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The Blue Barbakan

Polish Pierogi, Vegan Versions

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Top tips

  • Ask which pierogi variety is vegan; the lentil pierogi has been recommended by a reviewer.
  • Good to know: Vegan breakfast options may be unavailable; lunch and evening menus have been reported to include vegan dishes.
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  • Ask for an upstairs table if you want to avoid the downstairs riverside area, which is accessed by a spiral staircase.
  • Ask about vegan specials, including gluten-free combinations, when booking or calling ahead.
  • Request the main menu's vegan markings if you need help identifying suitable dishes.

People mention

No standout dish yet. People mention borscht, juice and lemonade.

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Also dumpling.

Good for

The vibe: groups The vibe: families

Praised for friendly service, attentive service and cozy atmosphere.

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Also praised for generous portions, beautiful interior, fast service, good value and lively atmosphere.

Good to know

  • Gluten-free options
  • Lunch, dinner
  • Cards and mobile pay

About

Traditional Polish dishes such as pierogi, borscht and gołąbki anchor a menu that also includes meat, fish and breakfast dishes; several lunch and dinner items can be made vegan. Reviews single out the lentil pierogi and vegan stuffed cabbage, while the wooden dining room has a downstairs riverside section reached by a spiral staircase.

Vegan menu

CAN BE MADE VEGAN
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The Blue Barbakan · dine-in · 4 dishes

More options may be available. Other dishes on this menu are still being checked.

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34 Fossgate, York, YO1 9TA, United Kingdom

Opening hours

Monday
09:00–21:00
Tuesday
Closed
Wednesday
09:00–22:00
Thursday
09:00–22:00
Friday
09:00–22:00
Saturday
09:00–22:00
Sunday
10:00–21:00

the food

4.5 out of 5. Spinach Rating

From recent reviews, out of 5.

  • Good food
  • Good service
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4.7 2,452 reviews Read on Google Maps
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3.0 1 reviews Read on HappyCow
How we rank

eating vegan

Very vegan-friendly

vegan options
Some · 3–5 dishes
menu
Clearly marked
staff
Knowledgeable
protein
lentils

Good to know: Vegan options aren't always available.

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