Vegan
Organic
Western
British

Casual vegan restaurant with smoothie bar est. since 2013. Makes food using local, seasonal, and mainly organic ingredients. Large space, rustic and up-cycled decor. Has magazines and newspaper, children's toys. Find choices like spaghetti, enchiladas, burrito, frittata, stroganoff, and vegan cakes. Last order 1 hour before closing. Open Mon-Fri 09:00-16:00, Sat 09:00-18:00, Sun 09:00-16:00. Kitchen closes one hour before closing time.


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166 Reviews

First Review by Richard Ross

Nurielle

Points +100

Vegan
21 Nov 2019

Good choices

Good options but Thai curry was a hit and miss. I still go here often tho. I wish they made more of an effort interior wise

Pros: Good food, Good options

Cons: Shoddy interiors/ambiance

smartyfish

Points +199

Vegan
13 Nov 2019

Excellent cosy vegan cafe

Relaxed, cheerful home-cooked food. Great breakfast menu.

Pros: Varied, delicious menu, Informal, welcoming, warm space , Good information source for events/groups etc

Cutecumber

Points +50

Vegan
30 Oct 2019

Absolutely delicious!

I went here two times while staying in Bournemouth and tried the Curry and Tofu. It was both amazing and I’d definitely recommend Mad Cucumber. Also, the cakes are fantastic.

caroline.mariiie

Points +304

Vegan
26 Oct 2019

The best

I absolutely love the Mad Cucumber. The interior is lovely and it has such a cozy atmosphere to it. The food is incredible and beautifully arranged. The cakes are very tasty.

vegan3m

Points +1628

Vegan
18 Oct 2019

The best vegan restaurant in Bournemouth

I have been here countless times and have tried the majority of the dishes on the menu.

It is a lovely, quirky little restaurant with amazing food and friendly staff.

And the prices are relatively cheap.

I would definitely come here if you are in Bournemouth town!

Pros: Great vegan options , In the centre of Bournemouth town

IdaSkj

01 Aug 2019

swatkins1013

Points +31

Mostly Veg
23 Sep 2019

Delicious food

We both had the enchilada which was very good, followed by salted caramel cake, which was delicious and you wouldn't know it was vegan.

ktr24

Points +231

Vegan
21 Sep 2019

Solid vegan option in the triangle

A great all vegan option if you’re in Bournemouth Town centre. All of the food is vegan and the specials menu changes frequently. Some meals are amazing, others are good but not great. The cakes and deserts are always really tasty. Service can be slow, as all food is cooked to order. It can a bit of a problem if you’re with hungry children!

Pros: All vegan , Good atmosphere

Cons: Long wait for food

Shannon_rose

Points +19

Vegan
19 Sep 2019

Friendly staff and great food!

Popped in for lunch last week, there are lots of options on the menu as well as specials and sweet treats.
I had the quiche with salad then the carrot cake and an oat latte - all delicious! Will definitely be going back 😊

Pros: Completely vegan menu, Reasonably priced

CLRtraveller

Points +9272

Vegan
16 Sep 2019

Good vegan food

I was late for last food orders, so I had just the pea soup with bread and vegan spread and a piece of pecan pie. Both were good. Would like to try more of the menu. (I was here several years ago, but I’m sure there are new menu items.)
Last food orders “59 minutes” prior to closing time.

Pros: all vegan

Cons: Last food orders an hour prior to closing time.

AlineSurian

Points +34

Vegan
15 Aug 2019

The food and the candy are delicious!

I already gone a few times, I love the food and when I need to eat cakes or brownies I go there because they are really good.

cush

Points +80

Vegan
11 Aug 2019

Hearty lovely grub

I’m a regular to this place and have tried most things here and it’s all homemade , tasty warming food.
Lovely atmosphere & vibe and very friendly staff.

MelanieJayneBrown

Points +54

Vegan
04 Aug 2019

My favourite place.

This is a must visit place if you are visiting Bournemouth. The food and service are amazing. You will not be disappointed.

Pros: Great choices , Great service , Lovely selection of cakes

GeorgieHughes

Points +34

Vegan
31 Jul 2019

Love it here

I came here twice while visiting Bournemouth and loved it! It’s so relaxing I came in and did some work and had an amazing milkshake / smoothie and cake!

Pros: Cosy, Good menu, Relaxing atmosphere

troughts

Points +44

Vegan
23 Jul 2019

Awesome little place

A great selection and lovely eatery

Pros: Great place for a quick bite or a long stay, Lovely environment, Lovely staff

Cons: A slight on the expensive side for what it is

B_95XX

Points +28

Vegan
21 Jun 2019

OH MY

Amazing food. Would highly recommend. So cheap!

Pros: Lots of options , Cheap, Decor is lush

GabyProctor

Points +180

Vegan
07 Jun 2019

Wonderful cafe

I love coming here whenever I’m in Bournemouth or passing through. The food is really tasty (get the garlic bread!), the interior is cosy and all upcycled, and the staff are really friendly. There’s always lots of different hot food and breakfast options, plus tonnes of cakes which is great for my partner, who has a very sweet tooth!

