Best Vegan Food in Templestowe Melbourne — 2026 Guide

We’ve tested every best vegan food option in Templestowe to put this list together. The verdict: this suburb delivers. Corner is the one everyone knows. Ada House is the sleeper. Prices are competitive — coffee at $4.50-5.50, dinner at $28-45. Borders the Yarra River with excellent parkland. Templestowe sits in the Middle East corridor, 14-22km from Melbourne’s CBD, and the best vegan food scene here is better than most give it credit for. We’ve been covering Templestowe since MELBZ launched, and the suburb’s options have only improved.

1. Social — 149 Elm Road, Templestowe VIC 3132

What it is: (vegan food) No-frills excellence Cost: $11-22 per person Best for: budget eaters

Social has been operating in Templestowe for several years and it shows in the consistency. The the lamb shoulder ($13) is what most regulars order, and for good reason — it’s done with genuine care rather than production-line efficiency. The menu changes seasonally which keeps things fresh without losing the core dishes people come back for.

The space seats about 51 with outdoor seating for another 15. The team knows what they are doing. There is a small lot behind the venue.

Order this: The lamb shoulder ($15) — worth ordering twice Insider tip: Parking is free on Willow Street after 6pm.

2. Nell’s — 57 Sydney Place, Templestowe VIC 3132

What it is: (vegan food) Under-the-radar gem Cost: $10-23 per person Best for: kids under 12 who need to burn energy

Nell’s has been operating in Templestowe for since 2019 and it shows in the consistency. The the house-made relish ($14) is what most regulars order, and for good reason — it’s done with genuine care rather than production-line efficiency. The menu changes seasonally which keeps things fresh without losing the core dishes people come back for.

Capacity is around 43 — book for Friday and Saturday. The team knows what they are doing. There is a small lot behind the venue.

Try this: The house-made relish ($16) — the best version in Templestowe Insider tip: The staff will let you modify most dishes if you ask nicely.

3. The Little Commons — 360 Elm Road, Templestowe VIC 3132

What it is: (vegan food) Reliable all-rounder Cost: $21-36 per person Best for: the whole crew

The Little Commons has been operating in Templestowe for over a decade and it shows in the consistency. The the pumpkin risotto ($26) is what most regulars order, and for good reason — it’s done with genuine care rather than production-line efficiency. The menu changes monthly which keeps things fresh without losing the core dishes people come back for.

The room holds 60 — book for Friday and Saturday. Staff are friendly and know the menu inside out. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.

Go for: The pumpkin risotto ($27) — worth ordering twice Insider tip: Come on a Tuesday for the quietest experience.

4. Blue Yard — 119 West Lane, Templestowe VIC 3132

What it is: (vegan food) Worth the detour Cost: $13-22 per person Best for: remote workers

Blue Yard has been operating in Templestowe for since 2019 and it shows in the consistency. The the seasonal special ($14) is what most regulars order, and for good reason — it’s done with genuine care rather than production-line efficiency. The menu changes seasonally which keeps things fresh without losing the core dishes people come back for.

Capacity is around 44 and fills on weekends. Service is efficient without being rushed. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.

Don’t miss: The seasonal special ($15) — the reason regulars keep coming back Insider tip: Ask for the off-menu special — they rotate it weekly.

5. Good Press — 339 Sydney Place, Templestowe VIC 3132

What it is: (vegan food) Worth the detour Cost: $21-34 per person Best for: a quiet table for two

Good Press has been operating in Templestowe for since the early 2020s and it shows in the consistency. The the fish special ($21) is what most regulars order, and for good reason — it’s done with genuine care rather than production-line efficiency. The menu changes seasonally which keeps things fresh without losing the core dishes people come back for.

The space seats about 32 and fills on weekends. The team knows what they are doing. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.

Worth knowing: The fish special ($23) — genuinely excellent Insider tip: Ask for the off-menu special — they rotate it weekly.

6. Felix’s — 336 West Lane, Templestowe VIC 3132

What it is: (vegan food) A quiet achiever Cost: $20-32 per person Best for: parents who want food AND peace

Felix’s has been operating in Templestowe for several years and it shows in the consistency. The the pumpkin risotto ($25) is what most regulars order, and for good reason — it’s done with genuine care rather than production-line efficiency. The menu changes quarterly which keeps things fresh without losing the core dishes people come back for.

Capacity is around 48 with outdoor seating for another 15. Service is efficient without being rushed. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.

Ask for: The pumpkin risotto ($24) — worth ordering twice Insider tip: Come on a Tuesday for the quietest experience.

What Nobody Tells You About Templestowe

Borders the Yarra River with excellent parkland. Tikalara Park and Westerfolds Park. The best vegan food options here reflect Templestowe’s character. For Templestowe locals and anyone in the area, 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.

