Bristol’s best student veggie and vegan spots

No matter why you’re cutting your meat consumption, it’s easy for students to eat sustainably on a budget in Bristol. These are just a few of our favourite places to eat if you’re vegetarian or vegan:

Cafe Kino

108 Stokes Croft, Bristol, BS1 3RU
www.cafekino.coop
If you say the words ‘vegan’ and ‘Bristol’ in the same sentence, one of the most recommended spots to fill up on plant-based food is Cafe Kino. The cosy little community space is situated in Stokes Croft, around a ten-minute walk from the centre, and offers a huge array of food, from hearty breakfasts to burgers and beers. A personal favourite is the vegan sausage sandwich priced at just £4.50, which is both delicious and friendly to a student budget.

Pipal Tree

28 Chelsea Road, Easton, Bristol, BS5 6AF
www.pipaltreerestaurant.com
Family-run and situated in Easton, the experienced chefs over at Pipal Tree provide delicious Punjabi cuisine with a unique British fusion flavour. As well as their delicious samosas, platters and pakoras, they also serve vegetarian and vegan breakfasts and indulgent desserts, all at very reasonable prices.

Flow

8A Haymarket Walk, Bristol, BS1 3LN
www.flowbristol.co.uk
Nestled in the centre of Bristol, right by the Bearpit, Flow serves up seasonal, plant-based dishes designed for sharing. The prices are a little bit higher than the rest of these places, so this is the perfect spot for an upmarket treat and a couple of cocktails too.

Koocha

10 Zetland Road, Redland, Bristol, BS6 7PL
www.koochamezzebar.com
Serving up inventive cocktails and an entirely plant-based menu, Koocha, situated just off Gloucester Road, provides just the Mediterranean mezze fix that Bristol needs. With the offer of four mezze dishes for just £12, Koocha is the perfect place to stop off whilst exploring the expanse of Gloucester Road, and has quickly established itself as a favourite amongst locals.

Thali Cafe

Various locations in Southville, Easton, Clifton, Montpelier and Totterdown
www.thethalirestaurant.co.uk
With five restaurants situated in locations around Bristol, wherever you are, you’re not far away from a Thali Cafe. What began as a food truck on the festival circuit is now a hugely popular spot for ethical and sustainable Indian dishes. Everything on the menu, from simple poppadums to vegan chocolate torte is delicious, and won’t break the bank.

Eat-A-Pitta

Various locations in St Nicholas’ Market, Broadmead, Clifton Triangle and Gloucester Road
www.eatapitta.co.uk
If you’re in the mood for something quick whilst on the go, but still want healthy, delicious vegetarian food, Eat-A-Pitta is the one for you. With stores in St Nicholas’ Market, Gloucester Road, Broadmead and on the Clifton Triangle, wherever you are and whatever you’re doing, there’s always time to stop of for a delicious falafel wrap, or perhaps a houmous salad box. Grab a loyalty card and be prepared to queue as most of the city will have had the same idea.

Chaiwalla

70 Stokes Croft, BS1 3QY

www.facebook.com/Chaiwalla-Bristol

Fresh vegan Indian street food is their speciality. Their curries are steaming hot and topped with delicious salad delights, and the samosas are bursting with flavour and flaky pastry. Situated in Stokes Croft and serving up lunches for only £5, plus incentives for bringing back containers, Chaiwalla certainly is the place for hungry people on a student budget.