Small cafe in Grassmarket - quaint, super friendly and healthy. The avocado toast with feta and just that dash of balsamic hit the spot for breakfast my first morning in Edinburgh. We were out before the crowds so the cafe was busy but not overwhelmed. The right amount of avocado to be filling and feta just added that touch of salt without making it too salty. I love a good balsamic w/my avocado toast and love even more when I don't need to ask for it. The Betty Ford was delicious. A bright spot in what was starting out as a dreary day. Fresh fruit with the brightness of the citrus, nothing added to enhance the flavors letting the fruit stand out w/no annoying smoothie base. The only thing to note is that they will split the check at the register but are not keen on it. Overall, def would make this a regular stop as part of my Edinburgh eating locales read more

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Healthy food with great service! Small little cafe. I do recommend the best granola I've ever tasted!

I will always grab an acai bowl in any city I visit. These bowls were good but not great. I'm glad they were available but they were nothing spectacular. The service was good enough. The cafe was cute with some good music and free wifi. I wouldn't rush here but I would go again if in the area and in need of a quick and easy meal. read more

I was so excited to revisit Hula, knowing that they were an oasis of healthy eating options, but both the quantity and quality have changed over the years. The service is a little less friendly. The space feels a little less inviting. Maybe the blame is on me: they now seem to prioritize reservations and I wasn't expecting that because they didn't used to (and, according to their website, the Grassmarket is supposed to be for walk-ins only, but when we arrived the first question they asked was whether we had a reservation - confusing, right?). I also ordered the same thing as I did the first time: avocado toast, an iced Americano, and a Sunshine In A Cup smoothie. All three were de-saturated versions of what I first experienced (and I have photos from then and now to compare, so I know it's not just in my memory): the avocado toast was a smaller, flimsier piece of bread topped with a much thinner spread of avocado; the iced Americano was more water than espresso; the smoothie was mostly orange juice (when it's supposed to be frozen mango, peach, pineapple, and orange juice blended). Hula used to have delicious sweets/desserts too (like wedges of vegan Snickers pie), but it seems they've done away with that. Or, maybe they haven't. Maybe I came on an off day. But this definitely wasn't the place I remembered loving. I'll come back the next time I'm in Edinburgh, but I'll probably opt for Click & Collect, and I'll definitely order something completely different. read more

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Loved this place so much that we went back the very next day! Service is outstanding and food was prepared perfectly! Wow! read more

After traveling around the UK for weeks, your stomach is likely to be feeling heavy from all of the chips, steak pies, fried fish, and beer. I was thrilled to find this fresh breakfast spot that offered tons of healthy, light, and pure options. It hit the spot so much so that we came back two days in a row. The avocado toast is the best I've ever had. There was a tomato compote on the base, then avocado, then some great seasoning. You can choose to add a protein on top or on the side. The juices and smoothies were delicious too and I loved that you could top them off with a supplement as well. The cafe interior is tropical and beautiful, and was filled with students from the university. Our servers were nice and quick as well. A total gem! read more

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We seek out healthy smoothies whenever we travel because it helps balance out "vacation eating" that tends to be a little more indulgent than usual. Hula Juice Cafe fit the bill. They have a nice selection of healthy drinks and snacks. The store is cute and has seating inside and outside. Service was a bit slow but was friendly. read more

My wife had decent oatmeal and blueberries with honey with a side of poached eggs with hard and small toast. They didn't have decaf coffee for her and the decaf "Americano" (with espresso) was bitter. I had poached eggs Benedict (because there were no omelettes on the menu), which came with fatty bacon, button mushrooms and hollandaise sauce, and was otherwise enjoyable, but the toast, like my wife's, seemed edible but stale. My latte was okay, but Starbucks makes them much better. Nice ambience and helpful service. I'd go back to try their banana pancakes and something fruity. We got one of the last deuces inside and, when we were done, even the outdoor tables were all taken. It's a relatively small restaurant. read more

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very close to Edinburgh Castle - this is by far the best breakfast I had in Edinburgh, fresh, healthy and full of flavour! you must try their chorizo hash and their acai bowl! read more

