Melbourne’s vegan brunch scene is one worth traveling for

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Matcha Mylkbar

Matcha lovers, rejoice! Matcha Mylkbar is Australia's first plant-based specialty cafe. The founders were inspired by the matcha trend that started in 2015. True to its name, the cafe specializes in matcha-based drinks and incorporates the flavor in a slew of beverages like its matcha kombucha, beetroot latte, and mushroom latte.

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For brunch classics, you can't go wrong with Avocado Hollandaise eggs. The sunny yolk, which you can pop, is made with sweet potato, coconut milk and linseed protein while the white, wobbly exterior is made from a mixture of agar agar with coconut and almond milk. Save room for dessert and tuck into their vegan matcha pancakes with chocolate sauce.

View their menu here.

Address: 72A Acland St, St Kilda VIC 3182, Australia

Mister Nice Guy’s Bakeshop

brunch BBQ sandwiches. Photo: Mister Nice Guy’s Bakeshop

If savory brunches are what you're after, a visit to Mister Nice Guy’s Bakeshop should be in your breakfast plans. The cafe is also Melbourne's first plant-based bakery, and they turn their breads into hearty deli sandwiches too. We recommend going for their Chickpea Tuna Baguette or their Sriracha BBQ Chik'n to start off your day and end your brunch with a sweet treat like the classic jam-filled Bronut (a brioche doughnut).

View their menu here.

Address: 151 Union Rd, Ascot Vale VIC 3032, Australia

Monk Bodhi Dharma

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Monk Bodhi Dharma is a quaint cafe just off Carlisle street serving up small vegan plates with an extensive coffee and tea selection. Their breakfast menu features buddha bowls, acai bowls, avocado toasts, and a big brekkie set. For something different, switch up your pancakes for Zucchini and Mint Hotcakes with beetroot relish and a dollop of sour cream. If you have room for dessert, get the Banana Dharma Pancakes. It’s made with buckwheat flour and served with Dulce de leche ice cream, maple syrup, and topped with banana chips.

View their menu here.

Address: Rear, 202 Carlisle St, Balaclava VIC 3183, Australia

Sister of Soul - St Kilda

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Since opening in 2019, Sister of Soul has been the go-to vegan spot for classic brunch dishes and smoothies. The brunch menu is a simple, no-frills affair. We recommend getting their breakfast burrito with pulled jackfruit and a smoothie to your liking while other options to consider include an avo or mushroom toastie. Sustainability is also one of the eatery’s core missions – it diverts several tons of food waste and coffee grinds away from landfills, instead using it for compost to enrich the soul at St. Kilda’s Veg Out Community Gardens.

View their menu here.

Address: 73 Acland St, St Kilda VIC 3182, Australia

The Ambitious Act

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The Ambitious Act is the perfect brunch spot to get away from Downtown Melbourne. Dine under the array of lush plants hanging from the ceiling while feasting on brunch dishes like their Roast Veggie Stack, Avo & Kimchi Toast, or vegan BLT. Fun fact: You might spot an actor or two if you're lucky. The cafe hosts several musical performances and evening sessions for art.

View their menu here.

Address: 315 Clarendon St, South Melbourne VIC 3205, Australia

Seedling Cafe

brunch Photo: Seedling Cafe

Seedling Cafe was created with the mission to offer healthy, nutritious food for busy people. It specializes in providing ethically sourced food. While the menu is not entirely vegan, the cafe focuses on supporting issues like reducing food wastage and promoting a vegan lifestyle in the local community. Must-tries include the breakfast toasts and the waffles topped with fresh berries, coconut yogurt and toasted coconut, with a drizzle of maple syrup.

View their menu here.

Address: 275 Flinders Ln, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia

HOME Vegan Bar

brunch Mexican inspired Taco Bowl. Photo: HOME Vegan Bar

Home is where the heart is; this cozy vegan cafe is your one-stop shop for cold-pressed juices, superfood smoothies, and raw vegan desserts. Since its opening, Home Vegan Bar has become a trendy spot as it is conveniently located in Melbourne's Central Business district. Grab their signature Nourish bowl, which has avocado slices, roasted sweet potatoes, walnut mushrooms, meatballs, and brown rice if you're on the go. Green juice purveyors can try Green Miracle. It's packed with superfood ingredients like kale, cucumber, spirulina, lime, and pineapple.

View their menu here.

Address: Shop 4/699 Collins St, Docklands VIC 3008, Australia

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