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Coffee shop which turned vegan in 2019. Serves coffee with multiple plant milks. Has a variety of vegan cakes and vegan sandwiches. Also serves a vegan sausage roll and smoothies. Open Mon-Fri 08:00-17:00, Sat-Sun 09:00-17:00.


151 Reviews

First Review by MrTea83

unrockbar

Points +123

Vegetarian
11 Jan 2024

Awesome breakfast/brunch

This fully vegan cafe is just a short walk from Haymarket station (or you can get the 2/3/25/33/44 buses which stop not too far away).

I love the options they offer for breakfast here - the cooked breakfast is awesome, particular shout out to the haggis and the scrambled tofu, super yummy!

I'm always torn though when I order, because the french toast is amazing too. I recommend the option with blueberries and yoghurt, but be warned - there's loads and it's very filling!

As someone who doesn't like coffee, I'm always looking for thoughtful non-coffee options on the hot drinks menu, and the chai tumeric latte definitely qualifies. An actual, tasty well-designed drink (as opposed to other lazy shops that just throw chai syrup in hot milk!).

Pros: Breakfast menu is amazing, Super selection of drinks

Cons: Hard to decide what to choose!

JustinaMK

29 Jan 2024

Thanks so much for your visit and for the lovely review!:)

Sasuu

Points +510

Vegan
10 Jan 2024

Ein Traum

Das Café Chapter One ist ein komplett veganes Café, es gibt super leckeres Frühstück , Sandwiches und süße Teilchen.
Das Café ist einfach so schön und man fühlt sich auf anhieb wohl und auch die Mitarbeiter sind super nett. #Veganuary

Pros: Super lecker, Alles selbstgemacht, Super freundlich

JustinaMK

29 Jan 2024

AlinaDeeg

Points +28

Vegan
09 Jan 2024

Lovely café!

Cozy coffee spot. The menu is great. My personal favorite is french toast.

JustinaMK

29 Jan 2024

So glad you enjoyed the French toast. Thank you!:)

BethTomlin

Points +151

Vegan
28 Dec 2023

Lovely spot for breakfast/ brunch /lunch

Great selection of sandwiches, with breakfast options, and cakes and croissants!
My favourite full scottish breakfast i’ve had out in Edinburgh

JustinaMK

29 Jan 2024

Wow, that's incredible, thanks so much! Amazing photos also!:)

sann_x

Points +118

Vegan
26 Dec 2023

vegan heaven

so many delicious options! my partner had the full breakfast, which was really nice. i had the french toast with banana, ‘bacon’ and maple syrup. also really good! cute and cosy place to sit down 🌱🫶🏼

JustinaMK

29 Jan 2024

Steph25

Points +66

Vegan
21 Dec 2023

Great to go toasted sandwiches and cake

Very friendly atmosphere, popped in for a slice of winter cake and toasted tofu and kimchi roll to go. Both fantastic.

Pros: Tasty , Friendly

JustinaMK

29 Jan 2024

eduardonasi

Points +1330

Vegan
11 Dec 2023

Vale muito a pena

Sanduíches e bolos deliciosos. Cafés muito bem preparados. Ambiente delicioso.

JustinaMK

29 Jan 2024

jo_ben

Points +138

Vegetarian
19 Nov 2023

Great coffee and food

Nice coffee and lots of imaginative vegan rolls and cakes.

Pros: Coffee, Great food, Friendly

JustinaMK

29 Jan 2024

Thanks so much, very happy you enjoyed it!

lils.rock

Points +807

Vegan
13 Nov 2023

Amazing vegan cafe

I loved this cafe, we enjoyed a delicious lunch and their croissants are soooo good! Highly recommend 😍

JustinaMK

29 Jan 2024

Thanks so much, Lils! Wonderful photos too!:)

jonathan.vanbelle

Points +48

Vegan
08 Nov 2023

Scrumdiddlyumptious

We loved this ethics-forward cafe (signs defining veganism and why dairy is “scary,” i.e. cruel). My wife and I each ordered the full breakfast and both cleaned our plates; as Roald Dahl would say, Chapter One Coffee Shop is absolutely scrumdiddlyumptious.

Pros: Full Breakfast, Cozy Atmosphere

JustinaMK

29 Jan 2024

Super happy to hear that! Thank you for noticing our ethical efforts!:)

ZippyZGirl

Points +64

Vegan
03 Nov 2023

Our Edinburgh favourite

Loved it here so much that we came twice in one day!
We ordered French toast with bacon, banana and maple syrup and it was just gorgeous! We also ordered a bacon and sausage bap. We visited again later for more tea and a cinnamon roll. Definitely recommend!

Pros: Size of coffee shop & table spacing, Breakfast choices , Tea!

JustinaMK

29 Jan 2024

Wow, that's amazing, thank you so much!:)

ydougan

Points +16

Vegan
25 Oct 2023

Ms

Excellent food and good range of plant based drinks. Staff very pleasant too.

JustinaMK

29 Jan 2024

Thank you so much, very glad you enjoyed it!

Hickington22

Points +32

Vegetarian
16 Oct 2023

Great place

We had the red velvet cake and Pain au chocolat, both were tasty.
Coffee was great too.
Great for a vegan treat.

