Braids in Edinburgh

“It was a pleasure to have walked the length of the nature reserve. I went there right after dropping my wee ones at school on a Thursday morning. Most people were nice and exchanged brief hellos. Several people were out with their dogs, I saw a family having a birthday hangout with their kids, a couple of runners and cyclists, and some squirrels. Very large and indeed well reserved.”

“Love walking here. So does the dog! Coffee shop is good too!”

“A fantastic place if you ever wanna visit Edinburgh, great value for money, clean, modern, walking distance to many places.”

“First visit with my seven year old retriever having just moved from my previous Vet. Very happy with the service we received. Everyone could not have been more pleasant, helpful and appeared interested in both my dog and I. The Vet gave my dog a thorough checkup and asked lots of relevant questions to gain a full picture of my dogs health and any concerns that I may have going forward.”

“I've been coming to Efi now for a while. Lovely salon. Very welcoming and great service. I normally come every 3 months for my colour and cut to be done. I have Finally found a place I like, the results always come out lovely and I always leave happy. I would totally recommend. Laura xx”

“We moved to Braid Vets after a bad experience somewhere else. The staff are always lovely, attentive and considerate. Every vet we have seen has been knowledgeable and informative. We feel very happy having our two cats and dog here.”

“Afternoon tea for four. One was gluten free (allergies). We made use of the Wowcher offer to try this out and really were not disappointed. For those in the know, coeliacs is not the easiest of food to get right but the chef at the Braid Hills Hotel completely smashed it! My daughter was delighted with the quality of the food that she was served, as were we all. My son-in-law raved about the haggis bites, which was good because he was able to eat mine (haggis, yuck, lol but it's just not for everyone). The smoked salmon pate was, however, delicious. Now lets get down to the sweet treats. Wow! Again, my daughter was so pleased with the home made scone, scones are notorious at the best of times, but take the gluten out and you will struggle to get them as light as these were! All of the food was truly lovely. Food wise I would put it up there with some of the best in Edinburgh, however the dining room was maybe not up there. That said, it was very far from being bad, I would say that it was simply average. Please remember though, the cost of this, even without a Wowcher deal, was so much lower than "the best in Edinburgh" so for the food to match that standard what's not to like. All I am saying is that if you are looking for swanky, this is not the place, also, if you are looking for a greasy spoon this is not the place. If you are, however, looking for a place that is warm and welcoming, you have found your little piece of heaven. Service though, wow, we had an Asian waiter, was he from India? certainly somewhere around there, I only say because I did not get his name and would really love for management to know what an absolute gem he was. So warm and welcoming and extremely attentive from the minute we arrived until we left. Oh,and, not on the menu for the afternoon tea was some red lentil soup that the chef sent out with compliments to us, we all agreed we would have been extremely happy to order that had we been dining there, maybe next time. Yes, next time, there most certainly will be a next time.”

“Our family celebrated a 90th birthday today in the Library. We could not fault the service we received from the staff. The choices from the menu were all enjoyed and were attractively presented. We highly recommend this venue for a special occasion. Thankyou to all”

“My cat has diabetes and unfortunately needed help to manage it. She is very challenging and I can’t thank the team enough. My friend was looking after her for me whilst I was away and they also kept me informed about her condition. I am able to call them for advice if and when I need to. Thank you so much everyone. Anne.”

“My Dog loved the care here when he had his first ever pampering, the girl made me feel confident to leave my dog in her care. He looked fantastic when I went to collect him. Would recommend for sure.”

“I use this coffee shop regularly . Consistently great coffee, food and atmosphere. Friendly staff and great service. Well worth a visit . Enjoy”

“This restaurant is located in the Dalmahoy hotel Country Club upstairs with a bar. This is a little more casual than the other restaurant The Pentland Restaurant.”

“Had a facial with Lauren and couldn't recommend it enough. Lauren is very professional and talented. During my first consultation she listened attentively, asked questions and explained everything which made me feel super comfortable and in safe hands. My skin looked great and I was super relaxed after the facial. Definitely worth the investment :)”

This specialized hair and makeup studio is located in the Leith area of Edinburgh, offering expert services with a focus on precision. The studio is particularly renowned for its expertise in handling Asian hair types and complex treatments. Core services include Japanese permanent hair straightening, professional perms, and creative hair coloring. They also offer expert haircuts and high-quality makeup application for various events. The environment is designed to be relaxed and enjoyable, fostering a great vibe for all visitors.

