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The Nevedya Garden Oasis - Nevedya, Upwey, AU-VIC

Nevedya

4.9
4.9
304 Reviews
$41 to $100
South Indian

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 2 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Vegetarian-friendly
  • Healthy
  • Vegan-friendly
Nevedya is Food for the Spirit, an organic plant-focussed restaurant & cafe in the Dandenong Ranges outside Melbourne. We serve wholefood vegetarian and vegan world cuisine with flavours from India, Asia, the Middle East, Europe and beyond. Our ingredients are healthy, ethical, organic, seasonal and showcase produce from local farms and growers.

Run by husband and wife duo Daniel and Shakti, it is an experience to bring you back to your true self. The food is a cleansing experience of reconnecting to nourishment at its untainted roots.

All the food is designed and created by female head chef Shakti Iyer with intention to nurture, transform and heal.

Inspired by Indian restaurants, Ayurveda and our travels throughout the world expect to taste our famous Ayurvedic khichadi, Sri Lankan masala dosa, world fusion tapas, plant-based all day breakfasts and our amazing organic and healthy desserts!

Additional information

  • Phone number
  • Price
    $41 to $100
  • Cuisines
    South Indian, Vegetarian / Vegan, Organic
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Thu, Fri 11:00 am–3:00 pm Sat, Sun 10:30 am–3:00 pm Dinner Thu, Fri 5:30 pm–8:00 pm
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    There is a big carpark behind Nevedya - look for our Red Arched Gates.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Shakti Iyer

Experiences

  • Inside Floor Seating

    Multiple dates available
    Cozy cushioned Japanese style floor seating - flexibility required, you have to be able to sit cross-legged on the floor. Please note: This is a fabric heavy seating area which is hard to clean. It is not recommended for children 2-8 year olds.
    Inside Floor Seating Photo
  • Inside Tables

    Multiple dates available
    Normal tables with normal chairs inside our restaurant.
    Inside Tables Photo
  • Outdoor Deck Seating

    Multiple dates available
    Weather protected and dogs welcome.
    Outdoor Deck Seating Photo

What 304 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.9Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.9Ambience
  • 4.6Value

NoiseEnergetic

Loved For

  • Victoria

    Innovative

  • Victoria

    Gluten-free-friendly

  • Victoria

    Healthy

  • Victoria

    Vegetarian-friendly

  • Yarra Valley Ranges

    Best Overall

  • Yarra Valley Ranges

    Best Food

  • Yarra Valley Ranges

    Best Service

  • Yarra Valley Ranges

    Best Ambiance

  • Yarra Valley Ranges

    Best Value

  • Yarra Valley Ranges

    Great for brunch

  • Yarra Valley Ranges

    Kid-friendly

  • Yarra Valley Ranges

    Gluten-free-friendly

  • Yarra Valley Ranges

    Good for groups

  • Yarra Valley Ranges

    Healthy

  • Yarra Valley Ranges

    Hot spot

  • Yarra Valley Ranges

    Neighborhood gem

  • Yarra Valley Ranges

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Yarra Valley Ranges

    Good for special occasions

  • Yarra Valley Ranges

    Vegetarian-friendly

  • Yarra Valley Ranges

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Nevedya is a culinary gem offering "incredible food" and "amazing service" in a "relaxing atmosphere." The "unique menu" features delicious vegan and vegetarian options, with standout dishes like the Curry Thali Platter and satay tofu. Patrons enjoy the "friendly staff," "live music," and "beautiful surroundings," creating a truly "nourishing and soulful experience."

304 Reviews
  1. Malini

    Melbourne2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    The food was of excellent quality and taste. Enjoyed authentic South Indian dishes. No skimping on the vegetables either. The taste was mouth watering and delicious. The service was great. The dishes were brought out in a timely manner and we were able to enjoy them. I will highly recommend the place if you want an authentic Indian vegetarian meal.

