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Try the seitan Reuben, a frequently praised signature sandwich.
The vibe: good for groups
15 essentials · 3 signature dishes
Best Vegan Restaurants in London
15 essentials
Where to eat first in London
Ranked by overall rating, signature dish strength and how much reviewers praise the food. If you only have a weekend, start here.
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Vegan Cakes, Bagels, Coffee
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Worth ordering: #5 Cake
Italian Pizza, Vegan Menu
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The vibe: good for dates
Falafel Wraps, Vegan
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The vibe: good for groups
Vegan Salads, Quiche & Cakes
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Worth ordering: #4 Cake
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Caribbean, Fried Jackfruit
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The vibe: good for groups
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Falafel Pitta, Fully Vegan
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Vegan Döner, Burgers, Fries
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The vibe: good for groups
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Japanese Ramen, Vegan Menu
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Worth ordering: #1 Ramen
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Vegan Celebration Cakes, Wedding Cakes
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Worth ordering: #1 Cake
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Egyptian Falafel Pitta, Fully Vegan
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Worth ordering: #5 Falafel
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Vegan Sandwiches, Pastries
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The vibe: good for groups
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Caribbean-Italian, Vegan Croffles
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The vibe: good for dates
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Chinese Dim Sum, Fully Vegan
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The vibe: good for dates
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Indian Soul Food, Vegan Thali
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The vibe: good for groups
3 signature dishes
What London cooks best
The dishes London's reviews name most and praise hardest, each ranked by how reviewers rate the vegan version.
signature #1
Best pastel de nata in London
Portuguese Natas, Vegan Tarts
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Worth ordering: #1 Pastel de nata
Portuguese Nata, Vegan Versions
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Worth ordering: #2 Pastel de nata
Portuguese Tarts, Vegan Natas
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Worth ordering: #3 Pastel de nata
Portuguese Tarts, Vegan Natas
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Worth ordering: #4 Pastel de nata
Sourdough, Vegan Pastel de Nata
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Worth ordering: #5 Pastel de nata
signature #2
Best dosa in London
South Indian Dosas, Vegan Menu
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Worth ordering: #1 Dosa
South Indian Dosa, Vegan Menu
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Worth ordering: #2 Dosa
Indian Dosa, Vegan Chaat
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Worth ordering: #3 Dosa
South Indian Dosa, Vegan Thali
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Worth ordering: #4 Dosa
South Indian Dosas, Vegan Dishes
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Worth ordering: #5 Dosa
signature #3
Best full english breakfast in London
Cafe, Vegan Breakfast, Cakes
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Worth ordering: #1 Full english breakfast
Vegan Full English, Tofu Katsu
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Worth ordering: #2 Full english breakfast
Vegan Toasties, Full English
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Worth ordering: #3 Full english breakfast
English Breakfast, Vegan Brunch
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Worth ordering: #4 Full english breakfast
British Cafe, Vegan Full English
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Worth ordering: #5 Full english breakfast
Vegan & omni
2 lists Fully vegan · Omni standouts
10 places
Fully vegan in London
Surplus-Food Cafe, Vegan Ice Cream
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The vibe: good for families
- Number 2. The Coven of Wiches Listed above as essential 01
- Number 3. Tofu Vegan Golders Green Listed above as essential 14
- Number 4. Amrutha Listed above as essential 15
10 places
Omni standouts in London
- Number 1. Next Door Baker by Kegarmo Listed above as essential 02
- Number 2. Falafel Zaki Zaki Listed above as essential 04
- Number 3. FANZY Pizza & Burger Listed above as essential 03
Pub Classics, Vegan Pie & Mash
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The vibe: good for dates
By occasion
12 lists Breakfast spots · Lunch & brunch · Dinner destinations · Worth the occasion · Hidden gems · Coffee masters · Sweet treats · Cozy hideaways · Work-friendly cafes · Group night out · Budget eats · Family friendly
8 places
Breakfast spots in London
- Number 1. Next Door Baker by Kegarmo Listed above as essential 02
Vegan Café, Breakfast Muffins
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Worth ordering: #4 Coffee
Brunch, Vegan Tofu Scramble
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The vibe: good for groups
