Verdict: Rainbows End is the opposite of a trend-led café. It has been doing generous vegetarian and vegan food for decades, and the longevity is part of the appeal rather than an excuse for complacency.
The current sample menu is exactly what regulars expect: dahl, samosas, vegetable flans, filo parcels, mezze, moussaka-style dishes and big mixed salads, followed by unapologetically substantial homemade cakes and puddings.
Recent diners repeatedly mention freshness, colour and portion size. It is particularly good when you want lunch that feels nourishing without becoming worthy or austere.
Best for: vegetarian lunch, mixed dietary groups, gluten-free choice and cake afterwards.
Worth knowing: it gets busy at lunch and the style is homely rather than polished. That is not really a criticism; it is part of why the place still feels rooted in Glastonbury rather than designed by a hospitality group.
GW&B rating: 4/5. One of the town’s genuine keepers.