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Discover Crossways, Melbourne’s incredible value vegan institution that proves plant-based feasts don’t need to be expensive to be satisfying. This Hare Krishna-inspired venue offers generous three-course meals plus drinks for just $9.50, making it one of Melbourne’s most accessible quality dining experiences.
Why Crossways Serves Melbourne’s Vegan Community
Located in Melbourne VIC 3000, Crossways has created a unique dining model that prioritizes accessibility and variety. The daily-changing menu ensures regular visitors always discover something new, whether it’s Malaysian-style tofu curry with orange halava or Thai green curry with almond toffee fudge.
The Community Dining Experience
Step into a space where good food meets community values, creating an environment where everyone can enjoy quality vegetarian cuisine regardless of budget. The Hare Krishna influence brings a philosophy of nourishment that extends beyond just the food to encompass the entire dining experience.
Daily Discoveries
The daily-changing menu keeps regular diners engaged with constant variety, while the three-course format ensures every meal feels complete and satisfying. The combination of international influences and traditional preparation creates unexpectedly sophisticated flavors at remarkably accessible prices.
Key Highlights
- Value: Three courses plus drink for $9.50 ($7.50 concession)
- Variety: Daily-changing menu with international influences
- Philosophy: Hare Krishna-inspired community nourishment
- Accessibility: Quality vegetarian dining for all budgets
- Perfect For: Budget dining, daily variety, community meals
It’s all you can eat and I can’t say anything but WOW.
Very cool to have an opportunity like that in the city!
The daily changing menu ensures that there’s always something slightly different to try. The core of the menu focuses on wholesome and comforting vegetarian and vegan dishes, and this focus creates a reliable and satisfying meal. If you enjoy hearty, flavorful, and consistant style meals, you will enjoy crossways.
The friendly staff and the restaurant’s overall mission are definite highlights. It’s a clean and well-maintained space, and the second floor lounge area adds a nice, relaxing element. If you’re looking for a simple, filling, and very reasonably priced vegetarian/vegan meal, Crossways is a very good choice.
What makes it even better is that the price you pay is NET—no additional surcharges—and every penny goes directly to charity, as it’s a non-profit. Knowing that you’re enjoying healthy, affordable food while contributing to a good cause is an unbeatable combination.
Oh, and did you know? If you’re still hungry, you can even ask for more portions. How awesome is that?
