Ok, first of all, if you are looking for this place, it sits within a blue building labelled…read moreGorgeous. Gorgeous is a shop and therapy centre and Hanna Cherries sits within it. It appears pretty busy with lots of people coming and going into different therapy rooms. Just as well the traffic isn't mirrored by demand for tables, at it is small and there are about 4 or 5 tables here. As part of feeding my ongoing cake habit and my need to sniff out anywhere that does GF cake, I headed down to Stockbridge at the weekend. Hanna Cherries prides itself in natural ingredients so many of their offerings can be suitable for vegan and/or gluten free diets. For coffee addicts, this probably isn't the best place for you as only filter coffee is available. A wide range of teas are available as well as hot chocolates and juices. A limited sandwich menu is offered as are soups from Union of Genius. I got a sandwich which for me was basic but this place gets 4* for the cakes. There was a fab range if cakes for vegan and gluten free diets and there were also dairy free options. The carrot and orange cake I had was a decent size wedge and was lovely. I was also tempted by the coffee and walnut and it did take a bit of uhmming and ahh-ing before I finally decided. The interior is lovely - lemon walls, mismatched furniture and also a book exchange if you want to relax with some reading. The service was great too - asked a couple of times if everything was ok but we were left alone to chat without constant interruptions. So, I'll definitely return. I will be back for cake in a heartbeat - home made, great options and gf choices so just fab :-)

Union of Genius soup and fresh bread. Can't get much better than that. The bread had been baked in…read morehouse that morning, I asked what the secret ingredient was and was told by the lovely lady who served us that it was courgette; it keeps it nice and moist, and very tasty too. We accidentally found this place while walking towards Stockbridge and decided to pop in for lunch, We loved it. Ideal place if you are or work in the area looking for somewhere to get some lunch or a bit of afternoon tea. I'm going back soon to try the cakes.

This hit the spot on a rainy cold afternoon in Edinburgh. We especially enjoyed the spiced scones…read moreand clotted cream with earl grey tea. Also, the chocolate cake that looks like a volcano is divine. It's actually more ganache than cake. The other chocolate cake was rather dry and lifeless. The roast beef and horseradish sammies were better than the egg salad.

Cute little place down a close. 2 sweet little ladies greeted us. We had afternoon tea with…read moresandwiches and scones. They were attentive but not bothersome. They had delicious looking desserts in their case but they only take cash so we were unable to add those on to take away.

I think it's also called the Sir Walter Scott Tea Room? We loved our experience!…read more The service was excellent and food delicious.

A quick word of warning, to get to this lovely traditional tea room, you will have to either climb…read moreup a LOT of steep steps or go up in a dodgy old lift. I usually take the stairs because the lift is a bit of a faff and you have to get a staff member to come and operate it for you. Once you get up to the café level, you are met with a charmingly decorated dining room, amazing views across Princes Street Gardens to the High Street and great Scottish food. When we first walked in, the place was quite empty and we were guaranteed a seat because there were only 2 other people dining at the time. As the waitress showed us to our table and gave us our menus, I decided to have a slice of the gorgeous looking red velvet cake and a glass of Irn Bru. While we waited for the food to arrive, I visited the toilets, which were up some more steep steps. (UGH!!!!) This time the steps were spiralling up, which made the journey even more exhausting. However, the toilets were clean and functional with hot water, soap and plenty of paper towels. When I got back, the food had arrived and I tucked in. The cake was very filling and delicious. The cream filling is what made it amazing. The Irn Bru was as traditional as always. The waitress checked back on us after about 5 minutes to see how we were doing and of course, there was nothing but praise back to her. Once we got the bill it was a tad pricey but it was worth it for the first class food, service and surroundings. I was slightly disappointed that we didn't get to sit by the ginormous bay windows overlooking Princes Street but we still had a pretty good view as we were seated in the row of tables behind the window. The stairs put me off going here slightly but that doesn't really matter because I will be back to try one of their delightful looking scones!

