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The Alchemist St James Quarter

Cocktails, Vegan Plant Sharer

$$$

Top tips

  • Try the Plant Sharer, praised by diners as a standout vegan choice.
  • Good to know: Expect club-style, potentially loud music on some Friday evenings.
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  • Ask staff about substitutions and alterations; a reviewer reports they could confirm vegan adaptations.
  • The plant-based duck bao buns and burger with salad were recommended by vegan diners.
  • Cocktails can be expensive, though reviewers describe the theatrical drinks as a fun experience.

People mention

No standout dish yet. People mention bao, plant sharer and breaded oyster mushrooms.

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Also burger.

Good for

The vibe: dates The vibe: groups

Praised for attentive service, friendly service and good value.

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Also praised for lively atmosphere, fast service and cozy atmosphere.

Good to know

  • Outdoor seating
  • Wi-Fi
  • Brunch, lunch, dinner, coffee
  • Cards and mobile pay

About

The cocktail menu leans theatrical, with drinks served in lab-style glassware and some that smoke, bubble or change color. Vegan choices include the Plant Sharer, coconut tofu curry and Bang Bang salad, while recent diners praise attentive staff; Friday-night music can feel club-loud, and reviewers have found cocktails pricey.

Vegan menu

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The Alchemist St James Quarter · dine-in · 13 dishes

More options may be available. Other dishes on this menu are still being checked.

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St James Quarter, Edinburgh, EH1 3AE, United Kingdom

Opening hours

Monday
10:00–00:00
Tuesday
10:00–00:00
Wednesday
10:00–00:00
Thursday
10:00–00:00
Friday
10:00–01:00
Saturday
10:00–01:00
Sunday
10:00–00:00

the food

4.3 out of 5. Spinach Rating

From recent reviews, out of 5.

  • Good service
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How we rank

eating vegan

Outstanding for vegans

vegan options
Abundant · 10+ dishes
menu
Clearly marked
staff
Knowledgeable
protein
tofu, plant-based duck
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