Whether you're a full-time herbivore, fancy a dabble in meat-free dining or are catering to a group, there are plenty of vegan-friendly places to eat in South London. From pizza in Peckham to Sunday roasts in Balham, dim sum on the South Bank to brunch spreads in Clapham, our guide really does cover it all. Check out the best vegan restaurants in South London right here.
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Last updated on 11th June 2024
In the mood for hearty and wholesome comfort food? Belle Vue is a vegan pub in South London with wholesome plates like white bean and harissa burger, giant butter bean shakshouka and small plates of spiced cauliflower, courgette fritti and seitan bites.
With plenty of plant-based options on their Moroccan and Lebanese menu, Argan is the Clapham vegan restaurant just off the high streets that's perfect for you. Plus, there's an alfresco dining space and cocktails to wash it all down.
Shrub and Shutter is a charming cocktail bar and restaurant serving vegan food in Brixton against a backdrop of crisp Scandi-style furnishings. Expect to find fresh, seasonal staples across the succinct menu which is designed to complement the range of signature concoctions.
If you're not sure where to eat then head to Pop Brixton, home to a whole lot of street food traders alongside cafes, bars and shops. This community-focused event space boasts spcious seating areas both indoors and out, as well as a regular lineup of events, with plenty of vegan food up for grabs. Head to Halo Burgers for plant-based patties and creamy milkshakes, Jollof House Kitchen for plantain rice bowls or nab spiced cauliflower nuggets from Baba G's.
Ping Pong Southbank have their very own dedicated vegan menu of classic dim sum including spicy seitan vegetable, griddled tofu and porcini, Shanghai chilli wontons and plenty more. Head to this pretty Asian restaurant with meat-eating pals and they'll easily cater to everyone.
601 Queen's Road is pretty much everything you look for in a restaurant - stunning cocktails, bright and airy interiors and farm-fresh, vegan food. Open from breakfast until dinner, this place is perfect for a plant-based weekend brunch, healthy lunch with the fam, or post-work tipples.
All day breakfast? Sign us up. A stone's throw from East Croydon station, The Breakfast Club is the king of cafes. Serving up a wicked all-day menu that'll make your tastebuds do the tango, they've got everything from breakfast burritos to vegan huevos rancheros, bean shakshouka and avocado toast, burgers and plenty of pancake options.
Serving up electrifying vegan dishes such as roast butternut squash, grilled aubergine with harissa and coconut chia bowls, No 29 Power Station West is an all day bar and restaurant overlooking the Thames. With an industrial vibe and a fully charged bar, this joint is the place to be for anything from morning munchies to late-night shenanigans.
Calling all foodies, Honest Burgers in Peckham has got your burger fix sorted. With a menu full of hearty options, including vegan teriyaki, plant and fritter burgers, plus plenty of vegan and vegetarian sides and sauces, trust us, you won't leave disappointed by the flavour explosion in your mouth.
Cooking up a storm with their delicious salads, organic goodies, and piping-hot vegetarian and vegan dishes like the vegan moussaka and smashed avocado on sourdough bread, OctaGreen has something for everyone. Whether you're vegetarian, vegan, or a meat lover, This Putney joint caters to all tastes.
On the hunt for a vegan Sunday roast in South London? The Regent are coming through with platters of seasonal specials that are sure to satisfy any craving. There's also plenty of other classic pub dishes up for grabs, from hearty burgers to wholesome warm salads.
Located in the heart of Brixton, Wood & Water offers modern British cuisine with a Jamaican twist. Serving up vegan delights like a plantain offering with hispi cabbage and enoki mushroom, their unique menu changes every 3-4 months, so you can always get your hands on the new and exciting in a plush, cosy environment.
One of the best vegan-friendly places to eat in London, Limin Southbank is dishing up a whole range of plant-based Caribbean food. Grab a table at the sand-covered spot and enjoy a selection of baked banana blossom, spiced chickpea flatbreads and aloo pies.
From vegan breakfasts to black beans, plantain and more slathered in plant-based cornbread, Arepa & Co is the place for Venezuelan street food. Plus, there's a whole range of tasty cocktails to wash down your meal.
The Omni Collective near Peckham Rye is the place to be if you're craving some seriously delicious sharing plates made with premium local veggies. They're all about sustainability and low waste, so you can feel good about what you're eating. Win, win.
The Full Nelson is a cool and quirky pub in Deptford serving some of South London's best vegan junk food. Chomp away on a menu of signature burgers stuffed with meat-free patties, jackfruit and seitan alongside classic pub drinks and moreish sides.
Catering to veggies and meat-lovers alike, this East Dulwich burger joint is a real all-rounder. Stuff your chops with seitan fingers, loaded fries, hash browns and signature burgers, with a whole load of signature concoctions to knock back as you dine.
