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Australia’s first vegan and gluten-free “fish” and chip shop opened in late 2015. Veganised, gluten-free version of classic fish and chip shop favourites

Bodhi is a critically acclaimed award winning restaurant that pioneered and specializes in vegan yum cha and pan-asian cuisine. With a wine list, carefully selected from Australia’s finest boutique growers that are either certified organic, bio-dynamic or vegan, to compliment our cuisine and go hand in hand with our philosophy of being an environmentaly friendly sustainable business Using locally grown organic produce everything is freshly prepared daily and hand crafted by some of Sydney’s best Asian Chef’s With a stunning setting and a venue that seats up to 300 people we can cater for anything from an intimate dinner for two to exclusive events, product launches, private parties, weddings and corporate functions.

Rhubarb Bakes in Newtown, NSW creates vegan versions of your favourite bakery classics – vanilla slice, lamingtons, doughnuts and more. All our treats are vegan, kinder for animals and the environment, and delicious to boot. Custom orders welcome!

Words and image by Candy Marx   VERD is a little gem that sits in the newly refurbished Market Lane, Manly.  With indoor and outdoor seating, Verd is 100% plant-based, and also offers eat-in, takeaway and delivery via Deliveroo. Their menu mainly consists of bowls, which are all equally stunning and nourishing; it’s a hard decision only to choose one.  They offer five warm bowls which are made up of warm brown rice, different salads, flavoursome legumes or tofu, and tasty dressings.  And five cold bowls which are made up of delicious salads and legumes, sprouts, seeds, raw dressings and cashew cheese. They offer house-made macadamia milk for a chai or turmeric latte or coffee; kombucha on tap, cold-pressed juices, and still and sparkling water (which is also on tap) is on the house.  They also offer a small selection of raw treats. Verd’s ethos is to make their food from scratch fresh every day, they use sustainable methods to lower their carbon footprint, and their produce is locally sourced. And to top it off, the staff are smiley and friendly – the service is on point! Verd is located in Manly, and also in Surry Hills and Barangaroo.  Check them out next time you’re in Sydney!

At Iku in North Sydney, our wholefood is prepared as close as possible to its natural state, nutritious ingredients with all their goodness intact. We use organic and high quality local ingredients whenever possible. Food was created perfect in the first place, so why change it! We strive to use our organic and other high quality ingredients whenever possible. All our foods are dairy free, additive free, preservative free, animal free and free from genetic modification.

Serving up fresh baked Funky Pies, rolls and desserts. Enjoy with some fair-trade organic Coffee, Tea or Juice. Try the full pie experience with mushy peas, creamy mash & gravy, or for the more health conscious, a delicious fresh garden salad with balsamic & garlic vinaigrette dressing.

At Lentil, we believe everyone deserves a place at the table. Lentil as Anything is a unique not for profit community organisation. At our core are the pay as you feel restaurants where customers give what they feel the food is worth and have the opportunity to donate towards the philosophy. We would love to welcome you as part of our community. We extend our hospitality offering you vegetarian cuisine cooked with love and gratitude. Our unique financial model functions independent of any government funding and we rely on your generosity in order to pay our rent, utilities, wages and stock. Make an agreement with your conscience on what is reasonable, how much you enjoyed your food, our philosophy and our community. Be part of a unique financial model that is centred on the values of trust, generosity and respect that gives people the opportunity to eat out and be social regardless of their financial situation. When you pay MAKE A WISH because you will be surprised with a little lentil love what happens!

Sadhana Pop-Up Cafe is situated in the inner-west suburb of Enmore. We are the first cafe in Sydney to specialize in organic living foods and wholefoods. Come in and enjoy everything from our tonic and smoothie bar featuring cold pressed juices and medicinal tea, to our awesome cold drip and espresso coffee. You can sit down for breakfast or lunch and top it all off with our specialized range of guilt-free desserts. At Sadhana kitchen, you can actually have your cake and eat it (and come back for another) too! 🙂

The Lillipad Cafe is situated directly across the road from the ever-popular Rusty’s Markets, and the lively Gilligan’s Backpackers Hotel & Resort. The interior decor is very hippy-slash-backpackers, with vibrant deep-red walls, tables and chairs crammed in to the narrow room, a few eclectic armchairs, and a credenza at the back offering free filtered water, newspapers and street-presses. However, the clientale ranges dramatically, with people from all walks of life venturing in to get their fill. Lillipad’s is a very friendly cafe, where it is not unusual to strike up a conversation with your neighbouring diners. The menu is far from concise and the list is almost overwhelming. There are also gluten free and vegan dishes. The menu offers breakfast and lunch all day from 7am-3pm.

