Brighton's Best Vegetarian Restaurants

Where to eat meat-free in Brighton, from fine dining pioneers to plant-based street food

By Brighton Holiday Lets•Mar 12, 2026

Brighton has been flying the flag for vegetarian dining since long before it was fashionable. With more meat-free restaurants per capita than almost anywhere in the UK, this city takes plant-based food seriously. Whether you are after a white-tablecloth tasting menu or a quick vegan doner on the go, you will find it here. These are the spots we keep coming back to.

FINE DINING

Terre a Terre

The restaurant that put Brighton's vegetarian scene on the map. Terre a Terre has been serving inventive, globally-inspired dishes on East Street since 1993, and the quality has never dipped. AA Gill once called it "most probably the best vegetarian restaurant in Britain," and we would not argue. Expect bold flavours, clever techniques, and plates that make even the most committed carnivore forget about meat entirely. Book ahead, especially at weekends.

SEASONAL

Food for Friends

Another Brighton institution, tucked away on Prince Albert Street in the heart of the Lanes. Food for Friends has been championing local and seasonal produce for years, with a menu that changes regularly to reflect what is freshest. The small plates format is ideal for sampling several dishes in one sitting. Think smokey charred cabbage topped with house-made cashew cheese, and sweet summer peas sauteed in confit garlic. A reliable favourite that never disappoints.

VEGAN PIZZA

Purezza Brighton

If you think vegan pizza sounds like a compromise, Purezza will change your mind. This Kemptown favourite on St James's Street has racked up over 5,400 Google reviews with a 4.8-star average, making it one of the highest-rated restaurants in the city. The sourdough bases are perfectly crisp, the house-made vegan mozzarella is genuinely impressive, and the dessert menu is worth saving room for. We have taken plenty of meat-eating friends here and every single one has been converted.

INDIAN

Indian Summer

This is not your average curry house. Indian Summer on East Street is a Brighton institution that takes vegetarian Indian cuisine to another level entirely. The starters alone will blow you away: buttery tikka paneer, crispy pakora, and charred corn that keeps you reaching for more. Order one of the six vegetarian curries with bread and rice for mains, and come hungry. The cocktails are excellent too, crafted by bartenders who clearly know their stuff. In a city full of great food, this place genuinely stands out.

VEGAN

Botanique

Botanique brings something genuinely different to Brighton's vegan dining scene. Set on Western Road in Hove, this boho-chic restaurant houses the UK's first indoor hydroponic farm, growing microgreens right where you eat. The menu leans into exotic mushroom dishes and creamy fava bean puree finished with truffle. Natural wine pairings are thoughtfully chosen, and the weekend plant-based brunch is well worth a trip across town for. It feels like the kind of place Brighton was always meant to have.

VEGAN SUSHI

Happy Maki

Vegan sushi might sound like it is missing the point, but Happy Maki on Gardner Street in the North Laine proves otherwise. Born from the owner's passion for ocean conservation, every roll here is completely fish-free, gluten-free, and mostly raw. The creativity in the fillings is remarkable, and the presentation is beautiful. With a 4.8-star Google rating from over 400 reviews, this little spot has built a seriously loyal following. If you have never tried plant-based sushi, start here.

PLANT-BASED BAR

Pink Moon

Part coffee shop, part bar, part record store, part dim sum kitchen. Pink Moon on Ship Street in the Lanes is one of those places that defies easy categorisation, and that is exactly why we love it. By day it is a laid-back spot for speciality coffee and vegan bakery treats; by evening it transforms into a bar with craft beers and an impeccable sound system. The homemade dim sum is the real star, though. Order the duck bao and the spicy roots, and do not leave without browsing the secondhand vinyl. Brighton at its most creative.

STREET FOOD

What The Pitta

Home of the UK's first vegan doner kebab, and honestly, you would struggle to tell the difference. What The Pitta on East Street serves plant-based meat in fluffy house-made pita wraps loaded with creamy tzatziki, hummus, spices, and peppers. It is fast, filling, and absolutely spot-on for a quick lunch or a late-night bite after a few drinks. The crispy chick'n burgers and loaded fries are worth a look too. With 4.7 stars from nearly 800 reviews, Brighton clearly agrees.

LOCAL & SEASONAL

Wild Flor

Wild Flor on Church Road in Hove is one of those restaurants where every ingredient feels like it has been chosen with real care. The menu changes with the seasons and leans heavily into plant-based dishes, all sourced from local Sussex suppliers. Their Sunday Club feasts are a particular highlight, bringing together sharing plates with beautifully paired wines. The setting is relaxed and welcoming, perfect for a long Saturday lunch that stretches into the afternoon. One of Hove's best, full stop.

VEGAN FAST FOOD

Oowee Vegan

Sometimes you just want a proper burger and a pile of loaded fries without any of the guilt. Oowee Vegan on Market Street delivers exactly that, with a fully plant-based menu that nails the junk-food-done-right formula. The burgers are thick, juicy, and seriously satisfying. The crispy chick'n is another winner, and the build-your-meal option lets you customise your order to your heart's content. It is quick, it is loud, and it is a lot of fun. Perfect for when you are craving comfort food with a clear conscience.

VEGAN PUB

The Roundhill Pub

A proper Brighton local that happens to be entirely vegan. The Roundhill on Ditchling Road has built a devoted following for its plant-based take on traditional pub grub, and the Sunday roast is the main event. We are talking crispy roast potatoes, seasonal veg, Yorkshire puddings, and all the trimmings, with not a scrap of meat in sight. The atmosphere is warm and community-minded, the kind of pub where everyone seems to know each other. If you want to see how Brighton does a vegan Sunday lunch, this is the place.