Vegan-friendly
Lacto
Ovo
International
Western
Fast food
Take-out
British

Vegetarian cafe with counter service. Offers a variety of food including vegan cakes. Vegan lunch on Sunday. Reopened Jul 2021. Open Mon-Sun 09:30-17:30.


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73 Reviews

First Review by sussexbunny

shjipstone

Points +292

Mostly Veg
26 Mar 2024

Absolute favourite

This is one of my favourite places in the UK to eat, honestly. Sure, it’s not flashy, but it always delivers such wholesome and delicious and varied home cooked style food. Proper old school vegetarian cooking. Pick one main, two sides and two condiments; even the random ones seem to sing together

mockingbird

27 Mar 2024

KCadventure

Points +1031

Vegan
26 Mar 2024

Really nice breakfast or lunch spot

Lovely vegetarian (mostly vegan) cafe. I had a lovely big vegan cooked breakfast which was really good, and came with sausages they make themselves from a mix! Very nice.
The big breakfast, with extra avocado, only cost £11 which I thought was very reasonable.
I also had a smoothie, which was nice enough, but I'm not sure was worth £6.50. Funny how the food was cheaper than expected but the drinks more expensive.
Lots of nice looking salads laid out for lunch so this would also be a good place for lunch.

AlexWaring

Points +83

Vegan
10 Mar 2024

Nice brunch

We visited here this morning and had a short mothers day brunch. We came with ourr 7 month old baby who was warmly welcomed with some lovely staff chatting with her. We selected a nice food offering and left feeling very satisfied.

Pros: Friendly staff, Vegan chai latte 😋 , Flavoursome food

Pupnik

Points +1404

Vegan
12 Nov 2023

Tasty, healthy food

Popped in here for breakfast as they do some nice options, not just a fry up. We had a tofu scramble on toast and a smashed avocado (make sure to ask to remove the feta if vegan). Both were really nice, I especially liked the mint and chilli flakes with the avocado, and the toasted seeds on both. We also had a fresh orange, carrot, lemon and ginger juice and it was really delicious and refreshing - just what we needed after indulging in a bit too much vegan junk food over the weekend! Staff were also very nice and helpful. Recommended.

emmylou53

Points +32

Vegan
19 Sep 2023

Love this place!

Very tasty vegan and vegetarian breakfasts. Whole food based too!! Staff really friendly and wonderful ethos - recycling, waste reduction, giving away unsold food at the end of the day. Also great location in the Brighton lanes.

Pros: Whole food based.Yum sourdough &homemade bkd beans, Great ethos, Attentive and friendly staff

veggiemumvegandd

Points +121

Vegan
18 Sep 2023

Delicious

Choose a main, 2 sides and 2 toppings. A good selection of mains and hot and cold sides.

Pros: Delicious food , Great drinks, Loads of vegan options clearly labelled

orangensaft

Points +460

Vegan
01 Aug 2023

Quick and tasty

Mostly vegan, lots of options, filling and healthy - no complaints!

Pros: Quick, Tasty, Healthy

Cons: None

Shareen

Points +216

Vegan
24 Jun 2023

Favourite Brighton Eatery!

Highly recommended for great, fresh, vegan and gluten free food. We were even more impressed this time than we were before as it is almost entirely vegan now, freshly decorated, great choice of food, super coffee, and so, so tasty! Brighton offers a great range of vegetarian and vegan cafes and restaurants, and we have been fortunate enough to have tried several of them. Without a doubt though, this is our favourite. The range of food, the friendly atmosphere, the great location, it can't be beaten. Don't miss the opportunity of trying the food here, it is outstanding!

WillH1

Points +485

Vegan
21 May 2023

Lovely fresh food

Great variety of options and well listed ingredients and allergens. Got the main 2 sides and 2 toppings deal and was a great filling yet healthy feeling lunch.

Pros: Lots of vegan options , Fresh & healthy food

YasEats

Points +4767

Vegan
20 Apr 2023

4 stars as one item had a wrong label

Half way through my salad, noticed the 'vegan' cheese tasted like dairy feta. Turns out it was. Was so disappointed considering such a mistake should not happen in a place like this. Staff were so nice and immediately asked if I wanted a refund but I declined as I did go for the food. Was offered a replacement instead. Food was some of the best I've had including the vegan pesto and tzatziki. I plan to visit again during my stay in Brighton.

Picked this place as I was looking for whole food type of place as I was craving some vegetables. Was not disappointed.

Pros: Cooked meals

mockingbird

Points +2269

Vegan
03 Apr 2023

Classic vegetarianism

Well established veggie cafe with an old school vibe. It’s always busy because of its location in the lanes so loads of salads prepared ahead and quick turn around on tables.

kellydibbert

16 Dec 2023

Neil_G

Points +201

Vegan
09 Nov 2022

Lots of tasty vegan choices

Counter service restaurant that offers mains plus sides. Apart from a couple of things that have cheese, pretty much all vegan. We had chili and arancini as mains, with side salads. Each was good. Clearly popular from the lunchtime crowd.

AlDickinson

Points +42

Vegan
08 Nov 2022

Loved it!

Stunning food, lovely friendly staff!

Pros: Lots of vegan options all clearly labelled, Fantastic choice overall, great tasting fresh food, Very wallet friendly

Cons: Absolutely none that I could think of!

georgia92

Points +56

Vegan
05 Nov 2022

Delicious fresh and affordable

Great wide variety of vegan dishes changing daily, a super affordable and filling place for lunch on the go. It’s always busy but you’re never waiting long for a seat. Highly recommend to any vegans visiting Brighton.

