World Vegan Month: Must Try Vegan-Friendly Takeaways in Edinburgh

Cristina Bertagna

Looking to explore the capital’s vegan food scene?

Whether you are already vegan or are looking to expand your culinary horizon, there are an abundance of places in the city’s dining scene that will serve up your perfect plant-based meal.

In light of #WorldVeganMonth, to celebrate this month of November we’ve put together our top spots in the capital for inventive plant-based creations on What The Fork you don’t want to miss out on trying. From Japanese to Indian cuisine, pizzas to burgers, there’s something for everyone!

Shinsen Sushi, Broughton St.

Calling all sushi lovers! Shinsen Sushi offers their own unique take on Japanese cuisine, taking an Eastern favourite and adding a Western twist.

They offer freshly handcrafted sushi, deliciously flavoured ramen, curry and more! As sustainability advocates, their delicious dishes use signature recipes with fresh, locally sourced ingredients whilst boasting amazing vegan and gluten free options.

Located in Edinburgh City Centre, within walking distance of the St. James Quarter shopping centre, it is no doubt a much talked-about addition to Edinburgh’s dining scene. Shinsen Sushi is open for collection every day 12pm-4pm then 5pm-9pm and for delivery 5pm-9pm Tuesday to Sunday.

Order now through What The Fork and use code ‘SHINSEN20’ to get 20% off your first order!

Bell Bottom, Walter Scott Avenue

Bell Bottom, a vibrant Indian 80’s Delhi street food takeaway, are doing their part to cater for the ever-growing vegan community in Edinburgh and reduce their environmental impact by offering its very own completely vegan menu, as well as gluten and dairy free options ranging from a whole host of starters, street food options, curries, salads, milkshakes and their delicious vegan naanwich.

Located on Walter Scott Avenue, they are open for delivery and collection Monday – Thursday 4pm-11pm and Friday – Sunday 12pm-11pm. They also have locations in Wester Hailes and Livingston on What The Fork, so you’re spoilt for choice!

Order now through What The Fork and use code ‘BB20’ to get 20% off your first order!

The Ranch, Sighthill

The Ranch is the place to be for all you burger and BBQ lovers! Get excited, they have also recently launched their own vegan menu, offering a delicious range of starters and sides including a vegan twist on their famous ‘Watchos’, burgers served on their mouth-watering vegan focaccia rolls, churros and more!

This popular burger and BBQ joint have celebrated their national success as serial award winners, taking the top prize as ‘Scotland’s Burger Takeaway of the Year’ at the 2022 and 2019 Scottish Takeaway Awards.

Located in Bankhead, Sighthill, they are open for collection and delivery 12pm-10pm everyday!

Order now through What The Fork and get 25% off your first order when you spend over £20 using code ‘RANCH25’!

Civerinos Slice, Old Town and Portobello

Civerinos Slice is THE Edinburgh neighbourhood pizza bar celebrating the Multi Award-Winning Civerinos New York pizza. With an amazing, mouth watering range of vegan plant-based pizzas with the quirkiest names: ‘Workin’ at the Car Squash’ and ‘Plant Pie or Die’ to name a few, what are you waiting for!

Civerinos Slice has two locations on What The Fork, Forrest Road in the heart of Edinburgh Old Town and Prom Slice, which is located on the stunning Portobello beach.

Civerinos Slice, Forest Road is open for delivery through What The Fork from 4pm-10.30pm Monday to Thursday, 12pm-10.30pm Friday to Sunday and for collection every day from 11am-11pm. Civerinos Prom Slice, Portobello is open for delivery every day 5pm to 8:30pm and collection between 12pm and 9pm Monday to Thursday and 12pm-8pm on Sundays.

Order now through What The Fork and check out their deals section for offers!