Boasting a diverse range of cuisines, this city is pretty big on its food. Whether you're delving into a fiery South American dish or enjoying Mediterranean grub, long gone are the days of eating a dinner composed entirely of side dishes while your mates tuck into steak. To help makes things easy, we've rounded up the best vegetarian restaurants in Liverpool.
Though armed with an impressive menu of vegan and vegetarian eats, Down The Hatch is favoured by people of all diets. Plough through plant-based plates where creativity shines, from unique twists on classic burgers through to moreish loaded fries.
A party and restaurant venue rolled into one, this Seel Street gem is an ideal spot for Asian eats. Venture inside Mason's Kitchen and Bar, where you'll be met with vibrant interiors, alongside a menu made up of chop suey rolls, marinated tofu and Thai red aubergine.
Fronting gorgeous interiors and seasonal menus, Browns Brasserie & Bar Liverpool is a firm choice for veggie dining in the city. Our favourites? The asparagus and butternut curry or warming root vegetable pot pie served alongside a dry glass of pinot grigio.
One of the best vegetarian Indian restaurants in Liverpool, Mowgli is home to an eclectic selection of street food dishes on Bold Street and Water Street. That means tamarind fries, tiffin boxes, paneer wraps, rhubarb dahls and plenty more to whet the appetite. Thirsty? The drinks menu is also pretty epic.
Situated in the former banking hall of Halifax House, Restaurant Bar and Grill is serving grand interiors. Venture inside, where you'll be able to take in the stunning chandelier, before quaffing a pre-dinner grapefruit and nectarine spritz. As for food? Expect an international menu.
Ready for yummy plant-based eats in Liverpool? Check out Piccolino and you'll be impressed by its vegetarian menu fronting goodies, including pizzas with truffle cream, courgettes and mushrooms. Plus, you can pair the tasty food with a glass of wine or an espresso martini.
Pink paradise Papillon knows a thing or two when it comes to vegetarian-friendly restaurants in Liverpool. It's not all pretty interiors here, as there are small and large offerings of tasty eats, from roast sweet potato tacos to mac 'n' cheese with garlic ciabatta. Yum.
If you're in the mood for a slice (or two) of pizza, Riva Blu is an Italian eatery worth visiting. Touting tasty starters, such as bruschetta with heirloom tomatoes and garlic, alongside a ricotta-infused mezzelune ravioli for mains, this venue will certainly impress on the food front
Searching for the best restaurants for vegetarians in Liverpool ONE? YO! is a must-visit for those on the hunt for plant-based sushi and Japanese street food. This eatery promises a wealth of meat-free dishes, from cucumber maki to pumpkin katsu curries and red pepper dragon rolls. Plus, there's a New Mersey Shopping Park location too.
It's not just theatrical cocktails at The Alchemist Liverpool, as there are also some pretty tasty plates on offer. Treat yourself to pan-fried vegetable gyozas, miso cauliflower katsu curry and Asian rice bowls, all before quaffing smoking concoctions at the bar.
Boasting a huge selection of meat-free dishes on their all-day menu, Cosy Club is a welcoming British restaurant in Liverpool One. This charming space is decked out in traditional portraits and dark furnishings, with elegant golden chandeliers hanging from the ceiling.
Tuck into everything from plant-based double smash burgers to Thai green tofu curry or mozzarella and ricotta arancini. They also offer tasty brunches, as well as a carefully curated cocktail list.
Salt House Tapas is a restaurant with a simple mantra; traditional Spanish recipes, cooked using fresh ingredients and served in a welcoming environment. In tandem with the veggie section of the menu, chefs also offer diners a vegan menu, made up of dishes such as salt-baked beetroot.
Never afraid to push boundaries and try new things, The Art School Restaurant offers vegans or vegetarians a flavoursome menu composed solely of seasonal ingredients and fresh herb-infused recipes. Think confit heritage carrots, roasted peppers and pan-fried tofu.
Whether you fancy falafel sharer boards and aubergine shawarma or came for the skillet pie on the Sunday roast menu, Maray has something for all occasions. Did we mention that there's a special vegan selection too? Keep your eyes peeled for mezzo, large plates and more.
On the hunt for vegetarian restaurants on Bold Street? LEAF is the dining destination for you. Whether you're popping by for warm spiced falafel served alongside tahini and sliced avocado on sourdough or for American pancakes topped with fruit and syrup, this eatery is sure to hit the spot.
Bundobust is proving that you don't need to serve meat to pack a punch on the food department; their vegetarian menu of elevated Indian street food dishes is the perfect way to explore the cuisine of the region and try something a little different.
Think okra fries, gunpowder potatoes, bhaji butty sliders and paneer tikka, served with sides and dips for a feast-worthy meal made for sharing. There's also a wide variety of drinks, including cocktails and mocktails that are as inventive as the food options.
Vegetarian? You're in good hands at The Bookbinder. From a full vegan breakfast to a creamy mushroom on toast or avocado toast with crispy parsnip and balsamic, every dish is designed to delight. Their sharing boards even include a vegan garden board stacked with hummus, vegan sausage roll and seasonal flavours.
The ambience matches the food: warm, soulful and unpretentious, with vintage board games on hand and a soundtrack of '60s garage and northern soul to keep things lively.
