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Best vegetarian restaurants in Whittlesea & Surrounds

9 venues in Whittlesea & Surrounds rated S to B for vegetarian, every tier backed by cited sources.

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Vegieria restaurant, photo: Vegieria (Owner)

Vegieria

Heatherton · Vegan
VegA+
GF·CoeliacC
VeganA

Vegieria is a dedicated vegetarian restaurant. 100% of the menu is vegetarian. It also has a strong vegan focus, with most dishes vegan or modifiable. The venue's own HappyCow page categorises it as 'Vegetarian', and all reviews confirm it serves only vegetarian food, with free-range eggs as the only non-vegan ingredient. Vegieria is trustworthy for any vegetarian diner.

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Diggers Vegie Kitchen restaurant, photo: Diggers Vegie Kitchen (Owner)

Diggers Vegie Kitchen

Anglesea · Vegetarian · €⁠€⁠€
VegA
GF·CoeliacB
VeganA
DairyA
EggA

Diggers Vegie Kitchen is a fully vegan kitchen, so every dish is also vegetarian. No animal products of any kind are used.

MonClosed
TueClosed
WedClosed
ThuClosed
FriClosed
Sat12:00 PM - 3:00 PM, 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Sun12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
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Vegelicious restaurant, photo: Vegelicious (Owner)

Vegelicious

Cheltenham · Vegetarian
VegA
GF·CoeliacB
VeganB

The entire restaurant is vegetarian, with no meat, poultry, fish, or shellfish used. The extensive Chinese-Malaysian menu features mock meats, tofu, and vegetable dishes. A very safe and strongly trusted choice for vegetarians.

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Cafe 59 on Church restaurant, photo: Cafe 59 on Church (Owner)

Cafe 59 on Church

Whittlesea · Cafe · Brunch
VegB
GF·CoeliacB

The Facebook page lists 'vegetarian options too'. A community review on Atly confirms 'vegetarian ... available'. No marked menu or dedicated kitchen evidence. This is a Reliable tier: vegetarian options exist in a shared kitchen, confirmed by multiple sources.

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Fresco Pizza and Pasta restaurant, photo: Fresco Pizza and Pasta (Owner)

Fresco Pizza and Pasta

Whittlesea · Pizza · €⁠€
VegB
GF·CoeliacB
VeganC
DairyB
SugarB

The menu marks items with (V) for vegetarian, and several pizzas and pastas fall into this category, including the Vegetarian Pizza, Roasted Vegetable Pizza, and Napoletana pasta. The kitchen is shared, but the marked menu provides clear options.

MonClosed
Tue5pm to 8:45pm
Wed5pm to 8:45pm
Thu5pm to 8:45pm
Fri5pm to 8:45pm
Sat5pm to 8:45pm
Sun5pm to 8:45pm
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GHOST restaurant, photo: GHOST (Owner)

GHOST

Doreen · Brewery · Gastropub
VegB
GF·CoeliacA+
VeganB
DairyB

On FindMeGlutenFree, the owner states: 'Vegetarian and vegan options are available.' Multiple reviews mention specific vegetarian dishes, including a veggie omelet and a Mediterranean salad. The kitchen is shared with meat dishes, so cross-contamination is possible. Vegetarian diners should confirm with staff.

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Okami Japanese Restaurant restaurant, photo: Okami Japanese Restaurant (Owner)

Okami Japanese Restaurant

Whittlesea · Japanese · €⁠€
VegB
GF·CoeliacC
VeganC
DairyC
EggC
SoyC
HalalD

The menu at Okami Japanese Restaurant includes vegetarian-friendly items such as sushi rolls, salads, vegetable tempura, and garlic veg. The lunch buffet description mentions fresh salads, sushi rolls, and hearty soups, all of which can be vegetarian. Dinner All-You-Can-Eat is made to order, so staff can navigate around meat and fish when asked. Japanese cuisine broadly offers vegetarian options, though shared fryers and woks are standard.

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Songbird Cafe & Larder restaurant, photo: Songbird Cafe & Larder (Owner)

Songbird Cafe & Larder

Kinglake · Cafe · €⁠€
VegB
GF·CoeliacA
VeganB

Songbird Cafe & Larder offers vegetarian options including a vegan breaky bowl, pasta dishes, and salads. Staff are happy to accommodate dietary needs. The kitchen is shared, and no dedicated equipment is noted.

MonClosed
TueClosed
Wed11:00am - 7:00pm
Thu11:00am - 7:00pm
Fri11:00am - 7:00pm
Sat9:00am - 7:00pm
Sun9:00am - 4:00pm
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