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Vegan
Beer/Wine
British
Scotland's first fully vegan fish and chippy restaurant, inside The Dog House pub. Dog friendly. Offers tofish, battered sausage, battered haggis, chicken tenders and nuggets, various dips and battered Oreos and Mars bars. 18+ only. Open Mon 16:00-22:00, Tue 16:00-21:00, Wed-Thu 16:00-22:00, Fri-Sat 13:00-23:00, Sun 16:00-22:00.
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- Wheelchair accessible
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- Free Wi-Fi
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Last update on 28 Oct 2025 by Here.To.Travel_Jade
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Added by catandcupcake on 28 Aug 2024
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118 Reviews
First Review by catandcupcake
thatjadebird
Points +18
I cannot recommend this enough - Edit
The food is delicious, better than any normal chippy I've been to in my pre-vegan days. There is so much to choose from and it's so impressive and novel the way the dishes have been put together. Absolutely amazing.
Read morePros: Delicious food, Amazing choice, Fully vegan menu
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Marksson
Points +117
No exaggeration hands down the best vegan fish - Edit
The service and atmosphere was next to none. Quirky beats with creative decor. The cauliflower wings were incredibly meaty, my Omni mates couldn't believe it. The lemon pole was exceptional. I've travelled the world trying vegan dishes for over 10 years, this was the best fish, cod like texture and flavour.
Read morePros: Homemade food, Atmosphere, Service
Cons: Order by WhatsApp
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Wacho
Points +211
Best vegan fish n chips - Edit
Probably the best vegan fish n chips around. Strange way to order via WhatsApp, but worked fine.
Read moreCrazy atmosphere in there, which I liked. Good choice of beer aswell.
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cmhwak
Points +3798
Crazy location - Edit
Only because of the location you should go there-quite "unique" 😆
Read moreAn alternative pub offering also some vegan fast food options. Dog-friendly.
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catatonicyouths
Points +822
Must try - Edit
It’s located inside a fun pub. The ordering system is goofy but it works. This was my first time having fish and chips because I’ve never liked seafood. Not really a “fishy” taste. It was great. I wish I could go back and try the smoked faddock. They also have some other scottish delicacies like pizza crunch and haggis.
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Starlet2931
Points +539
Fun vibe and amazing fish & chips - Edit
I’ve eaten here twice and loved it both times! Huge portions, and the tofush & chips are delicious. Highly recommend both the faddock and [censored] fish. I want to try the fried Oreo, but I’m always too full! Some people may be turned off by the eccentric atmosphere, but I love the vibe!
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MouthyMackem
Points +850
Quirky - Edit
Not a vegan pub but has a vegan food menu. The service was quick and the food was nice, personally I thought the faddock was too Smokey in flavour, so if you don’t like strong Smokey flavours go for something else. Everything else was great. It was a shame to see the fallops and falamari were no longer on the menu they had great reviews from other customers.
Read morePros: The service , Nice food , Great venue
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CarolineMcIntosh
Points +24
Funk-Fish - Edit
Vegan Fish and Chips!
Read moreSo Yummy!!!
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vegan.baddie
Points +1452
Oh. My. Goddd. - Edit
You must stop here while in Edinburgh. You must.
Read moreFreaking delicious. One of the best things I’ve eaten. As soon as I read about this place I wanted to make it a point to come here and it was everything I hoped it would be and more. We got the smoked tofish option and the cauliflower bites. Incredible.
It’s in a really fun pub called the Dog House. Sit at a table with the menu on it, find what you want, and text the number via WhatsApp to order. It’s super easy.😄 was about a 12-15 minute walk from our hotel in old town.
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NatashaSinclair
Points +22
The Best and Happiest ‘Fish’ & Chips in Scotland. - Edit
I’ve been desperate to try this place since I stumbled across the menu on Instagram (I’m so clumsy). Finally, the stars aligned with my tastebuds, and I made a point of visiting The Happy Fish on a wee birthday day out. It was a bit risqué to jump in the deep end for an occasion meal from somewhere we’d never eaten, but it was so worth it (as some of the best things in life are)! My eyes on any all vegan menu are notoriously bigger than my belly, and the same happened with The Happy Fish’s. Additionally to ordering quite a lot, the portions were generous (to say the least). It’s fair to say it’s just as well I forgot to have breakfast and lunch because I had a (welcome) challenge on my fork here!
