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Vegetarian restaurants in London

  1. A

    Mildreds

    Central London’s most inventive vegie restaurant, Mildred’s heaves at lunchtime so don’t be shy about sharing a table in the sky-lit dining room. Expect the likes of roasted fennel and chickpea terrine and puy lentil casserole, Ethiopian stews, wonderfully exotic (and filling) salads as well as delicious stir-fries. There are also vegan and gluten-free options, and a large range of organic wines.

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  2. B

    Gate

    Widely considered the best vegetarian restaurant in town, this destination eatery has a poor location behind the Hammersmith Apollo and is surrounded by flyovers, but the inventive dishes (aubergine teriyaki, shitake wonton and pumpkin laksa, rocket cannelloni), friendly and welcoming staff, and the relaxed atmosphere of the large, bright dining room overlooking a quiet courtyard make the trek here worthwhile. Surprisingly enough, it’s the desserts, such as the orange and Cointreau cheesecake, that get recurring rave reviews, as do the simple but inspired starters and the fine wine list.

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  3. C

    Eat & Two Veg

    One of the best vegetarian experiences in London, Eat & Two Veg is bright and breezy with charming, friendly staff and a smart 21st-century American-diner look. The menu is international eclectic – Thai green curry, Lankawi hotpot – and the mock meat dishes (‘sausage’ and mash, cheeseburger and fries) would fool even carnivores. There’s plenty on offer for vegans, too.

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  4. D

    Blah Blah Blah

    This vegetarian institution has been packing them in for years with imaginative, well-realised food and informal and very upbeat surrounds. Dishes feature vegetarian specialities from around the world (Caribbean curry, aubergine schnitzel, pasta etc). You can bring your own bottle (corkage £1.45 per person).

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  5. E

    Food for Thought

    This tiny vegetarian café is big on sociability and flavour, and small on price and space. Food ranges from soups and salads to stews and stir-fries with brown rice. Dishes might be vegan, organic and/or gluten-free. Food for Thought is earthy, unpretentious and deservedly packed.

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  6. F

    Place Below

    This atmospheric vegetarian restaurant is in the crypt of one of London’s most famous old churches. The menu is a daily changing set of veggie dishes, from quiche to sourdough sandwiches.

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  7. G

    Wild Cherry

    In the London Buddhist Centre, this simple cafe with a delightful courtyard serving tasty and substantial vegetarian dishes, including shop-made cakes (£2.50 to £3.50).

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  8. H

    Red Veg

    Delicious vegetarian and vegan fast food (burgers, falafels, wraps).

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  9. Gate

    Widely considered the best vegetarian restaurant in town, this destination eatery has a poor location behind the Hammersmith Apollo and is surrounded by flyovers, but the inventive dishes (aubergine teriyaki, shitake wonton and pumpkin laksa, rocket cannelloni), friendly and welcoming staff, and the relaxed atmosphere make the trek here worthwhile. Bookings essential.

    reviewed