Margate, Broadstairs and Ramsgate have a growing number of eateries offering delicious vegetarian and vegan cuisine...
Don't worry if you missed Veganuary this year...there's never been a better time to embrace vegetarian and vegan food choices.
In fact, the greatest change that individuals can make to reduce the effects of climate change on our planet - and help to fight poverty, hunger, and inequality globally - is to become vegetarian or vegan.
Whether you've already made the change, are thinking about a plant-based diet, or just want to try something new, there's plenty to choose from around Thanet's cafes, takeaways, and restaurants...
From relaxing lunches, afternoon teas and evening meals, to seaside ice cream parlour treats and fish & chip shops, you'll enjoy a full range of delicious vegetarian and vegan food in our wide choice of eateries...
With around 3.1 million vegetarians and 2.5 million vegans now in the UK, it's never been easier to find great places to eat and drink.
Our Isle of Thanet is no exception - here are some of our best options:
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Margate
Alexandria Cafe - Small cafe serving Egyptian snacks, dips, wraps, rice and pasta dishes, with many vegetarian and vegan options. 9 Market Street, CT9 1EU
Beach Buoys - Seafront fish & chips takeaway with some seating & vegan and gluten-free options, including battered Miso Tofu and Banana Blossom. 17 Marine Drive, CT9 1DH
The Bus Cafe - Double-decker bus overlooking Margate Main Sands, serving healthy and delicious street food, including vegan breakfasts. Royal Crescent Promenade, Westbrook, CT9 5AG
Cliff's - Cafe serving daily breakfast/brunch with great vegan and veggie options. 172 Northdown Road, Cliftonville, CT9 2QN
Flavours by Kumar - Authentic Indian restaurant with mouth-watering starters, mains, sides and desserts. 176 Canterbury Road, Garlinge, CT9 5JW
GB Pizza - Popular pizzeria overlooking the main Sands, with vegetarian & vegan options. 14a Marine Drive, CT9 1DH
Giorgio's - Italian food in a contemporary space, relaxed and informal by day and lively by night. Separate vegan menu, and vegetarian options on the main menu. 19 Marine Gardens, CT9 1UH
High Dive - Sister restaurant to the Harbour Arm's popular summer pop-up. Nachos, quesadillas, small plates, and cocktails with good meat-free options. 121 High Street, CT9 1JT
Mori Mori - Izakaya-style Japanese eats & drinks. Ramen, soups, gyozas, kimchis, sake, wines & teas, with vegetarian/vegan options. 80 Northdown Road, Cliftonville, CT9 2RE
Olby's Soul Cafe - Caribbean cafe & bar, with good choice of vegetarian/vegan starters, small plates, burgers, salads and mains. 3-5 King Street, CT9 1DD
L’Olivo - Authentic Italian pizza, lasagne, antipasti, pasta and more. 20 Market Street, CT9 1ES
Pan Asian - Thai restaurant with vegan & vegetarian options across their range of rice and noodle dishes, soup, curry and stir fry. 10 Fort Hill, CT9 1HD
Thao Thao - Vietnamese cafe, serving Banh Mi, noodle soup and drinks, with vegetarian options. 18 King Street, CT9 1DA
The Grain Grocer - Home-cooked food made from organic produce. Breakfast & lunch bowls, toasts, coffee, tea, juices and smoothies. 216 Northdown Road, Cliftonville CT9 2QU
The Greedy Cow - Family-run cafe offering burgers, hot dogs, nachos, and salads with vegan and vegetarian options. 3 Market Place, CT9 1ER
The Old Kent Market - Indoor open-plan eating and drinking space with a variety of independent small kitchens, serving international food, with many vegetarian/vegan options. 8 Fort Hill, CT9 1HD
The Pickled Fox - Old Town bar and pizzeria, with small menu of Neapolitan-style pizzas & drinks, with vegetarian/vegan options. 7A Market Place, CT9 1EN
Walpole Bay Hotel - Elegant Edwardian Hotel, serving afternoon teas with vegan options available. Fifth Avenue, Cliftonville CT9 2JJ
Zen by the Sea Cafe - Coffees, teas, smoothies & cakes with vegan and vegetarian options. 60 High Street, CT9 1DT
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Broadstairs
