Diners' Choice: Vegetarian-friendly restaurants in New South Wales

OpenTable

Updated January 05, 2025

Looking for the best vegetarian restaurants in New South Wales? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyzes nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favorite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

No Bones Byron Bay

4.9

4.9 (1251)

$41 to $100

Vegan

Byron Bay

About the restaurant

No Bones is the brainchild of Tahlia, Yasmina and Laurie. In an attempt to change the way we think about what we put in our mouths, we opened our doors in April 2018 with a vision of bringing meat eaters and vegans together over good plant-based food. With each passing year, No Bones has evolved, driven by the determination to do better for both our community and the environment.

We are part of a plant-based movement and invite you to join us on our expedition to save the Earth one Brussels sprout at a time.

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Top review

OpenTable DinerVIP

Dined 5 days ago

Gorgeous food, stellar service, wonderful ambience! My husband and I last visited this Byron gem five years ago and had such a memorable experience. We came back this week with our 9-month-old baby and the staff were so warm and welcoming to our family. This excellent service was only exceeded by the quality of the food - we had the calamari, watermelon sashimi, Caesar salad, and fried chicken…all exquisite and flawless! My only regret was being devoid of stomach space to try everything on the menu!

Stick

4.8

4.8 (126)

$41 to $100

Global, International

Port Macquarie

About the restaurant

Over 18 only. Stick is a restaurant focusing on food that can be cooked over a wood fire and has a selection for all diets. Most global cuisines have a specialty food served on a stick and that is the predominant menu theme, amongst another delicious tapas ideal for group sharing. The bar team at “Stick” will also be serving high quality cocktails that are now one of the latest revival beverage/bar trends. The cocktail recipes will follow the Codex system that simplifies the concept behind complex recipes. Stick also has a selection of craft and non-craft beer, as well as a selection of sommelier chosen wines. Nestled down a secret alley, it's a suave space dimly lit by antique lights and flickering candles, perfect for groups, couples, or individuals.

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Ruth

Dined on Jan 2, 2025

Best vegan options I was able to find in Port was a real bonus. Food lovely. Best Cosmopolitan ever and great service.

Il Toscano - Terrigal

4.7

4.7 (187)

$40 and under

Italian

Terrigal

About the restaurant

Il Toscano means “The Tuscan”, and is a perfect representation of everything I am, and all that I love about my home land in Italy. My name’s Matteo – head pasta maker, chef and owner of il Toscano. I was born and raised in the countryside of Tuscany, and although I’ve now lived in Australia for over 6 years, my passion for all things Italian has never been stronger. Nor has my passion for sharing it with Australia and the Central Coast. I noticed that while there are a lot of outlets serving Italian food up here, they’re largely not hitting the mark when it comes to quality, authenticity and value for money. My wife Laura and I became so tired of being disappointed every time we ordered food out, that we decided to take matters into our own hands.

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emilia

Dined 7 days ago

The team were lovely and accomodating. We were with our children who were challenging and the staff were super understanding. We might have been the most difficult table of the night but the lovely waiter was super helpful

DUX

4.7

4.7 (50)

$41 to $100

Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service

Albury

About the restaurant

Welcome to Dux, where excellence is the new standard.
For curated wines, cocktails and share plates, a seat at the bar or an intimate table awaits. You bring the witty banter, and we’ll take care of the rest. With distinction.

Dux sits proudly in the heart of Albury, serving share food, boozy cocktails and an enviable choice of quality beer and wine. Named Critic’s Pick in the SMH Good Food Guide 2025. Take a front row seat at the bar, find an intimate corner, or grab a table with the family - once inside you will immediately feel the Dux culture.

Top review

John

Dined 6 days ago

Second visit to critically review first visit with a group. Constant, welcome attention. Shared 4 x entree. Excellent food presentation. Enjoyable quality. Will return and will recommend. Value. Staff happy and enthusiastic.

The River Deck Cafe

4.6

4.6 (1058)

$40 and under

Australian

Albury

About the restaurant

Located at one of Albury’s most idyllic and picturesque locations, our award-winning restaurant hopes to offer you an unparalleled location on the banks of the famous Murray River whilst indulging your senses in modern Australian cuisine. Our menus are driven by the natural, native, and local ingredients that we source from incredible regional farmers and producers across Albury, Wodonga, and our surroundings.

