Vegan non-profit diner and cocktail bar previously owned by vegan educator Earthling Ed, now owned and run by one of the other co-founders. Menu includes burgers, hot dogs, tofish & chips, vegan prawnz, salads and loaded fries. Large dessert selection. Full-service bar including beer, wine, coffee and a signature cocktail menu. All profits go to Surge Sanctuary. Vegan carvery every Sunday. Card only. Open Tue-Thu 12:00-22:00, Fri-Sat 12:00-23:00, Sun 12:00-18:00. Closed Mon.
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60 Wentworth St, Spitalfields, East London, England, E1 7AL
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Featured Review
hack_man
Points +27298
So much more than words can transmit - Edit
One of the ultimate stand out vegan places I’ve ever been to in my life. The three of us had their famous £22 Sunday Roast extravaganza each selecting a different meat (roast chicken, lamb and turkey). You are also provided with a Yorkshire Pudding then it’s self-service vegetables and all the usual trimmings such as sauces, stuffing and lashings of gravy. I had a bit of everything, piled my plate high then proceeded to devour the whole feast with a pint of their delicious Posh Lager overlooking Petticoat Lane Market. Not a bad way to spend an early Sunday afternoon before hitting The Oval for some T20 cricket action.
Read morePros: Amazing food , Wonderful staff , Ethical interior
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727 Reviews
First Review by Sassyvegan
AnnieSmith
Points +44
Delicious! - Edit
I had the tofish and chips and it was incredible. I’m not local, so I didn’t realize it, but they get really busy so you should make a reservation. The atmosphere reminded me of what I see in Los Angeles- High ceilings, brightly lit, warm wood, and plants. Would definitely recommend!
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StinaSamuelsson
Points +315
Amazing!!! - Edit
Everything was amazing, totally foodgasm 🤤 so nice people working there, a cozy place, and amazing what the place does as a non-profit restaurant 🙌
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edgarsdotter
Points +680
Oh my goodness!!!! - Edit
Well when I saw the prices I first thought oh well but it was worth every pence. I had the tofish and chips, it was so delicious. Not too much meat like but enough to make my non-vegan boyfriend trying to eat my dish. He had a poké-bowl which was okay. He said it tasted like real salmon.
Read moreAlthough for the price range there could have been more sauce with the tofish.
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mt19
Points +392
Awesome food - Edit
Visited at the old location, had the fish, chips & mushy peas. Great diner/pub grub, incredibly filling and very tasty. Could only visit once which was a shame given all the goodies on the menu.
Read moreDid squeeze in a dessert which was also awesome, plus all the staff were super friendly.
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VeganAnnaS
Points +2786
Vegan ethos - Edit
November 2018 review: Couldn't fault the food, traditional diner food veganised. As it was my first visit I had to try the moving mountains burger (with the added bacon). It really was tasty with all the fillings, I particularly liked the pesto. I followed that with a large slice of baked cheesecake which was really good.
Read moreThe atmosphere was relaxed. They got fairly busy (but not totally full) and although there was a lot of conversation it never got too loud.
Service was friendly and they welcomed feedback.
The location is good, not far from Old Street tube and on a nice little square.
And there is that added bonus that you are supporting their vegan ethos.
October 2019 update: They have now moved to new premises in Spitalfield. More seats, lovely decor, expanded menu, cocktail bar, more lively atmosphere (the music was louder). Still 5 stars!
Pros: All vegan, Tasty food, Relaxed atmosphere
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CLRtraveller
Points +10103
Interesting menu - Edit
I visited when it was located near Old Street. I had the Surge Burger: mushroom/cashew patty on pink beetroot bun, GBP10. The bun bottom didn’t hold up to the moist patty.
Read moreBe aware that 12.5% is added to bills. Profits support Earthling Ed and his animal advocacy work.
Updated from previous review on 2019-10-04
Pros: all vegan
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MichielDesmet
Points +325
Shrimps // Burger // Bowl // Pie - Edit
So we had, as a starter: a shrimps-thing with a dip, which was good.
Read moreAs a main dish I had a burger which was very tasty, came with sweet potato fries, the usual suspects...
