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

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Updated June 05, 2025

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Mimosa Wines

4.9

4.9 (457)

$101 and over

Modern Australian

Bermagui

About the restaurant

A boutique family owned gastronomic restaurant on the South Coast of NSW. We offer a 3 course lunch & dinner menu ($110pp) with optional wine pairing ($50pp).

Head Chef Matteo Ponti brings close to two decades of experience shaped by his roots in the Italian countryside and a global culinary journey. Originally from Piedmont, Matteo earned his first Michelin star at the age of thirty while leading a contemporary Italian kitchen in Singapore, where he spent a decade refining his craft.

His menu at Mimosa is more than a collection of dishes — it's a personal journey. From the traditions of rural Italy, through the vibrant markets of Southeast Asia, to the native produce of the South Coast of NSW, each plate tells a story of season, memory, and travel. With a deep respect for nature and sustainability, Matteo reimagines Italian cuisine through a modern lens, honouring both humble and premium ingredients with the same reverence.

Top review

Jennifer

Dined on Jun 14, 2025

Our experience at the restaurant was delightful. The service was professional and friendly, the ancient was lovely and the food was superb. The grounds were lovely - so many roos!

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Experience

Fungi Festival - Truffle lunch

Bonito Peruvian Eatery

4.9

4.9 (192)

$41 to $100

Peruvian

Wollongbar

About the restaurant

Bonito brings together the many flavours of Peruvian cuisine and combines them with fresh, local ingredients. Never tried Peruvian food? Keep reading.
Peruvian cuisine harmoniously weaves together flavours from various corners of the globe. Influenced by its rich history and cultural diversity, the culinary tapestry of Peru reflects flavours from Spain, Italy, Japan, China and beyond. Peru’s unique landscape consists of an expansive Pacific coastline, the Andean mountains and the Amazon rainforest – providing access to vibrant and diverse ingredients – varieties of potato, corn, seafood, chilli, fruits and grains are used extensively in Peruvian cooking. Fish ceviche and lomo saltado are two of our classic dishes, come give it a try!

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Russ

Dined 5 days ago

Food was excellent. Service couldn’t have been better. It was the 2nd birthday for the restaurant and therefore very busy but the staff coped extremely well.

No Bones Byron Bay

4.8

4.8 (1284)

$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.

#brusselsnotbeef

Spread the word

@nobonesrestaurants

Top review

Sarah

Dined on Jun 10, 2025

absolutely delicious ! we had the brussel sprouts, beetroot ravioli, zucchini blossums and salt and pepper calamari (which tasted so much like the real thing) and enjoyed every dish

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Experience

TUTTI PASTINI

Il Toscano Long Jetty

4.8

4.8 (447)

$40 and under

Italian

Shelly Beach

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 9 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 traditional local Tuscan food.

Our mission is to bring people together for an amazing Italian experience with good food, wine and good times and share with you my strong passion and our local traditional cuisine as if you were in Tuscany.

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MICHELLE

Dined on Jun 5, 2025

Last night we had the Bistecca alla fiorentina at Long Jetty and loved it! The steak was cooked the traditional way, to perfection. The potatoes, garlic bread, vino and salad were the perfect pairing and absolutely delicious. Great cosy ambience with Italian music. We look forward to your vongole and tiramisu next time we visit!

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Popular dish

Rigatoni Amatriciana

Matildas

4.8

4.8 (37)

$41 to $100

Pizzeria

Nambucca Heads

About the restaurant

Matilda's is where the Nambucca neighbourhood gets together, over wine, local food & weekend backyard bbq's. Matilda's shack is an icon in the valley and aims to represent its great growers, chefs, crew & community.

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Ganesh

Dined on Jun 23, 2025

Love this place. Being one of the very very few vego places to eat in this region, we are so glad the food is actually good. It is a little pricey but the staff are lovely and the restaurant is very cute and cosy. Highly recommended and we will be back again and again.

The River Deck Cafe

4.7

4.7 (1079)

$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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Georgia

Dined on Jun 9, 2025

The food and service is always fab. Plus it’s a beautiful spot to be.

South Sailor

4.7

4.7 (1193)

$41 to $100

Seafood

Thirroul

About the restaurant

With a love for casual, fresh seafood, South Sailor offers lunch, dinner and a wine & cocktail we just know you'll love! Just 150 metres from Thirroul Beach, South Sailor is a fitting spot to settle back after a day on the sand and surf.

Expect to find a contemporary seafood focussed menu with the very best that the South Coast and Australia has to offer. The menu is a combination of classic chip-shop fare and more worldly seafood flavours with an in-house Sushi & Poké Bar. The kitchen, lead by Executive Chef Graham Ette, prepares delicious seafood plates cooked to order, designed to share.

With indoor & outdoor seating, a licensed bar and kids beach cubby, gather the family for a relaxed weekend lunch or head in with friends for an evening of drinks and a shared feast. South Sailor is the perfect locale for those wanting to enjoy the Coal Coast vibe and warm welcome.

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Ashleigh

Dined on Jun 21, 2025

Beautiful little restaurant. Friendly service, amazing food!!

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Popular dish

Baja Fish Tacos

Popular dish

South Sailor Fish Tacos

Experience

South Sailor FEED ME menu

Umi-Ko Izakaya

4.7

4.7 (101)

$41 to $100

Japanese

Merimbula

About the restaurant

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

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Michelle Mark

Dined 5 days ago

Love the atmosphere had a beautiful dinner with my daughter. Everything was perfect.

Andie's

4.6

4.6 (59)

$41 to $100

Mediterranean

Thirroul

About the restaurant

Nestled in the heart of Thirroul and just steps from the beach, Andie's features a stunning outdoor courtyard that offers a relaxed atmosphere, perfect for casual dining or special gatherings.

Enjoy your meal surrounded by lush cabbage tree palms and the sounds of the sea.

Inside, our beautifully designed space invites a cosy vibe with warm lighting and Mediterranean-inspired decor. Join us for a delightful dining experience that captures the charm of this coastal gem!

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Nardia

Dined 5 days ago

Amazing food and service!!! Highly recommend! Chefs menu was absolutely divine, cocktails were very nice

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Experience

ANDIE'S BANQUET

Don Pedros Umina Beach

4.4

4.4 (81)

$40 and under

Mexican

Umina Beach

About the restaurant

If you like your margs spicy, your music loud & tacos with a crowd, Don Pedro's is the place to be! We bring the vibes, food and keep the drinks flowing all night long. With three venues across Sydney and Byron, rest assured we have you covered for your celebrations. With set menus are available, we’re perfect for any function and venue hire needs.

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Lisa

Dined 5 days ago

Excellent food and service. Very happy with the gluten free options.

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