Vegan non-profit diner and cocktail bar previously owned by vegan educator Earthling Ed, now owned and run by one of the other co-founders. Menu includes burgers, hot dogs, tofish & chips, vegan prawnz, salads and loaded fries. Large dessert selection. Full-service bar including beer, wine, coffee and a signature cocktail menu. All profits go to Surge Sanctuary. Vegan carvery every Sunday. Card only. Open Tue-Thu 12:00-22:00, Fri-Sat 12:00-23:00, Sun 12:00-18:00. Closed Mon.
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60 Wentworth St, Spitalfields, East London, England, E1 7AL
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Last update on 29 Apr 2025 by JimmySaunders
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Featured Review
hack_man
Points +27879
So much more than words can transmit - Edit
One of the ultimate stand out vegan places I’ve ever been to in my life. The three of us had their famous £22 Sunday Roast extravaganza each selecting a different meat (roast chicken, lamb and turkey). You are also provided with a Yorkshire Pudding then it’s self-service vegetables and all the usual trimmings such as sauces, stuffing and lashings of gravy. I had a bit of everything, piled my plate high then proceeded to devour the whole feast with a pint of their delicious Posh Lager overlooking Petticoat Lane Market. Not a bad way to spend an early Sunday afternoon before hitting The Oval for some T20 cricket action.
Read morePros: Amazing food , Wonderful staff , Ethical interior
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755 Reviews
First Review by Sassyvegan
polent_hc
Points +856
Best fake fish and chips ever - Edit
We had a great time. Food came quick, bacon with sauerkraut was tasty, and the fish and chips were awesome. I will again meet this place. It was great.
Read morePros: Best fake fish and chips , All vegan
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BronteM
Points +614
Will Not Disappoint! - Edit
I was excited to finally try Unity Diner, and
Read moreI can happily say it lived up to the hype! Judging by other reviews it can get busy, but we were lucky to get there at a quiet time in the afternoon when only a handful of other people were there.
The staff who were working were incredibly friendly and welcoming, and made sure we were well looked after during our stay.
The establishment itself is beautifully decorated with artworks on the walls, and there is merchandise available to purchase, with proceeds going to Surge Sanctuary. It is obvious that equally as much care has gone into creating a rather extensive menu, featuring many English favourites. They also cater to everyone - plenty of gluten-free options and non-alcoholic drinks. I've had my sights set on the Tofish & Chips for a long time and it was even better than I'd hoped for. I would say that meals were fairly priced; the large plates are a bit more expensive, but they come in rather large portions.
Definitely give Unity Diner a go if in London, you won't be disappointed!
Pros: Sustainable, non-proft, Super lovely staff, Wheelchair accessible
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GnomeChild
Points +1371
Will come back again! - Edit
I got the garlic greens and the steak and chips with peppercorn sauce, and a vegan propaganda. I also tried some of Purp's chimichurri new potatoes, pan seared cod fillet, chunky fries with garlic aioli, and whiskey sour.
Read moreThe garlic greens were delicious. Very garlicky, and I could have happily eaten more.
I was a little bit disappointed with the steak. The texture was good, but it just tasted salty to me. Steak was my favourite food before going vegan so I had very high hopes, but unfortunately I was a little let down. It wasn't bad, it just wasn't what I was hoping for. I also wasn't into the peas, they were tough and I felt that they didn't go with the rest of the meal. The chips and peppercorn sauce were delicious though and I was stuffed after it.
The vegan propaganda was nice and tangy, although the smell and taste reminded me a little of a new car. (Edit: after seeing the receipt I realise that this is because I was actually served the version with alcohol which is Vegan Propaganda 2.0. I don't drink alcohol often as I find the taste overpowering so a lot of alcohol tastes like window cleaner to me, hence the "new car" taste that I mention above.)
The chimichurri new potatoes were very nice and tasted exactly as I expected.
The pan seared cod was amazing! Crispy and fishy, if I get to come back I will get that for my main meal. However, Purp didn't find it to be very filling, which is why they also ordered chips and garlic aioli. The garlic aioli was amazing! I could have drank it! It was incredibly garlicky without being spicy or overpowering, I wish I could buy a jar of it!
The whisky sour was nice. I don't drink much alcohol as I find the taste of it overpowering, but the whisky taste in this was nicely hidden. I would definitely order one of these myself if I came here again.
My main complaint is that the menu is accessed by scanning a QR code, however when I scanned it, it didn't work for me. Luckily it worked for Purp so I was able to look at theirs. I'm not sure if they have physical menus available, I didn't see any.
Overall it was very nice, a bit expensive but that's to be expected. I would definitely recommend it!
