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22/02/2022
Please watch Lentil Founder, Shanaka speaking of the closure and addressing some of the allegations. Please feel free to contact him via email [email protected]
17/02/2022
Some years ago, unable to bare the injustice and inequality around me , I decided to start a restaurant that would provide food and opportunities for everyone, indiscriminately.
I feel that we have done ok.
We have given strong proof that kindness, trust and plain decency is capable of building trust amongst humans.
Now , I’m sad to say that lentil as anything will close on the 27 th of this month.
Circumstances we face have made it impossible for us to go on.
Thank you for giving us the privilege to serve you.
Thank you to everyone who supported an idea that asked you to not be constrained by the theories of the mind but to activate with the openness of your hearts.
There’s much to celebrate and be grateful for.
Over the next ten days
Please come and share your stories and memories with us
We love you
It’s a business doing pleasure with you
Love Lentil and Shanaka ###
20/01/2022
20/01/2022
lentil has your cool drinks covered in this lovely weather
19/01/2022
Lunch menu for Wednesday.
1. Chanda Dal (black), cooked in traditional spices with tomatoes. Served with fresh rice and a crispy pappadam.
2. Indo-Chinese corn soup along with peas and corn. Topped with mint leaves and bread slices.
3. Mexican beans simmered with tomatoes, rosemary and thyme, served on top of rice and a fresh salad on the side.
Enjoy our heartwarming meals.
“Everyone deserves a place at the table.”
Please support us so we can continue providing a plate of bliss to those who need it. ❤️
18/01/2022
What an amazing treat that was for us on Sunday!
Thanks so much you truly are a 🌟
16/01/2022
Sunday dinner 🌽
15/01/2022
Can you guess ??
You’ll just have to find out tomorrow in Abbotsford at 12pm!
15/01/2022
Saturday lunch at Lentil as Anything! Check out for the full menu.
15/01/2022
Thank you 🙏🏼Eco-Farms for donating lovely corn and blackberry,s and more !
Thanks Julie for arranging it all for us
Lentilsasanything 🙏
14/01/2022
Today’s lunch! We are open for lunch from 12-3pm ❤️
14/01/2022
We want to continue to paint the lentil story, in a positive way, and find a way through the ever changing landscape, that is Covid.
If you cannot donate,
You can help by.
-Volunteering
- Coming to the restaurant
- Getting active in our many events, such as (poetry nights / open mic)
- Like and sharing
Come into one of our restaurants and say hello, let’s not let Covid make us scared to try and live a normal life.
-Link in Bio-
13/01/2022
The Lentil family is really struggling to stay open due to the impact of the pandemic. Please consider helping us to keep door open. GoFundMe link in bio
12/01/2022
Covid-19 has been harsh on Lentils and our staff are fighting hard to keep us alive!
Meet our head chef Nisha. With a successful entrepreneurship background under her belt, she joined Lentil as Anything where she quickly found the home she has been looking for in our restaurant.
While Nisha’s knowledge and experience in cooking vegan food is second to none, her passion and drive is to create work opportunities for disadvantaged groups in our community. As someone who came from a disadvantaged background herself, Nisha sees supporting less privileged groups as her personal mission to make this world a better place.
Since joining Lentil as Anything, Nisha’s focus is on our Asylum Seekers program and granting working experience and opening educational pathways for our indigenous team members.
“All those years ago when I was a single mother struggling to make ends meet and I would have loved to have a cheerleader in my corner”, says Nisha.
On her days in the kitchen, Nisha cooks Indian home style cuisine. Some of her signature dishes include rogan josh mushrooms, vegetable biryani and mixed veggie Korma.
If our cause resonates with you, please help support us. Link to our GoFundme page is in our bio. Lentilsasanything 🙏🏼
10/01/2022
Melbourne Lentils needs your help – support Lentil As Anything to allow us to support the community.
Like so many of us, Lentil As Anything in Melbourne has been hit hard by events of the last two years. In spite of that, through the pandemic we provided food relief and meals to vulnerable individuals and families. As well as our pay-as-you-feel restaurants, our food rescue and food relief programs have provided material and emotional sustenance for the community. Lentil has traditionally supported asylum seekers, homeless individuals, and many of the most vulnerable within our community. In addition, Lentil has been a home away from home for people stranded in Australia, far away from their loved ones, while the pandemic rages.
