  Takeaway ,  Visa ,  Business meetings ,  Reservations ,  Waitstaff ,  Takeout ,  Cash ,  Groups ,  Bankcard ,  Seating ,  Highchairs Available ,  Special Occasion Dining ,  Child-friendly

Location
363 Saint Asaph Street, Christchurch Central, Christchurch, Canterbury, 8011, New Zealand
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