So you've set yourself a goal to eat more healthily, but you don't know where to head on your lunch break? Well, we've got you covered, we've curated a list of the 10 best restaurants in Camden that serve nutritious food and drink that also happens to be some of the tastiest in London! While we offer the freshest office fruit boxes in the city, it's not a full meal. So, here are the best healthy restaurants in Camden for office workers to enjoy a healthy lunch!
The Best Restaurants in Camden for a Healthy Work Lunch!
1. Mildreds
Mildreds is a successful vegan restaurant with multiple locations in the city of London including one in Camden Town. They are committed to sourcing their ingredients organically whenever possible and have seasonal menus to ensure that ingredients are only being used when they're in season.
This restaurant offers a variety of creative dishes ranging from plant burgers to stew! Whether you're looking to grab a coffee and brunch or order small plates paired with some fruity cocktails, Mildreds always provides a relaxed atmosphere! It's the perfect place for a healthy lunch, but we wouldn't rule it out for an immersive dining experience either!
2. Tossed
If you're looking for fresh food to eat in or on the go then Tossed is the perfect place for you! Tossed promises that all their wholesome food is made to order from fresh and can be completely customised to fit anything you fancy, whether that's a wrap or a couple of poké bowls. They have the best range of vegetables and greens to help you maintain those healthy eating goals.
Tossed also have a dedicated menu for gym food, this is ideal for those who like to visit the gym straight after work and want to keep up the healthy lifestyle! The nearest Tossed to Camden is Grays Inn Road, but if you have the time on your lunch break to visit, it's well worth the quick trip.
3. Tofu Vegan
Tofu Veganshowcases the rich, authentic flavours of Chinese cuisine but with a plant-based twist. Their hot dishes range from dim-sum to heart-warming soups. We think that both vegans and non-vegans will all enjoy the incredible flavours at Tofu Vegan!
Tofu Vegan doesn't have a location in Camden at the time of writing, but there is one near Angel tube station that promises a relaxing and delicious meal during the week and at weekends.
4. Nano Mediterranean
This lunch location specialises in vibrant, Greek-inspired flavours that are packed with protein. Their dishes range from healthy salads to wholesome chargrilled meat ensuring that all preferences are catered for.
You can find Nano Mediterranean at the heart of the lively atmosphere in Camden Market so is the perfect solution for when you're craving street food and a bit of live entertainment.
5. Honest Burgers
This restaurant chain is dedicated to serving authentic, better-quality meat across the UK and supports local farmers who use less than 50% carbon per kg of beef than UK standard beef. So not only does Honest Burgers want to provide its customers with healthier, good-quality meat, but they are also helping to protect our environment!
Don't worry if you are a veggie because Honest Burgers also serves incredible plant-based burgers and vegetarian side dishes! They also allow you to swap their rosemary-salted chips for a green salad if you're feeling extra healthy. Yeah, this list is about healthy food, and burgers often don't top the charts when it comes to healthy food, but we all need to treat ourselves sometimes, right!
6. Granger & Co
Brought over from Australia, the Granger & Co restaurants have your healthy breakfast, lunch and dinner sorted! Their focus is on fresh, seasonal produce to create plant-based, meat and seafood dishes with a luscious taste.
Granger & Co not only offers exquisite food but also has the very best drinks menu, including homemade sodas and vibrant smoothies loaded with fruits!
7. The Fields Beneath
The Fields Beneath is made for all of you coffee lovers! They source their coffee directly from Costa Rica and since opening have removed all animal products from their menu, making them entirely vegan-friendly.
Head down to this cafe if you fancy a more traditional lunch like super filling sandwiches and tasty bagels but still want to stick to your healthy diet. Alternatively, if you do find yourself wanting a cheeky treat then a slice of their homemade cakes is always a fabulous option!
8. Namaaste Kitchen
Namaaste Kitchen's mouth-watering, authentic Indian flavours combined with its specialist grill dishes are what make it one of the best healthy restaurants in London. They have a dedicated vegan dinner menu as well as plenty of delicious non-alcoholic mocktails making choosing the healthy option as easy as it's ever been.
With an award-winning chef in the pilot's seat, Namaaste Kitchen has developed some of the tastiest treats in the city. The use the freshest ingredients to create some really innovate and exciting dishes. We love this place for lunch, but would never so no to dinner here, either!
9. The Good Life Eatery
The Good Life Eatery proves that healthy food doesn't have to be boring! This location also offers sweet options, such as their acai bowl which is customisable with a range of toppings like almond butter, bananas and blueberries for a healthy breakfast. For lunch, there's super tasty superfood salads and sarnies that will blow your socks off!
Their fresh food elevates your classic breakfast and lunch items whilst including plenty of superfoods and grains and they have a range of dairy-free options. At The Good Life Eatery, you can also choose from a handful of their delicious, cold-pressed juice drinks or their wellness shots. So, it's healthy, good food that everyone will love!
10. Nyce
Nyce is the best spot for a sweet treat without the guilt! Like Nano Mediterranean, they are buried in the lively atmosphere of Camden Markets and are a great option for a to-go dessert to enjoy on your walk back to work. Their superfruit bowls and froyo are made from whole fruits and are an ideal fix for your sugar cravings.
They have a wide range of creative flavours suitable for all moods, including soft-serve sorbet and milkshakes. Nyce is your reminder that not all healthy food has to be savoury!
And there you have it! The healthiest spots in Camden for a healthy work lunch! If you want to keep eating healthy at work, Ripe can help! We deliver fresh fruit all over London, including Camden - we also have lots of other healthy snacks too! Not to mention, handy and helpful tips for healthy snacking in the office too! So, check out the rest of our site, order an office fruit box and start enjoying a healthy lunch in the office as soon as tomorrow!
Healthy Restaurant Food FAQs
What is the healthiest food to eat at a restaurant?
Whilst a classic salad is always delicious, there are plenty of other options to choose from and alternatives to make your decision easier! Our top tip is to look for menu items that are rich in proteins, such as chicken, fish, or eggs. These foods tend to have more nutritional value if they are boiled, steamed, or grilled rather than fried!
We also recommend trying to trade out the classics such as fries for healthier options, for example, order baked or boiled potatoes from the menu instead! Another easy swap to make is going for tomato or yoghurt-based sauces rather than creamy sauces.
What is the number one healthiest fast-food restaurant?
Leon! Leon is a fantastic fast-food chain with a variety of choices suitable for all diets, including vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free options. Unlike the majority of fast-food chains, Leon focuses on using fresh, natural ingredients and putting a healthy twist on all your fast-food favourites. They have multiple restaurants across London and the rest of the UK, including one in Camden.
Their menus include their famous, signature baked fries, colourful salads as well as veggie burgers further proving that healthy food can be both convenient and flavourful!
How healthy are restaurant meals?
Although restaurant meals tend to include more salts, saturated fats, oils and sugars than homemade meals, plenty of restaurants offer meals suitable for when you are craving healthy food. We'd say that when you're eating out just be mindful of portion sizes, as restaurants often serve large portion sizes which can lead to overeating.
Another tip is to look at the nutritional information on the menu, as it can help you to make more informed and better choices.
What to eat in restaurants when dieting?
Prioritise dishes with lean proteins and high fibre and look for dishes that are low in unhealthy fats, like fish or tofu and swap out calorific sides such as fries for healthier options like side salads or steamed vegetables. For dessert, either opt for fresh fruit or simply skip it!
One other way to easily cut out unnecessary sugars is by ordering water, black coffee or unsweetened tea instead of a sugary drink.
