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The Milkman

Coffee, Vegan Pastries, Cinnamon Buns

Worth ordering: #4 Pastry in Edinburghnamed in 33 reviews

Ask staff which pastries are vegan; many aren't clearly labeled, though staff can identify them.

4.2food Good vegan options

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Top tips

Ask about: cross-contamination

Good to know: Allow extra time for the queue, especially at busy periods; seating is very limited and takeaway may be easiest.
Try the vegan almond croissant or cinnamon bun, both singled out by reviewers.

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Good to know: Ask about shared display and cutting utensils if cross-contamination is a concern; a reviewer observed cakes sharing a display tray and knife.
Plant milk may cost extra; reviewers report a 20p surcharge.

People mention

Cake, carrot cake and croissant.

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Also cinnamon roll, brownie, marshmallow, hot chocolate, pain au chocolat and cookie.

Good for

The vibe: relaxing

Praised for friendly service, beautiful interior and attentive service.

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

Good to know

Outdoor seating
Breakfast, coffee, dessert, takeout, quick bites
Cards and mobile pay

About

The restored brick-walled shop on Cockburn Street pairs specialty coffee with a rotating display of pastries, including vegan almond croissants, cinnamon buns and cakes. It’s a compact, popular stop near Waverley, with limited seating and queues that usually move quickly; ask staff which pastries are vegan, since labels can be inconsistent.