Vegan
Western
Take-out
Bakery
Breakfast
Vegan cafe and bakery offering plant-based milk for tea and coffee, and features cabinet food as well as an all-day menu. Find choices ike sausage rolls, sandwiches, smoothie bowls, cream cakes, danishes, burgers, and more. Est. 2017. Kitchen closes 2:30pm. Open Tue-Fri 9:00am-6:00pm, Sat 9:00am-4:00pm.
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322 Lincoln Rd, Addington, Christchurch, New Zealand, 8024
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Added by channellehazel on 18 Jul 2017
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144 Reviews
First Review by channellehazel
CLRtraveller
Points +9622
Food menu, beverages, treats and groceries - all vegan! - Edit
Had lunch, then shopped. No animal products anywhere in the store. The Breakfast Burger was delicious! The tasty patty came with special touches: hash-brown sticks and a bun with cheez melted onto it! Menu includes smoothies, milkshakes, housemade ginger ale, hot chocolate; buddha bowl, onion rings, daily soup, breakfast plate.
Read moreI appreciate there being three sizes of coffees - I had a small soy latte, which is the amount I wanted.
Shop shelves have many interesting products and include some good things for travellers, such as peanut-butter sachets, oatmilk powder and containers of pâté and “fish” salad. Sweet things include Dandies marshmallows (maple-flavoured too!), Vego chocolate bars (a world favourite), Biscoff spread and Dunedin-made cheezy spreads in three flavours (I bought the 'creamy camembert with hint of truffle oil'). Store sells several barista-style plant milks, whipped topping, appetizers and gift boxes, no-alcohol beers, spices, soup mixes, some fresh breads and buns, handmade soaps and many gluten-free items.
Cabinet is full of fabulous sandwiches, wraps, savoury pies, cinnamon rolls, cupcakes and other baked treats. I’ve tried several, and they are all scrumptious.
They’re also selling a good-looking cookbook of some of their wares.
Catering, wholesale and online shop available.
Closed Sun-Mon. Kitchen menu till 4 pm. Credit-card surcharge 2%.
Updated from previous review on 2025-05-28
Pros: all vegan
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MaxMessenger
Points +31
Superb food and suppies - Edit
Great selection from the counter and menu
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citizenInsane
Points +1579
With love - Edit
I visited every time I went to Christchurch, and it's one of my favourite cafes in NZ because everything seems to be made with love.
Read moreThe space feels quite magic - a beautiful old wooden building which is quiet and decorated with love, and contrasts with the non-descript industrial area it's standing in. The staff are genuinely lovely, and the food has always been amazing. I have the feeling that the menu has shifted across the years to become a bit less original - with diverse burgers and fries, but also a delicious buddha bowl (what I had this time around) and big brekkie. The cabinet also always has great wraps and sammies - I still remember the wrap I bought on my motorbike trip and ate on Kaikoura beach.
They also used to sell the essentials, which has now expanded to desirables!
Updated from previous review on 2021-03-01
Pros: Wonderful place, Friendly staff, Food made with love
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nicole_m
Points +3832
Classic Kiwi fare made vegan - Edit
Love the Belgian biscuits, breakfast burger, savoury muffins, savoury scrolls etc. lots of great grocery items too - don’t miss the little freezer to the right when you come in the main door.
Read morePros: All vegan, Yummy food
Cons: Limited seating inside, Not open Sunday or Monday
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ClaireRodenbourg
Points +3140
Vegan Paradise!! - Edit
I went there for lunch and it was simply amazing. Everything on the menu sounded delicious, as well as all the food (quite a lot) in the cabinet.
Read moreI decided to take the buddha bowl with a green smoothie, and for dessert i took the blue latte and a kiwi/raspberry Choco Cake. Incredible good taste!!
For takeaway i got the cookie and a savoury muffin.
The staff was super friendly and the sitting area super cozy.
The little supermarket shop was really nice too.
Highly recommend this awesome place!!
