Vegan-friendly
Lacto
Ovo
Organic
Beer/Wine
Bakery
European
French
Non-veg

Serves meat, vegan options available. Offering includes vegan cakes and baked vegan donuts; tempeh and dishes which can be veganized. Uses oatly cream, vegan mozzarella, tofu, and such for the vegan dishes. Soup is always vegan. Counter offers salads. Open Mon 09:00-15:30, Tue-Wed 09:00-17:00, Thu-Fri 09:00-21:30, Sat-Sun 09:00-17:00.


45 Reviews

First Review by DomiNika

picklejuice3005

Points +24

Vegan
02 Dec 2025

Good vegan breakfast

Full vegan breakfast is good and hearty, variety within it. However could have more vegan options on the menu as you are limited to full vegan breakfast or tempeh sandwich for breakfast

Pros: Fully vegan option, Plant based milks, Nice atmosphere

Cons: Only 2 main options for vegans

soydumplings

Points +1918

Vegan
02 Nov 2025

Slay vegan options

I was so surprised at how many vegan options Partisan had!
I got the tempeh sandwich which was done so well. The tempeh was drenched in flavour and went perfectly with all of its accompaniments such as avocado and vegan mayo. The bread it was served on was crusty ciabatta - it was such a good combo!

My partner got the vegan breakfast and wow! It had harissa tofu, tempeh bacon, homemade beans, crispy potatoes, avocado and roasted tomatoes. Each element was done amazingly - so delicious!

Pros: Amazing vegan food , Lots of options

Lulu2020

Points +136

Vegan
26 Oct 2025

Lovely breakfast

I really enjoyed the vegan breakfast it had tofu, tempeh, beans, avocado, tomatoes, mushroom and a gorgeous bread.

Pros: Breakfast, Friendly

Cons: No soya milk. Just oat or coconut., Could be more options on the menu.

ToeKneeOni

Points +405

Vegan
13 Oct 2025

A solid vegan breakfast option

I came here on a Monday morning because the 2 vegetarian restaurants in the city were closed, but I was not disappointed. There's only a couple vegan options on the menu, and they only offer oatmeal as an alternative for beverages, but the couple options are very well thought out and prepared.

The vegan breakfast skillet is a generous portion of scrambled tofu, tempeh, beans, guacamole, toast, tomatoes, and mushroom.

Updated from previous review on 2025-10-13

Pros: Thoughtful, flavorful vegan option

Cons: Only one alternative milk option

Essie.PW

Points +16

Vegan
24 Jun 2025

Amazing vegan breakfasts!

Stayed in the city last year and came here twice for our breakfast, absolutely delicious food!

Pros: Food, Atmosphere, Staff

EEvans

Points +203

Vegan
05 Apr 2025

10/10 Vegan skillet

Definitely book ahead if you can as there were people waiting for it to open on a Saturday morning.

Sensational vegan skillet, it was pricey however each element was crafted with such skill, care and excellent flavours it was well worth the price

They also had a vegan cake option at the time we went, possibly they have more at other times as it looks like a varying selection

Updated from previous review on 2025-04-05

Pros: Amazing breakfast 11/10

KatyMcDonald

Points +54

Vegan
21 Feb 2025

Best Vegan Breakfast to Date!

This little coffee shop looks great from the outside and when you go inside it just gets better! When you enter you will be faced with a counter full of delicious looking bakes to get your mouth watering! The staff are really welcoming and friendly and the interior has interesting bits to catch your attention all over the place! The music was chilled and gave a nice vibe.
I was seated downstairs and had the vegan breakfast. It was the best vegan breakfast I think ove ever had! It was so tasty and left me really satisfied and fueled to explore York for the day.
I really enjoyed it all but the highlights of the dish were the slices of tempeh hiding under the potatoes, the slices of fesh sourdough and the smokey home made baked beans.
There could have been more vegan options, but I was really happy with what was on offer on the menu and would highly recommend this place!
There was a delicious sounding dahl for a lunch option and a few vegan cakes to choose from, as well as some freshly baked sourdough.

Updated from previous review on 2025-02-21

Pros: The vegan breakfast was the best I have had!, The staff were very friendly and welcoming , The coffee shop atmosphere was great

Cons: There could have been more vegan options

Smaskens

Points +258

Vegan
19 Feb 2025

Great

The food and hot chocolate was tasty.

Pros: Many options, Very tasty, Friendly staff

Cons: Not very many tables

jesscsharn

Points +57

Vegan
01 Dec 2024

Great vegan breakfast

There was only two options, a breakfast or breakfast sandwich was a little disappointing but the breakfast was amazing! Everything was homemade and you could tell there was thought behind what was in the skillet. Fresh and vibrant!

Pros: Fresh, Well thought out, Flavourful

Cons: Long wait time, Limited options, On the expensive side

gearsforqueers

Points +2156

Vegan
10 Nov 2024

Best vegan breakfast

Had the vegan breakfast and it was one of my top two vegan breakfasts of all time - tied with the herbarium in Lancaster... (old rivalries die hard) really delicious tofu scramble, homemade baked beans, roasted tomatoes, potatoes and more.

Everything is super fresh, the venue is really friendly and welcoming, with some excellent art.

Also has a great selection of cakes.

LucyNorton

Points +450

Vegan
08 Oct 2024

Lovely breakfast

Amazing vegan breakfast, lovely cafe and staff.

ElinAnnaElvira

Points +62

Vegan
09 Sep 2024

Delicious vegan brunch

Nice spot with a delicious vegan brunch. Would definitely consider coming back.

Twinkle171

Points +32

Vegan
10 Aug 2024

Good vegan breakfast sandwich

Delicious ciabatta sandwich with marinated tempeh. It was huge-qlmost like a BLT. My only criticism is that the bread to tempeh ratio was a bit off.

