The 30 Best Cafe in Edinburgh

“The staff were so welcoming and accommodating. I ordered the sausage roll, latte with a bottle of water. My Airbnb host told me to check out this location for a quick bite, I’m glad I went!”

“One of the best pizza places I've eaten at in Edinburgh. Absolutely delicious and very affordable prices. The owner is incredibly nice and will always serve you with a smile! You can find a variety of choices with high-quality ingredients and a beautiful combination of flavours.”

“Had a wonderful experience at Khartoum Cafe. The owner was friendly, attentive and created a lovely atmosphere. The food itself was delicious: so flavourful and balanced. I especially loved the Salata Aswad. Been past this place so many times and kicking myself it’s taken me so long to go in but now I have, I will definitely be back.”

“A clear recommendation! The food was cooked to perfection, tasty and with fantastic flavours. The ambiente, the service and pleasant music couldn't have been better. Also the persian variations of Latte are worth a try. The price for this quality and culinary experience is simply unbeatable.”

“I loved this place! Incredible coffee, super nice staff, and it was so cool to be able to choose from 7 different types of coffee beans. They took me through the different types and I ended up trying two different ones. You can tell they really care about their coffee! Staff was super friendly as well :).”

“Great cafe! Food was delicious and well priced. The atmosphere in the cafe was cozy. Thanks for the great morning.”

“Ordered a gingerbread latte with oat milk. Hands down the best coffee I’ve had from a coffee stand, cafe or anywhere in Edinburgh.”

“Had the Turkish breakfast. All of it absolutely lovely - feta, halloumi, sucuk and fresh salads. Really good coffee too, and the service excellent and friendly. Would certainly go back and try some of the other Turkish specialities.”

“Wonderful hidden gem! The staff were absolutely lovely and you can tell from the quality of the food and drinks that they love what they do. Highly recommend the rose latte and raspberry mocha while they're still available on their seasonal menu! Beautiful experience to end our stay in Edinburgh :D”

“Set within the grounds of St Columbus Hospice and run by volunteers. Fantastic space and shop. Scrumptious homebakes and soup. Voluntary donation required as payment to the exceedingly low prices charged. Go in you will not be disappointed.”

“Came here on the off chance we could get a quick and tasty meal, I have to say our experience was near perfect, the staff were pleasant and polite, the food was very tasty, we had lasagne and pizza with skinny fries. My lasagne was delicious and my partners Pizza was just as nice, the fries were cooked perfectly, on our way out we had a lovely chat with the gentleman who served us and he was pleasant, polite and made us feel welcome to return. only issue we had was my partner likes her pizza a little bit more cooked/charred but that is not a fault of the chef we forgot to advise. To finish my review I would like to say if you want good food and good value for money you cannot go wrong with this wee restaurant.”

“Awesome service and wonderful owners. Lovely food”

“Amazing cafe with genuine Spanish cuisine. We had two sandwiches, a slice of tortilla, drinks, coffee and dessert and everything tasted great. It was full of other Spanish people, so you can tell it's the real deal. The owner was lovely and it had such a homey atmosphere. Such good value as well. Can't wait to visit their sister restaurant in Tollcross.”

“Ignore the negative reviews. My partner and I had such a lovely experience here. The food was flavoursome, quick to come out, and the waiter was on top form. So so lovely and knowledgeable. ORDER THE SPATCHCOCK CHICKEN. It’s an underdog and better than the lamb - my partner and the waiter agree. Falls off the bone and is so flavourful. Bacon and spring onion mash is unmatched. Get it. Or regret it.”

“It was my first time in Scotland and first Indian restaurant in scotland and I must say that really great food. We asked them to make it Indian spicy and it was worth saying that. All the dishes were delicious. Being served and taken care by their two of the girls and they were very hospitable and good at their work. Highly Recommended”

“My lovely and I went in for dinner and the chef claimed they are famous for the angus lasagna so there we went. Oh my. I believe the chef has created a new religion based on the dish. Spectacular! The service was marvelous and elegant for a small place - big stature. Our first Scottish restaurant meal was sooo memorable.”

“This is a delightful wee cafe, very community centred and part of the beautiful Liberton Kirk which sits across the road ( an aside, the church is worth a visit at any time but is a visual delight in autumn as the leaves of the creeper covering the building turn a fiery red. Gorgeous.) The cafe is manned by cheerful and helpful volunteers and the fresh scones, cakes and biscuits, baked on site, are great. Definitely worth a try if you are passing.”

