The Lotus-Heart Vegetarian Restaurant in Christchurch Menu

BREAKFAST BREAKFAST
  • Akoori $14.50
    • creamy scrambled free-range eggs seasoned with fresh indian flavours. served with toasted house bread
  • Omelette $16.50
    • a free-range egg omelette with a choice of filling. served with a side salad
  • Breakfast dosa $13.95
    • a dosa filled with caramelised banana andd drizzled with honey
  • Chia seed and goji porridge $13.50
    • chia seeds, goji berries and nut milk - a unique blend of protein, essential fats, fibre, complex carbs and antioxidants
  • Green power smoothie $8.95
    • a great-tasting superblend of nutrients-rich greens, fruits, vegetables and berries with priobiotics, digestive enzymes, herbs, vitamins, minerals and antioxidants
LUNCH LUNCH
  • Antipasto platter $16.50
    • as appetising assortment of marinated olives, seasonal vegetables, sunflower seed patties, house dips and grilled pita bread
  • Nachos $12.95
    • refrito beans served with melted cheese, salsa and organic sour cream on corn chips with a seasonal salad garnish
  • Nori wrap $12.95
    • spicy fermented kimchee, salad, vegan mayo and activated spicy seeds, wrapped in nori
  • Refrito wrap $12.95
    • refrito beans with melted edam cheese, basmati rice, lettuce, organic sour cream, fresh salsa and tabasco sauce wrapped in tortilla
  • Dal $9.95/$13.95
    • blended red lentils mingled with mild spices gently simmered to perfection (cup/bowl)
  • Curry of the day $14.95 - $16.95
    • served with basmati rice. gluten free
  • Curry dosa $15.95
    • today's curry served with a freash dosa and house chutney. vegan and/or onion and garlic free options available
  • Masala dosa $14.95
    • our signature south indian lentil and rice dosa crepe filled with potato masala. served with dal and chutney
  • Humming burger $14.95 - $18.95
    • our signature deluxe nut pattie topped with melted cheddar, house chutney, gherkins, tomato, lettuce and mayo
  • Sun burger $12.95 - $16.95
    • a tasty sunflower seed pattie with melted cheddar, mayo, house chutney, gherkins, tomato and lettuce
  • Garden burger $14.95 - $18.95
    • a tasty protein pattie inside a soft tortilla wrap with fresh salad, frated edam cheese and mayo
  • Breadless burger platter $14.95
    • a tasty veggie pattie topped with grilled cheese, gherkins, tomato and mayo. served fried and a fresh seasonal salad
  • Pizza $14.00 - $25.00
  • Vegan chocolate cake $6.50
    • our signature double-layered, chocolate iced, vegan chocolate cake
  • Sweet treats n/a
    • variety of cakes, slices and raw vegan cheesecakes are made daily
DINNER DINNER
  • Breadless burger platter $18.95
    • a tasty veggie pattie topped with grilled cheese, gherkins, tomato and mayo. served fried and a fresh seasonal salad, gluten free and vegan options
  • Dal $8.95
    • blended red lentils mingled with mild spices gently simmered to perfection. vegan option available, gluten-free
  • Zen sticks $12.95
    • skewers of grilled tempeh drizzled with sesame soy sauce on a bed of salad greens. vegan, gluten-free, onion & garlic free
  • Antipasto platter $18.95
    • an antipasti selection of marinated olives, seasonal vegetables, sunflower seed patties, house dips and grilled pita bread. vegan
  • Nachos $11.95 - $15.95
    • refrito beans served with melted cheese, salsa and organic sour cream on corn chips, gluten-free. vegan option
  • Nori wrap $16.95
    • kimchae, salad, cashew mayo and activated spicy seeds wrapped in a toasted nori sheet
  • Chefs seasonal salad n/a
    • chef's creation making the most of the freshest and finest local seasonal vegetables
  • Pizza $14.00 - $25.00
    • made with locally sourced seasonal produce, organic where possible. vegan and gluten free options
  • Masala dosa $16.95
    • our signature south indian lentil and rice dosa crepe filled with potato masala. served with dal and chutney. vegan, gluten-free
  • Pondicherry dosa $18.95
    • a lentil and rice dosa crepe filled with hot and spicy chutney, potato masala, onion and fresh coriander. served with dal and cutney. vegan, gluten-free
  • Curry dosa $18.95
    • today's curry with basmati rice served with a fresh dosa and house chutney. vegan option available. gluten-free
  • Humming burger $16.95 - $19.95
    • our signature deluxe nut pattie topped with melted cheddar, house chutney, gherkins, tomato, lettuce and mayo. served with salad and/or fries
  • Sun burger $15.95 - $18.95
    • a tasty sunflower seed pattie with melted cheese, house chutney, mayo and fresh salad. served with salad and/or fries
  • Halloumi burger $17.95 - $20.95
    • grilled halloumi cheee, chargrilled capsicum, basil pesto, caramelised onion, lettuce and mayonnaise

