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Books N' Cup Cafe

Cafe, Vegan Cakes & Toasties

$$

Top tips

  • Try the rose latte if it’s still on the seasonal menu.
  • Good to know: Seats are limited, and service may be slower when the small cafe is busy.
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  • Oat milk is available for coffee, and a reviewer also found staff helpful with vegan chocolate powder.
  • The cafe has free internet and is used by customers working with laptops.
  • Ask about the vegan cakes and pastries in the display case; reviews mention vegan Oreo cupcakes and other vegan bakes.

People mention

No standout dish yet. People mention coffee, cupcake and flat white.

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Also matcha latte and tea.

Good for

The vibe: work & study The vibe: relaxing

Praised for cozy atmosphere, friendly service and beautiful interior.

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Also praised for attentive service, laptop-friendly, generous portions and lively atmosphere.

Good to know

  • Gluten-free options
  • Outdoor seating
  • Wi-Fi
  • Breakfast, lunch, coffee, dessert, takeout
  • Cards and mobile pay

About

Books N' Cup pairs coffee, toasties and pastries with book-filled shelves, exposed stone and brick, and a small bookshop. Reviews mention vegan cakes and sandwiches alongside oat-milk drinks; seating is snug, and one regular notes service can slow when the cafe is busy.

Vegan menu

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23 Home St, Edinburgh, EH3 9JR, United Kingdom

Opening hours

Monday
07:30–22:00
Tuesday
07:30–22:00
Wednesday
07:30–22:00
Thursday
07:30–22:00
Friday
07:30–22:00
Saturday
07:30–22:00
Sunday
07:30–22:00

the food

4.5 out of 5. Spinach Rating

From recent reviews, out of 5.

  • Good food
  • Good atmosphere
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How we rank

eating vegan

Outstanding for vegans

vegan options
Some · 3–5 dishes
menu
Clearly marked
staff
Knowledgeable
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