Happy_Bart

Points +4474

Vegan
09 Jul 2024

Great breakfast

Lovely venue with lots of character. Some nice vegan options and great coffee!

HarleyJones-Ryley

Points +1005

Vegan
08 Jul 2024

Delicious breakfast

Very very tasty breakfast, the tofu was absolutely gorgeous. Only criticism was that there was a bit too much oil for my liking, but it was a delicious breakfast nonetheless!

Ascoles

Points +440

Vegan
01 Apr 2024

Second time just as good

Can’t recommend enough! Visited during Winter 2021, and again yesterday when visiting York again. Partisan was the one place (attraction or restaurant) we knew we must visit on our return to York! There are an array of flavours and rustic colours across the vegan breakfast and it’s very well cooked. The tofu scramble was a little more runny this time and the flat mushrooms a little less succulent at the stalk but still my favourite breakfast selection anywhere ever. I believe the flat mushrooms were a little more spiced/herby last time and would love that to return. Long black lovely also!

Updated from previous review on 2024-04-01

Pros: Artwork and decor, Coffee, Food

Cons: Limited vegan baked

gtakesphotos101

Points +34

Vegan
20 Feb 2024

One of my go-tos for brunch in York

Fellow vegans, please try the vegan breakfast at Partisan. I visited last year with a friend and had the vegan breakfast, and it left so much of an impression on me that when taking a visiting friend out for brunch, we had to stop here and I had to have it again.
I'm not a massive lover of tempeh but even that is delicious, and the tofu scramble is insane. If you're in York looking for the vegan equivalent of a breakfast plate this is definitely one of the best places to get it.
We were waiting for our food for quite awhile however we were gifted a free coffee and vegan cake (super soft and moist) so we definitely weren't complaining.
In terms of vibe of the place, we were put into the new restaurant, which was maybe lacking in atmosphere a little compared to the small and quirky interior of the original.
Definitely will be going back again sometime soon!

Updated from previous review on 2024-02-20

Pros: Great selection of vegan baked goods to pick from , Vegan breakfast!! , Let dogs visit :))

Cons: Bit of a wait on food, if in a rush maybe pass

veganscoffer

Points +1063

Vegan
19 Dec 2023

Vegan Breakfast

Vegan breakfast served in a skillet with a side of toast. Really nice tofu ‘scrambled egg’ and meat substitute of tofu.

Pros: Vegan milks available

Cons: Could do with more vegan options, No soya milk

EddyMaya

Points +1133

Vegan
06 Dec 2023

Tasty vegan breakfast

Nice café and bakery in the centre of York. Full vegan breakfast is substantial and very tasty. It's very popular so booking is recommended, especially at weekends.

Veggiesplease

Points +98

Vegan
04 Nov 2023

The bread tho

Best espresso I had in York, lovely breakfast, ended up going back for a loaf of their bread for the journey home.

Pros: Great coffee, Gooood sourdough

AndrewBee

Points +124

Vegan
19 Aug 2023

Delicious vegan breakfast

The vegan breakfast was so damn tasty - lots of seating options, inside/outside/inside a marquee!

There was a queue to get in but moved fast (10am sat morning) its worth waiting for tho if you do have a slow queue, really the best vegan breakfast i have had. Amazing flavours.

Pros: Nice staff, Nice seating areas, Nice breakfast

Cons: Its maybe TOO popular!

Corralbe

Points +48

Vegan
18 Aug 2023

Amazing Vegan Full English

I loved my vegan full English breakfast this morning and my oat milk cappuccino. The quality of the food and the care taken in preparing it really impressed me - many places just offer "alternatives", while this cafe really put a nice effort in providing nice food for us😄five stars!

Updated from previous review on 2023-08-18

Pros: Vegan Full English Breakfast , Oat Milk Cappuccino

louih

Points +62

Vegan
08 Aug 2023

Vegan breakfast

Absolutely gorgeous including the bread. Just a little pricey

Allton

Points +32

Vegan
22 Jun 2023

Oily

Ordered the tempeh sandwich and really was not a fan. The bread was soggy with oil, the plate was greasy and it left me feeling sick. Wouldn't order again and I would check other places before returning.

Pros: Atmosphere , Nice server

Cons: Few vegan choices , Oily, Charge on milk alternative

SavannahLloyd

Points +178

Vegan
03 Apr 2023

Amazing food

High price point for a casual breakfast but absolutely worth it! Amazing amazing food, unreal atmosphere & great staff. A must if in York.

EmoeyJoey

Points +48

Vegan
19 Aug 2022

Vegan Breakfast to Break Your Fast

The vegan breakfast is a great option for your vegan needs. It was more filling than I expected and had a ton of flavor. Only wish I could have had a second piece of bread to help sop up the tasty juices.

Content:
Baked Beans - reminded me of BBQ flavor
Avocado - perfect ripeness
Chimichirri - really flavorful
Tempeh Sausage - good texture and flavor
Roasted potatoes - cooked well with herbs and oil
Tofu scramble - creamiest/liquid-y scramble I’ve ever had and surprisingly good.
Roasted tomatoes on the vine - really juicy and flavorful
Vegan butter spread - the usual
Leafy greens - for decoration mostly

Updated from previous review on 2022-08-19

Mikkydee

Points +20

Vegan
24 Jul 2022

Breakfast served in skillet!

Could do with upping their vegan options, however the breakfast was delicious and eating under the marquee on a sunny morning made it extra special, will be visiting again.🙂🙂

Pros: Skillet served + sourdough, Friendly staff

Cons: Little less grease in skillet would be appreciated




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