Looking for vegan chicken alternatives? There are plenty of cluckin’ tasty dishes available at UK restaurants.
As more people embrace vegan eating, high-street chains and independent restaurants are expanding their plant-powered options.
So, if you’re not sure where to find vegan chicken substitutes on restaurant menus in the UK, check out our guide.
Chain Restaurants
Burger King
Burger King’s classic Royale has been given a vegan makeover and it’s just as tasty as the original.
The Vegan Royale features a crispy patty topped with mayo. It’s Vegan Society Approved, which means it’s cooked separately from non-vegan items on the menu.
Papa John’s
Papa John’s offers an impressive range of vegan pizza, but if you’re after something chicken-style, look no further than the Not-Chicken Vegan Bites – veg protein in crispy southern fried-style breadcrumbs with a choice of dip. They’re deliciously crispy and dangerously more-ish.
Looking for something a little different? Their Cauliflower Wings are perfect for dipping and sharing.
KFC
Enjoy KFC’s iconic finger-lickin’ flavour but without the cruelty! Made with a Quorn vegan chicken fillet, it’s an alternative you need to try. Unfortunately, it’s not yet available as a meal as the fries aren’t vegan-friendly.
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There are several vegan chicken options available at everyone’s favourite pub chain:
- Quorn ‘No Chicken’ Nuggets Basket – Eight crispy coated Quorn no-chicken pieces served with coleslaw and sweet chilli sauce. A great sharer or a satisfying meal in its own right.
- Sticky Korean Fried Quorn ‘No Chicken’ Bowl – Quorn no-chicken pieces tossed in a sticky Korean-style sauce. Bold, flavourful and 100% plant-based.
- Quorn ‘No Chicken’ Spice Bag – Eight Quorn no-chicken pieces tossed in a salt & chilli Chinese-style mix. A plant-based spin on a takeaway classic.
Byron Burger
What’s on the menu at Byron Burger? The Vegan Chicken Tenders are a standout menu option for plant-based diners – crispy, satisfying and full of flavour.
Did you know that all of Byron’s chicken burgers can be made vegan? Ask your server to make the swap and enjoy a fully plant-based version of your favourite.
Vegan and veggie Restaurants
If you want to go somewhere that’s committed to plant-based cooking, these restaurants are serving up some seriously impressive chicken-free dishes.
Temple of Seitan
A 100% vegan chik’n shop with sites in Camden, Hackney, York, Edinburgh, Cambridge and Liverpool.
- Temple Burger – The signature stack – a crispy chik’n fillet with all the trimmings.
- Nashville Hot Burger – Fiery, crispy and utterly craveable.
- Buffalo Glaze Burger – Tangy buffalo sauce meets crispy chik’n in one seriously saucy burger.
- Two Piece Fillets – Classic chik’n fillets, temple style.
- Twist Wrap – A flavour-packed wrap to eat on the go.
- Temple Wings – Plant-based wings that give the real thing a serious run for its money.
Mildreds – London
London’s beloved plant-based restaurant group, with sites across the city.
- Chick+n Caesar Burger – A plant-based twist on a classic combo – crispy chick+n, Caesar dressing and all the good stuff.
- Korean Fried Chick+n Burger – Bold Korean-inspired flavours in a plant-based burger you won’t forget.
Unity Diner – London
London’s fully vegan diner with a feel-good menu and a big heart.
- Peri Peri Chicken Skewers – Plant-based skewers with a punchy peri peri kick.
- Caesar Salad – A vegan Caesar done right – with crispy plant-based chicken on top.
- Original Fried Chicken Burger – Unity Diner’s take on the classic fried chicken burger, 100% animal-free.
Jam Delish – London
Caribbean-inspired vegan food bursting with bold flavours and joyful cooking.
- Jerk “Chicken” Caesar Salad – Smoky jerk spices meet classic Caesar – a flavour combination that really works.
- Caribbean Fried “Chicken” & Jamaican Gravy – Comfort food at its finest, with a Caribbean soul.
- Jerk “Chicken” Skewers & Jollof – Perfectly spiced plant-based skewers served with fragrant jollof rice.
Oowee Vegan
Oowee Vegan has locations in Bristol, Brighton and London (Brixton Village).
Fried Chik’n Burgers:
- The Sneaky Clucker – Crispy chik’n, dirty sauce, American cheese and lettuce.
- Flamin’ Hot Clucker – Crispy chik’n, hot mayo, crispy fried jalapeños, American cheese, gherkins and lettuce.
- The Other Side Chick – Crispy chik’n, garlic mayo, sweet pickled pink onions and lettuce.
- BBQ Cluckin Sandwich – Crispy chik’n, BBQ sauce, American cheese, onion rings, gherkins and lettuce.
- The Big Bacon Swiss – Crispy chik’n, baconaise, smoked gouda, bacon, hash brown and lettuce.
Wraps:
- The Wraps – Soft tortilla wrap loaded with iceberg lettuce and 3 Chick’n strips. Choose from BBQ, Spicy or Mayo.
Chik’n & Bites:
- Chik’n Tenders – Oowee’s famous crispy tenders, perfect for dipping.
- Boneless Bites – Classic crispy bites, also available in a Hot Honey glaze.
- Cauli Bites – Cauliflower florets tossed in Oowee’s seasoned crispy coating.
Dirty Fries:
- Cluckin’ Fries – Fries or waffle fries topped with American style gravy, mozzarella, fried chik’n and spring onions. Available as a personal or sharing portion. Oowee say these are the dish that made them famous.
You’ll even find countless vegan chicken alternatives at your local supermarkets too!
