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Serves meat, vegan options available. Traditional Scottish café which serves vegan haggis. Open Mon-Sun 10:00-17:00.
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32 Reviews
First Review by EmmanuelPéan
Jenster
Points +1009
Perfect for me - Edit
Popped in late afternoon for something that would keep me going for a few hours. Loved their version of vegan haggis. Tasty, substantial and with a vegan whisky and mustard sauce. Lovely to be in the Scottish Storytelling Centre building and avoid the chains.
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tessm123
Points +28
Bad haggis - Edit
The vegan haggis here was disappointing - strangely sour and crumbly. If you’re visiting Scotland and want to try haggis, I wouldn’t recommend this one unfortunately
Read morePros: Vegan haggis available
Cons: Haggis was not very good
Guest
catandcupcake
Points +4716
Disappointing - Edit
Went with some friends visiting Edinburgh who were keen to have some authentic haggis. One had meat and one had vegetarian and they said it was nice, but they may have just been polite! Vegan haggis was very dry, very little neeps and not much tatties either. Paid extra for the sauce but it was still so dry! £18 for haggis and a can of cider! Won't be back!
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AnnikaL
Points +948
Unfortunately very dry haggis dish - Edit
Went here for lunch and did not like it very much.
Read moreAs I visited Edinburgh I wanted to try some local food and was happy when I found this place that offered vegan haggis. Tried it and got it with mashed potato and what I think was mashed sweet potatoes and a whiskey/mustard sauce. Unfortunately I did not like it very much as it was way to try for me and would have preferred more sauce. Though I never had haggis before and therefore don't know this was a good representation.
Saw that there are other restaurants vers close by that also offer haggis and would suggest going there instead!
Guest
Evelienvdv
Points +558
Tasty afternoon bite - Edit
This seemed like an excellent place to go to have... vegan haggis! We really wanted one with the whiskey sauce, and most places only serve that as the vegetarian option and not their vegan one.
Read moreIt did not disappoint! The veggies on the bottom were very light and tasty, with a big dense vegan haggis ball on top. This gave it a really nice contrast. And the finishing touch really was the sauce. Glad we went here!
Pros: Tasty, Option for creamy whiskey sauce, Very nice staff
Guest
dissss
Points +58
So disappointed - Edit
We went to this restaurant with some expectations based on the reviews here. Unfortunately, it was really disappointing. Three of us took a vegan haggis : mashed turnip was really aqueous, the oranged-colored mash was tasteless and finally, the upper layer was dry and really spicy, killing all the flavour. And eating the three layer together was just a weird mix. Morevoer, the plate was so small, we all left with the hunger... I don't recommand even if the waiters were really nice.
Read morePros: Waiter
Cons: Taste, Size, Prize
thehaggisbox
Thank you for your review. There are lots of other vegan haggises out there, so hopefully you find another one you like. Every turnip has its own personality we have found so some take on water more than others. We do peel, chop & cook all our neeps in house. It doesn't happen often, but it could be that your batch wasn't seasoned properly.
Read moreIf you are unhappy with your meal, please let a waiter know as they will be able to organise something with you on the day. We don't want anyone to leave disappointed.
Guest
josep.puigbert
Points +204
Best haggis ever - Edit
Amazing food, sweet people, inside of some kind of community center... It is sooooo good
Read morePros: Best haggis, Local products
Cons: Not very cheap
thehaggisbox
Thank you! We are inside the Scottish Storytelling Centre which is an arts & theatre space. I'm glad you enjoyed it.
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ScottCline
Points +3156
Surprisingly delicious! - Edit
The staff was super friendly and I loved the vegan options! They had vegan haggis and a vegan version of the Auchentoshan whisky and mustard sauce. They even had vegan desserts!
Read morePros: Super friendly staff!, Vegan options, Vegan desserts!
thehaggisbox
Thank you! I'm glad you enjoyed it. We do try and cater for as many dietary requirements as possible to everyone can find something they'd like to eat.
