Amazing place. I am very big coffee drinker and I really am picky of what coffee I drink and this place aced everything I love about coffee. They roast coffee at the place, which makes coffee as fresh as you could ever get. Secondly they know how to prepare perfect flat white, so I got all I need from a coffee - rich ,freshly roasted, coffee, prepared with love and caring. Atmosphere in shop is amazing, staff friendly, is as good as it gets. read more

'Twas lovely to visit the original Scottish Artisan Roast after frequenting the Glasgow one for ages. It's not much different in decor, and the coffee is similarly excellent, though I don't think this AR does food as I didn't see any being eaten or vein advertised, and the daily soups are my favourite part of the Glasgow branch. The staff were excellent though, from their chat whilst making the coffee to the actual coffee itself, these guys know what they're doing. I didn't head into the back where there's a big seating area as I was only getting a coffee to go, but it looked nice and cosy and was relatively busy, so you can tell it's a popular place. Some of the best coffee you'll get your hands on! read more

NOTE: If you're an American and drink cappuccinos from Blue Bottle, Stumptown, Intelligentsia, etc. you need to order Flat Whites in the UK to get the same drink you are used to having. This place is definitely worth a visit. They have an old school hand pump espresso machine that produces excellent shots. All drinks are served with a full double shot (as it should be). The interior is super funky. There is no traditional service counter. You just open the door and there is the machine on an old table against the wall. The staff was helpful and polite. We had 2 flat whites and they were the best in Edinburgh. The pear tart and almond croissant are good options for food. read more

"Oh I'm sorry. I was looking for the coffee shop but I appear to have walked into your mid-renovation house by mistake. But seeing as I'm here how about you make me a coffee?" I'm not much of a coffee drinker but what I had here (a latte as I'm a southern softy) was very good. Be aware that this sort of coffee shop is like hipster crack so you may see a few of them lurking around the joint, be careful you don't trip over a super-long knitted scarf. So the coffee is great but the seating is terrible. My friend and I were in the "Mooch", or whatever it's called, but didn't hang around after our coffee and brownie (which was also very good) and went elsewhere instead. There are loads of powerpoints but I couldn't see an anything about WiFi. They also have a surf (like, the sea, and that) club if you're into that sort of thing. read more

Located in the bargain bucket Notting Hill of Broughton Street, Artisan Roast is one of the standouts. It doesn't look it at first, with the overdone and outdated Arabic / Moroccan theme failing to score any charm points, but the standard of coffee really is second to none. A decent cappuccino is practically impossible to find in the UK. The froth at the top and the coffee below never seem to come together properly, resulting in one or two passable mouthfuls before it descends into little more than an over-milky tasteless mess, with a pile of froth (the best part) stuck at the bottom when you've finished. That's not the case here, not by a long shot. Till the very last sip, their cappuccino is a creamy, fuzzy concoction of caffeine-laden perfection, and worth far more than the reasonable asking price. I've never actually tried anything else in here, but that's worth five stars alone. read more

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Gorgeous wee coffee shop served by friendly cool staff. Artisan roast is simply perfect for a quick stop or to sit in and inhale their amazing aromas of freshly brewing coffee. It's quirky interior is shabby chic and makes you feel very relaxed - perfect to chill out. They have a great selection of pastries and croissants to satisfy sweet cravings, today I just had my favourite flat white to take away. Creamy, delicious, smooth and served at the perfect drinking temperature. Happy days:) read more

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I've wanted to come in here for ages, but I think I'm always around Broughton Street at the wrong time of day to catch it during opening hours. Basically, what I mean is, I know Broughton Street better by night and use it for its alcoholic offerings more often that not, rather than its fine coffee. So I finally made it here one Sunday, as I'd heard the coffee was very specialist and carefully picked and fantastic. There are two areas you can sit down in, one being the small front section that faces out onto Broughton Street, and the bit where the coffee barista person makes the coffee in this little space that joins up with the main café. It doesn't have that usual separation and boundary between customers and employees, it's all open and you're all in each other's space, but I think that gives Artisan Roast that nice, chilled vibe where you feel like you're drinking coffee at a friend's house. You can also go and sit in a section called The Mooch at the back, which has some hanging cafetiere décor going on and coffee sacks on the walls. It's set up in quite a communal way, so that I reckon if it got quite busy and you were in a friendly mood you'd probably end up chatting to the person next to you, as you're pretty much slouching around in comfy seating in what feels like someone's living room. Anyway, the coffee definitely was fantastic. I had two Americanos, which I drank far too quickly, so I then spoke to the friendly coffee dude who recommended some coffee beans for me to take away. He definitely knew what he was talking about, which was reassuring. The coffee beans are roasted on site, so if you're a coffee drinker of any dedication level, I would make the effort to get in here and buy a bag of beans to take home and sample. read more

