I’ve been vegan for several years now and, let me tell you, restaurants in London have gotten SO GOOD about veganism. It’s been a long time since I’ve been somewhere that doesn’t have at least one vegan option (even at steakhouses!) and many restaurants now have completely separate vegan and vegetarian menus. That being said, if you want some proper vegan comfort food, your best bet is to go to a totally vegan or vegetarian restaurant.
Here's my list of the best vegan restaurants in London for vegan burgers, mac and cheese, and everything in between!
Sadly, some of my favourites have recently closed, but there are still plenty to choose from!
1. Rudy’s
(my top pick of the best vegan restaurants in London)
Rudy’s is a staple of Camden market and they have possibly THE BEST vegan fried chicken burgers (which is one of the reasons I've put it top on my list of the best vegan restaurants London has to offer). Their cheesy fries are also amazing. It is my go-to for takeaway these days as it’s one of the few places that actually still tastes amazing when you get it delivered.
The owners also recently launched a vegan butcher with MASSIVE success which is fun!
Where is it?
Camden
What vegan comfort food should you order?
Buffalo burger and cheezy fries
2. Purezza
Purezza is another staple of my takeaway (and dine-in!) rotation. They are also in Camden (and Brighton!) and even won a non-vegan Italian pizza contest. Their vegan cheese is one of the only ones I can stomach for an entire pizza without it starting to taste weird. They also have super delicious cocktails 🥂.
Where is it?
Camden
What vegan comfort food should you order?
Truffle pizza and cheesy dough balls
3. What the Pitta
Okay, I’m going to stop exposing myself for how much I used to order Deliveroo. What the Pitta is another place that won a contest—in this case a kebab one—against meaty competition. They serve all kinds of kebabs and their baklava is to die for.
Where is it?
Camden + Shoreditch
What vegan comfort food should you order?
Mezze box with kebab ‘meat’ and vegan baklava
4. Young Vegans
Young vegans is another mainstay of Camden market and serves vegan pies. It’s also probably the most affordable option on this list. They haven’t been on Deliveroo in a while due to the pandemic, but they’re still taking online orders and it looks like they’re now doing pizza too! It’s vegan comfort food at its finest!
Where is it?
Camden
What vegan comfort food should you order?
When their shop in Camden is open, they do a pie, side, drink and dessert deal for something like £12. I’d recommend the cheeseburger pie, either mash or mac n cheese as a side, and basically any of the desserts I’ve tried (though I think the apple pie is my favourite if they have it).
6. Temple of Seitan
Temple of Seitan is one of the OG vegan junk food shops. Originally only in Hackney, they now have a shop in Camden as well. They serve vegan fried chicken, burgers, and, of course, mac and cheese!
Where is it?
Hackney + Camden
What vegan comfort food should you order?
I’m partial to the temple burger and the mac and cheese.
7. By Chloe
Imported from New York, By Chloe is another vegan junk food masterpiece. They’ve also started doing a bottomless brunch that I’m keen to try! They have three locations in London now and serve breakfast and lunch/dinner.
Where is it?
Covent Garden, Tower Bridge, Greenwich
What vegan comfort food should you order?
Quinoa taco salad and mac n’ cheese (plus a cupcake for dessert if you have room!)
8. Genesis
Genesis prides itself on serving healthier junk food—all their meals are packed with veg but are still super tasty. And they’ve got great cocktails (including some with CBD oil)! Their website is also super cool!
Where is it?
Shoreditch
What vegan comfort food should you order?
Nachos! (and any of the cocktails!)
9. Farmacy
Farmacy is a Notting Hill staple well known for its brunch (though I’ve never managed to get a brunch reservation). The atmosphere is really nice and they’ve got a pretty big menu with everything from chickpea ‘omelettes’ to Mexican dishes! They also serve fancy CBD cocktails.
Where is it?
Notting Hill
What vegan comfort food should you order?
Truffle mac n’ cheese and a ‘There’s Something about Mary’ cocktail
10. Essential Vegan
I used to order from Essential Vegan TONNES when I worked late at my old job (when they had a Shoreditch location). They serve vegan Brazilian food. It’s delicious and something different from the other vegan junk food on this list.
Where is it?
Dalston
What vegan comfort food should you order?
Brazilian cheese bread, Brazilian coxinha, essential burger
11. Manna
Manna is one of the oldest vegetarian (now vegan!) restaurants in London. My friend took me here as a birthday surprise one year and it was great! Nestled in Primrose Hill, it’s also got a lovely atmosphere!
Where is it?
Primrose Hill
What vegan comfort food should you order?
Nachos especiales
Have you tried any of my picks for the best vegan restaurants London has to offer? Let me know in the comments below!
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