Best Vegan Restaurants in Melbourne 2025: Plant-Based Capital of Australia

Melbourne is arguably Australia's vegan capital — a city where the combination of strong animal welfare values, multicultural food culture (many cuisines are naturally plant-forward), and a food-obsessive population has produced an exceptional vegan and plant-based dining scene. From the legendary Smith & Daughters (which has inspired vegan restaurants globally) to the growing number of vegan hawker stalls and breakfast cafes across Fitzroy, Brunswick, and Northcote, Melbourne vegan dining is world-class.