Holy Carrot, the hottest restaurant in Knightsbridge, is proof positive that vegan cuisine can be just as stylish, delectable, and appealing as meals for meat eaters. Holy Carrot is housed in the lavish London townhouse owned by Urban Retreat, and its interiors are just as beautiful as its food. Consider eggshell blue walls, mid-century modern wooden chairs, and sculptural displays of dried flowers fit for any exquisite wedding.

The flavors of America (a BBQ mushroom patty and handmade "cheese" sauce), Japan (parsnip root risotto with Koji miso butter), and the magnificent British countryside (asparagus in black garlic mayo) are all combined in a menu of thoughtful plant-based small and large dishes. After a delicious vegan voyage that includes kohlrabi tartar served in, you guessed it, hollowed-out kohlrabi, sip a drink with Holy Carrot-embossed ice. If unexpectedly wonderful vegan takes on traditional dishes aren't your thing, try the chips, which are some of the tastiest guests have had in a long time.

Detailed Information:
Address: 2-4 Hans Cres, London
Phone number: +44 203 897 0404
Website: https://www.holycarrot.co.uk/
Open hours: Mon-Sat 12 pm-10 pm, Sun 11 am-5 pm

If you have a big appetite, Bubala is the one for you. A vegetarian and vegan menu is available at this Middle Eastern restaurant, which was launched in October 2019 by Marc Summers and Helen Graham. "If you enjoy vivid Mediterranean meals, Bubala will be your East End sweetheart", the Guardian reviewer Jay Rayner recently remarked about Bubala.

You'll be in good hands with menus named "Bubala Knows Best" because head chef Graham is a skilled professional. Vegan delicacies include laffa bread, beetroot borani (with pomegranate molasses and dill), the most delectable oyster mushroom skewers (coated in tamar, coriander seed, and maple), excellent fried aubergine in zhoug and date syrup, and several other plates.

Detailed Information:
Address:

• 65 Commercial St, London
• 15 Poland St, London

Phone number: +44 207 392 2111

Website: https://bubala.co.uk/

Open hours: Mon-Sat 12 pm-3 pm, Sun 12 am-4 pm

On Cathedral Street, the company behind Soho's Mildreds has built Borough Market's first plant-based restaurant, surrounded by steakhouses, butchers, and vendors selling slow-roasted pig sandwiches. Mallow's staff produced low-waste, seasonally appropriate cuisine that was a reflection of its origins. The restaurant was named after a plant that is not only fully edible but also blooms in the summer. With a typical London brunch menu (avo toast, full English, pancakes) on weekends and creative takes on classic cocktails, Indian influences, Middle Eastern ingredients, and Japanese cuisine come together under the theme of color and innovation (charred grapefruit Negronis are a best-seller).

The tongue-tingling market Martini, prepared with Sapling vodka, which plants a tree for every bottle sold, and the comforting spiced thali, made with veggies hand-picked in the market, are just two examples of how Mallow's location influences the menu. Mallow promotes conscientious eating from its suppliers to its small plates and has changed tourists' perceptions of what it means to "eat out to help out": even the leftover food at Mallow is donated to local charities and food banks through Plan Zheroes.

Detailed Information:

Address: 1 Cathedral Street, London

Phone number: +44 207 846 8785

Website: https://mallowlondon.com/

Open hours: weekdays: 8:30 am-11 pm, Sat: 9 am – 11 pm, Sun: 9 am – 10 pm

Itadaki Zen is a local restaurant with a lively, student-heavy environment. It was the first vegan Japanese restaurant in Europe and debuted in King's Cross 12 years ago. Since then, it has become a favorite for casual, simple, and healthful meals, especially for nearby Central Saint Martin's undergraduates who receive a 10% discount. Favored for its straightforward design and cozy tables for two (pushed together for parties over sake), it's also quite affordable.

Even the most seasoned vegan veterans may now experiment with surprising alternatives and amazing textures thanks to the menu's recent leaning and emphasis on sharing meals in the form of tapas, such as bite-sized "calamari" made from chewy king oyster mushrooms. However, tempura, which is magically incorporated into the fluffy, sushi rolls and crispy, greaseless batter, is the star element in every dish. When you rotate your chopsticks between plump, slightly smokey miso aubergine, aromatic Japanese curry, and Roku and yuzu-based cocktails, flavors are on the delicate side so as not to vie for your attention. Don't miss the opportunity to try the passion fruit mochi ice cream; you'll be asked to wait three minutes so that it can reportedly soften.

