Vegan deli cafe est. 2017. Offers a variety of foods including waffles, sandwiches, toasties, beans and bowls, smoothies, coffee and lattes. Makes vegan meats, cheese, and sauces in-house. Sells some food to take home, including the vegan meats and cheese plus yoghurt, ice cream, chocolate and snacks. Open Mon-Sun 8:00am-3:00pm.
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4/241 Commonwealth St, Surry Hills, New South Wales, Australia, 2010
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- Outdoor seating
- Wheelchair accessible
- Accepts credit cards
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Last update on 25 Aug 2022 by Uncolored
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284 Reviews
First Review by veganvirtues
eyebee
Points +22
What a find! - Edit
Great menu, and my bacon and egg bagel was beautifully prepared.
Read moreThe loveliest, gentlest, and welcoming warm staff.
I also had a really, really well made long black.
5 stars this place is a gem.
Updated from previous review on 2025-12-03
Pros: Quality of food, Quality of coffee, Quality of welcome and service
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Sarilein
Points +25740
Can’t wait to go again - Edit
Lovely coffee (tried decaf first time) for a good price.
Read moreFriendly and helpful Service.
lovely seating outside in a quiet street.
Had the eggles omelette which was decent. Melted cheese inside and Parmesan on top. Salad dressing stole the show though. Omelette could have been hotter and more seasoned.
Food looks great overall (sandwich and wrap at other table). Agree that the salad and other dishes vary in size.
Omelette and salad were rather small. Sandwich looks big
Can’t wait to go again.
They have baked goods too and also a little deli with cheese, bars and drinks to buy. Everything vegan here #Veganuary
Went again - loved the omelette and had it again but also the sandwich/sourdough: join the club
Wonderful and filling
Just perfect - seriously this is stunning
Schnitzel, Mayo, greens and smashed avo plus vegan cold cuts and cheddar
Lovely
Updated from previous review on 2025-01-14
Pros: Omelette, Coffee, Location
Cons: Portion could be bigger
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MarkDixTaylor
Points +70
Short Train ride from Airport - Edit
Less than 30 minutes from the airport by the train and only a 3km walk to the iconic Sydney Opera House
Read morePros: Baked beans, with red peppers and onions, Rueben Sandwich with artisan bread and pickles too
Cons: Small, Outdoor seating could use more ambiance , The shift sign, outside, has cobwebs on it.
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johneleh
Points +359
Great way to start the day - Edit
Large menu of all vegan options, from omelette to Reuben sandwich plus desserts too.
Read moreLovely prompt service.
Inside and outside seating
Updated from previous review on 2025-11-20
Pros: All vegan menu, Large range of options, Desserts available
Cons: None
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Nat121
Points +152
The egg and bacon bagel really is the best - Edit
Came to Sydney for the weekend and it was a must try, glad I did.
Read moreAmazing work guys, you nailed it.
The desserts look so pretty too can’t wait to try my golden gaytime
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LizHaworth
Points +151
Great little vegan cafe - Edit
Great for a quick breakfast or brunch. Online ordering lets you tailor order to your wants by allowing you to view all the options to add to your toastie etc. nice drinks, lovely staff. Yummy sweet treats.
Read morePros: Quick and easy , Good solid vegan cafe with a good menu , Really nice staff
Cons: A little small seating area , Does not open until 8am
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LouisaHinks
Points +28
Gorgeous - Edit
My friend and I really enjoyed this spot for breakfast. The omelette was so lovely and had a salad with delicious dressing on the side. Both our shakes were also perfect! Great value too!
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2025-11-06
Pros: Omelette, Purple rain shake
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VC0
Points +24
Sunday Morning Sloth Mode: Skip it! - Edit
Showed up 20 mins early, knew it, happy to wait. Dude outside setting up tells me “we open at 8” — like I didn’t already knew. Door opens, no acknowledgment, so I order via QR code myself.
Read moreCoffee? Meh. Avocado toast? Took ages to arrive and honestly, I could smash this at home faster. Asked for takeaway container — guy drags it out, goes back for napkins.
Sunday mornings are hard, bro — just call in sick 😅
Pros: Nope
Cons: What else to add...?
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LiT
Points +170
Just lovely!! - Edit
All vegan, three friendly, and helpful (and handsome) guys running a very efficient restaurant.
Read moreThey were not condescending to the first-timer.
Seems like a popular spot for locals.
