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Licensed Vegetarian Restaurant in Edinburgh

Open every day from 12 noon 

56-58 St Mary's Street, Edinburgh.
t:  0131 556 5888

Here, deep aubergine walls accented in silver and dark, minimalist seating send a strictly "nouvelle" message. As does the menu, which sweeps confidently through most of the globe, from the Mediterranean to the Pacific, via India and Thailand.
- The Scotsman.

Normal opening times:

We are open every day from midday to 10.00pm

Location

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  FOOD

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Coffee
Freshly ground continental roast, made to order
2.75
Decaffeinated
Ground continental roast, made to order.
2.75
Cappuccino
Single espresso topped with foamed milk and a sprinkling of chocolate.
2.95
Espresso
Single shot of strong coffee with an intense aroma.
double 2.75     single 2.25
 
Macchiato
Single espresso topped with frothy milk
2.75
Latte
Single espresso topped with hot milk with a creamy top
2.95
Mocha
Single espresso and chocolate topped with hot frothy milk
3.25
Hot chocolate
The classic warming drink, with cream.
3.25
Tea - English breakfast, Earl grey, Darjeeling, Chamomile flower, Yunnan green tea, Rose black, Jasmine, Lapsang souchong, Rooibos, Fresh mint, Apple and cinnamon. All loose leaf.
2.75
Hot port
A 50ml shot of port with hot water, served with lemon & cloves.
5.50

Liqueur coffee
A selection of liqueur coffees are available with cream.

All hot drinks are available with full cream or semi-skimmed milk, organic soya or speciality barista oat milk.

5.50

  DRINK

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Chenin Blanc, Van Loveren, 2022, South Africa.
Aromatic with quince, guava and granny smith apple flavours, and a crisp, dry finish. [abv 12.5%]
175ml glass: 5.80 250ml glass: 8.25 Bottle: 24.75
Viognier, Los Gansos, 2021 Chile.
A bright Viognier with apricot, peach and orange aromas. [abv 13%]
175ml glass: 6.15 250ml glass: 8.75 Bottle: 26.25
Willowglen Gewürztraminer Riesling, 2021 Australia. V
A semi-sweet wine with rosewater and citrus aromas. [abv 12%]
175ml glass: 6.45 250ml glass: 9.15 Bottle: 27.45
Sauvignon Blanc/Viogner Le Petit Balthazar, 2022 France. V
Sustainably farmed. Hints of citrus, gooseberry and apricot in nose and palate. [abv 11%]
175ml glass: 6.80 250ml glass: 9.65 Bottle: 28.95
Alasia Cortese, 2022 Italy. V
Fresh green apple aromas with notes of grapefruit, lime and honeysuckle. [abv 12%]
175ml glass: 6.65 250ml glass: 9.45 Bottle: 28.25
Pinot Grigio, Alpha Zeta, 2022 Italy.
This Pinot Grigio is slightly fuller than most as the grapes are left on the vine for an extra 2-3 weeks. Zesty and dry with savoury fruit characters. [abv 12.5%]
175ml glass: 7.15 250ml glass: 10.20 Bottle: 30.50
Gea Verdejo, Alcardet, 2020 Spain. V - Organic
Elegant , fresh, round and sweet with white fruit, citrus and fennel aromas. [abv 12%]
Bottle: 30.75
Grüner Veltliner, 2022 Austria. V
Tickles the tongue with white pepper and citrus fruit. Soft texture in the mouth with a fresh and clean finish. [abv 12.5%]
Bottle: 35.00
Gorgorito Rueda de Duero, Verdejo 2020 Spain.
Very fresh a clean in the palate with a dry finish and grass and gooseberries aromas. [abv 13%]
Bottle: 32.90
Albariño, Granbazan Verde, 2021 Spain. V
Crisp, medium-bodied, with refreshing acidity and a fruity finish. [abv 13.5%]
Bottle: 37.80
Chardonnay, Clos Montblanc, 2022 Conca de Barbera, Spain.
Lots of creamy spicy oak, from fermentation in French barrels. Rich tropical fruit, refreshing citrus flavours and great persistence. [abv 14.5%]
Bottle 38.45
Rioja, Maturana Blanca, 2021 Spain. V - organic
Made from the oldest grape variety in Rioja, virtually extinct and brought back by Ijalba wine makers. Aromas of apple, banana and citrus fruits with herbal notes [abv 13.5%]
Bottle: 40.25
Sancerre, Chateau de Fontaine-Audon, 2021 France.
Full, refreshing and dominated by flinty stones, with the acidity of grapefruit and lemon rind. [abv. 13%]
Bottle: 48.35
St Veran ‘Le Moulin du Pont’, Auvigue Brothers, Macon, 2020 France.
Wonderfully structured, showing great fruit with lovely toasty flavours and a crisp citrus aftertaste, ideally balanced and full bodied. [abv 13.5%]
Bottle: 45.00

