If you want healthy food in Sydney, you came to the right place. We’re pretty lucky that there are lots of amazing healthy cafes and restaurants, but with that comes a huge struggle of which ones to pick. Sydney is a big place and with that comes a variety of options, each of which is amazing in its own way.
So to help you navigate Sydney’s plethora of healthy cafes and restaurants, we’ve compiled the top spots. Here is a list of the best healthy restaurants in Sydney.
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Table of contents
- 1. Verd
- 2. Yulli’s
- 3. Bodhi Restaurant
- 4. Lox Stock & Barrel
- 5. Daily Greens
- 6. Kepos Street Kitchen
- 7. Two Chaps
- 8. Lentil As Anything
- 9. Warren & Holt Wholefoods Eatery
- 10. Umu
- 11. COOH
- 12. Pilgrims
- 13. Kindness Cafe
- 14. Momo Bar
- 15. Small’s Deli
- 16. Egg Of The Universe
- 17. Porch and Parlour
- 18. Mint Organics
- General FAQs
1. Verd
Verd is a family-owned and operated restaurant. Grace and Joe are the brains behind Verd, which provided Sydney with fresh plant-based options that are not only good for you but also for the environment, plus its all locally sourced. The food on offer here is made fresh daily as they slice, dice, season and bake every day to ensure you get the freshest and tastiest food you can find.
Address: C/13 The Corso, Manly NSW 2095
Hours: Mon – Sun 11:00 am – 3:00 pm
2. Yulli’s
Yulli’s is a much-loved restaurant that offers tasty vegan and gluten-free food, as well as some of the best beer and wine NSW, has to offer. Since opening in 2008, the restaurant has gained a loyal following that flock here to eat some amazing food like the mini Vietnamese pancake with chilli radish, king mushrooms and tofu and the kimchi fried rice. Also, why not try the Moroccan tagine with buckwheat polenta. Not only do they offer some amazing food, but they also offer fantastic vegan and gluten-free desserts.
Address: 417 Crown St Surry Hills 2010
Phone: 02 9319 6609
Hours: Mon 5:00 pm – 9:30 pm, Tue – Sun 12:00 pm – 9:30 pm
3. Bodhi Restaurant
Bodhi Restaurant has been pioneering and specialising in vegan Yum Cha and Pan-Asian cuisine since they first opened in 1988. They have an emphasis on fresh ingredients and use produce that is locally sourced and organic where possible, the food is prepared daily and handcrafted using traditional techniques. There’s a range of seasonal mouthwatering dishes to choose from like steamed Chinese vegetables, san choy bao, vegan dumplings, salads and stir-fries with a rainbow of veggies, nuts and herbs. No matter what you pick you’ll be eating some of the best vegan food in Sydney.
Address: 2-4 College Street, Sydney 2000
Phone: (02) 9360 2523
Hours: (Lunch) Mon – Sat 11:00 am – 3:00 pm, Sun 11:00 am – 4:00pm. (Dinner) Tue – Sun 5:00 pm – 10:00 pm
4. Lox Stock & Barrel
Lox Stock & Barrel has provided Sydney with its own classic European style deli diner since 2013. Here you will find a healthy and tasty mix of seasonal produce, pickled, smoked and baked foods. From the freshly made bread to the fish and meat is smoked on-site daily. Try the sprouted mixed grain falafel with red lentil dahl and coconut sambal, or why not give the slow-roasted eggplant stuffed with quinoa, spiced nuts, herbs and halloumi a try.
Address: 140 Glenayr Ave. Bondi Beach, NSW, 2026
Phone: (02) 9300 0368
Hours: (Day) Mon – Sun 7:00 am – 2:30 pm, (Night) Wed – Sat 6:00 pm- 11:00 pm
5. Daily Greens
Daily Greens is a sustainable and zero-waste restaurant. Daily Greens is known for its nutritious salads and warm nourish bowls, like the Fun Guy, is a varied mixture of roasted mushrooms, lemon kale slaw, roasted almonds, cherry tomatoes and quinoa topped with a lime and coriander vinaigrette with crunchy corn chips. There are a lot more tasty meals on the menu as well. But these tasty and nutritious foods won’t break the bank.