Pros: Good cake, Good coffee

JustinaMK

29 Jan 2024

LezTravelVegan

Points +442

Vegan
15 Oct 2023

Amazing

My friend suggested this place as when I come up I always have to settle for a few vegan options. No more! Amazing

Pros: Everything vegan, Great choice

JustinaMK

29 Jan 2024

Yes, we have lots of vegan options and zero nonvegan options!:) Thanks so much for the review!

stahrchild

Points +98

Vegan
11 Oct 2023

Never impressed

I’ve been about 15/20 times in the last few years and the food has only ever just been okay. I’ve kept going because everyone needs to support local vegan places!! But always disappointed, sadly. They’ve been busy every time I’ve been in which is great

Pros: Good size menu , 5 min walk from haymarket

Cons: Food isn’t tasty!

JustinaMK

29 Jan 2024

Aw, so sad to hear you were disappointed! There are loads of other fantastic vegan places in Edinburgh - we love Black Rabbit, Sora Lella, Rabbit Food - maybe they'll be more to your liking?:)

VeganToby

Points +44

Vegan
08 Oct 2023

True love at first bite

Transcendent and delicious! A triumph of vegan cuisine 🤤😍 But seriously so amazing - had the full breakfast as my first meal in Scotland and I’m in love!

Pros: Food, Atmosphere

JustinaMK

29 Jan 2024

Wow, that's incredible, so very grateful!:)

Braceface

Points +250

Vegan
08 Oct 2023

Wow! Hit the spot like nothing else!

Cold, rainy and dreary day has been completely turned around by the warm delicious porridge, haggis, full breakfast and a steamy Cappucino!

Red velvet cake was also mouth watering!

I can stay here for hours and hours….

JustinaMK

29 Jan 2024

Thanks for your incredible review, that made our day!:)

leestone8

Points +436

Vegan
17 Sep 2023

Nice place to get breakfast or lunch

Loads of choices, reasonable prices and worth a visit

khugs

Points +88

Vegan
17 Sep 2023

Amazing French toast

My husband and I came here for brunch and we were really impressed with the menu, there is so much on offer. My husband had a delicious falafel and mango chutney sandwich and I had the French toast - it was so delicious! Prices aren’t bad and the service was very good, I would definitely recommend it.

JustinaMK

29 Jan 2024

So glad you loved the French toast! Thank you for the review:)

Niu-Niu

Points +145

Vegan
11 Sep 2023

Amazing vegan selection

I got the French toast with bacon, banana and maple syrup and it was absolutely delicious! They used 2 thick slices if sourdough bread with crispy edges and a fluffy interior. It was a very large serving and would defintly fill you up for the day. I also had the passion fruit smoothie which I would highly recomment too. There's always an amazing selection of sandwiches and cakes too.

Pros: 1. All vegan, Really tasty and high quality, Nice interior and vibe

Cons: A little pricey for some things

JustinaMK

29 Jan 2024

Thank you so much - what an incredible review! :)

keavih

Points +276

Vegan
08 Sep 2023

Nice little place

Shared a croissant and a pain au chocolat - both fantastic. Was excited for the sweet chilli chicken sandwich but wasn't to my taste, couldn't taste any sweet chilli sauce and the cheese was a bit overpowering, bread was lovely though! Maybe come earlier in the day to ensure sandwiches are fresher and that there are more options! 😊

JustinaMK

29 Jan 2024

Thanks so much for the review! We're also super happy to custom make sandwiches!:)

Edlay

Points +128

Vegan
07 Sep 2023

Lovely Cafe

Great options and all sandwiches are warmed up and served with salad. Dog friendly too 😊

JustinaMK

29 Jan 2024

Thanks so much! Yes, please bring all the dogs!:)

KatharinaMK

Points +742

Vegan
02 Sep 2023

Favourite Café 💕

We‘ve been in Edinburgh for a week and had breakfast here every morning. Now back home we already miss it 😉
Many absolutely delicious options, very nice staff, clean and cute all over ☺️
Best value for money!
Literally can’t wait for the next visit!

Update August 2023:
Still love it! Amazing options, super delicious and friendly staff. Always something new to try and definitely still 10/10! 😁

Updated from previous review on 2019-11-03

Pros: Everything

Cons: Nothing 🤷🏻‍♀️

JustinaMK

18 Nov 2019

Wow, we're humbled by this amazing review! Thanks so much for sharing this and the photos! Hope to see you again soon!:)

Whitos

Points +54

Vegan
02 Sep 2023

Delicious fresh food

We had the biscoff cinnamon bun, Nutella croissant and brie/cranberry/spinach baguette which was delicious!
Would definitely recommend visiting. Fully vegan and delicious!

Pros: Pastries , Coffee

Cons: Dark hot chocolate wasn't great but still nice

JustinaMK

29 Jan 2024

AndreaMarchettini

Points +64

Vegan
21 Aug 2023

So good!!

Staff was super lovely, and the food wasn't any less than that. We got a bree and cranberry roll (it had been so long! Shame not many places make vegan ones), a reuben roll, a biscoff and cranberry tart and a maple pecan plait. Everything was absolutely top notch! Prices very decent as well

Pros: The foooood, The driiiiink, The staaaaaff

Cons: None :)

Link246

Points +94

Vegan
31 Jul 2023

Vegan lunch oasis

Lovely coffeeshop with great sandwiches (tip: get them toasted) and very friendly staff. Much recommended!

Pros: Good portions , Nice coffee, Friendly staff

EmmaAndersson22

Points +74

Vegan
11 Jul 2023

Good coffee and chai

Chai latte was really good
Carrot cake dry and crumbly
Biscoff cake, delishiously fluffy and moist

Pros: Biscoff cake, Good portions, Cozy

Cons: Carrot cake - dry




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