This Mexican diner's menu is entirely plant-based, and it's all the better for it. If you're a veg-lover and a fan of Mexican flavours, this is the spot for you. When your tortilla's loaded with pastor-style mushrooms, pico de gallo and pineapple; you won't even notice the meat's gone.

This pizzeria was well respected and established before it went full vegan (well, almost fully) in 2015. Step in for classic Neapolitan pizzas made with nut-based cheeses.

A colourful vegan-friendly pasta and spritz bar.

For years these cult burgers were resolutely made for carnivores. But now that's changed, with impressive results.

There's a bit of everything at this Crown Street classic, from tandoori cauliflower to san choy bow. Bonus: a brief vegan wine list.

With four locations and counting, Sydney's first entirely plant-based burger joint is proof you don't need beef to make and sell a good burger.

Get tacos, pizza and lime-green sliders in a space that spills onto a green-filled courtyard.

A colourful restaurant showing India’s whimsical side.

In the old Redfern Continental space, find a breezy front bar serving casual day-to-night bites and an intimate back room with a fancy-yet-accessible diner. The kitchen follows a minimum-waste ethos, and you can get Australiana cocktails and budget-friendly meals.

A two-level diner influenced by the nameless street food stalls that sit under overpasses in India. Visit for the classic pakoras and chai, then come back for the jaffles with potatoes and peanut chutney, and lentil stews.

Buzzing Bootleg Italian does “bootleg” plant-based versions of Italian classics. The whole menu – from fluffy dough balls with garlic butter to cacio e pepe and lasagne – is vegan. Don’t forget to order a serve of incredibly convincing tiramisu.

Ascend to this Barangaroo rooftop bar for share-ready small plates, Darling Harbour sunsets and candy-garnished frosé cocktails.