Vegan Pastries, Pizza & Roasts
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The vibe: good for families
8 places
Lunch & brunch in London
- Number 1. The Coven of Wiches Listed above as essential 01
- Number 2. Rons Coffee House Listed above as breakfast spots 02
- Number 3. FANZY Pizza & Burger Listed above as essential 03
International Plates, Vegan Menu
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The vibe: good for dates
8 places
Dinner destinations in London
Mushroom Plates, Vegan Brunch
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The vibe: good for dates
Eritrean Injera, Fully Vegan
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The vibe: good for dates
Indian, Vegan Curry & Jackfruit
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The vibe: good for dates
Lebanese Mezze, Vegan Selection
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The vibe: good for dates
6 places
Worth the occasion in London
Seasonal British, Vegan Set Menu
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The vibe: good for dates
Lebanese Mezze, Vegan Menu
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The vibe: good for dates
Vegan British-Fusion, Burgers
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The vibe: good for dates
Japanese Tapas, Vegan Ramen
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The vibe: good for dates
10 places
Coffee masters in London
- Number 1. The Broca Listed above as essential 12
- Number 2. Ethical Bean Company Coffee Shop Listed above as full english breakfast 01
- Number 3. Rons Coffee House Listed above as breakfast spots 02
- Number 4. Comewell's Listed above as essential 13
10 places
Sweet treats in London
Vegan Ice Cream, Weekly Flavors
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Worth ordering: #1 Ice cream
Ice Cream, Vegan Biscoff & Brownie
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Worth ordering: #2 Ice cream
Vegan GF Cookies, Ice Cream
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Worth ordering: #1 Cookie
Vegan Cookies, GF Cakes
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8 places
Cozy hideaways in London
Vegan Toasties, Pastries, Mac & Cheese
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The vibe: good for groups
- Number 2. Keren View Listed above as dinner destinations 02
- Number 3. Naifs Listed above as worth the occasion 01
- Number 4. Love Shack Listed above as dinner destinations 01
8 places
Work-friendly cafes in London
- Number 1. Comewell's Listed above as essential 13
- Number 2. Jungle Electric Listed above as cozy hideaways 01
Coffee, Vegan Pastries, Oat Milk
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The vibe: good for work & study
Brunch, Vegan Bakes, Fully Vegan
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The vibe: good for groups
10 places
Group night out in London
- Number 1. Jungle Electric Listed above as cozy hideaways 01
Latin Cafe, Vegan Empanadas
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The vibe: good for groups
- Number 3. Naifs Listed above as worth the occasion 01
Indian Street Food, Vegan Menu
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The vibe: good for groups
10 places
Budget eats in London
Persian Mezze, Vegan Feasts
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The vibe: good for groups
Indian Thali, Vegan Dosas
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The vibe: good for groups
- Number 3. FANZY Pizza & Burger Listed above as essential 03
- Number 4. Pockets Listed above as essential 07
8 places
Family friendly in London
Vegan Brunch, Garlic Pancakes
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The vibe: good for dates
Ethiopian Stews, Vegan Platters
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The vibe: good for groups
- Number 3. Hakata Listed above as essential 09
- Number 4. Vegan Garden London Listed above as essential 05
By dish
10 lists Best pizza · Best falafel · Best coffee · Best cake · Best pastry · Best ice cream · Best cookie · Best ramen · Best burger · Best donut
69 places
Best pizza in London
Pizza, Vegan Options Unclear
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Worth ordering: #1 Pizza
Pizza, Vegan Cheese
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Worth ordering: #2 Pizza
Sourdough Pizza, Fully Vegan
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Worth ordering: #3 Pizza
Pizza, Vegan Pies & Sides
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Worth ordering: #4 Pizza
40 places
Best falafel in London
Palestinian Falafel, Vegan Wraps
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Worth ordering: #1 Falafel
Falafel Pitas, Vegan Aubergine
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Worth ordering: #2 Falafel
Falafel Wrap, Vegan Box
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Worth ordering: #3 Falafel
Falafel Wraps, Fresh Vegan Falafel
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Worth ordering: #4 Falafel
41 places
Best coffee in London
Coffee, Vegan Pastries, Toasties
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Worth ordering: #1 Coffee
Cafe, Vegan Breakfast, Burgers
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Worth ordering: #2 Coffee
Matcha, Oat Milk Drinks
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Worth ordering: #3 Coffee
- Number 4. Rons Coffee House Listed above as breakfast spots 02
22 places
Best cake in London
- Number 1. Heart of Cake Listed above as essential 10
Vegan Cakes, Custom Cupcakes
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Worth ordering: #2 Cake
Vegan Cakes, Brownies & Cookies
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Worth ordering: #3 Cake
