Vegan-friendly
Beer/Wine
British
European
Gluten-free
Eatery est. Aug 2016. Offers several vegan dishes which change frequently (see website). Set three-course roast on Sun. Bar has organic wines, local craft beer, gin and tonics, house-made cordials and freshly squeezed juice. Relocated from 18/22 Lloyd St. Reported to serve vegetarian items April 2025. Open Mon-Sat 11:00-23:00, Sun 11:00-20:00.
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1-3 Cathedral Gates, Manchester, England, M3 1SW
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Last update on 30 Jun 2025 by hedonism
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Added by Veganolive1 on 07 Sep 2016
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244 Reviews
First Review by cabbagepatchkid
Alisonc
Points +812
Friendly, knowledgeable staff - Edit
went for the set menu which was great value at £20. Cauliflower and mushroom soup was very tasty followed by Confit Aubergine, Puy Lentil & Red Wine Ragout, Quinoa which lacked flavour. Staff very kindly substituted set dessert for me for the cheese board which was good with tasty crackers.
Read morePros: Vegan, Friendly staff , Good atmosphere
Cons: Main course lacked flavour
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Nevecaffrey
Points +149
wow - Edit
7 course of vegan yummyness, such a lovely relaxed atmosphere and welcoming staff. I loved the experimental creations and every single one is amazing!!
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beulahspeckledface
Points +160
Great concept, but a bit disappointing - Edit
We went for Sunday lunch and were the only people there for about 80 minutes, which was a shame as it meant atmosphere was lacking. Nicely laid out and decorated. The Sunday lunch set menu was a bit disappointing except for the dessert place which was really tasty and beautifully presented. I think we were perhaps a bit unlucky and I would certainly give the place another try.
Read morePros: Helpful staff, Nice setting , Some really tasty highlights
Cons: Set Sunday lunch menu disappointing, Small portions, Some dishes a bit bland
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TimMckee
Points +88
A bit bland - Edit
Called in tonight about 6:30 no problem with a table staff were very good answered any questions I had re the menu.
Read moreOrdered the plantain ice cream and Billtong starter certainly a different style. With the ice cream being frozen the flavour of the plantain was masked. The Billtong was good but as a dish a bit weird!!
For main I had a mushroom Rosti amongst roasted squash, pineapple plantain vegetable chips and a gravy. Other than the mushrooms it was all very orange and not a great plate for £15.
Rather than dessert I went for the Cheese board which was probably whilst being to me original was very good however the all 3 mild cheeses were overtaken and totally lost by the very good onion relish.
The staff were excellent explained. All that came out and the environment was very good....More Flavour please
Pros: Full vegan menu, Staff were excellent , Surroundings very nice
Cons: All a bit bland, Main course was expensive , Drinks prices very reasonable
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Velma76
Points +87
Amazing. Cant rate this highly enough. - Edit
Wonderful meal and superb service. Cosy atmosphere. Fantastic value for money.
Read morePros: Fine dining , Great value, Lovely venue
Cons: None
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petergwyn
Points +60
Soooooo good - Edit
Amazing food. Top end , but at a mid range price. Cool setting, nice staff. Worth saying again, amazing food
Read morePros: All vegan, Outstanding food, Friendly staff
Cons: Non
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Saf1990
Points +28
Fantastic food, great service - Edit
Best restaurant I've been to since becoming vegan.
Read moreThe flavours were exquisitely well balanced and accurate.
The service was very nice, professional and helpful.
The atmosphere was quite relaxed and semi-formal.
The prices are as you'd expect from a casual fine dining place, but not nearly as high as regular fine dining places.
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helenbamwakey
Points +409
amazing!!! - Edit
We had the salty snacks from the bar menu, some tofu and a couple of gins. Absolutely delightful food, great service and lovely ambience. Will defo be back.
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Jo1981
Points +18
10 courses of amazing! - Edit
Food was beautiful, staff were very knowledgable and attentive. Such a lovely restaurant. Definitely recommend
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IanV
Points +218
Great fine dining - Edit
Been a couple of times, once for Sunday lunch which was amazing for £25. Had the 10 course tasting menu the other time, amazing food all round and good value for the amount of work and creativity that goes into the dishes.
Read morePros: Creative food at it's best.
