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Best vegetarian restaurants in Manchester

15 venues in Manchester rated S to B for vegetarian, every tier backed by cited sources.

Purezza Manchester restaurant

Purezza Manchester

Manchester · Vegan · €€

As a fully vegan restaurant, Purezza is also entirely vegetarian. All dishes are plant-based with no meat, fish, or animal by-products. Suitable for all vegetarians.

Mon12:00-22:00
Tue12:00-22:00
Wed12:00-22:00
Thu12:00-22:00
Fri12:00-22:30
Sat12:00-22:30
Sun12:00-21:00
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Dishoom Manchester

Manchester · Indian · Cafe · €€€

Vegetarian options are abundant and clearly marked (V) on every menu, with many dishes naturally vegetarian or easily adapted. The FAQ explicitly lists vegetarian-friendly dining. A dedicated vegetarian group feast is available. Staff are accustomed to vegetarian requests. Shared kitchen but strong labelling and menu variety make this highly reliable.

Mon8am to 11pm
Tue8am to 11pm
Wed8am to 11pm
Thu8am to 11pm
Fri8am to 12am
Sat9am to 12am
Sun9am to 11pm
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Maray Manchester

Manchester · Middle Eastern · Mediterranean · €€

The menu is Middle Eastern sharing plates with many vegetarian options, including a dedicated vegan menu that also suits vegetarians. Staff are knowledgeable and can guide choices. The kitchen is shared, but the variety and staff awareness are strong.

Mon12pm-9pm
Tue12pm-9pm
Wed12pm-9pm
Thu12pm-9pm
Fri12pm-9.30pm
Sat12pm-9.30pm
Sun12pm-6pm
Tampopo Corn Exchange restaurant

Tampopo Corn Exchange

Manchester · Japanese · Thai · €€

Vegetarian options are clearly marked on the menu with a dedicated icon. The restaurant offers a 'Mainly Plant-Based' menu section alongside labelled vegetarian dishes across the main menu. HappyCow categorises the venue as 'Veg-options' (lacto-ovo). No dedicated vegetarian-only prep area is mentioned, and the kitchen handles meat, seafood, and eggs. Vegetarian diners can order confidently by following the menu markings.

Mon11:00–22:30
Tue11:00–22:30
Wed11:00–22:30
Thu11:00–23:00
Fri11:00–23:00
Sat10:30–23:00
Sun10:30–22:00
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Turtle Bay Manchester Oxford Rd

Manchester M1 4WB · Caribbean · Pub · €€

The official menu marks vegetarian options with a dedicated icon across breakfast, small plates, mains, sides, and desserts. Many vegan dishes are also vegetarian. The shared kitchen means cross-contamination with meat/fish is possible but the allergen PDF is available and staff can advise. Reliable for vegetarians who ask.

Mon10am–10:30pm
Tue10am–10:30pm
Wed10am–10:30pm
Thu10am–10:30pm
Fri10am–12am
Sat10am–12am
Sun10am–9pm
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The Banyan Tree

Manchester · Brunch · €€

The menu includes several vegetarian options such as the Vegan Wellington, various breakfast and brunch items, and small plates. HappyCow classifies it as a 'Veg-options' venue. The kitchen is shared, so cross-contamination is possible, but staff are reportedly accommodating.

Mon09:30 - 22:00
Tue09:30 - 22:30
Wed09:30 - 23:00
Thu09:30 - 23:00
Fri09:30 - 00:00
Sat09:30 - 00:00
Sun09:30 - 22:00
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Sweet Mandarin

Manchester · Chinese · Vegan · €€

The menu includes vegetarian options like vegetable spring rolls and salt and pepper tofu, and multiple Find Me Gluten Free reviews mention good vegetarian options. The restaurant's vegan preparation practices (separate cooking) likely benefit vegetarians too, but no specific vegetarian-dedicated equipment or menu was described. Staff are knowledgeable and will flag dietary needs.

