Vegetarian cafe set in a heritage building with high ceiling and bright interior. Offers food and drinks made from wholefoods and locally sourced ingredients, including choices like chia pudding, crumpets, tofu scramble, salads, tempeh dishes, the momo board, and changing specials like falafel burger or Middle Eastern bowl. Makes vegan sweets and pastries in-house. Serves smoothies, coffee, kombucha, and kefir. Fully vegetarian since 2017. Previously in East Mailand. Has clearly marked gluten-free options. Possibly fully vegan - please send updates to HappyCow. Open Mon 8:00am-3:00pm, Wed-Sun 8:00am-3:00pm. Closed Tue.
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227 Hunter St, Newcastle, New South Wales, Australia, 2323
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71 Reviews
First Review by JayBeeGeeBee
Spongey
Points +64
More, more Momo please - Edit
This is my favorite place for a fantastic plant based brunch or lunch. The high ceiling room feels spacious, even though it tends to get busy for lunch and weekends (and deservedly so). The food is fantastic, so much variety. The standard menu has plenty to choose from, though I tend to go for the blackboard special, of which they usually have two offerings. I’ve never been disappointed as they are very creative. I have had some options from the menu too, and you really can’t go wrong, Plus, they have a whole range of delicious handmade sweet treats available also. And the coffee is terrific.. I can’t recommend this place highly enough
Read morePros: Delicious food with a fantastic variety of options, Very friendly and efficient service, Really nice venue with good ambience
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teaindreamland
Points +233
Lush spot for brunch - Edit
Went with a pal and we absolutely loved it. the food and the staff were awesome. Great spot to do a bit of laptop work too if it's not too busy.
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kattyfigs
Points +207
Amazing - Edit
Great vibes, delicious food and everything is vegan by default unless you ask for dairy butter, milk or honey.
Read morePros: Mostly vegan options, Healthy, Delicious
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TommyHawthorne
Points +936
Literally the best and one of the last vegan cafés in newy - Edit
A wonderful selection of vegetarian and mostly vegan options.
Read moreMy young female server was environmentally conscientious and both present and pleasant. Excellent customer service.
On special Wednesday July 19th 2023
Uprising sourdough French toast....
I mean holy f**** **** ***** wow
Vegan banana bread and butter was savoury enough to be comforting and sweet enough to be a pleasure.
Coconut rice porridge was awesome and really well presented
My black cold brew coffee was exceptional.
I'm always impressed with unison coffee, a local roaster.
Can't wait till next time.
...this wasn't the next time but October 2 2024.
That French Toast again, but with lemon curd and oh so fantastic.
Linda the owner and the team especially Steph run an immaculate operation
Updated from previous review on 2023-07-19
Pros: Vegan french toast, Vegan crumpets, Indian breakfast
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VegoWorthy
Points +488
Awesome vegan menu! - Edit
All items on the menu are vegan! Plenty to choose from and a great variety. I had the mushroom toast which was amazing! Lovely old building with lots of character.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2024-09-27
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Deb_P.
Points +64
Delicious vegan wholefood - Edit
Momo is airy and light, with high ceilings and a wall of trailing green house plants, giving a natural eclectic vibe. The food is vibrant, fresh and delicious, wholefoods-based and often organic. One of my very favourite cafes, perfect for a chilled Saturday brunch.
Read morePros: Delicious food , Welcoming atmosphere , Friendly staff
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FPB
Points +381
Tasty filling Breakfast - Edit
Really nice Vegan selection on the menu.
Read moreWe’ve eaten here before, lovely cafe, big windows overlooking Hunter street.
We enjoyed the Banh Xeo, Indian breakfast with avocado & Momo Chai a seasonal fruit juice.
Everything was very delicious and enjoyable.