Zeitgeist Cuisine aims to solve the problem of access to plant based food that exists in the city of Sydney. If a tree was planted every time someone said or thought “I cant find good healthy food in the city”, there would be no global warming. Well now there is at 2 locations. Corner of King and Kent St and the corner of Martin Place and Pitt St at Brooklands Coffee Co. All food is sourced and made by people who care about the contents and the provenance of the dish. Vibrations are strong in this cuisine. All food is free from dairy, gluten, refined sugar and is prepared with the environment and your health in mind. Plants have got a bas rep for a long time. So we are here striving to change that for your body and the planet. We hope that you enjoy what we are proud to offer.  

Yulli’s in Surry Hills is the bar with the pink sign on Crown St, featuring amazing cocktails, local wine and and a massive local craft beer list! Our food is vegetarian (vegan and gluten free options available) with the produce sourced locally.

Opened 20 year ago, with the original ideals of offering somewhere healthy to eat, Vegie Bar’s basic ideals have remained-food for the body, mind and soul. Today Vegie Bar continues to flourish offering tasty food that’s healthy and affordable in a fun and relaxed environment. Not limited to the vegetarian, the popular eating house and bar entices a wide mix of people and has become an iconic destination in Melbourne. The food and drinks menu offers a huge variety of freshly prepared, dishes from all corners of the globe. Wherever possible organic and bio-dynamic ingredients are used. This reflects another belief-that the food should not be over-worked and should have minimal human involvement throughout the preparation and cooking stages, resulting in rustic, home-style cooking.

Soul Burger is the first wholly plantbased burger joint in the Sydney area. Their mission is to forever change the conception of a burger. Their plantbased patties will have lusting like you lust for your many lovers. House-made coconut shakes, Young Henrys flowing on tap, and addictive fries.

The idea behind Lord of the Fries began over late night snack excursions early in 2004. Mandy (Toronto) and Mark (Melbourne) met while living in Taiwan (Tainan). Their love for fries drew them closer, and their disdain for nasty frozen chemical fries inspired them to create the perfect fry. They wanted fresh potatoes, thick but not too thick, crispy but not too crunchy, delicious and saucy, the mission began. It was the beginning of a fast food revolution. Landing in Melbourne in August, 2004, they decided to take the best fries you will ever try to the people! What better way than a mobile chip van now all they needed was a name. This is where Sam (Mark’s brother) comes sizzling into the story. Being a creative wiz, he crowned the venture LORD OF THE FRIES. The Lord was born!! The van was on the road by October and they were traveling around the country serving up golden, crunchy, fries in a cone, with home-made sauces all inspired by flavours found across the globe. The people rejoiced!

Sappho Books, Cafe and Wine Bar is one of Sydney’s favourite General Secondhand Bookshops. We have over 30,000 titles available and our Cafe and Wine Bar is a popular feature on the Glebe and Inner West circuit. Nestled behind the bookshop is Sydney’s acclaimed Sappho Cafe, Wine & Tapas bar – a popular Glebe destination. By day, the cafe is a favourite meeting place for university students, tourists, locals and the occasional celebrity. By night the wine and tapas bar boasts an eclectic crowd out for a different Sydney experience. An acknowledged Toby’s Estate Coffee specialist, Sappho Café has a healthy contingent of committed regulars and our highly trained baristas create one of Sydney’s finest drops. We also offer a delicious and unique range of sweet and savoury foods and serve T2 loose-leaf tea.

