Cheshire is home to the Vegetarian Society in Altrincham, so it isn’t a surprise that’s theres plenty of choices to eating out in the area

1847 Restaurant 1847 is a vegan and vegetarian restaurant in the heart of Manchester, joining Greens and V Revolution in offering the region’s vegetarians and vegans inspiring menu choices. The restaurant is named after the year the Vegetarian Society was set up in Altrincham. 58 Mosley Street, (Entrance on Booth St), Manchester, M2 3HZ by1847.com

Greens Didsbury Greens is the sister restaurant of Earle's brought to West Didsbury by Chef Simon Rimmer. The restaurant first opened its doors in 1990 and has since played host to a variety of popular vegetarian dishes. On the menu you you can choose from gourmet veggie burgers to vegetarian versions of British classics such as black pudding to salads for the health conscious, including a superfood salad with quinoa. 41-43 Lapwing Lane, West Didsbury, Manchester, M20 2NT www.greensdidsbury.co.uk

At the Hollows, Hoole At the Hollows pride themselves on the social aspect of eating, with their tapas style dishes that have influences from all over the world. They have a good selection of vegetarian and vegan dishes on the menu and all dishes are clearly marked with dietary requirements to make things a lot easier, At the Hollows, 20 Charles St Hoole, Chester CH2 3AZ www.atthehollows.co.uk

Nourish Nourish aims to bring affordable healthy food to the high street. They serve truly fresh food, where fruit and vegetables are purchased daily and other ingredients come from top local businesses. You’ll find a good choice of light bites for breakfast and brunch and some delicious hot boxes for lunch. Altrincham, 41 Hale Road, WA14 2LG OR Wilmslow, 11 Bank Square, SK9 1AN www.wearenourish.co.uk

Simon Radley at The Chester Grosvenor The Restaurant at The Chester Grosvenor offers a vegetarian tasting menu courtesy of Simon Radley. Choose from pana cotta with grilled avocado and ruby grapefruit, roots and shoots, a Tortellini of mushrooms, creamed parsley root, alliums and truffles. The Chester Grosvenor, Eastgate, Chester CH1 1LT, Cheshire, England www.chestergrosvenor.com/simon-radley-restaurant

The Brink The Brink has built a unique menu around locally sourced ingredients served in a cosy and welcoming atmosphere. The Brink is a recovery social enterprise, which means all profits go back into the community fund support for those who have suffered alcoholism and addiction. The Brink, 15 - 21 Parr Street, Liverpool, L1 4JN thebrinkliverpool.com/food-menu.php

The Art School Chef Paul Askew is a North West Food Champion and is recognised as one of the regions top chefs. At the Art School you will have a chance to taste vegetarian dishes comprising of excellent local and seasonal produce. You can select food from a dedicated vegetarian set menu, including dishes such as confit of cumin-scented honey-roasted Heritage carrots with bulgar wheat, charred onions and pecans. The Art School Restaurant Liverpool 1 Sugnall Street, Liverpool L7 7EB www.theartschoolrestaurant.co.uk

Lotus Vegetarian Kitchen Lotus Vegetarian Kitchen offers a wide range of dishes cooked with mock meats, fresh vegetables and mushrooms. If you’re looking for a healthier lifestyle, vegan bites, or are just exploring new foods, the Lotus menu will have something for everyone. 536 Wilmslow Road, M20 4BY, Manchester www.lotusvegetariankitchen.com

The Garden, Hale The Garden is an organic café based in Hale that serves homely food in a cosy environment. Enjoy a range of healthy organic dishes prepared with local produce as well as mood boosting tonics and loose leaf teas. Whether breakfast, lunch or dessert is what you are after there is plenty of choice. 154 Ashley Rd, Hale, Altrincham WA15 9SA, UK thegardenhale.co.uk

Frankie’s Wine Bar Frankie’s Wine Bar in Disley promises a warm and friendly atmosphere. Enjoy an extensive wine list, some excellent cocktails and a good selection of vegetarian foods. The restaurant benefits from real log fires and an inviting shabby chic décor. 7-9 Buxton Old Road, Disley SK12 2BB www.frankieswinebar-disley.co.uk