🌿 A tour of vegetarian, vegan and halal-friendly options in Melbourne's Flinders and Swanston Street
🌿 A Veggie, Vegan, and Halal-Friendly Tour of Swanston Street in Flinders, Melbourne
Swanston Street is the heart of Melbourne. Surrounded by the sounds of tram bells and the vibrant crowds, exploring delicious vegetarian, vegan, and halal-friendly food is a culinary adventure in itself.
1. Crossways Vegetarian and Vegan Restaurant
• Genre: Indian vegetarian and vegan-friendly
• Features: A one-plate restaurant run by a Hindu temple. The curry, rice, salad, and dessert set changes daily, and you can have unlimited refills. Enjoy a moment of escaping the hustle and bustle of the city in the quiet space on the first floor.
• Recommendation: Visit early during lunchtime. You can sit before it gets crowded, and the curry is warmer and more fragrant.
2. Swanston Halal Food Centre
• Genre: Middle Eastern, Indian, and Malay halal ingredients and prepared dishes
• Features: More of a "food hub" than a restaurant. While selling halal meat, spices, and packaged meals, they also offer homemade side dishes and snacks in the back of the store.
• Recommendation: Takeout lamb curry. Perfect for a relaxing evening in your hotel room.
3. Shakahari Too
• Genre: Creative Vegetarian
• Specialties: Colorful presentation and a fusion of Asian and Western flavors. They also have a wide selection of vegan desserts.
• Recommendation: Tofu steak and coconut-flavored soup.
4. Maha
• Genre: Modern Middle Eastern cuisine (Halal options available)
• Specialties: Experience the profound depth of spices and herbs with the chef's creative course meal. Reservations recommended.
• Recommendation: Enjoy a variety of dishes in small portions with the lunch course.
5. Lord of the Fries
• Genre: Vegan fast food
• Specialties: All menu items are plant-based. Hamburgers with vegan cheese and veggie patties, along with international-style fries, are their specialties.
• Recommendation: Mexican fries with spicy sauce.
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💡 Moment Memo
Swanston Street is a street packed with Melbourne's culinary diversity. Experience the vegetarian and vegan cultures of India, Malay, the Middle East, and Oceania all within walking distance. Even if you have dietary restrictions, you won't be short of options here.
Nearby attractions: St. Paul's Cathedral, Flinders Street Station, Federation Square
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