Long before the rest of the world caught on, our city was leading the way with its dedication to vegetarian bites. It's home to loads of vegan-friendly restaurants, covering everything from towering, dirty burgers to fragrant vegetable and tofu-packed curries. So next time you're looking to eat out? Check out our guide on where to find vegan food in Glasgow.
Boasting a whole menu dedicated to plant-based titbits, Chaophraya is one of the best vegetarian restaurants in Glasgow city centre. Kick things off by tucking into a round of spring rolls or Thai tacos, then finish with a bang, scoffing down dishes such as tofu green curry and garlic aubergine pad gra prao.
Shimmy over to George Square and you'll find The Alchemist whipping up a wonderful array of vegan dishes. Think plant-based goujon-filled bao buns, crispy mushrooms with a miso mayonnaise and vegetable dim sum, washed down with molecular cocktails.
If you're on the hunt for Glasgow restaurants with vegan options, Mowgli has a delicious variety of Indian street food on offer. From yoghurt chat bombs to flavour-packed curries boasting aromatic spices, there are plenty of vegan plates to dig into right here.
A German-style venture inside one of Glasgow's most protected buildings, WEST On The Green is the perfect lazy day boozer for when the sun shines and the belly craves top-notch tipples. Grab a seat in the beer garden overlooking Glasgow Green as you munch on their vegan delights like the Veggiemeister and falafel salad.
A dynamically authentic restaurant in the heart of Glasgow, Thaikun offers vegan-friendly delights in an inviting atmosphere. Transport yourself to the streets of Bangkok for a lip-smacking culinary journey where the sights, sounds, and scents of Thailand will surround you.
Windows Restaurant in Carlton George Hotel provides awe-inspiring views over the city and some of the best vegan food in Glasgow city centre. Think dishes such as a vegetable Wellington and a Moving Mountains burger served with fries.
Revolution is not only a top spot for cocktails out, but it also happens to cater for a plant-based diet. Pop over to gobble down a lovely meal with friends and chomp on bites like hot cauliflower wings, loaded nachos, crispy fried 'chicken' and Penang curry.
For those of you seeking out the best vegan restaurants in Glasgow Southside, Granary may not be the first place to come to mind - but trust us, you'll be delightfully surprised. Chow down on vegan Penang curry, pizza, burgers, tortillas, salads and desserts at this cosy hangout.
Shilling Brewing Co. might seem like a run-of-the-mill taproom, but it has the most extensive selection of beer on tap in Scotland. For when hunger kicks in, they've also got delicious hand-stretched pizzas, with plenty of vegan options. Come one, come all.
You'll find YO! in Braehead is slinging out scrumptious Japanese eats by the bucketload. As a vegan in Glasgow, not only can you chomp on avocado maki and green dragon rolls, but also meatless chicken katsu curry, yakisoba noodles and ramen.
Looking for affordable eats in laid-back surrounds? Then check out ASK Italian, found on Dundas Place in the heart of the city. The spacious venue is filled with simple wooden interiors, hanging lights and pretty plans, and there's an extensive menu to choose from.
Their plant-based dishes include fettucine lentil ragu, roasted vegetable pizza with vegan mozzarella and spaghetti al pomodoro, which you can pair with Italian-inspired cocktails.
While not strictly a vegan restaurant, the meat-free menu at Five March takes some beating. Expect dishes packed with everything from wild mushrooms, roast cauliflower, paneer, zucchini, coconut and plenty more.
Whatever's on your plate, there's plenty to pair it with over on the drinks list. Take your pick of wines from across the Med along with creative cocktails spanning every flavour profile from the fruity and fresh to the rich and smoky.
The clue is in the title with this cool Renfield Lane hangout, as Stereo is dedicated to all things music. It also happens to be a fully vegan restaurant, rustling up bites like sticky soya aubergine and buffalo cauliflower with garlic aoli. Go for the events, stay for the grub.
While it's not completely plant-based, Bloc+ has enough free-from options to make even the most adamant meat-eater drool. Head over to Bath Street to find delicious vegan burgers topped with 'trash cheese', Korean jackfruit bites, pizzas and hot dogs.
A neighbourhood bar and restaurant in the Southside area, The Bungo is a popular choice for creative cocktails, and the food is pretty great too. The vibrant space also hosts weekly quizzes and live music, for a little added entertainment while you dine.
Their vegan menu features both brunch and dinner dishes, ranging from Lebanese shakshuka to veggie haggis and chickpea burgers or beetroot risotto.
Rock out and tuck in at Mono, a vegan café in Glasgow. The lively joint serves food daily, focusing on fun creations such as the chicken picatta, made up of seitan schnitzel with squashed potatoes, caper relish, winter greens and a shallot butter sauce.
In the mood for a vegan taco night? Head on over to Mezcal, a lively taqueria specialising in Mexican dining, tequila drinking and dancing to live DJs. When it comes to plant-based options, check out the mushroom and butterbean tacos, the vegan burritos and the Oaxaca beans.
If you're looking for vegan fine dining in Glasgow, this swish eatery boasts its very own dedicated plant-based and vegetarian menu. Ideal for date nights, special occasions and days where you just feel like splurging a little, The Ivy is a botanical beauty for seasonal dishes and handcrafted cocktails.
