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The 10 Best Vegetarian And Vegan Restaurants In Brighton, England

Ferris Wheel And Colorful Buildings, Brighton
Ferris Wheel And Colorful Buildings, Brighton | © Steven Swinnen / EyeEm

If you’re looking for a vegetarian venue in Brighton, you’re in luck. Not only will you find many restaurants offering vegetarian options but you’ll also find many restaurants which offer an entirely vegetarian menu. Many of the entries in our guide also provide vegan and gluten-free options (or even full menus); read on and discover Brighton’s best meat-free restaurants.

Terre à Terre

Terre a Terre famous vegetarian restaurant in east Street Brighton UK. Image shot 2011. Exact date unknown.
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Terre à Terre‘s proprietors believe that a vegetarian lifestyle should be about indulgence. Their menu titles are cheeky and intriguing, featuring dishes such as ‘I dream of arancini’, ‘rosti revisited’, and ‘how’s ya vada’. These pun-packed dishes are tasty and full of flavour.

Food for Friends

Food for Friends finds fresh combinations of flavours and ingredients to dispel the myth that the vegetarian options aren’t as interesting as regular choices. This former hippy haunt has an elegant yet laid-back feel.

Iydea

The bright Iydea here is to serve up healthy, affordable vegetarian food in a flash. Their meals might be plated quickly, but this is by no means a typical fast food experience. In a cafeteria-style setup, customers begin by choosing a dish from the display, then top it off with their choice of vegetables, salads, toppings, and sauces. The ever-changing menu offers a range of both classic dishes and seasonal experiments, so you’ll never run out of options. Iydea is perfect for the health-conscious individual rushing to make the most of their lunch break, but also welcomes any guests looking to stay for a more relaxed meal.

Gourmet Girls

Cafe, British, European, Coffee, Tea

Gourmet Girls is a pop-up installation run by Titbits Catering, a company which specialises in vegan and raw cuisine for all occasions. Every Friday at Fanny’s of Hanover, Titbits takes over and serves a fresh menu for their Gourmet Girls Restaurant Pop Up Nights. Menu items update frequently, so be sure to check their website for their latest themes. You’ll need to book ahead as their seating fills up quickly, and be sure to note that this venue is cash-only and BYOB (Bring Your Own Bottle).

Wai Kika Moo Kau

Restaurant, Vegetarian

Wai Kika Moo Kau
Courtesy of Wai Kika Moo Kau
Wai Kika Moo Kau is a standout spot for several reasons, but it’s their sheer friendliness that shines through most of all. Staff and patrons have a warm sense of humour, which gives the cafe a laid-back, genuine ambience. This welcoming atmosphere is busy with a bustling mix of customers, from students snacking between classes to workers dashing in on a quick lunch break. Wai Kika Moo Kau serves great food at great prices,.

Infinity Foods

Infinity Foods is a trendy café with ample seating in a light, airy, open space. Their upper floor displays regular exhibitions by local artists and printmakers, as well as a pleasant view of the streets below for people-watching while you eat. Billed as Brighton’s original organic vegetarian café, Infinity Foods serves a completely veggie menu and takes care to provide options for wheat, gluten, and sugar-free diets. They’re also the only café in Brighton with their own brand of organic products certified by the Soil Association. Infinity Foods has served the community in many forms over the past 44 years, and we have no doubt that they’ll continue to stand the test of time.

The Almond Tree

Cafe, British, European, Italian, Healthy, Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free, Coffee, Tea

The Almond Tree is an independent veggie cafe planted right in the centre of town. The owners make their own vegan cheeses, their own vegan (and gluten-free) cakes, and even their own hazelnut spread. For something more filling, try the exceptional spiced nut roast, served on Sundays with a selection of seasonal vegetables and a jug of tomato and basil sauce.

About the author

A freelance writer and student, Niall grew up in rural Co Tyrone and has since relocated to Belfast to study. Undertaking a BA in English and Creative Writing, he hangs around the library and the Seamus Heaney Centre For Poetry even when he doesn't strictly need to. His work has been published in newspapers, online, in anthologies, and he has won some small writing awards you're unlikely to have heard of. His likes include, music, film, pi?a coladas, and getting caught in the rain.

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