Best Vegetarian

NOURISHING QUARTER

Cute decor, gracious hosts and yes, nourishing meals; Nourishing Quarter is quite simply a delight to visit. Decorated with a riff-raff of shabby chic ornaments (with special attention paid to Royal Family memorabilia), this purely vegan dining experience manages to combine Latin American, French and Vietnamese wholefood influences in a manner so delicious, you’d think it was bad for you. Fortunately, it’s as healthy as they come, with mains (all between $15-$25) such as rice paper rolls, curries and soups that leave you feeling fresh yet satisfied. It’s no wonder turning sceptical carnivores into converts is a nightly occurrence for the endearing establishment. (Jerico Mandybur)

315 Cleveland Street, Redfern, 8399 0888.