Vegan non-profit diner and cocktail bar opened by vegan educator Earthling Ed. Menu includes burgers, hot dogs, tofish & chips, vegan prawnz, salads and loaded fries. Large dessert selection. Full-service bar including beer, wine, coffee and a signature cocktail menu. All profits go back into animal rights work. Card only. New location in Spitalfields from October 2019. Open Tue-Fri 17:00-22:00, Sat 12:00-23:00.
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60 Wentworth St, Spitalfields, East London, England, E1 7AL
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Featured Review
theveganlau
Points +84
Vegan paradise! - Edit
Everything about our experience was brilliant from the moment we walked in the door. Staff were friendly and attentive throughout, our burgers were delicious (I had the gluten-free bun) and the loaded cheesy fries were honestly the DREAMIEST! I've been longing for more of them ever since we left ..! Kudos to the incredible chefs.
Read moreWe had the 'I love Ewe' cocktail and the 'Piers Morgan's tears' cocktail (a must!). Both were great!
They even brought out a birthday brownie for my friend's 40th birthday weekend... such a lovely touch! On top of everything the vibe of the restaurant is effortlessly cool and just a lovely place to be.
Special thanks to all the hard-working staff there! Also thanks to the legend that is Ed Winters.
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611 Reviews
First Review by Sassyvegan
mikklo
Points +67
Pub style food - Edit
Tasty dishes, mostly comfort food, good service. If you want burgers, fish and chips, this is the place!
Read morePros: Cozy place , Outside terrace , Great latte
Cons: Little pricey
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deiv_ich
Points +87
Delicious - Edit
What I found here is an excellent place to bring skeptic friends and show them that vegan can be the same junk food experience than animal based food. It’s not my favourite thing, the fact that vegan food is disguised as animal food but the job done here is excellent I must admit, the tofish really looks and tastes like fish, and the moving mountains the same with meat, even the texture of the shrimps. The food is excellent, beyond your preferences the place is 5 starts and the job they’re doing here helping the animals and showing how vegan can be for everyone is remarkable.
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cath93
Points +64
Amazing vegan shrimp! - Edit
Amazing comfort food! Had the surf n’ turf hot dog. The flavour combinations were great (ranch sauce was yum) and the tempura shrimp on top were the best vegan shrimp I’ve ever had - the texture was amazing.
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KarlieeeB
Points +200
Yum - Edit
The meals were nice but there aren't many gluten free options.
Read moreI had the Buddha bowl which was nice.
Pros: All vegan , Profits to a good cause
Cons: Not many Gf options
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AnnaPorter
Points +118
So good, it should be in everyone’s list - Edit
A great location close to the tube offering a chilled out vibe no pretence, and of course wonderful food. We had the florets to start and shared the nachos and chicken burger, onion rings and chips. It was a lot of food for 2 ppl, servings are a good size. Staff were extremely pleasant and professional.
Read morePros: All vegan, Awesome staff, Non profit set up to help animal activism
Cons: None
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SophieHoffmann
Points +16
Perfection - Edit
Extremely great food. The 'fish' tastes like actual fish. Do I have to say anything else?
Read morePros: Everythings vegan
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hhertzberg
Points +27
SO. GOOD. - Edit
Had the Tofish bites, glazed flourettes, moving mountains burger, supreme dog and the dessert special which was the salted caramel cake (best cake I’ve ever eaten in my entire life). Came here from Canada cause I love Earthling Ed with all my heart and it was so worth it. I love that it’s a non-profit too and that they’re working towards building a new farmed animal sanctuary!!! Heading to the UK Vegan Campout next weekend and I’m elated to hear that Unity Diner will have a food truck there. Fingers crossed they’ll be service the salted caramel cake again.
Read morePros: Vegan god Earthling Ed’s restaurant , Fully vegan, non-profit, Delicious
Cons: Couldn’t order every dish in one sitting. , It’s 7,700 km away from my hometown.