Pros: Good Vegan food, Lovely open, clean, welcoming space to eat in, Friendly staff
Cons: Serves cows milk, butter & honey
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yogisair
Points +28
Friendly, yummy food - Edit
Loved this place. Beautiful big open space, great service and an almost entirely vegan menu (can swap out for dairy milk). Had Beetroot juice, lemon tempeh skewers with quinoa salad and buckwheat toast. All delicious and coffee was good too.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2024-04-03
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KateBohmer97
Points +592
Beautiful atmosphere - Edit
I’ve been here a few times now and love the space! It’s such a lovely and unusual seating area. The food is good, a large variety but is a bit more on the pricey side especially if you add on extras. We got the tofu scramble one with mushrooms and avocado, and the other with avocado and sautéed veg. Also got the crumpets and the granola - all vegan! Also got an oat latte and a vegan affogato
Read morePros: Basically everything is vegan, Nice venue, Central to Newcastle CBD
Cons: Add ons are expensive
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Isabellalowery
Points +154
Vegan haven - Edit
Perfect place to stop in Newcastle with an amazing and extensive vegan menu and even sandwiches and pastries to take away. Highly recommend - some very innovative options. Friendly staff.
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Indu
Points +94
Friendly staff, little disappointed with the food - Edit
It’s a beautiful space, been here a couple of times before. Staff is always super friendly. Came for breaky with my 2.5y/o. Got the tofu scramble with house pickles and added avo on so that my son could have piece of the toast with the avo, which is his fave breakfast. The tofu scramble was yummy, the bread was great (sourdough), I didn’t care much for the pickles, tasted as if veggies were used that were a bit off, especially the cauliflower. Most disappointing was that the avo was all manky and stringy with brown spots. I will never understand that anyone would serve an avo like that, knowing that the add on is $4.50 🤦♀️ My son is an absolute avo-lover. He would devour multiple avos if I let him. He didn’t even want to touch it. I don’t mind spending more for good food, but this sort of experience makes me walk away pretty annoyed. Had to get him a raw ball so that he would at least eat something. Must have been yummy or he must have been hungry, as he smashed that. Mentioned the avo to the waitress and there was nothing offered to compensate for the $4.5 thrown away. Got a coconut cap which was nice. It’s such a pity in my eyes, walking out with that disappointment, as the menu looks amazing, the staff were all so nice and the room is beautiful.
Read morePros: Friendly staff, Lots of vegan options, Beautiful space
Cons: Expensive for not being pico bello with the food
LindaLodue
Hey - really sorry to hear that you were so unhappy with your visit this morning. I checked in with the staff member you spoke to and she honestly didn't realise you were so unhappy about the avo - she thought you were just passing on feedback as you were leaving that it wasn't the nicest piece of avo you've had.
Read moreIf we had known at the time when you received it, we would have happily got you a new piece of avo. Avos can be very inconsistent and at times they definitely have imperfections - so if we made a mistake by serving you that one, we would have been more than happy to replace it for you.
Just to reassure you, the pickles we make are all pickled from fresh local veg when we get it delivered by our local growers.
Im glad that you enjoyed everything else - we'd be happy to credit you the $4.50 for the avo on your next visit.
Indu
Thanks for your reply. Like mentioned in the original comment I wasn’t super unhappy at all with the experience or anything. It was mostly a good experience, loved the staff, atmosphere, bread and scramble, but just annoyed about the avo, as that meant my son didn’t have breaky, which was mainly the point of coming. The entire avo (albeit cut up into pieces) was still on the plate when I brought it back to the counter, none of it was eaten, which is why I would have expected the waitress to notice and potentially ask if everything was alright. When that didn’t happen I mentioned it myself. I know I could have sent it back when I realised, but that’s always such an awkward thing to do and makes me feel like an annoying customer. Tbh in my opinion an avo like that should never leave the kitchen, so that’s where the mistake was made. I may be a bit harsh in my judgement because I am a chef myself and have worked in hospo my whole life, and would never send out a brown stringy avo. But anyway, please don’t take away from this as if we had a bad experience. Would still definitely recommend your cafe and kudos for all the vegan options, that’s hard to come by anywhere. Also love that someone randomly played the piano when we were there, super nice touch
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BeccaJohn
Points +48
Quaint venue with amazing food - Edit
Broad menu with options for all tastebuds. This venue was a great find for a visiting tourist.
Read morePros: Vegan menu, Super fresh food, Quick service
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Happyvegan77
Points +110
Only PROS - Edit
A must try! This place has many vegan options in the menu and the food is delicious!!! Hubby had the dumplings and I had the scramble on sourdough. Both really well prepared. Best vegan dumpling!
Read morePros: Food is delicious, Lots of vegan options, Friendly atmosphere
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TeyaDuncan
Points +357
Indian breakfast is the best meal in newy - Edit
I moved away from Newcastle and I miss this meal every day.