We reached out with a fundraiser in October 2020, and your response was overwhelming. Your generosity allowed us to stay open and vibrant, and provide essential support during the worst of the lockdowns. We are reaching out again, so that we can do what we do so well, and be part of the 2022 recovery story for Melbourne.
Link In Bio
https://gofund.me/badcbe7b
Anything you can spare is appreciated.
Thank you – and we hope to see you soon.
08/01/2022
Lunch at
Take away is always an option…
08/01/2022
Who wants Momos…head to to be warmed on the inside. Bring your own container if you would like them take away 🥰
03/01/2022
Lentil now only uses biodegradable containers for take away!!
No more plastics is another step towards creating a more eco conscious, sustainable environment
We are also asking all regulars who enjoy takeaways with lentil to bring their own containers and Tupperware, this will again reduce the amount of containers we use!
31/12/2021
It’s funny to talk about a photo like this, as being the. “Good Old Days”
This is a photo from not too long ago back in November 2019 before all the madness!
It doesn’t have to be a distant memory, you don’t have to be scared, we never left.
If you are feeling anxious or unsure, that’s ok to feel those things, we can make you feel safe and confident again about going out and enjoying the summer.
Let’s get together and make this a summer to remember .
Lots of exciting things heading your way, so watch this space.
Hit us up in the comments, and let us know something that you miss about Lentil, that you would like to see return this summer.
-Music
-Events
- Pop Up lentil flea market
What ever it is
We are here to help your dreams come true.
#2022
24/12/2021
Did you know that we’re open for Christmas Lunch!
Please check:
We would love to share the day with you.
Address
391 King Street
Newtown, NSW
2042
The vegetarian/vegan restaurant and vegetarian & vegan restaurant located on King Street in Newtown can be easily accessed by public transport or driving. If traveling by public transport, the nearest train station is Newtown Station which is approximately a 10-minute walk away. There are also several bus stops along King Street, including the intersection of King Street and Enmore Road.
If driving, there are several parking options available in the surrounding area, including street parking and paid car parks. It is recommended to check for parking restrictions before leaving your vehicle.
Please note that this information does not specifically indicate the location of Lentil As Anything and is only meant to provide general travel directions.
Opening Hours
| Monday |
12pm - 3pm |
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6pm - 9pm |
| Tuesday |
12pm - 3pm |
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6pm - 9pm |
| Wednesday |
12pm - 3pm |
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6pm - 9pm |
| Thursday |
12pm - 3pm |
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6pm - 9pm |
| Friday |
12pm - 3pm |
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6pm - 9pm |
| Saturday |
10am - 3pm |
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6pm - 9pm |
| Sunday |
10am - 3pm |
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6pm - 9pm |
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What people say
Vegetarian and vegan restaurants are becoming increasingly popular as people become more conscious about their health and the environment. Lentil As Anything, located on King Street in Newtown, is a shining example of a restaurant that not only provides delicious vegetarian and vegan meals but also operates on a pay-as-you-feel pricing model.
What sets Lentil As Anything apart from other restaurants is its mission to care for people, promote multiculturalism, reform society, and extend its ethos and values by hiring volunteers, the long-term unemployed, and the marginalized. This not-for-profit organization encourages young people to be active citizens and get involved in community-based initiatives.
Lentil As Anything Newtown opened its doors in April 2014 to an instant, enthusiastic customer base. The restaurant offers a variety of food styles including Asian fusion, Ethiopian, Greek and Mediterranean, Himalayan/Nepalese, Indian/Pakistani, Italian, Japanese, Mexican, Middle Eastern, Moroccan, Thai, Vegan and Vegetarian Vietnamese. The specialties of the restaurant include dinner and lunch.
The atmosphere at Lentil As Anything is warm and welcoming with friendly staff who are always ready to assist you. The outdoor seating area is perfect for enjoying your meal while taking in the vibrant surroundings of King Street.
Overall Lentil As Anything is an excellent choice for anyone looking for delicious vegetarian or vegan food in a welcoming environment. With its pay-as-you-feel pricing model and commitment to social justice issues it's no wonder why this restaurant has become such a beloved institution in Newtown.