Nikau Cafe - Wellington

This café in Wellington has had a strong reputation for many years. However, when I joined five non-vegan friends for lunch today, I was disappointed to find that there was only one vegan main dish option available, with the second option being a mistake. The vegan adaptation of the rice dish I ordered was expensive and uninspiring, so I opted to just have coffee and lunch elsewhere. It was disappointing that there were no vegan cabinet options and the staff seemed uninterested in catering to my dietary needs. In a time when many restaurants are offering creative vegan menu options, Nikau still has some catching up to do. I would recommend exploring other vegan-friendly restaurants until Nikau improves their offerings for vegans.

This lovely cafe has outdoor seating where you can bask in the sun. However, they only offer two vegan options on the menu and they do not allow ingredient swaps (e.g. eggs for mushrooms) without an additional charge. The staff is friendly, but it seems like the chefs are not very accommodating. It is worth noting that they used to have a wider variety of vegan options available.

This restaurant is a fantastic spot for brunch on the weekends. It's one of the rare places that accepts reservations. The eggs and toast were delicious, as well as the coffee. The standout dish was the Kedgeree. However, the Cheese Scone was only warmed in the microwave, not toasted. They did inform us about this beforehand though.

I had a wonderful experience at this restaurant. The coffee was delicious and the food was fantastic. The avocado toast was especially tasty, and the porridge was excellent. The scone was also very tasty, with a slightly muffin-like texture. Highly recommend this place!

The specials at this restaurant are delicious, and the service is friendly even when they are busy. The dishes are full of flavor and made with fresh ingredients. Everything is served warm and beautifully presented. Take advantage of the outdoor seating on a sunny day in Wellington, some tables have umbrellas for shade.