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fabienne_
Points +225
Tasty! - Edit
We had the vegan prawns as a starter, then the Surge Mountain Burger and another Burger with mushrooms. I’d recommend the one with the mushrooms more, because it was much tastier, but it’s more of a vegetable burger. The Surge burger had a “meat” patty, but if you know beyond meat, it’s a bit of an underwhelming experience. The starter was the best of all. DEFINITELY TRY THE PRAWNS!! The don’t look that interesting, but are soooooi tasty.
Read morePros: free tap water , prawns were delicious , donates money to an sanctuary
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cush
Points +80
Great staff , service & food. - Edit
We went for skewers & tofish to start, both delicious. Shared dirty loaded fries & had burgers but didn’t realise how big the portion size was for fries and didn’t eat it all. A starter with fries to share is plenty then we would have had room for pudding . Or starter and burger . Great to support this place and donated in the the animal sanctuary box on the shelf . Look forward to going back and having pudding :)
Read morePros: Big portions , Excellent staff, Loved the dirty loaded fries
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mcdiehl
Points +212
Favorite vegan place perhaps - Edit
A great sized menu with a nice staff. The food here I had was delicious, and I would strongly encourage any vegan to come here anytime.
Read morePros: Delicious with sizable menu, All vegan, Nice staff
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filippodibari
Points +1387
We loved it - Edit
Excellent service. Very tasty food. Staff very good in advising.
Read morePros: Mocked shrimps and hot dogs
Cons: My kid found it slightly spicy.
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AmandaEllen
Points +223
Really nice spot - Edit
Had a late dinner here, really great food, big menu and dessert menu as well. Seating indoors and outdoors, friendly staff, good service. Little slow but it was busy when we were there so understandable. I had the goodness bowl which was so nice and really filling, plus the chocolate coconut tart which was SO nice. Highly recommend. Very pretty environment and really good food
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allylockley
Points +24
A perfect vegan place - Edit
Everything about this place is great. The food was incredible (ordered the dirty loaded fries and the moving mountains burger), the staff were so lovely and cheerful, and the money goes towards a good cause! What’s not to love!
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Liv_sunlitdreamers
Points +106
The Best Vegan Restaurant I’ve been to!!! - Edit
That is really the best vegan restaurant ever!! The food was just amazing!! Amazing!!! ❤️ The place looked realy nice and the people were so friendly and kind. Definitely will visit everytime I’m in London. And recommend to everybody! Even non vegans ☺️👍👍
Read morePros: Delicious-Plate licking Food , Friendly people, Good vibe place
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dee182x
Points +32
Vegan Food Heaven 💗 - Edit
This is by far the best Vegan place I've eaten in.
Read moreFood, staff, vibe - everything was 10/10.
If you're in London you absolutely HAVE to visit this place.
The fact that all profits go to Surge animal rights organisation is just incredible.
I wish I coulda have tried one of everything. The food knocked so many other places outta the park! 💚🌱
Pros: All Vegan. , Great choice of food and drink., 10/10 for flavour.
Cons: None. Absolutely none.
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joshuaakins1108
Points +159
Earthling Ed did not disappoint - Edit
When I was planning my trip to London, I knew that a stop by Earthling Ed's non-profit Unity Diner was an absolute must, so I made a reservation (which was super easy to do online btw) two weeks in advance. I'm so glad I did. The food is glorious gourmet junk - loaded fries, seitan burgers, sundaes, etc. I decided to pig out and got the No Lamb burger, tempura "shrimp", onion rings, and a strawberry mojito. Everything was insanely delicious, and it was great to know my bill was half dinner, half charitable donation to a vegan activism group. Any vegans in London have to give this place a try.
Read morePros: Mellow atmosphere, Delicious menu, Good cause
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faith312
Points +45
Delicious food and great service - Edit
I was visiting London and wanted a place with healthy, plant-based food. I ate at Unity Diner twice. The food was absolutely delicious and the staff was friendly and outgoing. I had the chicken caesar salad , the seitan chicken burger, and the moving mountain burger--all super yummy.
Read moreUnity Diner also donates to really good causes. Kudos all around.
Pros: Lots of variety. And a bar.
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FloBold
Points +222
Good food, great cause - Edit
I’ve come here a few times now and it is the perfect place to come if your really craving a burger or hot dog. The loaded fries are amazing and staff are always lovely.