We try to ensure our vintages are correct but please note there may be the odd change as new vintages are released.

Cabernet Sauvignon, Norte Chico, 2021 Chile.
Delicious, medium bodied, with blackberry and cassis flavours. [abv 13%] .
175ml glass: 5.80 250ml glass: 8.25 Bottle: 24.75
Tempranillo, Monterio 2019 Spain.
A lovely ripe and vividly flavoured Tempranillo made from fruit sourced from the Castilla region of Spain. (abv 13%).
175ml glass: 6.10 250ml glass: 8.75 Bottle: 26.15
Merlot, Solara, Glou-glou, 2022 Romania. V
erved chilled this wine is made completely naturally and unfiltered. Easy to drink with notes of red fruits, vanilla and oak and low tannings.. [abv 13.5%]
175ml glass: 7.60 250ml glass: 10.85 Bottle: 32.50
The War Horse, Stellenbosch, 2021 South Africa. V
Aromas of berry fruits with a brambly palate. [abv 14.5%]
175ml glass: 6.60 250ml glass: 9.40 Bottle: 28.10
Otis Tarda Red Rioja, 2021 Spain. V - organic
Sweet young Rioja made with tempranillo grapes. Delicious fruit aromas and red berry flavours. [abv 14%]
175ml glass: 6.90 250ml glass: 9.85 Bottle: 29.55
Paparuda Pinot Noir, 2022 Romania. V
Fruity, rich and potent, with layers of ripe black cherry, raspberry and cinnamon. [abv 12.5%]
175ml glass: 7.15 250ml glass: 10.20 Bottle: 30.50
Merlot, Solara, Glou-glou, 2022 Romania. V - organic
Served chilled this wine is made completely naturally and unfiltered. Easy to drink with notes of red fruits, vanilla and oak and low tannings. [abv 14%]
175ml glass: 7.60 250ml glass: 10.85 Bottle: 32.50
Finca El Encinal Ribera del Duero, 2021 Spain. V
Full bodied, dry, with intense cherry and plum aromas, and a silky palate. [abv 14.5%]
Bottle: 35.30
Côte du Rhône Villages, Domaine Valand, 2019 France. V - organic
Made with Grenache and Shiraz grape varieties. Elegant, with aromas of cassis and cherry. [abv 14.5%]
Bottle: 37.95
Malbec (blend), Gaia, 2019 Argentina. V - organic
Rich, smooth and full bodied with a long finish. Aromas of blackberry with silky rounded tannins and hints of violets, plums and spices. [abv 13.5%]
Bottle: 41.95
Malbec (blend), Ameri, 2012 Argentina. V - organic
Full bodied with an intense purple colour, this wine has power, finesse and elegance. Aged in French oak for 16 months.. [abv 15%]
Bottle: 45.25
Vacqueyras Les plain des Moines. 2020. France.
Rich and spicy. Medium body with good concentration of black currant fruit and notes of liquorice. [abv 14.5%]
Bottle: 49.00
Rioja, Marqués de Murrieta, 2016 Spain.
Complex layers of sweet and savoury fruit, vanilla and spice. Full, fresh and vibrant. [abv 14%]
Bottle: 54.45
Châteauneuf du Pape, Domaine du Haut des Terres Blanches, 2020 France.
One of France’s most famous wines, a hearty red made from Grenache, Syrah and Mourvedre. [abv 14.5%]
Bottle: 65.50

