Melbourne Restaurants

  1. Lentil As Anything

    Sick of being told what to do? Then come to this cooperative café, where they won't even tell you what to pay. You decide. Compared to that, choosing from the always-organic, no-meat menu is easy. There's love in this food, and you can taste it. How do you put a price on that?

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  2. Shakahari

    Shakahari gives vegetarianism a good name. Its limited seasonal menu reflects both Asian and European influences. Established over 20 years ago, Shakahari takes itself seriously, which is mirrored in its at-times earnest atmosphere. If the weather is in your favour, ask to be seated in the palm-fringed courtyard. The curries, tagines (spicy Moroccan stews) and noodle dishes are heroic, whatever the setting.

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  3. Soulmama

    Dine on vegetarian food while gazing out over Port Phillip Bay. If lining up to choose your food from the bain-marie seems like too much work, you can ask your waiter to make a selection for you. (A standard bowl buys you four flavours.) This stylish, popular restaurant is a place where your nonvegetarian friends will also feel comfortable.

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  4. Vegie Bar

    You may wonder if the entire population of Melbourne is vegetarian as you wait for a table at this popular café. This is definitely not the place for a romantic rendezvous, but you could make some new acquaintances at one of the communal tables. Bring an appetite - the portions are as healthy as the dishes themselves.

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