A colleague and I came here for lunch on a Tuesday afternoon. The space is super cute with a tropical vibe from the palm leave decors and coconut cups. This is a very healthy spot, especially amongst all the heavy food you will find in Scotland. I was a bit excited to finally have something healthier to eat as I settled for the regular Poke Bowl (£7.95) with added Avo Mash (£2.95). Unfortunately, the poke bowl was not that great in taste nor value. It came with two slices of salmon over a bed of grainy white rice that did not seem cooked thoroughly at all. The bowl also only contained a few pieces of kale, cucumber slices, and radishes. Thankfully I added the avocado mash or else the bowl would've been even more sad. I did like the chunkiness of the avocado mash topped with spices for good texture and flavor, which was the only good part of the entire bowl. It was not the most satisfying meal, especially with the uncooked and soggy rice. Maybe better luck with the other dishes. Note: 10% off with Yelp check-in though! read more

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10/10 this place was absolutely amazing, very accommodating. The guy that is there is an absolute sweetheart and is very passionate about this restaurant. Pesto sandwich was fire and so was the smoothie read more

We ate here everyday in Edinburgh. The lattes are amazing, the smoothies and juices were delicious, but the hot dish were even better. The service was so sweet, the place was always packed, just be prepared to wait for your order and to pay your bill. read more

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A nice little "hole in the wall" very close to the Castle. Great juices, avocado toast but not a fan of their granola (stale) and yogurt (very sugary). Limited choices but good and fast / friendly service, Overall a healthy choice to try for sure. read more

Hula was the perfect little breakfast spot in Edinburgh. We wanted a quick breakfast and a smoothie, so we came here. I tried the porridge (needed more honey) but the cinnamon was good. I asked for more though because after eating half, it was getting bland. My boyfriend got the salmon open face sandwich. It had a lot of ingredients on it and it seemed full of flavor. Price was reasonable for the quality of dish I though. The green smoothie I got was delicious. Ambiance was so cute too. Jungle themed in there with cute coconuts for silverware on the tables. I loved it. I definitely recommend if you are visiting Edinburgh and want a breakfast that won't disappoint! read more

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Perfect hangover food if you believe in detox-redox. My poke bowl had top grade Scottish smoked salmon. His chicken pesto arugula wrap was very tasty. The carrot soup and ginger jack juice were full of nutrition. And our food arrived 5 minutes after we ordered it, so we don't delay our visit to the Castle. Good choice! read more

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After some heavy meals this was such a perfect way to start the mornings in Edinburgh. We came here back to back mornings as this place really was a welcomed change. The healthy smoothie and açaí bowls were so delicious and nutritious. The maca nana bowl may honestly be one of my favorite smoothie bowls of ALL TIME! The mix of vanilla, bananas, maca and almond milk is such a delicious base and then top it with blueberries, granola and the ever crave worthy peanut butter, this is complete happiness! Wowza! So happy this place was steps from our hotel! read more

The food was delicious, the service was great, the decor was fun, the location was central, and, while tho bathroom was tiny, it was the cleanest I saw outside of a 5 star hotel within a week of traveling inside Scotland. Highly recommended! read more

Best Avocado Toast I have EVER HAD! We searched Edinburgh for a healthy breakfast and so glad we found this place. Its variety of healthy options was seriously impressive, and I would have ordered multiple things. So good in fact that we came 2 days in a row. Smoothies and Avocado Toast is the winner here for me. read more

Came here twice on our visit to Edinburgh, the hummus sandwich was delicious! We also had açaí bowls for breakfast that were great. Coffee could have been better however. Didn't get a chance to try any of their yummy desserts but they looked good!! read more

This was a cute spot my friend and I hit twice within our 3 day stay in Edinburgh. The ambiance was great and the place seemed clean enough. It is lively and will get busy very quickly! Note that they have extra seating in the back. We tried the avocado toast, several smoothies, and the acai bowl. The bowl was kind of small and our smoothies weren't as cold as I would have liked, but they were okay. The avocado toast was yummy - the chili/tomato paste they use as a base was a much-needed addition. I wish they would use more of it. They give a very generous amount of avocado. The second time it was almost an unreasonable amount of avocado for the size of the toasts . Perhaps order an extra piece of toast if you want an easier time eating it. The only thing I wish the avo toast featured was a unique garnish that would zest it up. Maybe some spicy pickled onions or some lime. read more