Yong Green Food is a vegetarian and vegan restaurant based in Fitzroy, Melbourne. We specialise in raw, organic, vegan, gluten free, and biodynamic food and drinks. We use organic ingredients wherever possible, subject to seasonal and market constraints, and we work with accredited organic suppliers to bring you the freshest and best ingredients. We have built this business with the intention of creating a better world where every living being is respected. We believe we are here on earth to live in harmony with nature and that there is enough food for everyone if we consciously choose what we eat. This philosophy is embodied in the food we serve at Yong – delicious food that nourishes and satisfies without sacrificing other lives. Our wholesome food not only gives the essential energy we need to sustain our body, it also serves as a means to connect us with nature. Without this connection, we cannot be whole either. At Yong, we serve predominantly organic vegetarian food prepared according to ying and yang principles and using eco-friendly methods as much as possible. We are so grateful for being able to live our dream. Thank you for supporting our vision for a better world. You make this possible.

Mana Kai is an all-vegetarian restaurant with plenty of vegan and raw options in Busselton, Western Australia. Their focus is on fresh, seasonal fruits and vegetables, and they are gluten free and dairy free.

At Combi there is always time to appreciate a fine brew made from our special house blend fair trade coffee. Our raw smoothies made with scoops of fresh coconut flesh, house made nut mylks to knock your socks off, cold pressed organic juices alive with goodness, elixir shots to nourish, raw vibrant foods and in – house raw cakes and treats that gobsmack.

100% vegan Vietnamese cuisine/Pho in Newtown, Australia!

Elegant dining in the sky, C Restaurant offers picturesque views of the city and beyond. Enjoy your meal in Perth’s only revolving restaurant. Orders from the vegan menu must be made a full 36 hours before your reservation. Dress standards apply – smart casual attire.

Our love of baking brought us together to create heavenly lush and flavorsome baked goods. As vegans with dietary intolerances, we grew tired of not being able to indulge in tasty treats when out with friends. We have created an extensive range of vegan cakes that are free from eggs, dairy, casein, gluten, wheat, nuts, fructose and soy. We use fair-trade and organic ingredients where possible. For a small fee we offer local delivery to Melbourne CBD, Carlton, Brunswick, Fitzroy, Collingwood and Northcote. If you are outside of these areas please send us an email for a competitive quote. Pick up is free and our kitchen is located in Parkville.

Introducing Australia’s first specialty matcha café – Matcha Mylkbar – located on the bustling corner of Acland St and Carlisle St. The Matcha Mylkbar is here to inject a much-needed boost of #cleaneating creativity into the St Kilda food scene. In a bold move, it is entirely plant-based following the eating patterns common to the world’s highest longevity zones, also known as the “blue zones”. But unlike “vegan dining” as it is conventionally perceived, the Matcha Mylkbar menu has been carefully crafted to appeal to more than just the plant-based palate. With world first innovations such as Matcha Mylkbar vegan eggs™ making their debut on the menu, the satiating savoury options are as abundant and mouth-watering as the sweet treats. We have created a completely plant based egg which not only mimics the texture and “yolk” of a traditional egg but also contains the same protein and nutritional value, breaking new ground in plant-based eating. Matcha Mylkbar aims to unlock the benefits of a plant-based matcha-heavy diet without compromising on taste, substance or presentation so that vegans, vegetarians, the dietary intolerant, the dietary ignorant and the dietary indifferent alike can find something to enjoy (none of the founders being strictly vegan themselves). This is plant based eating, as you have never seen it before. As for the beverages, the eponymous matcha of course is the drink of choice featuring in many different forms across the menu. Okinawa in Japan, being one of the five “blue zones” and the city with the highest number of people living to 100, not only owes its longevity to plant based eating but also to high consumption levels of this vibrant green superfood. Matcha will feature alongside other delightful drinkies, including matcha Kombucha, beetroot lattes, and newbie on the health scene, mushroom lattes. Welcome to our world!

Here at Crumble top, our passion is about making delicious crumbles.. Not just apple crumbles, but crumbles made with all kinds of fruits, berries, nuts, spices, seeds and chocolates. We base all of our flavours on seasonal fruits, berries, and the freshest of ingredients which change throughout the year. We love all of the different flavour combinations we have going on here at Crumble top, And that makes it hard to pick a set menu. With this, we decided that everyone designs their own crumble top, from the filling to the crumble topping to the ice cream and custard. This means you can design whatever your taste buds desire! With our extensive menu selection you will surely satisfy any crumble craving. So come on in and design your own and watch your scrumptious crumble being made right in front of you.