Updated from previous review on 2025-04-18
Pros: Amazing Food, Cozy Sitting area, Lovely Staff
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SteveMcBeef
Points +188
Vegan Heaven - Edit
Not only super wholesome and delicious food options but also a little supermarket with all the important vegan stuff you won't get anywhere else in town. Absolutely loved it!
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Motionz
Points +137
Real yum. - Edit
We had the big breakfast, everything on the plate was tasty - the house beans were next level. Great selection of vegan treats!! I really appreciate a good coffee and these guys did not disappoint.
Read morePros: Great selection , Coffee was 👌🏽, Friendly staff
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Lanilasagni
Points +168
Lovely cafe run by people who obviously care about delicious vegan food - Edit
My boyfriend and I shared Bob’s big breakfast and Tex Mex enchiladas (daily special) and oh my gosh they were both delicious! I think the sausages in the breakfast were house-made and we both thought they were perhaps the best vegan sausages we’ve had. The enchiladas had a hemp-based protein in the filling which was also insanely good, similar to soy curls.
Read moreAlso got a pain au chocolat (pretty good) and matcha latte with coconut milk (different and richer than most matcha lattes I’ve had but definitely a fan). Got an Afghan cookie to go, which was rich and chocolatey even 4 hours later.
Everything tasted great, good sized servings, the only issue is there were too many options in the sweets cabinet, if we were staying in the city longer I would’ve come back to try more.
The place also had a lovely, warm vibe. I think there was a sign saying the business was for sale, I hope it sticks around ❤️
Pros: So many sweets to choose from!, Delicious brunch options , Generous servings
Cons: Hard to choose! (Not a con), A bit of a walk from central (also a good thing
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dave-alter
Points +318
Our favorite vegan restaurant in Christchurch - Edit
We tried all four 100% vegan spots in Christchurch and this one was our number 1. We just loved everything about it! The food, the people, the location! We ate there only once but got some of their amazing cabinet food on multiple occasions. Highly recommend!
Read morePros: Delicious , Friendly, Affordable
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Anniefield
Points +61
Fabulous vegan cafe! - Edit
Fabulous vegan cafe with yummy savoury and sweet options. I returned every day whilst in Christchurch and tried the Breakfast Burger, the Loaded Bagel, Sausage Roll and toastie. A Cronut, Caramel Bun, choc Chip Cookie and Fudge. All to die for! The staff were brilliant and couldn’t do enough. There were also shelves of vegan and gluten free goods to buy. Highly recommend a visit. You really don’t need to be vegan to appreciate this fabulous cafe!!
Read morePros: Fabulous food, The staff are passionately committed , Warm and welcoming vibe
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azekyo
Points +54
Great food, friendly staff - Edit
Had the Quarter pounder and partner had the bagel, both were great. Burger was big, with chips added it was a very hefty meal for this 73kg human
Read moreCoffee also very good!
Big place too. Eccentric shack seating beyond a garden area, beyond the entry area.
Updated from previous review on 2024-10-23
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MaximeVG
Points +575
Vegan café and shop - Edit
Lot of grocery item there, which is amazing. The food is great too.
Read morePros: Grocery
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RodPik
Points +24
Good - Edit
3 of us had lunch here. Good bagel, coffees and “sausage roll”, yummy smoothie and doughnuts; and okay quinoa salad which, however, had very little quinoa. Smallish portions for the price.
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lesbeanflannel
Points +972
YUMMMMM - Edit
We both had the quarter pounders and LOVED them! Prices were so cheap compared to what we were expecting, and portions HUGE. Partner ordered a side of chips and could barely eat any after the burger 😆 Burger was so tasty. They have plenty other options on display cases, sweet treats, and a store full of vegan items. Will definitely be back!
Read morePros: All vegan , Prices, Portions
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Grace_C
Points +20
Best place in Christchurch - Edit
This is my favourite place in Christchurch, whenever we go here we are so impressed. My husband said the quarter pounder is the best burger he has ever had. All the sweet items have been so delicious.
