Best vegetarian restaurants in Newcastle
13 venues in Newcastle rated S to B for vegetarian, every tier backed by cited sources.
Momo Wholefood is a fully vegetarian cafe since 2017, with a menu that is almost entirely vegan. The only animal products are eggs, dairy, and honey available on request. The kitchen is dedicated to vegetarian cooking, making it a very safe choice for vegetarians.
Vego's is a vegetarian fast food restaurant. Every dish on the menu is vegetarian. The kitchen uses no meat, fish or poultry. Dairy appears in halloumi and regular cheese options, but the entire menu is designed for vegetarians.
Menu marks vegetarian options and the owner's vegan background means vegetarian needs are well understood. Most vegetable-based dishes can be made vegetarian easily.
As an Italian restaurant with extensive vegetarian pasta, pizza, and risotto choices, plus the thorough vegan menu, vegetarians are very well catered for. The set menus include vegetarian options like Margherita pizza, Vegetariana pizza, and Rigatoni alla norma.
The Bhakti Tree is a vegetarian restaurant; the name and branding centre on 'vegetarian and vegan food', and the weekendnotes review describes it as appealing to 'the wannabe vegetarian'. The menu images appear to show vegetarian dishes. The kitchen is dedicated to vegetarian cooking since that is the cuisine style.
The menu has a dedicated 'Vegetarian' section with several clearly labelled dishes (e. g. Banjan Boranee, Kachaloo Qorma, Daal, Cauliflower Qorma) and a Vegetarian Banquet. The kitchen is shared with meat dishes, so cross-contact is possible. Staff can identify vegetarian options on request.
Several menu items are marked with (v) for vegetarian, including Greek Breakkie, Village Bowl, Smashed Avocado Sourdough, House Pancakes, House Porridge, Acai Bowl, and Dukkah-Crusted Pumpkin & Falafel Wrap. The kitchen is shared, so cross-contamination with meat is possible. Staff can likely advise on vegetarian options.
The AGFG listing lists 'Vegetarian Options' as a feature. The menu includes a number of vegetable-forward dishes that are vegetarian by default (e.g. Scapece of autumn vegetables, fusilli, charcoal roast carrots). Staff are accommodating. No dedicated vegetarian setup, but options are plentiful and clearly marked.
The menu clearly marks (v) for vegetarian dishes, with a wide selection across all courses including bao buns, dumplings, curries, salads, and sides. Staff are described as accommodating dietary needs. Shared kitchen with potential for cross-contamination.
The menu includes several vegetarian items labelled V, such as a veggie burger and mac and cheese. However, the kitchen is a shared meat-cooking environment, so cross-contamination is possible. Diners should confirm with staff which items are fully vegetarian and whether any dedicated preparation areas exist.
Vegetarian dishes are clearly available, including pad thai, vegetable stir-fry, curries, and noodle and rice dishes. The menu marks vegetarian options. Staff are accommodating. Shared kitchen with meat dishes.
Vegetarian options are available, including the vegan burgers and sides like chips and tater tots. The kitchen is shared, so cross-contamination with meat is possible.
The AGFG listing tags the venue as having vegetarian options, and the menu has a dedicated vegetarian section with many clearly marked dishes. The kitchen is shared with meat and seafood, so cross-contamination is possible. Vegetarians should confirm with staff.