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Serves meat, vegan options available. Large menu, has a vegetarian section offering fry ups, chilli, curries, omelettes, baked potatoes, and more. Vegan dishes are clearly marked and could include a vegan fry up and vegan milkshakes with almond milk and Oreos. Relocated from 50 Botanic Ave. Open Mon-Fri 08:00-22:00, Sat-Sun 09:00-23:00.
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44 Castle St, Belfast, Northern Ireland, BT1 1HB
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41 Reviews
First Review by kuni
RichardWaterton
Points +18
Vegan options were great - Edit
The vegan options were delicious, me and my partner got the vegan fry up early in the morning and it was very filling. Came with potato cakes. The vibe is also really nice. Was packed.
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Suzieg
Points +613
Comfort food - Edit
The vegan wrap and chilli were tasty but nothing spectacular! The chilli wasn’t very spicy. Proper chips which were very good. We would try the breakfast next time as this looked good!
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2024-04-08
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MrSteve
Points +41
Lovely breakfast in Belfast - Edit
We arrived early into Belfast and needed a vegan breakfast. My gf and I had a vegan fried breakfast and a vegan breakfast burrito between us. Food was great and filling and just what we needed. The staff were accommodating and left the burrito’s mushrooms on the side when asked. Would definitely recommend and will likely return for an evening meal whilst in NI.
Read morePros: Separate veggie/ vegan menu, Non-dairy milk available, Potato bread was lovely
Cons: Had to queue to get a table (due to popularity), Cash only on our visit - informed before sitting
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sophiaeruiz
Points +127
Great food and staff - Edit
Lush vegan options and amazing coffee, staff are lovely and attentive, special shoutout to the bloke who said he was European (sorry didn’t catch his name that’s the only identifying thing I got), he was a great mood booster with fab energy!
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2024-01-01
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KrystalW
Points +148
BEST spot in Belfast, Ireland - Edit
They have vegan and vegetarian options and they ask which menu you want when you walk in. My ship docked here every 12 days and sometimes I would go for breakfast and then go back for lunch. The food and service was always great. It’s 5 ⭐️s for me!
Read morePros: Food, Service, Atmosphere
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VeganLaura23
Points +24
Good option for a group of mixed vegan and non-vegans - Edit
During my stay in Belfast I visited both this venue and the one by the Botanic gardens. Staff at both venues were very friendly and attentive. We visited this venue at lunch time and had about a 10 minute wait for a table. They have a separate vegan/vegetarian menu and the options are extensive. I was with 3 non-vegans and there was plenty for all of us to choose from.
Read moreI opted for the Breakfast Burrito and an ice-cream float. The vegan drink options are mind-blowing, there are so many and I wanted to try them all but as I've never been able to get a vegan ice-cream float before, I went with that and I wasn't disappointed. My mum had a vegan banana milkshake and said it was the best she'd ever had.
I highly recommend this place and I will definitely be going back.
Pros: Extensive menu, Cool vibes, Friendly staff
Cons: None
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SarahEB
Points +108
Good value and good vegan menu - Edit
Loved the fact they asked you if you were veggie or vegan when seating you and then gave you the separate menu. Loads of choice and great prices!
Read morePros: Separate menu, Can bring your own wine or beer for £2 corkage , Good service, big portions
Cons: None
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Daniken30
Points +219
Disappointing visit - Edit
I have ate here in the past but the latest trip was nothing g short of disappointing. We ordered vegan burgers (menu describes as soya protein), but we’re served vegetable burgers. I queried these, to be told they “may not be vegan” and our plates taken away for at least 5 minutes from our view. The exact same plates produced with the waitress saying “the box said vegan”, I attempted to describe that we wanted the vegan burgers (aka soya protein burger not the vegetable burger), but they did not seem to understand what I meant. It felt they just didn’t want to waste the food on the plate either.
Read moreWhen leaving they did knock £5 off the bill, but only because I said my meal was cold (I forced myself to eat half the vegetable burger to deal with the awkwardness of it all) and said this was likely due to our food being taken away out of view while they checked if it was vegan. The chips were also then cold.
Truly disappointing to say the least. We even planned to have desert there but after that meal, we just wanted to leave.
