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

  • French Toast $16.9
    • Brioche French toast w espresso mascarpone, maple syrup, toasted nuts + dried raspberries
  • Bacon $5
  • Seasonal fruit $3.5
  • Salmon Benedict $19
    • Poached egg, salmon, spinach, dried shallots, hollandaise on Turkish
  • Mushroom Medley $17.9
    • Shitake, swiss, white + Portobello mushrooms, roasted potatoes, spinach + poached egg
  • Toasties - Pick 3 $6
    • Ham, Cheese, Pineapple, Spaghetti, Onion, Relish, Marmite
  • French Toast $19
    • Brioche French toast w espresso mascarpone, maple syrup, toasted nuts + dried raspberries & w/ bacon
  • Rosti $5
  • Roasted Carrot
  • Sweet chilli
    • Tomato, bbq
  • Brazil nuts
  • Boiled Egg
  • Onion Rings x 6 $ 4
    • homemade old school style
  • Extra Meat $4
  • Kapiti brie
  • Green Stuffed Olives
  • Roasted duck (half/whole) $23.00/$45.00
  • Green beans with teriyaki pork on a hot plate $19.00
  • Salted chicken (whole) $25.00
  • Sticky rice ice cream balls $6.00
  • Deep fried salt & pepper fish $22.00
  • Squid on a hot plate $22.00
  • Mixed seafood curry $25.00
  • Cherry sundae $7.00
  • KAKUNI (PORK BELLY) $19.00
    • Pork Belly braised in special sweet ginger sauce
  • TEPPAN TERIYAKI CHICKEN $16.00
    • Chicken cooked teppanyaki style with traditional teriyaki sauce
  • YAKI UDON $11.90
    • Japanese udon noodle with chicken, veges, Japanese BBQ sauce & mayo
  • MISO SOUP $2.00
  • RICE $2.00
  • KAKIAGE TEMPURA OF ONIONS, KUMARA, PRAWNS & BEANS WITH HOT & SPICY MAYO (VEGETARIAN AVAILABLE ON REQUEST) $7.00
  • PORK TONKATSU $17.00
    • Japanese famous thick-cut deep fried pork fillet at it's best
  • NUMBAN CHICKEN $17.00
    • Tempura chicken with sweet ginger sauce & special tartare sauce
  • Bagels:
  • Smoked Salmon Sandwich: $18.00
    • Smoked salmon, cream cheese, avocado, lettuce, tomato, cucumber and mayo on toasted foccacia
  • BLAT $17.00
    • with avocado
  • with pesto and cream cheese $9.00
  • (Our eggs are free range & bacon, hashbrowns & sausages Gluten Free)
  • Open Chicken Sandwich: $17.50
    • Fresh Lettuce with Pan fried Chicken breast, brie, Pesto & Mayo on toasted foccacia
  • Salad Plate: $15.00
    • Your selection from our freshly made salads with toasted foccacia
  • with jam and cream cheese $8.00
  • Pulled Pork Carnitas (Mini $9.90) $13.90
  • Paleo Salad $14.00
    • Chargrilled chicken with fajita veggies and guacamole with cumin lime vinaigrette on the side (No dairy or carbs, it’s Paleo, yo!)
  • Nacho Supreme $16.20
    • Seasoned double mince with traditional pinto beans, chipotle crema and guacamole
  • Chargrilled Chicken A La Brasa $14.60
  • Slow Roasted Beef Barbacoa $14.40
  • Pulled Pork Carnitas $14.10
  • Chargrilled Chicken A La Brasa $14.60
  • Chargrilled Chicken A La Brasa $12.00
  • Garlic Loaf $9.99
  • Ploughman’s Platter $14.50
    • Pickles, Ham, Brie, Grapes, Warmed bread and Paris butter
  • D.I.Y Bagels $13.50
    • choose 1 smoked, Chicken, Salmon, Falafel, Bacon; choose 2 Cream cheese, Tomato, Brie, Capers, Avocado smash, Pesto
  • Check out our Cabinet for today’s Bakes $4.50
    • Slice
  • Onion and Cheese Rolls $12.00
    • With homemade tomato relish
  • LB’s Big Breakfast $20.00
    • Eggs, bacon, tomato, hash brown, mushroom and bratwurst sausage, served with toast
  • Steak Fritz $22.50
    • 200g Porterhouse steak with Paris butter and shoestring fries
  • Lamb Shank Pie $22.50
    • Braised lamb shank served encased in puff pastry with mash potato
  • Toasted Sandwich $7.00
    • served on 3 slices of bread, your choice of fillings
  • Soup of the Day $10.50
    • served with a mini Bagel or Toast
  • Side Salad $7.50 or Whole Salad $12
  • Potato cake, Bread $2.50
  • Toasted Muesli $13.00
    • served with fresh fruit & yogurt
  • Eggs Benedict $18.50
    • either ham, bacon, smoked salmon or spinach & feta served with hollandaise
  • Omelette 3 $15.50
    • eggs served with your choice of fillings
  • Smoked Chicken or Smoked Salmon or Ham Salad $18.00
  • 74. Singapore Fried Rice Noodles $12.00
