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The Ultimate Guide To Veganuary

Happy Veganuary! Who’s taking part this year? The annual challenge to ditch the meat and dairy has now been going strong since 2014, and it gets bigger and better every year.

Here at Hawkker, we are particularly excited to celebrate since it’s an excuse to go out and try some of the many incredible, independent restaurants, bars and cafes offering vegan options – and ones that are totally vegan year-round.

Gone are the days when a bowl of chips or a dry bean burger would be the only vegan-friendly item on the menu. Every year, independent restaurants grow more innovative and experimental with their vegan menus, and now we’re here to help you hunt them down.

As we are big fans of the plant-based scene, we are always adding new lists to Hawkker that cater to the vegan or vegan-curious foodies out there. So, whether you’re opting to go vegan for your health, for the planet, for animals, or just as a Veganuary experiment, our team has you covered.

Our Pick Of Fully Vegan and Vegetarian Restaurants in London

For those wanting to fully immerse themselves in the world of veggies, this list will help you find spots where meat is completely off the menu.

The Tastiest Vegan Brunches in London

Off out at the weekend? This list contains some of our favourite vegan brunches.

Our Favourite Vegan-Friendly Restaurants in London

If you are looking for places where meat eaters and vegans can dine in harmony, here’s a few places that will tick that box.

More Vegan Picks From Foodie Influencer @GeorgiaEats_

Vegan foodie @georgiaeats_ shares her favourite independent vegan food spots in London.

Treat Yourself To The Best Vegan Fast Food in London

Sometimes you know what you want – and it’s something hearty and delicious. Here’s our top fast food spots to satisfy your junk food cravings, from burgers to “chicken” and waffles.

Enjoy Vegan Desserts in London

Craving something sweet? There’s some low-key insane places on this list to try at least once (it’s not all sorbet, promise!).

The Best International, Vegan Restaurants in London

These are some of the best places in London serving food from all over the world, from France to Vietnam by way of the Caribbean.

The Best Vegan Ice Cream in London

This one might be better for the summer months, but even so, you never know when the ice cream cravings are going to hit! Check out this list to stay prepared.

The Tastiest Vegan Sandwiches in London

There’s nothing better than a sandwich, and with a traditional one being based around meats and cheeses, a good vegan sandwich can be hard to find. That’s where this list comes in!

Top Vegan Food in Hackney Wick

If you are looking for vegan food in a specific location, this list could help you out. Hackney Wick is not only a hotspot for artists, it’s also a hot spot for amazing food and more specifically, vegan food.

Our Fave Vegan Food in Brixton, South London

South of the river is not short of amazing vegan places either, and this list will help you find our favourites.

The Best Vegan Food in Newcastle

It’s one of the greatest cities in the north, known for its culture, brown ale, nightlife and of course amazing food!

Vegan Eats on a Budget Manchester

If you are up north in Manchester, we have some fab spots for plant-based cheap eats, courtesy of popular vegan influencer @plantbasedpiggie.

Unmissable Vegan Spots In Brighton

Brighton is lucky to be so densely populated with amazing, vegan friendly, independent restaurants! There’s a little bit of everything is this town, and here are some of our favourites.

Top Spots For Vegan Food in Cardiff

Some of influencer @jessvegram‘s favourite independent restaurants in Cardiff, Wales, that everyone should try!


We are always adding new content to our social media channels and website to help you find some of the independent food world’s hidden gems. Let us know your favourite vegan restaurants this Veganuary, or create your own list!

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