“Amazing all around! An absolute hidden gem that should not be missed by coffee lovers and foodies alike! I cannot commend enough the owners for the amazing attention to detail, dedication, and craft they show to everything they are selling in their shop. The homemade sandwiches and cakes/desserts are incredibly delicious, bursting with flavour, and just feed the soul! I definitely had the best Basque Cheesecake outside of Spain; totally worth the extra calories! Pair everything up with very tasty coffee, and you definitely have an amazing pit stop to start the day or recharge! Should we return to Edinburgh, we will return without a doubt!”

“I've been to an event at Bridgend Farmhouse and also recently visited the cafe. The space is marvellous and quite welcoming. Food is simple but tasty. Wide range of hot and cold drinks. I'll be back soon!”

“Gem of a cafe under a church where they help people with special needs skills to help them in society. The scones were delicious and very reasonably priced as were the sandwiches. We thoroughly enjoyed our time eating and talking to the staff who were very welcoming. Whilst it's just a brief visit to Edinburgh for us, we'd certainly come back if we're in the area again. Great place!”

“My favourite cafe in Edinburgh! A perfect spot to sit to work or relax with a cake and coffee. Krem Karamel Cafe & More is a brilliant spot to stop by, especially if you're visiting the Royal Botanical Garden. It is a bit on the pricier side but the cakes are amazing and the atmosphere is so cute. It has lots of windows inside which brights the place up and they have lovely menu options along with a plethora of cakes to decide from. Its always hard to pick! They have very cute items for sale too at the back of the shop and at the front they have a little box of creations (earrings and pins) made by a young girl in Istanbul. I love seeing the cafe support a young independant creator, her work is so lovely and was excited to not only bring home a cute set of earrings but also to be able to help her jewelry making endeavors. Her Instagram is pera.craft. The cafe also seem to sell their cakes (if I am not mistaken) to other cafes around Edinburgh- so surely they are one of the best! So if you are looking for the perfect place to stop for a slice of cake and great atmosphere, definitely make the walk to Krem Karamel Cafe & More. (A beautiful walk from city center as well, and you can also take some of the trails around Edinburgh from other spots to find yourself there as well!) Also the bathroom was very clean and large. A good place to spot for a coffee and use the restroom if walking through the city.”

“Lovely place, nice gardens with loads of seating and a lot of toys and stuff for all ages of kids. Cute wee cafe with sell drinks and food at very good price. I recommend a visit :)”

“I often pop into the cafe when I am the area making deliveries. It's a really nice place. It's spotlessly clean, reasonably priced and the staff are very friendly. There's lots of tempting homemade cakes, scones and biscuits on sale. There's plenty of parking available and there are power assisted doors for wheelchair users.”

“Had lunch today, delicious food and lovely choice of cakes. Very friendly staff. This was our first visit but won't our last”

“What a true gem amongst so many similarly looking establishments. Just behind the Usher Hall, perfectly located for a pre-theatre bite to eat. Lovely interior full of Persian motives. Fantastic staff members, knowing what a very good customer service is without being intrusive and overwhelming. Beautifully appointed table with lovely crockery and cutlery. Food looking so delicious you can't wait to start. Everything prepared fresh from good ingredients. No GMO, emulsifiers etc. Just pure not artificially improved food full of fresh herbs, spices and organic toppings. Good wine list. Prices won't brake a bank (by latest standards). Highly recommend!”

“We’re incredibly grateful for the outstanding food you provided for our corporate event! The akara falafel was a real standout—everyone couldn’t stop raving about how delicious it was. The salad bowl was vibrant and fresh, and the lemon sponge cake was hands-down the best I’ve had in ages—perfectly moist and absolutely delightful! The two trays of lemon cake disappeared in no time; it was such a hit that we only wish we had ordered more! A huge thank you to Tosin for making the entire ordering and delivery process so seamless. We’re already looking forward to reaching out again to explore more of the fantastic options on your menu. Warm thanks from all of us at Hymans Robertson!”

“The service was very nice and the chai latte was brilliant. It is a very cute little shack next to a park.”

“Had the breakfast bun and a cappuccino after a long travel. Hit the spot! Absolutely coming back to this gem!”

“An amazing place for coffee, brunch or desserts. The people who run the store are very polite and friendly and most definitely make you feel welcome. The food is well prepared with fresh ingredients and good portions. The value for money is high as for Edinburgh standards , and especially Morgningside , is hard to find anything in this range with this quality. Strongly recommended!”

“Me and my sister popped in for a roll and coffee. Food was so fresh and hot and was absolutely delicious! Lovely staff as well, next time we’re in Edinburgh we’ll definitely be back. Also the new pumpkin spice syrup was lovely ☺️”