My friend took a salad bowl with eggplant, tahine and a bunch of other stuff. Looked really good as well, and she made noices that led me to believe it actually was.
Salted caramel cake at the end was ridiculously good, take me to heaven. I am ready to die.
Pros: Profit goes to a good cause: animal welfare, Food is delicious, Friendly staff // Chill location
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ValentinaCGonzalez
Points +162
The best hot dog - Edit
The taste and the texture is just incredible. I can’t believe that it’s vegan! My new fav restaurant in london.
Read moreCons: They take time to serve
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mgatonegro
Points +334
Tasty junk food - Edit
Tofish is defo the best I've ever tried!
Read moreFood was nice, I was unlucky - they run out of the Caesar salad on the day of my visit, so I did miss something green, but overall very tasty.
Service was very attentive, polite and helpful, a lovely bunch!
They also serve beer made from leftover bread which I found an excellent idea (and ethical!).
Pros: great service, fully vegan and ethical
Cons: not enough greens to balance out the fried options
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picandocodigo
Points +590
Amazing food, for the animals! - Edit
The food is amazing! I had the tofish starter and it was great with the tartare sauce. Then had the Surf N' Turf Dog which was totally tubular, and finally the special cake of the day, Salted caramel, the best cake I've ever had.
Read morePros: Very friendly, great staff., Super quick service!, Excellent food, and for the animals :)
Cons: It was hard to choose what to have!
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DashaSushkevich
Points +443
Amazing - Edit
Everything I tried was tasty! And of course “TAKE ALL MY MONEY FOR THAT ANIMAL SHELTER PLEASE” ♥️
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mikklo
Points +67
Pub style food - Edit
Tasty dishes, mostly comfort food, good service. If you want burgers, fish and chips, this is the place!
Read morePros: Cozy place , Outside terrace , Great latte
Cons: Little pricey
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deiv_ich
Points +91
Delicious - Edit
What I found here is an excellent place to bring skeptic friends and show them that vegan can be the same junk food experience than animal based food. It’s not my favourite thing, the fact that vegan food is disguised as animal food but the job done here is excellent I must admit, the tofish really looks and tastes like fish, and the moving mountains the same with meat, even the texture of the shrimps. The food is excellent, beyond your preferences the place is 5 starts and the job they’re doing here helping the animals and showing how vegan can be for everyone is remarkable.
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cath93
Points +64
Amazing vegan shrimp! - Edit
Amazing comfort food! Had the surf n’ turf hot dog. The flavour combinations were great (ranch sauce was yum) and the tempura shrimp on top were the best vegan shrimp I’ve ever had - the texture was amazing.
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KarlieeeB
Points +200
Yum - Edit
The meals were nice but there aren't many gluten free options.
Read moreI had the Buddha bowl which was nice.
Pros: All vegan , Profits to a good cause
Cons: Not many Gf options
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AnnaPorter
Points +118
So good, it should be in everyone’s list - Edit
A great location close to the tube offering a chilled out vibe no pretence, and of course wonderful food. We had the florets to start and shared the nachos and chicken burger, onion rings and chips. It was a lot of food for 2 ppl, servings are a good size. Staff were extremely pleasant and professional.
Read morePros: All vegan, Awesome staff, Non profit set up to help animal activism
Cons: None
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SophieHoffmann
Points +16
Perfection - Edit
Extremely great food. The 'fish' tastes like actual fish. Do I have to say anything else?
Read morePros: Everythings vegan
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hhertzberg
Points +27
SO. GOOD. - Edit
Had the Tofish bites, glazed flourettes, moving mountains burger, supreme dog and the dessert special which was the salted caramel cake (best cake I’ve ever eaten in my entire life). Came here from Canada cause I love Earthling Ed with all my heart and it was so worth it. I love that it’s a non-profit too and that they’re working towards building a new farmed animal sanctuary!!! Heading to the UK Vegan Campout next weekend and I’m elated to hear that Unity Diner will have a food truck there. Fingers crossed they’ll be service the salted caramel cake again.
