A vegetarian thali to represent the best vegetarian restaurants in Preston
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No matter where you are, vegans and vegetarians often find it challenging to find a decent place to eat that accommodates their dietary requirements. However, if you are in Preston, you will find a good selection of options. While there are some vegetarian restaurants, there are also many highly rated restaurants serving delicious vegetarian food alongside the meat or seafood options on the menu. Here are some of the best vegetarian restaurants in Preston and recommendations for places with decent vegetarian options on their menus.

Best Vegetarian Restaurants in Preston

RK Dining: One of the Best Vegetarian Restaurants in Preston

RK Dining has become known as one of the best vegetarian restaurants in Preston and one of the city’s best Indian restaurants. The menu is 100% vegetarian, with many vegan and dairy-free options available. Most people choose the thali options, which include small portions of several dishes with sides. RK Dining is also known for its selection of Indian sweets, which many people pop in to buy and take home. It is a reasonably priced option for vegetarians dining out in Preston.

  • Address: 75-77 Plungington Road, Preston,
  • Telephone: 01772 200505
  • Website: http://www.rkdining.co.uk/
  • Opening Hours: Closed on Mondays, open from 12 noon to 8 pm Tuesdays to Sundays

Rana’s Spice: A Highly Rated Restaurant in Preston

Another fantastic vegetarian restaurant in Preston is Rana’s Spice, another Indian restaurant. It serves vegetarian and vegan dishes, and there is the option to dine in or takeout food. On the menu, expect items such as vegetable curries, dahls, and samosas.

  • Address: 85-87 Fylde Road, Preston, England
  • Telephone: 01772 822262
  • Website: https://ranaspice.co.uk/
  • Opening hours: Closed on Mondays, open 10 am to 8,30 pm Tuesdays to Sundays

Other Preston Restaurants Serving Vegetarian Options

The following are some of the best restaurants to visit serving vegetarian food in Preston, despite not being a vegetarian option. These are the best options if you are dining out in Preston with friends and family who do not eat a plant-based diet.

  • Blooms: You will find Blooms inside the Flower Bowl Entertainment Centre in Preston. It boasts a diverse menu, including British, Indian, Middle Eastern, and Mediterranean dishes. Some typical vegetarian or vegan options on the menu include the falafel bowl, pizza with vegan cheese, vegetable curry, and hummus dip.
  • Fino Tapas: A traditional Spanish tapas bar with a wide selection of tapas on offer. Amongst the delicious offering is a fantastic selection of vegetarian and vegan options at affordable prices. One location is on Guildhall Street in Preston, and the other is on Liverpool Road in Penwortham, Preston. There is also a Blackpool restaurant and restaurants in Hesketh Bank, Chester, and Kendal.
  • Ego Mediterranean: Although it is not a vegetarian restaurant, Ego Mediterranean offers some of Preston’s best vegan and vegetarian options. A separate vegan menu boasts multiple starters, platters, pasta dishes, two pizzas, and some dessert options.
  • Mowgli: An Indian street food restaurant chain, Mowgli has plenty of vegetarian options and a separate vegan menu. We visited recently and ordered one of the lentil dishes from the vegan menu, and you can read our Mowgli review here.
  • Haighton Manor: Haighton Manor is one of the best restaurants in Preston, and it has some great vegetarian and vegan options as they cater for all tastes and dietary needs. The menu changes regularly, but some example dishes you may see on the menu include Malaysian curry, beetroot falafel with hummus and pitta bread, feta and grilled courgette salad, butternut squash tortellini, and vegetarian wellington.

Other Information

If you are visiting Preston for longer than a meal, you might also like to read our articles on budget hotels, Japanese restaurants, and things to do in Preston.

We hope our suggestions for the best vegetarian restaurants in Preston, Lancashire, have inspired you. If you are staying in Lancashire or live in the area, you can also read about the vegetarian restaurants in Lancaster.