“Exceptional team- welcoming & highly professional. Roy you are marvellous- my cut keeps it's shape & the colour is amazing. Love it!!!!”

“Really nice salon, clean and friendly team. Ren did my hair and she did a great job! Really listened to what I was after, provided advice and kept checking in to make sure I was happy.”

“I got my keratin blow dry done by Sharon who was so lovely! I had had a stressful morning and she put me right at ease and did a fantastic job with my hair. So pleased with the results and how much easier it is to manage now! Thanks :)”

“Piotr was lovely, masterful and a good chat. Gave me the best haircut I've had in years, highly reccomend!”

“Thanks so much to Millie. She made my little girls dream hair cut come true, and then treated my toddler with such kindness and patience. The salon aas already recommended to us by a friend and would highly recommend!”

“Jane was extremely nice and knowledgeable, and I’m obsessed with my new hair!! I asked for texture and face-framing layers and they delivered exactly that. The shop had a really chill vibe, 10/10 would come again. Thanks Jane!”

“Went to Juniper Salon & Abbie last week for the first time, and got a cut & colour. Have to say it’s the happiest I’ve been with my hair in a long time (poss ever) with both my cut & my colour. Will def be back. Thanks Abbie!”

“I’ve been going to Hotheaded for over 20 years. Always leave with my hair looking amazing. Tracy, Kerry and all the ladies are all so friendly. Lovely place and would 100% recommend. Gayle”

“Great experience today was looked after so well, big shout out to Gillian, she got the best work out dealing with my long hair! And thank you to all the team for the compliments on my hair, I really needed the confidence boost and I left feeling like I was on cloud 9! Xxx”

“Absolutely amazing service, Rachel is an amazing hairdresser and such a kind friendly person”

“Very happy with haircut and with Harry. My usual stylist is on mat leave and I desperately needed an appointment. Harry did a great job. So much so I got another appointment with him booked.”

“The Lodge Coffee House – A Caffeinated Trip into the Surreal Nestled in the caffeinated underbelly of Edinburgh lies The Lodge Coffee House, a stone sanctum where time sips itself backwards and espresso machines hum ancient jazz riffs. Upon entering, we were greeted by Mick, a man forged from equal parts kindness, bacon, and 80's nostalgia. Like a caffeinated Gandalf, he emerged from the steam with eyes full of welcome and hands full of bacon barms. He threw them at us, not aggressively, but like a benevolent goblin flinging gifts at chosen mortals. The coffee.... the coffee. Brewed by a barista who may have once been a shaman, the flat white shared secrets. The atmosphere, like being hugged by a velvet bear in a log cabin built by monks who understand everything. We had a chat with Mick about life, meat, and the nature of gravy. At one point, he levitated slightly while describing his sausage procurement strategy. The location is prime, trees bowed politely as we sipped. In short, The Lodge is not just a coffee house. It’s a mystical experience wrapped in cured meat and friendliness. Five out of five cosmic beans. Would definitely go again.”

Located in Ratho Station near Newbridge, this studio is a specialist destination for expert hair braiding and natural hair care. The studio offers a warm and family-friendly environment where clients are made to feel right at home. Services include a wide variety of braiding styles such as box braids and cornrows, as well as loc maintenance and budding. The team is highly knowledgeable in treating various hair types, including specialized techniques for Caucasian hair. For maximum convenience, mobile services and home visits are available to bring professional styling to your doorstep.

Located in Polbeth, West Calder, this charming salon provides a relaxing escape for all your hair care needs. The team offers a comprehensive suite of services including professional cutting, expert coloring, and elegant blow dries. Specializing in wedding hair, they provide personalized styling for brides and bridesmaids to ensure a perfect look for the big day. Every visit begins with a thorough consultation to understand your specific hair goals and styling preferences. Guests are treated to a warm welcome, often accompanied by a pot of coffee and biscuits for a truly pampered experience.