Nepalese Cuisine in the Sydney CBD, Glebe. We serve innovative cuisine from different regions of the Himalayas with genuine, friendly hospitality and with great efficiency. Nepalese food is as diverse as the country itself and its ethnic group– come see what we’re cooking up!

Hari’s Vegetarian is a Sydney restaurant which offers gluten-free, raw, vegetarian and vegan options.

Launched in July 2015, Golden Lotus Vegan is the realisation of our childhood dream — to blend healthy foods and fresh ingredients with a great atmosphere and friendly service. Growing up in Saigon, we adored the way our traditional Vietnamese family combined locally available ingredients to create flavorful, nutritious meals. It’s this passion for warm family gatherings and unforgettable dishes that led us to bring our love of great food to Australia with Golden Lotus Vegan. Open for lunch and dinner, our restaurant was created specifically for you, as it combines fresh products and traditional Vietnamese fare to create innovative meat-free menu items. We create each dish with a blend of fresh vegetables and herbs, including exotic Asian ingredients not commonly found in your average eatery. At Golden Lotus Vegan, we don’t want to be common — we aim to be memorable. Also available for catering functions, Golden Lotus Vegan offers a healthy, vegan solution to group dining and events. Now, your event can include Asian-inspired foods created to stimulate your senses and spark conversation.   We support any Vegan Society and Animal Rights Organisations by offering 10% off for all membership holders. Please present your cards to redeem (not conjunction with any other offers).

Stimulatte is a coffeeshop and cafe in Subiaco, Western Australia.

The goal of Red Lime Shack is to change the world. We are positioned directly opposite the offices of one of the largest council areas in the state. We also make the finest tasting coffee in South Australia. Our 100% vegan food is freshly made each morning from whole ingredients, no shortcuts taken using salt, sugar, fat or white flour. We have already received incredible feedback to our food from non-vegetarians, who were originally drawn in by the quality of our coffee then tempted to try something different for lunch. We don’t even tell them that our food is vegan, unless asked. Their experience of delicious, healthy, vegan food is an education and creates a ripple effect in the community that is profound. We invite anyone to come in and ask, discuss or debate our ethos. We’re all in this together and have the same goal.

Green Gourmet creates food that is 100% vegan. We do not use meat, egg or dairy products, nor do we use onion or garlic in our cooking. Green gourmet is a family run business, which is focused on nourishing the body and mind. We aspire to do this by producing food that is nutritious for the body and the development of a balanced mind. We believe in the philosophy of eating well to benefit our body and by doing good to our body, we hope to behave in a compassionate and beneficial manner to others. When Colin Fung first introduced tofu dishes in 1984 in his first Chinese restaurant, Gourmet Inn, only 20% of his customers knew or heard about Tofu. Since then, Colin had persisted in bringing together a wide range of fine vegan dishes.

5 Dogs is an omni-store founded in 2011 to bring good quality fast food to customers that love a high energy, faced paced, fun environment. 5 Dogs values fresh food daily, making friends with their customers and getting it done fast. Their business has evolved in Brisbane through them listening to their customers and meeting their demands. Vegan, vegetarian or just a lover of quality hot dogs, we’re the fast food venue that everyone can enjoy the taste and have a blast in the process.

Your only organic vegan cafe in Adelaide and South Australia. KITCHEN: BREAKFAST Saturday 8am-12noon. LUNCH Saturday 12-3pm; cafe open to 4pm. LUNCH Monday-Friday 11-3pm; cafe open to 4pm. Dinner – Friday Nights 6pm-9pm; cafe open to late. BLISS is shut on Sundays and Public Holidays. CHECK OUR FEEDS: cooking classes, movie screenings, other events on offer. BLISS CENTRAL – upstairs – WELLBEING OASIS Open everyday from 6am-11pm Yoga, Massage, Dance, Talks, Energy Healing, Life Coaching

Established in 1980, Gopal’s is currently the oldest vegetarian restaurant in Melbourne. Started by renowned internationally vegetarian master chef extraordinaire Kurma Das, it has been owned and operated by the International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON), or commonly known as The Hare Krishna’s, for the past 31 years. Food at Gopal’s changes weekly, and patrons order their food “cafeteria style,” selecting from a line of of items to add to their plates.