Pros: Lots of options, Loads of cakes, Great, friendly atmosphere

Scottishvet

Points +472

Vegan
01 Jun 2019

Excellent

A lovely friendly cafe with a relaxed atmosphere

KarleyWoodford

Points +134

Vegan
01 May 2019

Favourite place!

This is my #1 go to cafe for a chill and yummy food. It's all vegan and super friendly staff, there's lots of books and cosy places to sit and cuddle a cuppa.

Pros: Nice menu , Lovely cake , Great coffee!

Vixen85

Points +229

Vegan
10 Apr 2019

Great place for breakfast

I came here for breakfast on a Sunday morning and it was lovely and quiet. The vegan breakfast was yummy and well-priced and the hot chocolate was huge! I also went away with a few cakes and cookies of which the brownie was particularly tasty!

newtriks

Points +82

Vegan
07 Mar 2019

Relaxed, home cooked style vibe with an extensive and creative menu.

We've been a few times now and the service is always friendly. It's a very busy place which is a good sign of consistent quality in my personal opinion. It's super reassuring to know it's all plant based and also has great support for gluten free options. Be sure to get there early though as the good stuff sells out fast.

Each dish we have tried here always has that home cooked feel to it which gives the Mad Cucumber that home from home feeling that makes you feel very relaxed.

If anyone tells me where to go for vegan food in Bournemouth, this is always the first solid recommendation based on consistency and price.

Pros: Menu choices, Food quality, Service

Cons: Busy, Best foods sell out quick :)

VegoChouffe

Points +858

Vegan
03 Mar 2019

Best in Bournemouth

Came here for lunch and absolutely loved it! Everything we tried was delicious but we especially loved the chocolate tart and ate many many slices. The cafe itself was really cute and we would definitely return - would love to try more of the amazing cakes 💚

Lauraloveslemons

Points +28

Vegan
04 Jan 2019

My favourite spot

Living in Bournemouth, i’m used to the chains and what they have to offer, but this restaurant has become my favourite place to go.

They have a range of dishes for breakfast and mains which mostly stay the same (with some seasonal differences) and then a specials board which includes new and interesting drinks.

Staff are lovely and very helpful, and create fresh gorgeous food with high quality ingredients. My favourite part about visiting here (excluding the fun decor and cosy atmosphere) is the cake section which changes slightly each time I visit, and is always full of fun new sweet treats to try😄

Pros: Menu for everyone, Good value, Lovely atmosphere

Cons: Menu could feature more classics

flatworldsedge

Points +1570

Vegan
11 Dec 2018

Super range and very friendly

A super restaurant with a huge selection of hot and cold food - spanning the whole spectrum between heathy whole to indulgent cakes. The interior is welcomingly eclectic with lots of books and a few games for children. Easy parking just round the corner and somewhere that pulls me from the main road past Bournemouth into town for a quick stop and refuel.

Pros: Huge variety of options , Healthy and indulgent options, Friendly, welcoming vibe

Zahria93

Points +125

Vegan
18 Nov 2018

Needs improvement

Really happy to have found a 100% vegan place on our trip but the entire experience was a bit uncomfortable. The general atmosphere is like you’ve invaded someone’s private home and the staff make you feel a little like they’re doing you a favour.

The food was 50/50. The garlic bread with cheese was quite nice but it was cheese on soggy seeded toast, not garlic bread. The mushroom and leek pasta was quite poor and it looked like a student had made it out of whatever they could find in the fridge. The 3 bean chilli was great. The nut roast was completely inedible. The house salad was good.

The staff are also quite argumentative if you raise an issue. All in all it was just a very awkward experience and I’m sad to say I don’t think I’d want to visit here again which is a shame as I always want to support vegan businesses first and foremost.

Pros: 100% vegan , 3 bean chilli is great, Lots of seating

Cons: Expensive for what it is, Amateur set up with impolite staff, Food was quite poor

MrsA

Points +53

Vegan
16 Nov 2018

Fabulous cafe!

The Mad Cucumber is a really great spot. I dithered for ages about what to have as everything sounded so tempting. I have never previously encountered such a extensive menu. In the end I settled for the mushroom stroganoff and it was absolutely delicious! I will definitely be back to try the aubergine and peanut dish and some of the many drinks available. The cafe has a relaxed casual vibe, with plenty of reading material available, children’s toys and they were playing some great music.

tatjanahabanen

Points +16

Vegan
16 Oct 2018

My first visit to mad cucumber

Went to couple of my non vegan friends to mad cucumber on Monday the 15th and I was not disappointed at all, far from it! Don’t think I’ve ever had such a mouth-wateringly delicious food!!! Absolute heaven , portion sizes are generous and prices very reasonable! Great selection of fab food that even my omnivore mates gulped down in a blink of an eye, lovely smoothies and good assortment of puddings- all nutritious and delectable! Their cheesecake is to die for, just melts in your mouth! Needless to say I’ll be going back ! Brilliant job guys 😍

restorenature

Points +389

Vegan
12 Oct 2018

Great place full of yummy food

Really friendly service, good range of food and lovely atmosphere




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