Italian-Korean fusion restaurant serving a health-based menu. Dishes include kimchi pasta, sushi burger, mushroom gnocchi, and kimchi sausage. Free kimchi & pasta cooking workshops available (check social media for info). No heated oil, refined sugar, or preservatives. Order takeout by phone or email veganyes2016@gmail.com. Open Mon-Wed 16:00-21:00, Thu-Fri 12:00-22:00, Sat 11:00-22:00, Sun 11:00-20:00.
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64 Brick Lane, Shoreditch, East London, England, E1 6RF
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- Wheelchair accessible
- Cash only
- Free Wi-Fi
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Last update on 30 May 2025 by MauroDeLuca
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Added by robz on 22 Aug 2017
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221 Reviews
First Review by TeaTüür
Leander610
Points +24
Good food from very likeable people - Edit
Food was very good and was served super fast. The restaurant is very sweet and cosy. Staff and also the owner / cook nice, friendly, polite and so helpful, great tips for other vegan food spots.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2026-01-07
Pros: Ambiance, Kimchi explanation and trial, Personnel and owner/cook
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ahimsa_chef
Points +333
Great Spot! - Edit
I had lunch here recently. I loved the sushi burger, which is visually appealing as well as delicious. The whole shop is quite visually appealing as well, with various decorations and kombucha jars. The menu has a lot of variety for a small restaurant, and many of the items have been uniquely created by the chefs. Both owners had a chat with me. Highly recommend!
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2025-12-26
Pros: Visually appealing, Great fusion concept (Korean/Italian), Nice vibe
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BroccoliSoup
Points +260
Overpriced for subpar facilities & tax dodging - Edit
An all round pretty weird experience, even by vegan standards.
Read moreNo toilet facilities on site, even though my main was £23.50 for a plate of fairly basic tomato beans and bread, with a 10% service charge on top.
They don't supply VAT receipts because they're not VAT registered. I find it hard to believe their turnover is less than £90k annually, so maybe the cash payments aren't all recorded. Feels like a tax dodge...
If you're a kimchi fan, worth checking out though
Pros: Desserts
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TimWood
Points +354
Love this place! - Edit
Been here a few times and always love it. Had the kimchi pasta, chocolate mousse and mochi. Loved it all. So many different dishes to choose from you can never get bored of the food or atmosphere ❤️
Read morePros: So much to choose from , Amazing staff
Cons: Once you eat that mochi you will want so many more
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johnnyhp
Points +16
OMG! - Edit
Was looking for a place to eat pre-gig with a (non veggie) friend and stumbled on this. As a big foodie i was excited and fearful in equal measure about Korean-Italian fusion.
Read moreI needn't have worried! The food was incredible! I loved the Poppognocci especially! Also, the service was brilliant and the pride they take in what they do was evident.
I'll be making this a destination restaurant. Vegan, different, delicious and friendly. Couldn't ask for more really.
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sonja_rtr
Points +30
Overcooked Pasta - Edit
The owners are very nice, I enjoyed the kimchi, but the pasta was overcooked. Just a big batch of goo. Might also be, because it‘s gluten free.
Read moreWouldn‘t recommend
Pros: Friendly owners , Self made kimchi
Cons: Overcooked
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somepineapple
Points +36
Insta worthy and delicious - Edit
Friendly vibes, picturesque food and delicious. I had the bruschetta and the sushi burger and felt sooooo satisfied.
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samgh
Points +97
Tasty menu with lots of fusion options - Edit
Really wide range of Italian Korean fusion options. Recommended
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fruggla
Points +1010
Vegan yes - Edit
Such a nice fusion concept! I love all things fermented and at this place you get a lot of that. Very cosy interior and helpful and welcoming staff! Food was great!
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ChristinaAtlanta
Points +108
Interesting concept - Edit
The owner is very friendly and asked good questions when I asked for recommendations on what to have. I had a rainbow kimchi bowl with rice and spinach and a dollop of something on top. I forgot the name but it was really good.
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peasandpeanuts
Points +539
Lovely spot - Edit
What a cute little vegan spot. Such an unique fusion of cuisine. The kimchi was one of the absolute best I've had. Staff is also very lovely
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JenniBorg
Points +13
Exquisite and unique - Edit
Vegan Yes is a true passion project, borne out of love and developed with expertise. The atmosphere is warm and welcoming and the food is delicious. It is tiny and the furnishings are modest, but what it lacks in opulent surroundings it more than makes up for in terms of its inventive, delicious and nourishing menu and the enthusiasm of the owners who are very willing to share their knowledge and make recommendations.
Read morePros: Amazing home made kimchi, Delicious chocolate covered mochi, Range of drinks - alcoholic and non alcoholic
Cons: No toilet, Prefers cash so try to bring some!
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Schnicbert
Points +2339
Absurd how good it was - Edit
First things first: this place is pretty small and doesn't have a toilet. But the staff will show you a pub nearby where you can go 😉
Read moreFurthermore coming here really was an epic adventure! This Korean-Italian-Fusion idea (with a lovable backstory) sounds absurd but it tastes amazing! I had all the three courses which the charming chef led me through and every dish was exciting in its own way. Ah, and I had a Kimchi Cocktail, too 😄
I can strongly recommend this place! 🥰 And be brave to spend your money even though all the courses together are gonna cost you a little bit. It's worth it 🙃
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CeliaPardoHonrubia
Points +254
Italian-Korean fusion - Edit
This restaurant is a true gem. Highly, recommended for anyone looking to enjoy great vegan food, especially a nice variety of kimchi.