Updated from previous review on 2025-10-30
Pros: Fabulous staff, Yuzu avo toast, Lots of seating
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Squizsh
Points +1076
God tier club sandwiches - Edit
Shift is THE place to grab your hangover breakfast in Sydney city. You can just walk right in, take a seat, order from the QR and your order comes right to you with little to no human interaction, and it’s awesome! The club sandwich is sick. They make their meats in house which is also frikken sick. I’ve been eating here for years and usually pass through central every time I’m visiting home, so figured it was probably time to give them a HV review. They’re legends, quick, easy, filling and tasty Brekky in the heart of the CBD!
Read morePros: Speed of service , No human interaction while I’m hungover, Club sandwich
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Crowfaery
Points +182
Amazing repeat visit! - Edit
Was in the area for dental work and decided to cheer myself up with a treat! Delicious pancakes 🥞 and had the iced chai this time!
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2025-06-16
Pros: Pancakes, Chai, Friendly staff
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ShaneFoxFront
Points +1575
Nice options, tasty! - Edit
I enjoyed eating here, got a toastie and a yiros.
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Kittybiscuit
Points +9810
Excellent “omelette” - Edit
When I visit Sydney I usually come to this cafe. We came twice this time. We had an egg and bacon bagel and this morning we sat in for breakfast. I had the omelette which I really enjoyed. Added some tofu to it as well. My partner enjoyed the pancakes and added ice cream.
Read moreThe only thing I found disappointing was the coffee. I had a soy flat white take away and it was a bit weak for my tastes. Today I had a long black and it wasn’t the best.
Nice staff and 100% vegan with groceries.
Original review
I ordered a coffee, oj and the egg and bacon bagel. There were some seats outside but also along the bench which was great because I was by myself. The bagel had a great flavour. I really enjoyed it and recommend it. They also had cakes for sale and groceries for sale. I recommend it
Updated from previous review on 2019-03-10
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Mirco:)
Points +903
Good Breakfast - Edit
Breakfast was good. The service was friendly and the food was ready quickly. One of the few completely vegan options we found.
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lesbeanflannel
Points +1036
Everything was Solid! - Edit
Cute little place with a refrigerated section and small seating area inside. Loved the chikun sandwich and partners vegan lamb wrap was delicious! I tried a piece and loved it. We shared a protein shake (chocolate pb) and it was really nice as well. Was worth the stop and would be keen to go back. Service was quick and chill.
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JudeTheCat
Points +758
Ok Breakfast - Edit
Wanted to love this place. The staff were nice and the menu was extensive. I had the big breakfast. Was a bit bland and underwhelming.
Read morePros: Staff, Range
Cons: Lack of flavour
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Kellaun
Points +56
Lovely breakfast - Edit
Great space close to Central Station. Toasties and coffee were amazing, friendly staff.
Read morePros: The food, The coffee, The staff
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Optimal
Points +46
11/10 - Edit
Coffee, breakfast/ brunch items - everything was incredible! We walked from downtown (not bad) to get here because of the reviews and was totally worth it.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2025-07-18
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jettdowie
Points +20
Great food - Edit
Great food but service was poor!
Read morePros: Yummy, Good portions, Healthy
Cons: Little oily, Disengaged staff
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travellingbutterfly
Points +1560
Yum! - Edit
We quickly dropped in before our trip back to Darwin and regretted it immediately. This place made us want to miss our plane and eat pancakes there all day. Lovely food, lovely staff, lovely ambience and items to bring back home!!!
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Julia207
Points +112
I loved it! - Edit
There is such a great selection, I almost couldn't decide!
Read moreIt was very delicious!
I really want to come back!😄
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bpxoxo
Points +33
Completely vegan - Edit
The whole menu is vegan which is amazing and my food was delicious! I got the chicken shnitzel sandwich and it was a great hangover remedy lol. They also have bakery items and pantry items
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2025-06-19
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rikkio16
Points +1110
Wanted to like it more - Edit
The vibes were great on the inside and service was friendly. We got a carrot cake and the bagel breakfast sandwich with egg and bacon. Since this place advertises itself as a deli, we thought the bacon would be the star but we only got one small piece on our bagel which could only be tasted if eaten separately from the sandwich. The overpowering taste was unfortunately barbecue sauce which didn't seem to fit. The carrot cake was a bit dry and not too memorable either.
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MCR29
Points +260
So yum - Edit
Both green smoothie and bacon and egg bagel were perfect. Quick service too, for somewhere so popular.
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AnjaBella
Points +149
Not bad - Edit
Portions are pretty small but I had the omelette and salad..it was pretty good.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2025-04-29
Pros: All vegan, Friendly staff, Decent prices
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maya.mm.
Points +37
Amazing!!! - Edit
great coffee, delicious food, good prices
Read morePros: Great coffee, Delicious food, Affordable
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Okiront
Points +33
The best - Edit
Their food was very gooooood!
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