Best vegan restaurants in Newcastle
11 venues in Newcastle rated S to B for vegan, every tier backed by cited sources.
The menu is almost entirely vegan by default, with the only non-vegan items being dairy butter, milk, honey, and eggs offered upon request. Multiple HappyCow reviews confirm 'all items on the menu are vegan' and 'basically everything is vegan'. The kitchen uses plant-based milks (oat, soy, almond, coconut) and vegan butter as standard. A very safe choice for vegans, though dairy and honey are available if asked.
The entire menu is designed around vegan and vegetarian fast food. House-made vegan beef-style patties, chicken-style patties, vegan nuggets, vegan mayo, vegan satay sauce, vegan cheese (+$1.50 for swap) are standard. Almost every dish is vegan as described, with the only non-vegan items being halloumi dishes and regular cheese which can be substituted. The kitchen is fully plant-based focused.
Bella Italia has a separate vegan menu with multiple starters, a vegan garlic pizza with vegan cheese, gnocchi alla sorrentina, mushroom risotto (vegan option on request), pizza zucca, vegamisu, and clearly marked vegan wines. Multiple HappyCow reviewers confirm dedicated vegan options, a vegan cheese option, and knowledgeable staff. The menu itself marks items clearly. The kitchen is shared but the vegan offering is comprehensive and well-signposted.
One of the owners is vegan and the menu clearly marks vegan options (vegan, vegan opt). Many dishes can be veganised on request. The kitchen is shared with meat and dairy, but the owner's personal stake ensures strong understanding of vegan needs.
Humbug offers a separate vegan menu and a vegan 'feed me' banquet option, with dishes like zucchini flowers stuffed with smoked almond ricotta, mushroom dumplings, pistachio pesto malfadine, and coconut panna cotta. Two HappyCow vegans rave about the experience. However, the kitchen is shared and the vegan menu is available upon request, not a default offering. The AGFG listing flags 'Vegan Options'. This is a reliable but not dedicated setup—staff can accommodate well when asked.
The Falcon offers several clearly labelled vegan options, including vegan jambalaya, vegan mac and cheese, and vegan nachos. The menu marks items VG (vegan) and V (vegetarian). HappyCow reviewers consistently praise the vegan dishes. However, the kitchen is not fully dedicated—the menu also serves meat, chicken, and dairy—so cross-contamination is a possibility. Ask staff for details on shared fryers and prep surfaces.
Several vegan options are available (smashed cucumbers, wild truffled mushrooms bao, eggplant katsu, miso caramel eggplant, tofu san choy bow, turmeric & coconut cauliflower curry, mango & coconut sago) and vegan diners report the staff will adapt dishes by removing butter or other non-vegan ingredients. The menu marks (v) for vegetarian items, not specifically vegan. A vegan banquet is available on request. Shared kitchen with no dedicated prep area.
Rascal has labelled vegan options including two vegan burgers (one with Veef patty) and a vegan mac and cheese. The kitchen is shared with meat dishes, so cross-contamination is possible. Vegan items are clearly marked on the menu.
Vegan options are available on request. The menu lists vegetarian dishes (e.g., pad thai, stir-fry, panang curry) that staff confirm can be made vegan. Specify no egg or fish/oyster sauce when ordering. The kitchen is not fully vegan and shared equipment is used, so cross-contamination with animal products is possible.
A Google reviewer noted the venue 'was great with vegan options' for a large group booking. The kitchen is shared, and the menu doesn't mark vegan dishes on the supplied source pages. Staff appear willing to accommodate, but there's no dedicated prep area. Best to confirm options when you arrive.
The AGFG listing tags the venue as having vegan options, and the menu includes dishes marked DF (dairy-free) and GFO that could be suitable. However, no dedicated vegan preparation area or equipment is mentioned, and many dishes contain dairy, egg, or ghee. Vegans should discuss specific dishes and cross-contamination risks with staff.