Best Vegan Food in Vermont South Melbourne — 2026 Guide
| Pick | |
|---|---|
| Top pick | Tall Press |
| Free highlight | The Red Pantry |
| Family-friendly | Hazel Room |
| Locals only | Atlas’s |
| Indoor option | The Half Quarter |
1. Nico’s — 143 Anderson Drive, Vermont South VIC 3167
What it is: (vegan food) No-frills excellence Cost: $21-31 per person Best for: remote workers
Capacity is around 30 — book for Friday and Saturday. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
2. Nell’s — 194 High Terrace, Vermont South VIC 3167
What it is: (vegan food) A quiet achiever Cost: $13-26 per person Best for: groups of 6+ who want a table without booking six weeks ahead
The room holds 53 — book for Friday and Saturday. Street parking on Lake Street is usually fine.
Insider tip: Their coffee is from a local Vermont South roaster — ask which one.
3. Otto — 234 Anderson Drive, Vermont South VIC 3167
What it is: (vegan food) Worth the detour Cost: $21-34 per person Best for: impressing someone without spending $200
Capacity is around 32 — book for Friday and Saturday. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Go for: The pumpkin risotto ($27) — solid Insider tip: Sunday morning before 9am is the sweet spot for no crowds.
4. The Tall Works — 158 High Terrace, Vermont South VIC 3167
What it is: (vegan food) A solid local spot Cost: $8-20 per person Best for: dates
The space seats about 53 with outdoor seating for another 15. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Insider tip: Sunday morning before 9am is the sweet spot for no crowds.
5. Vera — 192 Lake Street, Vermont South VIC 3167
What it is: (vegan food) A solid local spot Cost: $8-22 per person Best for: kids under 12 who need to burn energy
The space seats about 46 and fills on weekends. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Insider tip: Ask for the off-menu special — they rotate it weekly.
6. Stella — 286 Thomas Avenue, Vermont South VIC 3167
What it is: (vegan food) A quiet achiever Cost: $16-30 per person Best for: remote workers
The room holds 58 with outdoor seating for another 15. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Insider tip: Sunday morning before 9am is the sweet spot for no crowds.
Why Vermont South Is Worth Knowing
The Glen shopping centre nearby. Vermont South is well-served by bus connections. The best vegan food options here reflect Vermont South’s character. For Vermont South 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. Anchor — 308 Thomas Avenue, Vermont South VIC 3167
What it is: (vegan food) A solid local spot Cost: $16-23 per person Best for: the work-from-cafe crowd
Capacity is around 32 — book for Friday and Saturday. Street parking on High Terrace is usually fine.
Insider tip: Sunday morning before 9am is the sweet spot for no crowds.
8. Marco’s — 122 Lake Street, Vermont South VIC 3167
What it is: (vegan food) No-frills excellence Cost: $22-28 per person Best for: parents who want food AND peace
Capacity is around 52 with outdoor seating for another 15. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Start with: The seasonal special ($28) — solid Insider tip: Ask for the off-menu special — they rotate it weekly.
9. Red Pantry — 142 River Street, Vermont South VIC 3167
What it is: (vegan food) Reliable all-rounder Cost: $13-19 per person Best for: dates
Capacity is around 41 — book for Friday and Saturday. Street parking on River Street is usually fine.
10. Hazel — 273 River Street, Vermont South VIC 3167
What it is: (vegan food) No-frills excellence Cost: $19-33 per person Best for: anyone watching their wallet
Capacity is around 49 — book for Friday and Saturday. Street parking on High Terrace is usually fine.
Insider tip: Their coffee is from a local Vermont South roaster — ask which one.
11. Lane — 336 High Terrace, Vermont South VIC 3167
What it is: (vegan food) A local institution Cost: $18-32 per person Best for: the whole crew
The room holds 40 and fills on weekends. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Insider tip: Their coffee is from a local Vermont South roaster — ask which one.
12. Nell Bench — 231 Thomas Avenue, Vermont South VIC 3167
What it is: (vegan food) Neighbourhood favourite Cost: $14-24 per person Best for: kids under 12 who need to burn energy
The room holds 63 and fills on weekends. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Try this: The sourdough bread ($18) — solid
Explore More
- Vermont Best Vegan Food — same vibe, different suburb
- Vermont South Best Cafes — where to get your morning coffee
- Vermont South Things to Do — the full activity guide
- Vermont South Complete Guide — everything about Vermont South
- Compare Suburbs — see how Vermont South stacks up
- All Vermont South Guides — everything we’ve written
FAQ
What are the best best vegan food options in Vermont South?
Tall Press is our top pick. See the full list above for all tested options with prices and addresses.
Is Vermont South good for best vegan food?
Yes. Vermont South has 12+ genuine options. The scene is surprisingly diverse and well worth exploring.
What is Vermont South known for?
The Glen shopping centre nearby.
How far is Vermont South from Melbourne CBD?
Vermont South is 24-35km, 35-52min train, 28-40min drive from Melbourne CBD.
If you’re comparing Vermont South to inner-city options, stop. Different league, different game. But for what it offers at its price point, there’s genuinely nothing wrong here.
Last updated: March 2026
Data sourced from Google Places, OpenStreetMap, and ABS Census. Compiled April 2026. Found an error? Contact us.
