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Review: Edinburgh Street Food (ESF), a neon-lit haven at the Omni

November 24, 2025 by Andrew Girdwood Leave a Comment

A vibrant addition to the East End, ESF offers a slick mix-and-match dining experience. It is open late and ideal for the Playhouse crowd. While slightly pricier due to surcharges, the convenience and atmosphere make it a must-visit.

The Best Places to Get Ice Cream in Edinburgh

January 29, 2024 by Andrew Girdwood Leave a Comment

Girdy has been to many but not all of Edinburgh’s best ice cream shops and gelato parlours, and all in the selfless quest to guide hungry people to delicious frozen treats.

Review: SoftCore, an ice cream and dessert parlour at ESF

January 28, 2024 by Andrew Girdwood Leave a Comment

SoftCore offers delicious warm cookies and artisanal ice cream at fair prices, with generous hours and from the thumping beat of Edinburgh Street Food’s busy city centre location. Want to perk up any ESF meal? Add SoftCore.

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