Updated from previous review on 2024-03-02
Pros: Delicious food, Nice location, Fast service
Cons: Expensive, Some dishes not filling, QR code menu wouldn't load on my phone
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Ally307
Points +1877
T H E B E S T R O A S T - Edit
Unity diner, you wowed me. This is FAR beyond the usual vegan roast that you can get these days.
Read moreThis place is also going above and beyond when it comes to vegan activism and making it easy to be a vegan 🌱 💚
My personal highlight were the pigs in blankets, the vegan Yorkshire, the leek gratin and the cauliflower cheese as they are usually so hard to find and it all taste excellent.
Updated from previous review on 2026-01-04
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mike89
Points +37
The best vegan kebab I’ve ever had! - Edit
The best vegan kebab I’ve ever had! Both the texture and the flavor were insane—absolutely out of this world. I’ll definitely be back!
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lidimayra
Points +152
I love it - Edit
I absolutely love Unity.
Read moreAmazing food, always a great service and they do such a beautiful work supporting the Surge Sanctuary. It's def a place I feel good about putting my money on.
Pros: Incredibly delicious food, Great mission and commitment to the cause, Excellent service
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SJS5
Points +1322
Yum dinner - Edit
I wanted to try their Sunday carvery/ Xmas carvery but ended up going on a regular evening and had a very tasty dinner of Tofish coujons, chips, peas and sauce. YUM. My mate had the soy free hot dog and loved hers too. We both had our eye on the sticky toffee pud was way way too full sadly! Next time!
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2025-12-21
Pros: Friendly staff, Buzzy vibe
Cons: Tables bit close to each other
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440hz
Points +1792
Good place for English vegan food - Edit
I had the fish and chips which were quite nice. Cocktails were very good. Atmosphere was nice and lively.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2025-12-21
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desveg
Points +36
A must visit for Vegans - Edit
I went 3 days in a row while on a recent trip to London and have been many times over the years. The food is great, good portion sizes and staff are always friendly. The Sunday carvery buffet is amazing with many choices and it's difficult not to leave absolutely stuffed. It is very popular, so better to book in advance.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2024-11-05
Pros: Great food and drinks, Profits go to Surge Animal Sanctuary, Friendly staff
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MarcoDaniele
Points +352
Ameowzing - Edit
I went 2 times there. Loved the Hot Dog and the Mushroom Sticks wow. Super cute and attentive Service🌱
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AK24
Points +630
Yummy vegan roast - Edit
I tried the vegan roast on a Sunday and there were sooo many options and everything was delicious! Highly recommend trying the vegan roast here.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2023-12-31
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NikGalanis
Points +266
Good experience - Edit
We came to Unity Dinner after many years to try the vegan carvery. The food was ok, parsnips and carrots were hard and we couldn’t eat them. We would have liked more generous meat portions and a couple of smiles from staff but appreciate everyone can have an off day and the restaurant was very busy. Overall a good experience.
Read morePros: Tasty food
Cons: Minimum vegan meat , Hard parsnips and carrots
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RichardWatson
Points +166
Meh - Edit
Slightly disappointed.
Read moreThe server at the carvery gave me a small portion of vegan meat, the vegetables were hard and cold and I couldn’t cut them- for £22 I expected better. Also the staff weren’t the friendliest to us- this is unfortunate as I’ve always been a supporter of Ed and his work.
Cons: Tiny meat portion , Vegetables hard , Vegetables cold
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sophie____
Points +431
Very yum, nice vibe - Edit
Been meaning to try UD for ages and finally went at the random hour of 4pm for a hot chai and a snack. Personally, the whole menu is not my style at all, very fast foody. I chose the chai latte and donner chips. The chai was one of the yummiest I’ve honestly ever had, and the chips were really yum. Will def come back, but would loveee to see some healthier things on the menu, soups, curries, stir fry - just something a bit fresh! The service was stun but the food took ages to come out, which is why it’s a 4/5 not 5/5.
Read morePros: Chai with honeycomb syrup 😍, Friendly staff
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Clclapham24
Points +560
Tourists in London 🍔 - Edit
A Happy Cow find strikes gold again. Wonderful vegan food at Unity Diner. Quiet Friday lunchtime, Doner loaded fries, and a bacon cheese burger. Cool interior - a glowing sign saying ‘The Future is Vegan’; I wholeheartedly hope & agree.
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PortobelloMushroom
Points +474
Fully vegan with lots of options - Edit
Wanted to visit for a while. Staff friendly. Noticed the vegan kebab on entering so I knew I was going to get that. Would love to try the Sunday carvery. Was tempted to get tofu and chips.
Read moreSeasonal drinks, cocktails. Happy hour.
Food was lovely, would have preferred some chips with my kebab. Filling, on the pricey side. Donated to the sanctuary.
