Hendersons is a restaurant in Grassmarket, Edinburgh. Rated 4.9 stars from 2102 Google reviews. Known for scottish vegetarian cooking and attentive service. Best for solo dining and special occasion.
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Hendersons
| Rating | 4.9★ |
| Reviews | 2,102 |
| Best for | Solo dining |
Quick Verdict
The vegetarian restaurant in Grassmarket where the food, service and setting all arrive at the same level of care.
You want vegetarian cooking that doesn't announce itself as vegetarian.
About Hendersons
A meal at Hendersons in the Grassmarket is what upmarket vegetarian dining looks like when it actually commits to the idea. The kitchen takes Scottish classics seriously — the haggis draws more attention than almost anything else on the menu, and the vegan options run deep enough that the whole table is covered. Staff are attentive without hovering, and the booking-to-bill experience is the kind of thing people notice and write about. Edinburgh has no shortage of places that gesture at vegetarian cooking; Hendersons is the one locals keep returning to.
What Stands Out
Scottish vegetarian cooking
Recent reviews highlight vegetarian versions of Cullen Skink and haggis as standout dishes that demonstrate technical precision with Scottish classics.
Attentive service
Multiple reviews praise friendly, helpful staff and service described as 'attentive without being too much', with one noting 'great customer journey from booking to bill payment'.
Food presentation and drinks
Reviews consistently mention excellent food presentation and a vibrant drinks list featuring cocktails alongside other options.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Hendersons
Hendersons, in Grassmarket, Edinburgh, is built entirely around vegetarian cuisine with extensive vegan options throughout the menu. Recent diners describe it as one of the best vegetarian and vegan restaurants they've visited, with creative renderings of Scottish classics like Cullen Skink and haggis.
Hendersons in Grassmarket offers an upmarket setting with stylish design and thoughtful plating. Diners mention loving both the food and the setting, with an ambience that feels like an occasion without being formal or stuffy.
Hendersons staff are described as friendly, helpful and attentive—present when needed but never intrusive. One recent diner praised the 'great customer journey from booking to bill payment' and service that balances attention with restraint.
Hendersons is known for vegetarian takes on Scottish dishes: the haggis and Cullen Skink appear frequently in reviews as standouts. The menu also features vegan options, creative food presentations, and a vibrant drinks list with cocktails.
Hendersons in Grassmarket, Edinburgh, draws people for occasions: the setting, plating and attentive service all signal care. Recent diners consistently mention it as a place they'll definitely return to, and one noted it as one of their favourite places to go.
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Hot Score: 72/100 · ranked October 2026
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