Go-to Best Vegetarian Restaurants in Melbourne for Drool-worthy Feed

Staying away from meat can be frustrating. But if you are bored with your daily eating spots and are desperate to add something refreshing to your rotation, this list of amazing vegetarian restaurants in Melbourne can save you from getting lost in scrolling to find new spots.

Although there was a time when we had only a few vegetarian options on the menu, we have come a long way. We promise the eating options are now endless and yummy.

So, try sneaking a meatless meal into your rotation this week to satisfy your tummy and your soul and be surprised when you desire seconds!

1. Vegie Bar(Official Page), Fitzroy

A blooming restaurant situated in the heart of Brunswick Street, Vegie Bar has infectious cheerfulness. Serving strictly vegetarian food, their menu is spurred by Asian cuisine. Sit down at the humble spot to dig into fried noodles, curries and a wide range of salads. However, don’t skip the veggie-loaded pizzas that fulfil your quota of vegetables for the day!

Website: https://www.vegiebar.com.au
Contact: +61 (03) 9417 6935

2. Sister of Soul St Kilda & Richmond

Becoming a part of the change, Sister of Soul brings you wholesome vegetarian and vegan meals leading a path to a plant-based diet. They are community-oriented, and hence they divert the food waste & coffee grinds to the St. Kilda Veg Out Community Gardens as a soil supplement to grow local vegetables. We recommend their iconic menu starring rainbow tempeh burger, acai bowl and vegan chai!

Website: http://www.sisterofsoul.com.au
Contact: +61 (03) 9593 8550 / +61 (03) 7013 8779

3. Moroccan Soup Bar, Fitzroy North

Recreating the adventure of a Moroccan eatery, Moroccan Soup Bar keeps the importance of community equity and environmental charge at the heart of their business. It was visible during lockdown when they delivered meals to the hospital staff. Their vegetarian menu puts forth the notion that flavourings are neither intensified nor jeopardised with meat. If you are visiting this place for the first time, you’ll find your senses tantalised by the flavours making you visit over and over again for the experience!

Website: https://www.moroccansoupbar.com.au
Contact: +61 (03) 9486 3500

4. Gopals Vegetarian Restaurant, Melbourne

Nestled in the core of Melbourne, Gopal’s Vegetarian Restaurant owned by Hare Krishna Melbourne for the International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON); presents a divine atmosphere of tranquillity and balance. If you want a break from the hustle and bustle of city life, here is the place to drive down for a nutritious and delicious meal. You’ll find the dishes inspired by European and Asian cuisine and Indian flavours. One more interesting thing about the meals here is they are sanctified by offering to Lord Krishna before being served. It’s always peaceful to enjoy these blessed delicacies.

Website: http://www.gopalspurevegetarian.com.au
Contact: +61 (03) 9650 1578

5. Trippy Taco, Fitzroy

Trippy Taco offers Mexican delights in the middle of Melbourne, and people are obsessed with this place. They serve tacos with a unique flavour that has evolved over the decade. Without the usage of meat, their tacos can be relished by everyone. Pop in with your friends for a casual Mexican night and order some veggie tacos with a glass of mojito- euphoric!

Website: https://www.trippytaco.com.au
Contact: +61 (03) 9415 7711

6. Yong Green Food, Fitzroy

Serving the best vegan and vegetarian food in Fitzroy, Yong Green has secured a place on the fave list of locals. Expect good flavours, generous portions and dishes served in a vivid space adorned with dragon murals and paper lanterns. We recommend their buckwheat crepe, raw nori roll and pineapple fried rice. They are doing online orders, for now, so make sure you appreciate them a bit so they can open their doors for dine-in soon.

Website: https://yonggreenfoodfitzroy.com.au
Contact: +61 (04) 5116 6421

7. Lentil As Anything, Abbotsford

If you are craving a soulful meal, don’t say no to this place without visiting once. Enter with no prior pretensions, and you’ll find the spot stirring your heartstrings. Offering decent vegetarian and vegan fare, they serve more than 1000 free meals every week for those who cannot pay for their food. Why not drop in and be a part of a good cause!

Website: https://www.lentilasanything.com
Contact: +61 (03) 9419 6444

8. Crossways Restaurant, Melbourne

Another beautiful spot one must not miss, Crossways has all the lunch and dinner menu cooked by the Hare Krishna devotees. Serving different menus for each day of the week, they bring out a variety to your food at just $8.95. Settle down for a two-course delicious meal with a drink, and if you happen to drop by on a Saturday, you’ll be blessed with lavish halva made with fruits & semolina. With your tummy satisfied, move to the upper level and immerse in the tranquillity with books to nourish your mind.

Website: http://www.crosswaysfoodforlife.com.au
Contact: +61 (03) 9650 2939

9. Smith & Daughters, Fitzroy

A vegan bar and eatery with a rock n’ roll vibe, Smith & Daughters has challenged the acumen that food without meat is certainly bland. Their original Latin-inspired menu was switched to Italian food in 2018. Try their brunch menu that makes you go ga-ga over it! Apart from meals, you can order cakes, cookbooks and drool-worthy charms to celebrate vegan eats- sounds interesting, right?

Website: https://www.smithanddaughters.com
Contact: +61 (03) 9939 3293

10. Red Sparrow Pizza, Collingwood

This pizza place changes your conception of the best pizza. Offering completely plant-based pizzas in town, this spot is a must-try for mind-blowing bites, even if you are not into veganism. And don’t worry if you encounter some meat-like options- they are absolutely vegan, and the cheeses are dairy-free, but you won’t notice the difference!

Website: https://www.redsparrowpizza.com
Contact: +61 (03) 9417 1454

With this catalogue of veg eateries in Melbourne, you can get the most suitable meat substitutes which are healthy and nutritious as well.

Drop by with your gang for a veg party in the city and dig into some drool-worthy stuff that’ll make you feel high on life!

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