Vegan
Thai
Fast food
Beer/Wine
Take-out
Asian
Vietnamese
Casual eatery serving Southeast Asian vegan food bowls with varying combination of sauces, veggies, tofu, mock meats, noodles, and rice. One of a few outlets. Relocated from Unit 56, Boxpark Shoreditch 2-10 Bethnal Green Rd. Open Mon-Sat 11:00-16:00. Closes early if sold out.
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10a Hanbury St, East London, England, E1 6GY
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Last update on 16 Jan 2024 by Anthony01
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Added by TheVeganBuddhist on 23 Apr 2015
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124 Reviews
First Review by Willabilly
Shanti2016
Points +937
Carribean meets Thai - it works - Edit
I would never have thought to combine plantain with puffed tofu - but wow its delicious. I skipped on the scotch bonnet sauce though 😆
Read morePros: Staff helpful with recommendations , Freshly made
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fayegg
Points +320
Fantastic as always! - Edit
Had the jerk bowl for the first time and was definitely my new favourite! Also had the dragon boat it is an all time fave!!!
Read morePros: Fantastic food, Large portions , Sooo tasty
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Jenster
Points +995
Love Love Love - Edit
One of those brilliant finds on HappyCow. Love the vibe, love the food. I had the High Grade bowl - veggies, tofu, smoky sweet and sour bbq sauce, and superfood hemp crumble. Hallelujah! Delicious. I shall be back.
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The_Sinner
Points +12
Classic thai - Edit
Nice portions and tasty meals.
Read moreThe few vegan meals are spicy, unless you choose classic meal with tofu instead of meat.
I would rather call the restaurant a classic one with vegan options😄
Pros: Very tasty, Nice size of plates/meals
Cons: Slow service while not much customers
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jague
Points +94
Very nice - Edit
Very good food and a nice restaurant. But it was a pity that only disposable tableware was available in the restaurant. If I'm in London again, I'd still love to come back.
Read morePros: Delicious Food, Nice Interieur
Cons: Disposable tableware for consumption in the restau
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NaJay
Points +50
Delicious and Quick - Edit
My partner was keen to find this restaurant when we were staying in Bethnall Green. I cannot praise enough, it's street food so don't go if you are looking for opulence. Fully vegan, friendly, big feed, delicious and a good price tag. Highly recommend 👌
Read morePros: Fully vegan, Freshly cooked, Delicious
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vegansheep
Points +2670
Amazing! - Edit
2024: new location, same tasty food! They no longer do the sticky rice as far as I could see but the main dishes looked similar to before and were very good, particularly the pad Thai.
Read more2020 review: I’ve walked past before and they used to do about 6 dishes on a menu, but now you choose your veg/protein, sauce and grain/noodles and they make it fresh for you. I had the pad Thai and it was delicious. I wish I’d had room for pudding as they did sticky rice!!
Updated from previous review on 2024-04-12
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KateBeavis
Points +331
Tasty Southeast Asian food - Edit
Great range of different dishes. I had the Laos larb which isn’t a hugely common dish so to have a vegan version was pretty amazing!
Read moreThere have been a few comments that it’s a bit pricey - yes £14 feels expensive for a lunch dish but the portions were big, it was so filling and the food tasted great! It’s not easy to find independent places selling tasty vegan food that’s not the same old vegan burger so I think it’s definitely worth it
Oh and the person working there was super friendly!
Pros: Lots of different options, Big portions, Friendly service
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emikat
Points +821
Great service and food - Edit
Came here on a quite Friday afternoon so there was plenty of seats but I can imagine it’s usually packed.
Read moreThe girl who served me was very welcoming and seemed to know most of the walk-ins.
I ate the pad Thai and I think the Dragon Boat. Everything was perfect and I can’t wait to go back.
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__freckleface__
Points +92
One of London’s best - Edit
Delicious food with a varied menu. I personally prefer the tofu to the ‘chicken’ but both are nice. Only downside is it’s now £15ish bowl so can’t be recommended as ‘cheap eats’ but imo it’s worth the price & the portions are generous. You’ll leave happy & full!
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Plumesworld
Points +977
Glad to have them back! - Edit
I first visited when they were in Box Park so I'm glad to hear of their return to this area on Hanbury Street. I enjoyed their Japanika bowl which I don't think was on their previous menu. Lovely katsu on delicious noodles! A little pricey but lots of fresh veg and happy to support a 100% vegan independent business
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TomRegan
Points +46
Tasty, but pricey - Edit
If you're after quick, healthy vegan food in East London , Cook daily is a great shout. Most dishes are rice based and boast a great combination of flavours. The dragon boat is an awesome little side dish, too.
Read moreThe only complaint is that at £14-15 a dish, you're paying a premium for what is essentially just a rice bowl. It's a shame, as if these dishes were £11 it'd be a much easier recommendation.
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marikaweinhardt
Points +5787
Triumphant return - Edit
I'm surely one of many who are excited about this comeback. The menu is pretty similar to previous incarnations if somewhat pricier but it's a prime location.
Read moreThe Lao bowl has a winning peppery chilli heat and packs a flavour punch. The Pad Thai is milder but no less delicious with perfectly al dente veggies and noodles. There's Sriracha on the tables.
The quality old-school hip-hop playlist remains but at a much lower volume. Although it's small there's a decent amount of seating.
Card payment is available.
