An all-vegan cafe serving wholesome food using organic and fair-trade ingredients wherever possible. Offers a ‘tapas’ menu with a selection of different dishes and a core menu, featuring curries, pasta dishes, and more substantial meals. Made-in-house daily specials are available. Try the onion bhajis and the banana/peanut butter cheesecake. 50% of the profits are donated to animal welfare charities. Fully licensed and dog-friendly. NOTE: Currently open for take out only on Friday evening 5-7pm during winter months - no dine in. Menu available on Facebook. Phone Edwina on 01840 770090 or message via Facebook. Dine in will resume Easter 2022. Open Thu-Sun 12:00-14:30, 18:00-20:30.
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- Outdoor seating
- Wheelchair accessible
- Accepts credit cards
- Free Wi-Fi
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Last update on 27 Mar 2024 by echignell
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Added by echignell on 05 Apr 2018
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54 Reviews
First Review by Layra
riasa
Points +22
Fantastic food!!! - Edit
Honestly this was just such a wonderful place to eat. Everything was cooked fresh and we even bought two jars of homemade chutney. Definitely recommend visiting!
Read morePros: Fresh food, Nice atmosphere , Homemade chutneys
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jenny840
Points +34
A little gem - Edit
So surprised to find such a great cafe in a small Cornish town. Lots of choice and very reasonably priced. Homemade jars of preserves, chutney’s etc. You have to visit to see what other great things the owner sells, mostly for charity. Talking too much, forgot photos!
Read morePros: Menu options, Reasonably priced, Pleasant staff
echignell
thank you Jenny... glad you enjoyed your visit!
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AndrewThrelfall
Points +162
Little vegan oasis - Edit
Lovely little cafe. Nice home cooked food, and a friendly owner. Seems to be the only 100% vegan place for some miles. Glad to support them.
Read moreechignell
Thanks Andrew! I'm glad you enjoyed your visit.
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PrincessPudding
Points +249
A lovely homely dining experience - Edit
Large menu of varied and wholesome meals. Everything cooked on site using Edwina’s (the owner) own tried and tested recipes. Can especially recommend the mayonnaise and the elderflower cordial. A nice extra touch is that there’s no food waste (as leftovers are fed to Edwina’s rescue pigs).
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2022-05-24
Pros: Huge menu, Inventive/unusual ingredients , Relaxed homely dining area
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ingridbuba
Points +356
Very mediocre at best - Edit
I feel bad leaving such a low score but this was one of the worst and most basic meals in a long while. It’s not often that I come by smthg so low on quality (ingredients as much as the whole dish) and taste. We had budha bowl which was just some veg and humus with only lemon juice, no idea why it was called budha bowl and not a side salad and bean chilli and peanut butter cheesecake. Chilli was ok, cake was good but honestly nothing impressive. The lady who served us had an attitude, like she couldn’t wait to have her working day over. Worst vegan cafe we’ve been to, shame!
Read morePros: Cheesecake, Not expensive
Cons: Server’s rudeness, Bland food and tasteless ingredients, Cleanliness
echignell
oh dear, what a dreadful experience you must have had! Sadly, I cannot be in every day so I don't know who served you. I welcome constructive criticism, but that is lacking in your review. It would be helpful, for example, to know if the 'server' explained what was in the small Buddha bowl salad and what she said to you that was so rude as to illicit such a nasty, negative review! Perhaps you could elaborate.
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Hi, I’m never up for negative reviews and in general in life I always look for a bright side to things but unfortunately there wasn’t one on this occasion. We were not told what will be in budha bowl, but it was just some basic salad stuff, some cold pasta, wine leave rolls, lemon squirted on top and hummus, really basic and lacking of flavour. The attitude of the server and the way she put plates on the corner of the table was speaking more than words, like she didn’t want to be there herself. I’m sorry we had a bad experience in your cafe, but i can’t recall such a bad eating out in a long while. I’m sure you keep all in control when you are present yourself.
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MeMar
Points +72
Okay food - Edit
It is a little bit alternative. Nice staff. The food is nice, we were not blown away.
Read morePros: All vegan
Cons: Atmosphere
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Plant_Based_Couple
Points +38
Hidden Gem - Edit
A lovely little find slightly off the main tourist drag.
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hiccupfairy
Points +20
Lovely whole food vibes old school vegan cafe! - Edit
We had a salad wrap and the lentil & chickpea curry, both were lovely! Only £15 for both ☺️ nice and relaxed vibes slightly away from the busy tourist vibes of central tintagel.
Read moreechignell
Thank you! I'm glad you enjoyed your visit.
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madmadgrrl
Points +215
Highly recommended 👍 - Edit
We had the nachos, falafel & lasagne and they were all very tasty. Cafe is reminiscent of old school punk cafes complete with affordable art & animal right slogans on the walls. Loved it💖
Read moreechignell
Thank you! i'm glad you enjoyed your visit.
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beckiw96
Points +130
Wonderful vegan restaurant - Edit
Happened upon this fab little spot, very friendly, relaxed atmosphere and delicious vegan food, as well as quirky artwork! Would highly recommend a visit
Read morePros: Friendly, relaxed service , Delicious vegan food , Quirky artwork
echignell
Thank you, I'm glad you enjoyed your visit!
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GezAddictive
Points +28
Wholesome, awesome food - Edit
Loved it, great vibe, quality service, lovely food - can't wait to go back. Good size portions, certainly didn't leave hungry but took some peanut butter cheesecake for later, great decision VERY nice
Read morePros: Great food, Great price, Great atmosphere
Cons: Limited opening hours
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grahamsharpe63
Points +21
Delicious food and very friendly - Edit
I have been to Vega a couple of times and they are making absolutely delicious vegan food. I have had a nachos spicy dish and falafel and hummus in flat bread too.
