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Vegan food in Brisbane is getting good. Great for your body, the planet, and, more importantly, your tastebuds, the foodie scene is catching on. With countless vegan and vegetarian restaurants popping up in Brisbane, there is no shortage of options for you to try that surely bypass the token vegetarian salad option. So, if you’re hungry and looking for the best vegan restaurants in Brisbane, we have you covered! Here is a list of Brisbane’s best vegan restaurants.
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1. Miss Demeanour Laneway Bar
Hidden underground on Rowes Lane, this moody spot blends perfectly with its classy, mysterious location. The dim lighting and live music are perfectly complemented with top-quality vegan food. With everything from vegetarian classics like spiced cauliflower, their zesty beetroot salad to a BBQ jackfruit vegan burger, You’d be amazed how your boozy brunch may slowly turn into an afternoon of cocktails, and as for the rest of the night. It depends on how many cocktails you order!
Address: Rowes Ln, Brisbane City QLD 4000
Hours: Tuesday- Saturday 11 am- Late
Phone: (07) 3221 0032
2. Netherworld
If you want a good time, converted pub corner Netherworld has it all! From arcade games, pinball machines and beers and ciders. More importantly, the menu is vegan-friendly, allowing visitors to add meat if needed. Good vibes all night in this Fortitude Valley corner are guaranteed.
Address: 186 Brunswick St, Fortitude Valley QLD 4006
Hours: Tues-Wed & Sun 12-11pm, Fri-Sat 12pm-1am
Phone: 0424 156 667
3. Grown
With locally sourced ingredients and delicious meals, Grown is all about doing good for your body, the environment, and the community. Completely plant-based, the vegan restaurant sources food from framers located no more than 400 kilometres from Brissy. Perfectly located in foodie central, West End, this is a must-do on your Friday night food safari through the vibrant streets.
Address: Shop G03/21 Buchanan St, West End QLD 4101
Hours: Mon-Fri 6:30 am–3 pm, Sat-Sun 7am-3pm
Phone: (07) 3036 7213
4. You Came Again
Nestled in Brisbane’s trendy West End, You Came Again is Brisbane’s first vegan tapas bar! Nothing beats tapas and a drink; this place knows how it’s done. Don’t miss out on their delicious ‘meetballs’ or their stuffed pesto mushrooms. Not only is this tapas spot vegan but “everything is gluten-free and made with sh*t loads of love..” a self-proclaimed prophecy.
Address: 245 Boundary St, West End QLD 4101
Hours: Mon & Thurs 5-9:30pm, Fri 4:30-9:30pm, Sat-Sun 11:30am-3pm & 5-10pm
Phone: 0422 281 124
5. Otto Ristorante
Looking for vegan fine dining in Brisbane? Otto Ristorante is an Italian restaurant with a whole section of its menu dedicated to vegans. This place also does not disappoint in terms of location. Sitting high on Queen Street in Brisbane’s CBD, you can catch the spectacular summer sunset with a glass of rose in one hand and a bowl of vegan pasta on the table—nothing better.
Located in: River Quay Green South Bank
Address: Shop 1, River Quay, Sidon St, QLD 4101
Hours: Mon-Tues 5:30-9pm, Wed-Sun 12-9pm
Phone: (07) 3835 2888
6. Tipplers Tap
Fancy a good beer in South Bank and a quality feed to match? Tipplers Tap provides the goods. Specialising in all-American street food, they have vegan substitutes for all your favourites, like hotdogs, chilli and any burger you like. Better yet, this place is pretty cheap, so you’ll be leaving feeling very full without an empty wallet!
Address: 3/184 Grey St, South Brisbane QLD 4101
Hours: Mon-Thur 11:30 am–9:30 pm, Fri-Sat 11am-12am, Sun 11am-10pm
Phone: (07) 3846 4200
7. Yavanna Plant-based Restaurant
Perfect for every occasion, Yavanna is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner, with an extensive food and drinks menu to cater for all your cravings. The vegan restaurant is 100 per cent plant-based and is proud to be a part of Australia’s growing vegan revolution. Our favourites are the truffle mac and cheese and the brekky muffin, complete with bacon and egg that makes it feel like you’re eating the real deal (if this is what you’re up for!)
Address: 9/2 Latrobe Terrace, Paddington QLD 4064
Hours: Mon-Fri 5-9pm, Sat 11:30am-2:30pm & 5-9pm
Phone: (07) 3554 0267
8. Detour
If fine dining is more up your alley, Detour in Woolloongabba is fondly considered one of the best vegan restaurants in Brisbane. Whilst not fully vegan, half of their menu is plant-based. Serving lunch and dinner till late, there are some funky options on the menu like the fossilised veg, making it even more worth the visit!
Address: 11 Logan Rd, Woolloongabba QLD 4102
Hours: Tues-Thur 5-10pm, Fri-Sat 12-11pm
Phone: (07) 3217 4880
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General FAQ
A vegetarian is someone who doesn’t eat meat, whereas a vegan avoids consuming all animal products, like egg, dairy and honey.
Brisbane has some of the best vegan restaurants in Australia, ranging from places serving a fully vegan menu, a mix of vegetarian and vegan, and some with great vegan food options!
the best vegan food and vegetarian restaurants in the CBD include Grassfed, Miss Demeanour and Otto Ristorante.
