V for Vegetarian: Restaurants

This post is dedicated to Joa, who is already a vegetarian, to Miss C, who is recently vegetarian, and to Mom, who I know one day will also become vegetarian. I’d also like to thank Facebook friends for naming this post. Credits to Adrian B. for this one.

The title can easily be “For the love of animals”, but I would sound like an animal lover and activist. If you were my housemate, you’d probably agree that it doesn’t suit me. I lack the ability to show affection for my two canine housemates. It’s not that I dislike animals, I’m just not obsessed. This is especially true after Monday when one of them pooped-ran and a piece of his feces flung onto my leg.

I know, right? How the *bananas* does that happen?!

The Rage!

Breathe In.

Exhale.

Excuse me, I digress.

…So, to be diplomatic, this post is about the love of veggies (or vegies) and not about imposing beliefs on people. It is about sharing my vegetarian restaurant finds in Melbourne.

I’m trying to avoid going to the same restaurant twice. Hence, the rating will be based on my urgency to go back:

  1. yes (it’s THAT good)
  2. someday (but not until I’ve tried other places)
  3. maybe, or
  4. never

Now, to feed your hunger for reviews…

My Current Fav Vegetarian Restaurant Is…

Moroccan Soup Bar

Yum, just yum. (If you don’t like eggplant, you will here.)

Moroccan Soup Bar
Moroccan Soup Bar
Cuisine: Moroccan, Middle Eastern
Location: Fitzroy North
Go Again?: Definitely– anytime, anyday. Saturday actually.

Vegetarian Breakfast

I could write a whole new post on brunch places, but my memory is short and there are way too many brunch places to remember. If you want brunch recommendations, follow Boss on Instagram (@_amill3r_).

Little Big Sugar Salt (non-veg)

Though non-veg, I really like their Açai granola. It deserves a mention.

Little Big Sugar Salt
Little Big Sugar Salt
Cuisine: Breakfast Café, Vegan-Friendly
Location: Richmond
Go Again?: Someday

Smith & Daughters

The burrito and nachos are good. The eggless omelette dish and coffees, though, do not satisfy my friends.

Smith & Daughters
Smith & Daughters
Cuisine: Latin American, Southern/Soul, Vegetarian
Location: Fitzroy
Go Again?: Maybe

Vegetarian Fast-Food Burger Chain

Lord of the Fries

Did I mention 100% vegetarian?! Panic attack. I have options!! Must learn to make decisions…

Lord of the Fries
Lord of the Fries
Cuisine: Vegetarian Burger Chain
Location: Multiple
Go Again?: Maybe (haven’t tried their fries yet!)

Vegetarian Comfort Foods

Trippy Taco

I have tacos. Karl has burrito and something else (quesadillas?). The tacos are good, but next time, I’ll be sure to head straight for the burrito(s).

Trippy Taco
Trippy Taco
Cuisine: Mexican, Vegetarian
Location: Fitzroy
Go Again?: Yes

Vegie Bar

This is one restaurant I keep hearing about. My verdict? It is not outstanding. I would like to give it another go someday. I hear their desserts are good.

Vegie Bar
Vegie Bar
Cuisine: Vegetarian
Location: Fitzroy
Go Again?: Someday

Lentil As Anything

It’s pay-as-you-feel. Clever concept. I kind of like the grungy ambiance. The food is decent.

Lentil as Anything
Lentil as Anything
Cuisine: Vegetarian, Buffet
Location: Abbotsford (Multiple)
Go Again?: Maybe

Asian Vegetarian

Jinda Thai (non-veg)

It’s a non-veg restaurant, but the tofu dish is delicious. My non-veg friends like (love) the food also.

Jinda Thai
Jinda Thai
Cuisine: Thai
Location: Richmond
Go Again?: Yes

Loving Hut (version Melbourne)

Apparently there are Loving Huts all over the world. This one is Thai and Vietnamese influenced. Sweet lovin’ food.

Loving Hut
Loving Hut
Cuisine: Asian, Vegetarian
Location: Richmond
Go Again?: Someday

Kong (non-veg)

This can easily fall into comfort foods too. The tofu bun wraps (?) are bite-sized and delicious.

Kong
Kong
Cuisine: Japanese / Korean BBQ
Location: Richmond, and a pop up in CBD
Go Again?: Someday

Madame K’s Vegetarian

I don’t remember it well, but that probably means it didn’t stand out, yeah?

Cuisine: Thai
Location: Fitzroy
Go Again?: Maybe

The Fine Dining Experience

Woodland House (non-veg)

Woodland House features a produce-based menu. The service is excellence; the food is great. I have fond memories of their bread and of the great times spent with friends. This is where I celebrated my 30th.

Cuisine: International, Modern, Fine-Dining
Location: Prahan
Go Again?: Recommend it, yes, but, no, I will unlikely go again because it’s expensive, more like a once off.

And, of course, to top it off with dessert…

Raw Trader

Been here twice. It is a nice experiment, but I still like my non-raw sweets.

Raw Trader
Raw Trader
Cuisine: Raw desserts
Location: CBD
Go Again?: Maybe

Where to next?

Shared via Princess, my list of vegetarian restaurants to try (in no particular order):

  • Fo Guang Yuan Art Gallery
  • New Kum Den
  • TOFWD (organic food and wine deli) – I’ve actually been here for Dandelion Tea, not food. Reminds me of Chrysanthemum tea.
  • Vapiano
  • Green Press
  • Divine Realm Vegie Delight
  • Spud bar
  • Overdosa
  • Crossways – I’ve been to their counterpart, Govindas, in Perth. It was good.
  • Roll’d

Shared via Boss, here’s list of Best Vegetarian in Melbourne.

Thank you for thinking of me when you think of vegetarian food! Now, how about eating vegetarian when you think of me?! Let’s go!

1 thought on “V for Vegetarian: Restaurants”

  1. From your review and posts,I pick the Jinda Thai – that dish looks amazing and so do the condiments. I also want to try the tofu bun at Kong—can we find something similar here? I’m sure I would love Moroccan Soup Bar as much as you do.

    I just worked up an appetite reading “V” for Vegetarian!

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