The best vegetarian restaurants in Yorkshire

Are you looking for a vegetarian restaurant in Yorkshire? Explore 10 of the best in our food guide.

Yorkshire has long had a rich culinary tradition. Dishes like toad-in-the-hole, parkin, Wensleydale cheese and, of course, Yorkshire pudding are as Yorkshire as a drystone wall.

But despite these links to the past, Yorkshire is also ahead of the game in food and drink. This is nowhere more apparent than in its glut of fantastic vegetarian restaurants.

From small plates to hearty lunches, from street food to haute cuisine, Yorkshire has something for everyone.

And while there's fantastic food to be had across the region, our corner of Yorkshire is especially tasty.

Here at Stump Cross Caverns, we're proudly Yorkshire in general and proudly North Yorkshire in particular.

We also have an excellent eatery of our own: the Time Cafe. This is the perfect place to eat and drink after exploring our prehistoric caves – and there are some mouthwatering veggie options on the menu.

Want more options? Here are nine of the best vegetarian restaurants in Yorkshire, including dedicated vegetarian options and well-loved eateries with great veggie options.



Dedicated vegetarian and vegan restaurants in Yorkshire

1. The Orchid Vegan Restaurant, York

A mere seven-minute walk from the train station, the Orchid Vegan Restaurant is, as the name suggests, strictly vegan. It serves a fusion of Asian cuisines alongside international wines and Thai and Chinese lagers.

It's won several awards, including a Tripadvisor Travellers' Choice "Best of the Best" and a Silver Award for best York restaurant at the YorkMix awards. Why not go and see what all the fuss is about for yourself?

2. Goji Cafe, York

For more than 10 years, Goji Cafe has been serving vegetarian and vegan food a stone's throw from York Minster.

In the cafe's own words, "The goji berry, sometimes called the happy berry, symbolises the type of experience we are striving to bring you: vibrant, colourful, joyful and life-enhancing."

This sunny disposition can be seen – and tasted – in its salads, cakes, soups, hearty lunches and other vegetarian options.

3. Prashad, Bradford

Housed in a renovated Drighlington pub, this award-winning Gujarati vegetarian restaurant features three dining areas and a snug for private parties.

Roadside snacks, Indian tapas and cocktails – Prashad's offerings are simple yet delectably diverse.

Its wealth of awards includes the Michelin Guide Bib Gourmand 2014 and the Yorkshire Evening Post Oliver Awards for Best Indian Restaurant.

Top restaurants with great veggie menus

Are you looking for an eatery that does great vegetarian options whilst also catering for meat-eating fellow diners? Here are four of the best.

1. Skosh, York

The English slang word "skosh" is a twist on the Japanese sukoshi, meaning "a little bit" or "a small amount". It's the perfect name for a restaurant specialising in small plates and fusion food.

Located near a 12th-century gateway, Skosh boasts award-winning small plates, including some memorable vegetarian options. It also offers a hand-picked selection of wine, seasonal cocktails and beer.

2. Melton's Restaurant, York

Melton's is a fine dining restaurant specialising in British food. Its offerings include a dedicated vegetarian tasting menu alongside an ever-changing list of fine wines.

Found just outside the city walls, it's a cosy, relaxed and welcoming space chock-full of imaginative vegetarian options.

3. Los Moros, York

Los Moros serves tapas-style North African cuisine, including a range of imaginative vegetarian options.

Housed in an old brick building – and serving its very own pale ale – Los Moros is a local favourite for a reason. On a sunny day, why not sit outside in the courtyard and give your mouth a treat?

Off the beaten track

1. Quirky Farm Bistro, Harrogate

Once voted the happiest place in the UK, Harrogate is famous for its mineral springs, Turkish baths, Victorian architecture – and fantastic food.

Take Quirky Farm Bistro. Minutes from the train station, it's a popular destination for brunch, lunch and dinner. Expect a chilled-out spot with a range of seafood, vegetarian and vegan options.

2. The Homestead Kitchen, Goathland

The Homestead Kitchen is a restored stone-built 18th-century farmhouse overlooking the North York Moors National Park. And as if the location wasn't enough, its menu is a jewel in Yorkshire's fine dining crown.

With its seasonal ingredients from local suppliers and its handful of awards (a Michelin Green Star and 3 AA Rosettes), the Homestead Kitchen is a foodie's paradise.

3. The Time Cafe, Stump Cross Caverns

Located on the road between Pateley Bridge and Grassington, Stump Cross Caverns is a remarkable place to visit.

Just 60 steps below the surface of the Yorkshire Dales lies a winding, shimmering, glimmering network of prehistoric limestone chambers and passageways.

Once you've feasted your eyes on the stalagmites and stalactites, why not come back to the surface and have a feast of a different kind?

At our North Yorkshire cafe, we offer a range of hearty options. That includes vegetarian dishes such as toasties and cold sandwiches.

Oh, and we shouldn't neglect to mention that the Time Cafe looks out over the Dales. It's a stunning backdrop to a filling lunch.

Traditional vegetarian Yorkshire dishes

Vegetarianism is nothing new. Traditional Yorkshire dishes without a trace of meat or fish include such classics as:

• Wensleydale cheese (with vegetarian rennet)
• Yorkshire pudding – often stuffed or loaded with pease pudding, cauliflower cheese or roasted veg 
• Parkin – a dense ginger cake with a lovely nubbly texture
  
  

Stump Cross Caverns is an ancient cave attraction in the Yorkshire Dales. Want to pay us a visit? It's quick and easy to book your tickets online.