Beaches Cafe Bar - Licensed 'surf shack'-style cafe, serving large portions of quality/ healthy home-cooked food, with plenty for vegetarians. 49 Albion Street, CT10 1NE
Bella's - Relaxed family cafe/restaurant serving breakfasts, lunches and snacks with many vegetarian/vegan options. 52c High Street, CT10 1JT
Creta Restaurant - Greek restaurant and takeaway with goodvariety of vegetarian & vegan starters, gyros, souvlaki, main dishes and sides. 140 High Street, CT10 1JB
Forts - Cafe serving breakfasts, coffees, snacks and cakes with lots of vegetarian/vegan options. 1 Chandos Road, CT10 1QP
Namaka - Fully vegan (but seasonal) surf cafe kiosk for breakfasts, acai bowls, juices, smoothies, coffees & cakes. Stone Bay Kiosk, CT10 1DU
Papa John's - US fast-food pizza chain with vegetarian/vegan options & sides. 47-49 High Street, CT10
Posilipo - Italian restaurant with good selection of vegan and vegetarian starters, mains, pastas, and pizza dishes. 14 Albion Street, CT10 1LU
Prezzo - Italian chain restaurant with outside terrace and many vegetarian/vegan options. 16-18 Albion Street, CT10 1LU
Raindell's - US restaurant (late afternoons & evenings) with vegetarian/vegan burgers, hotdogs, sides, and desserts. 19 Albion Place, CT10 1LU
Salt of the Earth - Coffee shop and sustainable lifestyle store with refillables; vegetarian/vegan options. 127 High Street, CT10 1NG
Siam Kitchen - Cafe restaurant/takeaway with lots of vegetarian options. 40 Albion Street, CT10 1NE
Thai Four Two - Restaurant and takeaway with many vegetarian options. 42 York Street, CT10 1PB
The Little Sicilian - Sicilian fresh food in an authentic, rustic atmosphere. Vegetarians, vegans and allergies catered for. 45 York Street CT10 1PB
Sardinia - Authentic Italian restaurant serving pasta, fish, calzone and cocktails. 1-3 Albion Street CT10 1LU
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Ramsgate
A La Turka - Southeastern Turkish cuisine, with a good choice of vegetarian & vegan dishes. 110-114 Harbour Parade, CT11 8LP
The Greek Arch - Traditional authentic Greek-Cypriot cuisine, with a vegan main menu provided. 15 Military Road, CT11 9JB
Flavours by Kumar - Authentic Indian restaurant with variety of vegetarian & vegan options. 2 Effingham Street, CT11 9AT
Il Tricolore - Italian restaurant offering a range of vegan starters and mains alongside the main menu. 13 Harbour Street, CT11 8HA
La Magnolia - Family-run Italian restaurant, cafe and deli with a range of vegan starters and mains. 9-12 West Cliff Arcade, CT11 8LH
Papa George - Family-run Greek cafe and takeaway, with vegetarian/vegan starters, sides, and souvlaki wraps. 4c York Street, CT11 9DS
Shakey Shakey Fish Bar - Traditional fish & chip shop/restaurant with homemade, gluten-free batter and vegan Tofish. 75 High Street, CT11 9RJ
Thai Orchid - Traditional and contemporary Thai cuisine, with vegetarian and vegan dishes. 1-2 West Cliff Arcade, CT11 8LH
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Villages
Christie’s Wine Bar & Bistro - Light lunches, snacks, and Sunday roasts with vegetarian/vegan options. 1-5 Station Approach, Birchington, CT7 9RE
Felicity’s Cafe at Quex - Cafe with outside seating, serving vegetarian/vegan options for breakfasts, lunches, milkshakes and hot drinks. Quex Barn, Quex Park Estate, Birchington, CT7 0BB
Little Brown Fairy Cake - Cake shop and cafe serving vegetarian/vegan hot drinks, savouries, and cakes. 5 Station Road, Westgate-on-Sea, CT8 8RB
Millie's Bar & Restaurant on the Beach - Popular cafe serving breakfasts, brunches, snacks, roasts, etc. with a mix of plant-based options. Beach Road, Westgate-on-Sea, CT8 8FF
Smugglers’ Lounge Bar & Restaurant - Family-run restaurant/bar with vegetarian starters, mains, sides, Sunday roasts and vegan menu. 212 Canterbury Road, Birchington-on-Sea, CT7 9AQ
Taj Mahal - Indian restaurant & takeaway with plenty of vegetarian/vegan options. 18 Cuthbert Road, Westgate-on-Sea, CT8 8NR
West Bay Cafe & Beach Bar - Licenced seafront cafe with vegetarian/vegan breakfasts, burgers, sandwiches, milkshakes and hot drinks. West Bay Promenade, off Sea Road, CT8 8QA
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