10 of the best vegan-friendly restaurants to try in Belfast
If you’re following a vegan diet, eating out in Belfast doesn’t have to be a headache.
The city has a growing number of restaurants and cafes that can cater for plant-based diners.
Here are 10 of the very best.
Yügo
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Hide AdIndulge in a taste of the Orient at this contemporary eatery in the heart of the city centre, where you’ll find a choice of traditional Asian dishes, with a unique Irish twist.
Yügo offer a dedicated vegan menu, including sushi, massaman curry and bao buns, so ordering plant-based meals is easy and hassle-free.
Visit: 3 Wellington Street, BT1 6HT – yugobelfast.com
Home Restaurant
Boasting an entire menu dedicated to vegans, Home prides itself on its impressive range of choice and fresh, homemade produce.
Super salads, soups, sweet potato curry and sharing mezze plates are just a few of the items on offer here.
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Visit: 22 Wellington Place, BT1 6GE – homebelfast.co.uk
Coppi
Serving a huge variety of Italian-inspired cuisine, this contemporary restaurant ensures vegans are well catered for with a dedicated menu, alongside an impressive selection of wines and cocktails.
Visit: Saint Anne’s Square, Cathedral Quarter, BT1 2LR – coppi.co.uk
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Umi Falafel
This inviting restaurant serves a range of Middle Eastern cuisine, including mezze, salads, sandwiches, wraps and their signature falafel, which can be paired with one of their freshly squeezed juices.
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Visit: 96 Botanic Avenue, BT7 1JR – umifalafel.ie
Kitch Restaurant
While there isn’t a separate vegan menu at this modern restaurant, many plant-based options are available upon request - simply ask the server for more information.
Visit: 61-63 Dublin Road, BT2 7HE – wearekitch.com
Archana
This family-run restaurant has long been a favourite on the Belfast dining scene, popular for its authentic Indian cuisine made with an array of exotic marinades and spices.
Vegan items are clearly marked on the menu and include vegetable tikka masala, onion bhajis, samosa chana and vegetarian Thali.
Visit: 53 Dublin Road, BT2 7HE – archana.co.uk
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The Cloth Ear
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Hide AdTucked away in the Grade A listed Merchant Hotel, this cosy pub serves a diverse range of wine, spirits, liqueurs and contemporary cocktails, alongside a dedicated vegan menu.
With tasty mains including vegetable pie, sun blushed tomato pasta, and sea veg and chips, as well as lighter bites and sweet desserts, you won't leave hungry.
Visit: 16 Skipper Street, BT1 2DZ – themerchanthotel.com
Giro’s Cafe
This unique vegan cafe in the Warzone Centre is run by volunteers with a passion for providing affordable and cruelty-free food in a friendly space.
Open every Wednesday evening with a regularly changing menu, the cafe operates a 'pay what you like' service, although a small donation of £3 is recommended.
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Hide AdVisit: Unit 9, Bruce House, Little Victoria, BT2 7JH – facebook.com/GirosCafe
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Acton and Sons
With its dedicated vegan and vegetarian menu, this relaxed city centre eatery offers a choice of light starters, hearty mains and desserts, accompanied by a selection of vegan wines and beers to wash it all down.
Visit: 17 Brunswick Street, BT2 7GE – actonandsons.com
Souls Restaurant
Offering both a three course a la carte menu and a vegan afternoon tea, Souls Restaurant is the perfect lunch or dinner stop.
Visit: 89 Dublin Road, BT2 7HF – soulsrestaurant.co.uk