Updated from previous review on 2023-08-11
Pros: Quick, friendly service, Spotless interior
Cons: Non-disposable bowls for eating in would be nice
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OMG this is great news!!!! I was so sad when they closed. Can’t wait to return! 💚💚💚
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Dipsy
Points +104
absolutely great - Edit
The staff was very friendly and the ambiance was chic. Lots of healthy options to choose from. Waiting time between 5-10 minutes, which is perfectly fine. For me 4 stars because it's a bit pricey and I didn't like the dish I ordered that much (KCD Pad Thai 7.5/10), but I will definitely try something else when I encounter King CookDaily again another time.
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friedrice
Points +1350
Good flavours, kinda spenny - Edit
For a bowl of just veg and rice, I paid £14. The upside is that the flavours were authentically Thai & everything tasted fresh and high quality. Will probs visit again if I'm ever in the area.
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ChrisSampson87
Points +54
Impossible not to order too much - Edit
An amazing create-your-own format. Jerk tofu curry with noodles and plantain?! Yes please. Totally delicious.
Read morePros: Many options, Big portions, Friendly service
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AndrewCliffordCooper
Points +71
Mmmmmm - Edit
Great food. I’m addicted to the teriyaki bites - if you don’t get them, you’re a lunatic.
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zzz33
Points +166
finally some nice vegan pad thai - Edit
located in a food market with a few other vegan places. quite many interesting options on menu. been looking for some decent pad thai for a while. satisfied that i went there😄chickn was great
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acarolina.amorim
Points +295
Great menu - Edit
All vegan, tasty food and amazing menu.
Read moreLoads of outside space and cool decoration inside.
Pad Thai is my favourite and will always be a must when going to east London.
Pros: All vegan, Great menu
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Ant1Plant1
Points +1783
Captures the culture of the alternative London vegan scene. - Edit
You won't find another place like this in London from the grafitti filled walls to the sound of UK music playing through the speakers this is the London! Although predominantly Asian inspired, the Cookdaily menu is a fusion of cultures and flavours that represent urban London. Items on the menu include chicken & mushroom pie, pad thai and my favourite the Caribbean inspired jerk bowl to name just a few. Not many people could pull this off but the owner King is a master at culinary cooking having been an international chef and worked in Michelin star restaurants. He's brought it right back to the roots here and birthed what I believe is a shift in culture to vegan food especially for those who come from ethnic backgrounds where food is bursting with flavours and spices. I have travelled to 45 countries and eaten hundreds of vegan meals from different places but this is my number one. It's a must try if you are in the UK.
Read morePros: Always cooked to order so fresh, Packed with flavour, Venue really represents what London is about
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VeganTurk
Points +51
Impressive - Edit
I'm not gonna say this is 'the best vegan restaurant in London' because I haven't been to them all. In fact, I've only been to a few. But I WILL say, I absolutely love this place! It's local so that's convenient. It delivers via Uber Eats, so on lazy days, THAT'S convenient too.
Read moreThe decor of the restaurant is cool. It has a fun, modern, trendy vibe. The staff are happy and friendly. There was UK grime music playing in the background on the few occasions that I visited which made a nice touch.
The menu is written all around the walls which is pretty unique, and there's an excellent variety of vegan dishes to keep anyone happy. You can be seated inside or outside. You can even take your meal away and the London Fields park is just around the corner, with Victoria Park not far away either.
Most importantly though, are the dishes themselves. Decent portions. My personal favourite is the 'High Grade', largely for novelty reasons but it tastes great too. I love that you can add or remove extra veggies, chickpeas, plantain, tofu and/or 'chickn' for practically any meal.
It's not cheap here but it's not too bad either. You'll eat and drink and leave perfectly satisfied for around £10-£15 per head.
I'm certain that once you visit this spot, or even have your food delivered to you, you'll be eager to come/order again!
Pros: Good tasty food, Fun and friendly vibe, Uber Eats deliveries
Cons: Not cheap (but not overly expensive either)
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mgatonegro
Points +319
How not to love it - Edit
Perfection in a bowl! So happy they're opening in new locations, hopefully more people will discover that vegan food is just the best!
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RuLemer
Points +22
Great - Edit
Love it. Great fake chicken texture. Beautiful flavoring and lovely atmosphere. Quick service too
Read morePros: Lots of beautiful vegan food, Only serving vegan food
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GarrrliCat
Points +1650
London’s classics - Edit
I think this place really became one of London vegan classics. Haven’t tried any of the new opened venues yet. Good food although i think it’s bit overrated. Always Go there when I feel like Asian food and don’t want to risk anything new
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pascaleehd
Points +382
Spot on - Edit
Great vegan fast food with a large variety of options to choose from. Have had everything on the menu now. The Jerk is my personal favourite. Always tasty and never leave feeling hungry as good portion sizes. Nice space too.
Read morePros: Loads of options , Moderately priced , Nice atmosphere
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Laurina
Points +637
Freaking delicious - Edit
I loved this place! The prices are really good for London, it has outdoor and indoor seating, a really cool atmosphere, the staff and seemingly all customers are super chill and happy - the atmosphere alone is worth the visit. The food is so incredibly delicious! The cater for all tastes and the meals are so filling, I honestly could have shared with another person and still have my fill.
Read morePros: Delicious food, Gigantic portions, Super nice staff
Cons: Single use tableware
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Points +20715
Cook Daily - Edit
Excellent vegan restaurant located in a hip neighborhood with a nice vibe. I loved the vegan Pad Thai, it was very flavorful and even came with vegan fish sauce. I added some spring rolls, which weren't my favorite, but the main dish alone was a home run. Jerk curry was good too, but would have been better with noodles instead of rice.
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