Whether you have fully immersed yourself in Veganuary this January or not, there is no denying the benefits of living a Vegan lifestyle. veganism and the health-orientated, sustainable, cruelty-free culture that comes with it is still on a steady and unwavering rise. With this, London has welcomed an abundance of innovative, experimental and delicious vegan restaurants that have sprouted up all over the city, beckoning epicureans of all tastes to discover their nutritional delights, not only in January, but all year round.

Here’s our guide to 15 of the Best Vegan Restaurants in London that we’ll be visiting way beyond Veganuary.

Stem and Glory (stemandglory.uk)

With sustainability underpinning all of their business decisions and worldwide flavours inspiring all of their dishes, you are sure to feel nourished after a trip to Stem and Glory in Barbican. With a slick Danish style interior, try dishes bursting with flavour; from East Asian Kimchi pancakes to spicy Moroccan tagines and Sri Lanken curries. Glance over their gorgeous dairy-free dessert menu if you are craving something sweet, such as their gluten-free cashew, vanilla and raspberry cheesecake with berry compote.

Neat Burger (neat-burger.com)

‘Serving up plant-based burgers that are changing the world one bite at a time’ Neat Burger’s collection of Instagrammable outlets with their baby pink and botanical leaf print walls can be found popping up in all of London’s hotspots. With classics such as the ‘Big Stack Burger’, ‘Chick’n nuggets, hot dog and Filet-No-Fish Neat Burger is steadily becoming the plant-based answer to fast-food chains and is sure to be your vegan quick-fix to any junk food cravings.

Om Nom (omnom.com)

‘Enlightened eating with an ethical touch,’ Om Nom, in Islington, not only serves up unique plant-based, gourmet style, eastern dishes, but also specialises in yoga, wisdom and mindfulness. Feed both your mind and body by attending one of their yoga classes and Om Nom will donate money to feeding a child a hot, healthy nutritionally balanced meal in the developing world. 

The Fields Beneath (thefieldsbeneath.com)

An absolutely stand-out choice for a brilliant vegan breakfast that is sure to gear you up for any big day or help you recover from any big night, The Fields Beneath can be found in Kentish Town. A charming venue complete with leafy green plants and bare industrial chic, choose from favourites such as pain-au-chocolats baked in house and breakfast baps filled with potato hash brown, tofu egg and mushroom bacon, with a dash of spicy tomato sauce and chilli relish. Wine lovers can be satisfied too, with natural wine tasting sessions taking place every fortnight.

Flower Burger (flowerburger.co.uk)

Embracing a classic fast-food outlet interior combined with a slick trendiness ripe for an Instagram backdrop, Flower Burger comes complete with suspended swinging chairs and giant 60s style flower-power murals painted on the walls. It is not only the funky decor that is vibrantly aesthetic at this Charlotte Street gem, but the piece-de-resistance array of rainbow-coloured burgers that make up the menu. With a bright bun for every colour of the rainbow, choose your fillings from a selection of patties made from veggies such as mushroom, lentil, and chickpea. Add a delicious sauce, vegan cheese and crunchy salad bits. All burgers come with a side of either edamame, patatas buenas or savoury potatoes, and vegan desserts such as the ‘chocolate salami’ can round off your meal.

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Plant Hub (planthuborganic.com)

Exactly what the vegan world needed, Italian inspired Plant Hub near London Fields combines this world-famous cuisine intent on wholesome, heartwarming flavour with the goodness and nutrition of plant-based foods. Serving traditional favourites that any Italian would be proud of, allow Plant Hub to warm your soul and satisfy your appetite with their beautifully presented gnocchi, pasta, pizza and risotto. Sure not to miss out on what Italy does best, Plant Hub also has a selection of vegan cheeses that you can buy to take home. Rest assured that you won’t have any uncomfortable bloating after your meal either, everything is organic and gluten-free. 

Vetomeato (vetomeato.com)

Aiming to be ‘heavy on flavour and light on the planet’, Vetomeato can be found on New Oxford Street, serving up plant-based street food from around the world. Invoking the tastes and spirit of street-food that celebrates the best food ‘from the ground’, the idea behind Vetomeato is to challenge traditional perceptions of vegan food with their unique use of vegetables, herbs and spices. Serving far-flung flavours through inventive dishes and global classics, Vetomeato is sure to excite and satisfy your taste buds as well as going easy on your wallet. A core belief of theirs is that ‘food from the earth shouldn’t cost the earth.’