Nearby Sample Menus

Cashmere Fish & Chips (sample menu)
  • PLAIN $3.70
  • TOMATO $4.50
  • CHEESE & ONION PATTY $2.20
  • HOKI FILLET CRUMBED $5.20
  • CALAMARI RINGS 6 FOR $5.50
  • SPRING ROLL $3.20
  • SEAFOOD STICK $2.00
  • HOT DOG $2.20
Moon Wah (sample menu)
  • 25. Vegetable Chow Mein
  • 15. Roast Pork Fried Rice
  • 32. Lemon Fish
  • 30. Nasi Goreng (Rice)
  • 7. Pork Fried Rice
  • 5. Curried Chicken on Fried Rice
  • 36. Prawn Fried Rice
  • 18. Roast Pork Foo Young
Ken's Takeaway (sample menu)
  • FISH $5.00
  • Donut $2.00
  • EGG $4.00
  • PRAWN CHOP SUEY $12.00
  • Crab Stick $2.00
  • COMBINATION FRIED RICE $11.50
  • Bacon Pattie $2.40
  • SWEET & SOUR FISH $12.50
Costas Taverna Greek Restaurant and Ouzo Bar (sample menu)
  • Grandma's Cheese Pastries $11.99
    • Just like our Grandma used to make, flaky triangular pastries filled with four varieties of scrumptious melted cheese, served with thick ‘n creamy tzatziki. V
  • Grilled Canterbury Lamb $25.50/ $29.99
    • Export quality Canterbury lamb marinated with Costas® traditional herbs ‘n spices and cooked to tender perfection.(R/ G)
  • Mamma's Moussaka $27.99
    • Baked layers of herb crusted agria potato, fresh eggplant and rich mince sauce, topped with creamy béchamel and sprinkled with imported Kefalograviera cheese, served with a side of fresh garden salad.
  • Dreaming Of Dolmades $11.99
    • Steam softened grape vine leaves packed with sticky arborio rice and fine herbs, dressed with extra virgin olive ‘n lemon oil, served with thick ‘n creamy tzatziki. V GF
  • Mountain Tea Smoked Pork Cutlets $33.99
    • Tender pork cutlets smoked with Greek mountain tea, char-grilled and glazed with red wine syrup, served with fire roasted Mediterranean vegetables on a bed of garlic ‘n olive oil crushed potatoes, topped with sweet chunky fruit chutney. DF GF
  • Spanakopita Of Kiani $11.99
    • Crispy golden filo pastry filled with melted feta cheese, steam softened spinach leaves, fresh herbs and sautéed onions, served with thick ‘n creamy tzatziki. V
  • Salata Costas $23.50
    • Chunks of char-grilled chicken breast and streaky bacon, tossed through fine salad, free-range egg, Greek Kefalograviera cheese and pita croutons, topped with sundried tomato, green olive ‘n herb dressing.
  • Mediterranean Meatballs $11.99
    • Fork-tender marinated meatballs oven baked and finished in a rich tomato, onion and red wine sauce, topped with melted Kefalograviera cheese, served with toasted village pita bread.
Shanghai Street Dumplings (sample menu)
  • Home-Style Bean Curd with Steamed Rice $16.50
    • Tofu, mushroom and Bok-Choy
  • Fresh Beef and Capsicum, Mushroom, Potato, Onion $16.50
    • with spicy sauce
  • Shanghai Xiao Long Bao (for five) $13.50
    • Steamed yummy juicy Buns stuffed with pork and chicken stock soup
  • Spicy beef salad $16.00
  • Green bean salad $12.00
  • Ho Fen (Rice Noodles) $15.50
    • Stir-fried rice noodles with bean sprouts, garlic chives - Chicken with Pad Thai sauce
  • Garlic cucumber salad $12.00
  • Norman's soy beef $18.00
The Little Thai Kitchen (sample menu)
  • Alternate Selection Of Meats And Vegetarian Available
  • -Prawns $19.00
  • Larb Kai/ Minced Chicken Salad $14.50
    • Minced Chicken, Asian Herbs, Roasted Rice Powder, Chilli, Lime Juice, Topped With Fried Shallots
  • Classic Thai Fish Cake (7) $7.00
    • Minced Fish Fillets, Red Curry Paste, Egg, Fresh Herbs Served With Home Made Sweet Chilli Sauce
  • Exotic Pad Thai
    • Rice Stick Noodles, Egg, Tofu, Bean Sprout Garlic Chives, Roasted Peanut, Chilli Powder With Tamarind Palm Sugar Sauce
  • -Vegetable And Tofu $12.00
  • Pad Kea Mow (Chilli Basil Noodles)