This is an adorable little spot! For the price, you certainly get a lot of food. They also let me…read moreswap out sandwiches, which a lot of places are hesitant to do. Everything tasted fresh and homemade, and the service was friendly. The only issue was the cucumber sandwich was covered in so much peppercorn that I couldn't finish it- all I tasted was peppercorn and it actually made me gag. I didn't complain because there's no point in complaining about 1 tiny sandwich. There was a pretty decent list of gin and tonics, as well as an extensive tea list with descriptions to help you decide. Our server knew a lot about the teas and was able to make great recommendations. I found my tea to be a little strange and probably wouldn't order it again (I don't remember what it was), but that's not anyone's fault. All in all, a lovely experience and I definitely would go back.

What a quaint wee tea room!…read more Situated in the centre of the New Town area of Edinburgh, Brown Sugar is just a few streets from the main shopping area, Princes Street, and so it is a convenient place to reach - and it is definitely worth a visit. Brown Sugar is a wee corner cafe overlooking Queen Street, and it would be quite easy to walk straight past this place and not notice it as it is pretty inconspicuous from the outside. I have been here several times for a coffee and a cake and each time I go I wonder why I'm not here more often. The interior of the Cafe is really new and modern, with great chilled out music playing in the background. You always get a wonderful waft of fresh coffee as soon as you enter you shop, and there is something about that smell which completely compels me to buy coffee! There is a counter at the back of the store which sells the most amazing looking home made cakes, such as cheese cake and carrot cake, but my absolute favourite is their chocolate brownie which is in credibly moist and fluffy with huge chunks of chocolate - yummy! Brown Sugar unfortunately comes with the standard New Town prices, so the cakes and drinks are a wee bit more expensive than other cafes in Edinburgh, but the delicious food makes it worth it. If you want to buck the trend and avoid going to the Starbuck's or Costa on every street corner, Brown Sugar is a fantastic alternative.

This is a really nice wee cafe, tucked away by Queen Street, which you would probably never visit…read moreif you are out on a shopping trip. It is thoroughly modern, with a really relaxed feel. This is the sort of place you could come for a coffee on your own and happily sit for hours with a magazine or a book. The staff just leave you to it, and everyone just seems to relaxed. I have been here several times and it's always had the same atmosphere, and I have never seen anyone in here with kids which adds to the peace! The menu is really good, with sandwiches, soups, salads and baked potatoes amongst others, and the cakes are brilliant! I had a lovely toffee sponge cake and like Lauren says, the chocolate brownie is fabulous! Definitely one of the best wee caffs around. Just don't tell too many people, or everyone will want a piece!

Edinburgh has no shortage of places for afternoon tea. After some internet research, we landed on…read morethe Signet Library. If you want a very quiet and peaceful experience, this is for you! If the quality of the bites matter, this is for you! Stepping into the tea room is literally like stepping into a library. Voices are hushed and tables are spaced out widely to allow for a very intimate experience. The savory tray was filled with delectable treats that were all so well made. The sweets tray that followed was equally gorgeous and delicious! You can really tell that they take pride in creating delicate bites that are very well thought out! So tasty! At 69 pounds, the tasting is more expensive than you'll find in some of the restaurants, but the ambiance and experience is very elevated!

The location is perfect- you're on the Royal Mile but tucked away into a quiet space. The building…read moreis still a functioning law library which is so cool! Amazing dining area and bathrooms! We were there in November so there was the most festive decor. They have kindest staff that explained how it worked, the food items, and tea. Yummy tea and you can try as many as you want, no extra charge. They accommodated a dairy allergy so well, my towers looked almost the same as the regular serving. They made easy swaps that tasted so good. The savory was delicious, but the sweets were the highlight! They were so beautifully made and delicious. There was a great variety and so many yummy flavors. This is the best high tea experience I have had (in Edinburgh and everywhere else!) and worth every penny!

Excellent service, best scones on the planet and delicious coffee! My wife and I visit almost…read moreevery day we are in Edinburgh. The soup is always great, the almond croissants are delicious and we never have enough room for the cupcakes...which are their biggest sellers. Can't wait to go back!

