Best vegan restaurants in Manchester

Purezza Manchester

Manchester · Vegan · €⁠€

Purezza is 100% vegan. Every dish, drink, and ingredient is plant-based, and no animal products are used anywhere in the kitchen. This information is confirmed by the venue's own website, menu pages, and multiple independent reviews. The restaurant is ideal for vegans and those avoiding all animal-derived ingredients.

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Dishoom Manchester

Manchester · Indian · Cafe · €⁠€⁠€

Dishoom has a dedicated vegan menu available online and in-café. Many dishes are marked (Ve) on all menus, including a full Vegan Bombay breakfast, vegan naan rolls, and dedicated vegan group feast options. The menu states that dishes suitable for vegan diets are available, and staff are trained to advise. The kitchen is shared, so some cross-contamination risk exists, but the breadth of clearly labelled options and a dedicated vegan menu make this a strongly trusted choice for vegans.

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Maray Manchester

Manchester · Middle Eastern · Mediterranean · €⁠€

Maray offers a dedicated vegan menu with a wide range of sharing plates. Staff are knowledgeable about vegan options. The drinks menu labels non-vegan items. Multiple vegan diners have praised the variety and quality. The kitchen is shared, but the separate menu and staff awareness make Maray a strong choice for vegans.

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Sweet Mandarin

Manchester · Chinese · Vegan · €⁠€

Sweet Mandarin offers a dedicated vegan menu and states that vegan dishes are cooked totally separately from meat dishes. The restaurant states that separate preparation is used for vegan items, which suggests strong cross-contamination control. Multiple community reviews on Find Me Gluten Free note good vegan options. The main menu includes dishes like sweet and sour tofu, salt and pepper tofu, and vegetable spring rolls. Worth confirming with staff on busy nights.

Tampopo Corn Exchange

Manchester · Japanese · Thai · €⁠€

Tampopo provides a separate vegan menu that includes dishes such as glazed sticky tofu, jackfruit rendang, and tofu katsu curry. HappyCow reviewers and the venue's own menus indicate that vegan options are marked on the menu. The main menu uses a 'Vegan' icon for these items. The kitchen is shared, and the allergy disclaimer states that the restaurant cannot guarantee the absence of allergens. No dedicated vegan equipment or separate preparation area is mentioned. Vegan diners can choose from the marked dishes with confidence but should remain aware of shared cooking surfaces.

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The Banyan Tree

Manchester · Brunch · €⁠€

HappyCow lists The Banyan Tree as having clearly labeled vegan options. These include vegan bangers and mash, Cajun cream pasta, a vegan burger, vegan macaroni, and a Vegan Wellington (VG) on the Sunday menu. Plant-based milks are available for coffee. The website states the restaurant caters to vegan diets. The kitchen is shared, so cross-contamination is possible, but staff are reportedly accommodating.

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Turtle Bay Manchester Oxford Rd

Manchester M1 4WB · Caribbean · Pub · €⁠€

The official menu marks vegan dishes with a dedicated icon, covering items such as Vegan Caribbean, Vegan Yardbird, Jackfruit Burger, Curry Okra & Spinach, and several sides and cocktails. The kitchen is shared and cross-contamination is possible, though staff are reported on aggregator reviews to be knowledgeable about allergies. A PDF allergen guide is available. This is a reliable choice for vegan diners who can confirm with staff.

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The Trof

Greater · Pub · €⁠€

Several vegan options are clearly marked on the menu, among them a vegan English breakfast, a beet & white bean burger, sweet potato hash, and a Sunday roast. The kitchen is shared with non-vegan dishes, so cross-contamination is possible. Staff are described as friendly and well-informed about dietary needs.

Elnecot

Ancoats · Brunch · €⁠€

Elnecot offers a range of clearly labelled vegan small plates and brunch options, among them focaccia with broccoli houmous, pearl barley arancini, aubergine mint balls, disco cabbage, and a vegan English breakfast. HappyCow reviewers consistently praise the vegan options as creative and tasty. The menu is seasonal and subject to change, though vegan dishes are marked throughout. The kitchen is shared with meat and dairy, so cross-contamination is possible. Vegan diners should confirm with staff.

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Pieminister

Manchester · Cafe · Vegetarian · €⁠€

Pieminister has several vegan pie options, including Mooless Moo, Chana Rama, and Mock-A-Doodle, along with vegan gravy and vegan mash available on request. Vegan cheese and a vegan pecan pie sundae are also offered. The menu is clearly labelled. The kitchen is shared and pies are cooked in the same oven as non-vegan items, so cross-contamination is possible. HappyCow reviewers confirm good vegan choices but note limited variety at times.

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Pieminister Deansgate

Manchester M3 3NE · Vegan · Vegetarian · €⁠€

Pieminister has vegan pie options (e.g. Mooless Moo, Chana Rama) and the venue's own site states 'serious veggie, vegan, and gluten free game'. A Dish Cult review mentions 'Gorgeous vegan food'. The kitchen is shared, but staff are reported as accommodating. No dedicated vegan kitchen or accreditation noted.

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Fenix Restaurant and Bar, Manchester

Manchester M3 3BG · Greek · €⁠€⁠€

Fenix Restaurant and Bar, Manchester, provides a separate vegan menu PDF on its website, which suggests the availability of dedicated vegan options. The kitchen is shared, so cross-contamination remains possible. The gluten-free dessert option is also the vegan and dairy-free option. Vegan diners are advised to confirm details with staff.

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The Pasta Factory

Manchester · Italian · €⁠€⁠€

Several menu items are labelled VG: House Focaccia, Nocellara Olives, Bread and Olives, Panelle, Gemelli ai Ceci & Tartufo, Ravioli agli Spinaci, Bucatini Aglio e Olio, Reginette Aglio Nero e Peperoni, and Salame di Cioccolato. SquareMeal has confirmed that the team can adjust dishes for vegans. The kitchen is shared, so some risk of cross-contamination with dairy or egg remains.

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The Refuge

Manchester · · €⁠€

Clearly labelled vegan dishes are available, including a vegan Sunday roast with a mushroom wellington and vegan small plates. The restaurant has received positive reviews from vegans for these options. However, the kitchen is shared, and no dedicated vegan-only preparation area or accreditation is mentioned. Marked menu helps with ordering.