    • Flat Rice Noodles, Garlic, Egg, Basil, Carrot And Spring Onions
  • -Vegetable And Tofu $12.00
Ristretto (sample menu)
  • Open Chicken Sandwich: $17.50
    • Fresh Lettuce with Pan fried Chicken breast, brie, Pesto & Mayo on toasted foccacia
  • with salmon and cream cheese $10.00
  • Bagels:
  • Sides $5.00
    • Eggs (2), Hashbrowns (2), Bacon (2), Herb Sausages (4), Oven Roasted Mushrooms, Tomatoes, Smoked Salmon
  • Salad Plate: $15.00
    • Your selection from our freshly made salads with toasted foccacia
  • Scrambled eggs on toast: $12.50
  • Creamy Mushrooms on Toast: $17.00
    • Sliced Portabello Mushrooms in a creamy sauce served on foccacia
  • with jam and cream cheese $8.00
Monteiths Avonhead (sample menu)
  • Prime angus beef fillet $37.50
    • Cooked to your liking, over sweet potato puree, roasted baby beets, creme fraiche, red wine jus and parmesan crisps
  • Mushrooms $5.00
  • Homemade traditional cheesecake $11.90
    • Ask for details of our chef's latest creation
  • Merrin St chicken $29.50
  • Beef, beer and mash $19.90
    • Slow cooked beef in monteith's black beer, served with creamy mash potato, green peas and crispy pastry
  • South island salmon fillet $30.50
    • Pan seared over potato gratin, creamed spinach, parmesan crisps and hollandaise
  • Affogato $14.90
    • Vanilla ice cream espresso shot and liqueur of your choice
  • Creme brulee $11.90
    • A classic favourite, light creamy egg custard topped with crunchy golden toffee and served with berries
Mum's 24 Restaurant (sample menu)
  • Yookgejang (spicy beef soup with rice) $12.00
    • Spicy soup made with beef, spring onions, mushrooms in a red broth seasoned with chilli, garlic and soy sauce
  • Udon (Vegetarian available) $11.00
    • Famous Japanese noodle soup
  • Chicken Bulgogi $12.00
    • Succulent chicken breast pieces marinated in Mum’s special blend of soy sauce, black pepper, onions, garlic served with vegetables
  • Chicken Katsudon $12.00
    • Deep fried crumbed chicken cutlet with cooked veges and egg in a special soy sauce
  • Bibimbap (Tofu/Chicken/Beef) (Vegetarian available) $12.00
    • This literally means ‘mixed meal’ and is made by combining steamed rice with a variety of vegetables, egg, your favourite meat or tofu and mixing altogether with a delicious red chilli paste called ‘gochujang’
  • Lunch Box $16.50
    • A: Salad, Tempura, Sashimi, Miso, Soup and Rice / B: Salad, Tempura, Teriyaki Chicken, Miso soup and rice / C: Roll Sushi, Nigiri Sushi, Sashimi and Miso Soup / D: Salad, Sashimi, Teriyaki Chicken, Miso soup and rice
  • Bulgogi (Beef) $12.00
    • Thinly sliced beef marinated in a delicious blend of Mum’s special soy sauce, sesame oil, black pepper, onions and garlic served with vegetables
  • Spicy Pork $12.00
    • Thinly sliced pork marinated in a delicious blend of spicy chilli sauce, onions and garlic served with vegetables
Urban Gourmand (sample menu)
  • Smoked Chicken Sage / Onion Relish $10
  • Deluxe Cheese Toastie $8
  • Rump Steak, Roast Veg Chutney, Grilled Cheese $10
  • Best Bacon Buttie $8
  • Haast Whitebait Fritter $8
  • Plus Fried Eggs $1
  • Kransky and Egg Roll $8
    • Fried or Scrambled
  • Pulled Pork, Grilled Cheese, Red Pepper Relish $10
South Bar and Cafe (sample menu)
  • Crispy polenta (fried) GF $10.00
    • Served with rocket, shaved parmesan and aioli
  • Duo of beef GF $29.50
    • Grilled sirloin of beef and braised brisket with fondant potato, red onion marmalade, bell pepper vinaigrette and jus
  • Moroccan lamb salad GF $21.50
    • Grilled canterburry lamb with baby spinach, chick peas, crumbed feta, grilled courgette, pangrelato and yoghurt and mint dressing
  • Junior cheeseburger $9.50
