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The best vegan restaurants in Shoreditch

Daniel Sheppard, Content Writer UK, Thatsup Daniel Sheppard, Content Writer UK, Thatsup
Daniel Sheppard

Shoreditch is known around London as a hub for creativity, culture, and cutting-edge culinary innovation, making it a prime destination for plant-based dining of all sorts. Whether you're a committed vegan, interested in exploring a more sustainable diet, aiming to cut down on your animal protein a bit, or just craving a delicious meal, the area is packed with options. From innovative takes on classic comfort food to authentic plant-based versions of global flavours, our guide highlights the best vegan restaurants in Shoreditch.

  1. Where to eat vegan food in Shoreditch
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      Vegan Yes All about that kimchi
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      City Spice First vegan menu in Brick Lane
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      Oliveira Kitchen 95% plant-based
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      Bubala A vegan favourite in Shoreditch
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      Plates One of the hottest spots in town
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      King Cookdaily Premium vegan takeaway in Shoreditch
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      Dauns The first vegan Scandi café in the UK
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      MukBap Plant-based Korean gem
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      Galvin La Chapelle Michelin-starred vegan tasting menu
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      Tofu Vegan Explore vegan Chinese cuisine
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      Som Saa Vegan sharing feasts via Thailand
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      What The Pitta The ultimate kebab shop for vegans
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      Sen Viet Vegan Restaurant Vegan food the Vietnamese way

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Vegan Yes – Vegan restaurants in Shoreditch
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Vegan Yes – Vegan restaurants in Shoreditch
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Vegan Yes – Vegan restaurants in Shoreditch
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Vegan Yes – Vegan restaurants in Shoreditch
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Vegan Yes – Vegan restaurants in Shoreditch
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Vegan Yes – Vegan restaurants in Shoreditch
Vegan Yes

Vegan Yes

All about that kimchi

Vegan Yes offers a one-of-a-kind dining experience, blending Korean and Italian flavours into a plant-based, health-conscious menu. With dishes inspired by traditional medicine, homemade kimchi, and unique fusion creations like toppognochi and Neapolitan-style kimbap, every bite is both nourishing and innovative. Whether you're a kimchi lover or just curious to try something new, this cosy vegan restaurant in Shoreditch serves up bold flavours with a modern twist.

City Spice – Vegan restaurants in Shoreditch
City Spice
City Spice – Vegan restaurants in Shoreditch
City Spice
City Spice – Vegan restaurants in Shoreditch
City Spice
City Spice – Vegan restaurants in Shoreditch
City Spice
City Spice – Vegan restaurants in Shoreditch
City Spice
City Spice – Vegan restaurants in Shoreditch
City Spice
City Spice – Vegan restaurants in Shoreditch
City Spice
City Spice – Vegan restaurants in Shoreditch
City Spice

City Spice

First vegan menu in Brick Lane

City Spice is a highly acclaimed Indian and Bangladeshi restaurant, known as one of Brick Lane's top curry houses. With a traditional yet spacious setting, it offers a diverse menu featuring classic dishes alongside an exclusive vegan selection – the first of its kind in the area. Pair your meal with a well-chosen wine, including vegan-friendly options, and enjoy expertly prepared flavours in one of London's most famous curry hotspots.

Oliveira Kitchen Shoreditch – Vegan restaurants in Shoreditch
Oliveira Kitchen Shoreditch
Oliveira Kitchen Shoreditch – Vegan restaurants in Shoreditch
Oliveira Kitchen Shoreditch
Oliveira Kitchen Shoreditch – Vegan restaurants in Shoreditch
Oliveira Kitchen Shoreditch
Oliveira Kitchen Shoreditch – Vegan restaurants in Shoreditch
Oliveira Kitchen Shoreditch
Oliveira Kitchen Shoreditch – Vegan restaurants in Shoreditch
Oliveira Kitchen Shoreditch
Oliveira Kitchen Shoreditch – Vegan restaurants in Shoreditch
Oliveira Kitchen Shoreditch
Oliveira Kitchen Shoreditch – Vegan restaurants in Shoreditch
Oliveira Kitchen Shoreditch
Oliveira Kitchen Shoreditch – Vegan restaurants in Shoreditch
Oliveira Kitchen Shoreditch

Oliveira Kitchen

95% plant-based

Oliveira Kitchen offers an innovative plant-centric dining experience in Shoreditch, inspired by the founder's connection to nature and a commitment to sustainable eating. Using fresh, organic, and foraged ingredients, the restaurant reimagines global dishes like foie gras and calamari with creative twists. Set in a cosy, nature-inspired space, vegans can enjoy à la carte options, seasonal tasting menus, and organic wines for a truly unique culinary experience.