- Number 4. Vegan Garden London Listed above as essential 05
32 places
Best pastry in London
Vegan Pastries, Housemade Butter
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Worth ordering: #1 Pastry
Coffee, Vegan Pastries
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Worth ordering: #2 Pastry
Italian Pastries, Fully Vegan
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Worth ordering: #3 Pastry
Sandwiches, Vegan Croissants
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Worth ordering: #4 Pastry
27 places
Best ice cream in London
- Number 1. Marcelo's Ice Cream Listed above as sweet treats 01
- Number 2. Udderlicious Covent Garden Listed above as sweet treats 02
Gelato, Vegan Flavours, Coconut
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Worth ordering: #3 Ice cream
Gelato, Vegan Sorbets
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Worth ordering: #4 Ice cream
22 places
Best cookie in London
- Number 1. The After School Cookie Club Listed above as sweet treats 03
Vegan Cookies, Ice Cream
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Worth ordering: #2 Cookie
Cookies, Vegan Soft Serve
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Worth ordering: #3 Cookie
Vegan Cookies, Dough & Soft Serve
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Worth ordering: #4 Cookie
19 places
Best ramen in London
- Number 1. Hakata Listed above as essential 09
Japanese Ramen, Vegan Menu
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Worth ordering: #2 Ramen
Japanese Ramen, Vegan Bowls
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Worth ordering: #3 Ramen
Japanese Ramen, Vegan Ramen
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Worth ordering: #4 Ramen
31 places
Best burger in London
Vegan Lentil Burgers, Hot Dogs
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Worth ordering: #1 Burger
Burgers, Plant-Based Options
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Worth ordering: #2 Burger
Plant Burger, Vegan Mayo
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Worth ordering: #3 Burger
Vegan BBQ, Hogless Burgers, Tater Tots
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Worth ordering: #4 Burger
24 places
Best donut in London
Vegan, Gluten-Free Doughnuts
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Worth ordering: #1 Donut
Doughnuts, Vegan Selection
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Worth ordering: #2 Donut
Vegan Doughnuts, Biscoff
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Worth ordering: #3 Donut
Gourmet Donuts, Vegan Variety
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Worth ordering: #4 Donut
By cuisine
3 lists British · Italian · Indian
10 places
British in London
- Number 1. Rons Coffee House Listed above as breakfast spots 02
- Number 2. Love Shack Listed above as dinner destinations 01
- Number 3. The Coven of Wiches Listed above as essential 01
- Number 4. Naifs Listed above as worth the occasion 01
10 places
Italian in London
- Number 1. Comewell's Listed above as essential 13
Vegan Pizza, Sunday Roast
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The vibe: good for groups
- Number 3. Deserted Cactus Listed above as essential 06
- Number 4. FANZY Pizza & Burger Listed above as essential 03
10 places
Indian in London
- Number 1. Amrutha Listed above as essential 15
Indian Fusion, Vegan Sharing Menu
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The vibe: good for groups
Indian-Turkish, Vegan Thali, Curry
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The vibe: good for dates
- Number 4. Dishoom Permit Room Portobello Listed above as dinner destinations 03
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Questions about eating vegan in London
Are there vegan restaurants in London?
Yes — London has 3,576 vegan-ready venues. The top-ranked are The Coven of Wiches, Next Door Baker by Kegarmo, FANZY Pizza & Burger. Spinach ranks them on overall rating, signature dish strength, and reviewer praise for the food.
Is London good for vegans?
London scores 94.9/100 on the Spinach vegan city index. The city has 520 vegan-friendly venues and 737 high-quality restaurants out of 3,576 analyzed.
How many vegan restaurants are in London?
London has 219 fully vegan restaurants and 186 vegetarian restaurants. 520 venues score B or higher on the Vegan Friendliness grade.
What dishes is London known for?
London's top signature dishes for vegans are pastel de nata, dosa, full english breakfast, and the city also does ice cream and pizza well. Signature dishes are ranked by how the city's venues score against the other 157 cities we track.
What are the best cuisines for vegans in London?
The vegan scene in London leans Asian, British, Italian. British is particularly strong, with 10 venues serving quality plant-based options.
What's the best vegan restaurant in London?
The Coven of Wiches is ranked #1 in London by the Spinach Essentials algorithm, which weights rating, signature dish performance, and reviewer praise. See all 15 Essentials for the full ranking.
How does Spinach rank these venues?
Spinach ranks vegan venues by formula: a composite of Google Maps rating, the Spinach Rating (Wilson-confidence scored), dish-quality Wilson scores from extracted review signals, and city-specific signature dish strength. Essentials add a tier weighting; category lists add their own mood/occasion weights. No pay-to-play.
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The last refresh is stamped at the foot of this page. Rankings come from public reviews on Google Maps and HappyCow, read by Spinach's own analysis. We never republish the reviews themselves.