The best vegan restaurants in Covent Garden

Get your xiaolongbao dumpling fix at Din Tai Fung in Covent Garden, known for its perfect handmade dumplings and plant-based options like bao buns and wontons. This Taiwanese restaurant has become a global favourite, serving a variety of Chinese specialities in a stylish space. What began as a side venture by a Taiwanese oil seller has grown into a culinary empire with over 150 restaurants across Asia and beyond.

Big Mamma brings Italian dining to Covent Garden with Ave Mario, one of its four restaurants in London. The group is mostly known for its elaborate decor, and Instagrammable takes on Italian classics, like the giant lemon meringue pie and the pasta served in a giant wheel of pecorino cheese. The restaurant comprises three rooms and spacious terraces, setting the scene for a lovely meal. Enjoy pizza, pasta, and a range of vegan dishes here. 

Dishoom in Covent Garden serves a curated menu of Bombay-inspired comfort food, including a dedicated vegan selection. Highlights include the vegan sausage breakfast naan and the vegan bombay breakfast with mushrooms, masala beans, tofu akuri, and more. There are a range of popular drinks available, like the oat milk chai, as well as small plates, salads, and puddings.

Mildreds is a long-standing vegetarian and vegan favourite in Covent Garden, serving a menu packed with dishes like curries and burgers. They have a commitment to seasonal and organic produce, and all dishes are plant-based, though not all ingredients are listed on the menu. The atmosphere is warm and welcoming, and the service is always friendly. They have expanded beyond the Covent Garden spot with restaurants in Soho, Camden Town, Kings Cross, Dalston and Victoria.

Sagar has multiple locations across London that specialise in Udupi-inspired South Indian vegetarian and vegan cuisine. The menu offers a variety of curries, authentic thalis, lentil pizzas, freshly made breads, and the iconic masala dosa as an all-time favourite. Enjoy your meal with a selection of vegetarian-friendly beverages, including wines. 

Vantra is proof that a vegan lifestyle can be nourishing and sustainable without sacrificing flavour. At its Wardour Street restaurant, you can feast on plant-based dishes designed to promote well-being and sustainability. The ingredients used here are raw, fermented, and steamed to really focus on nutrients. Vantra also caters to various dietary preferences, including ayurvedic, macrobiotic, vegan, organic, and raw diets.

The Covent Garden location of Vivek Singh's Cinnamon Collection serves a mix of traditional and modern Indian dishes, including plant-based options. The menu features popular street food chaat snacks like samosas and larger plates like their acclaimed shepherd's pie. The cocktail list is curated by renowned mixologist Mr Lyan.

The Ivy Market Grill in the heart of Covent Garden serves a tempting selection of vegan dishes in a chic, glamorous setting. There's a spacious terrace, an elegant bar, and stunning interiors to set the scene for a memorable meal. It's known for its sophisticated twist on British and Mediterranean favourites, including a range of vegan, vegetarian and gluten-free options.

Morelli's has been making fresh ice cream every single day since 1907, a tradition that began in Scotland with Giuseppe and his son Mario. In 1932, Mario went on to open the first Morelli's Gelato in England, on the seafront at Broadstairs. Today, you can enjoy a variety of vegan-friendly options and refreshing sorbets at their Covent Garden location in the market building.

SUSHISAMBA in Covent Garden is one of the fancier restaurants in the area, serving a range of delicious Japanese dishes, including ample plant-based options. The vegan menu features starters like edamame and plantain chips alongside vegetarian nigiri, maki, and sides such as corn and tenderstem broccoli. This is one to bookmark for a special occasion.

This retro-inspired Italian restaurant serves various vegan dishes alongside traditional Italian favourites. The menu is an ode to Italy's rich regional diversity, crafted by Head Chef Filippo Bellani, who creates dishes using fresh, sustainable ingredients focusing on zero-food waste. It's the perfect spot to explore plant-based Italian cuisine in Covent Garden.

The Breakfast Club in Covent Garden serves an eclectic menu for vegan diners at breakfast, brunch, and dinner. The dedicated vegan and vegetarian menu features plant-based alternatives to classic favourites like scrambled tofu, vegan bacon, sausage, and chorizo, as well as fluffy stacks of pancakes and club classics.

Homeslice in Neal's Yard serves a range of pizzas featuring both classics and more inventive, modern combinations. The simple menu includes whole pizzas, slices, beer, and wine. Enjoy favourites like margherita, spicy nduja, chorizo, and mushroom and ricotta, all available with vegan alternatives.

Yole is the ultimate spot to enjoy 100% vegan ice cream. It's located on New Row and serves a wide range of plant-based frozen treats made with oat milk. It's known for offering healthier sweet alternatives with lower fats, sugars, and sustainable ingredients, making it the perfect spot for a more nutritional sweet treat.