Cons: None
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kiiabby
Points +369
wanted to this place but left feeling disappointed! - Edit
I really wanted to love this place. I really did! But I did end up leaving hungry and slightly disappointed. We went for my 30th and opted for the 10 course tasting menu. I found it to be fairly hit or miss, with some courses showing real creativity and others lacking the finesse that I was hoping to see, or were just let down by taste combinations that were absolutely bizarre and simply didn’t work. I’ve eaten in plenty of Michelin starred restaurants over the years so not entirely unfamiliar with unusual combinations but a few of the courses here just did not work for me. Staff were sweet and friendly, although the restaurant itself was so cold I ended up putting my jacket on part way though!
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VickiWanSlattery
Points +1396
Vegan taster delights, fine dining - Edit
Finally managed to try this delight! Saw it on happy cow and have wanted to try it for ages.
Read moreThere was a group of 8 of us, half got 10 courses for £55, and the others got 7 courses for £40. There was a drinks menu to match each course for £25 but a lot of us were driving so we didn’t try this. Various wines, hot drinks and soft drinks were also available.
The table water was flavoured with cucumber and mint, really nice combination. I’ll be trying it at home!
Each course tantalised my taste buds in different ways, combinations of hot and cold, sweet and savoury and an array of different flavours and textures. Definitely what I’d describe as ‘posh’ food, and it’s an experience worth trying.
The courses were beautifully presented, small and spaced out. We arrived at 7pm and left after 11pm! In hindsight I would’ve gone earlier, we were all quite tired by the end plus a lot of us travelled a fair distance.
It wasn’t completely filling compared to other experiences dining out but I suppose that’s ‘fine dining’.
There was no parking at the venue, they advised to park at the Churchgate car park - 3 minutes walk away, free after 6pm.
Inside there was a relaxed ambience, candles on the tables. The decor was light and warm. The chefs could be seen behind the counter working up the delicious dishes. The service was great and all meals arrived at the same time. They were accommodating and allowed us to rearrange the tables so that we could all sit together.
I would come here again, perhaps for a special occasion and when the menu has changed.
If you’re looking for an alternative dining experience, then try it out!
Pros: Fully vegan , Great service , Delicious food
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DeeTree
Points +43
the place to go for a special meal - Edit
Great for special occasions, food is so delicious and beautifully presented that they even made me enjoy vegetables I normally hate!
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ChristopherGodden
Points +34
Fine vegan dining - Edit
We travelled from the West Midlands and booked an overnight hotel just in order to try this gastronomic experience and it did not disappoint.
Read moreA modest space in a modest town, this modernist and progressive restaurant redefines what a vegan restaurant can be. It is all about the food, offering a delightful and surprising experience with each dish from a set menu of 7 or 10 dishes passionately and painstakingly prepared by by the chef and owner who has honed his skill in France and Rosette starred restaurants.
As unpretentious as fine dining can be in a welcoming, friendly and diverse environment it offers a evening’s glimpse into how a better future may taste.
I urge you to try it.
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SimonAnlezark
Points +38
Go out of your way to get here - Edit
The food changes frequently so I can't tell you what to get, but all of my dishes were wonderful. Perhaps the cauliflower buffalo wings are a regular feature so I can tell you for sure to get those – but save room for dessert. Delightful local craft beer on offer as well. Get here.
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rozbarnes85
Points +16
always 5* - Edit
Probably some of the best vegan food I've EVER eaten. Get the tasting menu and you'll be blown away.
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hanny
Points +16
Delicious - Edit
Took my 72yr old mother for their 3 course Saturday set lunch menu today. It was delightful. Beautiful tasty food, smiley helpful staff, in a lovely setting. And very reasonably priced. I will definitely be making another visit there soon.
Read morePros: Excellent food, Great value, Lovely staff
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Charlotte45
Points +26
You have to visit - Edit
There are no words that can adequately give justice to this fine dining experience. In fact, the only way to describe the food is by multiplying every yummy noise ever by ten and putting on constant replay. We have visited on a umber if occasions. I am vegan, my husband is not, but equally enjoys all of the food. Seriously, you need to try this place. You will not be disappointed. The service is excellent, too. Oh, try their homemade cordials!
