Nando's
Known for its flame-grilled peri-peri chicken in varying heat levels, this branch has clearly labeled plant-based options including wraps and burgers using Peri-Plant strips. The friendly and attentive staff, especially team members like Erica and Fatima, often enhance the casual dining experience. While mostly a chicken-focused chain, vegan dishes require caution as recipes and sauces like The Great Imitator may contain non-vegan ingredients or be prepared inconsistently.
Vegan Friendliness
iPoor vegan options
- VEGAN OPTIONS Some · 3–5 dishes
- MENU Clearly marked
- STAFF Basic understanding
- PROTEIN Peri-Plant strips
Some users reported dishes labeled vegan that weren't — double-check with staff.
Others mentioned staff aren't always sure about ingredients.
A few noted cross-contamination — worth asking about sauces before ordering.
Some flagged hidden animal ingredients in dishes labeled vegan — ask about sauces and broths.
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Two scores: Spinach Rating grades the food. Vegan Friendliness grades how easy it is to eat vegan here.
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