  • 23. Beef with Curry Sauce $14.00
  • 2. Beef Black Bean
  • 64. Prawn Fried Rice $13.00
  • 16. Chicken with Satay Sauce $14.00
  • 42. Sweet and Sour pork with Rice $13.00
  • 39. Ma Po Spicy Tofu $13.00
  • *Fish: Ling Fillet
  • Eggs Benedict $16.50
  • Bacon sandwich on sour dough with tomato jam $10.00
  • Creamy Pumpkin $15.00
  • Granola with natural yoghurt and berries $9.00
  • Toast w selection of jams $5.80
  • French toasted banana bread with maple mousse and berries $15.00
  • Soup of the day $15.00
  • Smoked salmon on rye with poached egg, avocado and sauce hollandaise $16.50
  • Gyu $38.00/ $68.00
    • thin sliced beef & tofu & seasonal vegetables cook it yourself in sukiyaki broth pot (For 1/ For 2)
  • Ebi mayo $38.00
    • 8 tiger prawns with house made mayo
  • Tori $19.00/ $32.00
    • chicken tenderloin & seasonal vegetables tempura (entrée/main)
  • Shika niku $34.00
    • cervena venison 200g
  • Dacho $34.00
    • ostrich 200g
  • Wasabi chizukeki $13.00
    • house made wasabi cheesecake
  • Ebi $19.00/ $32.00
    • prawns with seasonal vegetables (entrée/main)
  • Otoshi $6.00
    • house appetizer
  • Chilli and Garlic Prawns (GF)(DF) $17.00
    • Marinated prawns with avocado salsa, lemon aioli, lime & coconut
  • Garlic Bread (V) $9.50
    • Toasted baguette topped with garlic butter, pesto and Parmesan, served with aged balsamic and olive oil
  • House Made Focaccia Bread (*) $8.00
    • Our very own baked Focaccia with rosemary, olives and horopito served with Lepanto olive oil & Coriander Yogurt Dip
  • Organic Chicken Supreme (GF) $32.00
    • Organic Chicken Supreme resting on Wilted Spinach, Pumpkin & Saffron Risotto & finished with house made basil pesto >>
  • Succulent Canterbury Lamb Shank $33.00
    • Slow cooked Lamb Shank accompanied with sauteed baby vegetables, creamy whipped kumara mash and crushed minted peas
  • Arancini (V) $13.00
    • Risotto Balls crumbed & stuffed with Mozzarella served with Tomato & Chipotle relish & Smoked Mushroom Ragout
  • Soup of the Day (*)
    • Served with warm Bread rolls and Butter
  • Fried Eggs $4.00
  • 200gm rump steak $26.5
    • cooked to your liking and topped with garlic butter, served with a green salad and golden fries
  • The bird cage burger $23.5
    • grilled Cajun chicken breast with streaky bacon and guacamole. Served with golden fries
  • Beer battered fish and chips $19.5
    • today’s fresh fish in a light and crispy batter, served with golden fries and a chunky tartare sauce
  • Salt and paper squid $13
    • flash fried, semolina dusted squid with spiced mayo
  • Fried chicken wings $13
    • special spice coating and seasoning
  • Lamb salad $24.5
    • with roasted baby beetroot, green beans and goat’s cheese, finished with balsamic
  • Cranberry and chicken pizza $20
    • chicken, cranberry, roasted cashew nuts and cream cheese Gluten free bases available – add $4.0
  • No horsing around burger $23.5
    • crispy falafel patty, swiss cheese, carrot slaw, roast mushroom, hummus and onion rings. Served with Kumara chips
  • LASAGNE $10.50
  • FRIED CHICKEN 3.50
  • PASTA COMBO $15.50
    • lasagne, macaroni cheese or sherpherds pie with coleslaw & chips + 420 ml Coca- Cola Range
  • MACARONI CHEESE $13.50
    • with cheese or salad
  • CHICKEN & SALAD (2 pieces) $9.90
  • SOUP OF THE DAY $6.50
    • with bread roll
  • ROAST SANDWICH (beef, pork, lamb or chicken) $7.90
    • with salad on top
  • ROAST MEAT ROLLS (beef, pork, lamb or chicken) $7.90
    • with salad on top
  • Toastie $7.00
  • Panini $8.00
  • Pizza ​(with a homemade tomato sauce base) $10.00
  • Margerita (cheese, basil leaves)
  • Garlic bread (herbs, garlic butter) $5.00
  • Italian (olives, salami, mushrooms )
  • Cheese and ham (Multigrain bread, cheese, ham w/ tomato sauce)
  • Olive and Pepper (Olives and Roasted Pepper and homemade Tomato base)
The Lotus-Heart Vegetarian Restaurant

The Lotus-Heart Vegetarian Restaurant

location

Address

363 St Asaph Street, Christchurch, 8011, New Zealand

phone

Phone

033772727

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