Showcasing progressive plant-based cuisine without the use of dairy, gluten, refined sugar or additives. Lead by head chef Mirko Lummert, the menu offers a selection of all raw and cooked vegan dishes, with a focus on quality, taste and style. Changing seasonally and with frequent specials.

Admiral Cheng Ho: Health cafe serving specialty coffee located in the suburb of Abbotsford.

We serve the best doughnuts in Brisbane, the Gold Coast, Sydney and Melbourne – until they run out. Vegan options available every day!

Health Freak Café is a clean and healthy eating café chain throughout Western Australia (and moving into Eastern Australia). The menu is diverse, catering for all your fitness, health and special dietary requirement needs, and is both 100% gluten and refined sugar free.

Green Smoothies, Protein Shakes, Pressed Juices, Acai Bowls, Salads and Clean Eats!

Crumbs in Melbourne has a wide array of vegan savory and sweet baked goods. All of the food items at Crumbs are vegan, and the only non-vegan item they serve is dairy milk for coffee, by request only.

Brewers of Craft Beers. We are a family owned and operated brewery, cidery and restaurant nestled in the heart of the Margaret River wine region on Caves Road. Walk-ins only. If you have a group of 15 or more, please give us a call. Don’t Monkey about, arrive early to beat the crowds!

Now open Friday nights for dinner, two sittings 6.30pm and 8.30pm. To book, please phone 03 9534 7250 or email info@monkbd.com.au Delicious raw vegan living food menu items to discover including the signature raw vegan ice cream. Now taking wholesale coffee accounts… and beans available for home!

Doughnut Time is a chain of doughnut shops in Australia, with locations in Sydney/Newtown, Melbourne, Brisbane, and the Gold Coast. They carry 1-2 vegan flavors each day.

Rubyfruit is a boutique vegan bakery and cafe. We sell a range of light meals, baked goods, sweets and grocery items. We also do a lot of direct orders for birthday cakes, special events or just to have some delicious vegan goodness in the freezer. If you would like to receive a current product list, contact us via email or the ‘Contact’ tab on the left, and we’ll flick you one. Please keep in mind that more notice is always better than less! We require all orders to be finalised at least a few days prior to avoid disappointment as we usually bake to order. All our products, except for our cookies, also freeze extremely well. We also participate in vegan events through the year such as the Cruelty-Free Festival and the Vegan Expo. Rubyfruit is proud to be a 100% vegan-owned business.

Modern global vegetarian and vegan food and drinks that are clean, tasty and nourishing. Located in St Kilda, Melbourne.

Riversmith is a cafe, produce and lifestyle store that showcases the abundant resources of the Margaret River region and beyond. Our focus is on artisan producers, sourcing local seasonal ingredients, beverages, preserves, handmade wares and seasonally curated workshops. Find us at the iconic renovated garage on the main street of Margaret River.

Revolution Foods premises at 175 Enmore Rd Enmore now hosts Vegan Pop Up Tex-Mex cafe Tacomatosé! Come and try our delicious 100% vegan Burritos, Nachos, Quesadillas, Tacos, Salads, Fries and Thick Shakes

Australia’s only vegan/vegetarian butcher. All menu items are vegan.

Madame K’s is an all vegan Thai and Asian Restaurant in Fitzroy, Melbourne. BYO beer and wine

The Brew Shack in Margaret River, Western Australia is a shop concentrating on amazing coffees with little tasty treats to go with.

Mister Nice Guy’s Bakeshop is your allergy friendly one stop shop. Everything in our bakery is 100% egg-free, dairy-free, lactose-free, cochineal & gelatine-free, as well as certified Kosher, with soy-free, gluten-free, wheat-free, corn-free, Fructose free & low gi options!

The Red Velvet Lounge is a vibrant cafe in the heart of Cygnet. We have a unique vegetarian and vegan menu that celebrates the best produce the Huon Valley has to offer. We are fully licensed and open every Friday night with free live music. check our website for upcoming events! www.redvelvetlounge.com.au Breakfast is served from 9am-11:30am, lunch from 12pm-2:30pm Closed on public holidays