Read moreWe ordered the Smoked Faddock, Battered Jumbo Sausage Supper, Happy Fish Loaded Fries, and Fauxarella Sticks, and we also had a wee try of the ice cream selection.
There was not a weak player in the group. Everything was well prepared and cooked, packed with punchy flavour. The texture of the tofu for the ‘fish’ dishes was perfect, and the crunch and flavour of the batter — moreish. Satisfying and tasty comfort food that made our bellies happy as much as the fishes. The Fauxrella sticks are the best I've tasted (so ‘cheesy), and the dips and dressings that complimented each dish — perfection! The ice cream was an ideal and refreshing way to finish off a happy, heavy munch.
The three folks dealt with between The Happy Fish and The Doghouse were cracking people. Super friendly, helpful, attentive. I highly recommend this place - the food and service was exceptional on our short visit. Highly recommended.
Pros: Delicious food & generious portions, All Vegan Kitchen, Friendly, attentive staff
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diana.shfitness
Points +32
Missing Fish & Chips?! - Edit
I recommend for anyone miss the best tasting of Fish & Chips! The atmosphere is great. People are really cool! You're gonna love the place. 😎
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gabrielakubikova
Points +651
Amazing “fish” and chips - Edit
You need to order via Whatsapp, which took us a minute to realize 😅 But the person preparing the food is very lovely and the food was great! Gluten-free options also possible. Loved this place.
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TessaSainz
Points +133
Good, but the dumbest ordering system - Edit
The food was good, I saw reviews for the Faddock being the best and it was the better of the two (Faddock and Funk) that we had.
Read moreYou have to order via a WhatsApp text though, which is incredibly stupid and a real pain if you don't want Meta to be able to read all your data (which they've admitted they can do). Apparently you can order takeaway online though, so I'm not sure why they don't just have you order online in-person.
Anyway, 4/5 food, 0/5 ordering system.
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tedpal
Points +78
Nothing fishy about the fish and chips - Edit
Delicious and good buy for money. The mushy peas are this die for. I got the regular fish supper and subbed in sweet potato fries. I will be bringing back every friend I know.
Read morePros: Delicious veg meal, Excellent service, Nice pub ambience
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Ryman
Points +46
I Miss Happy Fish - Edit
It's been a good few months since I was last able to eat at The Happy Fish but I often find myself missing the food. Both myself and pal absolutely loved the scran and left feeling well fed. Excited to make it back
Read morePros: Large portions, Friendly owner, Delicious food
Cons: I live outside Edinburgh
edinburghsoyboy
Hey Ryan!! We miss you at the happy fish too, next time you're down in Edinburgh shoot me a message and we'll get you looked after😄hope you're keeping well mate
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OliverBJones
Points +54
Amazing! A must try for vegans in Edinburgh. - Edit
First time I’ve had a proper “fish” and chips in years. Fantastic fat, salty, chippy chips. Perfect sides and condiments. Mushy peas, curry sauce, tartare sauce and the garlic butter white wine sauce were all too notch.
Read moreThe “smoked faddock” was so so good, I can’t stop thinking about it even weeks later. Super crispy batter and soft juicy smoked tofu. You may even find “faux bones” (toothpicks) which is a nice touch.
Plenty of gluten free options for my partner, she loved the GF battered sausage.
Service was fantastic, the young guy was super chatty and enthusiastic. He even sent us some free deep fried Oreo’s whilst we stayed for a beer after our meal. The pub has a very alternative and unique atmosphere, lots of good music whilst you eat. The Cure, The Smiths, Bowie, Joy Division, The Police, Depeche Mode etc.
Couldn’t recommend enough!
Pros: Big portions. , Fair price. , Great atmosphere.
