A 100% Plant-Based Specialist Trusted by Chefs Across the UK

At Vegetarian Express, we’ve built our reputation as a trusted partner in vegan wholesale and vegetarian wholesale supply for professional kitchens across the UK.

For nearly 40 years, we have supplied plant-based ingredients to foodservice operators who take their menus seriously, making us one of the most established names in wholesale vegetarian & vegan food in the UK.

We’re not a general wholesaler with a plant-based section bolted on. We are a dedicated plant-based wholesale specialist, built to support chefs, caterers and independent foodservice operators with the range, reliability and expertise they need.

Why Choose Vegetarian Express for Your Vegan Wholesale Needs?

100% Vegan Specialist

As a leading vegan and vegetarian wholesale supplier, everything we do is centred around plant-based food. This means: Expert knowledge of every product in our range Deep relationships with the best vegan and vegetarian brands First access to innovative new plant-based products Passionate team who understand your customers' needs

Extensive Product Range

With over 1,200 plant-based ingredients across frozen, chilled and ambient, we support complete menu development in every category you need: Plant-based proteins & meat alternatives. Dairy alternatives. Pulses, grains & whole foods. Herbs, spices & world flavours, Frozen, chilled & ambient essentials

Quality Without Compromise

As a specialist, we combine buying power with curated sourcing, helping you deliver plant-based menus that perform, without compromising on quality. We are passionate about sourcing the most vibrant and innovative vegetarian and vegan ingredients to fuel our customers' love for incredible food.

Our multi temperature fleet delivers nationwide.

BRC AA* accreditation and strict technical standards

Every order arrives exactly as it should, maintained to the highest standards from depot to delivery.

Who We Serve

From independent cafés to national catering contracts, we support foodservice operators who want plant-based done properly.

Restaurants & Cafes

From fully vegan establishments to restaurants adding plant-based options, we supply the quality ingredients you need to create exceptional dishes. [Link to: Wholesale for Restaurants - coming soon]

Delis & Independent Retailers

Stock your shelves with premium vegan and vegetarian products that your customers are actively seeking. [Link to: Wholesale for Delis - coming soon]

Hotels & Catering

Whether you're catering events or running hotel dining services, our vegetarian and vegan wholesale range ensures you can accommodate all dietary requirements. [Link to: Wholesale for Catering - coming soon]

Ordering from Vegetarian Express is simple

1. Browse Our Full Range Online

Explore our extensive vegetarian and vegan wholesale catalogue online, with detailed product information, ingredients, and nutritional data for every item.

2. Place Your Order

You can place an order online by adding products to your basket and checking out when you're ready. Simply click the basket icon in the top right corner, select Checkout, and follow the on-screen instructions.

You can check out as a guest or create an account to make future orders quicker.

Trade customers can also pay monthly through a credit account, click here to apply.

3. Minimum Order & Delivery

Minimum order value: £35
Delivery across the UK
Flexible delivery scheduling*

*Delivery times and days vary depending on where you are located and what you have ordered. After placing your order you will get allocated a delivery day slot, and our customer services team will confirm by email.

Why Businesses Trust Vegetarian Express

35+ years serving the vegan and vegetarian wholesale market
1,200+ products in our range
100% plant-based warehouse and operations
[X] businesses supplied nationwide
BRC AA certified in food safety and quality management
Award-winning customer service [add specific awards if applicable]- NPS? Can we verify this?
Exceptional account management
Quality assured products from trusted brands
Certified B Corp since 2019
Nationwide multi-temperature delivery fleet

Wholesale Meat Alternatives

Wholesale Plant-based Milk, Dairy & Egg Alternatives

Wholesale Drinks & Desserts

Wholesale Frozen Ingredients

Ambient Ingredients & Canned Goods

New Plant-based Food

Popular Collections

Explore our most popular vegan wholesale and vegetarian wholesale categories

Frequently Asked Questions

Our minimum order value is £35. If your order exceeds £60 you will qualify for free delivery.

Yes! We deliver across major areas of the UK using our own multi-temperature fleet, so frozen, chilled and ambient products arrive together in one drop.

For postcodes outside our core routes, we use trusted courier partners. If you’re unsure about delivery to your area, call 01923 249 714 or email sales@vegexp.co.uk and we’ll be happy to advise.

Place your order by 5pm for next day delivery.*

If you have agreed delivery days on your account, your order will arrive on your next scheduled delivery day.

If ordering via a web portal, cut-off times may vary, please check your portal for confirmation.

*We deliver across all major areas in the UK. However, if your postcode falls outside of these areas, your order will be delivered by a trusted courier partner, so we cannot guarantee the same delivery timings. For more information contact 01923 249714 or custservbox@vegexp.co.uk

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