Six by Nico's Guilty Pleasures Menu is a joy from start to finish

There's a vegan restaurant to be found around almost every corner promising you all the plant-based burgers, doughnuts or even pizza crunches your herbivorous heart could desire We're truly spoiled for choice. But, sometimes? We can't help but feel that there's a bit of refinement missing.

In a city that is known for its boundary-pushing culinary offerings, there's an odd gap in the market for vegetarian options when in search of a fine dining experience.

Having visited Six by Nico to try their new 'Guilty Pleasures' menu, we think we may have found the missing link.

Pictured: Truffle mac and cheese croquettes were served as a snack

There really is nothing more satisfying than being served a veggie menu that is just as well thought out and balanced as its original counterpart and we feel no guilt whatsoever in telling you we finished every bite.

The first stand out of the night was the ‘Spaghetti Hoops’ with Courgette & Roasted Tomato, Anellini & Aged Pecorino Foam.

Pictured: Spaghetti Hoops - a fun take on a nostalgic favourite.

As a small bowl topped marshmallow-esque foam arrived at the table we did wonder if this was taking things a little too far. Having been raised to appreciate the culinary delicacy that is scrambled eggs and spaghetti hoops on toast (trust us, try it) this was a dangerous dish to be messing with.

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There was no need to worry though as digging into the dinky bowl gave way to a rich underlayer of salty tomato pasta which tasted like a hit of pure nostalgia. The playful way that this menu reworks of our comfort food favourites adds a big element of fun to the experience which continues on through each delicious course.

Pictured: Green Tomato Gazpacho - not your average tinned soup.

The next serving of ‘Straight from the can’ Green Tomato Gazpacho, Pickled Watermelon, Coriander & Lime was fresh, zingy far from the store cupboard staple cream of tomato soup.

It has to be said that the chunks of watermelon hidden at the bottom of the bowl were a little strange against the foamy and light texture of the gazpacho, but if this is the meals only fault, then it's surely a good sign.

While it’s become common these days for eateries to rely heavily on vegan substitutes like seitan or pea protein to make plant-based versions of meat, the next three courses of the tasting menu at Six by Nico go to show that if handled with care, veg can more than steal the show.

Pictured: A Refined take on a Fish Supper with curry sauce

The Cauliflower Curry course was a nod to a full fish supper sacrificing none of the flavour by subbing out the Scarabaster Cod used on the regular menu. The most enjoyable element of the dish was the tiny, crispy slivers of tarragon potato placed delicately as a playful take on classic chippy chips.

Pictured: The Kebab course with perfectly flavoured halloumi

The 'Kebab' we were served was nothing like a sad end of the night takeaway you’re bound to regret the morning after. Chef Nico’s version was rich and tangy halloumi with pickled cabbage, rose Harissa, cucumber chutney served with the most buttery of flatbreads.

Pictured: Baked celeriac was the perfect substitute for chicken.

In place of the meat used for the ‘Nico Fried Chicken’ the vegetarian option uses salt-baked celeriac with hen of the woods mushroom.

However, it’s the thick black garlic emulsion that tastes like a grown-up version of a chicken shop gravy that really brings this plate to life.

Pictured: Nutella and Waffles - every bit as good as it sounds.

Finally, the desert. What is there to be said about 'Nutella and Waffles' with sour cherry other than it’s exactly as good as you would imagine. Smooth, chocolaty and totally indulgent. It lives up to expectations and then some.

Aside from the outstanding food, there's a great atmosphere to be found at this bustling Argyle Street spot.

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The staff are both friendly and extremely knowledgeable about each dish (and optional wine pairing) which made the meal an enjoyable taste of fine dining without leaning into any pretension or pomp.

The food really does do all the talking.

Our verdict? The Guilty Pleasures menu is the perfect indulgence for veggies and meat-eaters alike and a true showcase of the talent behind the Six by Nico brand.

For more information on Six By Nico click here.