Address: 2-16 Glenmore Rd, Paddington NSW 2021
Phone: 0435 888 883
Hours: Mon – Sun 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
6. Kepos Street Kitchen
Kepos Street Kitchen brings classic and tasty Mediterranean and Middle Eastern food with a twist to Sydney. The menus full of traditional classics and new favourites to try, each dish taking you on a flavourful journey. For a real flavour journey, you should try the cauliflower salad with parsley, walnut and pistachio, or the fish kefta with smoky eggplant, mint and pomegranate.
Address: 96 Kepos St, Redfern NSW 2016
Phone: (02) 9319 3919
Hours: Mon – Sun 8:00 am – 3:00 pm
7. Two Chaps
Two Chaps is a cafe and bakery with a passion for making food from scratch using a sustainable approach. All of their amazing bread and pastry is made daily by hand using sustainable and organic Australian flours. Even the coffee is roasted nearby by Single O Coffee Roasters. If you’re looking for something to eat we recommend the Brekkie bowl, a nourishing concoction of pea and halloumi fritters, pumpkin purée, shaved zucchini, seeded avocado and a beetroot pickled egg.
Address: 122 Chapel St. Marrickville NSW 2204
Phone: (02) 9572 8858
Hours: (Day) Mon – Fri 7:00 am – 3:00 pm, Sat 8:00 am – 3:00 pm, Sun 8:00 am – 2:00 pm, (Night) Thu – Sat 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
8. Lentil As Anything
Lentil As Anything is one of Australia’s first and most favoured vegetarian Pay-As-You-Feel restaurants. The restaurants has no set prices, but everyone is welcome to come for a meal and Pay-As-They-Feel, through either a financial contribution or volunteering. The menu here changes daily and is based on seasonal produce.
Address: 391 King St, Newtown Sydney, New South Wales, 2042
Phone: (02) 8283 5580
Hours: (Day) Mon – Fri 12:00 am – 3:00 pm, Sat – Sun 10:oo am – 3:00 pm, (Night) Mon – Sun 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
9. Warren & Holt Wholefoods Eatery
Warren & Holt Wholefoods Eatery is known for its use of locally and ethically sourced produce. As well as there ability to cater to any dietary needs, without compromising on taste. Their meals are predominately gluten-free and they are able to modify meals to be dairy-free and vegan-friendly. we recommend the fermented sourdough crumpets accompanied by sautéed mushrooms, asparagus, shallots, green pea powder and poached egg.
Address: Shop 4, 415-421 Illawarra Rd, Marrickville, NSW 2204
Phone: (02) 9559 8504
Hours: Mon – Fri 7:00 am – 3:00 pm, Sat – Sun 8:00 am – 3:00 pm
Warren & Holt Wholefoods Eatery
10. Umu
Umu is one of Sydney’s longest standing plant-based cafes and organic food stores. For more than 25 years they have served up delicious vegan and vegetarian food as well as organic beer, wines, fresh organic produce and groceries.
Address: 81a Gould Street, Bondi Beach NSW 2026
Phone: (02) 9365 5098
Hours: Mon – Sat 7.00am – 4.30pm, Sun 7.00am – 3.00pm
11. COOH
COOH is a popular destination for many and there are many reasons why. But one reason is the fact that COOH sources organic produce and meats are sourced from local farms around NSW. Their menu features a variety of well-rounded meals like the scallops with corn and mango salsa before moving onto the crispy skin ocean trout with sweet potato puree and citrus herb salad. They even have vegan smoothies, farm-fresh juices, Australian bio-dynamic organic wines and house-roasted coffee.
Address: 90-96 Bourke Rd, Alexandria NSW, 2015
Phone: (02) 9002 1333
Hours: Mon 7:00 am – 3:30 pm, Tues – Fri 7:00 am – 10:00 pm, Sat 8:30 am – 10:00 pm, Sun 8:30 am – 3:30 pm
12. Pilgrims
Pilgrims is known for its simple and delicious vegetarian menu. Which features Burgers, burritos, pies, nachos and toasties and many more. You have to try the Bliss Burger this mixed grain pattie, fried onion, avo, cheese, tabouli, sprouts and special sauce on a wholemeal roll is amazing. But the best part is that its healthy fast food plus it’s close to the beach. So what more could you want.
