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    Himalaya Shop

    4.5 (25 reviews)
    InexpensiveArts & Crafts, Cafes
    Closed 10:30 am - 6:00 pm

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    What's the vibe?
    Good for groups
    Outdoor seating
    Good for kids

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    Jonny L.

    Walking down South Clerk st. you may just stumble upon this often ignored little Tibetan crafts and tea shop. The Himalaya Shop (still sometimes known as Himalaya Art and Craft) is shop specilising in Tibetan clothes, craft and other bits and bobs. At the back of the shop is a small cafe serving a range of teas and some simple snacks. Here they sometimes show films as well as hosting live music. It's a small space but its cosy and they make the most of it. The Himalaya shop supports the Free Tibet group and other charities. It also functions as a meeting place for like minded groups and those wanting to savour the atmosphere of Tibet and Northern India. The owners are friendly and chatty. I got the impression they ran this shop because they felt they were doing something good with it. This gives the place a genuine feel. I was welcomed in and introduced the shop. Before long I was being served some spiced chai and chatting to the man sitting at the opposite table (there are only two large tables). A really interesting and unique shop.

    Rezzi I.

    This little shop/café seems to be a jack of all trades! I've always admired the beautiful jewellery in the display windows, which it turns out are traditional hand made Tibetan pieces. There is also a little sitting area, called the Tea Room in the rear of the shop. It's run by volunteers, and with its fundraising efforts, Himalaya definitely reminds me of another more "organic" hang out, the Forest Café! They also offer yoga classes, and sell several books, some on the theme of spirituality and Buddhism. It's definitely worth a visit, and a refreshing change from some of the other stores around it, which can seem monotonous after a while.

    Alex C.

    This exporter of Tibetan arts and crafts is one of Edinburgh's independent store gems. As well as selling great little ethnic-naks, Himalaya houses a cute tea shop, with some amazing herbal teas. Walking in, it is apparent that the shop has a very indie feel to it, with scarves and multi coloured hats, bags and accessories adorning the walls. To add to this, it is also a charity shop, raising money for Tibet, which I think most people would agree is a worthy cause. The shop is similar to many of those Asian stores you can find dotted around selling pashminas, but the quality is much better, and it has a much more varied stock. They sell cool alternate jewellery, very hippy-ish but at the same time fashionable. The bracelets and necklaces are really good, and for the ladies there is a good selection of earrings. They also have bags and other accessories and weirdly yoga sessions at affordable prices. The tea shop is awesome as well, selling some amazing types of chai. There is a really chilled out (almost stoner-esque but a bit more productive) atmosphere, and many people end up chatting to each other without knowing who they are, there is a good community feel. The staff are good fun and the prices are cheap. Definitely one of the best cafés around and you are helping out a good cause so well worth a visit

    Em C.

    The Himalayan shop is so amazing. Chilled out with a family friendly atmosphere, the staff are unbelievably accomodating and very friendly. They make you feel at home as your browse the Himalayan jewellery and hats in the shop, and chat away to you as you sit in the cafe. The cafe is particularly awesome. I tried some of their chai tea which was lovingly made by a girl who was relatively new to the cafe. She had moved to Scotland for a few months from Estonia so we had an interesting chat about uni and life in general. She was very passionate about making me the perfect cup of chai tea - I wasn't brave enough to try the chilli in it this time but it had enough of a kick to wake me up. As much as their cushioned tea room was inviting, with the lovely smell of soup wafting out from the pot and with their wooden seats littered with colourful cushions, I had to go. I had some serious reviewing business to attend to. But I promised the girl that I would return to give her a verdict on the tea, which I am now about to do - it was terrific! Spicy and comforting, I drank every drop. I will go back to this shop/tea room for sure - very unique and utterly delightful!

    Tasty spicy wrap
    Suzy G.

