Are you taking part in #Veganuary this month? If you don’t regularly have a plant-based diet, it can be hard to know where to eat out for delicious vegan dishes – but lots of restaurant and cafes in the North East have brought out special #Veganuary menus or dishes this January. We’ve rounded up nine that have taken our fancy – give them a try!

1. Love Lily Tearoom in Roker, Sunderland has a fab #Veganuary menu that includes Oreo Party Pancakes, BBQ Jackfruit Wraps and Roasted Squash Salads.

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🌱Veganuary🌱 We are super excited for you to try our new Veganuary specials 🤗 have a look at our highlights to view our menus . . . . 🥑All day brunch menu 9am-3pm 🥞Pancakes 9am-3pm 🍰Cakes & drinks 9am-4pm 📒No reserations- 1st come, 1st seated 📌Roker, Sunderland 🐶Dogs welcome in our outdoor seating area 📸 Tag @lovelilytearoom in your pics 💕 Good Vibes Only

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2. Tyneside Bar Cafe (the restaurant inside Tyneside Cinema) in Newcastle city centre has brought out a special #Veganuary menu which has lots of mouthwatering options – like this tagine.

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Introducing our Barley, Chickpea and Eggplant Tagine .. one of our gorgeous dishes from our @weareveganuary menu. Available throughout January.

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3. Nu To Go in Gateshead has plenty of vegan options for breakfast, brunch and lunch – or even to take away. We love this restaurant/cafe which has a focus on delicious wholesome and healthy food. [read our blog post about them here].

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So you're craving your healthy weekend #brunch, but you've committed to #veganuary ❓ • Look no further than this meat- free bowl of goodness 😍 • #theveganbowl #nutogo #nutrition #veganism #vegansofig #veganfooddiary #vegan #veggie #veganlife #veganofinstagram #veganuk #whatveganseat #plantbased #veganblogger #veganuary2020 #newyearnewyou #healthyrestaurant #gateshead #healthyfood #breakfast #weekend

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4. Scream for Pizza in Sandyford is known for its EXCELLENT pizzas, and it has now launched a vegan version of Jackfruit shawarma with pickled red cabbage, roast red onions and mint and garlic yoghurt to celebrate #Veganuary.

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Our sandyford restaurant re opens 5pm Wednesday. To celebrate Veganuary we have a special pizza of Jackfruit shawarma with pickled red cabbage, roast red onions and mint and garlic yoghurt. #vegasm 🍕💕🙌🌱

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5. New restaurant on the block – Horticulture – has brought out a fantastic #Veganuary offering of 3x vegan small plates for just £12! A great way to sample a lot of dishes for a great price!

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VEGANUARY – Starts on Tuesday next week at Horticulture and throughout January! 3x vegan small plates for just £12! This is alongside our existing small plates menu, so don’t worry fish and meat eaters 🙂 Book your table now at www.Horticultureuk.co.uk or for more info check out the full menu in our story and on our Facebook page! // Groups and private room bookings email reservations@horticultureuk.co.uk / 0191 261 7222 #vegan #veganuary #veganfood #newcastle #finedining #restaurant #veganism #vegans

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6. Great British Cupcakery by Newcastle’s Quayside has a special #Veganuary afternoon tea for £10.95pp which is available Monday-Friday until 31st Jan 2020. Simply use the code ‘Vegan2020’ when making a booking.

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Did you know it’s officially @weareveganuary this month? To celebrate, we’re offering Vegan afternoon tea for £10.95pp Monday-Friday until 31st Jan 2020. Simply use the code ‘Vegan2020’ when placing your booking! Simple! 🙌🏻🌱🌍♥️ T&C’s apply. Offer valid on Vegan afternoon teas only. Afternoon tea must be booked at least 24 hours in advance and booked via phone. Please call 0191 2302151 to make your booking. Code must be provided along with dietary requirement at time of booking or deal will not be valid. For more info please don’t hesitate to call.

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7. The Dispensary in Newcastle isn’t just a destination for incredible pancakes but also for savoury dishes too. It has just brought out two vegan options – the Halloumi Fries Sarnie and the Philly Cheese Fake.

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🗣Calling all Veggies and Vegans 🗣 Did you really think we’d forgotten about you?! The Dispensary always has your back! Presenting our Philly Cheese Fake and Halloumi Fries Sarnie 🤤🤤🤤 we don’t do things by halves! Here’s the breakdown! | The Philly Cheese Fake | Toasted Hoagie, Sautéed Peppers and Onions, Chestnut Mushrooms topped with Vegan Cheese Sauce! WOW! 😍 Next up is the | Halloumi Fries Sarnie | Coated Deep Fried Halloumi Sticks, Shredded Gem Lettuce, Mint Yoghurt, Pomegranate & Apple Mollasses! INCREDIBLE! Tag your buds and let them know we’ve got them covered! #TheDispensaryNcl #Newcastle #Ne1 #TheDispensaryOutOfHours #OutOfHours #InstaWorthyFood #NewcastleStudents #StudentDiscount #NHSDiscount #PlacesToEat #BurgerGoals #WinterWarmers #DispensaryDates #HalalFood #GoodFood #FoodPorn #InstaFood #Vegan #Veganuary #VeggieFood #VeggieFriendly

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8. How incredible does this vegan Biscoff & Hazelnut crunch from Caffe 1901 in Gosforth look? Perfect if you are in need of a sweet treat.

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Need to satisfy your #Veganuary sweet tooth? 😋🍭 . Come and try our delicious Biscoff & Hazelnut crunch at Gosforth! 😋 . Open – Mon/Tues/Thurs 9-5:30 Wed 9-7:30 Sat 9-4:30 Visit us – Trinity Church, Gosforth High Street, Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE3 4AG #foodie #love #nebloggers #instafood #instagood #newcastle #gosforth #coffee #coffeelovers #ncl #lunch #newcastlefoodie #coffeelover #coffeeaddict #igersnewcastle #nefollowers #newcastle #cafe #sweettooth #vegan #veganuary #veganbaking #healthyliving #veganfood #veganlife #plantbased

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9. And I couldn’t leave out Greggs! It launched a vegan steak bake a few days ago and everyone has been going wild for it. Great if you’re after a cheap lunch on the go.

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The time has come.

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