While it’s become easier than ever to make mindful consumer choices on a day-to-day, it can get a little daunting when you’re stuck at an unfamiliar airport with limited options. Going prepared is always a safe bet, but what if you have a long layover ahead of you? Those serious hunger pangs are sure to kick in at some point!
In such a situation, the name of the game is keeping yourself occupied (and content!), and there are few better ways to kill time at an airport than to go vegan food scouting. The good news is you’ll find plenty of vegan options at Heathrow Airport.
The next time you’re at Heathrow, use HappyCow as your friendly guide!
1. Wagamama (T3)
“Ramen is Divine. Honestly, I had been in Greece for three weeks and barely had access to Asian food. I connected at Heathrow and found the vegan ramen here heavenly. They clearly mark their multiple vegan options and even take allergies very seriously.” – LizMayo
2. Leon (T2)
“Healthy-ish airport food. Located on the lower level next to gate A16, this fast food outlet offers healthy and vegan options from breakfast items to burgers and alcohol. Plant milk on offer is oat or coconut milk. Four stars for offering fair trade and organic options and recyclable packaging.” – sfio
3. Pret A Manger (T4 & 5)
“Perfect quick bite! Safe bet all the time! I headed here before a flight at terminal 5 Heathrow and was impressed as there were so many vegan options! We bought x3 different vegan sandwiches which were all fresh prepared and very tasty. Nut milk based drinks also available, dark chocolate and lots of other snacks. If you haven’t got a lot of time, this place is always a safe bet for vegans and if you’re veggie there’s so much choice for you here too! Eat in or takeaway!” –
TARAMCDONALD
4. Giraffe (T5)
“Great service and price. Many vegan options. Had the “chicken” burger with sweet potato fries. When they arrived cold I asked the guy if this was the intention and within 5 min I had new warm crispy super tasty fries! Burger was also ok. Loved the service. Very personable which is surprising considering how busy they are.” – peanutplans
5. WonderTree (T2)
“Surprisingly good. So I’m not usually a fan of Giraffe (or similar “world food” cafes) because the food isn’t really made with love. But I have to say the vegan scramble was pretty good – nicely spiced. The smashed avo that came with it would rival the best artisan brunch places. Nice work Wondertree. Would def be back.
Pros: Clearly marked vegan options on breakfast menu, More than one choice (hallelujah!), Staff have actually tried the vegan options” – AdarshRadia
6. Itsu (T5)
“Delicious vegan sushi, and gyozu dumplings! Itsu has a great choice of vegan sushi, avocado baby rolls, veggie box and and extra large veggie box with salad. Also green salad with rice and avocado, coconut yoghurt, miso soup with tofu and hot gyozu dumplings with soy mince and spices. Everything is half price half an hour before closing, and with every coffee you get a free banana! Excellent value for money.” – Maddyeve88
7. Starbucks (T5)
“No vegan milk upcharge! The title says it all! and there were 4 different vegan grab and go options all with totally different flavors. this was my first time having vegan tuna and it did not disappoint!! i wish starbucks in the states could be like this 😭😭” – briannamaphis
8. La Salle (T2)
“Good Airport Option. For an airport option, their vegan burger ( fries) was sizeable and tasted pretty good too. In the situation, I was pretty satisfied with this vegan option. There are more vegan options too on the menu. Just make sure to ask for the vegan menu.” – mcdiehl
9. Caffe Nero (T3)
“Decent food and cheap. They had two vegan options for food, the veggie wrap and the toastie. Both were surprisingly good. It’s still airport food but good options, I will say not very filling tho.” – Atp146
10. Yo! Sushi (T2)
“Better than average “veg option”/red places. My first visit to a YO! Sushi and a very pleasant one. Lots of vegan options and all tasty. Small things made it easy – like mayo already being vegan – so few custom orders needed. Bright and colourful and stylish, a nice place to sit and eat. Just a little too easy to eat too much with it all trundling past the whole time.” – flatworldsedge
10 places with vegan options! That’s WAY more than even just a few years ago! But it doesn’t end there—you’ll also find vegan options at Eat, Oriel Grande Brasserie, BigSmoke, and Carluccio’s.
Do you know of any other vegan options at Heathrow Airport that are worth adding to this list? Let us know in the comments.
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