Liverpool restaurants you should visit if you're doing Veganuary

It’s that time of year again when people are ditching chicken for seitan, swapping out their milk for nut based alternatives, all to change up their lifestyle for a month… or maybe even for good!

More than 1,610 new vegan products and menus were launched for Veganuary in 2023 – the plant-based diet is a way of protecting the environment, preventing animal suffering, and a way to improve health.

So where can you go in Liverpool for great vegan food? Check out these places we have put together to inspire you!

The Egg Cafe

Not only is it one of the city’s leading vegetarian/vegan restaurant, but The Egg also serves as a hub for an independent art gallery, exhibiting a diverse array of artists’ works. It is a celebrated gathering spot in Liverpool.

The Egg is a short walk from Lime St Station and occupies a light and airy loft space of a grand old Grade II Victorian warehouse building.

Find out more here.

Doogle’s Donuts

Doogle’s has got plenty of doughnuts for all the sweet-toothed vegans out there. They have stores on Lark Lane, Mann Island, Allerton Road and Prescot!

Try their signature Homer, Happy Glaze, and Biscoff! You can pop into store or order on Uber Eats.

Find out more here.

Mowgli

The Mowgli family has grown so much over the years with two sites in Liverpool, two in Manchester, and more right across the UK. It all started here though and that’s why you need to visit one of the Mowgli sites in Liverpool either on Bold Street or Castle Street!

Nisha Katana wanted to build an eatery serving the kind of food Indians eat at home and on their streets… so that’s what she did!

See their extensive vegan menu HERE.

The Caledonia

Who knew the Caledonia Pub was fully vegan?!

Selling local Craft Beer & Real Ale with a delicious vegan food menu featuring burgers, wings & loaded fries.

Plus the Cali is dog friendly too so you can take your pooch for tea!

Find out more here.

Desserts By Dre

Did you know there is secret vegan cakes on sale at Desserts by Dre?

It may not say it on the label but make sure you ask the Liverpool’s very own Wonka what he has available on the counter, and get ready for a sugar rush the likes of which you’ve never seen.

Find out more about Dre here.

Yummy Green

Yummy Green is a delicious new vegetarian and vegan takeaway based on Allerton Road!

Think all your favourite chippy food – except it’s vegan!

Find out more here.

Little Furnace

At Little Furnace they pride themselves on being the first to introduce Neapolitan Pizza to Liverpool.

These guys have got LOADS of vegan pizzas on their menu from their Garlic Spinach and ‘Shroom pizza to their Zingy Thing which comes with a Tomato Base, Olives, Artichokes, Sun Kissed Tomatoes. Basil, E.V.O oil. Salsa Rosso dressed
Rocket.

You can find these guys in The Baltic Market and Smithdown Road!

Find out more here.

Pizza Punks

Pizza Punks’ have vegan specials on and they’ve teamed up with vegan pizza giants Purezza on; a Meatfreeball Marinara and their Romesco Vegana which are available throughout January!

You can also get 50% OFF between Monday-Thursday in January – Simply sign up to Pizza Punks’ mailing list HERE to redeem the offer.

Find out more here.

KaiBaiBo

Kaibaibo, Slater Street, plan to introduce people to the flavours and ingredients of the Korean peninsula in ways that may be more familiar – but that’s not to say you won’t see a couple of their favourite Korean dishes on the menu.

They have a wide range of vegan dishes on the menu – you must try their Sweet & Spicy Rice Cakes – Charred vegan mince, sticky rice cakes, gochujang glaze with spring onion… they’re delicious!

Find out more here.

Maray

Maray are famous throughout the city for their incredible veggie and vegan food!

From the iconic Disco Cauliflower to their falafel sharer – there’s always something on the menu to tantalise your taste buds!

Find out more here.

Down The Hatch & Woo Tan Scran – Duke Street

Committed to making sure your belly is full and your hangover is cured – one overflowing plate at a time. Down The Hatch prides themselves on their portion sizes, so feel free to fill your boots and stuff your faces with their incredible vegan junk food!

Also housed in Down The Hatch is Woo Tan Scran the plant-based vegan/vegetarian chip shop!

For more info click here.