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BrianPak
Points +608
First haggis ever - Edit
Hearty and filling with no animals killed :)
Read moreThe vegan mustard sauce was also a nice touch
Updated from previous review on 2023-08-11
Pros: Vegan haggis
thehaggisbox
Thank you! Haggis for All!
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ppkokkonen
Points +42
Delicious traditional food - Edit
Tried haggis for the first time here and it was really tasty and comforting! Delicious and homecooked food vibes.
Read moreThe restaurant is located on the busy Royal Mile street, but it was still peaceful and cozy inside. The staff was really nice and well aware about the vegan/vegetarian options. 5/5 star experience for us!
thehaggisbox
Thank you! I'm glad you enjoyed your first haggis experience.
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madimafi000
Points +244
Best haggis neeps and tatties - Edit
The best one we tried. The sauce was sooo flavorful and delicious. It’s a great, reasonably priced, and authentic version of the non-vegan item.
Read morePros: Delicious
thehaggisbox
Thank you! I do think the vegan version is a pretty good dupe of the traditional one - it is pretty similar in texture and the pepperiness.
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peteycards
Points +1821
Vegan haggis! - Edit
Staff knew everything that was vegan vs vegetarian. Vegan haggis, neeps, tatties, and vegan whiskey sauce. I'm not going to crave it every day, but it was very tasty. A must-try for visitors.
Read morethehaggisbox
Thank you! I'm glad you enjoyed it and we could help you with your choices.
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hellohappyvegan
Points +933
Perfect place for a rainy day in Edinburgh! - Edit
I ventured to The Haggis Box on a rainy day, and it was the perfect place. Comfort food, a hands-on storytelling wall, and unique Scottish books. What more does one want on a rainy afternoon in Edinburgh, Scotland? Also, the vegan haggis was the most comforting meal I've had throughout my entire European trip.
Read moreVEGAN HAGGIS - lentil "meat mixture" on top of mashed regular and sweet potatoes on a bed of whiskey and mustard gravy.
Once the haggis was placed in front of me, I received a light, airy fragrance of mustard. I don't think I've ever had anything quite like this dish. It warmed my soul. The portion was generous. I'm not a huge fan of lentils, but it didn't taste like lentils. The mashed potatoes were smooth and fluffy. The sauce was rich and bold.
The only negatives were that the haggis ate a little salty, and I would have loved more sauce. The potatoes did a great job of soaking it up. You could order extra sauce on the side, but I didn't feel like spending more money.
Watch me visit The Haggis Box and eat amazing vegan food all over Edinburgh on my YouTube channel. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Pw-0mh0q3iM&t=1s
Updated from previous review on 2023-03-31
Pros: Comfort food, Friendly service, Bookstore + Storytelling Wall
Cons: Difficult to find - walked right by, The Vegan Haggis ate a tad bit salty
thehaggisbox
Thank you for your very thoughtful review!
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r.douglasx
Points +534
comfort food in the city centre - Edit
had their soup of the day which was potato and lentil i thinkkk, came with oatcakes and was so filling ! lovely staff and nice view sat at table looking out on the royal mile. will def be back to try the haggis !
Read morePros: vegan options , location , staff really friendly
thehaggisbox
Thank you! The soup is always vegan & gluten-free. It's a good spot at the window.
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scrippz
Points +125
Good Haggis - Edit
Not a huge fan of the mustard sauce but the haggis was good
Read morethehaggisbox
Thank you!
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habitat55
Points +24
Great veg haggis - Edit
I’ll admit I’ve never had traditional haggis before but the veg option that the Haggis Box offers is superb. The service is nice to boot!
Read morethehaggisbox
Thank you for recommending us!
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shinysunflower
Points +23
vegan haggis - Edit
I really liked the vegan haggis. Great taste!:)
Read morethehaggisbox
Thank you!
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MartaBallester
Points +33
Vegan Scottish Haggis - Edit
The place is outstanding! We tried the typical scottish haggis but 100% vegan along with local drinks and the experience was fantastic.
