Vegan deli cafe est. 2017. Offers a variety of foods including waffles, sandwiches, toasties, beans and bowls, smoothies, coffee and lattes. Makes vegan meats, cheese, and sauces in-house. Sells some food to take home, including the vegan meats and cheese plus yoghurt, ice cream, chocolate and snacks. Open Mon-Sun 8:00am-3:00pm.
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4/241 Commonwealth St, Surry Hills, New South Wales, Australia, 2010
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- Outdoor seating
- Wheelchair accessible
- Accepts credit cards
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Last update on 25 Aug 2022 by Uncolored
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270 Reviews
First Review by veganvirtues
jettdowie
Points +12
Great food - Edit
Great food but service was poor!
Read morePros: Yummy, Good portions, Healthy
Cons: Little oily, Disengaged staff
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travellingbutterfly
Points +1461
Yum! - Edit
We quickly dropped in before our trip back to Darwin and regretted it immediately. This place made us want to miss our plane and eat pancakes there all day. Lovely food, lovely staff, lovely ambience and items to bring back home!!!
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Tiggy
Points +14821
Morning shift - Edit
A genuine vegan (not just plant-based) cafe. It’s been one of my favourite breakfast stops for years when I visit Sydney. At the moment I’m really cherishing places like this that have managed to stay open. Most recently I tried the smashed avo with tomato, new on the menu since I was last there, delicious and fresh, albeit without a lemon slice. The big breakfast was also different from last time, and very good: a delicious mushroom omelette and tasty beans, with a decent amount of toast to put them on. The only slightly disappointing component was the below-par sausage. The coffee was excellent. Everything is served with a friendly smile. I’ll keep coming back.
Read moreI’m sad not to rate this vegan business higher ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ 15/4/202
This place was literally along the road from where we were staying and open ever day of the holiday weekend, so we had to come here at least three times. I hadn’t been in five years but it was just as I remembered, with the addition of QR codes. Over our three visits I found the coffee and food to be good but not great. The bacon and egg bagel was OK but lacked the sharp, salty flavour I want and the egg was hard to find. The salmon bagel was a bit too light on the salmon and more like a cucumber bagel. The banana bread was a bit solid and lacked texture and evidence of butter. The no-frills avo toast was very good, particularly with the side of roast mushrooms. I haven’t tried any of the more substantial lunch items but in the meantime I’m still finding the cafe just so-so, much as I’d like to rate this vegan institution higher.
Pros: Genuine vegan cafe, Delicious breakfast and coffee, Super friendly service
Cons: Sausage in big breakfast not what it could be
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Julia207
Points +112
I loved it! - Edit
There is such a great selection, I almost couldn't decide!
Read moreIt was very delicious!
I really want to come back!😄
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bpxoxo
Points +33
Completely vegan - Edit
The whole menu is vegan which is amazing and my food was delicious! I got the chicken shnitzel sandwich and it was a great hangover remedy lol. They also have bakery items and pantry items
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2025-06-19
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rikkio16
Points +1110
Wanted to like it more - Edit
The vibes were great on the inside and service was friendly. We got a carrot cake and the bagel breakfast sandwich with egg and bacon. Since this place advertises itself as a deli, we thought the bacon would be the star but we only got one small piece on our bagel which could only be tasted if eaten separately from the sandwich. The overpowering taste was unfortunately barbecue sauce which didn't seem to fit. The carrot cake was a bit dry and not too memorable either.
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Crowfaery
Points +174
Delicious pancakes and chai! - Edit
The food was delicious and staff were so friendly!
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MCR29
Points +249
So yum - Edit
Both green smoothie and bacon and egg bagel were perfect. Quick service too, for somewhere so popular.
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AnjaBella
Points +149
Not bad - Edit
Portions are pretty small but I had the omelette and salad..it was pretty good.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2025-04-29
Pros: All vegan, Friendly staff, Decent prices
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maya.mm.
Points +20
Amazing!!! - Edit
great coffee, delicious food, good prices
Read morePros: Great coffee, Delicious food, Affordable
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Okiront
Points +33
The best - Edit
Their food was very gooooood!
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franceshaha
Points +263
Affordable 100% Vegan Brunch - Edit
Stopped by this brunch spot on our way back to the airport, I had the banana bread and my friend had a toastie. Both were delicious and the pricing was quite affordable.
Read morePros: Delicious , Affordable
Cons: Limited seating, may get very busy on weekends
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Itsjustplainallie
Points +1151
Great for a toastie - Edit
Great little place that is 100% vegan. I ordered two sandwiches. The mushroom is definitely a must try. Would be keen to try the pancakes but would love to see more brekkie options
Read morePros: Location , Options , Taste
Cons: Expensive
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amyrtran
Points +34
Best lamb wrap I’ve ever had - Edit
I came on 2 separate occasions and got Reuben’s vegan brother Steve, as well as the Poke bowl and the lamb wrap (both of which I shared with my friend). All three were delicious, but the lamb wrap was by far my favorite! I also got the brownie, the carrot cake, and the caramel slice, all of which were fantastic. The lamb wrap and caramel slice probably take the cake for me!!