Detailed Information:
Address: 139 King's Cross Road, London
Phone number: +44 207 278 3573
Website: https://www.itadakizen-uk.com/
Open hour: Tues-Sat 12 pm-10 pm

Even vegans have their moments when they don't want to discuss their lifestyle, you know? Therefore, visiting a place that doesn't scream and shout about being plant-based is always pleasant. One of the places is Lele's. While there are other lovely, cozy coffee shops in Hackney, Lele's stands out a little more thanks to its delicious meals. The limited daytime menu features several well-known dishes (soups, salads, sandwiches, avocado, or scrambled tofu on sourdough bread), but they are prepared with a little more attention than you're usually used to. Therefore, it should come as absolutely no surprise that Lele's is a very well-liked location for weekend brunch.

If you're lucky enough to get a table, the full English breakfast is a given, but you'll be encouraged to devour some form of pancake, whether it's the sweet or savory variety, which comes with strawberries, bananas, almonds, and other less nutritious ingredients. But thanks to its nighttime menu of small plates and major courses, Lele's provides more than just fantastic café classics. Here, things become even more international, largely as a result of a number of dishes that pay homage to Valentina, the founder of Lele, and her Italian heritage, including caponata, carbonara with tofu pancetta, and pasta topped with luscious pistachios harvested from the foot of Sicily's Mount Etna.

Detailed Information:
Address: 50 Lower Clapton Road, London
Phone number: +44 347 456 3563
Website: https://www.leleslondon.com/
Open hours: Daily 9 am-2 pm

It's sometimes simple to forget the real motivations behind veganism among all the oat milk lattes, vats of mac and cheese, non-dairy cheese, and Instagram-breaking burgers. A good reminder is Black Cat. Without ever becoming preachy, this long-running independent café is pleased to speak up about its ethics and fundamentals of it. And don't assume that means that only staunch vegans will be accepted; just the contrary, Black Cat is eager to demonstrate to non-vegans how convenient and delectable meals free of animal products can be. It's a strategy that seems to be succeeding, as seen by the steady inflow of locals giving the area a revitalizing neighborhood-focused ambiance.

The menu offers daily specials in addition to typical items like sandwiches, salads, soups, sweets, and hearty breakfast selections (the chickpea flour pancake with roasted veggies is a great hit here, and the curry with rotating pulses and seasonal ingredients is reliably good). In this welcoming, enthusiastic vegan café, everything is reasonably priced, the portions are large, and the food is prepared freshly.

Detailed Information:
Address: 76A Clarence Rd, London
Phone number: +44 208 985 7091
Website: http://blackcatcafe.co.uk/
Open hours: Mon, Thurs, Fri: 11:30 am-4 pm, Sun: 10 am-4 pm

According to Mildreds' website, the original Soho location of this meatless classic started back in 1988, "when Soho was still edgy", and after being in business for more than 30 years, it is still going strong. The company hasn't been hesitant to adapt, and it now has four locations throughout London. Not just the food has been updated; all four of Mildred's locations now have a fully modern appearance and feel. Due to its history, it may be a tourist check-box activity for some, but that shouldn't deter more affluent customers.

Aside from remaining vegetarian-vegan, it has also significantly improved its plant-based cuisine over the past few years to the point where the few non-vegan dishes are now designated as the exceptions on the menu, although still being vegetarian-vegan. Along with offering Mildreds' renowned burgers, those menus have been made vegan and more international, featuring strong flavors from the Middle East, South and Central America, and Asia. Even if those burgers are well-known, the tastiest food these days can often be found in the sides and starters. For example, the heirloom carrots with hazelnut dukkah and tahini dish are bursting with flavor, as are the tamarind aubergine and tender stem broccoli with lemon miso.