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Thought I would visit this place after pressure from friends that could not believe I have not been there!! To be fair they were right, what a great flat white. I'm no coffe expert but I know when I enjoy something and I defiantly will be going back I just live the laid back atmosphere it was just right up my street. If you have not been here stop wasting time just go you will not regret it. read more

On my first trip to Edinburgh, many moons ago, I stayed with a friend who was living in Leith. 'You have to come to this coffee place' he said eagerly, every. damn. day. It was the festival and we were far too busy with the glitz and glamour of The Fringe to indulge him. Until our very last day that is, when we fell to our knees and begged forgiveness for not going believing him and going with him sooner. The small artisan coffee shop charmed us with it's comfy back room, complete with battleship (there goes my afternoon!), cozy seating and lights in teacups! Since then I've popped in here the odd time when I'm on that side of town and I'm always happy with the service, the coffee and the atmosphere of this place. It is definitely a hidden (coffee-shaped) gem in Edinburgh. My personal favourite is not one the coffees but the amazing hot chocolate (I'll get me coat). PS My friend still brings it up when we won't go somewhere with him 'But remember I was right about Artisan Roast?!' pssshhhh, you get lucky one time! read more

After many months of being told that I simply had to, had to go and get my coffee at Artisan Roast, I finally ended up here. And HOT DAYUMN, that is me some good coffee! Look, I'm a self-professed coffee snob and I've been known to send back a coffee if it simply wasn't good enough. But this macchiato, it had me in tears, it was so dark and strong and sexy, I wanted to cuddle with it. And judging by the clientele, that would've been entirely acceptable. I've got nothing but good things to say about their coffee, the machine is cleaned regularly (yes, you can taste the difference, if it's a metallic taste, it's no good!) and the crema was perfect. (Meaning that the pressure and the roast of the beans were exquisite as well.) Funniest thing, as our second round of lattes arrived at the table, me and my friend both were staring at them for a good five minutes, mesmerised. Just because they were so ... strangely beautiful. (Remember that plastic bag in American Beauty ....?) Now for the venue, I would like a wee bit more effort put into the decor. It's not that I don't like it, it's just, a little bit more effort would go a long way. By that I mean, can I get some comfy seating up in here! I agree with Jenny as far as the seats go, I'm a cushy-plushy-seat-lover myself, (preferably with a bag of cookies and a good book) so I did start to feel my back after a while, but to be fair, I hung around for a good three hours. Oh and open up a shop three times as big please, thank you, and I'd never leave. Has anyone noticed by the way, that the hipsters are multiplying? One of the befuddled hipsters (spot on there Jason M.) had a most extraordinary moustache going on. 'T was grand (and curly). I'll always have feelings for you Artisan Roast, promise, always. I might not always be faithful to you, but you sure as hell brought sexy back. read more

My check in rudely interrupted me and posted after one word. What it meant to say was....feels like you're in you're own front room. Great service, a charming little spot. read more

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Best coffee in Edinburgh? We found Artisan Roast through yelp reviews, and were seriously glad we did. Coming from Melbourne, this felt like a little piece of home. Single origin, bean selection, excellent and technical baristas (including a few from from New Zealand and Australia). The premises would feel right at home in Brunswick (especially on the couches in the Mooch), and the staff are friendly and knowledgable. I started my mornings with a double macchiato, followed by a flat white - both excellent. Edinburgh is a beautiful city, it's great to discover that you can also get beautiful coffee close to the city centre. read more

