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A Vegan’s Review: South Melbourne Market

Last updated on August 10, 2015 By Crazy Vegan 24 Comments

A Vegan’s Review of South Melbourne Market: “From produce, to funky plates and glassware, shopping trolleys, trinkets, flowers and coffee joints, this market has EVERYTHING. Farmer's Market meets Flea Market, I've always been able to find what I need in this loud, colorful, bustling and crazy cocktail bazaar of different cultures, smells and sound…” #vegan #lifestyle #veganlifestyle #grocery #grocerylist #tourist #tourism #melbourne #market #food #veganfood Disclaimer: This is not a sponsored post! 

When I first moved to the Southbank area of Melbourne, the one thing that really excited me was being just a 5 minute walk away from the amazing South Melbourne Market – I’d heard so much about it, seen so many photos – just the thought of being so close to it made me extremely excited, especially since eclectic markets like this are no where to be found in Singapore, where I grew up. We have nothing in Singapore really… we live in slums. 😛 Just kidding!

A Vegan’s Review of South Melbourne Market: “From produce, to funky plates and glassware, shopping trolleys, trinkets, flowers and coffee joints, this market has EVERYTHING. Farmer's Market meets Flea Market, I've always been able to find what I need in this loud, colorful, bustling and crazy cocktail bazaar of different cultures, smells and sound…” #vegan #lifestyle #veganlifestyle #grocery #grocerylist #tourist #tourism #melbourne #market #food #veganfood Of course, being a Vegan, the meat/deli/seafood section of the market didn’t arouse me at all, so I decided to write a post on all the other vegan friendly stores the market housed. From produce, to funky plates and glassware, shopping trolleys, trinkets, flowers, restaurants, and coffee joints, this market has EVERYTHING. Farmer’s Market meets Flea Market, I’ve always been able to find what I need in this loud, colorful, bustling and crazy cocktail bazaar of different cultures, smells and sounds.

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    A Vegan’s Review of South Melbourne Market: “From produce, to funky plates and glassware, shopping trolleys, trinkets, flowers and coffee joints, this market has EVERYTHING. Farmer's Market meets Flea Market, I've always been able to find what I need in this loud, colorful, bustling and crazy cocktail bazaar of different cultures, smells and sound…” #vegan #lifestyle #veganlifestyle #grocery #grocerylist #tourist #tourism #melbourne #market #food #veganfood

    A Vegan’s Review of South Melbourne Market: “From produce, to funky plates and glassware, shopping trolleys, trinkets, flowers and coffee joints, this market has EVERYTHING. Farmer's Market meets Flea Market, I've always been able to find what I need in this loud, colorful, bustling and crazy cocktail bazaar of different cultures, smells and sound…” #vegan #lifestyle #veganlifestyle #grocery #grocerylist #tourist #tourism #melbourne #market #food #veganfood The South Melbourne Market has more than quite a few produce stores. There are so many fruits and veggies in this small market that if you’re not careful, you may drown and die in a lethal overdose of fruity goodness. My personal favorite happens to be the  South Melbourne Market Organics. This is where I usually get my Mulberries, Vegan Cheese, Coyo and Rice/Grains. They sell a ton of other things like Kale Chips, Nakd Bars, and also happen to stock a large range of Loving Earth products – one of the best raw/vegan brands that I’ve come across in Australia.

    A Vegan’s Review of South Melbourne Market: “From produce, to funky plates and glassware, shopping trolleys, trinkets, flowers and coffee joints, this market has EVERYTHING. Farmer's Market meets Flea Market, I've always been able to find what I need in this loud, colorful, bustling and crazy cocktail bazaar of different cultures, smells and sound…” #vegan #lifestyle #veganlifestyle #grocery #grocerylist #tourist #tourism #melbourne #market #food #veganfood

    A Vegan’s Review of South Melbourne Market: “From produce, to funky plates and glassware, shopping trolleys, trinkets, flowers and coffee joints, this market has EVERYTHING. Farmer's Market meets Flea Market, I've always been able to find what I need in this loud, colorful, bustling and crazy cocktail bazaar of different cultures, smells and sound…” #vegan #lifestyle #veganlifestyle #grocery #grocerylist #tourist #tourism #melbourne #market #food #veganfood

