222 Vegan Cuisine — Restaurant in London

Apparently healthy, but ultimately unhygienic, not very clean, a supermarket of germs. There was only one person who served at the tables (takes menus that all the people touched with their hands) and who is at the cashier (handles money and cards with her hands) and who prepares drinks (handles vegetables with her hands when you take a smoothie and she centrifuges it), and does all this without using gloves and never washing her hands. You do the math. There was no waitress and the woman at the counter who prepares the smoothies and serves the tables does it all. At least when we were there. I've never seen her wash her hands or use gloves. The wait at the tables is very long (we entered at 7.45pm and left at 9.30pm, because she does everything, the lady who I think is the owner. There is only one other person in the kitchen so there were two of them, in a place where I counted 30 people and the tables were all full. Rightly, the wait is very long. As always the tactic is to bring you a drink and then if you are lucky after 45 minutes it brings you food, so in the meantime you have to order other things to drink. In the end even though the plates are nice to look at, we having taken four plates, and having spent 66, 50 pounds, on the plates you can count 10 pounds of vegetables for all 4 plates, not each. Plus £2.50 organic tofu (for all) you get at tesco Obviously, the price includes the drinks. 3 smoothie prepared by the lady, again touching the vegetables when previously she handed menus and cash with her hands and never cleaned. All four dishes were spicy and too salty in fact the two children left almost half of the food, complaining that they were too salty. If I have to come to places like this my favorite place remains the Thai buffet in Shepherd Bush (which one might call cheap and nasty, at least they cook the food in front of you and in the break time the staff eat the same things the customers eat, therefore inspire me with confidence). Then in the end she brought us a bill for £ 60 and after 2 minutes when she came back with the payment machine she brought another receipt for £ 66.50, saying she was wrong. My daughter insisted that the bill was overcharged but I didn't care, I paid and left. I want to say that I searched this place on the internet because we try to change one place a week to try new things, but obviously like all businesses when they promote their store, the photos are beautiful and they tell you well about the place There is also written on the internet that they do all you can eat, but it is not true, perhaps they say it to attract people...

Since opening in 2004, 222 Vegan Cuisine has aimed to provide west London with a welcoming atmosphere and "satisfying, delicious food which is also very good for you". All dishes are prepared to order by Ben and his kitchen using fresh natural ingredients, and techniques which preserve taste and nutritional value. This means that any special requests can be make just for you and you can trust your needs will be met.

222 strives to offer dishes that are as delicious as they are healthy. The menu is low-fat, low-salt, non-GM and organic where possible.

As someone who follows a vegan lifestyle, I appreciate a diverse and delicious menu that is a delightful celebration of plant-based cuisine, and it's clear that the chefs are passionate about creating dishes that are not only good for us but also incredibly tasty. There were dishes inspired by African cuisine, the Caribbean, Mediterranean, different areas of Asia, etc.

One aspect that sets 222 apart is their commitment to accommodating various dietary preferences and restrictions. Their excellent gluten-free options are a game-changer for individuals with gluten sensitivities or allergies. It's rare to find a vegan restaurant that offers such a wide array of gluten-free choices that are both safe and scrumptious. From gluten-free pasta dishes to mouth-watering desserts, they've got it all covered.

My Celiac dining partner and I found the entire dining experience outstanding. The ambiance is cozy and inviting, making it a perfect spot for everything from intimate dinners to group gatherings. The staff is incredibly friendly and knowledgeable, always ready to offer recommendations or answer any questions about their menu.

The legendary 222 Vegan Cuisine is a true treasure for the local vegan community and anyone looking for exceptional gluten-free options. The value it brings to the community, its dedication to plant-based excellence, and its commitment to catering to diverse dietary needs make it a must-visit restaurant.

If you're in the area and want to savour delicious vegan and gluten-free dishes in a warm and welcoming setting, 222 Vegan Cuisine is the place to be. I can't wait to return and explore more of their delectable offerings! Afterall you can only try so many dishes...

LITTLE GF (Coeliac) OPTIONS AND UNIMAGINATIVE VEGAN/VEGETARIAN DISHES.

I was left very confused with why this place has such a high rating on google. The dishes are unimaginative for someone who is GF & Vegan. I can only imagine that this area of London don't have many options of Vegan/Vegtarian crusine. Therefore this place must feel like heaven for those. But if your use to eating out at various Vegan/Gf Cafes-Restaurants, then you won't find much fun and stimulating flavours here. The food is bland, which came as a suprise. Now please believe me when I say I was VERY much looking forward to eating here, with this being my third attempt to get into the place. I really don't know what the fuss is about. I ordered (due to little GF choice if much at all) The Raw carrot/courget/cucumber/red pepper: Review-how hard can you get this wrong-all the veg isn't cut fresh before served,therefore all dried up. The dips are so bland that the hummus doesn't taste like hummus & the avocado dip has no flavour to even notice its avocado. The third dip...I have no idea what that is😂.

I then ordered the sides, plantan & sweet potato. Both of these tasted AMAZING vs what I just ate.

The dessert, after taking 25mins to arrive, baring in mind this is a raw dessert inside a suprisingly empty 222 evening. That dessert was wonderful apart from warming up and disappearing on the plate. (perhaps was left sitting om the side a while.) I wish I hadn't lost the photos of these last three dishes, but feel free to try this place. I'd be suprised if you return...if you do, then great for you. Its just another unimaginative Vegan hyped restaurant that doesn't represent Vegan/Vegetarian crusine very well.

Sorry this wasn't so positive...feel free to read all the other positive ones as thats all your getting from me.

p.s... for the amount of veg platter you get in the photo below... £6ish cost for that excuse of a veg platter is just wrong. I bring more fresh veg in my lunch to work then what is shown below. Now you...