Cheap Vegetarian Eats in Melbourne CBD—$5 Snacks & Meals
Budget-friendly bites for students, backpackers & late-night cravers—just steps from the tram stop.

Why We’re the CBD’s Go-To for Cheap Vegetarian Food
Googling “cheap vegetarian food Melbourne” between lectures? Pardesi Vaishno Dhaba’s city kiosk dishes out hot, flavour-packed Indian street eats that keep your wallet—and stomach—full. From crunchy samosas to hearty dal cups, everything on the value menu rings in at $5 or less.
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Location & Quick-Pick-Up Tips
• Address: 131 Flinders Ln, 3-min walk from Swanston-St tram.
• Order Ahead: Use the “Order for $5” button and collect in under 4 minutes—skip the lunchtime queue.
• Delivery Radius: Melbourne CBD & Carlton within 25 minutes via bike couriers.
• Cash-Strapped? Tap-to-Pay accepted even for $5; no minimum spend.
Frequently Asked Questions – Pardesi Vaishno Dhaba
Yes, we are a 100% pure vegetarian Punjabi dhaba, serving traditional North Indian flavors made with fresh and authentic ingredients.
Absolutely! We welcome you to enjoy our homestyle Punjabi food in a clean and comfortable dine-in setting.
Yes, we offer reliable home delivery in our service area. You can place your order by phone or through food delivery platforms.
Yes, we provide catering services for all kinds of occasions – weddings, birthdays, corporate events, and religious functions. Custom menus are available on request.
We are located at 363 Lonsdale St, Dandenong VIC 3175, Australia. Visit our Contact page for directions and hours.
We’re open every day from
Thursday | 10 am–11 pm |
Friday | 10 am–12 am |
Saturday | 10 am–12 am |
Sunday | 10 am–11 pm |
Monday | 5–11 pm |
Tuesday | 10 am–11 pm |
Wednesday | 10 am–11 pm |
Yes, we offer Jain food and no-onion-garlic dishes. Please inform our staff while ordering.
You can call us directly at +61 3 8753 5900, or place orders through Order Now . For catering, we recommend calling in advance.
Student-Friendly Perks
- Swipe & Save – Show any uni ID for an extra 10 % off combos.
- Free Wi-Fi & USB Ports – Power up devices while you power up on carbs.
- Late-Night Hours – Open till 11 p.m.; perfect after library cram sessions.
- Bring-Your-Cup Discount – 50 ¢ off lassi when you BYO reusable tumbler.

What Our Customers Say
ashish gupta28 June 2025Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Amazing vegeterian food in the melbourne. ruchi dua sethi22 June 2025Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Paranthas and Amritsari kulcha was really yum. We will definitely be back soon. Thank you for a great service. Navdeep kumar21 June 2025Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Lovely atmosphere, tasty food. I highly recommend amritsari kulcha, soya champ, moong daal halva and ofcourse tea. Rates are also very genuine. Malai kofta, kadai panner and lacha paratha are very tasty too. PB08 Records13 June 2025Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I really enjoyed the food — everything was fresh, well-presented, and flavorful. The amritsari kulcha was especially delicious, cooked just right and full of authentic taste. The portion sizes were generous, and the variety on the menu was impressive.
Budget Meal Hacks
- Mix-&-Match Combo – Any two $5 items + free papad = dinner under $10.
- Spice It Yourself – House chutney bar lets you level up flavour for free.
- Friday Happy Hour (3–5 p.m.) – Buy a slider, get a samosa free—limit 2 per student ID.
📞 Call Now: +61 3 8753 5900