Read moreThe chocolate tarte is the best!
Highly recommended for vegan food and friendly hospitality too.
Pros: Delicious food , Friendly , Veganism is central
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TentsAndTofu
Points +118
A little gem - Edit
We stopped off in Tintagel on a hike of the South West Coastal Path. We thought the best we could hope for food wise was probably a vegan pasty. Imagine our surprise at finding a fully vegan restaurant!
Read moreThe food was delicious and very clearly home cooked. We both had lasagne which was fully of lentil goodness and came with a generous side salad.
The owner was incredibly friendly and helpful. We actually arrived five minutes before closing time but made to feel entirely welcome and never rushed.
We’ll definitely be back - next time with time to spare.
Pros: Fully vegan , Delicious home cooked food , Friendly and accommodating staff
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leestone8
Points +436
Great food at amazing value - Edit
Tasty, big portions and reasonable prices. Great find. The mac cheese and garlic bread was particularly amazing. Also the cheesecake was possibly the best vegan cheesecake I've ever had. All homemade too.
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HermanCuartas
Points +20
I just wanted a cake but... - Edit
I can assure you that everything they prepare have a lot of love with high quality. I will always come back to eat something different.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2023-04-22
Pros: Everything from the menu is delicious , Homemade coffee , The best cakes ever
Cons: Opening tImes from March to October
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MayaLucia
Points +220
Yummy, warming food. - Edit
We tried the onion bhajis, falafels, and the mac and cheese. everything was really tasty and i didn’t even get a chance at a photo of most of it. Owner was lovely and got to talk to her about her piggies!
Read morePros: cheap, Great tasting food
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TonyBurroughs
Points +94
Great vegan place - Edit
Whilst on holiday we nipped in for lunch and really enjoyed our food. Highly recommend.
Read morePros: Big portions , Wears its vegan message on the walls., Friendly owner
echignell
Thank you Tony! I'm glad you enjoyed your visit.
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Sarahlou
Points +34
Lovely Vegan food - Edit
Having discovered Vega whilst visiting between lockdowns (therefore closed) we were thrilled to now be able to dine in 😁
Read moreAlthough we hadn't booked, Edwina kindly found us a table and we enjoyed a lovely meal in good company.
Food was lovely, plentiful and very clearly fresh (both in ingredients and presentation). There was such a great selection for such a small establishment, and for one person to prepare whilst also running front of house.
Can't wait to return ❤️
Pros: All Vegan, Intimate venue, Personal service
Cons: Small so can be too busy unless you book
echignell
Thank you Sarahlou!
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Martian
Points +43
Vega..tastic 😋 - Edit
What a Find.
Read moreFood was 💚 Gorgeous:
I had an amazing Lasagne with superb garlic bread.
T'others had FAB houmous, pitta & olives.
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The Peanut Butter 'Cheese'cake (X 2) was sooooo good !
Also Edwina was Lovely, Friendly & helpful & even kindly shared recipes with us. 🍴
THANKS 🙏
Rich n Jude 👥
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starcide
Points +484
Very tasty homestyle cooking - Edit
We stopped here for lunch. We ate wayyyy too much. A great choice on the menu. The falafel, onion bhaji and lasagne were particularly good! The warmed chocolate cake for desert was lovely. We also got the peanut butter cheesecake to take away which was fantastic.
Read morePros: Edwina was very friendly
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fabme
Points +11
Caters for food allergies too - Edit
We’ve popped in for a chickpea curry and onion bahjis. The food was amazingly delicious. The portions are big so be aware. Oh and the elderflower fizz is to die for. The owner was very welcoming and accommodating as I have multiple food allergies which doesn’t make eating out an easy task. Highly recommend
Read morePros: Completely vegan, Allergy friendly, Very welcoming
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EmilyVigrass
Points +62
Brilliant food, lovely staff - Edit
Loved the fully vegan menu; especially the hummus! Great selection, excellent service and great prices. Having first visited in Summer 2021, definitely made sure to return this year!
Read morePros: All vegan, Friendly staff/great service , Delicious food
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SarahWoods
Points +168
Successful visit and lovely service - Edit
Came across this place while on holiday. Had already eaten lunch but didn't want to waste an opportunity to get vegan cakes. Lovely lady helped me and was very friendly and chatty. Would love to visit again.
Read morePros: Price friendly, Helpful staff, Inviting atmosphere
Cons: Limited opening times, Limited menu for outside dining. , Steps into building
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LottiePlotty
Points +308
Well done! - Edit
It's on the high street, it's vegan, they've done it.
Read moreVerging on old skool but still doing great things.
Pros: Healthy options, 100% vegan in touristy place, Price
Cons: Opening times narrow, No toilet
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KateGreen
Points +58
Lovely! - Edit
Incredibly welcoming even though we arrived near to closing time. Lovely daal and curry and the other Mrs Green had lasagne (the homemade coleslaw is blinking amazeboobs)
Read morePros: 100% vegan, Seating inside and out
Cons: None!
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EmmaAndSookie
Points +60
Lovely food and service - Edit
Vega serves delicious food and the service and atmosphere is very friendly. Also very dog friendly.
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stevie28
Points +144
100% vegan - Edit
Great little cafe with the kind of menu that you want to eat everything on it 😋
Read morePros: Tasty wholesome food , Great conversation , Nice ambiance
Cons: None 👍
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