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A B C D E Very vegan-friendly › ★ 4.8 (1,228) · $$ · Cafe · Western, Soup, Cafe · Hours
Lunch Breakfast Takeout Quick Bites Work/Study
Amenities: deck Outdoor Seating
Popular tips: "Try the Anatolian style Ezo Bride lentil soup" "Try the Anatolian style Ezo Bride lentil soup" "Enjoy soups paired with focaccia sandwiches or börek for a satisfying meal" "Use the traffic-light coding on the menu to easily identify vegan and allergen-friendly options" "Expect limited seating—best for quick dining or takeout" "Double-check your order carefully to avoid mix-ups between vegan and non-vegan dishes" Must-try: soup, chilli, focaccia soup — popular (×14)chilli — popular (×4)focaccia — popular (×3)bowl — popular (×5)bread — popular (×5) Praised for: friendly service, cozy atmosphere, generous portions friendly service ×15 cozy atmosphere ×5 generous portions ×2 affordable ×3 fast service Show more Union of Genius is a casual soup cafe well-known for a daily rotating selection of soups, including multiple vegan and gluten-free options clearly marked on the menu. Popular items include the Anatolian style Ezo Bride lentil soup and vegan chili with vegan cheese, all priced affordably around £5-£6 per bowl, with sides like olive bread or focaccia sandwiches. Despite limited seating and a busy atmosphere, the welcoming staff provide friendly service, making it an ideal quick stop for breakfast or lunch near Edinburgh's museum area.
Read more Sunday 12:30 AM-8 PM
Monday 11 AM-8 PM
Tuesday 11 AM-8 PM
Wednesday 11 AM-8 PM
Thursday 11 AM-8 PM
Friday 11 AM-8 PM
Saturday 11 AM-8 PM
Open the map → location_on 8 Forrest Rd, Edinburgh, EH1 2QN, United Kingdom
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info VEGAN OPTIONS Some · 3–5 dishes MENU Clearly marked STAFF Knowledgeable warning Some users reported dishes labeled vegan that weren't — double-check with staff.
Others mentioned staff aren't always sure about ingredients.
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