Pros: Very affordable , Healthy options

Cons: Table sharing

NathanDavies

Points +88

Vegan
24 Aug 2022

Beautiful Wholesome Whole Food

A vegetarian kitchen with the majority of food being vegan and clearly labelled. Healthy affordable whole foods that are filling, tasty and served with kindness.

Updated from previous review on 2022-08-24

Pros: Most of the food is vegan , Amazing service, Affordable

Cons: Some food choices contain dairy

NelleW

Points +640

Vegan
07 Aug 2022

Good Food

I tend to go here whenever I am in Brighton. Friendly staff, great variety of vegan options.

Yesterday I got Thai sweetcorn fritters served with peanut and sweet chilli sauce with broccoli and wedges, hot sauce and coriander and lime. Everything was delicious and decent portions

SDev

Points +17

Vegetarian
30 Jul 2022

Great find

Amazing Vegetarian eatery with heaps of choices for Vegans also. Food was great and staff very friendly. I had the lunch time meal deal - a main of your choice, two salads and two toppings and came away happy and stuffed . Does get busy ….. but for good reason 💚💚

MarkOrgan

Points +36

Vegan
17 Jul 2022

Good value

Good value , quick service and plenty of choice though sometimes all the vegan items can be spicy

kathylee

Points +165

Vegan
15 Jul 2022

Must visit when in Brighton

Iydea does a great choice of a main and 2 sides and 2 toppings for about £8.50. I had vegan arancia and I had gorgeous potato wedges and apple coleslaw with vegan tzatziki and salsa. It was delicious and just the right amount for lunch and get me through an afternoon of stomping round Brighton.
A must-visit place when in Brighton and I’m pleased to see them back in action after the fire and Covid restrictions.

Pros: Good vegan options, Good variety and price, Lovely atmosphere

zoebarnes77

Points +626

Vegan
11 Jul 2022

Wish we had tried the salads

We popped in for brunch and managed to get avo, hummus and tomatoes on toast before they stopped serving hot food.

Unfortunately we could smell burnt toast and heard they had no more bread so thought we may end up with the last of the bread which is now burnt? Our fears were realised and unfortunately the bread was a little singed. The ingredients were fresh and covered the toast enough to take the edge off the burnt taste.

We also shared a pecan slice, which was yum 🤤 and a couple of juices.

They then started the salads for lunch which looked amazing, they served them in a similar method as subway and you could pick what you wanted in your salad. Next time we will come and try the salad!

The staff were friendly and the venue central with plenty of seating inside and some outside.

Updated from previous review on 2022-07-11

Pros: Lots of vegan options , Fresh ingredients , Salads looked amazing

Cons: Burnt toast , Not all vegan

wilsonschneidg

Points +2615

Vegan
14 May 2022

Healthy and lots of choice

Great place to eat. You get a lot of choice and the portions are very big & healthy! Not only were the options varied but the food tasted delicious. Very much recommend 🥬

emmed

Points +202

Vegan
02 May 2022

Amazing lunch!!

So happy to see this had re opened! Always used to be my favourite place for lunch!! So much choice and the food tastes so great! Lovely helpful staff too 🤗

Stephieleigh

Points +432

Vegan
11 Mar 2022

Vegetarian Haven in Brighton’s North Laine Area

Lovely welcome, great coffee and a fabulous choice of vegetarian and vegan food to choose from behind glass counters.

Pros: Lots of vegan options, Great coffee, Lovely welcome

LauraKarpodinis

Points +98

Vegan
26 Feb 2022

So good!

Walked in on a whim cause it was so colourful and inviting- goddamn the food was good especially those THICK potatoes :)) highly recommend

Annalisstar

Points +144

Vegan
14 Feb 2022

Fantastic canteen style restaurant

Friendly staff, great quality food with decent quality depending on lunch deal you choose. Good coffee and wide hot cold and alcoholic drinks offering. Favourite lunch place to eat in and chat and people watch in lanes location.

Pros: Something for everyone , Fresh homemade salads and mains , Lovely staff

Cons: When things run out 🥲🥲

CatherinePalmer

Points +200

Vegan
07 Dec 2021

Very welcoming

I've been meaning to visit this place for a few years now as I've only heard great things and seen photos of beautiful food, but due to Covid and fire damage I had to be very patient. A few days ago I finally had the opportunity to as I'd had a busy day in town and needed a bite to eat. Unfortunately I arrived a bit too late to enjoy the full range as they were closing soon and they only had takeaway leftover boxes left (great idea to save on food waste by the way). However, the place was cosy and the staff were so warm and friendly. I had a sweet potato curry that the staff were more than okay with me quickly sitting down to eat, even though it was close to closing time. The curry felt very much like comfort food to me and was delicious. I will definitely be visiting again many times in the future😄

Pros: Reasonably priced , Great staff, Warm atmosphere

SianWilliams

Points +121

Vegan
04 Sep 2021

Joy on a plate

I love this place! The vast majority of the dishes on offer today were vegan and each of the ones I tried were delicious. You get to choose a main and two sides plus two toppings for under £10 and you get a very decent serving. All delicious!

Pros: Lots of creative vegan options , Fresh and delicious taste, Friendly and buzzing




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