Best Vegan Food in Preston Melbourne — 2026 Guide
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| No-cost pick | Place | | Best with kids | Long Commons | | Hidden spot | Nell Union | | Bad weather pick | Tall Social |
1. Remy’s — 202 Oak Place, Preston VIC 3076
What it is: (vegan food) Reliable all-rounder Cost: $10-22 per person Best for: a quiet meal and a book
The space seats about 50 with outdoor seating for another 15. Street parking on Barkly Lane is usually fine.
Order this: The house-made relish ($13) — solid Insider tip: Ask for the off-menu special — they rotate it weekly.
2. Oliver — 220 East Avenue, Preston VIC 3076
What it is: (vegan food) The one that surprised us Cost: $16-26 per person Best for: parents who want food AND peace
The room holds 35 — book for Friday and Saturday. Street parking on Barkly Lane is usually fine.
Try this: The daily soup ($19) — solid
3. Red Cellar — 42 Oak Place, Preston VIC 3076
What it is: (vegan food) The one regulars swear by Cost: $18-26 per person Best for: anyone eating alone without feeling weird
The room holds 31 and fills on weekends. There is a small lot behind the venue.
4. Southern Table — 56 Oak Place, Preston VIC 3076
What it is: (vegan food) The one that surprised us Cost: $12-23 per person Best for: impressing someone without spending $200
Capacity is around 50 and fills on weekends. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Don’t miss: The sourdough bread ($14) — solid Insider tip: Their coffee is from a local Preston roaster — ask which one.
5. Luna Press — 202 East Avenue, Preston VIC 3076
What it is: (vegan food) Worth the detour Cost: $12-17 per person Best for: budget eaters
The space seats about 46 with outdoor seating for another 15. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Insider tip: The staff will let you modify most dishes if you ask nicely.
Preston — The Honest Version
High Street Preston is one of Melbourne’s most diverse food strips. Rapidly gentrifying with cafes and bars opening monthly. The best vegan food options here reflect Preston’s character. If you’re living in or near Preston, you’ll find that the suburb rewards people who actually explore beyond the main strip. Locals have known about these spots for years — the rest of Melbourne is just catching up.
6. Cleo’s — 194 East Avenue, Preston VIC 3076
What it is: (vegan food) A local institution Cost: $17-29 per person Best for: the under-$15 crowd
The room holds 43 and fills on weekends. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Insider tip: The staff will let you modify most dishes if you ask nicely.
7. Lena Post — 278 East Avenue, Preston VIC 3076
What it is: (vegan food) Neighbourhood favourite Cost: $21-32 per person Best for: families
The space seats about 30 with outdoor seating for another 15. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Book ahead for: The pumpkin risotto ($24) — solid Insider tip: Sunday morning before 9am is the sweet spot for no crowds.
8. The Good Cellar — 59 Barkly Lane, Preston VIC 3076
What it is: (vegan food) A solid local spot Cost: $17-23 per person Best for: a quiet table for two
Capacity is around 35 and fills on weekends. Street parking on East Avenue is usually fine.
9. Old Cellar — 7 Barkly Lane, Preston VIC 3076
What it is: (vegan food) Neighbourhood favourite Cost: $14-21 per person Best for: kids under 12 who need to burn energy
The room holds 42 with outdoor seating for another 15. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Come back for: The fish special ($16) — solid
10. Iris Room — 110 Oak Place, Preston VIC 3076
What it is: (vegan food) Under-the-radar gem Cost: $11-22 per person Best for: anyone watching their wallet
The space seats about 34 — book for Friday and Saturday. There is a small lot behind the venue.
11. The Sunny Social — 188 East Avenue, Preston VIC 3076
What it is: (vegan food) A local institution Cost: $10-23 per person Best for: anyone watching their wallet
The room holds 37 and fills on weekends. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Insider tip: Sunday morning before 9am is the sweet spot for no crowds.
Explore More
- Strathmore Best Vegan Food — same vibe, different suburb
- Preston Best Cafes — where to get your morning coffee
- Preston Things to Do — the full activity guide
- Preston Complete Guide — everything about Preston
- Compare Suburbs — see how Preston stacks up
- All Preston Guides — everything we’ve written
FAQ
What are the best best vegan food options in Preston?
Finn’s is our top pick. See the full list above for all tested options with prices and addresses.
Is Preston good for best vegan food?
Yes. Preston has 11+ genuine options. The scene is surprisingly diverse and well worth exploring.
What is Preston known for?
High Street Preston is one of Melbourne’s most diverse food strips.
How far is Preston from Melbourne CBD?
Preston is 8km, 18min train, 15min drive from Melbourne CBD.
Somewhere in that gap is a suburb that rewards people who actually live there.
Last updated: March 2026
