The Yummiest Vegan Restaurants in Sydney Right Now

Vegan dining in Sydney is no longer just a trend; it's a culinary adventure! From sizzling Mexican tacos to hearty burgers, the city is brimming with top-notch vegan eateries that will satisfy your cravings and leave you wanting more.

Where can you find the best vegan restaurants in Sydney? Must-visit spots include Gigi's Pizzeria in Newtown for pizza lovers and The Green Lion in Marrickville for comforting vegan pub food.

The Best Vegan Restaurants in Sydney

1. Bad Hombres

Vegan Mexican in the heart of Sydney is on offer at Bad Hombres. 

A veritable Mecca for those with specific dietary requirements but who regularly crave delicious Mexican fare, Bad Hombres serve delicious South-of-the-border cuisine to the masses from 5.30 pm till late five nights a week. Tacos, nachos, guac, quesadillas, and plenty more make up their plant-based menu that tastes remarkably authentic despite being 100 per cent plant-based—impressive!

Location: 40 Reservoir Street, Surry Hills

2. Gigi's Pizzeria

 

Pizza lovers will rejoice at such a glorious selection of plant-based pizzas at Gigi's Pizzeria—although they might grumble when they see the queue that tends to wrap right around the corner!

This Newtown gem has earned its reputation as one of the best vegan restaurants in Sydney since it turned fully vegan in 2015. The menu is bursting with salads, antipasti, and an extensive array of pizzas made using the traditional Neapolitan method. Newtown as a whole is a great destination for plant-based eats, and Gigi's is certainly no exception!

Location: 379 King St, Newtown

3. Yullis

 

This vegan haunt on Crown Street in Surry Hills is a great place to head for a sharing-style dinner with friends.

All dishes at Yullis take their inspiration from South-East Asian and Mediterranean cuisines and can be ordered individually or enjoyed as part of a banquet menu. We're talking Korean Fried Broccolini, Steamed Ginger Dumplings, Crispy Tofu and a whole lot more!

There's also a gluten-free a la carte menu available, and the banquet menu can be made GF on request.

Location: 417 Crown St, Surry Hills

4. Soul Burger

 

This Sydney burger chain has locations in Parramatta, Randwick, Newtown and Glebe, and it’s 100 per cent plant-based and 100 per cent delicious.

Soul Burger's menu is bursting with burger choices ranging from fried chicken, battered fish, pulled pork, falafel, satay tofu, Beyond Burger and more. And while you’re there, don’t miss the cheesy bacon fries, onion rings or Southern fried cauliflower bites! It’s everything you could possibly want from a burger joint, and the fact that it's all plant-based is the cherry on top.

Locations: Multiple across Sydney - visit the website for a Soul Burger near you.

5. The Green Lion

 

Another popular vegan restaurant serving plant-based comfort food by the truckload, The Green Lion in Marrickville originated as Australia's only 100% plant-based pub bistro in 2016, and the concept is traditional Aussie comfort food done vegan.

From Burgers, Chicken Schnitty's and Pizzas to Pasta and a Seafood Basket, The Green Lion offers all of your favourite foods veganised. Desserts are not forgotten and include options like the Sticky Date and "Sara Lee" Chocolate cake—yum!

Location: 14 Chalder St, Marrickville 

6. Grill'd

 

Everyone's favourite healthy burger joint has really amped up its commitment to sustainability and a healthy planet lately since announcing the return of meat-free Mondays, where every Grill'd Relish club member can switch out meat for a variety of plant-based options and enjoy a two-for-one offer on any meat-free burger when they dine-in.

They've also introduced 'Tree Day Tuesday', a partnership with a not-for-profit environmental organisation, Greenfleet, to plant a Grill'd forest that will be protected for 100 years. (And of course, we don't need to tell you twice that Grill'd burgers are utterly delicious.)

Locations: Multiple across Sydney - visit the website to find a Grill'd near you.

7. Golden Lotus Vegan

 

This Newtown hotpot is a stalwart of the vegan food scene, and just one visit makes it easy to see why! Launched in July 2015, Golden Lotus blends healthy foods and fresh ingredients with a great atmosphere and friendly service.

The mouth-watering traditional Vietnamese cooking is completely plant-based, with an array of faux meats offered (we're talking duck, fish, chicken, beef!), as well as tofu and plenty of vegetables. 

Location: 341 King St, Newtown

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