The OriginSaint Albans, Christchurch
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Vegetarian cafe · Saint Albans

Origine Restaurant

95 Westminster Street, St Albans, Christchurch, 8014

Opening hours

Right now in Christchurch12:49 pm
Hours not confirmed

We have not yet confirmed the opening hours for The Origin. Many vegetarian cafes in Christchurch open for breakfast and lunch (roughly 7 am – 3 pm), but please check before you go.

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95 Westminster Street, St Albans, Christchurch, 8014

About

About The Origin

If you are looking for a vegetarian cafe in Saint Albans, Christchurch, The Origin at 95 Westminster Street in Saint Albans is one of the places worth knowing about. It is about 2.7 km from central Christchurch.

Diners come here for vegetarian food. If it is your first visit, look out for classics of the style such as falafel bowl. With 4 vegetarian options across Christchurch, this corner of the local food scene is well covered. The menu also crosses into vegan and cafe & brunch territory.

Opening hours for The Origin have not been confirmed on our listing yet. As with many vegetarian cafes in New Zealand, trading hours can change with the seasons and public holidays, so we recommend calling ahead on +64 3 355 5939 before you visit.

Good to know: wi-fi, vegetarian only and vegan options. For budgeting, vegetarian cafes of this kind in New Zealand typically cost around $20–$40 per person (Moderate). It is surrounded by other eateries: we count 10 more venues within about 1 km, which makes this part of Saint Albans easy to explore on foot.

On the menu

Menu highlights

Popular dishes for this style of vegetarian cafe with typical New Zealand prices.

Full menu guide
DrinksOat flat white

Double shot

$5.2–6.2

BrunchCoconut yoghurt bowl

With seasonal fruit

$14–18

BrunchVegan big breakfast

Mushrooms, beans, hash brown and toast

$23–28

Bowls & MainsTofu green curry

With jasmine rice

$21–25

Bowls & MainsMushroom pasta

Creamy cashew sauce

$21–26

SweetsBliss balls

Dates and cacao

$3.8–4.8

Plan your visit

When is The Origin busiest?

Estimated busy times based on typical hours and how people usually dine at vegetarian cafes in New Zealand. The gold bar marks the current hour.

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Usually busiest around 10 am on Fridays.

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Questions about The Origin

Where is The Origin?

The Origin is at 95 Westminster Street, St Albans, Christchurch, 8014, about 2.7 km from central Christchurch. Use the map on this page for turn-by-turn directions in Google Maps, Apple Maps or Waze.

What are The Origin's opening hours?

Opening hours have not been confirmed on our listing. Please contact the venue on +64 3 355 5939 before you visit.

What kind of food does The Origin serve?

Vegetarian food. See the menu page for typical dishes and price ranges for this style of vegetarian cafe.

How much does it cost to eat at The Origin?

As an estimate, a meal at a vegetarian cafe like this usually costs $20–$40 per person in New Zealand. Prices at the venue may differ.

Are there vegetarian or vegan options?

Yes – the listing notes vegetarian only and vegan options.

How can I contact The Origin?

You can call +64 3 355 5939. Tap the phone number on this page to call directly from your mobile.

What other restaurants are near The Origin?

The closest is St Albans Seafoods (20 m away). See the "Nearby" section for more options with distances.

Nearby

More places to eat near The Origin

Closest restaurants, cafes and takeaways, measured in a straight line.

Map of Saint Albans
St Albans Seafoods – Takeaway food 20 m
Takeaway

St Albans Seafoods

101 Westminster Street, Saint Albans
Saint Albans, Christchurch
Cafe Metro – Cafe food 40 m
Cafe

Cafe Metro

159 Cranford Street, St Albans
Saint Albans, Christchurch
Indian Flame – Indian food 40 m
Indian

Indian Flame

159 Cranford Street, St Albans
Saint Albans, Christchurch
Kidds Cakes – Cafe food 570 m
Cafe

Kidds Cakes

244 Cranford Street, Saint Albans
Saint Albans, Christchurch
Meshino Espresso – Cafe food 630 m
Cafe

Meshino Espresso

75 Rutland Street, St Albans
Saint Albans, Christchurch
Butcher's Apron – American food 810 m
American

Butcher's Apron

70 Edgeware Road, St Albans
Saint Albans, Christchurch

Other vegetarian places nearby

Vegetarian in Christchurch
NameAreaStatusDistance
Water Drop Vegetarian CafeRiccarton Central3.5 km
Welcome Vegetarian CafeRiccarton West4.9 km
DotcomSumner Town Centre–12 km