    Rushing out the door with 2 minutes to catch a bus that will get you to your lecture with only 5 minutes to spare is a pretty good excuse for leaving your healthy packed lunch on the kitchen table. But, there's no excuse for settling for a bad/unhealthy lunch when you have the super handy Yelp App at your disposal. I was pretty near starving when my lecture ended at 2pm. I don't spend much time in the Newington area so wasn't sure where to eat - but the lightbulb went off and I pressed the 'Nearby' button on my Yelp App. SCORE!! Himalaya Shop and Cafe was just across the street! This has been on my to-do list for ages so off I went. For some reason I stopped at the Cash Machine - which was a good thing as Himalaya is cash only. The front is the cafe with colourful, tactile tablecloths and nic-naks that certainly set the mood. The shop is in the back, however, the sale items also serve as table decorations. It was cool to have something to look at while waiting to be served, but I sat on my own at a 4 person table and only had just enough space! One of the reasons I wanted to go to Himalaya was to try the famous Chai tea. Rumour has it that theirs is the best! So, I sat down, flipped the menu to the hot bev list and was in for a shock. There was a Chai Latte listed with the coffees and then a whole separate Chai Section with like 7 or 8 options! I then looked at the food and saw that nearly every item was made up of all my favorite ingredients: spinach, falafel, chickpeas, sundried tomatoes, peppers, olives - how do I choose?? There seemed to be just one waitress - who was also looking after the shop in the back. Most of the tables (just about 8) were occupied and there were a couple people in the shop but she made her rounds and effortlessly saw to everyone. When she came to take my order, I explained my chai dilemma. I wanted their famous Chai but which one was it? She explained that the Masala Chai was the most popular - a little spicy but milder than the Super Masala which had chillies. Since I decided to have the spicy falafel wrap I thought it best not to get the spicy chai. During my short wait I checked out the incense and Tibetan goods on my table and recognized many items from the shop the Tibetan Monks set up during the Fringe. It took all my restraint to resist the temptation to have a go at the singing bowl and amused myself with sniffing incense instead. And with eavesdropping. It seemed there were a lot of other first timers and the waitress expertly guided them through the menu, discussing her favourite dishes. So, even if the menu seems a bit foreign - don't be afraid to ask for help. My food arrived pretty quickly and it all looked fresh, tasty and plentiful. I could smell the spices from my chai before it even reached the table. A nice touch was that I was offered honey or sugar - always honey in tea for me. Steam was pouring off it, and I usually prefer my tea closer to room temp but I couldn't resist a taste. Woah! The first sip nearly blew my head off! I make pure ginger infusions at home with a good 2 inches of fresh ginger but the other spices must have contributed to the head blowingness. After the initial shock, I could taste all the other spices. I gave it a few minutes to cool - which I think also allowed the spices to blend and the next sip was divine. Still enough kick the clear out my nasal passages and tingle my throat but in a good way. A really good way. If you ever have a cold, flu, sinus infection, allergies...... head here for a chai and you'll soon be cured. My wrap was equally good. Deeply stuffed with soft falafel, sun dried tomatoes, olives and a gently spiced sauce. The fresh crunchy mixed salad helped cool everything down. This is food that is good for the body and ethics that are good for the soul. ps. some of the reviews I've read led me to think this was a veggie cafe and although 80% of the menu is, there are a few items with meat.

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    Charming decor with bright colors and handmade Himalaya textiles. Wonderful tea menu with about 20 options. Very vegetarian friendly.

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    Review Highlights - Himalaya Shop

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    Sugar Daddy's Cafe - Amazing selection of goodies, all gluten and or dairy free

    Sugar Daddy's Cafe

    4.8(5 reviews)
    0.5 miMarchmont

    A new second location for Sugar Daddy's Gluten Free bakery. They have dairy free options too. Well…read moreworth stopping by for lunch or a coffee and cake!

