Still loving everything about this coffee shop! If I were local, this would be my go-to haunt (as…read moreit is, whenever I'm in Edinburgh, I take the train just to come here and then walk the beach). The large interior has an industrial vibe while still feeling warm and welcoming, the courtyard outside is a perfect place to enjoy some sunshine (the upstairs is only open on the weekend). Get a cold brew or an iced latte or an iced Americano with oat milk - it's so good! They also have a few bakery items, including a vegan banana bread that is DELICIOUS (one of the best I've ever had). It's a thick, moist slab loaded with nuts and dried cranberries maybe? There's just something "more" to it that makes it special. I recently bought beans (flavor notes of "jammy" and "honey"; it's SO GOOD), and it seems like I can reuse the canister for a discounted refill the next time I'm here! I believe they even grind them if you want. They also have some really cool merch (tote bags [I own], beanies, shirts, etc). #CoffeeAndSocialSolidarity

We were recommended this spot by our Airbnb hosts and just happened to stumble upon it and remember…read morethe rec. We came to North Berwick from Edinburgh for the day via a very easy 30 min train ride. Steampunk is located in the back of a building on the main street of North Berwick. It is sparsely decorated but the theme seems to be related to bicycles. We stopped in for midday iced lattes and a snack. The lattes were good and I appreciate their to go cups and straws are all paper based. The granola bar we grabbed did not impress me at face value but wow was it delicious. Like chewy granola with some cinnamon added in. It was the perfect sweet pairing to the latte. There is plenty of indoor and outdoor seating here.

Gorgeous sea views, friendly staff, yummy baked goods, and coffee, and delicious breakfast foods!read more

Drift opened a wee while ago just off the road leading to North Berwick, but it's taken me up until…read morenow to pay a visit. It is evidently popular, as we arrived just after opening time and the place was almost full, The menu is a little limited, with just a couple of artisan-style coffees on offer, as well as tea and hot chocolate. There is also a small breakfast/lunch menu available too. I had the French toast and it was pretty good, but a little dry, and was more simply "toast" as it lacked powdered sugar and syrup like French toast typically has. To drink I had a latte which was what you would expect for this sort of establishment in terms of quality and taste. I liked the whole concept and style of the cafe with the aesthetic of it being built into old shipping containers, but I don't feel like it really lived up to the good reports I'd heard from family and friends. It is a good coffee shop, but it wasn't really what I was expecting, and I wouldn't really say it's worth trekking all the way out just to go to when there are perfectly good cafes within North Berwick itself such as Steampunk.

Such a solid spot for breakfast near the landmarks of the city! The food was so good and the staff…read morewere nice! We are extremely satisfied with our options and may come back again another morning. Highly recommend asking for the latte design if you have one in mind as my other friend got a plant/lavender stick. The vibes in the cafe on a Saturday morning were vibey and chill. Highly recommend!

Great choices of food. Tasty food. Nice staff. Clean. Bathroom clean. Wish there were more places…read morelike this throughout Scotland and England!

Wonderful cafe tucked away in off the main road…read more This place came highly recommend from our local host, so I was very excited to try! The staff were incredibly kind and made us travelers feel very welcomed. The breakfast and coffee were very tasty! I was a big fan of the eggs Benedict. Additionally, loved how cozy this place was. A perfect place to stop before getting the day started. I'd love to come back one day!

Awesome veggie toast here. Just wow. Heaping plate of mushrooms and spinach with perfectly cooked…read moreeggs and nicely buttered toast along with avocado and halloumi. The perfect start to a long weekend day of activity. The coffees and teas were also great and the staff so hospitable and helpful.

When in the wintery mix of Scottish winter, find your way to Preachers…read more They serve no nonsense really good real food - coffee, sausage rolls and sandwiches. Good quality ingredients and friendly service make for a top notch coffee stop in the heart of Edinburgh.

3.5 stars. On our…read moreway to lunch, a bright blue storefront caught my eye. It was Preacher's Patisserie, which means I'm having dessert before lunch because I'm not passing up a local bakery that sells Cherry Bakewell. This one was triangular shaped, a bit dense, & not as jammy as I like, but the almond & cherry flavors came through nicely. I regret not picking up another pastry or two & that I can only judge them based on one item that wasn't spectacular. Still, glad I gave 'em a go! Sidenote: I could've save my Cherry Bakewell for *after* I ate lunch, but where's the fun in that?

An awkward shaped space but don't let that distract you from the tasty offerings. I had a pour over…read morethat was so good and the fresh pastries were dee-lish. I'd highly recommend popping in for their coffee and treats.

Stellar bakery and coffee spot near our Airbnb. Due to proximity, I went a few times. It's a small…read moreplace with no seating so just grab & go. Bread and pastries are fresh baked daily and displayed beautifully in the window. I got the pan au chocolate and a latte both times. Great place to stop in for a quick bite and caffeine hit in the morning on the way to work or a more substantial breakfast.

Much more of an elevated selection of baked goods than a regular café. Can definitely tell they're…read morea bakery too. Everything I had left quite a nice impression with me. Sausage Roll: A very meaty sausage roll. Like it's mostly sausage, with a bit of dough around it. The sausage itself had veggies and herbs in the mix. Perfect if you want a big meal for breakfast. Cheese Scone: Subtle and mild cheesy. I didn't have any butter on hand, but imagine that would make this even better. Twice Baked Blackcurrant & Pistachio Croissant: Loved that there was a nice jam spread in the middle of the croissant. The twice-baking meant it wasn't as airy/flaky as once-baked croissant, but that is easily overlooked since the blackcurrant makes up for it. Frangipane Bar: A really great take on a dessert bar. Perfect if you love marzipan, but don't want to eat one of those weird brightly shaped candies. I liked this so much, I'm gonna look up how to make this at home.

If I am walking down Dundas Street I can't resist the opportunity to pop into Archipelago and grab…read morea loaf. They usually have something unusual and a bit special. Sourdoughs, ryes, and classic bloomers. The staff have always been friendly and happy to talk through their breads. They don't always have huge quantities so if it's late in the day it might be slim pickings, but it's worth a check if your passing by. It's also a nice little cafe selling soups/salads/sandwiches and cakes. I've only ever had their bread but I'd consider it for a bite to eat if I was in the area. It doesn't take card unfortunately which is a shame as I rarely have cash. It's not the cheapest loaf but it seems in line with most artisanal bakeries. I think it's worth it and any time I've gotten bread here it has been rather quickly polished off.

Changing locations soon but offer gluten free, vegetarian and vegan options which they tweet and…read moreshare on facebook. Mainly take away and open till around 3pm each day as all products are freshly made on the premises each day. Had gf bread from here, straight out the oven. It was small but tasty and lasted a couple of days. Soup options commonly offered too so popular for the lunchtime crowd.