One of the bartenders at the Conan Doyle suggested my mom and I check out Artisan Roast for breakfast and I am happy we did! There is a warm "fireplace" in the back room that made the perfect cozy atmosphere to enjoy an artfully crafted cappuccino and almond croissant! read more

My love affair with coffee is rocky. If I am honest, tea is my normal preference, but if you give me a good coffee, then the thought of the leaf goes out the window. It rarely happens though. But there is something about the whole process of making coffee that doesn't exist so much in the tea world. The grinding of the coffee in the first place, bringing forth the aroma of roasted beans. The brewing of the coffee (Is it called brewing? Answers on a post card please). The presentation in broad bowl cups, no matter what size of coffee you drink. I had the opportunity to attend a private event at Artisan Roast last night - what a fantastic experience! I learned what a flat white was - and understand now why people rave about this particular type of coffee. The owner and staff are all passionate about coffee - the words coffee porn were bandied around at one point and you know it was meant whole heartedly. And you can't argue, when you are given a coffee with a beautiful piece of art on top (including playboy bunnies) with beautifully creamy milk poured through thick, rich espresso. It sets a standard that the fast food megabrands of the coffee world can't hope to beat. It reminds you why people get so passionate about this drink, when it is fully realised and at it's best. Thanks Artisan Roast, for reminding me why I have a love of coffee. read more

If you ever find yourself craving a good cupof the black stuff whilst in the city of alleys, cobbles stones, and kilts, be sure to go here! The ambience is a bit hectic, but that's only due to it's small size and large customer base. You may have difficulty finding an available seat, but I'd say it's worth the wait. Gorgeously rustic decor, delicious cakes, and sensational coffee You'd have difficulty finding a more hipster place than this read more

As I had one of my best friends, and fellow coffee enthusiast coming to visit me in my lovely new 'home' I decided it was of the upmost importance that I find somewhere that has truly tasty coffee to take her to, in the hope it will convince her to come back to visit often. Having heard of Artisan Roast I had a little look on the internet and decided it was the chosen one. So we headed there on a Saturday afternoon, and it was fairly quiet. She ordered her Macchiato, and I saw a lovely looking home made carrot cake, so I ordered a slice, and a cappuccino. I find that way of ordering/paying a little confusing, but we took a seat in the comfy seating out the back - using cafetieres for lights - i LOVED the idea! So once our coffees arrived, my honest first impression of my double shot cappuccino - that is awfully small! But....... it is not all about quantity. I expected it to be good, but it surpassed what I had imagined, just the right balance of coffee and milk, and no silly chocolate on the top, they totally let the coffee do the talking, and I loved it. And the obligatory cake - delicious, moist and the cream cheese topping was just sweet enough. Love this place, and the little plaque on the wall as you leave - JK Rowling did not write here. Brilliant. read more

Good java, but there's a strange ambiance sitting in the back. Also, it's weird there's no counter. There, I said it! read more

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50 reviews and an average of 4.5 says it all really. And I could (I'm tempted to) find fault. But why? I once asked a very honest friend what his favourite film was and he said it was, "Statistically, Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves". Stastically, Artisan Roast is probably my favourite cafe in Edinburgh. Like it or lump it, it's the one I go to most (although it's a tad trendier than RH: PoT). Why only 4 stars? It's not the most comfortable of places. It can be socially awkward if your table or bench neighbours aren't all in for the sharing spirit and for being reasonable about it. Better wifi arrangements would help. I do NOT think it deserves the accolade of best cafe in the UK or whatever, but that's not Artisan's fault; it doesn't really claim this, in words or spirit. It's not an arrogant place. It's a low-key, independent, cheap(-ish) and cheerful cafe that serves beautiful coffee and usually plays decent music. That's all. read more

Hanging cafetieres as lights, cushions made of coffee bean sacks and a humorously named 'Mooch' and 'Roasting Den' as the venue for such quirky features, The Artisan Roast certainly looks like a coffee enthusiast's heaven. But where the Artisan Roast keeps its main foothold is the coffee. The skilled baristas will give you a worthy demonstration in how to make a cup of the delicious brown stuff. There's a range of daily roasts on offer with detailed descriptions too, and if served within a cafetiere they go to the lengths of supplying an hourglass to ensure you plunge the filter at the right time! Excellent stuff. I ordered the Ampola, of which was a delicate feast of nutty, rich flavours. An absolute must for the coffee lover. read more

