Bernie's Diner - Kaikoura

We ordered the veggie breakfast with vegan alterations, which included sausage, toast, beans, mushrooms, spinach, and tomato. We also ordered guacamole as an extra topping. The food was delicious in this small town with limited options. They offer almond and oat milk as well.

There are limited vegan options on the menu, but the restaurant does specify which dishes can be made vegan. I tried the veggie burger, made with potatoes, corn, carrots, and other vegetables. It was decent, however, not a substantial source of protein.

The staff was knowledgeable about allergies but couldn't guarantee no cross contamination. Although the fries were labeled gluten-free, they were cooked in the same fryer as other gluten-containing items. We chose to order the nachos as they seemed to be the safest option.

I had a great experience at this restaurant! The portions were generous and the service was friendly. I ordered a Bel Air burger and was pleased that the server understood my Coeliac requirements. They cooked the beef patty in a separate pan instead of on the grill to avoid cross-contamination. Unfortunately, the gluten-free bun and fries were cooked in the same fryer as gluten, so I had to skip out on those. However, there were plenty of gluten-free options to choose from on the menu.

We made a quick stop in Kaikoura and tried the burgers at this restaurant. They were delicious and generously sized.