    A Vegan’s Review of South Melbourne Market: “From produce, to funky plates and glassware, shopping trolleys, trinkets, flowers and coffee joints, this market has EVERYTHING. Farmer's Market meets Flea Market, I've always been able to find what I need in this loud, colorful, bustling and crazy cocktail bazaar of different cultures, smells and sound…” #vegan #lifestyle #veganlifestyle #grocery #grocerylist #tourist #tourism #melbourne #market #food #veganfood Another thing you’ll see scattered all around the market is little flower/plant shops that sell some ridiculously psychedelic-looking stuff that will turn any flower hater into a flower child.

    A Vegan’s Review of South Melbourne Market: “From produce, to funky plates and glassware, shopping trolleys, trinkets, flowers and coffee joints, this market has EVERYTHING. Farmer's Market meets Flea Market, I've always been able to find what I need in this loud, colorful, bustling and crazy cocktail bazaar of different cultures, smells and sound…” #vegan #lifestyle #veganlifestyle #grocery #grocerylist #tourist #tourism #melbourne #market #food #veganfood

    A Vegan’s Review of South Melbourne Market: “From produce, to funky plates and glassware, shopping trolleys, trinkets, flowers and coffee joints, this market has EVERYTHING. Farmer's Market meets Flea Market, I've always been able to find what I need in this loud, colorful, bustling and crazy cocktail bazaar of different cultures, smells and sound…” #vegan #lifestyle #veganlifestyle #grocery #grocerylist #tourist #tourism #melbourne #market #food #veganfood

    A Vegan’s Review of South Melbourne Market: “From produce, to funky plates and glassware, shopping trolleys, trinkets, flowers and coffee joints, this market has EVERYTHING. Farmer's Market meets Flea Market, I've always been able to find what I need in this loud, colorful, bustling and crazy cocktail bazaar of different cultures, smells and sound…” #vegan #lifestyle #veganlifestyle #grocery #grocerylist #tourist #tourism #melbourne #market #food #veganfood On to another of my favourites – Rainbow Connection. This is a mad little shop, bursting from the seams with incense, picture frames, lamps, and everything else awesome. If I lived in a bigger house, I’d buy everything in this store. This family run store has been trading at the market since the 50s’, believe it or not. It’s the to-go store for this crazy cat lady here!

    A Vegan’s Review of South Melbourne Market: “From produce, to funky plates and glassware, shopping trolleys, trinkets, flowers and coffee joints, this market has EVERYTHING. Farmer's Market meets Flea Market, I've always been able to find what I need in this loud, colorful, bustling and crazy cocktail bazaar of different cultures, smells and sound…” #vegan #lifestyle #veganlifestyle #grocery #grocerylist #tourist #tourism #melbourne #market #food #veganfood Aside from Rainbow Connection, there are also a ton of fantastic stores at the market that sell Kitchen and Home items (how can you say no to more kitchen tools?!). I usually get all my little glass bottles, mason jars, chopping boards and funky utensils from the South Melbourne Market. Now the secret’s out.

    A Vegan’s Review of South Melbourne Market: “From produce, to funky plates and glassware, shopping trolleys, trinkets, flowers and coffee joints, this market has EVERYTHING. Farmer's Market meets Flea Market, I've always been able to find what I need in this loud, colorful, bustling and crazy cocktail bazaar of different cultures, smells and sound…” #vegan #lifestyle #veganlifestyle #grocery #grocerylist #tourist #tourism #melbourne #market #food #veganfood