Address: 97 Gerrale St, Cronulla NSW 2230
Phone: (02) 9523 7580
Hours: (Day) Mon – Fri 8:00 am – 2:30 pm, Sat – Sun 7:30 am – 3:00 pm, (Night) Thu – Sat 5:30 pm – 8:30 pm
13. Kindness Cafe
Kindness Cafe has some of the best authentic vegan Thai food in Sydney. The menu here features a large array of classic Thai dishes like spring rolls, pad see ew & chilli basil stir fry that we all know and love but made vegan friendly using fresh vegetables and tofu.
Address: Shop 6 Republic 2 Court Yard, 248 Palmer Street, Darlinghurst NSW 2010
Phone: (02) 9331 5578
Hours: Monday closed, Tue – Thu 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm, Fri 5:00 pm – 9:30 pm, Sat 12:00 pm – 3:00 pm and 5:00 pm – 9:30 pm, Sun 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm
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14. Momo Bar
Momo Bar has been spoiling Sydney locals since 2017 with amazing Hawaiian poke bowls and tasty Nepalese momos (juicy dumplings). The momos are gluten-free and stuffed with handmade fillings. The poke bowls are brimming with sashimi, brown rice, and various veggies.
Address: 28 Market Pl, Manly NSW 2095
Phone: 0457 539 566
Hours: Mon – Wed 11:00 am – 9:00 pm, Thu – Sun 11:00 am – 10:00 pm
15. Small’s Deli
Small’s Deli is a European-inspired sandwich spot, which serves all your European deli favourites for breakfast and lunch. when coming here you may need to queue for sourdough, paninis, baguettes sandwiches that are made to order. But that’s not all they’re packed with fresh ingredients like house-made pickles, free-range salami and slowly ripened cheeses.
Address: 166 Victoria Street, Potts Point 2011
Phone: (02) 8592 5597
Hours: Monday Closed, Tue – Sat 7:30 am – 3:00 pm, Sun 7:30 am – 2:00 pm
16. Egg Of The Universe
Egg Of The Universe is Sydney’s only integrated yoga studios and wholefoods cafe. The cafe’s menu is based around the whole foods movement and principles of sustainability. You’ll find tasty cafe classics like cakes and coffees alongside cleansing teas, kombucha, broths, slow-cooked stews and amazing smoothies. All made from organic ingredients that have been sustainably sourced from local producers.
Address: 711 Darling St, Rozelle NSW 2039
Phone: (02) 9810 3146
Hours: Mon – Sun 8:00 am – 2:30 pm
17. Porch and Parlour
Using organic local ingredients, Porch and Parlour is one of Bondi’s most popular beachfront eateries. Here the menu is full of mouth-watering meals as well as an amazing smoothie menu jammed full of fruit and veg. From breakfast to lunch then to dinner, you’ll be spoiled for choice with all these tasty and nutritious foods.
Address: 17-18/110 Ramsgate Ave, North Bondi NSW 2026
Phone: (02) 9300 0111
Hours: Mon – Fri 6:30 am – 2:00 pm, Sat – Sun 6:30 am – 3:00 pm
18. Mint Organics
Mint Organics is a favourite amongst Cronulla locals for its use of healthy whole foods and local produce. The menu here is full of tasty meals and coffees. You’ll find classic cold-pressed juices and smoothies made from homemade almond milk and Brazil nut milk. And if you’re looking for something to eat try the vegetarian lentil burger on a gluten-free bun or a raw, sugarless chocolate ball. If that’s not for you the menu also features a wide array of organic seasonal salads and rolls.
Address: 26 Nicholson Parade, Cronulla NSW 2230
Phone: (02) 9523 0499
Hours: Mon – Fri 6:00 am – 3:00 pm, Sat – Sun 6:30 am – 3:00 pm
General FAQs
Some healthy places to eat in Sydney are Yulli's, Kindness cafe and Bodhi.
It's hard to say exactly what is the best food in Sydney, but Lox Stock & Barrel and Acre all make some amazing food.
Daily Greens and Cooh have some of the best healthy food.
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