    We have three kids with EXTREME anaphylactic shock reactions to Wheat, Dairy, Egg, and Nuts. When…read morewe are on the road, we assume that there will be no baked treats and. Or many options for eating out. While that's the case we always look online. While in Edinburgh, we saw the website for Sugar Daddy and thought about stopping in if we happened by. While driving, we saw their smaller shop, quite by chance and so I double parked while my wife ran in to check things out. She was impressed by how diligently they worked to prevent any cross contamination of the different items... so she grabbed a sampling of products (4 or 5 of them actually) and she and the kids divided each of them in four to taste test them. Well everyone was BLOWN away by how tasty everything was! Our intent was to possibly come in the next day and grab more of what we liked... IF we liked anything. Our intent was to possibly come in the next day and grab more of what we liked... IF we liked anything. We didn't think they'd like EVERYTHING! That night after doing our sight seeing, we were SUPER bummed when Google told us that Sugar Daddy's was closed on Monday and Tuesday (Monday was our last day in town) and wouldn't be open again until Wednesday. We left for the Scottish Highlands, and while visiting Loch Ness she and the kids were lamenting about their missed opportunity to partake in more of Sugar Daddy's baked goods. They were so disappointed that I decided to alter our travel plans and to divert our route and drive an hour out of our way to hit Edinburgh SOLELY for the purpose of visiting Sugar Daddy's again. We swung through Edinburgh and visited the larger location... met the owner who explained the passion that he and his wife have for baking, and for "doing it right"! This passion translated into the variety of products they bake on site as well as those that they carry because they acknowledge that there are other artisans that can produce some superior products to their ability. They bring in loaves or bread and naan bread, and bake all the sweets. My wife and kids proceeded to by over $75 worth of sweets (donuts, cupcakes, brownies and cookie sandwiches) which they had tried before as well as loaves of bread, and multiple packs of naan bread based on the owner's endorsement of them. Unlike my wife and kids, I can eat anything... and do! And I have a sweet tooth like no other, and will frequent a variety of bakers wherever I go. Based on their enthusiasm, I decided to order a pumpkin cookie sandwich (pumpkin cookies with sweet frosting in the center). I didn't ask for one of each of the other things for myself, because frankly, I was a bit skeptical. Let me tell you that cookie sandwich compared to ANY product I've eaten at a gourmet patisserie or restaurant! Over the past three days, it's been my turn to lament as I have watched them eating those incredible sweets each day as we come back from sightseeing and going to shows in London. We can't recommend Sugar Daddy's enough... and have a standing offer to open up a franchise in VA! We LOVE Sugar Daddy's.. oh and by the way... the Roseneath location is open every day!

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    The Treehouse - Porridge with berries, honey, and cinnamon along with an eggs and bacon roll.

    The Treehouse

    4.4(28 reviews)
    0.9 miBruntsfield, The Meadows
    £

    Cute little cafe that opened earlier than 10. We very much liked the bright atmosphere. The staff…read morewas super friendly. Best of all, they were accommodating our vegan preference. We loved the porridge with oat/soy milk. The latte was fantastic.

    This review is unfortunately very delayed but I wanted to take the time to leave one! I studied…read moreabroad in Edinburgh during the Fall of 2023. During my first week, I didn't have a UK cell phone plan so I could only look up things when I had internet or see things with my own eyes whilst walking! I was dying for some food a couple of days after arriving and looked up cafes with lunch that were near where I was staying -- that's how I discovered The Treehouse (little did I know I would end up passing it many times while walking!). Despite having an idea of what I would order, I read the menu upon arriving. My American myself was unsure of the names of some ingredients, since they differ from the names used in the US, but the cashier was kind enough to help me figure everything out! I ended up opting for a mozzarella panini with rocket (arugula) and tomato. It came with a little salad on the side and I ordered an Irn-Bru to drink. I took it to-go and really enjoyed everything that I got! I ended up coming back a couple of more times for food for myself and with friends since it was so conveniently located. Overall, I enjoyed my experiences at The Treehouse and it will hold a little place in my heart for being one of the first places I went to after arriving to study abroad :) definitely recommend!

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    The Treehouse - Wonderful breakfast.

    Wonderful breakfast.

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    Vincent Cafe - Vincent Cafe

    Vincent Cafe

    4.0(4 reviews)
    0.3 miNewington

    No joke, I am sitting here in Vincent cafe right now using their internet to write this review…read more Currently one of the staff is discussing/arguing with an elderly gentleman (who can't hear or understand her very well) about how he cannot sit at the 4-person table that is available. This isn't the first time it has happened. I have only been at this cafe for a little over an hour and the staff have told no less than 4 different people, including myself, that they were not allowed to sit at the 4 person table if they were just a single or couple and to save it for larger parties. Well, I understand that but each of the people they have told have already sat down at the table, gotten comfortable, had their drinks and were chatting. I mean, really? Is it that important? And they only have one 4-person table and then about 8-10 2-person tables, so it's kind of their own fault for setting it up that way in their shop. Especially when all the tables are crammed together so tight, its no wonder why 2 people would want to sit at the 4-person table. Also, I was using the internet there to do some work and every time the staff walked by they eyed my drink, waiting for me to finish it. Then the second I was finished they inquired if I would like anything else. I told them no thank you and then they cleared my cup. After that point I felt like I had overstayed my welcome because apparently their only goal here is to have a bunch of empty tables, so if they get a rush of some sort, then all the 30 people that come in at one time will be able to sit down... Instead they just seem to be scaring out the customers. I was really upset by this because I live nearby and was genuinely hoping that it would be a good place to work at since I work from home and like to pop into cafes for the change of scenery. Unfortunately this was a bad experience. I mean, perhaps their food is good as the other reviewer states, but I didn't try any of it, just had tea, which you can't really mess up on. So if you want to stop in, I recommend you get it to go and not to sit in.

