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Veggie Chef

53 Portman St, Oakleigh VIC 3166, Australia

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53 Portman St, Oakleigh VIC 3166, Australia

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+61 433 525 326
HoursMonday: Closed Tuesday: 4:30 – 8:00 PM Wednesday: 4:30 – 8:00 PM Thursday: 4:30 – 8:00 PM Friday: 4:30 – 8:00 PM Saturday: 12:00 – 2:00 PM, 4:00 – 8:00 PM Sunday: 12:00 – 2:00 PM, 4:00 – 8:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Veggie Chef

Oakleigh locals rely on Veggie Chef for made-to-order Asian comfort food that leaves nothing behind in its plant-based transition. Stir-fried rice noodles carry genuine wok hei, while bento boxes arrive piled with crisp salt-and-pepper tofu or vegan lemon chicken. Dietary tweaks never derail the kitchen—broths, curries, and stir-fries readily accommodate garlic- and onion-free requests without flattening flavor. Plates land steaming hot alongside fragrant bowls of laksa and grilled dengaku eggplant.

  • Cooked-to-Order Menu: Noodle stir-fries, curries, and bentos are prepared fresh to order without pre-batched compromises.
  • Allium-Free Flexibility: Kitchen accommodates strict no-garlic, no-onion, and vegan preferences across multiple dishes.
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Why Choose Veggie Chef

Why diners choose Veggie Chef for dedicated Asian vegetarian and vegan dining in Oakleigh

  • Cooked Fresh to Order

    Every dish across the plant-based Asian menu is freshly made to order rather than kept warm on steam tables, delivering vibrant wok heat and crisp textures.

    It’s not a buffet style so everything is cooked to order and is hot.

    Zoe S

  • Satisfying Asian Comfort Classics

    The kitchen recreates traditional comfort classics with plant-based ingredients, satisfying cravings for nostalgic dishes like lemon chicken and bento boxes.

    Definitely recommend popping in here to satisfy your Japanese vegan food cravings!

    Rachael Martin

  • Garlic- and Onion-Free Accommodation

    Diners with specific dietary restrictions can comfortably order allium-free Asian meals without garlic or onion compromising depth of flavor.

    They have a range of delicious dishes and are very considerate and inclusive too as many of their dishes have a garlic and onion free option.

    Live yean chong

  • Flexible Dietary Customization

    The menu readily adapts to varied dietary preferences, allowing guests to swap noodles, select rice styles, or request egg- and dairy-free options.

    Request for vegan, dairy free, non soy, no eggs, mild or hot spicy level, type of noodles to suit you: egg, rice, yellow, vermicelli; type of rice: white or brown; all are welcome here

    Samina Munshi

  • Quick and Generous Service

    Meals are served hot and quickly by attentive staff, leaving guests deeply satisfied with generous portion sizes.

    Food comes out quick and hot and always delicious.

    Andy Luu

  • Spotless and Relaxing Atmosphere

    A welcoming, spotless dining room paired with considerate floor service makes family and casual meals easy and comfortable.

    Restaurant is small only around 6-8 dinning tables however it’s very clean and neat!

    Sunny L

Plant-based comfort favorites cooked to order

  • Curry Laksa

    sharing a tofu curry laksa this is the perfect Sunday lunch

    Jannine Miers

  • Lemon Chicken

    Highly recommend the wontons, lemon chicken and the sweet and sour pork bento box.

    Zoe S

  • Sambal Chicken

    My top 3 on the menu I'd recommend is sambal chicken don, teriyaki chicken, and veg spring rolls!

    Samina Munshi

  • Hainanese Chicken Rice

    Hainese chicken rice was great, since i turned vegetarian this is the first time ive been able to experience this and it was very similar, very chicken rice flavour.

    K

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful hospitality and tailored touches that set Veggie Chef apart

  • Thoughtful Allium-Free & Dietary Care

    Staff attentively accommodate specific dietary needs, offering garlic- and onion-free preparations alongside vegan options and regularly checking in on guests.

  • Bespoke Dish Customization

    The kitchen customizes dishes on request, allowing guests to tailor dairy-free or soy-free meals, adjust spice levels, and select specific noodle or rice varieties.

  • Personalized Spice Guidance

    Staff provide helpful guidance on spice intensity, gently advising diners on appropriate heat levels so that subtle dish flavors are not overpowered.

  • Attentive Family Hospitality

    For families dining in, staff provide thoughtful toddler accommodations like booster seats alongside attentive, welcoming table service.

Before you head over

Practical advice for dining in, dietary customisation, and ordering at Veggie Chef.

  • Plan Ahead for Limited Dining Tables

    With only around 6 to 8 dining tables in a small, cosy dining room, seating is limited and the space can fill up fast during peak times. Arrive early or plan around peak hours if you prefer to dine in without a wait.

  • Customise Your Dish and Dietary Preferences

    The kitchen prepares dishes to order and accommodates dietary requirements with ease. You can request garlic- and onion-free dishes, vegan or egg-free versions, spice levels, and your choice of noodles or rice.

  • Scan to Order or Grab Quick Takeaway

    If you are dining in, ordering is done quickly right at your table via smartphone scan code, with staff on hand to help adjust heat levels if a dish is too spicy. Takeaway orders placed in person are prepared promptly and packed hot.

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