Re-opened Aug 2016 after repairs, this cafe is part of the Fo Guang Shan Buddhist Temple and formerly known as Fo Guang Shan Tea House. Modern setting and looks out into a walled courtyard. Variety of hot dishes include noodles, fried rice, curry, dumplings, fried beancurd drumsticks, plus salads and desserts. Open Tue-Sat 9:30am-4:00pm.
Categories: Vegan-friendly, Lacto, Ovo, Chinese, Take-out, Taiwanese
10 Reviews
First Review by sassyjac3
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Decent lunch spot - Edit
We came here for a late lunch around 3pm and the place was pretty empty. We ordered a teriyaki pork meal and a fillet burger. The teriyaki was nice, if a little sweet for my taste. The burger was very good and quite filling with all the crinkle-cut fries. I had been considering some delicious-looking cakes in the cabinet but was too full after the meal. I’d come back, as it seemed like a decent place for lunch.
Pros: Good lunch
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Best place on Earth - Edit
This place is amazing and the food is incredible. We had the chickpea burger and the Nutella cake... was so far the best burger and cake I ever had!! If you are in Chch you MUST go there to have some incredible food in a peaceful place
Pros: Lots of Vegan options
Cons: Nothing
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Amazing nurturing food - Edit
All vegetarian and vegan. I had the daily special which was rice, steamed veges, an amazing curry and some kind of fake meat dumpling dish. All soooo tasty. Very peaceful environment too. Lovely staff
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amazing food and peaceful atmosphere - Edit
Tried the charcoal bun crispy vegan fillet, it was incredible! Really nice place to eat.
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So many flavours! - Edit
My sister and I went here for lunch today. Oh my gosh the food was so amazing! The staff were so friendly and kind. And they had a lovely fire we could sit by to keep warm. I feel like this cafe really pays attention to the small details. The water jugs had slices of orange, lemon and cucumber in them! And whilst it may not seem like a big deal its all the little things like that, that make your experience. We got the chic pea burger, steamed dumplings, salt and pepper soft tofu, and the daily curry special (it had mock beef in it made from beans!). All of which were super tasty and so full of flavour! The cabinet was also full of an array of cakes/treats which looked delicious but our stomachs were much to full to fit anything else. I did spot a vegan apple crumble served with ice-cream I will be going back for!
Pros: 1. Lovely staff, 2. Calm atmosphere , 3. Delicious food
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I can't believe it's vegan! - Edit
Amazing! My boyfriend and I shared the pan fried dumplings (filled with veges like bok choy and ginger), BBQ steamed "pork" buns, and the frier noodles. All vegan. The noodles were served with a combination of veges, tofu and mock meats (the mock BBQ pork was the best).
Pros: Lots of vegan options, Choice of cabinet food or cooked meals, Mock meats
Cons: The wontons aren't vegan :(
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Wonderful place and great food! - Edit
This is an experience that you can't miss. The architecture and design from outside is unique. The mains and desserts here are not to missed too! It really doesn't matter if you are a vegetarian or not, the food is fantastic, the environment is soothing
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Pros: Wonderful food, Great atmostphere, Lovely staffs
Cons: Can't think of any... really...
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Closed - Edit
Has been closed for a few years for earthquake repairs but hopefully will reopen in the future. Owners plan to reopen once the building is safe.
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zen garden upscale koi pond art gallery bhuddist - Edit
perfect!
japanese, korean, taiwanese selection with dim sum
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BUddhist Temple - Edit
I really liked this place. It is located inside the BUddhist Temple in Riccarton but itt gets quite a good buisness and the food is very tasty. The atmosphere is the best of almost any vegetarian restaurant I've reviewed so far and vegans, like myself, are very catered to.
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