The best vegan burgers in London

Backed by Lewis Hamilton and Leonardo DiCaprio, Neat is an award-winning and affordable fast food chain dishing up 100% vegan food. The food is ethical and free of allergens and preservatives. Diners can choose from various plant-based burgers plus sides, salads, and tempting desserts. The eateries are stylish and have a cool retro look.

Oowee Vegan has a colourful green exterior and a typical fast food eatery look, but the food is far from bog-standard – it's all 100% vegan. Burger fans can choose from a wide range of beef-, chicken-, and fish-style burgers, plus one made with a mushroom patty. The menu also includes wraps, loaded fries, and mac and cheese.

Well-established restaurant group Mildreds is an icon for plant-based dining in the capital. These breezy contemporary restaurants serve diverse menus of global dishes. The menus change frequently but they've long been known for their choice of vegan burgers, ranging from Korean fried chick'n to grilled sausages and sauerkraut, all piled high with tempting toppings.

Temple of Seitan brings a plant-based take on a chicken shop to London. There are multiple locations around the city that feel like a modern version of your typical fast-food restaurant. Chicken pieces and wraps made from seitan are available, but there are plenty of seitan burgers with big flavours to choose from. Quarter pounders are also available.

If you're hungry in Camden Market, VBurger is the place to go for your plant-based burger fix. This busy market stall is modern and informal, serving vegan burgers since 2017. A varied choice of burgers is the main focus, but other plant-based options like shawarma and a hot dog are served. Sides and shakes are available to complete your meal.

Head to Battersea to visit fun-loving pub Four Thieves. Have a drink, enjoy some food, or check out the arcade games and thrilling raceway here for original pub entertainment. Tasty pub favourites are available, including a vegan chorizo-style burger with dairy-free cheese and fresh toppings. A vegetarian jackfruit burger is also on the menu.

There are several burgers to choose from at Unity Diner, an East London eatery from plant-based activist Earthling Ed. This place serves cocktails and a changing food menu in a buzzy space with neon lights. Diners can try a veganised bacon double cheeseburger or original burgers made with mock chicken or lamb patties.

At 222 Vegan Cuisine, the food is fresh, healthy, and entirely plant-based. A diverse menu of globally-inspired dishes is available here, including a very green burger made from asparagus and petit pois. It's served on a gluten-free bun as standard for a truly inclusive meal. The restaurant is simple and homey with colourful wall art.

The Spread Eagle has the distinction of being London's first completely vegan pub. All of the food and drinks are plant-based, including beers and cocktails. This lively venue also cooks up seasonal food and strives for minimal waste. Expect pub faves, including two burgers – a classic Beyond patty or a Korean-style option made with mushrooms.

Contemporary pub The Britannia serves a wide choice of scotch and whiskey that pairs ideally with the hearty barbecue food on offer, courtesy of Smok'd. Naturally, it's a meat-heavy menu, but vegans aren't neglected. Several plant-based dishes are available, including a classic vegan burger and a changing vegan burger of the month showcasing vibrant and original flavours.

Down in Brixton you can enjoy a vegan meal at a social enterprise eatery, Café Van Gogh. This colourful and creative venue is a local favourite, providing employment opportunities for those with learning disabilities and mental health issues. You can also sample diverse plant-based recipes here, including a signature burger made with beetroot and chickpeas.

East London's Love Shack is a free-spirited and quirky spot set over three railway arches. It's a comfy venue for vegan and health-conscious food and drinks. A variety of international dishes are on the menu, including burgers – a chick'n with kimchi option or a classic cheeseburger. You can add fake bacon or an extra patty if you're super hungry.

Camden Diner offers a classic US diner experience in a low-lit venue with comfy booths. The burgers are especially popular and vegan guests aren't forgotten about. Chicken- and beef-style burgers are served, and you can add extra toppings and sides to make it your own. The menu also includes a plant-based hot dog and a vegan milkshake.

It's not too tough to find a branch of craft beer specialist Brewdog in London, known for their hearty food menus as much as for their signature beers. Burgers are a big part of the menu, including a pretty big selection of vegan options that are all served on beetroot brioche buns. The pubs themselves are modern and bustling.

Whether you want to indulge with vegan junk food or go for something a bit more health-conscious, Wulf & Lamb is the ideal destination. Food is served all day in a comfortable and contemporary environment. The varied global menu includes two different burgers – go for the classic option or one loaded up with truffles for pure indulgence.