  • Scallops (warm) GF $16.00
    • Pan fried served with pineapple salsa and bacon
  • Calamari salad (warm) GF on request $14.00
    • Grilled calamari with pangrelato and citrus dressing
  • Grilled chicken salad GF $19.50
    • Gourmet lettuce with tomatoes, orange segments, diced brie, toasted cashew and raspberry vinaigrette
  • Chicken bacon wrap $19.50
    • Grilled chicken breast with bacon, mesclun, slaw and sweet chilli wrapped in a flour tortilla served with garden salad, fries and aioli
Cafe Stir (sample menu)
  • Teriyaki Chicken Pizza $21.50
    • Tomato paste base with Teriyaki Chicken, mushroom, onion, edam cheese served with fresh spinach and parmesan cheese, topped with BBQ sauce
  • Open Chicken Sandwich
  • Chips Bowl $8.00
    • Served with tomato sauce and aioli sauce
  • -Scramble
  • Garlic Mussels Spaghetti $19.20
    • Mussels, onion, mushroom, cream, cheese and garnished with basil
  • Toast Bagel $8.00
    • With Cream cheese
  • Whitebait Sandwich $18.00
    • White side of green salad +Sliced lemon
  • Pumpkin Soup $12.00
    • With bacon served with two toast and butter
Spice 'n' Life Indian Cuisine (sample menu)
  • Lamb Rogan Josh $20.00
    • A popular lamb dish from Kashmir, prepared with onion, garlic, ginger, tomato paste & fine Kashmiri masala.
  • Cheese Naan $5.00
    • Naan stuffed with cottage cheese
  • Beef Madras $19.00
    • A coconut based gravy. A curry full of flavorsome spices from South East coastal city of India-Madras
  • Traditional Chicken Curry $18.50
    • Traditional Indian Curry flavored with various (nearly 11) Indian spices.
  • Mushroom Mattar $17.50
    • Mushroom and Green peas curry cooked in spices full of flavor
  • Mushroom Paneer Tikka $ 8.00
    • Mushrooms, slices of capsicum, cottage cheese and onions marinated in tandoori paste and cooked in tandoor.
  • Fish Tikka Masala $21.00
    • Spicy gravy with crushed tomatoes, capsicum and onions.
  • Aloo Paneer Tikki $ 8.00
    • Boiled potatoes mashed & mixed with cottage cheese, then cooked in fry pan
BB's Cafe (sample menu)
  • BBs Salmon $22.90
    • 200g. salmon grilled to your liking served with prawns & garden salad.
  • Burger & Chips $14.90
    • Gourmet Beef patty with egg, cheese, lettuce, onion & tomato served with crispy chips
  • Muesli(GF) $9.00
    • mixture select of oats, nuts & seeds, served with seasonal fruit, yoghurt & trim milk
  • Egg on toast $8.50
    • 2 eggs in any style & toast
  • Nachos $9.00
    • served with salsa, cheese, beans & sour cream
  • French toast $13.00
    • served with Bacon & grilled banana
  • Wedges $9.00
    • served with bacon & cheese
  • Kids Toasted Bagel $6.00
    • with cream cheese & jam
Shamiana Cuisines of India (sample menu)
  • LAMB BIRYANI $10.00
  • Seek Kebab Wrap $6.00
  • LAMB MADRAS $10.00
  • CHANNA MASALA $7.00
  • CHICKEN KORMA $10.00
  • Mango Chicken $10.00
  • ROGAN JOSH $10.00
  • Garlic Dahl $7.00
The Lotus-Heart Vegetarian Restaurant

The Lotus-Heart Vegetarian Restaurant

location

Address

363 St Asaph Street, Christchurch, 8011, New Zealand

phone

Phone

033772727

email

Email

mail@thelotusheart.co.nz

clock

Opened hours

Sunday 7:30 - 15:00 Tuesday 7:30 - 15:00 Wednesday 7:30 - 15:00 Thursday 7:30 - 15:00 Friday 7:30 - 15:00 17:00 - 21:00 Saturday 7:30 - 15:00 17:00 - 21:00
price range

Price

$10 - $20

type

Type

None

service level

Service

Table Service

cuisine

Cuisine

Gluten Free , Health Food , Vegan , Vegetarian

features

Features

Reservations ,  Breakfast ,  Waitstaff ,  Takeout ,  Seating ,  Dinner ,  Child-friendly

Location
363 St Asaph Street, Christchurch, 8011, New Zealand
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