HUNGRY foodies have been raving about a vegan restaurant in Worcester which is changing people's perspectives on a plant-based diet- so we decided to see what the fuss was about.

Since opening last year, there has been a lot hype surrounding Reishi on The Tything, surprisingly especially among meat eaters.

The eatery on the first floor of The Lamb and Flag has people heading to Tripadvisor to admit the food has changed their thoughts on vegan food and urged others to pay it a visit. 

In one review, a person wrote: "I am as far away from vegan as you can get.

"I had already joked about getting a takeaway on the way home, but that was before the food came. Absolutely amazing taste."

Worcester News: MAIN: Aubergine ParmigianaMAIN: Aubergine Parmigiana (Image: NQ)As the occasional meat eater, I wanted to put this to the test and see if I could be converted by the food on offer. 

Upon first observation, the venue's atmosphere was relaxed and felt warm, comfortable, and inviting. 

I was craving comfort food, so I shared the baked 'nduja' And 'burrata' dip and harissa hasselback courgette starters and had aubergine parmigiana as a main. 

Worcester News: The Harissa Hasselback Courgette starter. The Harissa Hasselback Courgette starter. (Image: NQ)Unfortunately, I did not go for a dessert this time because the food portions were large and very filling - I was close to bursting at the end of my visit.

A personal favourite was the harissa hasselback courgette, which was creamy and melted in my mouth.

It had a savoury, sweet taste, and its flavours were insane.

Another surprise was the Baked 'Nduja' And 'Burrata' Dip, and I must admit I had forgotten I was eating in a vegan restaurant with this dish.

Worcester News: GAME CHANGER: The Baked 'Nduja' And 'Burrata' DipGAME CHANGER: The Baked 'Nduja' And 'Burrata' Dip (Image: NQ)Countless times, I have heard people say, 'If it were not for cheese, I would be vegan,' and the fake burrata is a game changer.

My main, the aubergine parmigiana, gave me the comfort of home cooking but with a fine dining presentation.

It was warm and cheesy and came with two slices of bread to dip into the sauce. 

Overall, I think Reishi has found the fine line between fine dining and comfort food. 

Countlessly, I have heard people joke that vegans "just eat grass" and this restaurant definitely puts those comments to shame. 

I would recommend vegans, vegetarians and meat eaters to try this eatery.