It can be tough finding a vegetarian restaurant in our city. However, between the burger and steak joints, there's a new breed of meat-free spots that have opened up. Ditch the bog-standard steamed veg and head to one of these venues for fresh food packed with flavour, from veggie breakfast to tantalising tacos. Read our list of the best Cardiff vegetarian restaurants and prepare to be pleasantly surprised.
While not strictly a vegetarian restaurant, Mowgli has plenty on the menu to please the plant-based. We're talking a choice of seven chaats, a whole host of sides and every dish on its Hindu kitchen menu.
You can take your pick of everything from black dhal and holy chow to the Keema Karma and Mowgli paneer. To wash it all down, there's a long and lovely cocktail list packing in house serves and classic concoctions.
One of the best vegetarian restaurants in Cardiff city centre, YO! is home to so much more than just sushi. Make your way through their menu of Japanese bites including meat-free rolls, tofu katsu curry, mushroom ramen and gyoza along with plenty of sides.
This particular boozer is catering to all kinds of crowds – especially veggies. The Head of Steam isn't just good for craft beer-drinking and games of pool; they're got an amazing food menu that's 50% vegan, featuring 'veafood' tacos, plant-based burgers and more.
With happy hours, cocktail classes and DJ nights, Revolution is a lively spot to eat vegetarian food in Cardiff. The restaurant has a huge menu which has a fair amount of veggie options; we recommend the veggie burger for an easy lunchtime choice.
For pizza fanatics in Cardiff, Pizza Pilgrims is all about Italian flavors, serving up drool-worthy pies topped with everything from truffle mushrooms to margheritas for just over a tenner.
Load up on vegetarian-friendly slices like the Smoky Aubergine, topped with smoked mozzarella and basil, and the Aperol spritzes and tiramisu will make you feel like you're dining in Naples itself.
Step inside Cosy Club Cardiff and discover a space brimming with character—velvet armchairs, ornate chandeliers and walls adorned with eclectic artwork set the tone for relaxed dining with a touch of grandeur. From smashed avocado on sourdough and fluffy pancakes at breakfast to halloumi wraps, vibrant salads and indulgent vegetarian mains like Thai green curry, the menus cater beautifully to meat-free diners.
Add in creative cocktails, a warm welcome and an atmosphere that feels both elegant and playfully offbeat, and you've got a destination that works from morning coffee to late-night drinks. Check out the Cardiff Bay location too.
As far as veggie restaurants go, Wahaca is up there with their generous offerings of veggie goodies. The Mexican restaurant is located in The Hayes and serves spicy and flavoursome dishes; try the sweet potato and feta taquitos and thank us later.
Bringing the huge flavours of Latin America to Cardiff, Vivo Latino has several delicious meat-free dinners. As well as larger dishes such as butternut squash enchilada and the Mexican bean burger, the restaurant also serves up a scrumptious selection of tapas.
Cardiff's very first vegan restaurant is run by a Hare Krishna monk, and just because it's free from all animal products, do not expect a boring menu. Anna Loka makes epic meals, from their famous carrot cake through to huge brunch plates, you won't want to miss out on.
