The best vegetarian-friendly restaurants in Newcastle

Cafe Spice is a fabulous Indian restaurant that takes flavour to a whole new level. With a stunning collection of dishes all over their menu, it’s no wonder so many people regularly head to Cafe Spice to treat their tastebuds. While you may believe the majority of dishes are meat-focused, there are actually plenty of veggie options for foodies to choose from too, such as Chana Palak Pudina, which features chickpeas, spinach, mint leaves and more. Cafe Spice also makes a fantastic vegetable masala that includes a mixture of vegetables like potatoes, peas, carrots, and beans cooked with onions and tomatoes as well as spices like garam masala powder, ginger and garlic powder. Sounds delicious!

If you want to sample Cafe Spice’s fabulous flavours, use your tastecard membership to get 2 for 1 savings on your food bill.

Silk Room is a classy venue and one you have to try if you’re in the area. It’s simply one of the best places for vegetarian food in Newcastle with a fantastic selection. With wonderful starters that include sauteed mushrooms, hummus, and baba ganoush, it sets you up for a delightful main course. Here, you can opt for a cumin-spiced butternut squash and lentil vegan tarte with tomato salsa or a porcini and ricotta ravioli, with mozzarella, mushrooms and pesto oil - yummy!

Don’t forget to let your server know you’re a tastecard member so you can get a 25% discount on your food bill at Silk Room.

Next up on our adventure to find the best veggie dishes in Newcastle takes us to Zizzi in the Metro Centre. You may be wondering, “Is there really vegetarian food at Zizzi?” and the answer is most definitely yes! This beautiful establishment not only offers a wealth of meaty dishes from Italy but there’s also a strong choice of veggie dishes with authentic flavours and ingredients. From mushroom and riserva crostini or bruschetta for a starter to roasted mushroom risotto for a main course – as well as a number of veggie pizzas – you’re spoiled for choice at Zizzi.

Plus, if you let the restaurant know you’re a tastecard member, you can get 2 for 1 on your food bill.

Pizza Hut in Gateshead is our next stop, where you’ll be surprised to find a range of delicious vegetarian options on their menu. We bet you’re thinking all they serve is pizzas topped with different kinds of meat. However, they actually offer a wide selection to all who dine. There are plenty of veggie pizzas, like their mac and cheese, margherita, and hot ‘n’ spicy veg. On top of the pizzas, there’s a free salad bar to tuck into and vegetarian sides, such as onion rings, fries, and garlic bread.

Don’t forget to let your server know you’re a tastecard member as you’ll be able to take advantage of a mega 2 for 1 deal.

The final stop on our journey takes us to a beautiful chain restaurant that pleases all that enter. Bella Italia at the Gateshead Metrocentre is a great spot to finish a day of shopping. Rest your weary legs, lay down your shopping bags and tuck into some classic Italian cuisine, where there are plenty of vegetarian options available. The choice of vegetarian food here is unrivalled, with many starters friendly for veggies, while you can also opt for vegan meatballs and spaghetti, lentil ragu or butternut squash and rosemary risotto for your main course. There is also a choice of vegetarian pizzas to tuck into as well as a host of side dishes.

Also, excluding Friday and Saturday nights, you can get 2 for 1 on your food bill thanks to tastecard.

If you’re on the go in Newcastle, struggling for time and just need a quick bite to eat, consider using your tastecard membership at Burger King. Yes, Burger King does offer veggie and vegan options! You can choose between the Plant-Based Bakon King Double, the Vegan Royale and the Vegan Royale with Cheeeze. If you’re in a pinch and want a burger to quickly fill your stomach, there is no better place than Burger King.

Plus, did you know that you can save 25% by being a tastecard member?