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Best Vegan Cake in Edinburgh (2026)

11 places ranked by how good the vegan version of their cake tastes, going by Google Maps and HappyCow reviews. The Ginger Coo Cafe takes the #1 spot. 2 places on the list aren't very vegan-friendly overall (grade D or E): reviewers rate the vegan cake there, but ask for the vegan version when you order.

Kate's, bakery in Edinburgh #4 for cake

Kate's

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★ 4.3 B
Bakery, Vegan Pastry, Seasonal

“Try the seasonal vegan pastries and cakes.”

Bakery cakecookie
101 Bakery, bakery in Edinburgh #5 for cake
★ 5.0 B
Bakery, Vegan Cakes, Cinnamon Rolls

“Try the vegan cinnamon buns, highly praised and often warm fresh from the oven.”

Bakery pastrycake
#10 for cake
★ 3.9 E
Cafe, Vegan Cake, Plant Milk

“Try one of the multiple vegan cake options such as the caramel cupcake or chocolate brownie”

European cakecoffee
#11 for cake
★ 4.6 A
Afternoon Tea, Vegan Pastry

“Try the variety of vegan sandwiches and cakes available for afternoon tea”

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Questions about vegan cake in Edinburgh

Where can I find the best vegan cake in Edinburgh?

The Ginger Coo Cafe tops our ranking for the best vegan cake in Edinburgh. We ranked 11 places in Edinburgh by how good Google Maps and HappyCow reviewers say the vegan version of their cake tastes.

How many restaurants serve vegan cake in Edinburgh?

This list has 11 places in Edinburgh that serve vegan cake. Their average Spinach rating is 4.5 out of 5.0.

Are there fully vegan cake spots in Edinburgh?

None of the 11 places on this list is fully vegan. Each one shows its Vegan Friendliness grade (A–E), so you can check how easy ordering vegan will be before you go.

Why is a place with a low vegan grade on this list?

The rank is about the dish, not the venue. A place can make some of the best vegan cake in Edinburgh and still have few other vegan options, unclear labels or staff who don't know the menu well. That is what the A–E Vegan Friendliness grade on each card measures. 2 of the 11 places here are graded D or E. There, ask for the vegan version when you order.

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