Bubala

A vegan favourite in Shoreditch

Bubala has been delighting Spitalfields with its vibrant Middle Eastern feasts for a good while now. This cosy, candlelit spot offers a tasting menu where beloved classics meet exciting new creations that keep stealing the show. Diners can savour dishes like halloumi drizzled with black seed honey, crispy falafel, and creamy labneh – all bursting with flavour and entirely meat-free. Most of the dishes at this Shoreditch restaurant are vegan, barring a few vegetarian exceptions.

Plates

One of the hottest spots in town

The sibling-run Plates is a plant-based Shoreditch restaurant that champions innovative and sustainable vegan cuisine. With just 25 seats and a cosy outdoor terrace, this intimate dining spot offers carefully crafted tasting menus designed to transform the way guests think about fruit, vegetables, and plants. The kitchen delivers bold, creative dishes with global influences, and the venue is regularly booked out months in advance.

King Cookdaily

Premium vegan takeaway in Shoreditch

King Cookdaily is a no-frills, counter-service spot that has earned a strong reputation for its bold and flavourful vegan dishes. Taking inspiration from Asian flavours, the eatery offers a carefully curated menu of wholesome plant-based bowls. Offering the ease of fast food with a focus on nutritious ingredients, it's an excellent choice for a quick and satisfying lunch. Though it's primarily a takeaway operation, a handful of window seats are available.

Dauns

The first vegan Scandi café in the UK

Inspired by Nordic cuisine, Dauns was the first fully vegan Scandinavian café to open in the UK. With a bright and modern atmosphere, it offers a regularly changing menu featuring plant-based twists on classics like meatballs or open sandwiches. You'll also find hearty vegan toasties made with locally sourced ingredients.

MukBap

Plant-based Korean gem

Vegan Shoreditch restaurant MukBap is a go-to spot for plant-based Korean cuisine in the area. Their menu features plant-based takes on classic dishes, from spicy “pork” and "beef" bibimbap to kimchi pancakes and japchae. With a snug, intimate setting and limited seating, they also provide a convenient takeaway option.

Galvin La Chapelle

Michelin-starred vegan tasting menu

Galvin La Chapelle has maintained its Michelin star for over a decade, showcasing its commitment to exceptional French cuisine. Blending seasonal ingredients with classic techniques, the restaurant effortlessly balances tradition and modern culinary trends. Vegan gourmands can enjoy a dedicated plant-based tasting menu with dishes like BBQ fondant celeriac or pumpkin risotto, served in the sophisticated setting of the acclaimed Shoreditch restaurant.

Tofu Vegan

Explore vegan Chinese cuisine

Tofu Vegan offers a fully plant-based Chinese menu crafted to delight vegans, vegetarians, and meat-eaters alike. Using tofu, mushrooms, and imitation meats, their dishes capture authentic flavours while honouring China's rich tradition of plant-based cuisine. With influences from various Chinese regions, the menu features an array of options, including various vegan dim sum.

Som Saa

Vegan sharing feasts via Thailand

Considered one of the best Thai restaurants in the city, Som Saa offers a minimalist setting to savour its bold regional Thai dishes. Vegan diners are welcomed to this converted fabric warehouse with a dedicated menu featuring plant-based takes on classic Thai dishes such as a mushroom stir-fry or a squash-based massaman curry. Groups of up to six people can also order a sharing menu for the entire table. 

What The Pitta

The ultimate kebab shop for vegans

Masters of vegan doner kebabs, this spot serves up soya-based 'meat' marinated in GMO-free spices, wrapped in a fluffy pitta with salad, hummus, tzatziki, and jalapeños. The menu offers a variety of options, from gyros to mezze boxes, catering to different tastes. They also provide carbon footprint calculations for each dish, helping diners make more eco-conscious choices.

Sen Viet Vegan Restaurant

Vegan food the Vietnamese way

Sen Viet brings the vibrant flavours of Vietnam to Kingsland Road with an entirely vegan menu. Offering a wide selection of traditional plant-based dishes, including a fixed lunch option, the vegan Shoreditch restaurant also serves authentic desserts and freshly made juices. Guests can expect a welcoming atmosphere paired with warm, friendly service.

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