Serves meat, vegan options available. Casual cafe serving breakfast, lunch, coffee, smoothies and cakes, with counter service. Options include toast, breakfast bowl, açai bowl, smashed avo, pancakes, bagel, vegan burger and vegan fried egg on toast. Under new ownership July 2022 - added meat to the the menu. Open Mon 8:00am-2:00pm, Wed-Fri 8:00am-2:00pm, Sat-Sun 8:30am-2:30pm.
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26 Ballarat St, Yarraville, Victoria, Australia, 3013
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24 Reviews
First Review by IsharaAhimsaLove
MadeleineSc
Points +528
Yum - Edit
I’ve been here a few times and am always satisfied and love the flavours. They always have a vegan pancake special and a good selection of vegan items on the main menu as well as drinks and desserts.
Read moreEdit in 2024: smoothies are now $13.50 which I can understand with prices of everything going up however it wasn’t even well blended with bits of banana and a whole date at the bottom of the cup. Disappointing.
Updated from previous review on 2018-06-22
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Aloo
Points +7247
Much improved - Edit
I'd been to HealThy self a few times when they were fresh on the scene and was unimpressed. After seeing some recent reviews (on here and other sites) I thought I'd give 'em another go.
Read moreI am glad I did!
I had the okonomyaki which was fresh and tasty served with all the right condiments. The coffee was great and the pancakes, I am told were ahhhhmmmmazing! Serving sizes also seem to have increased.
Service was friendly, although they don't come to the table for your order, you order and pay at the counter.
It's not cheap. Less of the self service (ordering/water) would be a great improvement (especially given the price point).
Updated from previous review on 2018-12-23
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AnnabotGlados
Points +253
Ignore the menu, eat the SOUP!!! - Edit
Tried a couple of things, but the 2 soups (“celeriac, potato and mushroom” and “Italian vegetables with butter beans”) were by far the best (and pretty much half the price of the other dishes too!!) Spectacular soups!!
Read moreLots of toxic chemicals in the bathroom, inappropriate for a place called heal thyself! How am I supposed to heal when someone's just sprayed endocrine disrupting “air freshener” all over the place? Should have low tox handwash and natural air freshener at least!
Pros: Soups to die for, Lots of vegan options (unnecessary, because see 3), Soups are more delicious and cost only $13.50
Cons: Everything other than soups is a bit pricey , Does have meat on the menu, Lots of toxic chemicals in the bathroom
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eyeheartbugs
Points +141
disappointed - Edit
ordered the corn fritters, portion size was disappointing. i thought they had forget to add the vegan feta until i realised it was one small smear on top of one corn fritter. the fritters also didn’t taste very good. the staff were not very welcoming. also 2$ extra for one small scoop of ice cream is a little much.
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MeaganKiely
Points +779
Fresh & delicious! - Edit
Pancakes and salad bowls are amazing! Sweet vegan treats also very good and large variety.
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Madasoved
Points +202
recommend - Edit
New owner. No longer fully vegan, serves meat and eggs.
Read moreThe vegan options are still good, but I liked going to a place where I can order off the entire menu without thought.
Still recommend it as an option if you are in the area.
Updated from previous review on 2021-07-29
Pros: Flavoursome vegan options, Vegan baked goods
Cons: Pricy.
Zerin
Thank you so much gorgeous ❤️
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MsBy
Points +36
Been visiting for a few years - Edit
This Cafe was vegetarian then vegan but now it has meat such as bacon and chicken. We have still visited but the last few times it just isn't the same and the coffee tasted bitter. It didnt have the upbeat friendly vibe of the old owner. While we were there a woman came to complain that her meal wasn't vegan it had bacon on it. We read the menu and realised an old favourite was no longer vegan. They maybe settling in, but for us there are other places we prefer now.
Read morePros: Lots of vegan foods, Some nice vegan cakes, Nice place
Cons: Coffee is bitter, Staff seem down, You have to be careful to clearly order vegan.
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LeahShort
Points +104
Inventive and tasty - Edit
Cute little restaurant in the heart of Yarraville. With heaps of vegan options that all looked fantastic.
Read moreI ordered the smash avo with a vegan fried egg and edamame. I highly recommend if in the area.
Pros: Many vegan choices , Tasty coffee, Friendly staff
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KumbiMukaro
Points +120
Okay - Edit
It’s vegan and has vegan options which is good. But lacks flavour - from the smoothies to the food. The service is also average
Read morePros: Vegan options
Cons: No flavour , Poor service
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schnitz
Points +16
Vibing high! - Edit
Great coffee, served hot, generous servings, produce is FRESH!!
Read moreMeals are put together with thought to not just nutrition but also how it will visually appeal.
I've been there twice this week as I'm down from Brisbane for work. First time I was a little rushed so visited this morning again to take it all in. The number of people that streamed in while I was sitting there was testament to a successful business with happy repeat customers. Visit. Stay for a couple of hours. Try the breakfast. Smoothies are wholesome and delicious. Coffee? Get two! I love that they have the pay it forward coffee offering for those doing it tough. This cafe loves what they do and want to delight. Get in there and try this place out. Hands down the best vegan breakfast I've had. Thanks Heal.Thyself💐
Pros: Coffee, Smoothies, Cooked breakfast options
Cons: Dislike that they're not near to where I live , Disliked that I couldn't hang around longer!
Zerin
You are AMAZING!! Thank you so much xxx
Read moreschnitz
You're welcome. Good service and food makes happy people who want to come back. Nice work team!