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I never knew I was into coffee, until I tasted a cup from here. Wow. It's a victim of its own success for me though, once I've had a cup I don't want anything else. The atmosphere is really relaxed and really comfortable. Although there aren't many places to sit, it's nice to just walk around and chill out. It's definitely worth a look. read more

There really is nothing better than a nice cup of coffee, and the flat white that Artisan Roast serve is the best in the world. Absolutely without question. The Moroccan inspired décor is a lovely atmosphere to chill out in, with a good book and a cup of the good stuff, I was practically in heaven. I was too shy to venture into the other coffees because I felt I didn't know enough about them to ask for them, daft I know, but I am a bit daft sometimes. I'll definitely try something different next time anyway, and the beauty of Artisan Roast is that you can try a new taste each time you visit. read more

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I just wish I liked coffee so I could appreciate the cuppa's here that all the other reviewers have been raving about. It would just be wasted on me though, as after a couple of sips I feel tipsy and start babbling on and on as if I've just knocked back about 10 vodka cokes. I don't know what it is, I just can't handle coffee, you can't take me anywhere, really. Seeing as Artisan Roast really is about the coffees it feels as though I'm not experiencing at it's best. I did, however, appreciate the great cup of tea that I went for, but I really felt like I should got a coffee. I can't remember the name of the coffee that my friend opted for but it had a chai taste through it and she is always banging on about how good it was. The decor is great, really chilled out, it feels like you're in someone's funky living room. The staff are so friendly here and unlike some other coffee shops, you never feel under any pressure to leave as soon as you've drank your beverage or feel obliged to buy 10 more cups just for the sake of it. read more

This place had been on my radar for a long time and finally I had an excuse and some time to drop it. Small, cosy, simple and inviting interior makes you want to stay for a while, which I was only happy to do. AR takes their coffee seriously, something I had heard and am glad to see was not just an expression of sale. Ordered my usual benchmarking cappuccino, and as expected was presented with a small, perfectly formed cup of rich, flavourful and dark elixir topped with a good strong foam topping. I find it rare to stay in one place for more than one coffee, preferring to move onto a new place or finally stop procrastinating on whatever it is I used coffee as an excuse to get out of, here I made an exception. The second cup I had with one of their well reviewed cinnamon bun, with my coffee companion opting for some other cake offering which apparently went down as well. I shall be back! read more

This is such a nice cozy place with sofas, view of the garden, relaxed atmosphere and great coffee. If you want to forget about everything and just chat with your friends and enjoy what is arguably the best coffee in Edinburgh, visit Artisan Roast. read more

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The best coffee I've tasted so far! I'd read the reviews for Artisan Roast on Qype and decided to pay a visit on a trip to Edinburgh - my husband and I were not disappointed! As another reviewer mentioned, it's no cafe. Although some reviewers mentioned food, I did not see any around. But the coffee really is amazing, as is the coffee drinking experience. As you walk into Artisan Roast, you are enveloped in the delicious aroma of freshly roasted coffee beans and the sight of the funky coffee roaster. With no counters acting as barriers between staff and customers, it's a unique atmosphere. The staff are friendly and help you to choose the right coffee if you're not sure what you're after (there's just so much variety!) and you can buy coffee beans or freshly ground espresso too. read more

If you are passionate about coffee, get to Artisan Roast now. I wouldn't recommend Artisan Roast for lunch or a snack. It's not particularly comfortable, and the food is definitely an afterthought. Luckily, Artisan Roast isn't meant to a place to relax and enjoy a leisurely lunch. It's all about the coffee. The coffee selection is amazing, and as well as buying a fresh drink, you can also get bags of beans to take home as well. I love the macchiato, it has just the right amount of bitterness and intensity, matched with the creaminess of the steamed milk. If my morning commute could pass Artisan Roast, I'd be very happy indeed. read more

Only been once ... for a gig by the brilliant Little Comets ... but could really see what others see in this place. Would definitely go again. read more

