The Basement Veg Options Mexican Small Plates, Vegan Menu
A B C D E Poor vegan options › ★ 3.9 · $$ · Hours
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Amenities: deck Outdoor Seating wifi Wifi
lightbulb Popular tips: "Try the vegan tacos with jackfruit or vegan chorizo" "Try the vegan tacos with jackfruit or vegan chorizo" "Enjoy freshly made guacamole prepared at your table" "Expect slow service during busy times, especially Taco Tuesdays" "Be cautious to confirm vegan dishes especially regarding cheese and cross-contact" "Reservations are recommended to avoid wait times" restaurant_menu Must-try: tacos, guacamole, fajitas tacos — popular (×8)guacamole — popular (×3)fajitas — popular (×3)churros — fan-favouritequesadilla — fan-favourite thumb_up Praised for: friendly service, lively atmosphere, cozy atmosphere friendly service ×10 lively atmosphere ×2 cozy atmosphere ×2
Show more expand_more The Basement is a quirky Mexican-themed cellar bar combining Scottish pub vibes with a varied menu featuring small plates like nachos, tacos, and roasted cauliflower with tortillas. Vegan dishes, clearly labeled on the menu, include options such as vegan chorizo and jackfruit tacos, as well as churros for dessert. The venue has an extensive tequila selection and a lively bar atmosphere, although some guests note slow service and occasional mix-ups with vegan orders.
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Monday 12-11 PM
Tuesday 12 PM-12 AM
Wednesday 12 PM-12 AM
Thursday 12 PM-12 AM
Friday 12 PM-1 AM
Saturday 12 PM-1 AM
location_on 12a Broughton St Edinburgh EH1 3RH United Kingdom
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info VEGAN OPTIONS Some · 3–5 dishes MENU Clearly marked STAFF Basic understanding PROTEIN vegan chorizo, jackfruit, vegan feta warning Some users reported dishes labeled vegan that weren't — double-check with staff.
Others mentioned staff aren't always sure about ingredients.
A few noted cross-contamination — worth asking about sauces before ordering.