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Serves meat, vegan options available. Variety of vegan dishes available including vegan lasagne and an antipasto platter. Many of the vegetarian menu items can be veganised with vegan cheese, including a tofu or tempeh burrito and a veggie burger. 2nd location, the other is in Cairns. Reported closed August 2023.


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27 Reviews

First Review by Vegangypsy

xinru_t

Points +7601

Vegan
08 Jul 2023

Vegan-Friendly Indigenous-Owned Cafe

Indigenous-owned cafe known for incoporating native ingredients and having a very vegan-friendly menu, including housemade vegan poached eggs. I had very high expectations after reading so many rave reviews, so to be honest the food turned out to be slightly underwhelming. Nonetheless I appreciated the fact that almost the entire menu could be veganised - definitely something I wish all eateries can work towards! Managed to visit during my trip to Sydney before they close down this weekend. Wishing them all the best in their future endeavours!

TracyHedges

Points +42

Vegan
13 Jun 2023

Very Vegan friendly

Their menu states “Almost every item can be made Vegan”

Pros: Lots of Vegan options, Friendly staff , Great service

Zeebo

Points +45

Vegan
30 May 2023

Excellent

Great vegan food, friendly, cozy vibe

Ezey11

Points +1114

Vegan
21 May 2023

Vegan pancakes

Had the vegan pancakes which were delicious.
Light and fluffy pancakes with a berry coulis and nutty crumble scatter over the top.
Looking forward to trying other options on the menu as almost all items can be made vegan

Updated from previous review on 2023-05-14

Pros: Great service , Lots of vegan options

StevieL

Points +34

Vegan
20 Mar 2023

Great Surprise

Dropped in to this place on recommendation of daughter. Delightfully surprised. Had the Native Flora burger - DELICIOUS! Will be coming back!

Pros: Lots of vegan options - can veganise most. , Friendly & helpful & efficient staff, Outdoor area

LisaCroke

Points +54

Vegan
20 Jan 2023

Love the vibe.

Tried the vegan Aunty Suella after a recommendation on a previous post of mine, and OMG, I’m so glad I did. I’m not going to need to eat til dinner now, I’m completely satiated. I don’t know what bakon they use, but it’s probably the nicest I’ve tried. I’d love to try making vegan poached “eggs” someday, but I doubt I’d make them as well as they have. The vibe is fab, and the staff likewise.

Pros: Almost anything on the menu can be veganised., Reasonable prices., Friendly, approachable staff.

DelboyWilson

Points +173

Vegan
01 Jan 2023

Big brekkie bonanza

Had the vegan, gluten free big brekkie. Almost anything on the menu can be made vegan and gluten free. Vegan sausages and very cool poached veggs with solid white and runny yolk. Awesome place. #Veganuary

Updated from previous review on 2023-01-01

Pros: Almost anything can be vegan, Almost anything can be gluten free, Good coffee

Rishiroo

Points +191

Vegan
17 Dec 2022

Cute, friendly and delicious

Really enjoyed this cafe. Pretty much everything can be made vegan, including poached eggs! The staff were super friendly and even save leftover meat during the day to give to the dog visitors! Food was delicious and the staff were genuine and delicious. I recommend highly!

Pros: Lots of vegan options, Friendly staff, Great food

Cons: Not great for big groups

Tamsieee

Points +198

Vegan
09 Sep 2022

Must visit!

A nice cozy place with friendly staff. Almost all menu options can be veganized. Both dishes we ordered were so delicious and worth it! Definitely go for the vegan Benedict eggs!

Pros: Everything can be made vegan, Best vegan eggs

GrayHorwitz

Points +1701

Vegan
06 Jul 2022

3.5*/4 good options and friendly service

Heard so much about their famous vegan eggs! Presentation and taste were great, but served a little lukewarm. Overall a nice experience and loved the drink selection. Wish vegan options didn’t have added cost

dsauce

Points +125

Vegan
11 Jun 2022

Just do it

The people that work here make it a must-visit alone. The fact that they can veganise almost anything on the menu is the icing on the cake. Tough to decide but I settled on the vegan Benedict. Can’t wait to go back

PLANTFACEDCLOTHING

Points +148

Vegan
06 Mar 2022

The best vegan eggs!

Such a good hearty breakfast ~ and the best vegan eggs I’ve ever had! So many good options that can be veganised

TreatDreams

Points +112

Vegan
02 Jan 2022

Everything (even eggs!) can be made vegan

Everytime a traveller is in town, I take them here.

An Indigenous owned cafe, serving up the goods. Extensive menu, big portions, tasty flavours and *everything* can be made vegan.

They have heaps of exclusively vegan options, and can make most things on the menu vegan.