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  2. Mandela

    Victoria1 review

    5.0

    Dined on February 28, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My family and I always love eating here, Dan and his amazing crew always create a homely atmosphere and the food is always fantastic. Your new favourite spot in the hills

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  3. Clare

    Victoria4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Beautiful garden setting is perfect for lunch anytime of year . The vegetarian and vegan menu has many splendidly delicious dishes to choose from along with many interesting drinks. Highly recommended

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  4. Melissa

    Victoria3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 20, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A wonderful restaurant with delicious food, great service and a gorgeous setting. Have been here for lunch and dinner many times and will continue to go back again and again.

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  5. Roslyn

    Melbourne1 review

    5.0

    Dined on February 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This is a very special place, with a beautiful ambiance and stunning food. Do yourself a favour and go there

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  6. Merrie

    Victoria1 review

    3.0

    Dined on February 7, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    I love the food at Nevedya and after a call out on socials for support I was glad to book a table for a leisurely Saturday brunch. We didn’t know there would be a time limit on our table and less than two hours into our sitting we were given the bill and asked to leave… NOW!. This came as a huge shock, and the delivery and timing was poor. Also, there was a large table in some kind of meditation/shakra/reiki/tea/smoke ceremony which we felt that by speaking, laughing or generally catching up we were deeply disrespecting/disrupting. It would be good to know when booking if there is some kind of event on as the vibe was a huge mismatch. Having said that, our server was polite, the khichadi is my favourite meal of all time and I’ll go back. Just some suggestions for an improved experience for all.
    NevedyaResponded on February 12, 2025
    Hi Merrie. Thanks for the feedback regarding the tea ceremony we will consider that when planning events. Regarding your booking time - I checked the booking times and you had a 10.30am - 12.30pm booking. 2 hours is incredibly standard for any restaurant (especially on a busy Saturday lunch) and we would have politely let you know that we had another booking on your table after you. We took payment at 12.20pm so you would have vacated the table right at the last moment before the next booking arrived. Sorry this disappointed you.

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  7. Kerryn VIP

    Melbourne8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 6, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a wonderful lunch at Nevedya today. We chose the Khichadi & dosa which was absolutely delicious. Our cold homemade drinks were also delicious. To finish with we had the Loco Love - Black Cherry & Raspberry with Schisandra chocolate bar, along with the most delicious iced chai! We were lucky to be seated out the back in the garden area, beside the pond. Our service was amazing. ‘Twas a fantastic experience, and look forward to visiting again very soon!

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  8. Mirakye

    Melbourne6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Five stars across the board. This business is the real deal. Full of integrity & excellence on all levels. Beautiful staff and the most exquisite meals. Food of impeccable quality, ingenuity and soulfulness. Thank you 🙏🏻

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  9. Josie

    Victoria6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on January 31, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    There isn’t another place like Nevedya. Being able to trust a restaurant to be using all the best ingredients, no bad oils, organic produce and sustainable trusted farms. The food is incredible and the drinks are just as good. With relaxed, easy and refreshing vibes, different seating options and a beautiful garden out back, this place is my favourite and I am so grateful to be able to visit!

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  10. Carolyn

    Melbourne4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on January 31, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    I love this place! The food is truly amazing, so flavoursome and nutritious. It is a rarity to find an organic restaurant and I loved everything about it. The different areas all have a lovely feel, from the lower seated areas inside to the garden out the back. Service was excellent. Highly recommend.

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FAQs

Nevedya is rated 4.9 stars by 304 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 2 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Nevedya

52 Main St, Upwey, AU-VIC 3158

Additional information

  • Phone number
  • Price
    $41 to $100
  • Cuisines
    South Indian, Vegetarian / Vegan, Organic
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Thu, Fri 11:00 am–3:00 pm Sat, Sun 10:30 am–3:00 pm Dinner Thu, Fri 5:30 pm–8:00 pm
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    There is a big carpark behind Nevedya - look for our Red Arched Gates.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Shakti Iyer
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