After dining with us, we hope you can see the vibrant and creative food scene that our region has to offer.

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brendan

Dined today

food and service was great !! could not ask for more !!

Umi-Ko Izakaya

4.6

4.6 (70)

$41 to $100

Japanese

Merimbula

About the restaurant

Japanese izakaya in the heart of Merimbula- 56 Market Street, Merimbula

Top review

Kim

Dined on Dec 28, 2024

Everything was absolutely delicious! Great service and ambiance, look forward to many future visits

Bundanoon Hotel

4.5

4.5 (322)

$40 and under

Modern Australian

Bundanoon

About the restaurant

Our restaurant offers a selection of quality meals prepared with the best produce available. Lunch is available Friday to Sunday and dinner Wednesday to Monday. On Tuesday the bistro is closed, woodfire pizza is served in the Brigadoon Bar. In March 2022 we revamped the dining space and renovated to include a new kitchen. At the same time a new Head Chef joined our team. Regulars love the new menus which change almost daily. Menu options are available for larger parties with the group menus proving very popular in the private dining room as well as the restaurant. When we finally see some sun the spacious beer garden offers other possibilities.

Situated halfway between Sydney and Canberra the Bundanoon Hotel is ideally situated for friends, family or business gatherings and with 58 rooms available there's no need to drive home after a great night.

Top review

Danita

Dined 4 days ago

Good pub, good food. Quiet restaurant which is great.

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Mr Tipsy's

4.5

4.5 (380)

$41 to $100

Asian

Lennox Head

About the restaurant

Mr Tipsy's is the love child of Industry professionals Peter Walker & Ben Taylor.
Bursting onto the scene in the beautiful coastal town of Lennox Head in November 2021 you can expect to experience a burst of flavours from across Asia. The menu is designed with love and dedication assuring that there is something for everyone.
Enjoy indoor or outdoor alfresco dining complimented by a casual atmosphere and energetic funky beats.
Signature favourites are Tipsy's special fried rice, Taiwanese fried chicken bao buns, Rendang beef curry & Char Kway Teow Malaysian noodles. For the sweet tooth you can't go past the crispy mars bar wontons.
The locals favourite cocktails include our grilled pineapple and chilli margarita, nashi pear sour, wasabi bloody mary and pink samurai.
Kick the sand off your feet and let us take you on a culinary adventure across Asia.
Who knows. Mr Tipsy himself might even grace you with his presence and spin a yarn or two.
We look forward to seeing you very soon.

Top review

Donna

Dined on Jan 6, 2025

So tasty & lovely service. Would recommend anyone to try.

The Boat Shed Lake Hume

4.4

4.4 (353)

$40 and under

Australian

Lake Hume

About the restaurant

The Boat Shed’s expansive, casual chic outdoor space is the perfect backdrop for a long, lazy meal with a view and the ultimate destination for relaxed family lunches and lakeside weekend brunch. The style is elegant and refined with a soft, neutral colour palette.

Please note a 15% surcharge applies on Public Holidays.

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Andrew

Dined 4 days ago

We had our wedding anniversary lunch (11/01) on the deck and enjoyed a lovely meal with a complimentary glass of wine. Lovely staff and nice outlook. Definitely a great place for a celebration. 🎉

Ettalong Diggers

4.3

4.3 (420)

$40 and under

Bistro

Ettalong Beach

About the restaurant

For classic bistro-style dining with something for everyone, this is the place! Juicy steaks from the grill, schnitzels, succulent fresh seafood, pasta, salads and kids’ meals….with beautiful views to match.

Choose to dine on the sun-drenched Tallow Beach Terrace or Bistro 51.

While you dine at Bistro 51, the kids can enjoy our Starfish Kids Play Zone which features an enclosed play area for younger children plus arcade games.

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Yoram

Dined 4 days ago

food was good value it took too long for service when you have an event you may need more kitchen staff. we arrived around 6.45pm and we received the food around 7.45 just in time to finish fast and enter the show

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