ABOUT EVERDALE

The Full Story

Everdale began not as a business idea, but as a belief — that food can be both indulgent and responsible, delicious and compassionate.

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In a small Melbourne kitchen, founders Henry and Jullian Ponco set out on a mission to reinvent the way people experience plant-based food. What started as weekend experiments — grinding, mixing, and tasting — quickly turned into a vision to prove that vegan food isn’t just an alternative… it’s the future.

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While most restaurants treat vegan dishes as an afterthought — a token option at the end of the menu — Everdale lives and breathes plant-based innovation. Every burger, every scoop of gelato, every ingredient is crafted to challenge expectations.

The result? A dining experience where flavour comes first, and plants take the spotlight.

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Our burgers are bold, satisfying, and entirely meat-free — crafted with creativity and balance, not compromise. From crispy oyster mushroom patties to our signature mac & cheese burger, each creation is designed to redefine what comfort food can be.

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And then, there’s our gelato revolution.

Traditional gelato is known for its richness, but it often comes with added sugars, cholesterol, and guilt. At Everdale, we wanted to change that. Our chefs spent years perfecting vegan gelato that’s creamy, flavourful, and free from added sugar and cholesterol — proving that dessert can be both healthy and heavenly. It’s a breakthrough for those who crave sweetness without compromise — a treat that loves you back.

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Today, Everdale stands as one of Melbourne’s most iconic vegan destinations, not because we followed trends, but because we created them. Our mission is to inspire a new way of eating — one that celebrates the planet, the body, and the art of taste.

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Everdale isn’t just food.
It’s a movement — a reminder that when passion meets purpose, even the simplest meal can spark change.