If you're a vegetarian or vegan in Covent Garden, or there with someone else who is, you could do a lot worse than Neal's Yard Salad Bar. I've been there a couple of times, and was impressed by the large menu of items, all clearly labeled as to whether they're vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, etc.

It's usually busy, with a take-away bar downstairs, lots of outside seating (some covered, some open), and many tables upstairs overlooking Neal's Yard. Tables are simple, light-coloured wood, but the interior decor is brightly coloured paints and pictures. Service is good.

The food's far from boring. Some of it is Brazilian/Portuguese-themed. The first time there I had a giant pile of lentils and beans and assorted veg, with some fried banana on the side: delish. The second time I had vegan bruschetta for a starter, and a massive salad I couldn't finish. You can get vegan burgers that I've been told are better than the norm. They have vegan mayonnaise that tastes just like the regular stuff. I'm told the veggie pizza is very good. There's even a couple of meat options at the back, if you must.

My only criticism of this place is that there's only one toilet, so you often have to queue for it.