Whether you are a visitor in need of a little local knowledge or a local who is keen to delve into the world of plant-based food, this guide will point you in the right direction of the best places to go in Bath.
There is an abundance of delicious vegetarian-friendly restaurants and cafes in Bath, so you certainly won’t be short for options.
All of the places on our list below are all highly rated on TripAdvisor - some of which have been claimed to be the best vegetarian restaurant in Bath and even the UK.
1 - The Green Rocket
1 Pierrepont Street
Rated 4.5 stars on TripAdvisor
This independent vegetarian restaurant offers a varied menu, all cooked using seasonal produce.
The cafe provides a relaxed setting to enjoy breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea or just a coffee and a light bite.
It is also open for dinner from Wednesday to Saturday.
The creative evening menu includes Vietnamese coconut curry, raw spaghetti bolognese and a number of indulgent desserts.
The restaurant has received rave reviews from people coming from all over the world, including South Africa, Melbourne and France.
TripAdvisor user Dawn S, from Washington DC, said it was one of the best meals she had in England.
She said: “We had just a few short minutes here but this was one of the best meals we had in England! Such great food! My husband was weary of it offering vegan dishes, etc but he was singing a different tune when we left! The food was so tasty and well-plated. We loved it!
Many reviews praise the restaurant for the quality of the service and the welcoming atmosphere.
Nick H said: “The chefs are doing such a great job creating food that tastes so great that presents just as nicely and is served by friendly knowledgeable staff in a lovely casual atmosphere.
“All the customers seem so happy and it just makes for a great sociable restaurant and makes you feel so good.”
2 - Acorn Restaurant
North Parade
Rated 4.5 stars on TripAdvisor
Proudly proclaiming 'plants taste better', this restaurant provides award-winning vegan food in the heart of Bath.
With dishes such as a 'whole cauliflower cooked in various ways, almond milk croquetta and spelt in an almond emulsion', you can certainly expect gourmet vegan dining.
The innovative and sophisticated menu is not the cheapest, with one course from the classic menu setting you back £21.
However, as a treat or on a special occasion, it is definitely worth the experience.
Over 1,500 people have reviewed the restaurant on TripAdvisor, with the large majority rating the restaurant as excellent.
TripAdvisor user, Georgina V, said: “This restaurant is the best treat you could ever have eating as a vegan. It's incredible!
“The restaurant is lovely and the staff are well informed and friendly and very much appear to be happy in their jobs.
“This restaurant is 1st class in every way and I would love to see any top rated Michelin starred restaurant be as creative as this with plant based ingredients.”
3 - Beyond The Kale
Green Park Station
Rated 4.5 stars on TripAdvisor
The moment you walk through the door you will be sold by the huge spread of rainbow-coloured, freshly-made salad bowls.
But Beyond the Kale isn’t just about the salad - from homemade falafel wraps and soups to organic juices and sweet treats, you will be spoilt for choice.
This spot has a particularly popular breakfast menu, which includes a selection of options including porridge, açai bowls, and pancakes.
Maitaifine wrote on TripAdvisor: “I went to several vegan cafes in Bath but Beyond The Kale was by far the best.
“Set in a quiet courtyard in a converted train station, this little cafe offered well prepared plant based food that was so delicious.”
4 - Nourish Plant Based Eating
London Road
Rated 4.5 stars on TripAdvisor
The adventurous menu draws inspiration from all across the world and offers vegan alternatives to popular international dishes such as Thai Laksa and tacos.
Each dish is cooked from scratch in the kitchen and uses locally-sourced and seasonal vegetables.
Reviewer aliceadelaide456 wrote: “We visited Nourish to celebrate a birthday, and I can’t recommend it enough!
"We are all vegan and the food was possibly the best we’ve ever had at a restaurant.
“The staff were lovely and the restaurant itself is beautiful - there was such a nice atmosphere.
“Impossible to find a fault, I can’t speak highly enough of the quality of food, attentiveness of staff, or atmosphere!
"If you need any conviction to commit to a vegan diet this place will do it for you.”
5 - Indian Temptation
High Street
Rated 4.5 stars on TripAdvisor
Exclusively vegetarian Indian restaurants are few and far between but Indian Temptation has set the bar high.
The restaurant offers the classic curries as well as street food and Indian Tapas.
There are also dedicated vegan and gluten free menus available, so everyone is well catered for.
The restaurant promises to take guests “on a journey of infusion, innovation and illicit flavours" through their extensive Northern and Southern Indian menu and it seems like they have kept to their word as the restaurant has received glowing reviews on TripAdvisor.
Kaha123 wrote: “Eye-openingly good.
“The fact Indian food can taste like this is honestly a revelation.
"So fresh and light, can't get vegan food this good in London. Service prompt and friendly, lovely location too.”
6 - Roots & Shoots
Brunel Square
Rated 5 stars on TripAdvisor
This 100% plant-based, eco-conscious cafe is situated right next to Bath Spa station.
The menu offers a variety of healthy yet delicious options, including salad boxes, wraps, soups and even vegan mac ‘n’ cheese.
It opened last year and seems to be pulling out all the stops - the cafe has yet to receive a rating lower than 5 stars on TripAdvisor.
A_Allen_13 wrote: “The food here was the best I've had in the UK!
“I had the bacon and chicken wrap which was on special, mac 'n' cheese, and tomato salad.
"Roots & Shoots is in a great location; close to everything I wanted to do in Bath.
“The outdoor eating area was charming and the person who took my order was friendly.
“I'm honestly contemplating eating here one more time while in the UK although I hadn't planned to return to Bath!
“I can't recommend this place highly enough.”
7 - Cascara
Upper Borough Walls
Rated 5 stars on TripAdvisor
Cascara, which opened last year, is another relative newcomer to the Bath vegan scene.
This stylish cafe is a great spot for a quiet bite to eat, offering breakfast, lunch, smoothies, speciality tea and coffee and delicious homemade baked goods.
NorthWestClaire wrote on TripAdvisor: "My friend and I randomly stumbled upon this coffee shop and ended up going here every day of her 3-day trip to Bath because we loved it so much.
"The food and drinks here are delicious, and the ladies who work here are so lovely.
"An absolute gem of a coffee shop, be sure to visit when you’re in Bath.
"Coming here everyday was a highlight of our trip to Bath, be sure to get their cheese toastie!"
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