Read moreAlso, the service here is excellent, and there’s napkins and tap water that you can get as you please.
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FullSoyBoy
Points +56
Best toasted sandwich - Edit
Loved having so many amazing options! Delicious toasty, would love to come back to try more!
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CyndiClausen
Points +229
Eat here for breakfast - Edit
I had the big breakfast and it was amazing and so filling. This is located near the central train station and has seating inside and out. The omelette is great and is made with cheese that melts. The coffee is good too!
Read morePros: The food , The options , The location
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ClaireRodenbourg
Points +3220
Great Place - Edit
I went there and it was hard to make a choice, everything on the menu sounds so good.
Read moreI took the vegan Bagel with bacon, was really tasty. And also a matcha Latte with Soymilk.
The staff was really nice and the atmosphere was great too.
A place i will return for sure
Pros: Great Bagel with vegan bacon, Nice places to sit, Cozy atmosphere
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gemma871
Points +52
Delicious vegan cafe - Edit
Ate here for the first time today and had the tofu sandwich. It was really tasty and the servers are really friendly. I will be back to try more on their menu! 😃
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Bertiewomble
Points +119
Delicious - Edit
What a great little find.
Read moreDelicious food…..
Caramel slice is amazing 🩷
Pros: Food, Options , Reasonably priced
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pemasaskia
Points +394
fine but a bit expensive - Edit
I would say this place is just FINE. Ordering is easy, via a QR code, and the options look good, but often come in smaller portions than the pictures on the menu.
Read moreYou can customise things pretty well but it all comes with a cost, and I think $5 for one cut up sausage on the side is pretty steep. The food here was good but I've eaten in more creative and thoughtful vegan places for the same price, so I'd say it's just fine.
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EatwellEatPlants
Points +814
Small but perfectly formed - Edit
Lots of homemade items on the menu
Read moreNot huge portions but tasty food both sweet & savoury.
Was there mid morning and was very busy with both sit in and take away orders #Veganuary
Pros: Toasties always get a thumbs up from me , Banana bread
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Sarilein
Points +23580
Can’t wait to go again - Edit
Lovely coffee (tried decaf first time) for a good price.
Read moreFriendly and helpful Service.
lovely seating outside in a quiet street.
Had the eggles omelette which was decent. Melted cheese inside and Parmesan on top. Salad dressing stole the show though. Omelette could have been hotter and more seasoned.
Food looks great overall (sandwich and wrap at other table). Agree that the salad and other dishes vary in size.
Omelette and salad were rather small. Sandwich looks big
Can’t wait to go again.
They have baked goods too and also a little deli with cheese, bars and drinks to buy. Everything vegan here #Veganuary
Updated from previous review on 2025-01-14
Pros: Omelette, Coffee, Location
Cons: Portion could be bigger
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Tommy817
Points +1701
Solid Breakfast - Edit
Small portions, great flavor.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2025-01-13
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camisvick
Points +18
Mamma Mia I’m obsessed - Edit
I usually don’t trust reviews from vegan cafés or restaurants. They are usually overpriced and not that good. And I’m saying that as 5 year vegan. But today I went to Shift Eatery and omg that Lamb & Tzatziki Wrap blew my mind. So good, the sauce, the greens, the meat. Everything perfectly seasoned. I’d only have added more sauce to it as I’m a saucy girl hahaha
Read moreWith it I had the Mocha with oat milk and that was just a pretty good regular coffee for me.
It was 20.90$ for the wrap and 5.17$ for the mocha. A bit pricy but I guess that’s Australia generally
Updated from previous review on 2025-01-04
Pros: Lamb & Tzatziki Wrap
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Ezey11
Points +1379
Consistently delicious - Edit
I’ve been to Shift several times, and it never disappoints. Their vegan Thai salad is delicious —fresh, flavorful, and perfectly balanced. Whether it’s a quick lunch or a breakfast , it always hits the spot. Consistently great food and a reliable go-to!.
Read moreTheir vegan “bacon and egg” bagel is also great.
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lucyvictoria
Points +49
Delicious food, proudly vegan café - Edit
Found this place on HappyCow and was very pleasantly surprised to see lots of familiar brands being sold here, including Karma Cola, Vego bars and Nomo chocolate! I bought a delicious vegan ham and cheese toastie with generous portions of vegan ham, cheese and mayo. The bread was super fluffy on the inside, and crispy on the outside 🤤 Bought a few Vego bars for the road too 😋 100% of the menu is vegan, and they also support Moo to Ewe Sanctuary and have photos of some of the residents on display ❤️ Great to find such a #proudlyvegan place for my first meal in Sydney! #veganaustralia #vegantravel #vegansydney
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Arty&Mafy
Points +827
So good it will have you wanting to taste everything on the menu! - Edit
One time to try, second time to cry (for more)! 🤤 We would have stayed in Sydney longer just to have come here a third time!
Read morePros: Delicious food, Nicest staff
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