Read morePros: Vegan god Earthling Ed’s restaurant , Fully vegan, non-profit, Delicious
Cons: Couldn’t order every dish in one sitting. , It’s 7,700 km away from my hometown.
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fabienne_
Points +225
Tasty! - Edit
We had the vegan prawns as a starter, then the Surge Mountain Burger and another Burger with mushrooms. I’d recommend the one with the mushrooms more, because it was much tastier, but it’s more of a vegetable burger. The Surge burger had a “meat” patty, but if you know beyond meat, it’s a bit of an underwhelming experience. The starter was the best of all. DEFINITELY TRY THE PRAWNS!! The don’t look that interesting, but are soooooi tasty.
Read morePros: free tap water , prawns were delicious , donates money to an sanctuary
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cush
Points +85
Great staff , service & food. - Edit
We went for skewers & tofish to start, both delicious. Shared dirty loaded fries & had burgers but didn’t realise how big the portion size was for fries and didn’t eat it all. A starter with fries to share is plenty then we would have had room for pudding . Or starter and burger . Great to support this place and donated in the the animal sanctuary box on the shelf . Look forward to going back and having pudding :)
Read morePros: Big portions , Excellent staff, Loved the dirty loaded fries
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mcdiehl
Points +212
Favorite vegan place perhaps - Edit
A great sized menu with a nice staff. The food here I had was delicious, and I would strongly encourage any vegan to come here anytime.
Read morePros: Delicious with sizable menu, All vegan, Nice staff
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AmandaEllen
Points +223
Really nice spot - Edit
Had a late dinner here, really great food, big menu and dessert menu as well. Seating indoors and outdoors, friendly staff, good service. Little slow but it was busy when we were there so understandable. I had the goodness bowl which was so nice and really filling, plus the chocolate coconut tart which was SO nice. Highly recommend. Very pretty environment and really good food
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allylockley
Points +24
A perfect vegan place - Edit
Everything about this place is great. The food was incredible (ordered the dirty loaded fries and the moving mountains burger), the staff were so lovely and cheerful, and the money goes towards a good cause! What’s not to love!
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Liv_sunlitdreamers
Points +106
The Best Vegan Restaurant I’ve been to!!! - Edit
That is really the best vegan restaurant ever!! The food was just amazing!! Amazing!!! ❤️ The place looked realy nice and the people were so friendly and kind. Definitely will visit everytime I’m in London. And recommend to everybody! Even non vegans ☺️👍👍
Read morePros: Delicious-Plate licking Food , Friendly people, Good vibe place
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dee182x
Points +32
Vegan Food Heaven 💗 - Edit
This is by far the best Vegan place I've eaten in.
Read moreFood, staff, vibe - everything was 10/10.
If you're in London you absolutely HAVE to visit this place.
The fact that all profits go to Surge animal rights organisation is just incredible.
I wish I coulda have tried one of everything. The food knocked so many other places outta the park! 💚🌱
Pros: All Vegan. , Great choice of food and drink., 10/10 for flavour.
Cons: None. Absolutely none.
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joshuaakins1108
Points +175
Earthling Ed did not disappoint - Edit
When I was planning my trip to London, I knew that a stop by Earthling Ed's non-profit Unity Diner was an absolute must, so I made a reservation (which was super easy to do online btw) two weeks in advance. I'm so glad I did. The food is glorious gourmet junk - loaded fries, seitan burgers, sundaes, etc. I decided to pig out and got the No Lamb burger, tempura "shrimp", onion rings, and a strawberry mojito. Everything was insanely delicious, and it was great to know my bill was half dinner, half charitable donation to a vegan activism group. Any vegans in London have to give this place a try.
Read morePros: Mellow atmosphere, Delicious menu, Good cause
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faith312
Points +45
Delicious food and great service - Edit
I was visiting London and wanted a place with healthy, plant-based food. I ate at Unity Diner twice. The food was absolutely delicious and the staff was friendly and outgoing. I had the chicken caesar salad , the seitan chicken burger, and the moving mountain burger--all super yummy.
Read moreUnity Diner also donates to really good causes. Kudos all around.
Pros: Lots of variety. And a bar.
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