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Gryfindork84
Points +24
Tofishy was fabulous! - Edit
Here visiting Edinburgh for our first time and had to try “Scotland’s First Vegan Chippy”. The presentation was spot on. We enjoyed our Funk Fish and Smoked Faddock entrees. The chips were fat and crispy. We even got to meet the man behind the delicious creations. A vegan must have if you’re in the area! Ordering made easier through the IG link or WhatsApp at the bottom of the menu!
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petitappetit
Points +54
Amazing vegan fish and chips - Edit
Excellent fish and chips (I recommend the Smoked Faddock). Sweet potatoe fries are delicious. The atmosphere is very original. And the staff is amazingly friendly. Very good cider too.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2025-04-17
Pros: Tasty, All vegan, Generous portions
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AxolotlRoadkill
Points +134
Best fish and chips ever - Edit
We wanted to try these fish and chips so bad because of the reviews on here and we weren't disappointed.
Read moreAs eating in a pub with crowds and loud music isn't really our thing, we simply texted them via WhatsApp and asked if we could order for takeaway. (The menu and phone number are available on Instagram or outside the pub too.)
That was absolutely no problem, they were extremely friendly, even provided us with wooden cutlery and napkins and everything and the food was DELICIOUS! We had the battered tofish with chips, sauce and peas as well as the fauxarella sticks and the wingz n ringz duo.
The tofish is so good, we loved it and also the chips, sauce and peas and sides were great. Just an overall banger.
Tip: The tofish portion sizes are huge, we wouldn't have needed the starters and didn't manage to finish all of it.
Pros: Best tofish ever, Huge portions, Very friendly and uncomplicated
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Vegiana
Points +817
Incredible - Edit
We had the lemon tofu fish and the smoked tofu fish and it tastes unbelievably real. The ordering system is a bit odd, you have to text a phone number on Whatsapp, but the person who makes the food is very nice and the food is absolutely worth a visit. We're definitely coming back!
Read morePros: Amazing food, Very nice people
Cons: Strange ordering system, A bit loud
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greta.b8
Points +1287
Delicious - Edit
Food was superb and staff were incredibly kind! Portions were huge, definitely could have shared the tofish supper. Was also very reasonably priced imo
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2025-04-07
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Bruach
Points +40
Amazing food - Edit
Fantastic food, large portions with an extremely friendly staff.
Read morePros: Choice of food, Atmosphere, Friendly staff
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Moritz1987
Points +75
Lovely tofish - Edit
Quirky friendly pup
Read moreThe food was lovely and the service excellent.
Pros: Fairly priced , Delicious food
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asood
Points +26
Wow, just wow - Edit
I had the funk fish and my partner had the battered tofish burger. Both were amazing. Batter texture scarily reminds me of a fish supper! Chips and condiments were also top notch.
Read morePros: Tastes amazing , Great service , Pure indulgence
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JN8
Points +32
Great Vegan Chippy - Edit
Unbelievably good! Absolutely delicious and also fresh (not something you would usually associate with a chippy). If you’re vegan (or not) you need to check this out. Huge portions and great value. Amazingly helpful, friendly and passionate staff. 10/10.
Read morePros: Delicious Food, Friendly Helpful Staff
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AliceRG
Points +683
Hearty tofish and chips - Edit
At least three types of tofish to choose from. Very big portions. You order the on WhatsApp. The staff were friendly. Interesting eclectic arty/junk shop decor, including old trainers hung from the ceiling. If you like clean lines and minimalism this is not the place for you.
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CamilleBaleines
Points +32
Weird - Edit
Dans un pub sombre. Vous ne rencontrerez pas le cuisinier ; il faut passer commande par WhatsApp (!!). On ne nous l’indique qu’après 15mn d’attente en vain. Ils indiquent qu’il y a peut-être des arrêtes dans leur poisson véganes : honnêtement, sans voir ni la cuisine ni le cuisinier, caution is advised.
Read moreCons: Commande via WhatsApp, Très sombre et étrange, Louche
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