I am an omnivorous owl but have plenty of vegetarian and pescatarian friends and family members who have sometimes been short-changed by menu options. If you are a vegetarian or just want a good vegetarian meal that doesn’t solely rely on the old staples of cheese and mushrooms, try one of these restaurants:
England
London:
- Lima – Peruvian, light, tiger’s milk
- Cafe Murano – Italian, casual
- 28-50 degrees – Icelandic, fish for pescatarians
- Murano – amazing bread selection, risottos
- Maze – sushi, mixed menu
- Wild Honey – modern European
- Grain Store – vegetables, health-focused
- Sea Containers – large menu, great bar
- L’Anima – good for work lunches
- Spring – virtuous, light
- 2veneti – Italian, indulgent
- Zuma – Japanese, beautifully made dishes
- Polpo – light bites, sharing dishes
- Gymkhana – Indian, tasting menus
- Petrus – set vegetarian menus
Oxfordshire:
- Le Manoir aux Quat’ Saisons – crafted vegetarian menu, homegrown dishes
Northern Ireland
Belfast:
- OX – fun, casual
USA
Las Vegas:
- La Cave – sharing plates, cool
New York:
- Rouge Tomate – juices, salads
France
Paris:
- Arpege – innovative vegetarian dining
Italy
Milan:
- Savini – classic dishes
The Netherlands
Amsterdam:
- Pasta e basta – choose your own food and your favourite opera
Japan
Kyoto:
- La Locanda – high-end classic Italian dishes