Casual vegan restaurant with smoothie bar est. since 2013. Makes food using local, seasonal, and mainly organic ingredients. Large space, rustic and up-cycled decor. Has magazines and newspaper, children's toys. Find choices like spaghetti, enchiladas, burrito, frittata, stroganoff, and vegan cakes. Last order 1 hour before closing. Open Mon-Fri 09:00-16:00, Sat 09:00-18:00, Sun 09:00-16:00. Kitchen closes one hour before closing time.
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7 The Triangle, Bournemouth, England, BH2 5RY
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Last update on 14 Jul 2024 by Mad_cucumbers
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Added by annoying vegan on 06 Jul 2013
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183 Reviews
First Review by Richard Ross
Mairi
Points +107
Home - style cooking in a relaxed setting - Edit
This is a laid - back café - restaurant, which, with free wi-fi and the option of a tab, encourages you to linger.
Read moreYou make your choice from the plentiful selection of food and drink chalked on the blackboard. Then take a seat and your order is brought to you when it's ready. Everything is vegan so you are spoilt for choice; there looked to be plenty of options for those needing gluten-free too.
I chose the three bean chilli with rice. This came in a bowl, with sliced avocado and ?soya cream on the top. It was simple but delicious with a good balance of seasoning. However, I am vegetarian rather than vegan and missed having cheese sprinkled in the top. The quantities were perfect so no waste. The wholegrain rice (a plus - point for me) was perfectly cooked. I opted for tap water and there are jugs and glasses readily available.
To finish, I ordered a peppermint tea (tisane). This was made with loose leaf tea suspended in the water in a strainer, with a ceramic lid on top to be left while it brewed. This was a nice touch although I didn't feel it tasted any better than a standard mint tea made with a tea bag.
I felt quite comfortable eating here alone. The staff were laid back and welcoming and there seemed to be people there just hanging out, reading a book or whatever as well as those having a meal with friends. I thought it was good value too.
Pros: Plenty choice; laid - back atmosphere; tasty food
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Alex Guerra Unwin
Points +28
the go-to vegan cafe in Bournemouth - Edit
I love the MC because of its relaxed atmosphere, super tasty food, even better cakes, wide selection of drinks and it's just such a nice place to go either by yourself or with friends and family.
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PurplePanda
Points +58
The Best - Edit
The best Vegan restaurant I've been to. Our whole family's favourite. We've taken meat-eating friends who have without failed loved it, too. Always friendly service, great food and fabulous atmosphere.
Read morePros: Staff, Choice, Atmosphere
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AbbiCastle
Points +125
the penultimate vegan cafe - Edit
I have toured a couple vegan cafes and always found something lacking. but I can gladly say I have not at the mad cucumber. they offer a variety of styles of food ranging from incredibly generous and satisfying salad sides and well curated vegetable dishes to classic substitute favourites like their black bean enchiladas which even my meaty friends have come and enjoyed. and their variety and strengths don't stop with the mains as their cake counter is filled with a wide variety of raw cheesecakes, tray bakes, cookies, and a cake for every taste. with constant one offs and daily specials in both mains and puddings there always seems to be something new to try.
Read morethe drinks reflect their values with food too - anything from some delicious local sourced kombucha to a hot chocolate with all the toppings!
personal favourites: their cucumber coolers are a god send in the summer. the peanut butter bars always satisfy my craving for sweet and chocolatey. and the bean patties with the huge salad fit the healthy, filling, and flavoursome tick boxes I'm usually looking for in a lunch.
once upon a time they not only offered all of these amazing foods and drinks but had breakfasts! including crepes and scrambled tofu which were again both amazing in completely separate ways.
my hope is that one day they are able to bring this back as they stopped doing breakfasts when their opening times changed (opening before 12 every day is a bit of a big ask as it is currently run by some wonderful volunteers who very much deserve some time off!)
all in all I have found multiple favourites for summer and winter meals/drinks/cakes in this cafe - it is yet to disappoint! and to top it off the cafe itself is relaxed and friendly, with its own unique style and vibe. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Pros: the foods/cakes/drinks are varied and delicious, the cafe itself is wonderfully decorated and incre, you can even get cake or drinks to go!
