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Best vegan burgers in Brighton
Being in the country’s most vegan-friendly city has its perks, especially when it comes to classic fast food reimagined without meat. Here, we’ve rounded up the best vegan burgers Brighton has to offer from entirely plant-based establishments. Our RB resident vegan and reviewer, Rhys, has also picked out a few favourites. In our experience, most places that serve classic burgers also offer some form of vegan burger. Check out our best burgers in brighton page for more options and get in touch if you have any additions.
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Rest assured, you’re in for a treat when it comes to a vegan burger at The Roundhill. Including The RH Burger 2.0 and the Buffalo Chick’N Burger. The Buffalo Chick’N Burger features a fried Chick’n patty coated in buffalo hot sauce, topped with cheese, salad, and ranch sauce for all of the saucy goodness. If you prefer The RH Burger 2.0, you’ll enjoy Beyond Meat ‘Beef’ topped with RH sauce, pickles, salad, and seasoned fries. For extra epicness, add our homemade ‘bacon’ to your order.
Sarah’s been making her signature Brighton houmous since 2009 and is the undisputed queen of all things chickpea. She favours whole food over processed ingredients and chickpeas over almost anything else. Her burger is, you guessed it, chickpea based, but don’t let that put you off: what this woman can do with a chickpea is mind blowing. The burger is baked, not fried and flavoured with aubergine, sundried tomato and strong herbs giving this patty a deep satisfying flavour. You can read my blog for Smorl’s, with more about that burger, here.
Burger & Lobster Brighton ensures plant-based diners can enjoy a flavour-packed meal with their smashed plant burger. Made with a crispy panko Symplicity patty, it is layered with harissa mayo, raita slaw, aubergine, avocado, and red onion, creating a satisfying and indulgent bite. This vegan-friendly option delivers bold flavours and a great texture, proving that a plant-based burger can be just as delicious as its meaty counterparts. Served in a relaxed and welcoming setting, it is a must-try for anyone looking for a top-quality vegan burger in Brighton.
Oowee Vegan
Oowee Vegan began life in that other vegan paradise, Bristol, but decided to make Brighton home to its flagship in August 2022. Burger wise you’ll get the full spectrum here. There’s deep fried, crispy coated ‘chicken’ burgers at the downright dirty end, grilled ‘beef’ burgers in the middle and practically saintly plant patties at the other. With that in mind, you’d half expect a salad to feature somewhere on the sides or extras, but thankfully no. They deep dive into dirty with the rest of the menu; add shakes, loaded fries, popcorn ‘chicken’ and mac and cheese – you get the picture.
The Pipeline
Hidden on Little East Street in the Lanes, The Pipeline Pub is like the bad kid at the back of the school bus who’s already got something pierced. The Pipeline pulls a crowd of plant loving punks and their chums with its jukebox, live gigs and entertainment and entirely vegan menu. The burgers are all named after inspirational women from the Rock world, Patti Smith naturally getting ‘the classic’ burger. As you’d expect these burgers look like trouble, but with a 100% plant-based menu they’ve got hearts of gold.
Really Happy Chicken
There was once a rumour that the reason a certain highstreet chicken shop chain changed its name was because it couldn’t legally use the word chicken to describe the genetically modified creatures that they breaded and fried. As untrue as the rumour was, Really Happy Chicken seem to have picked it up as a marketing strategy and run with it. This independent vegan chicken shop serves a range of burgers all made with their in house 100% not chicken and secret recipe coating. The first time I came here a group of lads on a stag do turned up. At first I thought it was a case of ‘wrong turn bruv’, but they knew what they were doing and ate with gusto: the times they are a-changin’.
Freeloada
East Street is home to many fine eateries and pubs. The popular East Street Tap is a draw for tourists and locals alike with a fine selection of beers and ales, a sunny outdoor spot in the summer and an entirely vegan fast food menu. Freeloada goes big on the meat substitute, so this is one for you if you’re craving something from your former meat eating days, or just need that junk food fix to quash the consequences of ‘the night before’. Go for their signature ‘chicken’ burgers made to their own special recipe.
The World's End
The World’s End pub is a popular student hangout. With an arcade and raceway on its second floor it attracts game enthusiasts and other people who don’t think drinking beer is fun enough on its own (each to their own). The fun doesn’t stop with racing mini cars round a neon lit racecourse, oh no. The 100% vegan menu has gone to town with amusing titles and pop culture references. Thankfully the flavour packing burgers are no joke and the portions will have your sides splitting even if the ‘Big Cluckowski’ passes you by.
A few vegan burgers of note
This old-school central Brighton pub has a menu brimming with classic bar food given a modern makeover. The menu is from local chef Phil Bartley who’s renowned for his commitment to fresh, local and artisanal produce. So while things look familiar, the taste will be next level. There’s a delicious vegan burger on the menu, of the crumbed ‘chicken’ (chick’n’) variety with garlic may, chunky chips and served in a brioche bun.
Find a banging plant-based burger at MEATliquor on Brighton’s York Place. The cult burger joint is by its nature very meaty, however, the ‘Tempeh Tantrum’ dubbed vegan burger is worth popping the blinkers on for. The burger comprises double tempeh and mushroom patties and “cheese” burger sauce. There’s a further two “Inna Bun” options which include the Burgaloo and Impossible Chicken, which we’ll let you discover for yourselves. These guys mean big burger business, so it’s best to trust that you’re in safe hands!
Boysterous Burgers proudly caters to plant-based foodies with their standout vegan option: No Moo For You. Packed with a Moving Mountains patty, vegan cheese, shredded lettuce, tangy Bloody Mary ketchup and creamy vegan garlic mayo – it’s a satisfying, flavour-filled choice. Served in a soft brioche-style bun and customisable with NGI options, this burger doesn’t compromise on indulgence. Whether you’re vegan, veggie, or just curious, this Brighton burger joint delivers something delicious for everyone.
Vegan Burgers Outside Brighton
Beach House , a charming seafront café bar in Worthing, offers a delightful vegan burger option in its relaxed, beachfront setting. Located with stunning views of Worthing Pier, it’s perfect for enjoying a meal by the sea. The vegan “Moving Mountain” burger, served with relish, is a standout choice. Diners can enhance their burger with extras like guacamole or melted vegan cheese. Enjoy this tasty vegan offering while soaking in the scenic coastal atmosphere at Beach House.
Matador Burger may be best known for its indulgent burgers, but they’ve got something for plant-based foodies too! Their Veggie Burger features a grilled portobello mushroom, crispy kale, halloumi, and rosemary aioli, offering a delicious mix of textures and bold flavours. Pair it with fries, onion rings, or sweet potato fries for the ultimate comfort meal. With a stylish yet relaxed setting, Matador is a great spot to enjoy a top-tier vegan burger in Hove.