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jesstinton
Points +16
Mouth watering!! - Edit
unity diner is a non profit all vegan restaurant in shoreditch, london. the food is so tasty, the interior is gorgeous, it’s not too expensive but remember it’s for a good cause and it’s run by earthling ed!! i just wish there were more around the country!!
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AlexInWilderland
Points +223
The Future is Vegan - Edit
So thrilled to finally get to dine here! I’ve been wanting to since it opened. I had the glazed florets, Caesar salad, and oat milk latte. Really delicious. But what I love most of all is the message Ed spreads throughout the world. For the sake of our collective health and climate change, if there is to be a future, it must be vegan.
Read morePros: Outstanding cause, Superbly friendly staff, Great, fun menu
Cons: Need more locations!!!, One in California please!!!
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MandyW
Points +16
Wonderful experience. - Edit
Met my non-vegan and part time vegan relatives for Sunday lunch. Not only was I impressed!!! Great food, friendly staff. A wonderful experience. Thanks Ed.
Read morePros: Great food selection, Friendly staff, Nicely decorated
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charliethevegan
Points +246
Fabulous vegan junk food - Edit
I was so stunned by the menu and just wanted to order everything. In fact I don’t think it mattered because everything would have been delicious! The staff was super nice and I was actually shocked because “Earthling” Ed actually stood behind the bar (fangirl moment)
Read morePros: Profit helps the animals!!
Cons: quite expensive
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M.M
Points +56
Disappointing - Edit
Loaded fries have no cheese on it.
Read moreHot chocolate was watery.
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Tza
Points +42
New menu is poor - Edit
They pulled a switcheroo, some good options gone and all the hotdogs are now ‘moving mountains’ (do your research into them). Upset as I really enjoyed eating here.
Read morePros: The seitan burger is great
Cons: Menu is poor now, Lots of ‘Moving Mountains’ produce
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mattbell
Points +16
Amazing gluten free and vegan options - Edit
I actually found these guys through Shnack.co as I needed to find a gluten free restaurant. I'm occasional Vegan too so I was in the best of both worlds when I came here!! The food is absolutely delicious, the menu is clearly labeled and most importantly I found the staff to be super friendly.
Read morePros: Good quality vegan and gluten free food, Friendly staff
Cons: Wish it was easier to find
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Izadora
Points +52
Amazing place! - Edit
Loved everything about it!
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Hch75
Points +20
Good but needs to improve a lot - Edit
Staff: slow to take orders even if not extremely busy. Friendly and welcoming though.
Read moreMenu: different options available for starters, mains and desserts but needs to be more detailed. We were constantly wondering what was actually in the food we were having. The burgers seemed a bit pricey for what they are since many vegan restaurants in London and non-vegan ones serve the same! Also, needs more « actual » food with whole ingredients instead of just focusing on mock meats. Lastly, restaurant closes early on weekdays (10pm) so we were not able to order dessert at 9.45pm.
Food taste:
• Tempura « shrimp »: tasted amazing and like the real thing. Just wondered what it was made of - the menu does not detail everything!
• Supreme dog: the « sausage » itself was almost like a meaty one, quite tasty but the Bakon was too rubbery. The Mac and Cheeze on top was absolutely delicious. Would have taken it as a side on its own. Sadly, the supreme dog needed more mayo or condiments because it was too dry.
• Chickken Caesar salad with added Bakon: was not amazing. The chikken could have been less dry and there were only few, tiny bits of Bakon.
Vibe: extremely noisy place. Difficult to keep a conversation. There was a strong smell of frying... not surprising because 3/4 menu consists of fried foods but it was just too much!
Price: too pricey for what it is. Other vegan places in London way tastier and cheaper. We are aware that profits go to charity but it felt like too much (we are both students).
Tempura Shrimp (6.50) + Salad with Bakon (11) + Supreme Dog (13) + Kombucha (3) + Service Charge (12.5%) = about £38 for two people...
Pros: Friendly staff, Close to meat products
Cons: Noisy, Not very good value , Not enough fresh, whole foods
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