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Melbourne Restaurants With Organic Options

10 Course Vegan Degustation at Shu RestaurantBook now!Embark on an extraordinary plant-based journey at Shu Restaurant! Immerse yourself in a refined 10-course vegan degustation inspired by the bold depth and spice of contemporary Sichuan cuisine. Sho...
Vue de Monde has been synonymous with Melbourne dining for more than 20 years, continuing to present beautiful food that not only appeals to a sense of luxury, but also honesty, integrity and an in...
Vegan Comfort Food at NapolitanoFresh & FlavourfulEnjoy Napolitano Pizza’s vegan range, including Vegan Primavera, Fungi, Spinach, and Antipasto all made with fresh ingredients, herbs, and vegan cheese. Pair your pizza with sides like our garlic b...
Showcasing Mother Nature through fine food, Restaurant Gaea on Gertrude Street in Fitzroy offers intimate degustation dining in sleek and trendy surroundings. This petit venue, which can accommodat...
Meaning ‘local’ in Cherokee, Navi on Gamon Street in Yarraville is a nod to Chef and owner Julian Hills’ American heritage. From foraging for ingredients to the handmade ceramics and the final dish...
Marche Hawthorn

Marche Hawthorn

Cafe   $$$$$   Opens at 7:00 AM

Hawthorn

Marche Hawthorn is a charming café located in the vibrant suburb of Hawthorn, Melbourne. Known for its inviting atmosphere, the restaurant boasts a contemporary setting accented with warm timber fi...
Meat Flour Wine Berwick

Meat Flour Wine Berwick

Italian   $$$$$   Opens at 11:30 AM

Narre Warren

Siuated on Verdun Drive in Narre Warren, Meat Flour Wine Berwick delivers a modern Italian dining experience built around three simple pillars: meat, flour and wine. Premium Australian steaks are g...
Located on Lygon Street, Brunswick East, Toil & Trouble is a vibrant community bar and restaurant built on sustainability, sociability and genuine hospitality. Designed as a safe, welcoming space, ...
The Advocate

The Advocate

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens Tue 12:00 PM

Balwyn

Located on Whitehorse Road, Balwyn, The Advocate is a bespoke restaurant and cocktail bar nestled within one of Melbourne’s leafiest neighbourhoods. The space strikes a thoughtful balance between s...
A Fresh Take on Modern Australian CuisineLocal Produce, ReimaginedAt Hold Eatery, we bring people together over seasonal, produce-driven dishes that celebrate creativity and connection. Our menu blends elevated brunch favourites with refined, share-style dining, ...
"Readers' Choice Award - Coffee"
Cocoa Moon Cafe

Cocoa Moon Cafe

Cafe   $$$$$   Opens at 8:00 AM

Warrandyte

Just as magical as it sounds, Cocoa Moon Cafe in Warrandyte is where sweet dreams are made – both proverbially and literally. Cosy and contemporary in design, this charming cafe on Yarra Street tak...
Arra Coffee and Wine

Arra Coffee and Wine

Cafe   $$$$$   Opens Tue 7:00 AM

Fitzroy

Morning light floods through tall glass windows at Arra Coffee and Wine on Smith Street in Fitzroy, casting warmth across polished timber and concrete textures. Calm and unhurried, it’s a place tha...
Good Food Emporium

Good Food Emporium

Cafe   $$$$$   Opens at 9:00 AM

Narre Warren

Located on Princes Highway in Narre Warren, Good Food Emporium is a bright, welcoming café and marketplace that celebrates wholesome, organic living. This little gem loves sharing its nourishing br...
Whether stopping in for brunch or a leisurely lunch, Grocery Bar East Melbourne on Albert Street has a loyal local following among caffeine addicts and foodies. On balmy days, outdoor chairs await ...
Fable Melbourne

Fable Melbourne

Mediterranean   $$$$$   Opens Tue 3:00 PM

Melbourne CBD

Look to the skies to find Mediterranean-inspired cuisine in the heart of the city, at Fable Melbourne restaurant and bar on the top storey of a Lonsdale Street building. Kick back and relax with a ...
Embla

Embla

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

Melbourne CBD

13 Chef Hat Award
Bringing the authentic flavours of Texas BBQ to the streets of Melbourne, head to TBBQ - Ribs, Brisket & More on Brunswick Street in Fitzroy to appease ravenous hunger. Follow the aroma of burning ...
Bacash

Bacash

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

South Yarra

12 Chef Hat Award
"More than just FOOD!"
Founded on a concept of open hospitality and a mindfulness of our tread, head to Moroccan Soup Bar on Boundary Road in North for vegetarian fare with flair. Whether you are a one-time eater or a re...