Read morePros: All vegan, Gluten free, Great price for fine dining
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JesseWaugh
Points +415
Culinary Genius - Edit
Exquisite vegan gourmet. Definitely worth a try. I look forward to returning.
Read morePros: top notch vegan
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Greyskies
Points +243
Excellent vegan fine dining - Edit
This is the restaurant to take friends or family to if you want to impress them with vegan foodie fine dining. The food is immaculately presented with incredible flavours. I meant to take photos but kept tucking in too quickly!
Read morePros: Amazing food, Good atmosphere, Really good value for money for exceptional food
Cons: Not open every day of the week!
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los_tofu_hermanos
Points +110
Very Creative, fun, and delicous food - Edit
The food was excellent, between us we ordered one of everything (including sides) and it was all delicious. The prestarter/premain/predessert were unexpected bonuses, and each was unusual and delightful.
Read morePros: Food was very creative, Complimentary Pre-Meal dishes, All vegan
Cons: ???
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abigayleng
Points +85
incredible fine dining - Edit
we had the 10 course taster menu, everything was incredible can't say anything bad about it! All the food was amazing and the cheeseboard at the end was like nothing over ever had before! Can't wait to go back again!
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jennyc32
Points +4389
Impressive, Creative Food - Edit
I was so looking forward to visiting The Allotment, and it really didn't disappoint. It's quite different from other places in Manchester's vegan scene because it's all-vegan fine dining. The dishes are really creative and beautifully presented, and they taste as good as they look. The menu is so exciting and tempting that it's difficult to choose what to order.
Read moreFor starters, I had the apple&sage and my partner had the winter garden. Both had really food flavours, though general consensus was that mine was better. The mains were equally good: taste of the sea and cheese and onion. And for dessert the lemon cheesecake and black sesame panna cotta were both excellent. Usually after this kind of meal you don't expect to feel full, but we were actually very well fed.
The restaurant has a really nice atmosphere, and service was really friendly too - we enjoyed it so much.
Of course, it's a little expensive, but I think it's good value for money when you have a special occasion.
Pros: Delicious food, Excellent service
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DawnSharples
Points +33
Fine dining at chain restaurant prices - Edit
We went to The Allotment for my daughters birthday and had the Sunday dinner which was £25 for 3 courses. The staff are lovely and welcoming and very polite. The food was amazing! You get hummus and veg sticks while you wait for your starter, but because its the allotment it was pumpkin hummus and beetroot sticks and it was yummy. Starter was soup of the day which was cococnut and ginger and perfectly seasoned, warm and perfect portion size. For main we had the aubergine roast dinner. I have to say I am not a fan of aubergine and The Allotment hasnt changed my view, but the rest of the meal was amazing, the best gravy I have ever eaten! My daughter didnt want the roast dinner so she chose courgette cannelloni which came with hummus and pesto and she adored it! She couldnt finish it all (she has a long term illness and small appetite) but this was no reflection on the cooking. The server came and spoke to her to check that she was satisfied with the dish because she left so much, which was very nice. Before dessert we had pre-dessert of strawberry and coconut cream which was very nice. My daughter had carrot cake dessert and tried desperately t finish it all, but was once again defeated. I had the brownie with sweet potato icecream. It was to die for! So chocolately and rich and that icecream! Who knew you could do such things with sweet potato?! Wonderful! We will be back.
Read morePros: Tasty food, Lovely staff, Good value
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ConcertoAdoni
Points +13
spectacular food - Edit
Definitely my favourite vegan restaurant in Manchester. The food is fantastic. I love the taster menus. Any foodie will love this restaurant, vegan or not.
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SarahStokes
Points +25
Yummy! - Edit
Exceptional food, a real treat to find such lovely food close to home.
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AndreaJW
Points +69
First class gourmet vegan food - Edit
The Allotment is one of a kind in the Greater Manchester area. Superb, fine dining vegan food created by a very talented chef who has worked very hard to make this restaurant happen and provide a new offering for vegans and 'foodies' in the region. Do come if you appreciate creative, gourmet food, that is about the experience, flavour, and attention to presentation and detail, and you're happy to pay for that. Don't come if a Wetherspoons 2 for 1 meal deal is your idea of splashing out on dinner. Personally, I think this restaurant is one of the greats.
Read morePros: Incredible food, Gourmet experience , Accessible location
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