Vegan
International
Take-out
Gluten-free
Breakfast
Serves food inspired by the cuisines of the world. Located at the garden level of St John’s Church. Dishes may include baked aubergine, crushed broad beans & peas, and kimbap. Open Thu 12:00-17:00, Fri-Sat 12:00-20:00, Sun 12:00-17:00. Closed Mon-wed
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Lothian Rd and Princes St (at St John's Church, Garden Terrace Level), Edinburgh, Scotland, EH2 4BJ
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- Outdoor seating
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- Free Wi-Fi
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Last update on 02 Jan 2024 by A&M
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Added by craigmc on 29 Nov 2022
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82 Reviews
First Review by Jessthetics
kateleext
Points +1204
Good and refreshing, not necessarily great - Edit
A variety of WFPB small plates are offered here. I had the “mockzarella”, seitan slices, and small salad.
Read moreIt was exactly what I needed, as I had a few days of heavy meals and needed something lighter. The vibes were good, owner was super nice, and the location makes it a perfect “break” in the middle of a long travel day. I also really appreciated the freshness of the ingredients.
There were small components of this meal that were amazing, e.g. the sauce with the seitan, but other things like the “mockzarella” itself was average (you could easily make the same thing at home with cashews and tapioca starch).
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jansky7
Points +87
Friendly food heaven - Edit
I can't recommend this little gem enough - from the fantastic, fresh, fragrant food to the wonderful, warm, welcoming owner, Mark. We will be back!
Read morePros: Totally plant based, Fantastic atmosphere, Very welcoming and friendly
Cons: None
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Caitlo
Points +120
Staff is so friendly! - Edit
The food was fresh and absolutely delicious. The owners and waitress were so kind and we had a lovely chat with them about the restaurant and life. Highly recommend checking it out!!
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HenryGouk
Points +80
Great place - Edit
Stopped in here on a whim and had some great soup and a coffee. The server was super attentive and helpful!
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itsmeagain
Points +482
Tasty grub.. - Edit
Grub is tasty , right enough. See what am thinking right about now is that the food is very British vegan, healthy, just nice.. unlike the prices, these are steep.man, real steep. If you like soup, you're in. Now, why they ask for a tip , then, having made you feel guilty, claim it's optional, is totally beyond me. May call in again though.
Read morePros: Vegan, Nice desserts., Soups
Cons: Price, Tip requests..., Cost....
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Sampson555
Points +199
Loved everything about this place. - Edit
The menu has beautiful and original salads with creative twists. The food was fresh, full of flavour and very well priced. It is a place I would happily return to as everything on the menu sounded so tasty.
Read moreThe location is fab. Very central and amazing to find a great place like this. It is close to all the big attractions but tucked away from the chaos of city centres and chain restaurants.
The owner/waiter and waitress were lovely, polite, attentive and guided us through the menu.
I plan to recommend this place to anyone going to Edinburgh. I will definitely return.
Updated from previous review on 2024-03-09
Pros: Healthy, tasty and original vegan meals., Friendly waiters- very helpful., A celebration of vegetables, herbs and spices.
Cons: Not obvious to find- tucked down side of a church
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theindigirl
Points +743
Felt like home - Edit
The owners are so lovely and the food is so homely 💚
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Coeliacsquirrel
Points +194
Hidden gem - Edit
We stumbled across this cosy little cafe and so pleased we did. The menu isn’t huge but tasty & healthy. Perfect spot for brunch/lunch & retreat from the bustle of Princes Street
Read morePros: Tasty healthy food, Cosy ambience, Friendly staff
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DonnaC
Points +1638
So friendly and healthy - Edit
I had a delicious wintry soup here in a cold November day served with a hearty local bread. Love this place and would like to return when next in Edinburgh.
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Love@Sunshine
Points +407
Healthy meals - Edit
Food is unique. Not overpowering taste. Light and healthy meal. Only accept card payments.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2023-12-23
Pros: Healthy meal
Cons: Everything is great
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hannearts
Points +3640
Impeccable - Edit
Incredible place with a small menu of delicious options. One of the owners talked us through all of the options, showed us photos and shared his recommendations. Loved it!
Read morePros: Cute tucked away place, Central location , Burst of flavours
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CoralH
Points +54
Proper vegan food in an amazing location - Edit
Fantastic, freshly prepared wholesome food in an oasis of calm just off Princes Street. Our meals were full of flavour. I can’t believe I only just discovered this restaurant. Will definitely be back.
Read morePros: Freshly prepared, tasty food, Amazing location , Very friendly staff
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craftycrusader
Points +317
Decent place - Edit
Stopped in for lunch. The menu was small. Food was nice enough and the staff and atmosphere were lovely
Read morePros: Lovely staff, Nice atmosphere
Cons: Not much choice on menu, Expensive
itsmeagain
So very pricey ain't it..?.
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craigmc
Points +33029
Top Stuff - Edit
An outstanding choice in Edinburgh! Tonight, I chose the seitan and white bean stew, and it proved to be a delightful explosion of flavors. The dish was perfectly complemented by a side of carrot, hispi, and ginger salad, offering a refreshing palate cleanse. The tiramisu dessert was a highlight, achieving a perfect balance of sweetness, enhanced by the earthy undertones of flax.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2023-07-28
Pros: Food, Location , Staff
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niamhmaye
Points +30
Amazing! - Edit
Great food and lovely staff!!