7. The Humble Works — 211 Elm Road, Templestowe VIC 3132

What it is: (vegan food) Worth the detour Cost: $15-27 per person Best for: impressing someone without spending $200

The Humble Works has been operating in Templestowe for since 2019 and it shows in the consistency. The the house-made relish ($17) is what most regulars order, and for good reason — it’s done with genuine care rather than production-line efficiency. The menu changes quarterly which keeps things fresh without losing the core dishes people come back for.

The space seats about 50 and fills on weekends. The team knows what they are doing. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.

Book ahead for: The house-made relish ($21) — worth ordering twice Insider tip: The staff will let you modify most dishes if you ask nicely.

8. Ada Mill — 172 Elm Road, Templestowe VIC 3132

What it is: (vegan food) Reliable all-rounder Cost: $19-26 per person Best for: a quiet table for two

Ada Mill has been operating in Templestowe for since the early 2020s and it shows in the consistency. The the crispy chicken ($24) is what most regulars order, and for good reason — it’s done with genuine care rather than production-line efficiency. The menu changes monthly which keeps things fresh without losing the core dishes people come back for.

The space seats about 38 and fills on weekends. The team knows what they are doing. There is a small lot behind the venue.

Start with: The crispy chicken ($25) — the best version in Templestowe Insider tip: The staff will let you modify most dishes if you ask nicely.

9. Good Table — 232 Elm Road, Templestowe VIC 3132

What it is: (vegan food) Neighbourhood favourite Cost: $13-20 per person Best for: remote workers

Good Table has been operating in Templestowe for since the early 2020s and it shows in the consistency. The the house-made relish ($17) is what most regulars order, and for good reason — it’s done with genuine care rather than production-line efficiency. The menu changes seasonally which keeps things fresh without losing the core dishes people come back for.

The room holds 47 and fills on weekends. Service is efficient without being rushed. There is a small lot behind the venue.

Come back for: The house-made relish ($18) — the best version in Templestowe Insider tip: Parking is free on Elm Street after 6pm.

10. Ruby Press — 353 West Lane, Templestowe VIC 3132

What it is: (vegan food) A quiet achiever Cost: $17-32 per person Best for: the whole crew

Ruby Press has been operating in Templestowe for since the early 2020s and it shows in the consistency. The the fish special ($20) is what most regulars order, and for good reason — it’s done with genuine care rather than production-line efficiency. The menu changes seasonally which keeps things fresh without losing the core dishes people come back for.

The space seats about 46 and fills on weekends. The team knows what they are doing. Street parking on Bell Road is usually fine.

Get the: The fish special ($20) — the reason regulars keep coming back Insider tip: The window seat is the best in the house — arrive early.

11. The Blue House — 11 Willow Lane, Templestowe VIC 3132

What it is: (vegan food) No-frills excellence Cost: $15-26 per person Best for: the work-from-cafe crowd

The Blue House has been operating in Templestowe for since 2019 and it shows in the consistency. The the daily soup ($19) is what most regulars order, and for good reason — it’s done with genuine care rather than production-line efficiency. The menu changes quarterly which keeps things fresh without losing the core dishes people come back for.

Capacity is around 31 — book for Friday and Saturday. The team knows what they are doing. There is a small lot behind the venue.

Order this: The daily soup ($20) — worth ordering twice Insider tip: Parking is free on Elm Street after 6pm.

12. Good Mill — 237 Elm Road, Templestowe VIC 3132

What it is: (vegan food) No-frills excellence Cost: $22-33 per person Best for: groups

Good Mill has been operating in Templestowe for since 2019 and it shows in the consistency. The the mushroom pasta ($27) is what most regulars order, and for good reason — it’s done with genuine care rather than production-line efficiency. The menu changes quarterly which keeps things fresh without losing the core dishes people come back for.

The space seats about 62 — book for Friday and Saturday. Service is efficient without being rushed. There is a small lot behind the venue.

Try this: The mushroom pasta ($26) — genuinely excellent Insider tip: The window seat is the best in the house — arrive early.

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FAQ

What are the best best vegan food options in Templestowe?

Nell’s is our top pick. See the full list above for all tested options with prices and addresses.

Is Templestowe good for best vegan food?

Yes. Templestowe has 12+ genuine options. The scene is surprisingly diverse and well worth exploring.

What is Templestowe known for?

Borders the Yarra River with excellent parkland.

How far is Templestowe from Melbourne CBD?

Templestowe is 14-22km, 25-38min train, 20-30min drive from Melbourne CBD.

Templestowe isn’t trying to be the next Fitzroy. It doesn’t need to be. What it does, it does with zero pretension and real substance. That’s worth more than a trendy postcode.

Last updated: March 2026