These are the best vegan restaurants in London for tasty treats
Transitioning to an all-vegan diet can be a bit challenging, especially when you can no longer count on your favourite restaurants to serve up animal product-free food. But on the flipside, this is a great opportunity to discover new haunts and try new dishes.
And with more and more people going vegan every year, London is keeping up with the demand, with restaurants offering more vegan options on the menu, or even going the full enchilada. Here are the best places in London to grab a vegan bite for brunch, lunch or dinner...
Once you've booked your reservations, get more food inspiration from the best vegan cookbooks, check out these vegan beauty products, vegan meal delivery services and browse our favourite vegan celebrities.
by CHLOE
The third London location of this wholesome haunt finds its home in the heart of the renowned shopper’s haven, Oxford Circus, and offers 72 indoor seats alongside a terrace that seats 10, creating a perfect spot to recharge. Think booth seating, unique light fixtures, bespoke wallpapers and bathrooms (the brand's ultimate selfie spot!). The London-exclusive specials will be available alongside by CHLOE.’s signature salads, burgers, fresh pastas, daily-baked sweets (Sweets by CHLOE.) and dairy-free ice cream (Chill by CHLOE.). Popular dishes include The Guac Burger, Quinoa Taco Salad, Air-Baked French Fries and Mac N’ Cheese amongst others. The super Instagrammable haunt just launched new menu items featuring their first-ever plant-based chicken offering, Chicky, which we can confirm is delectable. Chicky is made with tempeh breaded with gluten-free panko and a yummy spice blend. There's the Chicky Chicky Parm Parm, chicky tenders and the moreish Crispy Chicky Salad.
Avobar
The name does not deceive you, this place serves up a full menu of dishes featuring your favourite green fruit: Avocado. Among the extremely Instagrammable interiors, vegans can enjoy the Smashed Chilli Avo (served on sweet potato ‘toast’ with coconut labneh), the iconic Avo Bun Burger, with a patty that tastes as good as the green bun looks, and an Avo Cheesecake made with vegan white chocolate.24 Henrietta St, London, WC2E 8ND
Tanya's
A raw cafe that offers food based mainly on the processes of sprouting, soaking and dehydrating - the thing that really makes Tanya's stand out on the vegan London scene is the presentation. This is one vegan meal you'll definitely be Instagramming.35 Ixworth Pl, London, SW3 3QX
@blackcathackney/InstagramBlack Cat Cafe
Think junk food isn't for vegans? Think again. Hackney's Black Cat Cafes will bring you the likes of fish and chips, burgers, curries and milkshakes. Hungover? You know where to go.76 Clarence Rd, London, E5 8HB
Cafe Van Gogh
Situated on Brixton Road, the best thing about Cafe Van Gogh is the sheer diversity of cuisines you can get. From a Full English to Huevos Rancheros, Sri-Lankan jackfruit and aubergine stuffed chapatti to Jerk plantain, there's no shortage of choices.88 Brixton Road, London, SW9 6BE
@loostandfound/InstagramItadakizen
All food at Itadakizen is handmade upon ordering and it's 100% vegan. A Japanese restaurant primarily, you can expect the likes of vegan sushi and tempura. Sign us up.139 King's Cross Rd, Kings Cross, London, WC1X 9BJ
Essence
Open from breakfast all the way through to early dinner, Essence bases its menu on seasonal ingredients. Opt for the vegan bangers and mash or the raw Pad Thai. Yum.94 Leonard St, London, EC2A 4RH
Nama
Notting Hill's Nama is a raw Vegan spot. Pizzas are made with cashew nut cheese, walnut crusts and garnished with the likes of Portobello sausage and Nocellara olives. The restaurant also offers raw food courses for those that want to learn how to recreate dishes at home.110 Talbot Rd, London, W11 1JR
Vantra
Slap bang in the centre of London, Oxford Street's Vantra serves a 100% vegan, gluten and refined sugar free menu. A buffet spot, everyday you can fill a bowl with the likes of curry, salads or noodles. There is an a la carte options too. One thing to expect: everything is super healthy.5-27 Oxford St, Soho, London, W1D 2DW
100 Wardour St
The lively bar in Soho is introducing a large selection of tempting vegan dishes that have been curated personally by recently appointed Executive Head Chef Kim Woodward, who has previously resided at The Savoy.Wardour St, Soho, London