Rosé Wine

Solara Rose, Merlot and Cabernet blend, 2022 Romania. V - organic
Soft mouthfeel with lovely strawberry and ripe red fruit flavours and balanced with crisp acidity. . [abv 12%]
175ml glass: 6.10 250ml glass: 8.70 Bottle: 26.00
Ponte Pietra Pinot Grigio Rosato, 2022 Italy.
A lovely pink coloured rosato. Fresh and crisp with a delicate strawberry perfume. [abv 12%]
175ml glass: 6.75 250ml glass: 9.60 Bottle: 28.75
Pinot Noir Rosé, J Wolf, 2022 Germany. V
Pale salmon pink in colour, with hints of rhubarb and raspberry, a rich creamy texture and a splash of strawberry. [abv 11.5%]
175ml glass: 7.25 250ml glass: 10.35 Bottle: 30.95
Jurançon Clos Guirouilh, 2015 France
A delicate sweet honey wine, almost lemon meringue-like in character. [abv 13.0%].
70ml glass: 4.95 375ml Bottle: 25.95
Campbells, Rutherglen Muscat, Australia.
Fruity and luscious - ideal with richer desserts [abv 17.5%].
70ml glass: 5.95 375ml Bottle: 31.00

All the wines on this list are to the very best of our knowledge vegetarian. Those marked [V] are, again to the very best of our knowledge, vegan.

abv - alcohol by volume. We try to ensure our vintages are correct, but please note there may be the odd change as new vintages are released.

