Sydney’s dynamic vegetarian scene is not to be undervalued; a growing demand for high quality vegetarian has actually seen the market thrive and we could not be more pleased about it. Below are the places we frequent when a meat-free meal is high on the program.

Vina’s Vegan This Newtown haunt is everything about Vietnamese food that will please every vegetarian’s taste buds. The ‘roll it yourself’ rice paper wraps with vegan BARBEQUE chicken or vegan beef, salad and dipping sauce include a little Do It Yourself enjoyment to the meal.

INDU has developed itself as a company favourite for its ingenious southern Indian food. They are everything about bringing an authentic dining experience to diners. The menu is cluttered with scrumptious vegetarian dishes – our recommendation is to head directly for the devilled pumpkin curry with ginger, coconut chutney, eshallots and fresh coconut.

350 George Street, Sydney

Nourishing Quarter Offering an unusual however surprisingly exciting combination of Vietnamese food and South American grains, Nourishing Quarter’s vegetarian dining options are anything but bland. You’ll no doubt be as taken with the meals as you are with the menu’s colourful descriptions; the amaranth and quinoa noodles with crispy tofu lingerings is a home favourite.

315 Cleveland Street, Redfern

2 Chaps Easily cool, this Marrickville institution takes a sustainable technique to every element of its operation. Fresh handmade pasta is a strong point of the Thursday and Friday set menu, while the lunch menu makes a strong case for the fried rice bowl with chilli, ginger, soy, Chinese broccoli, snake beans and two fried eggs.

122 Chapel Street, Marrickville

Yellow Yellow’s 100 % vegetarian menu focuses on dealing with veggies with the same factor to consider as protein– demonstrating their adaptability without sacrificing on flavour. Using both vegan and vegetarian tasting menus and à la carte alternatives, you’ll be dealt with to developments including the zucchini, sunflower and quinoa.

57 Macleay Street, Potts Point

Nour Distinguished among the food lover circuit for its modern take on standard Lebanese food, Nour is a Lebanese dining establishment, however not as you know it. A thoughtful yet creative menu, for meat-free restaurants you can not go past their halloumi or falafel meals. Our leading choice? The wood fired figs with date challah, halloumi and black garlic.

Shop 3, 490 Crown Street, Surry Hills

The Gantry The Gantry’s Vegetarian Tasting menu is a six-plate meal packed with wholesome nourishment– when has sheep cheese agnolotti, beans and thyme looked so good? The strawberry with black sesame, raspberry, and shiso is the best sweet note to finish.

11 Hickson Roadway, Walsh Bay

Gigi Newtown Controversially going vegan in 2015, Gigi’s pizzas buck the trend and have actually maintained their impeccable track record regardless of an absence of cheese. Kick things off with the crocchettes di patate and an AVPN (Associazione Verace Pizza Napoletana) approved Cavolo with cauliflower puree, artichokes, pinenuts, capers, currants, garlic and parsley.

Lentil as Anything With a pay-as-you-feel policy, Lentil as Anything does not-for-profit dining to an impressively high requirement from breakfast through to supper. While menus change weekly, you’ll likely discover a Sri Lankan curry plate with rice salad and poppadom, Malaysian laksa with pumpkin, snowpeas and crispy tofu or a Moroccan chickpea and vegetable tagini.

Yulli’s If you fancy your vegetarian meals with a glass of rosé, then make a direct line to Yulli’s. Gluten-free and vegan choices are offered in an eclectic however surprisingly harmonious assortment of Asian, Moroccan and Mexican designs. The four-course banquet menu is ideal if you require a little assistance.

417 Crown Street, Surry Hills