Read moreIn addition, we went on Sunday and we found scottish dances, music and scottish storytellings (thank you Tim!).
Pros: They offer vegan and vegetarian Haggis, The local and the staff are really nice. , Scottish storytellings on Sundays!
thehaggisbox
Thank you! It's good you visited on a day with entertainment - it's quite lively!
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TaminaN
Points +3208
Traditional haggis - vegan style! - Edit
Tasty and filling! 10£ each including your choice of sauce (only one of them vegan though). Very fair price cause of the location etc. Worth a visit!
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2022-10-15
thehaggisbox
Thank you! I'm glad you enjoyed your visit.
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m.nnnei
Points +175
Great vegan haggis - Edit
We wanted to try haggis. I had the vegan one and it was amazing, an earthy flavor and unique taste. Local is nice, places to seat and offers quietness and tradition in a crowded street. Very much recommended, also staff is great
Read morePros: Great vegan haggis
thehaggisbox
Thank you for your review!
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veganemango
Points +22
Lovley spot in a tourist area - Edit
They have the traditional as well as a vegetarian and vegan haggis, I had the vegan one and it was really tasty. Staff is very polite and nice
Read morethehaggisbox
Thank you!
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Stina778
Points +560
Typical scottish food - Edit
The Haggis Box is a little restaurant in the beautiful John Knox House. The menue has traditional Haggis, a vegetarian and a vegan version, as well a soup of the day, a Breakfast roll, Quiche and Porridge. We came for the vegan Haggis with Whisky-Mustard sauce. It was delicious! The staff is really friendly and the food came fast. Super place!
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2022-06-28
Pros: Friendly staff, Tasty food, Right at the Royal Mile
thehaggisbox
Thank you for visiting us! I'm glad you enjoyed your time.
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somersettim
Points +146
Amazing Vegan haggis - Edit
Found these guys at the Royal Highland show, the vegan haggis, neeps and tatties was so good I went back a second day
Read morePros: Great taste, Great staff
thehaggisbox
Thank you! Hopefully we will see you at the Show in 2024 as well.
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MadM
Points +167
Vegan haggis with mustard sauce - Edit
Delicious. Comes with mashed potatoes and pumpkin. Sauce was great, didn’t need to add anything. Staff was very friendly.
Read morePros: Stuff still wears facemasks , Not expensive
thehaggisbox
Thank you for your kind review!
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Misanthropia
Points +2775
Giving vegans the Scottish experience! - Edit
How cool is that, getting to try a traditional Scottish dish as a vegan version? Taste wise it’s nothing special though but it’s just worth the experience. Also, it comes with a whiskey-mustard sauce which is a really interesting combination.
Read morethehaggisbox
Thank you! I'm glad you liked trying the vegan version of our national dish.
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SelinaMcGee
Points +189
Gut um Haggis mal zu testen - Edit
Ich hab keinen Vergleich, weil ich original Haggis nie gegessen habe. Ich fand es etwas zu pfeffrig, aber die Konsistenz ist gut und die Steckrübe und Süßkartoffel waren echt gut. Im Haggis waren Linsen eingearbeitet, was noch kann ich nicht sagen. Preislich find ich es etwas zu hoch. Der Service ist freundlich😄
Read morePros: Veganes Haggis zum Probieren, Freundlicher Service, Take Away
Cons: Preislich etwas hoch, Öffnungszeiten für Dinner unpassend
thehaggisbox
Thank you! The vegan haggis is made from lentils, polenta, gluten-free oats, carrot turnip, mushroom, kidney beans and a peppery seasoning like the traditional haggis.
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annahession
Points +35
Great for a taste of Scotland - Edit
Myself and my boyfriend got the vegan haggis here- great to get a taste of the local cuisine. Really affordable and friendly staff
Read morethehaggisbox
Thank you! I'm glad you both enjoyed it.
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