Cava La Escapada Brut, Spain. V
Streams of fine bubbles with hints of honey and brioche. [abv 11.5%]
125ml glass: 6.95 Bottle: 35.00
Rosé La Escapada Cava Brut, Spain. V
Powerful fresh aromas of ripe strawberries and raspberries mixed with crushed grapes. [abv 11.5%]
125ml glass: 6.95 Bottle: 35.00
Simonsig Kaapse Vonkel Rosé, 2021 South Africa. V
The aromas of rose petals and red berries dominate the nose and reveal its red grape origins. [abv 12%]
Bottle: 37.85
Bernard Robert Champagne Reserve Brut, France.
From a small high quality producer based in Voigny in the southern part of the Champagne region, this predominately black grapes Champagne offers a softer easy drinking style. [abv 12%]
Bottle: 57.50
Bollinger Special Cuvée Brut NV, Champagne.
Consisting of approximately three quarters Pinot Noir and Meunier with one quarter Chardonnay, Bollinger Special Cuvée is one of the fullest champagnes with an intensely rich character of freshly baked bread alongside citrus and baked apple fruit.
Bottle: 95.00
Bellini
Sparkling wine, peach purée and a touch of peach schnapps.
8.95
Rosemary French 75
Rosemary infused gin and lemon topped with sparkling wine.
8.95
Carrot Cake Martini
Liquid Oats (vegan whisky liqueur), Calvados, organic carrot juice, oat milk, muscovado sugar and spices.
9.95
Smoky Peach Punch
Made with Laphroig 10 whisky, peach purée, peach schnapps, organic apple juice and orange bitters.
9.95
Blueberry Margarita
Tequila, Cointreau and lime juice, with blackcurrant and blueberry cordial.
9.95
Bloody Mary
Lemon infused vodka, organic tomato juice, Tabasco, vegan Worcester Sauce, salt and black pepper.
9.25
Expresso Martini
Vanilla infused vodka, Tia Maria and espresso.
9.25
Cosmopolitan
Lemon infused vodka, Cointreau, organic cranberry juice and fresh lime
9.25
Chilli Margarita
Chilli infused Tequila, Cointreau and lime juice, garnished with chilli flakes. We can make this cocktail mild or Carolina Reaper hot!
9.25
Negroni
Pickering's gin, Carpano rosso and Campari served over ice garnished with dried orange.
10.25
White Russian
Tia Maria and vanilla infused vodka shaken and layered with milk, cream, oat milk or soya milk topped with cocoa powder.
9.25
Pear and Rose Mojito
Reserva 3 year aged rum muddled with lime wedges, organic pear juice, mint leaves and sugar. Topped with rose lemonade.
9.25
Earl Grey Martini
Blue flower earl grey infused Pickering's gin, lemon juice. Shaken and served in Martini glass.
9.25
Scotch Whisky sour
A classic cocktail, made with Glenmorangie 10. Also available with Amaretto
9.25
Old Fashioned
Brown sugar muddled with Glenmorangie 10 and bitters. Garnished with orange zest.
9.25
Elderflower and rosemary Collins
Classic cocktail with rosemary infused Pickering's gin and elderflower cordial.
9.25
Aperol spritz
Aperol, sparkling wine, soda mint leaves and orange.
9.25
Lemoncello spritz
Lemoncello, sparkling wine and lemon. Garnished with cucumber.
9.25
Please ask your server if you would like a cocktail that is not on our list and we will do our best to accommodate you.
Cromarty Red Rocker
50cl. Red rye based with a smooth bitterness. [abv 5%]
6.50
Cromarty Happy Chappy
50cl. Pale ale. Fresh, zesty and refreshing. Staff favourite. [abv 4.1%]
6.50
Cromarty lager
33cl Munich style lager. Clean and crisp yet simple and delicious. [abv 4.4%]
6.50
Williams Brothers Seven Giraffes 50cl - gluten free
IPA made with a blend of 7 grains. [abv 5.1%]
6.50
Bellfield Bohemian Pilsner - gluten free
Classic Czech style Pilsner. Light and refreshing.
5.25
Barney's Volcano IPA
33cl A zingy IPA with a perfect balance between malts and hops. [abv 5%]
5.50
Barney's Not milk stout
33cl - Born from a challenge. Coffee and vanilla "dessert" beer. [abv 5.9%]
5.75
Samuel Smith’s organic cider. V
55cl A very refreshing, pure, clean flavoured cider.
6.95
Thistly Traditional Cross cider
33cl Strong, smooth and fruity. [abv 4.4%]
5.25
NON-ALCOHOLIC BEERS
Jump Ship alcohol free IPA 33cl - gluten free
Full bodied with a bitter finish. [abv 0.5%]
3.95
Jump Ship alcohol free Red Rye 33cl
Amber ale with layers of fruit and spice. [abv 0.5%]
3.95

Jump Ship alcohol free Stout 33cl - gluten free
Oat milk sout. [abv 0.5%]

[All our beers are Vegan; All our beers are from Scotland]

3.95
Fentimans rose lemonade / ginger beer (275ml)
3.25
Leftfield Kombucha sencha green / Oolong
4.50
Karma cola / Diet karma cola / lemonade (300ml)
3.25
Still and Sparkling Mineral water
25cl bottle 1.95 75cl bottle 3.50

 
Selection of organic juices served by glass (apple / pear / cranberry / spicy tomato)
3.25
Freshly squeezed orange juice
3.75
If you would like a straw, please ask your server  

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Set Menu available daytime Monday to Friday until 4.30pm and groups of 6+ every evening.

Set menu recommended for parties of 8 and more.
Full menu also available for smaller groups

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David Bann Restaurant, 
56-58 St. Mary’s Street, 
Edinburgh 
EH1 1SX 

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Open every day 12-10pm.

For other enquiries or bookings for August 29th onwards please email [email protected]

Edinburgh Restaurant Awards 2019.

Winner! Best Vegetarian/Vegan Restaurant.

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