Read morePros: Great quick service
Cons: .
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hack_man
Points +23925
St John’s Worth it - Edit
What a great place. We engaged
Read morein delightful social intercourse with like minded individuals. Kimchi stir fry with peas and brown rice - so good! Soup of the day was a skilfully assembled creamed artichoke, chestnut and celeriac. Make sure you get your free Di-hydrogen Monoxide.
Pros: Historic setting , Friendly staff , Healthy vegan food
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Arenaria
Points +59
Totally yummy - Edit
Consistently delicious fresh healthy food and warm friendly welcome
Read morePros: Food is interesting and varied with lots of choice, Mark and team are so friendly and welcoming , Setting is relaxed with a calm atmosphere.
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Chainreaction94
Points +94
Awesome!! - Edit
Amazing food, absolutely recommend to visit! Super friendly and great staff. Deserves 6 Stars.
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jonathan.vanbelle
Points +48
Perfection, thy name is Pulse - Edit
The expression found in vegan culture, “Eat the Rainbow,” referring to the prismatic wealth of fruits and vegetables that our species too often under-appreciates, applies perfectly to Pulse—the dishes at Pulse are the healthiest rainbows one can eat! The meals here fire on EVERY cylinder: nutritionally complete, kaleidoscopically flavorful, culinarily innovative, and vegan. The head chef at Pulse needs her own channel, book series, podcast, culinary school, and so on!
Read moreI visited Edinburgh for a few days and ate at as many fully vegan restaurants as I could fit in my time (including Holy Cow, Chapter One, and Sora Lella). Those other places were fantastic, but Pulse tops them all. If you’re in Edinburgh, dine at Pulse. Make a pilgrimage to Pulse even. I only wish Pulse existed where I live, here in Portland, which is arguably the vegan-restaurant capital of the world.
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paolobova
Points +48
Pulse is a vegan haven where flavor meets health.💚😋 - Edit
The flan and lentil salad were standout dishes, with clear, oil-conscious ingredients that didn't skimp on taste. The Thai curry was also super nutritious. Swift and savvy service in a cozy stone-walled setting near the city gardens makes Pulse a must-visit for wholesome, delicious vegan food.
Read morePros: Healthy and tasty food, Fast and informative service, Cosy ambience
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indiemotion
Points +13
A gem in Edinburgh - fresh, plant-based & super tasty - Edit
At PULSE you’ll meet a warm crew with a passion for exclusive taste experiences.
Read moreAll the food here is made from high quality products, fresh and carefully prepared.
This place is a must go for all lovers of plant-based food and those who love a nice atmosphere as well as delicious and healthy creations.
We personally look forward to our next visit
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clcrun
Points +49
Fresh plates that offer creative vegan dishes you will unlikely have elsewhere. Worth the detour! - Edit
We found Pulse after reading reviews on Happy Cow and were not disappointed. We had a lovely lunch. The cafe is quite cozy and warm on a cold rainy autumn day. The ingredients in our dishes were fresh, prepared well, and full of flavor. This is not a vegan "junk food" restaurant, rather it is thoughtfully prepared with meaningful design. I highly recommend the tofu scramble with a side salad of massaged kale and chickpeas. The tiramisu dessert is amazing as well. Stop by for a great experience!
Read morePros: Lovely atmosphere, Fresh plant based ingredients, Delicious
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Valeriazwow
Points +1042
Whole-food plant based food!! - Edit
So delicious, healthy and creative! Especially loved the spinach tart and banana bread. Lots of salads too.
Read moreMy only con is the menu is quite small. Apart from salads they don’t have much else…they have a soup of the day too. I also think the portion sizes are a bit small for the food being mainly vegetables. The staff were lovely but I almost felt a little uncomfortable?? Too much attention, felt weird.
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JohnStacey
Points +21
Tasty - Edit
Good location, tasty food, friendly staff. I had a soup with umpteen ingredients including carrots & orange.
Read morePros: Tasty food that’s basic but tasty., Friendly staff , The building
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CarlosMejia1981
Points +15
Delicioso - Edit
Atendido por sus propietarios, es un lugar encantador y la comida deliciosa
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jessimmonds
Points +207
A dream! - Edit
Went here with my mum for lunch whilst visiting Edinburgh and it was fab! A very special find- great cosy space to sit in, attentive and friendly staff (have a chat with the male owner- lovely, interesting guy), fantastic food which is clearly made with love and great attention to detail. The food is fresh, veg-forward (no beige!), combines interesting ingredients and is generally just very tasty, hearty and down to earth. Highly recommend!
Read morePros: Cool location , Friendly, knowledgeable staff , Unique flavour combinations
Cons: No toilet
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Viclimay
Points +170
Going back to the basics - Edit
I thought this restaurant was a cafe. I didn't expect much food but I was wrong. They make most of the items in the restaurant with low fat or sugar but full of flavours. If you are into whole food vegan diet, you will love this place as I did. I'll be back!
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