    A Vegan’s Review of South Melbourne Market: “From produce, to funky plates and glassware, shopping trolleys, trinkets, flowers and coffee joints, this market has EVERYTHING. Farmer's Market meets Flea Market, I've always been able to find what I need in this loud, colorful, bustling and crazy cocktail bazaar of different cultures, smells and sound…” #vegan #lifestyle #veganlifestyle #grocery #grocerylist #tourist #tourism #melbourne #market #food #veganfood Now, let’s talk about the not so great aspects for me personally – the restaurants. There are only 4 restaurants at the entrance of South Melbourne Market, along with a food court in the middle – but there is almost nothing Vegan available. There are Mexican, Chinese, Turkish, Spanish and Seafood restaurants, but all of them predominantly serve meat or dairy based dishes – not the best place for a Vegan lunch or dinner. I pretty much don’t bother anyway, since my main reason for going to the market is to buy pet products, trinkets or produce – but this may be a letdown for Vegan tourists… so head’s up!

    A Vegan’s Review of South Melbourne Market: “From produce, to funky plates and glassware, shopping trolleys, trinkets, flowers and coffee joints, this market has EVERYTHING. Farmer's Market meets Flea Market, I've always been able to find what I need in this loud, colorful, bustling and crazy cocktail bazaar of different cultures, smells and sound…” #vegan #lifestyle #veganlifestyle #grocery #grocerylist #tourist #tourism #melbourne #market #food #veganfood However, if you’re vegan and visiting, don’t let that hold you back – there is a LOT to see and buy for your friends and family back home in this market. No more silly souvenir magnets and t-shirts. Get some homemade jam instead, or if you’re feeling extra touristy, buy a didgeridoo for your didgeridoo-playing wife. 

    A Vegan’s Review of South Melbourne Market: “From produce, to funky plates and glassware, shopping trolleys, trinkets, flowers and coffee joints, this market has EVERYTHING. Farmer's Market meets Flea Market, I've always been able to find what I need in this loud, colorful, bustling and crazy cocktail bazaar of different cultures, smells and sound…” #vegan #lifestyle #veganlifestyle #grocery #grocerylist #tourist #tourism #melbourne #market #food #veganfood

    A Vegan’s Review of South Melbourne Market: “From produce, to funky plates and glassware, shopping trolleys, trinkets, flowers and coffee joints, this market has EVERYTHING. Farmer's Market meets Flea Market, I've always been able to find what I need in this loud, colorful, bustling and crazy cocktail bazaar of different cultures, smells and sound…” #vegan #lifestyle #veganlifestyle #grocery #grocerylist #tourist #tourism #melbourne #market #food #veganfood Well, that’s all for now folks! If you’re ever in the land down under, make sure to visit the South Melbourne Market! Just remember that they’re only open on Monday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday from 9am-4pm.  So don’t go on a Tuesday, or a Thursday, or at 6pm, unless you’re a dummy 🙂

    South Melbourne Market
    322-326 Coventry Street,
    South Melbourne (3205) Victoria
    http://southmelbournemarket.com.au

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      1. Matthew Waters says

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        Hi loved the post, just one thing it is not my place to say this but the didgeridoo is a male instrument that only men can use. it is part of their beliefs, the women have their own items that are sacred to them and only they can use.
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      2. anna says

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        the mushroom/capsicum gozlem are vegan!! and so so so tasty and amazing!! you should edit so more people can know :D
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        • Amrita @ Crazy Vegan Kitchen says

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          Hey Anna, thanks for the heads up! Never tried it at the turkish place, but I will do this weekend!
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      3. Audrey @ Unconventional Baker says

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        I'll be traveling to Australia for the first time ever this week! Going to Perth though, but this was still interesting to read -- I was curious what the food/grocery scene over there is like. Thanks for sharing :)
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        • Amrita @ Crazy Vegan Kitchen says

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          Hey Audrey! You're gonna love Australia ---> well, depends on the weather. Perth's weather is much better than Melbourne's though. :) The food grocery scene is mostly dominated by two main companies, Woolworths and Coles. But there are also an abundant number of fresh food markets too along with places like South Melbourne Market. :)
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      4. Jenn says

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        What a cool market!! I want to go!!
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        • Amrita @ Crazy Vegan Kitchen says

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          Hey Jenn, it is! If you're ever at our part of the world we'd love to show you around!
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