Kojo (kojo.co.uk)

Born out of a passion for nutrition via a plant-based diet, Hampstead based Kojo believe in creating authentic and naturally delicious meals that help support the health and well-being of everyone. With this philosophy at their core, Kojo has an eclectic menu full of Asian flavour with everything from teriyaki rice and classic ramen to nourishing acai fruit bowls and bom pancakes. You can relax knowing that your nutritional health is in good hands, behind Kojo is Nobu London’s chef Michael Paul, along with nutritional therapist Alina Gromova-Jones.

Farmacy (farmacylondon.com)

With stunning superior aesthetics, this Notting Hill oasis of tranquillity is a light, bright and airy space that spared nothing when it came to interiors and brand. Everything on Farmacy’s menu is plant-based and free from dairy, refined sugars, additives and chemicals – perfect for making you feel good from the inside out. What is unique about Farmacy’s nutritional takes on classic comfort food dishes, is that they are all made from ingredients either grown on their farm, or sourced from local, sustainable and environmentally conscious suppliers. The restaurant is a true supporter of local farming, and champions biodynamic sustainability.

Holy Carrot (holycarrot.co.uk)

Found at Urban Retreat in Knightsbridge, Holy Carrot has an exceptionally warm and inviting atmosphere which is reflected in not only their ethos but their ethically sourced seasonal menu. Almost too pretty to eat, highlights from the menu include ‘raw red pepper burrito’, ‘kohlrabi tartar’ and ‘crispy quinoa maki’. A selection of smoothies is also available in a variety of flavours alongside a choice of mocktails and cocktails, the drinks are also soon to be expanding with the addition of the new Holy Bar that opens on 4th February. Inspired by Mother Earth, their set of twelve new cocktails represent a tarot archetype, made without using any refined sugar or artificial colours – not to mention being mesmerizing to the eye.

Vantra Vegan (vantra.co.uk)

Leading the way since 1999 and riding the 1990’s and early millennium’s wave of veganism, Vantra Vegan has stuck to its beliefs and continued to deliver London with truly tasty, nutritional wholefoods. Based on Wardour Street, Vantra Vegan offers London a sanctuary to enjoy the compassionate path to true health via delectable dishes such as Lentil and Vegetable with Garam Masala and Chickpea and Vegetable Coconut Curry – a true experience to ignite your senses.

222 Vegan Cuisine (222vegan.com)

A firm Fulham favourite, 222 Vegan, is no newbie to the world of plant-based. First opening its doors in 2004, 222 Vegan has an extensive menu that is so perfected, it could only have been born through years of experience and passion for the cause. Highlights include Seitan Stroganoff with cashew cream and mushrooms served with organic brown rice, and their classic chocolate gateau dessert.Palm Greens (palmgreens.co.uk)

Hackney-based Palm Greens is sure to have you feeling refreshed and zen as soon as you walk into its tranquilly designed, airy space which has been dressed with serenely dark colours, tones and textures that perfectly represent its earthy attitude to food and produce. Serving ‘fast food’ salads and snacks created to fit in with the pace of the city, Palm Greens menu changes with the seasons and currently includes delights such as the ‘Miso Mushroom’ consisting of black lentils, warm roast portobello and onion beetroot, kale, hazelnut with a miso maple vinaigrette and a dollop of tahini. 

Mildred’s (mildreds.co.uk)

With six different locations across London, each with their own unique style and personality,  Mildred’s has been around for over 30 years. Claiming to seduce even the most committed of carnivores, Mildred’s menu is full of fresh, colourful food that’s vibrant and packed with flavour. Embrace the lively atmosphere and treat yourself to a weekend brunch of scrambled clean bean tofu, chopped salad, smoky aubergine, feta, hummus, apricot harissa, topped off with a Bloody Mary or mimosa!

Gauthier Soho (gauthiersoho.co.uk)

Voted 9/10 by The Times and referred to as ‘terrific’ by The New York Times, Gauthier is the ultimate fine dining experience of London’s vegan restaurants. Drawing on twenty-five years’ experience and a firm foundation in classical French gastronomy, chef Alexis Gauthier seeks to redefine the expectations of traditional ‘fine dining’, striving for his venture to be a luxury pinnacle of deliciousness and refinement, without using any animal produce. Choose from two set menus: a shorter version available at 5pm, and the full tasting menu available from 7.30pm.