Hula Juice Cafe - Avocado toast - Juice Bars & Smoothies Near Me - Edinburgh, EDH

Very good food, super busy on Saturday's but was expected. Our table seemed to be shoved into the entry way and was a little crowded with people going in and out. read more

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I love everything on offer here and want to try everything from the detoxifying smoothie, to the immunity boosting smoothie just after I try this Betty ford! I feel healthier already, think I might just treat myself to a delicious piece of chocolate brownie! Well done me! Will never be away from hula in the summer! read more

It was my first vegan place I visited in EDI. The service was great. For some people can be new that service is seating you. You can pay by card (no Apple Pay). I didn't wait for seat but I saw that some people were waiting for free seats for couple of minutes. I had Cinnamon Latte, ginger tea and Açaí Bowl. Latte was made from coconut milk and was delisious! Açaí bowl was perfect (recommend for warmer days, it is really cold). Prices are normal from my point of view for UK. Highly recommend! read more

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Love their juices and pastries so good! And we had breakfast and was awesome! Brought my kids too and they loved it!

I came here back in the spring and they have a wholeee lot of awesome options! (I wanted to eat the whole menu!) I tried ordering their avocado toast, but unfortunately, they didn't have that at the time--no matter though, because everything else on their menu looks amazing! I've had their acai bowl (vegan + gluten-free, with a blend of acai, banana, strawberries, blueberries + coconut milk and topped with toasted coconut shavings, chia seeds, blueberries, cacao nibs, gluten-free granola + banana slices), and also their sriracha chicken wrap, which I took along with me to a hike up Arthur's Seat. Their Sunshine In A Cup smoothie (also vegan + gluten-free) has mangoes, peaches, pineapples, and oranges in it. :] Definitely was an awesome way to start the day! I have no idea how I managed to miss the fact that they have poke bowls here, because I would've jumped on that otherwise! *-* The juice bar has a very casual and friendly vibe, not unlike the cafes in Hawai'i where I got my acai bowls the year before! They're open every day from 8am-6pm, and are an awesome place to check out for breakfast, lunch, or a snack! Indoor + outdoor seating available! :] read more

the biscoff latte quite literally brought me back to life, yes I mean literally, no I'm not being facetious wrap was good but forgettable (i forgot which it was so) read more

Great place for breakfast or lunch--especially if you're looking for something light and healthy. They probably have the best avocado toast I've ever had. It was served on sourdough toast and had a subtle kick. Wouldn't necessarily recommend the açaí bowl. Bonus: Checking in seems to get you 10% off! read more

Cute place, food was only decent. We got the potato and leek soup, sriracha chicken wrap, and peanut chicken bowl as well as two juices. The juices were good, the food was overall flavorless but not bad. Service was quick. Overall appreciated the relative affordability compared to other places and cute ambiance. read more

i loved the atmosphere!! i had very good açaí and my best-friend loved her avocado toast. we both had delicious iced lattes and our server was so nice!! definitely will come back next time i'm in edinburgh!! read more

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I really wanted to love this place, but its going to be a hard pass for me. I ordered the vegan poke bowl and was beyond disappointed. I certainly wasn't expecting a huge portion, but the bowl came with three tiny pieces of tofu, 1/2 kale leaf, and this super spicy seasoning powder that failed to add flavor to the dish. It just wasn't good. The good thing is, their menu is pretty big. I am sure there are a number of great items, their vegan poke bowl just isn't one of them. read more

The new refurbishment is lovely! More importantly the food honestly keeps getting better, and things like the the coconut bowls are such lovely touches. The raw, vegan & gluten free cakes are so consistently delicious, and easy on the conscience. Even my friend who doesn't normally eat at more health based cafes was sceptical but loved the granary toast. The only thing I personally would like is more of a cross over time between breakfast and lunch options, or even all day breakfast options! Though, that's probably a logistical nightmare, so understand the lack of avo toast in afternoons! It's lovely to see Hula so busy all the time, seems to be super popular and rightly so! read more

