Whether you're a committed vegan, a lifelong vegetarian, or simply looking to eat a little less meat, the city is brimming with restaurants that go far beyond the token veggie option. From creative Asian-inspired small plates to reimagined Irish classics, Belfast's best restaurants are putting vegetarian and vegan food firmly in the spotlight!
EDŌ
EDŌ brings a relaxed dining experience where you can enjoy the tastes of the best ingredients from around Europe. EDŌ have a vegan and vegetarian menu which includes tapas and sharing plates, and vegetarians can tuck into vegetable paella, batatas bravas and classic tortillas.
Dumpling Library
Tucked into St. Anne's Square in Belfast's Cathedral Quarter, Dumpling Library is a must-visit for lovers of Asian cuisine. Their menu is packed with vegetarian-friendly options, looking after their plant-based diners. From beautifully crafted dumplings and bao buns to flavour-packed bibimbap, the menu offers a wonderful array of dishes that are as satisfying as they are creative.
Home
The food at Home is vibrant and bold, yet familiar and comforting. Made fresh every day, Home aims to source their foods locally from Northern Ireland or as close to home as they can get. They cater for a range of diets including vegetarian, vegan and gluten free. Dishes have included cauliflower steak, salt and pepper tofu , and chickpea and split pea dahl. The menu changes often and booking is now open for indoor dining.
Holohan's Pantry
Tucked away on University Road, Holohan's Pantry provides a warm, homely atmosphere and authentic Irish cooking. The restaurant's signature dish, the Irish boxty, is available in both vegetarian and vegan versions, so you won't have to miss out on this traditional potato pancake experience. Whether you're vegan, vegetarian, or simply curious, Holohan's Pantry proves that plant-based Irish food can be every bit as hearty and satisfying as the classics.

The Ivy Belfast Brasserie
The Ivy on Donegall Place is a destination dining experience like no other. Open all day from breakfast through to late evening, this elegant brasserie is a destination for any occasion. With a varied menu that caters to a wide range of dietary preferences, vegetarian and vegan diners will find plenty to love.
Tetto Rooftop Restaurant and Garden
Perched above the Bullitt Hotel, Tetto is a stylish Italian restaurant serving up the classics in a warm and intimate setting. With a menu centred around wood-fired pizzas, handmade pasta, and sharing plates, there's plenty on offer for vegetarian and vegan diners looking for a satisfying Italian night out.
The Old Inn
The Old Inn offers a hearty Vegan & Vegetarian menu any day of the week. Why not try their tasty Spring Vegetable & Garlic Linguine or Courgette, New Potato & Chick Pea Goan Curry for mains. When you dine at the Old Inn expect quality cooking, exceptional drinks, and the best service – embodying a playful blend of tradition.
Ben Madigan's Bar & Kitchen
Ben Madigan’s Bar and Kitchen is a welcoming community bar in the North of the City. Their cosy welcoming pub serves lunches and main meals from 12 noon 7 days per week. They also have an extensive Vegetarian and Vegan menu for those guests that want to limit their meat intake or prefer a plant based diet.
HALT at Weavers Cross
In the heart of Belfast, HALT is the city's newest street food and social hub, bringing together a handpicked selection of independent vendors under one roof. The variety on offer is part of what makes it such a great option for groups with different dietary preferences, with cuisines ranging from Japanese-inspired flavours and comforting bagels at Bodgea Bagel Ltd, there's something to satisfy every appetite. Whether you're after a plant-based bite, a quick snack, or a full feast, the mix of vendors means vegetarians and vegans can graze and explore alongside their meat-eating companions without compromise.
Little Wing Pizzeria
Little Wing Pizzeria have a great selection of vegetarian and vegan dishes on the menu. They have even developed their most popular dishes and created new ones for their Little Wing Vegan Menu.
Shed Bistro
Shed Bistro offers the perfect dining experience for an informal, funky lunch or the ultimate dinner bistro experience. Their ethos is to deliver hand-crafted contemporary dishes in a relaxed space. With food this good it’s worth booking a table so you don’t miss out on their panco breaded baked aubergine.
Howard Street
Howard Street serves up full flavoured dishes created from the current season’s ingredients, sourced locally by their chefs. Vegetarian dishes include curried risotto, wild mushroom linguine and potato and caramelised onion gratin.
AMPM
A restaurant for every occasion, open Tuesday to Sunday, serving afternoon tea, exceptional express lunch dishes, classic and contemporary cocktails, intimate dinners and hosting unforgettable events (for all the right reasons). Enjoy a three course meal from AMPM’s vegan menu.
2Taps Wine Bar
A Spanish and European inspired tapas restaurant, their aim has always been to make you feel at home with a relaxed and casual dining experience along with all the excitement of a summer celebrations. 2Tap’s large menu includes vegan and vegetarian tapas, salads and deserts, 2Taps caters for all tastes.

mrDeanes
From one of Belfast's most celebrated names in hospitality, mrDeanes Bistro Bar Social on Howard Street blends warmth and laid-back charm with the culinary excellence Michael Deane has become renowned for over decades. The à la carte menu showcases many beloved Deanes' classics, but vegetarians and vegans are equally well catered for with dedicated menus that give plant-based dining the same care and attention as everything else on offer.
Horatio Todd's
Horatio Todd’s, in Ballyhackamore, is a comfortable, welcoming local pub and restaurant, named after a very well known local pharmacist who ran a shop in the area. Horatio Todd’s caters for different diets with gluten free and vegetarian menus available. Dishes include mushroom and garlic risotto and coconut vegetable curry.
La Taqueria
Super authentic Mexican street food paired with a banging cocktail menu, served in a relaxed space with a causal vibe. There is a range of vegan options available so be sure to check their menus out on their website!
Coppi
Coppi specialises in simple Italian classics big on flavour and offers a range of cichetti (Italian style tapas), starters, main courses, pizzette and pasta freshly made daily. Coppi is a great choice for vegetarians with cichetti small plates available for a mix and match meal with gnocchi, ravioli and risotto options available on the menu. Vegan? They can alter various of their veggie options to make them vegan friendly, just ask your server!
Hope Street Restaurant
Hope Street Restaurant is offering fresh, high quality Northern Irish ingredients creating a varied menu with the focus firmly on great seasonal produce. They offer a spacious 78-seater dining experience with BYO.
Oui Poutine
Award winning Food truck, Oui Poutine, dedicates its offering to the French Canadian dish called Poutine, which is fresh cut fries, cheese curds and a special gravy sauce as well as other Canadian staples. They offer a variety of toppings and can cater for Vegan and Gluten free diets. They have regular specials on the go.
7 Spice
The restaurant is a modern infused restaurant with an authentic taste of the Bangladeshi cuisine. It’s not just about spice; it’s about the flavours that arrive from the best ingredients of the seasons. All their food is freshly prepared on the day and they offer vegetarian and vegan options.
National Trust Cream Tea
Selected National Trust properties, including Mount Stewart and Castle Ward, offer a vegan-friendly cream tea. Tuck into a plain scone, served with luxurious oat milk vegan cream and hot drinks with milk alternatives.