Getting you through the month of Veganuary

So you’ve signed up to Veganuary. You’ve stocked up on tofu and googled 100 different ways to eat kale. No one said it was easy going green, but don’t fret – there has never been a better time to be a vegan in Yorkshire.

We’ve rounded up some of the best vegan-friendly eateries in the region to keep you on the right track for the month of January or beyond.

Our favourite Vegan-Friendly restaurants in Yorkshire

Prashad, Drighlington

Put all your Vegan-trust in the hands of Prashad and their family-run foundation of good, honest, North West Indian food. Located in Drighlington, you’ll find entirely meat-free dishes that don’t sacrifice taste or substance.

The team and head chef Minal have won a plethora of foodie awards, and are one of the best places for authentic indian food in the country, and it just so happens they’re vegan-friendly. Perfect for Veganuary.

Where? 137 Whitehall Rd, Drighlington, Bradford BD11 1AT

Veganuary: Afternoon Tea, The Grand Hotel, York

Experience an afternoon tea surrounded by glamour at York’s only 5* Hotel. Their selection of sweet and savoury treats will, to no surprise, blow you away.

Make sure you let them know when booking that you will be requiring a vegan afternoon tea, and indulge in an award-winning experience right in the centre of York.

Where? Station Rise, York YO1 6GD

Three’s A Crowd, Harrogate

A modern all-day dining gastropub with stunning views of the Harrogate Stray parkland. Headed up by multi-award-winning Chef Lee Murdoch, who utilises the best local produce to curate an ever-changing menu of classic favourites with a modern twist.

Their mouthwatering menu features plenty of vegan options, making Three’s a Crowd a must-visit this Veganuary.

Where? 11 W Park, Harrogate HG1 1BL

Veganuary: Classes at The Cookery School at The Grand, York

Satisfy those cravings for deeply warming, hearty dishes that everyone fancies during winter. This half-day cookery class teaches you how to create a range of dishes that are full of flavour but minus the meat.

Book onto a vegan course and learn how to serve up a vegan feast fit for hosting, treating your friends or even just for fun!

Where? Station Rise, York YO1 6GD

Indian Tiffin Room, Leeds

Bringing the pure authenticity of quality Indian food to the streets of West Yorkshire, Indian Tiffin Room has an extensive vegan menu.

Oozing with rich spices and flavours, the Indian Tiffin Room has made a name for itself for being the best place for street food you’d find in India. Whether it’s small sharing plates or traditional curries, their vegan menu has it all!

Where? 31-32 Park Row, Leeds LS1 5JD

Veganuary: Farmhouse, Harrogate

Serving up brunch classics with plenty of veganuary-friendly plates all day until 5 pm, Farmhouse is a firm favourite this January. Our favourite is their full vegan breakfast, giving all the vibes of a full English minus the meat. Delish.

As for drinks, pair your brunch with cocktails, mocktails, smoothies, or a quality hand-roasted coffee and soak up the vibrant atmosphere that radiates in Farmhouse.

Where? Westgate House, Station Parade, Harrogate HG1 1HQ

Craft & Dough, Sheffield

Choose from a promising Vegan pizza menu as their ‘Here Comes The Sun’ pizza contains courgettes, balsamic onions, coriander relish, creamy San Marzano Tomato and sunny pumpkin seeds before having rocket sprinkled on top.

Or, if you’re visiting for vegan brunch, they do a crafty cruelty-free breakfast, which a guilt-free baked meringue can perfectly complement.

Where? 44-46 Campo Ln, Sheffield City Centre, Sheffield S1 2EG

Veganuary: Shears Yard, Leeds

Leeds foodie favourite Shears Yard offers an evolving vegan menu guided by seasonality and local produce, making it one of the best destinations for Veganuary.

Previous vegan dishes include Salt-baked celeriac velouté, smoked almond, caper & raisin vinaigrette, or for mains, a perfect winter warmer of aubergine & tomato dopiaza, curry roasted cauliflower and cucumber salsa.

Where? 11-15 Wharf St, Leeds LS2 7EH

Veganuary: Church – Temple of Fun, Sheffield

From the legends that are Bring Me the Horizon, their frontman has brought us Church – Temple of Fun. They’re bringing an entirely vegan menu to Sheffield’s thriving foodie scene.

With a characterful old building converted into a cool music venue, bar, meet restaurant – this is such a cool place to visit in Sheffield.

Where? 4a Rutland Way, Sheffield S3 8DG

Veganuary: Eat Your Greens, Leeds

Organic restaurant and natural wine bar, Eat Your Greens, is serving up some of the best small plates Leeds has to offer. And what’s better, they have a plentiful vegan selection also.

If you’re in the market for a cosy date night spot or even a place to catch up with friends over some really good food, this is the place to be.

Where? 42 New York St, Leeds LS2 7DY

Hungry for more? Check out our guide to the best vegetarian restaurants in Yorkshire.