VOTE NOW: Tassie’s Best Vegan / Vegetarian Food

In the next instalment of our Best of Tasmania 2020 series we reveal 20+ vegetarian/vegan-friendly eateries that made the shortlist – but who is Tassie’s best? VOTE IN OUR POLL NOW >>

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When it comes to vegan and vegetarian friendly restaurants, Tasmania is about as friendly as it gets.

When we asked Mercury readers to nominate the best veggie haunts, more than 150 readers were keen to put their favourites forward.

In Launceston, VegOut Tasmania, Lotus Thai Vegan House, Mad Apple Cafe and Sweetbrew Cafe received nominations.

Some regional inclusions also made the shortlist, including Mountain Mumma in Sheffield and The Olive Jar in Huonville.

And there were plenty to choose from around Hobart with Little Lotus Cafe, Vegera and The Veg Bar all receiving a slew of nominations.

Another cafe who received multiple nominations was Straight Up Coffee and Food in Hobart.

Roisin Abberton barista at Straight Up Coffee and Food in Hobart. Picture: EDDIE SAFARIK

“Straight Up Coffee and Food is the best vegetarian/vegan cafe. They are also gluten free,” wrote one reader.

“These ladies and their staff take great pride in their product. Just the best.”

Speaking to the Mercury this week about their business, manager Ebony Lucas said their “root to tip” approach to cooking is what makes them popular among Hobartians wanting to do the right thing for the environment and follow a ‘zero waste’ approach.

For Sue Dixon, Thai Veggie Hutt in the Bank Arcade gets her vote.

“Fantastic Thai veggie lunches, always very popular. Love their food!” she said.

Make your vote count in the official poll below — voting closes 9am this Sunday, October 11.

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