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If you have any special dietary requirements, then finding a decent place to eat is challenging. Thankfully, restauranteurs and chefs are becoming increasingly aware that they need to cater to both the wants and needs of their customers by providing dishes that allow all customers to dine in their restaurants. Two groups of people that face these challenges are vegans and vegetarians. Although options for vegetarian restaurants in Blackpool that serve only plant-based food are limited, there are some options in the town. There are also some non-vegetarian restaurants that offer plenty of dishes for those who eat a plant-based diet. Here are some of the best vegetarian restaurants in Blackpool, along with some non-vegetarian restaurants that offer a good selection of vegetarian and vegan dishes.

Best Vegetarian Restaurants in Blackpool

Cosy Jazz Café: Best Vegetarian Restaurant Overall

Not only is Cosy Jazz Café one of the best vegetarian restaurants in Blackpool, but it is also one of the best restaurants in Blackpool overall, as it receives consistently high ratings from customers. All the food at the restaurant is vegan, and the menu includes vegan versions of full breakfast, meatballs, jerk chicken, tortilla wraps, sandwiches, salads, pizza, burgers, and cakes. The restaurant has a great vibe, and there are plans to start hosting live music and comedy nights soon.

Seitan Hustle: Best Vegetarian Takeaway in Blackpool

Seitan Hustle is a vegan food business that creates high-quality and delicious food that is plant-based. The business started out in nearby Fleetwood but is now serving vegan takeout food from Barbell Bistro in Blackpool from Thursdays to Sundays. Typical dishes on the menu include rice bowls, vegan burgers, plant-based kebabs, and tofu dishes.  

Opening hours: Thursday to Sunday evenings

Upside Down: Best Vegan Coffee Shop

If you want a plant-based breakfast, brunch, or lunch, then one of the best vegetarian restaurants in Blackpool is Upside Down Coffee. It is a small coffee shop that serves plant-based dishes and cakes to accompany the diners’ sustainable, traceable, organic, and ethically sourced coffees.

  • Address: 28 Edward Street, Blackpool, FY1 1BA
  • Website: https://www.upsidedownblackpool.com/
  • Opening hours: Closed on Mondays and Tuesdays, open from 10 am to 3 pm Wednesday to Friday and from 10 am to 4 pm on Saturday and Sunday

Non-Vegetarian Restaurants in Blackpool with Plenty of Vegan Options

If you are dining out with non-vegetarian friends or family, you may prefer to eat in a non-vegetarian restaurant in Blackpool that offers some vegetarian options. Here are our suggestions for where vegans and vegetarians can enjoy decent food in Blackpool.

Boonak Thai Restaurant: One of the best Thai restaurants in the area, Boonak Thai Restaurant has multiple options for vegetarians. There is a separate starter menu of vegetable dishes, and all the curries and stir-fries are available with vegetables or tofu instead of the meat or fish variations. It is closed on Mondays and then opens for separate lunch and dinner services from Tuesday to Sunday.

Hive: Once a coffee shop, Hive has expanded its offerings to become a fantastic place to dine out in Blackpool. It also has a retail space selling fruit and vegetables. Some vegetarian options on the menu include Bombay potato curry, roasted vegetable wrap, vegan breakfasts, and various vegetarian sandwiches.  

Michael Wan’s Wok Inn: The restaurant offers an eclectic selection of Asian dishes in a dining room decorated to absorb customers into the Asian culture and enhance the dining experience. Some of the menu options include vegetable gyoza, steamed beans with chilli oil, tofu & vegetable ramen, tofu & vegetable donburi, sweet potato & lentil bao burgers, vegetable chow mein, and katsu vegetable curry. It is one of the best Chinese restaurants in Blackpool.

More Options for Vegetarians Dining Out in Blackpool

  • Vintro Lounge: Open from 9 am until late, seven days a week. It is a casual venue that is known for its cocktails.
  • Mi Casa Su Casa: One of the best Spanish and tapas restaurants in Blackpool.
  • The Bank Bar & Grill: A traditional steakhouse with vegetable options
  • Kay’s Kitchen: Fantastic Thai food with plenty of vegan options.
  • Italian cuisine is a great choice for vegetarians, as there are usually plenty of options on the menu. Therefore, you might like to check out our list of the best Italian restaurants in Blackpool, as many have multiple vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options.

Do you have any more recommendations for the best vegan and vegetarian restaurants in Blackpool or places in Blackpool with vegetarian options on the menu? Let us know in the comments section below.