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Vegan
Organic
Western
Take-out
Bakery
European
Gluten-free
Cafe serving a selection of starters, burgers, sandwiches, all-day breakfast, soups, and Buddha bowls. Emphasis on cooking from scratch and creating healthy dishes. Est. 2016. Open Mon-Thu 12:00-22:00, Fri-Sun 10:00-22:00. Last orders 9pm. Open hours vary.
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Last update on 29 Aug 2024 by Vegan1957
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Added by craigmc on 05 Dec 2016
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Featured Review
Angelina-Sabrina
Points +479
Holy Cow? Holy Grail! 🙏 - Edit
Suuuuuper lecker und total lieber Service 🤩
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740 Reviews
First Review by craigmc
Lora2026
Points +43
Perfect for a lovely vegan breakfast - Edit
The atmosphere and the options of drinks, foods and smoothies are well chosen and sound really good.
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Gionina
Points +22
Okay - Edit
The service was rather slow. We got sat in the corner and there were many little flies. We waited quite long for the food and it was okay. The bread from the burger was good. My tofu in the burger was plain.
Read morePros: Bread, Fries
Cons: Atmosphere, Flies, slow/unmotivated service
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CorrieLevis
Points +46
Delicious - Edit
Probably my favourite spot for breakfast in Edinburgh, don’t skip out on the strawberry cake
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2025-09-28
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EllaS(Yaffa)
Points +74
Under staffed - Edit
I haven’t tried any of the main food items but I will say it looked expensive (as does most of Edinburgh however). We visited just for a pot of tea and some double chocolate cake (GF!!). The cake was amazing but £7 a slice is horrific in my opinion.
Read moreIssue was we noticed we weren’t given our pot of tea, we were given the cups and oat milk. I waited as others were served and orders taken and still no tea🤣 I concluded the waitress forgot. Anyway we ate the cake without the tea. When I went to pay I explained we never got the tea and she was positive she’d given it to us. In the end she apologised which is fair. I’m sure this place is great and I’ve heard the food is tasty, service does need improving though, just took way too long both to be served and to get the items.
Updated from previous review on 2026-10-12
Pros: Vegan, Gluten free cake
Cons: Service is not good
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the_fat_vegetarian
Points +101
Morning feast - Edit
Full Vegan Breakfast, a veritable feast. Pricey but worth it. A bit too much for me too be honest but I did my best. Would be a great start to the day for a jaunt up Arthur's Seat or a pub crawl along Rose St.
Read moreNice place with a nice atmosphere.
When I go next time I'll order less of a meal and get a bit of cake cos they all looked amazing.
Pros: Plenty
Cons: Edinburgh prices.
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e.percival
Points +1034
Friendly little cafe with some great options - Edit
Our first stop on our Edinburgh trip and setting the standards high. We enjoyed the full english breakfast, oyster mushroom burger and quarter pounder burger. The breakfast was filling, a good tofu scramble and yummy tempeh bacon alongside my first buttery potato scone! The burger buns were soft and well enjoyed. The oyster mushroom was impressive in size (even if slightly difficult to eat) and super cripsy and the quarter pounder you couldn't go wrong with. Friendly staff and some great options.
Read morePros: Nice vibe, Good portions
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RanwithHassan
Points +392
One of my first Scottish vegan restaurants - Edit
This was one I visited years ago.
Read moreLoved it.
Updated from previous review on 2026-10-06
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Nikut
Points +211
Nice burgers, perfect fries - Edit
Service and fries were perfect.
Read moreThe Oyster-Mushroom burger was perfect as well. The Vietnamese Tofu Burger was missing something, it harmony, just felt a bit off and the bread was just dense and dry.
I personally was missing some Lager or Ale on the menu, but I guess you cannot have it all the time.
Updated from previous review on 2026-10-05
Pros: Fries, Oyster Burger
Cons: Beverage situation, The Vietnamese tofu burger was not crazy enough
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Khow22
Points +163
Disappointed - Edit
Hello - I was disappointed with my burger but hoping an hi next review will help the business improve and keep going as. Vegan Cafe.
Read moreThe Vietnamese Tofu burger was dry and it was only the mayo that saved it from being bland and dry. More bread than burger too.
The other guest enjoyed their Reuben Sandwiches. Updated: I have been advised this was average.
I wish the business to keep going. And hope that they taste the food that they are serving. And mine did not leave up to the description.
I don’t mind waiting freshly prepared vegan food but it has to taste good.
Updated from previous review on 2026-10-04
Pros: Vegan cafe
Cons: Vietnamese Tofu Burger, Long wait
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MarianneDr
Points +361
So tasty - Edit
We were herein for the vegan cake. We tried 3 different ones, Tiramisu, Biscoff Cheesecake and Red velvet. All very very good.
