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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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Featured Review

theveganlau

Points +84

Vegan
12 Mar 2024

Vegan paradise!

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.

We 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.


622 Reviews

First Review by Sassyvegan

faith312

Points +45

Mostly Veg
19 Jul 2019

Delicious food and great service

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.
Unity Diner also donates to really good causes. Kudos all around.

Pros: Lots of variety. And a bar.

FloBold

Points +222

Vegan
19 Jul 2019

Good food, great cause

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.

jesstinton

Points +16

Vegan
17 Jul 2019

Mouth watering!!

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!!

AlexInWilderland

Points +223

Vegan
13 Jul 2019

The Future is Vegan

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.

Pros: Outstanding cause, Superbly friendly staff, Great, fun menu

Cons: Need more locations!!!, One in California please!!!

MandyW

Points +16

Vegan
08 Jul 2019

Wonderful experience.

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.

Pros: Great food selection, Friendly staff, Nicely decorated

charliethevegan

Points +246

Vegan
21 Jun 2019

Fabulous vegan junk food

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)

Pros: Profit helps the animals!!

Cons: quite expensive

M.M

Points +56

Vegan
20 Jun 2019

Disappointing

Loaded fries have no cheese on it.
Hot chocolate was watery.

Tza

Points +42

Vegan
18 Jun 2019

New menu is poor

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.

Pros: The seitan burger is great

Cons: Menu is poor now, Lots of ‘Moving Mountains’ produce

mattbell

Points +16

Vegan
18 Jun 2019

Amazing gluten free and vegan options

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.

Pros: Good quality vegan and gluten free food, Friendly staff

Cons: Wish it was easier to find

Izadora

Points +52

Vegan
15 Jun 2019

Amazing place!

Loved everything about it!

Hch75

Points +20

Mostly Veg
14 Jun 2019

Good but needs to improve a lot

Staff: slow to take orders even if not extremely busy. Friendly and welcoming though.

Menu: 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

Professor

Points +253

Vegan
11 Jun 2019

Top notch food, vibe and staff.

Of its run by Earthling Ed, which is pretty cool. The food is brilliant.

maiamaia123

Points +270

Vegan
10 Jun 2019

Great Place, nice people and the best mission.

My „dirty loaded fries“ were super delicious. there was lots of stuff on the menu i wasn‘t able to try though i would have loved to. People were really nice and i love that the proceeds go to sanctuaries and the vegan cause. Would go again. Do recommend!

Pros: Vegan, Yummy, non-Profit

navi_souldog

Points +16

Vegan
10 Jun 2019

peaceful and friendly establishment

The food was delicious, the atmosphere very relaxed, professional and nice staff.

Pros: non-profit bar, friendly and attentive staff

Seanroy

Points +320

Vegan
05 Jun 2019

Fantastic Staff and Great Vegan Food!

Had lunch and then breakfast the next day. Food was outstanding. The vegan breakfast is one of the best I’ve ever had! Staff were great, Julia was great, keep it up guys

Pros: All vegan menu, Non profit organisation., Quiet location, off the main drag

lcww

Points +96

Vegan
02 Jun 2019

Too expensive

The food is super expensive. Everything is fried and my friend and I felt really heavy and gross after eating here and left the restaurant stinking of fat. They are not accommodating to allergies. I wish there was more verity on the menu to. It feels like every other vegan burger place in London but more heavy and fatty. This restaurant feels like they are trying to appeal to meat eaters regather than people who have been vegan for while.

Pros: Cool environment , Good location, Involved in charity work

Cons: Super expensive, Fatty, Vegan food for meat eaters

AntigoniChouri

Points +121

Vegan
02 Jun 2019

Amazing food and atmosphere.

Delicious food, cute place, near to old street station, so that's convenient.

myspacelor

Points +52

Vegan
02 Jun 2019

Amazing

Food was excellent and staff were great. Reservations might be needed during busier times.

NoraDakota

Points +18

Vegan
02 Jun 2019

Best vegan restaurant I've tried!

Amazing little vegan diner in the heart of London. We had the full English breakfast and the moving mountains burger, both were worth the money and my omnivore friend said the hot dog was the best he'd ever tried. Tasted like a bratwurst. I've been to a lot of vegan places and this one is hands down the best I've ever tried!

Pros: Everything's vegan , Dog friendly, non-profit, Amazing food

Cons: Expensive , No milkshake

KathrynDaviesKemp

Points +189

Vegan
02 Jun 2019

Such a fabulous place 🐮🐷🐔

Great food, relaxed atmosphere, making vegan food interesting ❤️🌱

Pros: Profits go to an animal sanctuary , Lots of options, You may get to see Earthling Ed (we did!)

Cons: Not cheap but it’s London and we are northern!

smashyface

Points +98

Vegan
29 May 2019

Really Great Food!

Small but light space with a menu that ranges from burgers and dogs to all day breakfast and really amazing desserts. We wanted one of everything! Tried the burger, fries, chikn ceasar and mac and cheese. Wish they were a little lighter with the scallions [they're on everything!], but really good food.

Pros: Great Food, Nice staff, good variety

Cons: Scallions on everything

badgirlsvegan

Points +2104

Vegan
26 May 2019

I love this place

The burgers were better than the hot dogs, but the burgers are delicious

Houstongal

Points +74

Vegan
22 May 2019

Great variety of vegan food

Finally, a place that serves more than just burgers. Very tasty and good vibe. It was a little expensive but it goes to helping an animal sanctuary.

Pros: Variety, Taste, Animal Sanctuary

Cons: Just a tad expensive, but not bad

Vegandario

Points +1563

Vegan
16 May 2019

Just perfect.

Loved everything about this place. The food was delicious, the staff super friendly, the venue hip and happening, and the place is 100% non-profit and goes to saving the lives of animals. Coming back that's for sure!

Pros: Delicious vegan food, Friendly staff, 100% non-profit for the animals

usustar

Points +20

Vegan
11 May 2019

Amazing ambient and food

Everything just perfect! The restaurant si veey cosy, nice ambient and inovative food.

YasminJiang

Points +449

Vegan
04 May 2019

Amazing brunch

Came here for a Saturday morning brunch, and I ordered the chicken & waffles. It was a big portion, good for the price. The waffles were perfectly fluffy, and the seitan chicken was crunchy and juicy in comparison. Drizzled with maple syrup, it was a wonderful meal. The coffee was average but the food more than made up for it. Very friendly staff too. Will definitely come back here for dinner.

Vegancucc

Points +598

Vegan
02 May 2019

Indulge and help animals in the same time

The great thing about Unity, (apart from the fact that profits go to vegan causes) is that you find most of your classic favourite foods in a vegan version. Even fish and chips or prawns! There are also healthy options.
I had the Surge burger, whose patty is made in house. I also tried the cheesecake which was delicious and beautifully served.
The first time I visited Unity was right when they opened and it did not leave a good impression on me. I am glad that I returned and that I could experience what my friends have been telling me for a while, that Unity has become one of the best vegan restaurants in London.

Pros: Inspiring, nice interior, Profits go to vegan causes, Beautiful food presentation




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