The best vegan & vegetarian restaurants in London
London is the perfect place to experiment with a vegetarian or vegan diet. The popularity of plant-based options has had a huge influence on restaurants throughout the capital, resulting in some incredible vegan and veggie-friendly dining experiences.
Here are some of the best vegan and vegetarian restaurants in London, as selected by someone who eats a lot of veggie food.
North
Purezza
If pizza is the one thing keeping you from going fully vegan, Purezza might convince you to finally take the plunge. Using cheese from the UK’s first plant-based cheese monger, La Fauxmagerie, Purezza satisfies any pizza craving without any of the dairy or meat you’d find on a typical takeaway pie.
Their menu also includes vegan pasta, calzones, and vegan cheese dough balls.
Camden, NW1 | purezza.co.uk
Tofu Vegan
Before ordering your usual Chinese takeaway, consider swapping for a vegan option. Tofu Vegan is arguably one of the best vegan restaurants in London. It serves hearty plant-based dishes that I dream about whenever I'm away from London. As soon as I'm back in the city, I have to get my go-to order of smacked cucumbers, wontons in the house sauce, and sizzling tofu.
Islington, N1 | tofuvegan.com
Crumb Vegan
Going vegan doesn’t mean you have to give up sweet treats. Crumb Vegan sells decadent New York-style cookies made with completely plant-based ingredients from their tiny yellow storefront in Camden Passage. With classic chocolate chip and seasonal specials like mince pie and pumpkin spice, you’d never know these indulgent cookies are vegan.
Islington, N1 | crumbvegan.co.uk
East
Third Culture Deli
If you've had one too many meal deals and want to step up your weekday lunches, Third Culture Deli serves gourmet vegan sandwiches in an adorable, vintage-inspired space. During the day, they also offer coffee, matcha, and pastries. In the evening you can stop by for small plates or pick up some ingredients for plant-based cooking at home.
Hackney, E8 | thirdculturedeli.com
Sutton and Sons
Fish and chips is probably one of the most difficult foods to make vegan, but Sutton and Sons pulls it off. Their extensive vegan menu not only includes "fish" (battered banana blossom) and chips, but other chippy classics like pie and mash, "chicken" burgers, and scampi. They serve these vegan options alongside their usual menu so no one is left out.
Stoke Newington, Hackney Central & Islington | suttonandsons.co.uk
Love Shack
Veganism and vegetarianism have long been associated with the New Age and hippie movements and at Love Shack they're embracing the stereotypes. This funky pub and restaurant is a cross between your childhood treehouse and the basement from That ‘70s Show with mismatched furniture and an outdoor seating area with hammocks.
The menu is just as groovy as the decor with a focus on mushrooms to enhance dishes from brunch to dinner. Try a lion's mane matcha for its neurological benefits or a “chicken” burger made from crispy, umami oyster mushrooms. They also have a variety of mocktails and non-alcoholic drinks for anyone combining a plant-based diet with Dry January.
Cambridge Heath, E2 | loveshackldn.com
South
Peachy Goat
If you think Italian food can't be as good without cheese or meat, Peachy Goat is here to prove you wrong. Owned by two Sardinian brothers, this cosy Herne Hill restaurant serves authentic Italian recipes with a vegan twist. An evening spent eating deep-fried "camembert" bites or pumpkin and sage tortelloni pasta with miso butter is the perfect cure when London starts feeling a little too gloomy. A top contender for one of the best vegan restaurants in London.
Herne Hill, SE24 | peachygoat.com
Pipoca
If the only way you can stay motivated for your weekly food shop is by picking up a sweet treat afterwards, Pipoca is the perfect shop for you. After browsing their selection of organic, vegan, and artisan groceries, head to their cafe next door to pick up a freshly made vegan crepe.
Many people choose a vegan diet for the environmental benefits and Pipoca makes it easy to maximise your eco-friendly efforts. They offer their products in bulk, encouraging customers to bring reusable containers to stock up on necessities while reducing plastic waste. On their website, they also have blogs about sustainability and wellness if you're looking to learn more.
Brixton, SW6 | pipocavegan.com
West
Popin
For a vegan or veggie brunch in a perfectly aesthetically pleasing setting, Popin is the place to go. The menu includes a variety of smoothie bowls, avocado toast, and flavoured house lattes. The banana bread with maple labneh paired with lavender matcha is my idea of the perfect start to a weekend morning.
They also have a grocery store in Pimlico where you can pick up artisan ingredients.
West Kensington, W14 | popinshops.co.uk
VeganE
Going out to eat in London can get quite expensive, with vegan options often coming with an extra charge (looking at you, cafes that charge more for oat milk!). Luckily, VeganE has some of the most affordable vegan food in the city, with the majority of their mains under £15. The menu includes an extensive variety of comfort foods like curries, burgers, and pasta. They also serve an endless variety of juices and smoothies for a refreshing boost of nutrients.
Fulham, SW6 | saint-vegan.uk
The Humble Veg
The convenience of fast food or Deliveroo deals can tempt you away from your goal of maintaining a veggie or vegan diet. For a quick vegan takeaway, place an order at The Humble Veg. Using simple, wholesome ingredients, they offer wraps, sandwiches, and soup prepared in record time. The promise of acquiring a burrito in less than 10 minutes from ordering should be enough to make you cancel your McDonald's delivery.
Ealing, W13 | thehumblevegealing.com
Central
Mildreds
A vegan guide to London wouldn’t be complete without a mention of Mildreds. One of the first vegetarian restaurants in the city is now a completely vegan go-to for Londoners of all diets. Their seasonal plant-based menu includes takes on comfort food, Asian dishes, and decadent desserts. They also offer a vegan Sunday roast that would impress even the most seasoned pubgoer.
Camden, Covent Garden, Dalston, King’s Cross, Soho, Victoria | mildreds.com
Bubala
Making sure you eat your vegetables is extremely easy at Bubala. With a Middle Eastern-inspired menu of creatively prepared veggie dishes, the small plates are a great way for newbies to plant-based eating to try different options and discover new favourites. If you're not ready to go completely vegan, I highly recommend the halloumi with camomile and honey.
Soho, Spitalfields | bubala.co.uk
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