    Vincent Cafe is a beautiful place to sit and have breakfast/lunch or just a quick snack or cup of…read moretea. I couldn't believe the prices and I was shocked when the total for a bowl of soup and a cup of tea was only £2! Unbelievable and the soup was absolutely delicious. I sat right at the back and there's a large window that let in the beautiful sunshine that made my visit all the more pleasant. The woman who served me was lovely and the atmosphere here is great ensuring that I will definitely be back. As I looked through the menu I noticed that it wasn't only my soup and tea that were a bargain. Baked potatoes are only £2.50, a full breakfast is only £3.30 and if you go between 3-4 you're in time for Happy Hour when you can get a sandwich and a drink for only £2.50! What a bargain. Vincent Cafe is delightful, friendly staff, beautifully decorated, excellent food at amazing prices and I highly recommend it!

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    Meadowlark Cafe 39 - Sunshine in a glass!

    Meadowlark Cafe 39

    3.8(6 reviews)
    0.4 miThe Meadows, Marchmont
    ££

    No, but you don't understand, it isn't LIKE that, guys. It isn't snooty. It isn't scene. In fact,…read moreif you didn't know that everything here was good and virtuous, that whatever your dietary requirements you are probably guaranteed to find it catered for, you wouldn't realise that that was the whole point. Sure, there's gluten free stuff, vegan stuff, dairy free stuff, juice cleanses, organic boosters, aaaaaaall that jazz. But it doesn't feel preachy or superior - it's just... really nice. Wooden tables, big front window in a leafy street in Marchmont just beside the Meadows, lots of light and space, and a mighty fine looking lemon tart I want to go back and try. Yep, it's a winner. Maybe they could do with a couple more comfy places to sit, perhaps, as one of my lasting memories is of "quite hard". However, my carrot, orange and celery juice was a super-refreshing start to a day that would later contain, from another establishment, two coffees in a row and the world's largest slice of red velvet cake, and yet I felt healthy all day because of the juice. Maybe that's the only danger here: the ability to fool yourself your diet is JUST FINE because you feel so good from just the smallest Meadowlarking of a morning.

    While visiting Scotland I was really happy to find Meadowlark Cafe! It's right near the beautiful…read moremeadows park and is a nice and quiet place to come and do some work for a bit (especially with free wifi) while sipping on a juice. I especially loved their juices (I got the greenest one on the menu), and smoothies. I also had their soup a few days in a row and it was equally delicious (tomato, a lentil soup, and a tomato and leak soup). Their chai tea is also worth a try. Super friendly staff, great space, and a bunch of options for vegan/vegetarians. A bit pricy, but the food is good!

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    Meadowlark Cafe 39 - Fresh green juice! Mmm!!

    Fresh green juice! Mmm!!

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    Layzee Latte - Layzee Latte

    Layzee Latte

    3.9(8 reviews)
    0.5 miMarchmont

    I bought my lunch here about a week ago and I thought it was decent, value for money food with…read morequality service. Admittedly, I should have had one of their trademark lattes, but I just wasn't in the mood for coffee. The decor inside feels relaxed and stylish and the staff are friendly. The 'layzee' part of the name refers to the chilled out atmosphere, rather than a poor standard of service. I went for a cheese, ahm and tomato sandwich (wasn't on the menu, but made it up for me anyway) and a can of coke, which came to only £3 altogether. I thought this was a great deal and the bread was tasty along with decent quality ham, cheese and fresh tomato. I'd certainly come here again as it's a great coffee shop which offers nice, quicm service and brilliant food.

    Having sprung up out of literally no-where, Lazy Latte's is making a reputation for itself among…read morethe locals and students of the Newington area it serves. Firstly, I have tasted them, and the Lattes are great - but maybe Lazy Lattes should have been named Not So LAzy LAttes, as this little cafe has a huge range of things to offer from sandwiches to soups and salads - all of which can be taken out or enjoyed in the tiny sitting area for customers. The cost of all this? Well not much, as regular teas and coffe can set you back around a pound - but the infamous Lattes aroun £1.50. A tiny amount compared to the chain coffee shops.

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    Layzee Latte - Lazy Latte

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    Lazy Latte

    Himalaya Shop - artsandcrafts - Updated May 2026

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