Best vegan restaurants in Cambridge
18 venues in Cambridge rated S to B for vegan, every tier backed by cited sources.
Chai Walla is a fully vegan food stall. The owner is an ethical vegan and every item on the menu — samosas, bhaji wraps, falafel wraps, chai (made with oat milk), and vegan yoghurt — is 100% plant-based. No animal products are used anywhere.
A vegetarian Indian restaurant where most dishes are clearly labelled vegan on the menu. Multiple HappyCow reviews confirm a huge range of vegan options including vegan naan, vegan butter 'chick'n', and vegan desserts. Staff are described as helpful with dietary needs. The kitchen is shared with vegetarian dishes containing paneer, so cross-contamination with dairy is possible, but the labelling is thorough and the menu is designed with vegans in mind.
The restaurant is fundamentally plant-based with a seasonal tasting menu built around vegetables, grains, and legumes. The chef-owner Alex Rushmer leads a kitchen that inherently works with vegan ingredients as a core philosophy. Multiple reviews confirm that the kitchen accommodates vegan requests and the menu is described as offering 'vegan options'. The space is a dedicated plant-based kitchen, making it strongly trusted for vegan diners even if some dishes contain dairy or eggs as an occasional component.
The menu clearly marks vegan options with a 'V' label. Multiple HappyCow reviewers confirm vegan dishes like falafel, hummus, fattoush, lentil soup, and vegan moussaka are available. Staff have been reported asking about dietary requirements. A few reviewers note the labelling uses 'V' for both vegetarian and vegan items without full ingredient lists, so it's worth asking which items are fully vegan (e.g. baba ghanoush contains yoghurt). Dedicated equipment is not confirmed.
Vegan options are extensive and clearly marked on the menu. Multiple HappyCow reviewers and the venue's own description confirm a largely plant-based menu with many clearly labelled vegan dishes. Staff are described as knowledgeable about what's vegan. The kitchen is shared (serves meat, fish, and dairy), so some cross-contact risk exists, but the menu labelling and staff awareness are strong.
Vegan options are clearly labelled on the menu and include dishes like moussaka, lentil stew, and hummus. Staff are knowledgeable about allergens and can adapt dishes. The kitchen is shared with meat and dairy, so cross-contamination is possible.
The official menu marks vegan dishes with a VG symbol across all meal periods. Items such as the Vegan Fable Burger, Olive, Granola Bowl, Matcha Bowl, Smashed Avo Toast, and various sides (free-flow frites, green salad, spinach, Tenderstem broccoli) are marked VG. Sides are listed with mark symbols indicating vegan. No dedicated vegan kitchen or equipment is mentioned, so expect shared prep.
The menu clearly marks vegan items with (Ve) and offers a dedicated vegan group set menu. Many drinks and breakfast items are vegan. However, the kitchen is shared and the venue states it cannot guarantee dishes are allergen-free. Staff are aware and can advise.
Several vegan pizza options are available, including a house-made vegan cheese and a vegan nduja topping. Vegan mozzarella can also be substituted into other pizzas. Allergens are clearly labelled on the menu. The kitchen is shared with non-vegan ingredients, so cross-contamination risk is typical for a non-vegan pizzeria.
Vegan options are clearly marked on the menu with symbols, including multiple pizzas (with vegan cheese), breakfast fry-up, avocado toast, and a few desserts. Plant-based milks are available for coffee. Multiple HappyCow vegan diners report positive experiences. The kitchen is shared and very small; the venue cannot guarantee absence of allergens, but vegan cross-contact is generally less safety-critical than allergens like gluten or dairy. Good for vegans who accept shared-kitchen risk.
Almost entirely vegan (except halloumi wrap). All VE-marked wraps are vegan, using soya yoghurt and no animal products. The kitchen is shared with halloumi, so there is a cross-contamination risk for strict vegans. Staff are aware and can guide.
The Box Cafe clearly marks vegan options on its own website and in-cafe display. The vegan mezze platter, baklava, and cakes are well-loved by reviewers. However, all meals come from a single shared kitchen and the cafe states it cannot guarantee any dish is completely free of traces of other allergens. Staff are described as friendly and willing to discuss ingredients, but there's no dedicated vegan prep area or accreditation. Ask about specific dishes when you visit.
The venue has a dedicated 'Vegan' menu section with 25+ items, many of which are also labelled gluten-free. Multiple vegan starters, mains, and skepasti options are available. However, the kitchen is shared and many items contain dairy, so cross-contamination is possible. The vegan skepasti uses pitta bread which contains gluten, though some vegan items are naturally gluten-free.
Urbanchai Cambridge has clearly marked vegan options on the HappyCow listing and on their own website, which mentions vegetarian and vegan breakfasts. The HappyCow listing categorises the venue as 'Veg-options' offering vegan choices such as a full vegan breakfast, almond chai, parathas, masala fries, and pani puri. A HappyCow review from a vegan diner confirmed a good-value vegan breakfast with spicy tofu, curried potatoes, masala beans, and a vegan sausage. The kitchen is not fully vegan but offers distinct vegan menu items. Vegan diners should confirm that shared cooking surfaces are handled carefully.
The menu clearly marks several items as VG (vegan): Caponata pizza, Zucchine pizza, Marinara pizza, Pizza Bianca, Biscotti Cioccolato, Pot of Olives, and several gelato flavours. Vegan cheese is available at no extra cost. However, the kitchen is shared with dishes containing cheese, eggs, and meat, and the menu advises checking the allergen guide in store. The vegan options are identifiable but cross-contamination from a shared kitchen is possible.
Vegan options are marked VG on the menu, with several dishes like edamame, dynamite cauliflower, yasai volcano roll, and oyster mushroom bao. The kitchen is shared, so cross-contamination risk exists. Staff can advise on vegan choices.
Spanish market stall with several clearly vegan options: patatas bravas with vegan aioli, aubergine chips, churros with vegan chocolate, and a vegan aubergine sandwich. The owner is happy to discuss dietary requirements. However, the kitchen is shared with meat and dairy dishes (chicken, cheese bocadillo, dairy mayo), and a July 2025 review notes the aubergine bocadillo bread now contains milk, so cross-contamination is possible. Best for vegans who are comfortable ordering from a shared setup.
Zizzi has a separate vegan menu with items coded 'VE' on the main menu, including a vegan pizza with vegan cheese, lentil ragu, and sorbet. However, multiple HappyCow reviews report being served dairy cheese on vegan pizzas on more than one occasion, indicating inconsistent kitchen execution and a risk of cross-contact with non-vegan ingredients.