The number of people in the UK following a vegan diet has surged in recent years, as the UK market for meat substitutes is now the largest in Europe and worth more than €500m (£450m), according to market and consumer data company Statista. While it was once tricky to find a specialised vegan restaurant, here in Manchester, those following a vegan diet can now pick from more than 50 dedicated meat-free eateries within five miles of the city centre.
The city paves the way for animal-friendly food, with restaurants offering everything from burgers and pizzas to kebabs. Sadly, the city said farewell to one of its pioneering vegan restaurants recently when Northern Quarter favourite V Rev closed its doors after 10 years serving up plant-based fast food.
But there are still a host of great places for hungry, meat-free Mancs. With this in mind, we have compiled a list of five of the best vegan restaurants in the city...
