Tucked down Dundas Street, Fika is a light-filled New Town sanctuary serving standout cinnamon rolls and rotating bakes. Safe, calm, and blissfully detached from city centre noise, it provides the ideal independent stop for quiet coffee and pastry.
Review: Toastology – A Toasted Sandwich Bar in Stockbridge
A busy spot on Deanhaugh St, Toastology elevates the humble toastie to an art form. Try the Pulled Ham “Stockbridge Stack” or a rich hot chocolate. Ideally suited for takeaway due to popularity. A delicious, if slightly pricey, lunch treat.
Review: Brown’s of Leith, the Shore
Despite the premium prices and the challenge of snagging a table, this warehouse conversion impresses with its intelligent layout, effective heating, and high-quality food and drink options.
Waverley Station’s Costa Coffee reopens (and it’s great news for early commuters!)
Great news for Edinburgh commuters. The Waverley Station Costa has reopened with a fresh new look, baked pastries, and is now serving coffee from 5:15am.
Review: Sweet October, a cafe in Leith
We’ve found a real labour of love in Leith! Sweet October is a humble cafe with a huge heart, offering some of the best sandwiches in Edinburgh. Freshly made, inventive, and delicious – this place is a definite recommended stop.
Review: Rama Coffee, a cafe in Inverleith
Located on Inverleith Row, Rama Coffee offers a selection of excellent coffees from local roaster Machina, baked goods, and popular sandwiches in a bright and comfortable setting.
Coffee Christmas 2024: Costa versus Caffe Nero’s crackers
I drink a lot of coffee and try to drink locally at places like Coffee Tepuy, but I have a Costa Coffee and a Caffe Nero loyalty app on my phone.
Review: Pier House, a coffee house and seafood restaurant by Newhaven Harbour
A newly opened surf-and-turf/coffee house combo that opens early and closes late, looks gorgeous, and serves generous portions.