The Lotus-Heart exterior at dusk

Vegetarian restaurant

The Lotus-Heart

Colourful, thoughtful food in a calm Christchurch setting.

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Made with care, served with calm.

The Lotus-Heart is a vegetarian restaurant in central Christchurch, serving breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner with many vegan options. The menu brings together colourful bowls, burgers, curries, dosa, coffee and house-made drinks in a relaxed setting. Dine in, enjoy the outdoor seating, or pick up cakes and takeaways from Saint Asaph Street. Friday and Saturday evenings add a dedicated dinner service, while the daytime hours suit an easy breakfast, a nourishing lunch, or coffee with friends.

Kitchen
Vegetarian, mostly vegan
Service
Breakfast to weekend dinner
Setting
Dine-in and outdoor seating
A painted lotus goddess mural above restaurant tables
A colourful lotus mural in the dining room

Vegetarian, mostly vegan

Breakfast and brunch

Weekend dinner

Outdoor seating

Cakes and takeaways

Free parking options

Google reviews

4.6 from 716 Google reviews

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C P
C P★★★★★
“The American-style pancakes for breakfast were amazing. Masala coffee is also a delight.”
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Pam Cowper
Pam Cowper★★★★★
“The Peace Bowl and homemade kombucha was divine. The staff were so friendly.”
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363 Saint Asaph Street
Christchurch Central City
Christchurch 8011
03 377 2727
Monday
Closed
Tuesday - Thursday
8.30am - 3.30pm
Friday - Saturday
8.30am - 3.30pm
5pm - 9pm
Sunday
8.30am - 3.30pm

Dine-in, outdoor seating, takeaway, free street parking and a free parking lot are available.

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