With many people now vegetarian or vegan, or dabbling in meat free days and meet free meals, there is plenty of demand for some great-tasting food. Luckily, in Wales, there are some fab vegan and vegetarian restaurants.
From tapas and fast food to hearty breakfasts and traditional pub fare, there’s a wealth of choices for those seeking vegan delights. For the latest restaurant reviews, sign up to our food and drink newsletter here.
Here are some of the best vegan and vegetarian restaurants in Wales.
No 18 Cafe, Swansea
This vegan cafe on Brynymor Road in Swansea offers indulgent dishes like full breakfasts and pancake stacks. You can also enjoy loaded breakfast bagels, naked burrito bowls and drool-worthy loaded fries.
Alex Gooch Bakery, Cardiff
Multi-award-winning baker Alex Gooch is known for his gorgeous bakery, where everything is plant-based, on Whitchurch Road in Cardiff. Expect flavour-packed treats such as smoked margherita pizza slices, loaded focaccia, cinnamon and raisin buns, and caramelised apple pies.
Le Pub, Newport
There is great vegan food at Le Pub
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This iconic live music venue on High Street in Newport has a history which dates back over 25 years. Their fast food-focused menu includes the dirty burger, pie and chips, as well as pizzas, hot dogs and ‘chicken’ nuggets.
Vegan Filth, Cardiff
Vegan Filth, based in Cardiff’s student union, serves provocatively named junk food from the sleazy cheezy burger to the posh w**nker fries, which are delicious. They also appear in popup locations across south Wales and at food festivals.
Anna Loka, Cardiff
After closing their Albany Road site Anna Loka now operate out of a food van in the centre of Cardiff. The trailer is located in Working Street, right by St John’s Gardens and the entrance to Queen’s Arcade.
Currently it is takeaway only, however, in the summer Anna Loka is planning on having seating near the trailer available. You can read more, here.
The Eating Gorilla, Penrhyndeudraeth
The Eating Gorilla, on High Street in Penrhyndeudraeth offers a varied menu of burgers, hot dogs, breakfasts, pizza and even sc*ampi and chips.
Wild Thing Cafe, Cardiff
The Wild Thing Cafe is in Cardiff
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Wild Thing Cafe in Cardiff is another great option. Wild Thing, located in Cathays Community Centre, is a haven for brunch lovers. Their menu is packed with seasonal dishes and they also offer Sunday lunch.
Frânlas, Llanberis
Frânlas is a must-visit for those with a sweet tooth. This north Wales cafe on High Street in Llanberis serves up delicious baked goods and coffee. They also offer savoury dishes including soups, sausage rolls, pasties and mezze boxes.
Green Olive, Menai Bridge
Green Olive in Uxbridge Square specialises in cooked breakfasts, soups, sandwiches and naked hot dogs. The cafe also serves rotating chef’s specials which include fried tofu katsu curry and a Korean barbecue pulled jackfruit bowl.
Luna’s Vegan Corner, Cardiff
This bistro on Wellfield Road is inspired by a passion for delicious food, conscious living and kindness to animals. Their diverse menu includes brunch options such as ocean chickpea sandwich and Luna’s mega brunch, starters such as mushroom pate, caramelised red chutney with toasted bread and mains such as mixed vegetable rogan josh and roasts available on a Sunday.
Ground Coffee Shop, Swansea
You can enjoy soft serve ice cream here
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Ground Coffee Shop on Francis Street in Swansea is a collaboration between a yoga teacher and a three-time national stand-up paddleboard champion. Their vegan menu includes pastries, cakes, sandwiches, wraps and plant-based soft-serve ice cream.
Voltaire, Bangor
This restaurant on Garth Road serves modern vegan food, including burgers, burritos, cauliflower wings and Sunday roasts. They also have a good selection of cocktails to enjoy with your meal.
Bao Selecta, Cardiff
Selling stunning vegan bao buns in Cardiff Market is Bao Selecta. Their menu includes crispy beef bao buns which are vegan and so good many customers say they can’t even tell.
The Pie Box Cafe, Cardiff
A gorgeous vegan spot in Cardiff is The Pie Box. Located in Tudor Street they sell amazing pies, brunches and sweet treats which are all totally vegan. It is well worth a visit if you are in the Welsh capital.
Vegetarian Food Studio, Cardiff
Another Cardiff gem is the Vegetarian Food Studio, in Grangetown. This family run business began in 2003 as a small takeaway and is now a large restaurant.