Perilla - North Ryde

If you're seeking a charming, cozy café with fantastic food at a great price, Perilla is the place for you. Everything from their coffee to breakfast and meals is delicious. It's conveniently located just beneath my apartment and is always my favorite spot. With restrictions lifting on Monday, you'll also be able to enjoy their lovely outdoor seating area!

The crispy chicken is outstanding! It's our favorite dish, and we've returned multiple times because it's always delicious, whether we dine in or take it away. This place is truly a hidden gem!

I visited this restaurant twice with my omnivorous family, and I was surprised to find that the vegan banh mi I remembered wasn't on the menu. The only vegan option available was a modified version of the Vermicelli bowl, which was decent. The waitstaff, however, were incredibly helpful; I asked for the usual fish sauce to be replaced with sweet chili sauce, and the server happily accommodated my request. The early rolls were good, featuring an interesting and fabulous curved design. Overall, though, I left feeling disappointed by the limited options. I think it's a shame that they don't offer more variety.

I had tea during an interview about the road. The menu has a vegan bah mi sandwich, but I'm not sure if the mayo is vegan since it's not specified. Maybe they ask about it before you place your order. It was on the lunch menu, so I couldn't try it since I was there between 8:30 and 9:00.

This is a wonderful little cafe-restaurant. They offer vegetarian options that can easily be made vegan. The waitstaff are knowledgeable about what is vegan, but it's a good idea to ask for confirmation. I had the tofu and avocado banh mi, and it was fantastic!