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Sararenb
Points +36
Fully Plant-based at the heart of Yarraville!! - Edit
This hidden gem is the place to go. Everything from the menu will blow your mind. And to top it up with good vibes, the owner and the staff are lovely people!!! Not many photos ‘cause we wolf down the amazing food! #Veganuary
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2022-02-10
Pros: Delicious food!, Great staff!, A beautiful dog, Arlo 🤩
Cons: Lived 3 years in Yarraville without knowing this!
Zerin
Love you guys!!?? And Arlo does too!!! Xx
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Wuji_Luiji
Points +2622
Delicious food, great venue - Edit
I have been to lunch twice now at this delightful cafe. I’ve enjoyed the nourish bowl, the burger, a chocolate brownie and an iced mocha with vegan ice cream. The food has all been really tasty and the menu has a good array of savoury and sweet options. The staff are lovely and have been very helpful to me when eating out with my baby. They offer high chairs and have somewhere to change a baby in their bathroom. There’s lots of lovely shady outdoor seating (some on the street and some in a courtyard out the back) and inside is nice and bright. I be will coming back for more meals at this great place!
Read moreTiggy
I haven’t been here since it went all-veg but I’m looking forward to making a visit soon
Read moreAloo
Oh what? It's all veg now?!
Read moreZerin
Thank you so much xxx
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Kittybiscuit
Points +8716
Great menu - Edit
I have been meaning to eat here for ages! I was impressed that so much of the menu was vegan or had vegan options. I ordered the affinity bowl and an iced coffee. (I was going to order a smoothie but the staff told me they were filling and they’d probably not order with food, so helpful!) the bowl had a lot of variety and it was tasty. The iced coffee was nice too. Staff were lovely. I’m keen to return and try some of the other options
Read moreZerin
Thank you ❤️
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kohdox
Points +120
An absolute gem! - Edit
We love coming here - the food is incredible, the staff are fun and attentive and they love it when you bring your dog! The manager is so cool and nice. One of our favourite places in Melbourne.
Read morePros: Everything can be made vegan, Lots of healthy options, Big servings
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eirea
Points +30
All time favourite - Edit
This is hands down my favourite cafe in Melbourne to visit. The staff as always so lovely and the food is incredible. So fresh and tasty!
Read morePros: Great product , Friendly staff, Well priced
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Leanz
Points +85
Great choices - Edit
Delicious food and great helpful staff.
Read morePros: Most food vegan, Great staff
Cons: Too many choices - haha!
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Hilke
Points +174
So much choice! - Edit
Most of the menu is vegan and the staff are friendly and knowledgeable.
Read moreMy nourish bowl was tasty and fresh without being too oily. I bought some baked goodies to take home for the kids. I'll definitely be back with the family. Thank you! 😊
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KevJohnson
Points +363
Best Cafe in Yarraville - Edit
Visited HealThy Self a few times now and throughly enjoyed everything I’ve had. Food has been fresh and delicious with friendly and helpful staff. Always come away feeling full and refreshed
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pg257
Points +276
Great place for a hearty breakfast - Edit
Never had an issue live the breakfast
Read morePros: Plentyful breakfast with live the tofu
Cons: Don’t love there almond milk hence do but coffee
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taysullivan
Points +66
Gimme the Haloumi! - Edit
This place is my go to! Love everything on the menu. Staff are friendly. And love that my pup Greg can join us for lunch!
Read morePros: Many vegan options, Puppy friendly
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chartory
Points +30
Friendly staff, delicious food - Edit
Really lovely place, food was delicious, staff were friendly. Would recommend to anyone
Read morePros: Pancakes are amazing
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SqueakyTempeh
Points +59
#1 in Yarraville - Edit
Obviously can’t give 5 star on HappyCow without the cafe being fully vegan, but I LOVE this place. I saw someone said they didn’t like the BLT but having tried almost everything on the menu (I’m local) I think they didn’t try their strongest dish. I love the cauliflower sandwich, almost all the bowls, their vegan egg is great, the iced coffee, soups, croissants, muffins and I love the spicy bean on the breakfast menu. They also have vegan pancakes-I’m not a fan of the chocolate ones but they sometimes do it with stewed fruit and they are awesome! If in Yarraville, this is your number 1.
Read morePros: Lots of vegan options, Excellent customer service/ friendly staff, Evolving menu
Cons: Not all vegan (but close.) , Sometimes hard to get a seat in peak times
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lucyaphillips
Points +75
Highly Recommend - Edit
A super vegan friendly place which everyone in the area should visit!! Açai bowl is a must, as are the smoothies.
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IsharaAhimsaLove
Points +33
Very little vegan food. - Edit
Reading the description of this cafe, we thought we were in for a treat, as it says basically everything is vegan. This was very untrue, there was only one hot vegan option, which was basically smashed avo on toast...boring, but we thought it would be made a full meal as the menu said it also had beans and a seed topping. We added mushrooms on the side and the meal came out without beans. They said they were trialling changes to the menu, but didn't tell us. So $21.50 each for avo on toast. Total $53 for 2 coffees and 2 avocado toasts. Hmmm. Also the waiter spilled our coffees into the saucers when bringing them the metre or so from the bench. The meal and coffee tasted decent, it was just a disappointing experience because we went out of our way to a place we thought was mainly vegan, due to the Happy Cow description. It is certainly not!
Read moreZerin
Hi Ishara,
Read moreSorry your experience was not all you had hoped.
We have never claimed to be an all Vegan and plant based kitchen until 3 months ago. It’s been a long road to get here and we are very proud to have reached this point.
Wishing you all the very best and hope of you ever feel inclined to return again one day.
Thank you
Zerin x
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