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The Henderson's business includes vegetarian restaurants, a shop and deli, and art gallery. This bistro's menu is reported all vegan, Nov 2015. Reported closed, Jul 2020.
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189 Reviews
First Review by McVegan01
NatalieDowelMcIntosh
Points +310
Delicious! - Edit
So nice to go for brunch in an all vegan bistro. Everything we tried was yum. The staff were lovely and so is this little place. Loved it!
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mrrfrost
Points +340
Delicious - Edit
I had the veggie haggis and mash and my partner the tofu teryaki and both were simply delicious.
Read moreA slightly limited menu but the food is amazing. A must try in Edinburgh
Pros: Delicious food, Good service
Cons: slightly pricey
Guest
FredSampson
Points +17
Vegan haggis, for real - Edit
I thought I was joking when I told friends I was going to look for vegetarian haggis in Edinburgh. But it's no joke: Henderson's offers a vegan haggis that beats the original. Dinner here made my day.
Read moreNote: I popped in around 5:00 p.m.; the waitress said it fills up around 6:00 to 6:30, especially during the annual festival.
Pros: Vegan, Friendly helpful staff, Convenient location
Cons: Small, fills up quickly.
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LittleAliceFell
Points +1939
Favourite restaurant in Edinburgh - Edit
I booked in advance for lunch with my cousin and we weren't disappointed!
Read moreThe food was absolutely incredible with so much choice, and the staff were so lovely and friendly!
I would highly recommend the spicy pancakes and 'notella tart'.
Pros: Flawless food and service
Guest
chloedaydream
Points +62
just lovely - Edit
I love this place, a must for vegans in Edinburgh. I had the Buddha bowl which was amazing and so was the chocolate avocado banana cake. Almond latte was a really nice coffee. Boyfriend had soup which was great and kale salad which was Amazing
Read morePros: friendly staff , nice atmosphere , delicious food
Cons: can get a little busy!
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dpuetz
Points +38
Love it - Edit
My wife and I have been in Edinburgh for five days, and prefer vegan/vegi food. Even while traveling we try ... it can be hard but with HappyCow the search is much easier. Yesterday we had lunch, today we had dinner. Best meal all week. I especially like the Kale/lentil salad ... I could make a whole meal with just this item. Big salad is good for two people. We give it two thumbs up !!
Read morePros: Excellent, healthy food, super !!, Reasonable price, Service is perfect
Cons: small to medium size, recommend reservations for d, nothing, and this place doesn't deserve a Con ...
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NOK
Points +72
Good real Vegan place - Edit
Pleasant and friendly hospitality with a clean and warm feeling place.
Read moreThe food was not too complex, but still gave the impression of a thought behind it.
Good tastes and well presented food that will, most certainly, bring us back here again...
Definitely a place to visit when in Edinburgh:)
Pros: good food, not too expensive, nice atmosphere
Cons: a bit of a walk from city centre
Guest
Alisonc
Points +756
yum - Edit
The first ever vegetarian restaurant in Edinburgh is a lovely place with a wide variety of food including many vegan choices or vege that can be made vegan. Very reasonable prices and nice atmosphere. I ordered the vegan pizza with 2 salads, pot of tea for about £8. Good section of cakes
Read morePros: choice, cost
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Tilde
Points +30
Just A Joy - Edit
This is literally my partner's favourite restaurant in Edinburgh. The staff are always incredibly friendly, we love the colourful decor, and the food is just great.
Read moreI think we tried most things on their menu, and didn't dislike a single thing - and then the menu changed because the season changed, so we haven't tried everything yet. As students, it's a little too pricey for us to go as often as we'd like, but it's our first choice for a treat. It's also a huge relief for my vegan partner to not have to ask questions about the menu, because we know she can have anything. The desserts are especially great, the chocolate mousse is just the best. Also try the affogato.
Pros: Amazing staff, Great food, Student discount
Cons: One time, we had some under-seasoned mash
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Libra77
Points +2932
Awesome place :) - Edit
I had a few hours to spare in Edinburgh on my way from Glasgow to home. After the excesses of vegan junk food in Glasgow it was great to see a menu offering fresh and healthy choices. I opted for the Buddha bowl which was absolutely delicious. Followed by the berry cheesecake and a hazelnut milk latte. Everything was beautifully presented, full of flavour and used quality ingredients. Staff were really friendly and provided excellent service as well as being very knowledgable on the ingredients/dishes on offer. The bistro is a lovely place to hang out too, relaxed vibe but also a place to meet friends for a sophisticated meal. If this was local to me I'd be in here all the time!