Detailed Information:
Address: 45 Lexington Street, London
Phone number: +44 207 494 1634
Website: https://www.mildreds.co.uk/
Open hours: Daily 9 am-11 pm

While it takes some time for the general public to adopt vegan food, vegan food that attempts to resemble animal products is a whole different kettle of fish. With future locations planned for Portobello Road and Fulham, Comptoir V makes it seem simple with its menu, which balances Middle Eastern influences with innovative recipes. It is conveniently located near Kensal Rise station. Sa'eed Kazmi, the restaurant's proprietor, frequently changes locations, but if you can't catch him at the register, the friendly waitstaff is more than familiar with the menu. There are many gluten-free options available as well as vegan lagers and tropical drinks that will be popular in the summer when the outdoor seating is at its best.

A unique starter consisting of potato starch, pea protein, and chickpea flour was the boat of dynamite shrimp. Although the ingredient list isn't particularly glamorous, the texture of the meaty curls with sesame tops is shockingly shrimp-like, and you'll want to lick the sriracha and agave sauce off your fingers when it arrives. The "hummus beiruty", the Marmite of herbs, is created with a lot of coriander and pairs well with falafel. There is no need for additional fries with the main course because the Kofta "meatballs" are served to steam in a traditional clay tagine. The "jerk" burger and battered mushroom "ribs" are served with garlicky greens and a decadent barbecue sauce.

Detailed Information:

Address:

• 1 Kerslake Mansions, 12 Station Terrace, London
• 226 North end road, London

Phone number: +44 203 092 0047

Website: https://www.comptoirv.co.uk/

Open hours: Mon-Sat 11 am-4 pm

The plant-based burger can be challenging to perfect. Deep-seated memories of soggy festival beanburgers exist. At all costs, avoid clunky writing. Although Vurger may sound like something the Vogons from The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy would eat, it is a brand-new vegan restaurant in Shoreditch that isn't claggy. The restaurant is founded by Rachel Hugh and Neil Potts, who learned about the new wave of vegan eateries in America while taking a wellness-focused road trip through California. They then set out to try every plant-based burger in London, New York, and LA while speaking with the owners of Dirt Candy NYC, GBK, and Vanilla Black along the way.

Vurger, located in a new build across from the Rich Mix, became the first crowd-funded vegan restaurant in London after appearing around town and at various festivals. It is a cheerful café with white-painted brick walls, neon signs, wooden tables, and a cuisine that emphasizes pure veggies while avoiding any imitation meat. The Classic (black beans, pepper, and corn) is the most well-known of the four burger varieties, but many visitors thought the Auburger was better (aubergine, with the fermented tang from gherkins and cabbage). The mac'n cheese, on the other hand, has a cozy gloop to it. There is plenty of earthy flavors throughout, and the mac'n'cheese has a cozy gloop to it.

Detailed Information:
Address:

• Unit 9, Avant Garde Building, Cygnet Street, London
• Unit 30, Fairways Business Park Lammas Road, London

Phone number: +44 203 222 0049

Website: https://www.thevurgerco.com/

Open hours: Daily 12 am-9 pm

This visually appealing establishment, which practically smells of chlorophyll, is owned by Camilla Fayed and was inspired by her visits to vegan restaurants in LA and New York. Farmacy features naked wood, bamboo, and hanging plants that are arranged in a way that doesn't immediately evoke a student apartment from the 1970s. The staff is really welcoming. In 2016, the restaurant in Notting Hill first debuted. Its extensive menu is full of genuinely delectable and healthful fresh food delivered in a lovely environment.

While there are a few eggs at breakfast, it's simple to navigate a dairy-free path through the menus, which range from mushroom tacos or pad thai for supper to sprouted buckwheat granola and house-made almond milk for the morning. Highlights included the Got No Beef burger and the artichoke pizzetta, which was a crisp slice of bread with macadamia herb "cheese" (mushroom, walnut, and beetroot, with goji berry ketchup and beetroot-pickled onions). The Earth Bowls' vibrant, crunchy swirls are most effective during lunch. There is a respectable wine list, as well as some decent drinks, such as a zingy Matcha Caipiroska or an Espresso Martini with vanilla vodka (vodka, matcha, apple, lemon, and ginger). Additionally, Farmacy offers a wholly vegan high tea that includes a hemp-leaf brew and inventive takes on traditional afternoon tea fare like smoked tofu and truffle sandwiches, poppy seed scones, and pumpkin cake with chocolate ganache.

Detailed Information:
Address: 74 Westbourne Grove, London
Phone number: +44 207 221 0705
Website: https://farmacylondon.com/
Open hours: Daily 12 am-10 pm