A few years ago, it was almost impossible for a someone plant-based to eat out in our city, except for a few dedicated cafes. Now, the whole place is alight with everything from meat-free menus to entire venues only serving the good stuff. So, whether you need a delicious meal for yourself or somewhere to accommodate a friend, here’s our guide to Manchester's best vegan restaurants.
Last updated on 29th December 2022
After halal vegan restaurants in Manchester that can cater to the meat-eaters and plant-based of your group? Bab NQ offers the best of both worlds across its upmarket kebab menu, boasting flavourful grilled veggies, falafel, spicy sauces and more.
Tucked away in the suburbs of Withington is a fun little restaurant called Fuel Café. Along with serving some of the best cheap eats to Manchester vegans, the spot hosts regularly live music nights, performances, and even has board games to keep you entertained.
On the hunt for the best vegan food in Manchester's city centre? Doghouse has got you covered. Launched by BrewDog, this bar and hotel offers a range of scrumptious plant-based bites, from Beyond Meat and Crispy Tindle burgers to buffalo cauliflower and Temple of Seitan wings.
Peter Street Kitchen is a truly unique culinary experience, combining contemporary Japanese fine dining with Mexican dishes. Better yet, they haven't left vegans going hungry. There's a full menu for you to enjoy, including avocado tartare and tobanyaki.
Situated in the Northern Quarter, Purezza is slinging out scrumptious pizzas, alongside salads, sides and cocktails. As the first fully plant-based pizzeria, this is one of the best vegan restaurants in Manchester city centre - think plenty of milk-free cheese and other alternatives so you won't have to go without.
St Peter Square spot The Anthologist is a truly plush place to settle down for dinner, with a gorgeous outdoor dining terrace to boot. When it comes to food? Vegan tuna carpaccio, 'shrimp' lollipops and ravioli head up the herbivore offerings.
Featuring a top-notch menu of mushroom and vegetable ragu, alongside pizzas with mushrooms, courgettes and truffle cream, Piccolino is a great shout when it comes to vegan-friendly eats. Tuck into these guilt-free mains while pairing with a glass of wine and heritage tomatoes.
You'll find Via Manchester in the iconic Gay Village and, while usually known for a party atmosphere, they're not short on vegan pub grub either. Topping it off? You can end your night with a drag show and plenty of tasty cocktails.
Fronting a full vegan and vegetarian menu, Slug and Lettuce in Deansgate and on Albert Square aren't to be passed up if you're looking for somewhere to gather with friends. From the stylish interiors to a whole host of cocktails, here's a place to make a night of it.
Just when you thought The Alchemist was only fronting killer concoctions and quirky cocktails, they prove you wrong. From 'phish' finger sandwiches to plant burgers, Buddha bowls and vegetable gyozas, the Media City, Spinningfields or New York Street venues all have vegan grub galore.
Mowgli not only delivers on wonderful Indian street food, but also has a splattering of great vegan meals as well. If you try one dish, make it the Holy Chow; their crowning plant-based glory and a scrumptious mix of spiced chickpea, potato, spinach, and ginger, all served in a loaf.
Need vegan restaurants in Manchester city centre? What The Pitta is a casual place for döner kebabs, jam-packed gyros and vibrant mezze boxes - all without meat and other animal products, of course. To gorge yourself on a budget, there's no better destination.
With acclaim from national reviewers, Bundobust's street food and craft beer philosophy may seem simple, but it's hella tasty. Topping the list of vegan restaurants in Manchester's Northern Quarter, it's a must for sharing grub; though don't end up squabbling over the bhel puri - a mix of pastry, peas and tamarind chutney.
Combining old photos and colour-popping interiors with a stunning historical location, Dishoom is a favourite of vegan-friendly restaurants in Manchester. The hearty Indian menu has been adapted for meat-free eaters, with a strong selection of small plates and aromatic curry mains.
Though it's not technically a vegan restaurant, Elnecot happens to be serving up some of the finest plant-based small plates around. What's on the menu? Think fun dishes, like 'sexy greens', 'disco cabbage' and wild mushroom arancini, among seasonal specials.
One of the city's most sustainable restaurants, Sandbar has a great selection of pizza made with Tofutti plant-based mozzarella. Hidden on Grosvenor Street, this spot is keeping you refreshed with a large choice of vegan beers and features innovative touches, such as 100% renewable energy.
This BYOB spot in Chorlton also happens to serve up some of the city's best plant-based slices. Chomp away on vegan pizza, such as classic marinara, trichome-topped rustica and bianca neve with Portobello mushroom and truffle oil, in chilled surroundings.
People who think vegans just eat boring salads have clearly never heard of The Thirsty Scholar. This plant-based pub spends most of its time playing host to bands, comedy nights and poetry readings, serving up a menu of hearty dishes with a plant-based twist.
Vegan fine dining in Manchester doesn't get much better than at The Allotment. If you're marking an occasion, the Michelin Guide restaurant has a selection of taster menus, with standout cruelty-free food that include the likes of butternut squash bon bons and roasted apple mousse.