Read moreYou can tell the chefs take great pride in their craft using fresh ingredients.
What truly made the experience stand out, though, was the staff. The owner of the restaurant was friendly, attentive and knowledgeable.
Updated from previous review on 2025-05-01
Pros: Fusion cuisine, Welcomed staff, Food made from scratch
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FriendsNotFood_V4A
Points +719
Great original concept - Edit
Great fusion food focused on health and great taste
Read moreVery friendly owners
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veganevolutionist
Points +3195
Colourful, healthy foods. - Edit
We were welcomed in by one of the owners. Tables are close together, it was a squeeze to get to ours. Stools aren’t my fave way to be seated but it makes them easier to fit in the tight space. A small plate was served to us with four samples of the kimchi and an explanatory note colour coded. It all helps with deciding what to choose from the menu. I didn’t try the red one, chilli but the other three were delicious.
Read moreHaving already had lunch we opted for a couple of desserts and B had a hot chocolate with rum! I had the mochi and B had the chocolate mousse. He enjoyed his options and I have to say the mochi was fab, I loved it. Would recommend everyone to try here. It is an experience as well as lovely foods.
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Kveganris
Points +110
Just ok - Edit
Was desperate to like this place as the warm welcome & dining experience were ace. Unfortunately the food wasn’t to my taste
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beganaberri
Points +443
Sorpresa absoluta - Edit
Toda la experiencia increíble. Nos encantó. Hay q tener en cuenta q solo se puede pagar al contado y que el local no dispone de baño, pero en lo referente a la comida volvería una y otra vez. El dueño encantador y el mejor mochi de mi vida.
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Mariana95
Points +225
Kimchi paradise - Edit
Excellent service and a great explanation of the different types of kimchi they offer. You get a little appetiser with the different flavours, which helps you navigate the menu afterwords. We loved all types so decided the order the rainbow kimchi salad. We shared the Tramezzino dish (a plate with 3 triangular vegan sushi sandwiches). Good thing we shared because it would have been a lot for one person! For drinks they have lots of homemade fermented drinks and also cocktails. We ended our lovely lunch with a dark chocolate mochi. 10/10 recommend.
Read morePros: Excellent service , Great variety of kimchi , The homemade kombucha
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Dannimals
Points +305
A home outside of home - Edit
My partner and I have been going for years whenever we want something special and we are always welcome there. The couple who owns Vegan Yes have found tasty ways to combine flavours from their respective cultures and come out with unique and delicious dishes. The food is healthy as well as creative and usually incorporates kimchi or fermented sauces. I've brought friends and family to the restaurant and the dishes always surprise and delight people. It's hard to describe, you just have to try it yourself. You don't need to be very hungry to have a mochi for dessert.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2025-01-21
Pros: Inventive & adventurous menu, everything homemade, amazing owners
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lawriecorner
Points +600
Great kimchi - Edit
I'm not known to be a fan of kimchi (only tried shop bought) but something drew me to Vegan Yes. When we arrived, we were given a sample plate to try each kimchi option. Two I wasn't so keen on. Two I loved! The sample meant I wasn't guessing as I doubt I would have chosen Viola kimchi for my gnocchi topping. I can also recommend the mochi.
Read morePros: Samples, Mochi
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Mealeva
Points +1256
Interesting vegan fusion restaurant - Edit
This type of food is not for everyone but if you like asian food, Korean in particular, then you will enjoy the different kimchi there. I liked the toppognocchi and the burger.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2025-01-09
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Weaselmaster
Points +333
Wow! - Edit
Picked at random when we were staying nearby. Small corner restaurant amid the seething masses in Brick Lane. We had the Tramezzini and the sausage & bean casserole. The latter was rich and delicious, the former unexpectedly tasty. (Photo shows only one of the three bits of this dish). Really good kimchi too. We finished with the pistachio ice cream on a bed of chocolate mousse.
Read moreA lovely meal, the chef seemed a really interesting character, very friendly.
Only weird thing was seeing Tennants Super Lager on the drinks menu: in Scotland that’s usually the tipple of the jaikies.
Updated from previous review on 2024-11-22
Pros: Great flavours , Weird sounding combos that worked
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Jeoung
Points +16
Mrs - Edit
Fusion food is Unique. Homemade, Innovation foods. Free oil, fresh food
Read moreGluten free, Sugar free
Pros: Raw foods(Kimchi Kimbap, Raw rainbow, white fungos
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ElizabethGatti
Points +40
Best - Edit
Go there weekly . Food is great . Staff is wonderful.
Read moreToppognocchi
Kimchi burger a must try
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Calaway
Points +28
Unique concept, well executed - Edit
Italian dishes with kimchi is a very unique and honestly weird combination, but here it is executed perfectly. I loved the gnocchi al pesto. The chef is welcoming, and they even had one of my favorite Italian beers.
Read morePros: Excellent food, Unique concept, Good beer
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chloe.zita
Points +167
Overpriced and mediocre - Edit
I had the sushi burger, which was okay but tiny and I left still hungry. The pink mayo was overwhelming and on everything. The Italian-Korean fusion concept feels a little bit gimmicky. I’d recommend tofu vegan around the corner if you’re looking for good food at a similar price range.
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