Shakahari

One of Melbourne's top vegetarian restaurants, Shakahari, has operated in its current location for 15 years and is also one of the city's oldest. The current restaurant was once a house that was converted, and it is decorated with Indian art (Shakahari is Hindi for vegetarians). The space is large, airy, and most importantly, clean. The restaurant also offers tables in the front garden. The kind and passionate staff here are a major plus.

The food here combines elements from Western, Chinese, Indian, Thai, and Japanese cuisine. Let's try their distinctive avocado-and-red capsicum tempura served in an emerald-colored coriander sauce, or the "scent of green papaya"—a shredded papaya salad with cashews, fried tofu, and thin seaweed strips or "avocado dream". Seasonal subtle adjustments are made to the menu, and helpful notations such as V for vegan, ND for non-dairy, or GF for gluten-free are placed next to each item. The lengthy wine selection has the additional positive effect of featuring many organic and vegan vintages. Last but not least, you can try some dessert.

Detailed Information:
Address:

• 201–203 Faraday St, Carlton, Melbourne - 03 9347 3848
• 225 Clarendon Street - 03 9682 2207

Website: https://www.shakaharivegetarian.com.au/

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