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GeorginaAlyssa
Points +144
Amazing vegan cafe! - Edit
The Mad Cucumber is such an amazing vegan cafe, from its cool decor, to its delicious food! There was a great range of drinks to choose from (teas, smoothies, milkshakes...), as well as hot food and cakes! I had the burrito which came with a side of rice and salad, and it was so yummy and filling. My boyfriend had the chickpea curry, which was also great. We both had a melon, pear and lemon smoothie, and then we also had some carrot cake, and lemon & poppyseed cake to finish! The staff were also friendly and helpful, and the cafe itself is very close to bournemouth's main shopping area, giving it a good location. Would definitely recommend giving this place a visit, I know I'll be going back when I can!
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IanEiloart
Points +143
Great vegan cafe - Edit
This is probably the best vegan cafe I've eaten at.
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GiordanaBurns
Points +92
Our favourite restaurant - Edit
We have been eating at the Mad Cucamber regularly for the past year. We have never been let down: the price is good; the food is always excellent and the service is very friendly. We love the place as it always has a wide selection of cakes including sugar and gluten free, so we often pop in for a take away service if we can't stop or the cafe is full. I do advice to book as the place is quite small and can get really busy.
Read moreI recommend vegetable curry, carrot cake and brownies! Enjoy!
Pros: Lots of vegan cakes!, Good Price, all menu is yummy
Cons: busy so book!
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RuthAndrade
Points +78
Amazing vibe! - Edit
I was having a really bad day and check on Happy Cow what was closest to me and was delighted to find the Mad Cucumber. I had the patties with rice and salad. It came in a large serving, delicious.
Read moreThey have a nice selection of vegan chocolate, cookies, cakes, teas, smoothies and about -5-6 main courses. All vegan.
The vibe is lovely, artistic, warm and cozy with comfortable sofas and good internet.
Thoroughly recommend this.
Pros: Good Value, Great Vibe, Delicious food
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sophiewillcox
Points +28
Amazing! - Edit
Popped in here during my trip to Bournemouth and loved it! The atmosphere was great and the staff really friendly and helpful.
Read moreThe menu was huge and I wish I had a chance to try more! But the smoothie, pecan cookie and peanut butter slice I had were all delicious and I highly recommend them!
Seriously considering making another trip to Bournemouth just to come back here!
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DarrylSyms
Points +26
Amazing! - Edit
Ate here on my travels through Bournemouth and its definitely the best Vegan restaurant I've been to so far. The food selection was great, the portion sizes were spot on, and the price was fantastic. Oh and the cakes were to die for!! The staff are so friendly and the dishes are presented really well.
Read morePros: Delicious Food, Good Value for Money, Welcoming Staff
Cons: I wish they were closer to my home
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marie la vie en rose
Points +65
Decidedly average fare - Edit
My friend and i found our food to be very bland. The fritter meal was tasteless and uncreative. The chocolate cake was stale and dry. Staff were very friendly and it seemed to be a popular haunt for locals.
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SarahAlam
Points +27
It’s yummy veggie - Edit
My friend and I went to Mad Cucumber on this weekend. The food was exquisite! So flavorful – I have heard great things about it and seen some decent photographs on Instagram and Facebook. Regardless of the possibility that you're not vegetarian or vegan it’s a pleasant change and the food is so wonderful you won't be missing your meat! You will definitely enjoy your visit. It was quality healthy food, good atmosphere, pleasant staff will return and the costs are incredible as well. Without a doubt visit!
