New Westminster has a diverse selection of restaurants that offer delicious food for both carnivores and vegetarians. Whether you’re a full-time vegetarian or just someone looking for a healthy lunch or dinner, these restaurants featuring meat-free fare will give you some ideas of where to go next.
This popular restaurant serves Malaysian dishes influenced by a variety of different international cuisines, including Portuguese, Indian and Chinese. The menu has plenty of vegetarian fare and you can even ask them to convert regular meat dishes into veggie. Try a tangy Green Mango and Papaya Salad to start, and then move on to the Sayur Lemak — mixed vegetables in a Malaysian curry — for a rich and flavourful entrée.
Are you a vegetarian and in the mood for contemporary Chinese food? Look no further than this refined gem in the River Market. Wild Rice has a spacious and bright interior that’s big enough to fit a crowd, and it serves lots of smaller dishes to share with friends. The tasty Asian-inspired menu is made with ingredients that are local, farm-fresh, sustainable and in-season, so you can feel good about every dish your order.
This New Westminster delight doesn’t just make great fries — you’ll also find amazing vegetarian burgers and vegan poutines on the menu. The burger comes with spicy chipotle mayo, feta and arugula, while the poutine has been known to impress carnivores and hardcore vegans alike. What’s more, all entrees come with a hearty serving of freshly cut fries, and gluten-free options abound.
Nestled in the heart of New Westminster, this burger joint has gourmet burger and sandwich options for meat eaters and non-meat eaters alike. The Mexican Meatless Garden Burger gets a fresh and zesty finish from the salsa, guacamole and jalapeños, while the Heaven Sent Meatless Burger features an amazing patty made with fresh mushrooms and onions. Don’t forget to customize your Heaven Sent burger with your favourite sauce and choice of toppings.
Falafel is a vegetarian favourite for a reason: it’s fresh, fast and cheap. Taza Falafel House offers this healthy Middle Eastern staple expertly prepared and made from a traditional recipe, perfect for lunch or dinner. Taza also has more seating than your average falafel place, so it’s ideal for one or two or a crowd.