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100%vegan
Points +585
Delicious - Edit
This had a warm atmosphere with friendly staff. I got the mono’s and friend got the tofu scramble. Both were fresh, great appearance, and the flavors were perfect.
Read morePros: Delicious , Clean , Friendly staff
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nato72
Points +113
Amazing as usual - Edit
Always a lovely vibe , great food and comfy seating with a great atmosphere. Love Momo’s
Read morePros: Venue / vibe , Food (of course) , Service
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beige
Points +17
Everything on the menu is great - Edit
Great range of food, hot drinks and smoothies. The specials are always good and there’s a cabinet of cakes and muffins
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Guacamole
Points +507
Best breakfast and lunch - Edit
Lovely fresh great tasting meals and coffee. My favourite go to cafe in Newcastle for a solid feed. Definitely try the Indian breakfast and the crumpets.
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ChristinaLee94
Points +2652
A little let down - Edit
Had heard lots of good things about Momo's. The menu looks amazing with so many choices. I tried the Momo's. Ive had much tastier ones before. They were lacking spices and flavours in the filling. Nice large portion. Very friendly staff and a lovely interior. I will revisit to try a different menu item.
Read morePros: Loads of options, Beautiful interior , Friendly staff
Cons: Momo's lacked flavour
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evoontoast
Points +1511
Definitely make a stop!!! - Edit
Beautiful vibes: light, spacious and airy. Lovely staff and quick service. Delicious, fresh, and colourful food….yum!!!
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rememberberry
Points +16
Great range of vegan food - Edit
I had the French toast and it was great would definitely go back again
Read morePros: Lots of vegan options
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katieleej
Points +130
Delicious and friendly - Edit
What a lovely, homey vibe. My first time there - found on this app while traveling. This will be my first port of call if I’m ever back this way.
Read morePros: The food - handmade, nutritious and delicious , The vibe. Light and airy, eclectic with greenery, The service - very friendly and helpful
Cons: Took a while for food to come out - busy, My turmeric latte was tiny!
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Acjb
Points +137
Amazing food and so many options - Edit
I had a hard time deciding what to order, every single dish sounds great. Dishes are from a variety of cuisines and they have plenty of gluten-free options. The choice of vegan sweets and drinks is also quite large. I’ll be back!
Read morePros: Lots of vegan options, savoury and sweet, Delicious food, Nice atmosphere and some outdoor seating
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eyem_here
Points +352
Everything is fabulous - Edit
Every time I come here the food is exceptional and fresh, the service is fantastic, the space is beautiful, and they are generally thoughtful even down to the toilet paper.
Read morePros: Lots of delicious vegan options, Nice ambiance , Great service
Cons: They have specials and my fav is now gone 😩
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Charlot.teH
Points +16
INCREDIBLE - Edit
so so many options for vegans!! i had my first bought cake out ah!! (i’ve lived up until now being restricted by allergies)
Read morePros: lots of vegan options!, gorgeous people, no take away cups!!
Cons: usually busy, not never tooo busy
LindaLodue
Thanks - glad you were able to treat yourself to a cake!
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christy1993
Points +840
Fantastic - Edit
Whilst in Newcastle I went to Momo for a light lunch as well as a Friday night event of theirs. Almost everything is vegan, gluten-free is clearly marked, and the staff understand coeliac. I had hot chocolate with coconut mylk and shared the Banh Xeo. Incredibly fresh and excellent food, great ambience, plants everywhere, high ceilings. Their portion sides are great for the price. Really can't get much better. Their event was fantastic too, with live music and the Indian Thali meal for the night being all vegan and gluten free. Check the website for their night events. Would be the perfect place if all vegan
Read morePros: Lots of vegan, Clearly marked GF and coeliac-friendly, High ceilings, great atmosphere, host events
Cons: Not all vegan
LindaLodue
Thank you. Glad you enjoyed your visit during the day and the night!
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caitlin_rose
Points +117
Marvellous Menu - Edit
The menu was mostly vegan with amazing options which made it very difficult to make a choice. The food was delicious and the service was great. Will definitely go there again if I pass through Newcastle. The only downside is that it isn’t fully vegan!
Read morePros: Loads of vegan options, Great quality food , Reasonable portion sizes
Cons: Lots of options so it’s hard to choose, Not fully vegan
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