Read moreThe staff are always lovely and friendly and it has a great atmosphere
Pros: Wide selection , Great staff and atmosphere , Able to buy items in the shop
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aliram
Points +275
Fully vegan cafe and shop! - Edit
Just brilliant, has a range of places to eat, brilliant food and coffee and also has a really diverse range in their shop
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laska-eats
Points +68
So good we went back the next day - Edit
One of the best vegan breakfasts we've had anywhere. Strikes a rare balance between all the best notes of a full breakfast and feeling clean and healthful. Staff were super helpful and accommodating. Also took away a couple of sandos for lunch and both of those were excellent too.
Read morePros: Friendly staff, Excellent food, Nice atmosphere
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kimmyeats
Points +801
Best burger ever - Edit
The quarter pounder is next level!! How they melt the cheez onto the patty and crispy bits come out the sides... Wow. The custard doughnut was also amazing and the mushroom leek pie and coconut iced coffee were really good too.
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Mr.BradRaven
Points +86
The BEST Vegan Cafe. - Edit
Simply the best in food, service and atmosphere. I have been to Portershed more times than I can count. I love that everything is made in house and freshly made. And of course, the Hash Attack burger is the BEST brekkie burger I have ever had. And I'm sure Emma makes them bigger every time I order one to see if I can finish it.. It has beaten me a couple of times! 😄
Read morePros: Food, Service, Freshly made
Cons: It's not open 7 days 😪
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Hellesbelles
Points +84
Outstanding - Edit
We only had time for coffee and cakes but they were delicious. So much to choose from in the cabinet (savoury and sweet) plus they have a menu too. Also an amazing selection of vegan grocery goods (didn’t see any fresh produce).
Read morePros: Range of vegan food, Nice atmosphere, Great friendly staff
Cons: A little out of the town centre - worth the walk
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NikolasFredriksen
Points +65
Vegan Wonderland not to be missed - Edit
Got the big Brekky and it was absolutely mind blowing. Beans had an amazing smoky flavor and the chorizo sausage was the best vegan sausage I’ve ever had. The store sells tons of vegan products and has a cozy atmosphere with very friendly staff. Do not skip on this gem as it’s one of the best vegan spots in NZ!
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BridgetLove
Points +479
Best vegan cafe - Edit
Absolutely loved my big breakfast ! So delicious and had so many different parts to it. Great little vegan store there too.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2024-02-13
Pros: Great coffee, Cute atmosphere
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VeganSoapDude
Points +10174
Best food in Christchurch - Edit
My burger was phenomenal. I'd go back anytime if I was local. Definitely worth a stop if you're here
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Dance4Plants
Points +353
Great cafe and market - Edit
Sooo many cool vegan products and the food and coffee is bomb.
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piCklepie
Points +20
Best place in Christchurch and beyond! - Edit
I love Potershed! Go everytime im in Chch. Amazing selection of food! Really good! Biggest cabinet range ive seen.
Read morePros: The food, The options, Selection
Cons: A little pricey, They arent open all day!
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lenavara
Points +547
Great Café - Edit
Cute cafe, various vegan options, cafe prices are ok, but the store seems to be a bit pricey
Read morePros: All vegan , Good coffee quality
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rpoulova
Points +1737
Great store, mixed feelings about café - Edit
I've been to Portershed twice so far, and actually cannot decide what I think of it. I was hoping to get breakfast but there's no actual breakfast item on the menu, unless you eat burgers and fries for breakfast. I miss options such as pancakes or eggs benny.
Read moreThe cabinet options are decent but I was a bit disappointed that the staff didn't offer to heat up or toast the sandwich for me, actually didn't even unwrap it from the plastic.
I would give three stars but giving one extra for the store, which is actually amazing and you can buy many items which are not available elsewhere. It's expensive, though.
Personal favourite: purple latte!
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