The BEST coffee in Edinburgh. Bar none. Go and try it, just go! And, they are supplying a host of other independent cafes in Edinburgh and beyond too, and training the staff there, so you can get an Artisan Roast even if you are not on Broughton Street. Look out for cafes advertising their beans. Happy days. read more

Cool little cafe. Nice decor and brilliant coffee. My friend had a hot chocolate and loved it too. There's no WiFi if your hoping to do a bit of work there but maybe that's the plan. read more

Artisan Roast serves fabulous coffee and some of the best I've had (beaten by coffee in Italy, of course). A walk down broughton street would find any coffee lover come under it's spell as the inhouse roasted beans means Artisan smells gorgeous, though a little overbearing for non coffee lovers, but then why would they climb the steps to enter in the first place? Staff here are helpful, even to inquisitive types like me and everything is perfect. Coffee and not snacks is certainly the order of the day, but you'd be hard pressed to find better coffee in the city. Ess read more

Best coffee in Edinburgh by a long way served in a cosy, informal setting. They do their own roasting in-house which is a real treat for the senses if you time your visit right. Also sell several varieties of beans for you to take home. read more

Locally roasted awesome coffee. They care about coffee here, have awesome equipment (Mirage Veloce pull) and skills to match. read more

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First of all, I am a massive fan of this place - the coffee, the ambience, the baristas and their AMAZING FACIAL HAIR (beards and extravagant moustaches are the order of the day here), the coffee, the coffee... However, for me at least, what I love most about this place is how much they really care about coffee and the customer experience. For example, they heat the milk up to a certain temperature (55 - 60c?) just so that the coffee, when it is served to you, is at its optimum tastiness. What, what, WHAT?!? For me, that is the reason why these guys deserve 5 (badger) stars - it's because they care. Winner. read more

I've enjoyed a few coffees here in the three days I've been in town. The baristas are all excellent and the manual-ish machine takes extra care and expertise. Everyone I talked to was very laid back and approachable. Seating is in the front area or on some padded bank seats in a small back room. Macchiato is done more like an old school dab of foam rather than the mini-cap style. They also have a piccolo if you prefer it like that. read more

I love coffee. Especially one made in Italy; these dudes really know how to make it there. Up until I've discovered Artisan, I thought that nothing can amaze me more than a cup of good Italian espresso. But I was wrong. This is the best coffee I've had in my life. Seriously. If you are a coffee addict and fan, try it. It's going to blow your mind. read more

This tiny place is all about the coffee and I've never found another place to come near it. They take incredible care over the beans, purchasing and roasting them in-house and getting them just right. They also have baristas who know what they're about, and who genuinely love what they're doing. There is nothing pretentious or upscale here, just a sincere (and astonishingly good) boho-style cafe. They also do nice tea and boo-ya hot chocolate (the cocoa courtesy of the almost equally awesome Coco of Bruntsfield across town). In fair candor, I'll ding them a tiny bit for not having wi-fi (de rigeur these days, IMO), and for having a rather narrow range of tasty things to go with. But even that leaves them comfortably in 5-star territory. Fun trivia note: Artisan Roast supplies their beans to a number of local businesses, including the much larger Beanscene chain, and one of their guys also trains Beanscene's baristas. read more

Went here for the first time yesterday. The amazing smell of coffee hits you when you walk in. It's very informal and laid back with cushions and draped fabric from the roof, and the lights are randomly made from cafetieres and other coffee related products! The coffee was definitely worth the visit and I will be back. We did ask for cold milk and the person forgot, however my bf actually enjoyed the coffee black as it was so nice so we didn't bother saying. read more

I love this cafe, it is so different. For starters there is no counter between you and the staff so you just kind of wander over to them at the coffee machine and tell them what you want, or sit down in the very cosy backroom which has a nice fire going in winter. The coffee is just amazing, they roast it themselves and im very happy to see more and more cafes stocking their coffee around the city. you can also buy a bag of ground roast to bring home. Hooray for Artisan Roast! read more

Coffee here is really good - I just got an americano there an hour ago. The service was fast and friendly, and the decor is very hipster (there was no bar to order from, which was a bit confusing as I couldn't tell who I was supposed to talk to in order to get a coffee). The main downside for me is that there's no wifi (apparently someone had joked that they were too hipster for wifi!). read more