Read morePros: Nice quiet place, Friendly staff, Delicious
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becci1305
Points +172
mid - Edit
We were a bit surprised because the reviews are so good. Unfortunately, the burger was quite bland and the portion was very small for the price. It just didn’t feel worth the money. The pastrami sandwich, on the other hand, was really good, and the service was friendly. Overall, it was okay, but we expected more based on the reviews.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2026-10-01
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DarceySmith
Points +433
Nice but had better - Edit
Went for lunch and had to wait over 40 minutes for our food with not all tables full. The hot chocolate was divine so would highly recommend going for cake and drinks.
Read moreThe food was nice however lots of other options in Edinburgh. Maybe just caught them on an off day? There were also lots of flies about with was a little off putting.
Updated from previous review on 2026-09-27
Pros: Lots of options, Delicious hot drinks, Friendly staff
Cons: Long food wait time, Expensive , Flies
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AndyPicklea
Points +100
Mad for this Cow - Edit
You could easily miss this little beauty. But follow your nose and you’ll not be disappointed. Lovely people and food 11 out of 10 🙂
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2026-09-24
Pros: Relaxed, Food, Feels like home
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scottlovesanimals
Points +634
Kitchen closes early - Edit
Listing says open until 10pm. Showed up at 8:40pm and was told the kitchen closes at 9 and we couldn’t get food, but offered us cake. Never had an experience like this before, don’t know what time you have to show up to actually get food, but beware.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2026-09-22
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craigmc
Points +43012
Great options - Edit
Much love for Holy Cow from me (and it’s sister restaurant).
Read moreI really appreciate they make everything for scratch including burgers, salads and open sandwiches. A great selection of burgers made using tofu, shroom, jackfruit, beans and celeriac.
Good salads and plenty of cakes.
Yum
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Updated from previous review on 2026-09-22
Pros: cooking from scratch., staff, location
holycow.vegan
Thank You Craig for supporting us and vegan lifestyle✨⭐️🙏
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❤️🌱
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Yvette.hfn
Points +6264
10/10 food - Edit
The vegan English breakfast is very tasty (good portion size, delicious ingredients). The no-mackerel sandwich was also very tasty, but after a while it got a little monotonous because of its texture. The restaurant’s decor is very nice, and the staff is very friendly. It’s a little hard to find because it’s located in the basement.
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coradvil
Points +467
Un brunch tranquilito - Edit
Tienen tartas, sándwiches y hamburguesas. Está bien para hacer un brunch. El local es un poco apretado.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2026-09-21
Cons: Precio alto, Poco espacio
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ta_st_y
Points +55
Super! - Edit
Very friendly staff, attractive food offer, cosy atmosphere. We loved it
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Updated from previous review on 2026-09-20
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tophuh
Points +36
Excellent - Edit
Enjoyed this place so much we came back two days later. Food is excellent, staff are wonderful. The perfect place for a no fuss meal.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2026-09-20
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RoyTapping
Points +496
Delicious - Edit
Beautiful food and excellent service. The Biscoff cheesecake blew my mind.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2026-09-18
Pros: Delicious , Excellent service, Fabulous
Cons: Steps down to the entrance
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CharlieMills
Points +7297
Delicious but pricey - Edit
Went here to get a reuban but didn't want to pay £18 for a sandwich! I got the breakfast for £20 which felt like better value for money. It was very tasty, I loved the mushrooms. The coffee wasn't my favourite.
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KikiMartins
Points +160
Amazing food - Edit
Holy Cow is absolutely amazing! We had the Reuben sandwich and the vegan cheesecake, and both were SOOOO delicious. We’ll definitely be back! 💚
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2026-09-14
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NataliaJance
Points +584
Root veggies bowl - Edit
I think I made the wrong choice by choosing this dish... It was dry and quite tasteless. I am sorry to say I didn't enjoy it.
Read morePros: Nice staff, Quiet atmosphere, I am sure there are better options
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Macca0910
Points +146
Try the mackerel - Edit
The small cozy restaurant is downstairs and has lots of variety.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2026-09-12
Pros: Choice, Desserts , Healthy
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c&l
Points +92
É bom, é vegan - Edit
As batatas sao fresh e gostosas
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2026-09-11
Cons: Demora
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Ezis
Points +677
Nice small cafe - Edit
Small vegan cafe in the cellar with a small and simple menu: burgers, bowls and English breakfast (all day).
Read moreHome made cakes.
Pros: Friendly staff, Tasty food
Cons: Actual prices differ from online menu by over 20%
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BrianDove
Points +451
Excellent Food - Edit
Food is excellent and the staff was very friendly. I had the Full Gluten Free Breakfast for dinner and there was so much food (for me) that I had to take away the dessert to enjoy later.
Read morePros: Delicious Food, Cozy dining room
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