MonClosed
Tue5pm to 10:30pm
Wed5pm to 10:30pm
Thu5pm to 10:30pm
Fri5pm to 10:30pm
Sat5pm to 10:30pm
Sun5pm to 10pm
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The Trof

Greater · Pub · €€

Vegetarian options are available and well-listed on the menu, including dishes like mushroom and halloumi burger and tofu katsu curry. The kitchen is shared, so cross-contamination is possible. Staff are noted as attentive to dietary needs.

Mon11:00-23:00
Tue11:00-23:00
Wed11:00-23:00
Thu11:00-00:00
Fri11:00-02:00
Sat09:00-02:00
Sun10:00-23:00
Elnecot restaurant

Elnecot

Ancoats · Brunch · €€

Elnecot has a strong vegetarian offering, with many small plates and mains suitable for vegetarians. The menu is seasonal and changes, but vegetarian options are clearly marked. The kitchen is shared with meat, so cross-contamination is possible. Vegetarian diners should confirm with staff.

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Fenix Restaurant and Bar, Manchester

Manchester M3 3BG · Greek · €€€

Fenix offers a separate veg sharing menu PDF on their website, indicating dedicated vegetarian options. The kitchen is shared, so cross-contamination is possible. Vegetarian diners should confirm with staff.

Mon12pm - 1am
Tue12pm - 1am
Wed12pm - 1am
Thu12pm - 1am
Fri12pm - 1am
Sat12pm - 1am
Sun12pm - 1am

The Market Table offers a wide selection of salads, vegetables, cheeses, and antipasti, and the venue explicitly markets it as suitable for vegetarian guests. However, the kitchen is shared with meat preparation and no dedicated equipment or separate prep area is mentioned. Vegetarian options are clearly available but cross-contamination risk from the shared churrasco kitchen is unaddressed.

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Pieminister

Manchester · Cafe · Vegetarian · €€

Vegetarian options are available, including cheese pies and veggie pies. The menu marks vegetarian items. The kitchen is shared, so cross-contamination with meat is possible. HappyCow and FindMeGlutenFree reviews note good vegetarian choices.

Mon12:00-21:00
Tue12:00-21:00
Wed12:00-21:00
Thu12:00-21:00
Fri12:00-21:00
Sat12:00-21:00
SunClosed
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Pieminister Deansgate

Manchester M3 3NE · Vegan · Vegetarian · €€

Multiple vegetarian pie options are available, including veggie and vegan varieties. The venue's website highlights 'serious veggie, vegan, and gluten free game'. Staff are reported as accommodating. Shared kitchen.

Mon12:00 – 10:00 pm
Tue12:00 – 10:00 pm
Wed12:00 – 10:00 pm
Thu12:00 – 10:00 pm
Fri12:00 – 10:00 pm
Sat11:00 am – 10:00 pm
Sun12:00 – 10:00 pm
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The Pasta Factory

Manchester · Italian · €€€

The menu marks several dishes V (Burrata e Pomodorini, Polenta Tartufo e Parmigiano) and VG (vegan). SquareMeal lists the venue as vegetarian-friendly. Many pasta and antipasti options are vegetarian. Shared kitchen with meat dishes.

MonClosed
Tue5:00pm – 10:00pm
Wed5:00pm – 10:00pm
Thu5:00pm – 10:00pm
Fri5:00pm – 10:00pm
Sat12:00 – 10:00pm
Sun12:00 – 10:00pm
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The Refuge

Manchester · · €€

Vegetarian options are clearly available on the menu, with dishes like sweet potato hummus and cauliflower bravas. Reviews mention a tasty mushroom wellington. The menu is marked with plant-based options, though the kitchen is shared. Good for vegetarians, but those requiring strict separation should inquire further.

Mon10:00 - 23:00
Tue10:00 - 23:00
Wed10:00 - 23:00
Thu10:00 - 23:00
Fri10:00 - 00:00
Sat10:00 - 00:00
Sun10:00 - 22:30