12 Canberra restaurants with proper vegan and vegetarian options
Whether you're vegetarian, vegan, or just looking to explore plant-based dining, Canberra has solid options across the city. From dedicated vegan venues to restaurants that take their meat-free menus seriously, here are 12 spots worth trying.
- 1Restaurants Civic
1. Akiba
Japanese cuisine with dedicated vegetarian and vegan selections, ideal if you're after Asian flavours with proper plant-based depth.
Open late (after 10pm)Open 7 daysOpen MondaysOpen SundaysView venue4.8(13,353)· Google$$$$70Spot ScoreGreat 
2Restaurants Woden2. Au Lac Woden Vegan Cuisine
Fully vegan menu, so no need to navigate between options—everything is designed plant-based. A straightforward choice for committed vegans.
Open 7 daysOpen MondaysOpen SundaysView venue4.5(512)· Google$$$$62Spot ScoreWorth a Look
3Restaurants Woden3. The Q Dining - Modern Vietnamese Cuisine
Vietnamese restaurants typically excel with vegetable-based dishes. The Q offers modern takes on this cuisine with flexibility for dietary needs.
Open MondaysView venue4.8(134)· Google61Spot ScoreWorth a Look
4Restaurants Dickson4. Zaiqah
Middle Eastern cuisine often features legume-based and vegetable-forward dishes. Zaiqah brings this tradition to Dickson with options for plant-based diners.
Open 7 daysOpen MondaysOpen SundaysView venue4.5(250)· Google60Spot ScoreWorth a Look
5Restaurants Woden5. Hellenic Club of Canberra
Greek food translates well for vegetarians and vegans. Beyond dining, it doubles as a venue with live music and a bar scene.
Open 7 daysOpen MondaysOpen SundaysView venue4.1(3,371)· Google60Spot ScoreWorth a Look
6Restaurants Kingston6. Queenies
Located in Kingston's dining precinct, Queenies offers a solid range of vegetarian and vegan options in a convenient neighbourhood spot.
Open late (after 10pm)Open 7 daysOpen MondaysOpen SundaysView venue4.4(359)· Google$$$$60Spot ScoreWorth a Look
7Restaurants Barton7. Med Barton
Mediterranean menus lean naturally towards plant-based eating. Med Barton brings this approach to the Barton precinct.
View venue4.5(191)· Google59Spot ScoreWorth a Look
8Restaurants Woden8. Midnight mocha cafe & restaurant
A cafe and restaurant hybrid in Woden that caters to both daytime and evening diners seeking vegetarian and vegan options.
Open 7 daysOpen MondaysOpen SundaysView venue4.7(104)· Google59Spot ScoreWorth a Look
9Restaurants Belconnen9. Bella Vista Restaurant
Italian restaurants typically offer pasta-based vegetarian dishes. Bella Vista in Belconnen delivers this with plant-based choices.
Open MondaysView venue4.1(731)· Google$$$$58Spot ScoreWorth a Look
10Restaurants Kingston10. La Capanna
Another Italian option in Kingston with vegetarian and vegan pasta and risotto selections for those seeking comfort food without meat.
View venue4.3(315)· Google$$$$58Spot ScoreWorth a Look
11Restaurants Manuka11. Zeus Street Greek Manuka
Greek cuisine in Manuka with strong vegetarian traditions—think mezze platters and vegetable-based mains.
Open 7 daysOpen MondaysOpen SundaysView venue4.9(47)· Google57Spot ScoreWorth a Look
12Restaurants Gungahlin12. Grease Monkey Gungahlin
Located in Gungahlin, this venue offers vegetarian and vegan adaptations, making it accessible for diners across the north.
Open 7 daysOpen MondaysOpen SundaysView venue4.1(484)· Google$$$$57Spot ScoreWorth a Look
At a glance
| Venue | Spot Score | Price | Suburb | Top feature | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Akiba | 70/100 | 4.8(13,353) | $$ | Civic | Open late (after 10pm) |
| Au Lac Woden Vegan Cuisine | 62/100 | 4.5(512) | $$ | Woden | Open 7 days |
| The Q Dining - Modern Vietnamese Cuisine | 61/100 | 4.8(134) | — | Woden | Open Mondays |
| Zaiqah | 60/100 | 4.5(250) | — | Dickson | Open 7 days |
| Hellenic Club of Canberra | 60/100 | 4.1(3,371) | — | Woden | Open 7 days |
| Queenies | 60/100 | 4.4(359) | $$ | Kingston | Open late (after 10pm) |
| Med Barton | 59/100 | 4.5(191) | — | Barton | — |
| Midnight mocha cafe & restaurant | 59/100 | 4.7(104) | — | Woden | Open 7 days |
| Bella Vista Restaurant | 58/100 | 4.1(731) | $$ | Belconnen | Open Mondays |
| La Capanna | 58/100 | 4.3(315) | $$ | Kingston | — |
| Zeus Street Greek Manuka | 57/100 | 4.9(47) | — | Manuka | Open 7 days |
| Grease Monkey Gungahlin | 57/100 | 4.1(484) | $$ | Gungahlin | Open 7 days |
Frequently asked questions
Which venue on this list is fully vegan?+
Au Lac Woden Vegan Cuisine in Woden is a fully vegan restaurant, so all menu items are plant-based.
Are there vegetarian and vegan options across different cuisines?+
Yes. The list includes Japanese (Akiba), Vietnamese (The Q Dining), Middle Eastern (Zaiqah), Greek (Hellenic Club, Zeus Street), Italian (Bella Vista, La Capanna), and Mediterranean (Med Barton) venues, each with their own approach to plant-based dining.
Which suburbs have the most options?+
Woden has four venues (Au Lac, The Q Dining, Hellenic Club, Midnight mocha). Kingston has two (Queenies, La Capanna). Other suburbs have one venue each.
Can I rely on these venues having vegetarian options?+
These venues are listed because they offer proper vegan and vegetarian options. However, it's always worth checking their current menu or calling ahead to confirm specific dishes, as menus can change.
Do any of these venues cater to events or groups?+
Hellenic Club of Canberra is tagged as offering bars and live music alongside dining, suggesting it may accommodate larger groups or special events. Contact venues directly about group bookings.
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