Read morePros: Everything!
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Issy
Points +304
Amazing place - Edit
We had an amazing dinner here. The food was great and service friendly. It is a small place, so make sure to book your table. We had the vegan haggis, so good!
Read morePros: Great food, Nice atmosphere, Friendly service
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Minuvweyna
Points +127
Wonderful! - Edit
I celebrated my birthday recently with dinner at Henderson's Bistro (now renamed Henderson's Vegan). As I've been dairy free for over a decade and newly vegan, it was a revelation being able to select from the entire menu with no concerns about individual ingredients. It was positively freeing to be able to confidently order whatever I fancied, without worry that it would include something a can't or won't eat.
Read moreWe split a sharing platter of tasty breads, hummus, dipping oils and olives. I selected the Teriyaki Tofu, which had an intense and smoky flavour, and my husband tried the Thai Udon Noodles, which was light and delicious. We finished with Carrot Cake and Berry Cheesecake, both of which were perfect. I was in food heaven, and my husband (an omnivore) also really enjoyed the meal. We'll definitely be visiting in future.
The restaurant itself is cosy and comfortable, but small and it was busy on the Saturday night we visited (we booked ahead, and that was definitely vital). I was really glad to see that it's popular, but after eating here, I'm not surprised in the least. The staff were friendly and attentive and service was prompt. The prices were reasonable and considering the quality of the food and generous portions, I was very pleased by the final bill.
I've found my new favourite restaurant!
Pros: Great food - all vegan, Good price, Friendly attentive staff
Cons: None
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Tiffysian
Points +26
a must-visit for vegans in-town - Edit
My mum (not vegan) and I (vegan) visited Hendersons today to our delight. Delicious food, great decor. The service was fantastic, I couldn't recommend it more.
Read morePros: design , staff, food
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Belphegor1992
Points +257
Saved my (vegan) life! - Edit
Very nice restaurant. And the only one with some options for vegans. The cakes and salads are great and the staff was awesome!
Read morePros: Breakfast, lunch and dinner options for vegans and
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AliTemple
Points +20
love it. - Edit
Lovely little place. Really friendly, great variety on the menu. Super tasty deserts! Reasonably priced and good quality food.
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christopherjboyce
Points +980
Loved it - intimate place serving good vegan food - Edit
I'd been meaning to come here for some time and really pleased I finally got round to it. To start we had the tapenade with oatcakes, and also some olives, which we shared whilst waiting for our mains which were a delicious crepe and a very tasty cashew based curry. Both were really good. We ended with a coffee based vanilla ice cream and chocolate cake - superb end to a wonderful meal. I liked the atmosphere too - it felt very relaxed and intimate and the serving people were really friendly. Edinburgh's only pure vegan restaurant/cafe and so it felt good supporting this restaurant. I'll be going back for sure. For Edinburgh this deserves 5 happy cows as one of the better places for vegans but in a wider context I have to give it a 4. We need more vegan places in Edinburgh.
Read moreNote: One thing I would say was that only 3 oatcakes with the tapenade was a bit stingy I felt. 4 would have been more reasonable.
Pros: Very friendly, Very chill atmosphere, Tasty vegan food
Cons: Tapenade is a little light on oatcakes
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MeredithGraham
Points +116
tucked away paradise - Edit
This place was the first one I went to arriving in Edinburgh. It was tucked away on a side street and had a nice ambience about it. The food came out and to the table super fast and man was it delicious. Really a homely feel about the meals. What a delicious treat and to know the whole place is vegan now makes it even better. Thanks Henderson's Vegan for an amazing 3 courses
Read morePros: warm and inviting environment , tasty food, fast and excellent service
Cons: was a bit hard to find
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jses
Points +17
Best of all Henderson's locations - Edit
The Henderson's bistro is by far the best of their three shops in Edinburgh. The dishes are far more innovative, prices seem much more commensurate with what you get, and it is all vegan. Highly recommended.
Read morePros: all vegan
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Vgneats
Points +72
So glad it's all vegan! - Edit
I have eaten at Hendersons for many years, and was delighted to find the bistro is now totally vegan! Had two courses and both were delicious - I'll be back!
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Valeska89
Points +97
awesome place for vegans - Edit
One of the best vegan places in Edinburgh. Best burger and vegan haggis I tried. Staff is awesome too!
