Gone are the days when vegetarians could not find places to eat when dining out. Most cities have some fully vegetarian dining options, and nearly all restaurants now offer vegetarian and vegan options. In that sense, Blackburn is no different to other cities in the UK, as there are many dining options for vegetarians. With that in mind, which are the best vegetarian restaurants in Blackburn, Lancashire? Here are our recommendations for the best vegetarian restaurant in Blackburn and some non-vegetarian restaurants in Blackburn with plenty of vegan and vegetarian options.

The Best Vegetarian Restaurant in Blackburn

A plate of vegan food to represent vegetairan restaurants

As of December 2023, Blackburn has just two fully vegetarian restaurants.

Holy Cannoli: The Best Vegetarian Restaurant in Blackburn, Lancashire

Holy Cannoli is the best vegan restaurant in Blackburn and also one of the best restaurants overall. It is a café and bakery that opened in 2021. Not only is the menu fully vegan, but the owners also use sustainable ingredients and only use products in compostable packaging.

  • Examples from the menu: Light meals with an Italian flare, pastries, cakes, and cookies
  • Address: 7 Palatine Buildings, Great Harwood, Blackburn,
  • Telephone: 01254 882203
  • Website: https://www.holycannoligh.co.uk/
  • Opening hours: Closed on Monday and Tuesday, open from 8 am to 4 pm Wednesday to Friday and from 9 am to 3 pm Saturday and Sunday

The Sanctuary of Healing

The other vegetarian option is The Sanctuary of Healing, a café run by a charitable organisation that offers complimentary therapies. It is an organic, vegetarian restaurant with many vegan options. Diners can sit inside the café or enjoy their meal in the courtyard.

  • Examples from the menu: Hummus salad sandwich, daily soups, basil & smoked tofu salad
  • Address: Langho Centre, Dewhurst Road, Blackburn,
  • Telephone: 01254 246940
  • Website: https://thesanctuaryofhealing.co.uk/
  • Opening hours: Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 10 am to 4 pm

Some Non-Vegetarian Restaurants in Blackburn with Great Vegetarian Options

  • Great Village: Located on Pinewood in Blackburn, Great Village is one of the best Chinese restaurants for vegetarians.
  • Oodles Blackburn: A Chinese restaurant specialising in noodle dishes, and there are plenty of vegetarian options on the menu. You will find Oodles Blackburn on Victoria Street.
  • Thira Restaurant: There is a good selection of vegetarian dishes on the menu at this South Indian restaurant on Darwen Street.
  • My Lahore: It is one of the best Indian restaurants for vegetarians, and you will find it on Whitebirk Road.
  • Turtle Bay Blackburn: Vegetarian fans of Caribbean food will have plenty of choice if they dine at Turtle Bay Blackburn in Cathedral Square.
  • Ego Mediterranean: Plenty of vegetarian and vegan-friendly pizza and pasta dishes, alongside other delicious Mediterranean dishes. The restaurant is in The Knowles Arms on Pleckgate Road.
  • Black Bull Inn: Although it is a traditional British pub, the menu at the Black Bull Inn has plenty of international flare. Example dishes for vegetarians from the menu include Bull super salad, spring risotto, Thai green curry, and beetroot & chickpea burger. You will find the venue on Old Langho Road.
  • Scholars: Those who enjoy bistro-style restaurants should try Scholars in the Elizabethan Building of Blackburn College on Feilden Street. Hospitality students run the restaurant and create the dishes. There is the option to eat a four-course vegan menu, which changes every four to six weeks.

Do you agree with our recommendations for the best vegetarian restaurants in Blackburn, or do you have any other suggestions?