Sanskruti – Bixteth Street

Sanskruti Restaurant Liverpool offer authentic and unique Indian vegetarian and vegan cuisine. They offer a wide variety of dishes, many of which you are unlikely to find at any other restaurant.

Their meals are prepared with the belief that Indian food is not only about heat but also about the perfect marriage of aromatic herbs and spices. The menu is as diverse and colourful as the continent itself.

For more info click here.

The Vibe Cafe – Paradise Street

Vibe Cafe’s mission is to serve an experience for the mind, body and soul. They’re a family run business with a dream to share the food they love, with the city they love.

Serving 100% plant-based food and drink to nourish, nurture and inspire. They’re passionate about making as much as they can in house from scratch. They have you covered for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

For more info click here.

PICNIC – Smithdown Road

Since opening, PICNIC have always prided themselves on giving customers the best possible food with the best possible service. Healthy fast food is the idea behind their menu.

Part of PICNIC’s mission has always been sustainability, and they are always looking for ways to improve their carbon footprint. The team encourage other businesses to convert to reusable, recyclable or biodegradable packaging – like the ones they use in store.

For more info click here.

Bundobust – Bold Street

Sustainability is key to what Bundobust do – their beers are brewed on a small scale using the best ingredients, cultural traditions mean all of the food is vegetarian (most of the menu can be made vegan as well), and their street food roots have allowed them to discover vegware.

A Bundo icon, these little white pots are made of bagasse – reclaimed sugarcane which is totally compostable, eliminating the need for industrial dishwashers and non-recyclable tableware, and reducing our landfill contributions and water and energy usage.

For more info click here.

Big Lola’s – Smithdown Road, Duke Street Market & Chester Market

Big Lola’s Taqueria is a Mexican inspired taco shop based on Smithdown Road, Duke Street Market and Chester Market

They have taken inspiration from San Francisco’s Latino Mission District and are serving up Mexican street food dishes.

Their roast veg bowl can be made vegan and is available across all sites!

For more info click here.

Botanico

Botanico has launched a new Vegan menu for Veganuary which includes fresh juices, breakfast and brunch dishes and pizza and pasta options too!

Juices include their Ace – orange and carrot, Green Juice – cucumber, apple and kiwi and Wildfire – beetroot and apple. When it comes to Breakfast and Brunch options, Botanico’s Vegan Fry Up which includes smashed avocado, scrambled tofu, grilled tomato, portobello mushroom, two vegan sausages, roasted peppers, hash browns and baked beans is sure to be popular, or there’s also vegan wild mushrooms served with cherry tomatoes and spinach or vegan avocado on sourdough served with cherry tomatoes, green salsa and beetroot hummus, or Botanico’s homemade granola bowl served with vegan yogurt and berries.

For those dining for lunch from 12pm, or on the bistro menu from 5pm, there’s Botanico’s vegan burger served with salad stack, vegan pepper mayo and avocado or fresh salads including the Avocado Caprese served with beef tomatoes and vegan cheese, the Veggie Bowl served with roasted root veg and house dressing, or Penne Arrabbiata served with vegan cheese and the Rustica pizza served with tomato, vegan cheese and roasted vegetables.

Desserts at Botanico are made fresh, in-house each day and always sell out! Vegan options include the Lotus jar, vegan chocolate brownie and vegan carrot cake.

Find out more here.

The Base

This year, take Veganaury to new heights with a trip to one of Liverpool’s newest wellness cafes, The Base. Located in The Spine building in the Knowledge Quarter, The Base is offering Meat Free Mondays with its breakfast and lunch menus turning fully vegan and vegetarian for the day.

Introducing new dishes, revamping much-loved staples and offering hot lunch specials every Monday, choose from vegan sausage rolls, avocado on toast, flavoursome soups of the day and more.

Find out more here.

Stanley’s Bar and Grill at Titanic Hotel Liverpool

Stanley’s Bar and Grill has a delicious range of plant-based meals on its indulgent a la carte menu.

From vegan penne pasta paired with spicy meatballs in a rich ragu sauce to vegan sausages with grain mustard mash and boozy gravy to complete the dish, each meal is accompanied by stunning views of Stanley Dock.

Find out more here.