Real talk: I do not like cupcakes…read more I know, I know, I'm like the culinary scrooge of Edinburgh. I do not like them in a box. I do not like them with a fox. (Now i'm just meshing childhood villains together... you get my point). I do not like cupcakes. USUALLY. In fact, I don't think I would have wandered into Cuckoos, had it not been for the "distracted by shiny objects" side of my personality. I knew it had great reviews, but it wasn't really on my radar until I saw their display cake and the PRETTIEST cupcakes that ever there were. So I went in and against my better judgement - I bought a cupcake. Real talk revised: I do not like cupcakes UNLESS they're from Cuckoos. Holy heck Batman, that's a fine cupcake! I went with the Sticky Toffee one, because since moving here, I realize that anything Sticky Toffee is going to be damn good and damn good it was. The icing was a bit much for me - i've never been a big icing gal, but everything under that layer was pure joy. Pure. Cupcake. Joy. Not to mention, they are basically a instagrammers dream... if you remember to take a picture before inhaling the thing, the staff are the sweetest and they offer gluten free options, online ordering and the minor detail that won me over: the boxes have individual holes for each cupcake, so when you're balancing two boxes on your way to a 9am meeting, you don't end up with smushed cupcakes upon arrival. They obviously think this stuff through and it shows in everything they do. I'm holding that five star for a sit in experience but overall, this place changed my mind on what I previously thought was overdone trend baking. Definitely worth popping your head in the door.

Lovely tea spread. All sandwiches are delicious and filling. Service was efficient and friendly.read more

After viewing Scottish, Italian, Dutch and French artworks in the gallery above, we relaxed…read moredownstairs at the Contini, The Scottish cafe & restaurant. We ordered The Cullen skink, a meal in itself. Traditional Peterhead smoked haddock with East Lothian potatoes and leeks finished with Graham's family dairy double cream was heavenly. Served with homemade thyme and Isle of Kintyre cheddar soda bread. Had to have the Haggis classic starter with Findlays of Portobello haggis bon bons with pickled turnip and Glengoyne cream. Our lunch concluded with Artisan cheese: Strathdon Blue, Clava Brie, and Errington's Elrick goat cheese with a homemade chutney and Highland crackers. It's Sunday after a late Saturday evening if you know what I mean. No cocktails today. Time for my nap now.

Came for the views, stayed for the food and cocktails! The Dome is a must have on your list for…read moreEdinburgh! We had lunch in the Grill Room and were lucky to snag a table without a reservation! We ordered off the al a carte menu and had great service! I would definitely come back for the afternoon tea service! Deanston malt 12 year Dragon Fruit & Hibiscus Soda Parma Ham Free Range Egg Salad Truffle Parmesan Fries

I alway make an effort to stop here for a meal or even for a drink. Especially during the holidays,…read moreit's all decked out with lights and the massive tree that covers the main bar inside the dining room. Outside is on full display with the columns decked out with Christmas lights. It's beautiful which needs to be seen. You won't miss it when you're in Edinburgh. Even the family tried to get a reservation during the holiday for dinner which wasn't available. People usually book way in advance when it's the holidays. And that's not just for the main dining room. They couldn't even get it for the bar area. Well, it was after the holidays when we walked in asking if there was anything available for a drink. Our luck, the lounge was available. Dining room was still all booked out. It was fine, lounge when you walked in gives you that gentleman smoking lounge vibes. The dark wood, tufted seats and the library wall. Faux I believe which maybe alcohol behind it. Even the bar area was quite nice. As it was the holidays or after, the place was still well into all the decoration. The detail they put into this place is magnificent. The whole aesthetic and atmosphere was amazing. Regardless if you in the main room or one of the lounge, it still worth it. There were loads of people just coming in to take pictures. All the staff were well dressed and presentable. The Dome, an institution of Edinburgh that is worth checking out. For a meal or drinks or even a wander through.

What a great hotel restaurant. We need these in a pinch. Peacock Alley is inside the opulent…read moreWaldorf Astoria in Edinburgh. She's sophisticated and elegant with her rich teal decor. The atmosphere of Peacock Alley is reminiscent of a bygone era. Her clock is beautiful. I tried the burrata salad. The dish was light and zesty. A perfect quick dinner for me.

Absolutely gorgeous. A beautiful ambience amazing drinks and David, who works the front entry, I…read morereal was so delightful and charming. Thank you so much for a wonderful time.