It’s like going to McDonalds and ordering a mcPlant, then they give you a vegetable deluxe (which sure is vegan) but it’s not what you ordered. We felt it wouldn’t have happened if we were not vegan, and I left feeling like I wasted money and that the staff did not care.
Pros: Good selection on menu , A quirky restaurant
Cons: Staff could be more attentive, Staff need to learn vegan options better, Felt unheard
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ElenaAcosta
Points +79
Really nice + queer vibes - Edit
I had a vegan wrap and the cheesy curry fries. Both really tasty, even tough the fries were a bit spicy. Also had the hazelnut shake and it was amazing.
Read moreVery friendly atmosphere and strong queer vibes, loved it :)
They were quite fast bringing the food as well. They ask you first thing if you are vegan or vegetarian and they have a separate menu with quite a lot of options.
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Pedí el wrap vegano y las patatas con queso y curry. Las dos cosas estaban muy buenas pero las patatas un poco picantes. El batido de avellana también buenísimo. Muy buena ambiente y muy queer, me encantó :)
Fueron rápides sirviendo la comida. Nada más llegar te preguntan si eres vegan/vegetarian y tienen un menú aparte con bastantes opciones. Lo recomiendo!
Updated from previous review on 2023-07-28
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middymuddy
Points +500
Vegan fry! - Edit
There was a solid separate vegan menu, and I was exciting to get a vegan fry! Everything was great except the scrambled tofu, very turmeric-y, but I think scrambled egg mimicry is just not for me. I also got a piece of chocolate cake with vegan ice cream that was pretty good, but the fry plate was so good.
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Vgnneve
Points +53
Lovely vegan brunch! - Edit
They had their own vegan/veggie menu and when being shown to your table we were asked if we would like that menu, so it must be popular with vegans/veggies!
Read morePros: Lots of vegan options
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olivia123
Points +289
Extensive menu!! - Edit
Really great vegan options, from full English’s to sandwiches, burgers, vegan cheese, vegan mayo! Truly amazing!
Read morePros: Loads of options, Super good prices , Tasty food
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mattwatts92
Points +56
Great café! - Edit
Went for breakfast while staying in Belfast - plenty of vegan options on the breakfast and all day menu, with lots of options that can also be made vegan. Friendly staff too. Highly recommend!
Read morePros: Lots of vegan options
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SophieSchueler
Points +125
Great options! - Edit
A true hotspot in Belfast. They have lovely vegan and vegetarian breakfasts. Had the traditional english with a vegan milkshake after a night out. Cured the hangover immediately.
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conn0rr
Points +503
Amazing breakfast - Edit
Huge vegan menu, I had the breakfast burrito and it was great. So flavourful and also great value for money. #Veganuary
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Saff
Points +1355
Would be a 5 star! - Edit
The best vegan full Irish breakfast! Separate vegan/vegetarian menu. Knowledgeable staff and heavenly food. Be prepared to wait a while to be seated during peak hours but it is worth the wait!
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avocado_jess
Points +2931
Cheap and cheerful - Edit
Filling food that is served quickly and affordably. I loved the vegan breakfast bap (so much cheese!) and we returned for a quick dinner before flight home. Such an extensive separate vegan and vegetarian menu, we both struggled to choose. Husband enjoyed pancakes and veggie breakfast.
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r.douglasx
Points +509
amazing vegan brunch - Edit
been to the one in the centre before, loved it, and this one on botanic avenue was just as fab! there’s a separate vegan/vegetarian menu which makes me happy and i had the vegan fry which was so yummy, very filling. place was busy however which made the service slow so keep in mind if you’re to go. recommend to anyone in belfast though!!
Read morePros: lots of vegan options , good prices
Cons: busy, slow service, music quite loud
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MrsWoodlands
Points +2464
A good feed - Edit
Finally made it to Maggie Mays. Much mentioned on the local vegan Facebook group. I was not disappointed. It reminded me of the causeway cafe food. Vegan options just feel normal. So refreshing. I had tofu scramble with brown toast and tomato and mushrooms. Nothing felt oily. Tofu was really tasty. Moderately sized portion. Followed by lashings of tea. Other half had the chilli. He opted for half and half (rice/chips). They forgot the chips and guacamole but brought them with a smile quickly when we mentioned it. The place seemed busy and there was a little queue for a table. High ceilings, open door and booths mitigated for this. The music was a bit too loud for easy chat but I quite enjoyed the music. A mixed bag of jazz, blues, RnB. Wondering if it is ‘sounds like’ music as all familiar but not recognising anything! It took all my strength not to order a vegan pudding - chocolate or carrot cake served with plant ice cream. I tasted the berry based soyashake. Very icecreamy and delicious. Apparently Maggie and May were the owners’ grannies. I will be back. There are other branches too.