Try the:
* Pancakes (served with vegan ice cream)
* Eggs benedict (vegan eggs made in house!)
* Salad (can't remember the name, but I always end up taking half home for another meal)
* Shouka

Pros: Indigenous owned, Most things can be made vegan, Pancakes

eyem_here

Points +333

Vegan
15 May 2021

So delicious

This place always hits the spot. Delicious food and great service. Recommend the vegan eggs benedict

Pros: Lots of vegan options, Delicious , Good service & chilled vibe

Hellokelsey

Points +186

Vegan
31 Jan 2021

Great variety

Really appreciated that most items on the menu could be made vegan. Very large portion sizes, friendly service and yummy food. Definitely recommend for a big breakfast feed

Pros: Lots of vegan options, Great coffee , Big portions

RhiannonColes-Okmasi

Points +32

Vegan
23 Nov 2020

Best vegan eggs benny

Absolutely lovely atmosphere! Went there whilst on holidays in Sydney and wish I had gone there every day! I got the eggs Benedict made vegan and it was absolutely delicious. Dietary requirements were not seen as an issue by the lady who was there and was more than helpful in guiding me about which sides would suit my meal best. Would honestly give it five stars if the app allowed me to.

Pros: Plenty of vegan options, Lovely staff, Amazing vibes

Kryssiee

Points +432

Vegan
03 Oct 2020

WOW

The food is absolutely delicious! I am a sucker for breakfast food and this place is next level. Been here a few times and will keep coming back. The staff are so lovely and helpful. The food is amazing, and the atmosphere is just so infectious in all the best ways. Definitely recommend the vegan eggs Benedict or the big breakfast.

Pros: Lots of vegan options , Big portion sizes/ filling

Gab_70

Points +34

Vegan
20 Jul 2020

When you need a big breakfast!

I've eaten in and had take-away from this lovely little cafe in Glebe. The staff are friendly and the portions are generous. I can't go past the vegan eggs Benedict. I've tried it with the Suzy Spoon vegan bacon but preferred it with the mushrooms. It comes with spinach and potatoes. Lots of great vegan options on the menu and the location is excellent with a bus stop one minute away.

Pros: Friendly staff, Generous portions, Great location

jesscurrie69

Points +56

Vegan
13 Jul 2020

AMAZING!!

The most friendly sweet staff! Really cosy cafe. Definitely recommend the vegan eggs benedict 🤤😍

Pros: Lots of vegan options , Really good coffee , Wonderful staff

Vegan_Van_Girl

Points +629

Vegan
21 Jun 2020

Many choices

Just about everything on the menu has a vegan option, or can be made vegan. I got the eggs benedict, vegan eggs & mushrooms.
Everything was great! A big plate of food too!

vansk

Points +17

Vegetarian
15 Apr 2020

So many choices

Aboriginal-owned. Huge menu w heaps of options for both vegan and vegetarian. Everything is both hearty portion and really delicious. Great value.

BrittJaide

Points +73

Vegan
21 Mar 2020

Amazing Glebe cafe near all the action

Came here with a vegan group, and all got a different meal nearly. They had vegan eggs and Mexican plates and sausages. Very delicious

Pros: Lots of vegan options, Good location

Cons: Hard to cater for large groups

GenevieveRead

Points +38

Vegan
15 Feb 2020

Generous and delicious

Friendly service with great vegan options including vegan eggs. They use top quality vegan meat alternatives from local Suzy Spoons and they offer large plates of food at a fair price. The atmosphere is very relaxed and great for a Saturday brunch. Food is seasoned well and everything has a good flavour.

Pros: Most items can be made vegan , Large serves, Quality of faux meat and dairy

Cons: Serves meat (makes it easy dining w mix diets)

tiffyday

Points +1674

Vegan
21 Jan 2020

Good choice for vegan eggs

Cute little cafe with a nice view of the city off in the distance, if you sit facing the street. Plenty of vegan options with all the vegan "meats", including bacon and sausage. Paris Style Eggs were delicious! The vegan Full Monty is good also, but is massive - make sure you're very hungry! We tried the vegan Eggs Benedict with House-made Hollandaise this time around, was also very yummy. We go to this cafe for the vegan poached eggs, not sure what they're made from, but very good imitation eggs if that's what you're after. They also have Bonsoy :-)

Pros: Bonsoy., Menu includes a legend to define the labels.

dazedkiwi

Points +710

Vegan
05 Jan 2020

Tasty vegan options

Had lunch here: Mexican burrito, salad and the mushroom crepes. All were tasty. A bit slow coming out as they were a little busy (but not packed). Reasonable portions and prices.

Pros: Vegan options , Tasty, Reasonable prices

Cons: Pastries in the cabinet weren’t vegan

scra8676

Points +26

Vegan
05 Sep 2019

Vegan Eggs Benedict

I went with my parents and sister and had the vegan eggs benedict with Suzy Spoons vegan bacon rashers. Really filling and loved the potatoes that came with it. Cant wait to go back again to get the same thing.
Also tried the babushka for takeaway when my work forgot the vegan catering and it was lovely - big portion with a variety of veg. Definitely recommend and will be back

Pros: Friendly staff, Big portions, Nice vibe

Vegangypsy

Points +217

Vegan
22 Aug 2019

AMAZING menu that's wholesome, nourishing and comforting.

This cafe caters for everyone! It is not a vegan cafe but everything on the menu can be made vegan and gluten-free. I had the burrito (vegan and gluten-free) and my friend had vegan eggs benedict. So amazing!! Great range of hot drinks too and fresh juices. Super cool ambiance, great service and awesome location.

Pros: Whole menu can be made vegan and gluten-free, Healthy options available, Cute courtyard and outside seating




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