Cafe Kino
BRITISH, VEGAN •STOKES CROFT
A worker-owned cooperative that’s been a cornerstone of Stokes Croft for years. Cafe Kino is the definition of a community hub that's fully vegan, totally unpretentious, and the perfect spot to nurse a coffee or dive into one of their legendary burgers. Whether you’re working on a project or meeting mates before a gig in their basement, it’s a space that belongs to everyone. Real food & real people
Dio's Deli
ITALIAN, VEGAN, BRITISH, COFFEE •BEDMINSTER
A premium sandwich shop and deli from the team behind Hugo’s Greengrocer. They specialise in high-end, chef-led sandwiches using seasonal ingredients, featuring everything from slow-roasted porchetta to creative plant-based fillings on Bristol Loaf sourdough and ciabatta.
Elemental Collective
BRITISH, BAKERY, VEGAN, CAFE, COFFEE •STOKES CROFT
A community-focused non-profit bakery and ethical grocer. They specialise in artisan sourdough, local produce, and Mediterranean-inspired deli goods, operating with a strong emphasis on sustainability and local resilience.
Emmeline
BRITISH, VEGAN, CAFE, COFFEE •HARBOURSIDE
A bright, plant-filled sanctuary serving up nutritious salad boxes, thick-cut grilled sourdough sandwiches, and fresh juices. They are well-known for their community focus and commitment to sustainable, wholesome food.
Koocha Mezze Bar
MIDDLE EASTERN, PERSIAN, VEGAN •GLOUCESTER ROAD
Bristol's first 100% plant-based Persian restaurant. Koocha specializes in colorful, spice-led mezze, creative cocktails, and Persian-inspired 'kebabs' and burgers. It is a vibrant, high-energy spot that reimagines traditional Middle Eastern flavours through a vegan lens.
Plantuguese
PORTUGUESE, VEGAN •STOKES CROFT
A fully plant-based restaurant bringing classic Portuguese recipes to Bristol. Known for its incredibly inventive mock seafood and meats—like vegan octopus salad, 'bacalhau' à brás, and pastéis de nata—alongside Portuguese wines imported by wind-powered cargo ships.
Root
BRITISH, VEGAN, TAPAS •HARBOURSIDE
A vegetable-forward small plates restaurant located in Cargo 1. While not strictly vegetarian, plants take center stage here, earning them a Michelin Bib Gourmand for sustainable, high-quality dining.
Vx Bristol
VEGAN, AMERICAN •BEDMINSTER
A pioneer of the city's plant-based junk food scene that completely rewrote the rules on vegan dining. Tucked away on East Street, Vx delivers massive, cruelty-free comfort food without any of the healthy-eating clichés. The menu is a heavy hitting lineup of loaded fries, stacked burgers, and thick milkshakes that hit the mark every single time. It’s a straightforward, brilliant setup that proves plant-based eating can still be properly dirty.
Viet Kitchen
VIETNAMESE, VEGAN •COTHAM
A vibrant and authentic Vietnamese eatery on the bustling Cotham Hill. Famous for its traditional 24-hour simmered Pho, crispy Banh Mi, and fresh Summer Rolls, it offers a true taste of Saigon with a focus on fresh herbs and bold flavors.