Read morePros: Inexpensive , Good opening hours, Normalising vegan is m
Cons: Not many healthy options
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lucesea
Points +166
Order envy - Edit
I ordered the scrambled tofu and my partner got the belfast bap. When mine arrived the bread was cold (and gluten free by the taste of it) and there wasn't much tofu to go around. The belfast bap however was hot and very tasty - wouldn't hesitate to go back for one of them but the rest I'm not so sure about.
Read morePros: Lots of options, Reasonable prices, Dairy-free spread available
Cons: Small portions, Surrounded by meat eaters
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lauraakingg
Points +699
So many options - Edit
Some good some average, it's a good feed for the price you pay
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ClaireBoswell
Points +28
Gorgeous breakfast - Edit
Gorgeous breakfast and milk shake. Lots of options, serving time was very prompt and the food was super delicious. Love the vibes of the cafe too! Will definitely visit here again!!
Read morePros: Lots of vegan options , Good vibes , Quick ordering to table
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RedAmaranth
Points +222
Cheap and cheerful - Edit
Came for a quick Tuesday morning breakfast - plenty of vegan options, pretty reasonable prices. We ordered the avocado toast and the vegan fry - big portions, but pretty basic and completely unseasoned. Kept us going til lunch though.
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Amish
Points +773
Great breakfast options - Edit
My second Maggie mays on my trip to Belfast. Tried a different venue and a different breakfast. Had the vegan breakfast burrito which was lovely and only £6. Such good value for money. Service was great.
Read morePros: Lots of veggie and vegan options , Reasonably priced
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HJayBee
Points +32
So Yum! - Edit
I am so happy to have access to go vegan shakes and a good vegan fry up.
Read moreSo lovely.
Pros: Delicious & Filling, Great Portion Sizes, Great Costs
Cons: A bit small/cramped. Not great for big parties, Outdoor ciggy smokers can still be smelt
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J0Z1
Points +795
Rod Stew-art - Edit
Update 2: Menus pretty big and comprehensive, they ran out of chili but a fair offering at reasonable price.
Read moreUpdate: raising an eyebrow at some of these reviews. It can happen that you get ignored in a restaurant or they run out of stuff, that's not a diss.
Ate there after a break of years and got the taco chip, my fellow diner got the bolognaise chip - exact same but taco had southwest sauce and was very nice. It's still the same principle: cheap and cheerful. Not amazing but doesn't cost a fortune. My eating experience has always been pleasant.
Worth a try, especially if you have no idea what to eat and are hungry.
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A student staple, offering food at a reasonable price. Focus is on fried and mass catering, seems to be quite popular, but not a huge range for non carnivores.
You're looking at chilli, curry or a veggie burger - first two in this list are nearly definitely vegan, the third probably bound with egg. Chips should be OK as a side, champ won't be vegan as uses milk and butter, and the rest of the menu should be clear enough.
Its not gastronome, its heavier food offered reasonably and moderately priced. No quinoa salads, but not something you'll need to take out a loan to pay for either.
Cash only accepted, no cards.
Updated from previous review on 2018-07-01
Pros: Cheep , Filling
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Nicola1111
Points +967
Got my order wrong, very disappointed - Edit
I went here twice, the first time they gave me a different burger to which I ordered and confirmed it was the vegetarian one (brioche bun but definitely vegan cheese) the next time I got the burger I ordered (no brioche bun) but the cheese was melty and stringy. I asked them to check it was definitely vegan and they said it was.
Read moreI probably shouldn't have made the mistake in going twice but since the vegan options are limited I wanted to give it another go. I definitely won't go back, I wasn't happy with the fact the buns were different each time and the cheese seemed like dairy to me.
Who knows what I have eaten.
I think they need to take veganism more seriously.
Pros: Lots of vegan options.
Cons: Take the risk of you getting what you ordered
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