Pros: Lots of options, varied menu , Support/ donation to sanctuary , Seasonal drinks
Cons: Pricey. , Would have preferred chips with kebab and + mayo
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trionfale
Points +119
So good - going back soon! - Edit
Very creative dishes, special attention to usual pairings. A great place for special occasions & Sunday carvery.
Read morePlus you can donate to the animal sanctuary they support.
Updated from previous review on 2025-11-21
Pros: Seasonal choices, Beverage variety, Attentive service
Cons: No cons!
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Urška
Points +288
Unity diner - Edit
I did not know it exist, luckily I found this place. A loot of vegan options, very kind staff.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2025-11-21
Pros: Great vegan food, that you can not find it everywh, Kind staff
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CLRtraveller
Points +10548
New location, new Sunday carvery - Edit
I’ve been twice to the Sunday carvery, most recently the “festive” pre-Xmas one. You can go back for more of the side dishes, gravy and condiments and choose one of the mains (several choices) and one Yorkshire pudding (GF option available). I liked most of the dishes; a few were less tasty than others. All good food. Set price, with included gratuity.
Read moreI’ve also attended a fundraising dinner for Surge Sanctuary. It was a set, three-course menu. The starter was interesting and not warm; the main (risotto) was too large a serving; the dessert was nice enough (I liked the ice cream). All three were not colourful at all, so low marks for presentation. The courses were spaced out too far, so it made for a long evening. The staff was working hard.
They have a two-for-one burger offer Mon-Sat, 12-5 pm. I’d like to try some of the regular menu…
OLD review:
I visited when it was located near Old Street. I had the Surge Burger: mushroom/cashew patty on pink beetroot bun, GBP10. The bun bottom didn’t hold up to the moist patty.
Be aware that 12.5% is added to bills. Profits support Earthling Ed and his animal advocacy work.
Updated from previous review on 2019-10-04
Pros: all vegan
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trashbaby
Points +590
Only got the fish and chips - Edit
And it was fine, the serving serve was huge which was great
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2025-10-29
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TiaStreeterHutchins
Points +3201
Amazing- all vegan! - Edit
So many options- everything is delicious. The “fish” and chips were incredible.
Read morePros: Great location, Great option for the hesitant non-vegan, Fun vibe
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xinemachine
Points +217
Vegan Sunday roast! - Edit
The Sunday Carvery is amazing. They have several vegan meats to chose from as a main. I had the chicken and my husband had the lamb. They were both great. It’s the first time I’ve had a Yorkshire pudding since I’ve never seen a vegan one before, having visited the UK 4 times. The rest of the sides are buffet style and they all were delicious. I’ll be back during my next visit to London!
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KathrinFerrell
Points +286
Truly disappointing. The food simply wasn’t good! - Edit
I don’t understand the hype of this place. I get that it has history, but wow, one of our dishes was meh (tofish and chips), and the other one we simply couldn’t eat (something wrapped in ‘bacon’), it was that terrible. And we usually aren’t picky at all. Won’t return and was very disappointed.
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mushroompeep
Points +22
Delicious - Edit
We had the fish and chips and the hotdog, they both tasted amazing! Very generous portions and super nice staff!
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Kimya369
Points +397
Lived up to expectations. - Edit
I had the lobster mushroom roll and love it! I have wanted to visit this place for a long time and it was just as good as I'd hope it would be.
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ChrisS.E.
Points +100
Ein ziemliches hin und her der Gefühle.. - Edit
Wir waren hier voller Erwartung wegen der guten Bewertungen.
Read moreLeider sind wir sehr enttäuscht hier heraus gegangen.
Ich hatte die Rips, sie den Double Burger und zusammen hatten wir noch die Lobster Poutine.
- Bei den Rips waren einfach viel mehr Beilagen als alles andere. Es waren 3 kleine 'Fleisch'- Stücke dran und dann gefühlt dazu 300g Pommes, ein bisschen Cawlslaw und ein kleiner Maiskolben.
- Beim Burger gab es "nur" den Burger ohne irgendwelche Beilagen.
- Die Poutine hatte keinen wirklichen Geschmack gehabt und der 'Käse' innendrin war kein bisschen geschmolzen.
Ich hatte anschließend noch den Biscoff Bliss gehabt welches meinen Mood noch etwas wieder besser machen ließ.
Das Interieur ist ganz nett und schlicht gestaltet. Die Toiletten waren schmierig und klebrig am Boden.
Bei der Kellnerin hatte man den Anschein, dass sie keine Lust hatte zu arbeiten.
Leider rundum einfach zu teuer für zu wenig Essen
Pros: Interieur
Cons: Preise, Kellnerin
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loDDerich
Points +238
Something different - Edit
I aould say, that the food there is special, because I never had something like that. It was not my favorite, but it was not bad. My sauce was very greasy and full of pepper. I guess it was my mistake ordering something that I wasn't sure about.
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