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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Featured Review
hack_man
Points +27656
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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748 Reviews
First Review by Sassyvegan
AK24
Points +574
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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SophiePark
Points +395
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 +438
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 +278
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 +10302
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 +589
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 +3193
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 +216
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 +393
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 +96
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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colleen48
Points +293
Lots of vegan meat alternatives! - Edit
It was good but more of a one and done kind of place. I went for the Sunday roast and it was pretty similar to thanksgiving food in the states. It was cool to have a vegan-style buffet, but most of the options were a little too heavy for me
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edav344
Points +3483
Amazing Sunday carvery! - Edit
I visited unity diner on a Sunday and a non-sunday. On the regular, non-sunday, menu, there are so many options to choose from. The tofish bites were incredible. I had the steak 2.0 as well, but it wasn't quite as good as the tofu. The biscoff Sundae was delicious.
Read moreThe Sunday Carvery buffet is top notch. You get one main - I chose the mushroom Wellington which was phenomenal - one Yorkshire pudding, and as many sides as you can eat, buffet style. The crispy potatoes, vegan crackling, Brussels sprouts, and roasted carrots and parsnips were my favorite. And then for dessert we tried the sticky toffee pudding which was great, and the deep fried Yorkshire sundae which was incredible! So much food and so delicious. Highly recommend! Plus part of the proceeds benefit animals at surge sanctuary 🥰
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TreezyG
Points +44
Disinterested staff - Edit
Was really looking forward to eating here after reading so many good reviews.
Read moreThe food was ok, nothing special, my main was lukewarm and I had to send it back. They did actually re make my food rather than reheat it, which was nice!! But what was really disappointing was the waitress and other staff just looked so bored and disinterested, not a welcome or a smile. Everything just seemed like it was too much trouble. The bill was £146 for 3 of us without desserts. I was shocked, I suppose this is normal for London, but imo it wasn't worth it. As I said, nothing special and definitely won't waste my time or money there again. What a shame as the old Unity Diner was lovely.
Pros: Convenient, Fully vegan, Gf options
Cons: Service, Overpriced, Ridiculously small portions
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amandelmelk
Points +691
WOW!! - Edit
My husband and I went for their Sunday carvery after wanting to go to Unity Diner ever since we were together in London in 2019. I must say, the Sunday roast really blew my expectations!! I had the roast chicken and my husband had the braised turkey with all the trimmings and a yorkshire pudding. I must say, this might have been one of the best meals I have had in a long long time.
Read moreI really wish we had time to test out their al a carte menu during the weekdays, but that just means we'll have an excuse to travel to London again!
Pros: Amazing vegan comfort food, Non-profit, Good vibes
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Heike.St
Points +1688
Great vegan food. - Edit
We came here twice for dinner:
Read moreFrom the regular menu we got the tofish, London cheese burger and the Shoreditch Cheese Steak. The tofish was the best we had in England; quite soft and not too fishy (the toddler ate almost all of it.) Also the tartar was great.
Burger was good, nothing too special. Cheese Steak Roll was also great, but messy to eat.
The second evening we were there for the Sunday Carvery. Everything tasted great. We even got to try all three meats (chicken; turkey and lamb). Texture wise the turkey and lamb were quite similar; one in brown sauce, the other in lighter sauce. The chicken tasted like vegan chicken bites you can buy at the store and make at home.
Not sure, how Yorkshire pudding is suppose to taste. Tasted a bit like a mashed potato muffin. Not bad, but definitely an interesting side dish. ;)
From the other side dishes the cauliflower cheese and the cabbage pea mix was my favorite.
I tried a bit of all the sauces. But I guess I just don’t have the British insider knowledge of how to combine the sauces with the food.
We also tried the Sundae! Very good. And the mocktail happy hour deal.
Many seats, but reservation is definitely recommend. Fills up fast after 6:30pm.
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JoshWaterfield
Points +25
The Future is Vegan - Edit
There was so much choice that you can't help but feel spoiled. We opted for variety and selected a number of small plates in the form of Crispy Tofish Bites, Smokey Mushroom Skewers, Golden Calamari Rings, Loaded Fries, and the Peri Peri Chicken Skewers - we couldn't recommend them enough. Everything is created with such care and accuracy that Unity Diner demonstrates a perfect example of going plant-based and retaining all your favourite dishes. I can't wait to go back and try the vegan carvery.
Read morePros: Brilliant food, Entirely Vegan, Wonderful Staff
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izzys
Points +476
A cracking roast! - Edit
Unity Diner have delivered a great vegan alternative to a traditional pub cravery. It probably wasn’t the best meal I’ve ever had, but it was tasty and filling and hit the spot - which is exactly what you want from a Sunday roast! You can choose your main (chicken, turkey, lamb, nut roast or mushroom wellington) then you add as many toppings and sides as you like. You could even go back for seconds (although we didn’t manage to do that!)
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2025-10-05
Pros: Completely vegan, Serve yourself (bar main + yorkie) so customisabl, Decent prices for location and quantity
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fruityjuicyluce
Points +307
Nice to see it back - Edit
First time visiting. Lovely to see this place had a chance to try again after reopening.
Read moreMe and my husband enjoyed our visit and did say we'd go again!
Chips were banging and my husband's steak was lovely.
Did find it a little pricey for what it was.
Pros: Flavour
Cons: Price
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angmack
Points +218
Great meal & service - Edit
Had a wonderful and memorable meal here (23 Sept). I thankfully did not over order which is easy to do when dining solo ☺️. Great wine, food was delicious and perfectly prepared. Loved everything!
Read morePros: Solid service , Great variety on menu, Dessert & espresso martini
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redshift
Points +866
Amazing place! - Edit
Went here after many years away and I enjoyed the food and I love the ethos of the place. ‘Tofuish and chips’ was amazing!
Read moreI did feel the service was a tad awkward though in the sense that I wasn’t made to feel welcome.
Updated from previous review on 2025-09-24
Pros: Great food, Vegan, Not for profit
Cons: Expensive £18 tofu and chips!
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