Read morePros: Quality food, Nice ambiance, nice staff
Cons: a lil bit late service, nothing, noithing
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KoalaEva
Points +33
Delicious vegan cake! - Edit
I highly recommend the Mad Cucumber. I only wish it had been around when I started uni and that I had discovered it sooner! They made me an absolutely delicious chocolate layered vegan cake for my birthday (very last minute of me, I asked the day before and they were still able to make it for me). SO good... all my non-vegan friends and family that tried it loved it, too.
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EllyD
Points +17
wished I lived in Bournemouth - Edit
Lucky residents of Bournemouth having the Mad Cucumber. Went there in mid December 2014 with my parents (who live there and go often). It was packed out. I had a fudge brownie which was lovely and rich and a big pot of tea. Lovely atmosphere too and very friendly staff. Tried to go there a couple days later but they have a massive closure period for xmas and new year unfortunately.
Read morePros: Big pot of tea, Friendly staff, Welcoming atmosphere
Cons: long holiday closure period
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d.oven
Points +40
Vegan yumminess - Edit
Well what can i say, I can only give it 5 Cows/Stars as there are no more to give. A very happy, enjoyable experience They are all very friendly and it a very comfortable and clean and there food is wonderful and yummy I had mushroom stroganoff and cheesey garlic bread which i shared with my husband he had 3 bean chilli and we both had tiramisu cake very yummy. cant wait to go back and try what else they have.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on Thursday May 22, 2014
Pros: Excellent vegan food, Good value, very friendly
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Wrigsamsamurai
Points +24
new favourite! - Edit
I've just moved to Bournemouth and was so happy to find a vegan restaurant in town! It was my first visit and had the enchiladas and garlic bread. Yum! I will definitely be going back as the food was amazing and the staff were so friendly! Good vibes all around!
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saramarshall
Points +443
Lovely cafe, food and staff - Edit
I loved everything about this place. Great atmosphere and friendly people. The food was great too. The mushroom stroganoff with brown rice is perfect, as was the sundried tomato and pesto pasta and the garlic bread with cheese. The dessert counter is particularly impressive, I had to try three. Will definitely be going back.
Read morePros: Variety, Friendly, Good food
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clairehalls
Points +50
Yummy food and a great choice! - Edit
We've been here three times now, for breakfast, soup and the mushroom stroganoff. The food is delicious and there is a great choice! Would definitely recommend :)
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cgadelaide
Points +22
Amazing! - Edit
My girlfriend and I tried out this cafe while on holiday in England. We ordered the pasta and the curry, both of which were very hearty and filling. Personally I preferred the curry, it was delicious! We also had a wonderful, quite sizable vegan hot chocolate and a smoothie which was thick and delicious. The food was fresh, very filling, and very tasty. We also tried six of their vegan dessert options (3 for a pound) and were very happy with all of them. The carrot cake was our favourite, but they were all wonderful. Very polite servers and a wonderful, homey space. We will be back before we leave!
Read moreUpdated from previous review on Monday December 02, 2013
Pros: Fresh, Reasonably priced, Friendly staff and a lovely atmosphere
Cons: We can't fault it!
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nirvana2013
Points +75
Great find - Edit
Great to find a vegan cafe in Dorset. Good food, smoothies and cakes. Owned and run by a friendly Polish vegan family.
Read morePros: Great smoothies, Friendly service
Cons: Could do with some more savoury dishes, Portions were snack size
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Richard Ross
Points +1209
Great to have a vegan restaurant in Bournemouth. - Edit
Mad Cucumber is a light, airy restaurant with comfortable seats and sofas, serving fresh vegan food.
Read moreFrom the limited main course menu I had a vegetable curry, which was to my taste but my companion felt lacked spice. The choice of desserts included an apple crumble and a variety of cakes, which were scrumptious. There is a great choice of imaginative smoothies. Price for the two course plus smoothie was just under £12 a head.
The relaxed and friendly atmosphere makes for an enjoyable experience. Mad cucumber will be a must on my visits to Bournemouth.
Pros: Pleasant and welcoming space., Friendly service., Great smoothies and desserts.
Cons: Limited main course choice.
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