Henderson's Bistro, Edinburgh

94 Hanover Street (just around the corner, on Thistle Street)
Edinburgh
EH2 1DR
tel: 0131 225 2605

Henderson's Bistro has become my new favourite haunt for good vegetarian and vegan food in town.

It's been around for thirty years, and has a very different feel from the busy canteen-styled restaurant below. Little tables, fairy lights, roses, tealight candles and happy, relaxed service are the order of the day here.

It's a good, if unchanging, menu. All vegan options are clearly marked, and most veggie options can be made vegan too. I think I've had most of the food on the menu now, having been to the restaurant so much. I LOVE the bean-burger, the enchillada and the lasagne. The haggis also comes highly recommended, but I had the curry last time I was there and it was far too watery. All the starters and deserts are good: I'd particularly encourage you to try the vegan cherry pie - delicious.

All the wine is vegan friendly and there are a few biodynamic options available too.

Prices are competitive for City Centre eating - £20 should get you two tasty, filling courses and a drink.

Great food, great service, great atmosphere. What more could you want?