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najaheya
Points +124
Great place! - Edit
This is an excellent place. The staff is really great and the food excellent. The chocolate nut cake is worth a trip to Edinburgh alone. Thank you so much for a great evening!
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veganmaxie
Points +61
Yum yum yum - Edit
Great place:) easy to find,nice bistro and friendly staff.
Read moreThe food is delicious( had the bean burger,of course with extra caramelised onion and cheese) and my partner had the satay with rice.lets not forget the amazing dessert, we shared the pumpkin pie and it was delicious:):)
Pros: Vegan, Great food, Great dessert
Guest
Ryecatcher
Points +2190
Rare find - Edit
I can only agree with all the reviews below: Totally worth it!
Read moreMy visit of Henderson's was an excellent experience, cozy atmosphere, most friendly service and really amazing food! It happens quite rarely to find a restaurant serving such high-quality food that tastes amazing, is served in a gourmet way and has great value!
The only thing, really, that may be disappointing is the small size of the venue; it is crowded often - but obviously you can't blame all the people going there.
Pros: most friendly, amazing food! (no exaggeration!), great value
Cons: small venue
Guest
LauraFox95
Points +116
Perfect! One of my favourites. - Edit
This place is great and I've been here with vegans, vegetarians, people with lactose allergies etc etc and everyone has found something that they've liked. It's recently gone completely vegan which is fabby. Try the nachos! They also cater to those with gluten intolerances which is very helpful.
Read moreIt can (understandably) get pretty busy at weekends so book ahead. :)
Pros: Great food, Lovely staff, Nice atmosphere
Cons: Limited dessert menu
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Marianne1967
Points +2022
we loved it - Edit
What can be better than not knowing what to choose when you can pick all the things on the menu as a vegan. In the end my hubby chose the bean burger, who turned out to be a winner for us and I chose The Orange & chilli nacho crumble tofu with quinnia, which was way to delicious for the size, I could have eaten a couple more of them. The cherrypie and soy ice with espresso as desserts and the rose lemonade and Oak Aged Beer; Innis & Gunn were also delicious.
Read morePros: friendly staff, delicious vegan food, nice place
Cons: small portion with the Orange & chilli nacho crumb
Guest
imogenmichel
Points +2687
Spectacular! An Edinburgh must-visit - Edit
I went to the Bistro today for the first time since it went vegan and was absolutely blown away. As others have said, it is a small space so I ended up waiting for about 5-10 minutes for a table at lunchtime but it was very definitely worth it. I had the haggis and caramelised onion nachos followed by the lime cashew cheesecake with a hazelnut milk latte and it was all delicious! I've been to the Bistro a few times before it went vegan but today was definitely my best experience there yet: the food was exceptionally good, the service was excellent and the staff were super helpful and friendly. If you're in Edinburgh, this is definitely a must visit.
Read morePros: Excellent all-vegan food, Great service, Cosy interiors
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McVegan01
Points +100
Now 100% Vegan - Edit
I had never been to Henderson's Bistro before, always preferring the Henderson's cafe next door, but on hearing that their menu had been switched to 100% vegan(Edinburgh's only 100% vegan eatery) I decided that this week was as good a time as any to check it out.
Read moreThe interior is bright and the mood relaxed, and there are around 10 tables altogether. The service we received throughout the meal was excellent - the waiter was very attentive and engaging, and was clearly looking to get feedback on the new menu.
To start we had the hummus, oatcakes and veg sticks, as well as the sweet potato fritters. All of these (including the oatcakes) looked to be freshly made, and the hummus that day was beetroot and basil, suggesting that they will have different kinds from time to time. All in all the impression was that thought and care had gone into the items on the menu.
To follow we had a nut burger (very tasty and held together well) and a Spanakopita (pastry stuffed with spinach and tofu.) When ordering these you also select a salad and a dip - these were quite varied and a decent size, although mine was perhaps a tad on the oily side.
To finish we had slices of their 2 specials, a key lime pie and a banoffee pie. Both were excellent without being too heavy or rich which was just as well after the large main course. A full 3 courses each plus drinks came to £50, which in the centre of town is good value.
Overall, I couldn't fault the service or the food, and now that this place is 100% vegan it means it offers real variety. If there were hundreds of vegan restaurants in Edinburgh this would still be well worth a visit - given that there isn't then it's pretty much essential.
Pros: Great staff, Atmosphere, 100% vegan
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