Hula Juice Cafe - Acai bowl, avo toast, turmeric latte & green tea! - Juice Bars & Smoothies Near Me - Edinburgh, EDH

Hula is one of those spots I frequent after i've been binge eating junk food. It's literally impossible not to feel healthy here - from the quirky patio furniture to the tea towels on the walls and astroturf at the front, you basically lose three pounds just walking in the door* (*results may vary). I frequent this place most when i'm feeling a wee bit homesick. It's a little snippet of my yoga crazy, green juice chugging, home town tucked away in the Grassmarket. Like most brilliant health conscious places - they make you feel good about eating cream cheese. I'm serious, you will feel like a million bucks for choosing that smoked salmon and cream cheese bagel. Is it the healthiest thing on the menu? Heck no. But you're also having a peppermint tea and a green juice, so that cancels out any harm caused by your full fat dairy indulgence: science. This theory works with most of their menu. Delicious, healthy options with a heck ton of cheese - often melted. God bless you Hula. Don't get me wrong, if you want to go the true blue health route, it has you covered as well. From heart healthy salads to house made soup - you can find a decent meal here with or without cheese cheating. Bonus points for gluten free options. It also boasts the best juice selection i've found thus far in Edinburgh and *drum roll please* - they carry green juice! Add a scoop of frozen yogurt and have a double lunch! Hula will continue to be my go-to when I want to feel hip, healthy and/or need a quirky spot to host a lunch meeting. My only complaint? I wish they had better wifi. This gal needs to internet gush 24/7. read more

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Hula has been a go-to spot for me in Edinburgh for ages now and I'm very ashamed to see I never reviewed it. Until now! Hula is such a lovely place and with their recent refurb, it really is an oasis - lush, green, tropical and bright - it's very welcoming and relaxing. We grabbed a seat out the back (this area didn't used to be there, did it?) and were pleased to see they have table service. I had a mint tea (properly brewed with actual mint leaves) and a piece of carrot cake which was just divine. While the wifi out the back isn't amazing, I didn't let that spoil my visit. I can't wait to come back to properly try out the food! Note: they have customer loos and lots of seating, but it does get really busy as the place is very popular! read more

Hula Juice Cafe - Carrot cake and mint tea - Juice Bars & Smoothies Near Me - Edinburgh, EDH

Hula hits the spot! This was my second visit to Hula, and it was just as impressive as the first. On a warm, sunny beautiful day in Edinburgh my esteemed colleague and I popped in for a healthful lunch. I had the Mexican hot wrap (tuna, avocado, veggies) and the house salad (bleu cheese, walnuts, apples)...GORGEOUS. Simply wonderful, and just what I had wanted. Followed with a delicious smoothie (hold the banana!) with rasperries, strawberries, blueberries and an antioxidant booster for good measure I felt a wee spring in my step as I exited. The staff are ever-so-lovely and unfailingly helpful. The place is a rainbow of colors and offerings, many items gluten-free, veggie-friendly, etc. Their listings of juices, smoothies, boosters and concoctions must be unparalleled! ALL THE JUICE. ALL THE FRUITS. ALL THE VEGGIES. (And some cakes, for good measure, of course!) A must-stop in Edinburgh, will not disappoint . *free wifi (easy connection, passwords on tables!) *many outside tables in good weather, great location on a beautiful, bustling street. read more

Managed to nab a seat during lunchtime rush on a busy Saturday in the city. Although small the cafe has a nice amount of seating and doesn't feel too crowded even when full which is nice. Myself and my lunch date were both feeling something light so opted for salads: the watermelon olive and feta for myself and fig and prosciutto for my mum. These we accompanied with a Popeyes and oscars smoothie respectively. The juices came quickly and were both delicious, light and nutritious. The salads soon followed and lived up to expectations. The watermelon salad was bursting with fresh juicy watermelon, balanced with salty feta and topped with a sweet dressing and seed mix. While the smoothies were expensive at 4 pounds for a regular size you can't really expect anything else for fresh juice? I would recommend Hula for anyone looking for a light fresh lunch and intend on coming back ASAP to sample the extensive breakfast menu! read more

Hula Juice Cafe - Watermelon olive and feta salad on bottom, fig and prosciutto salad on top, Popeyes and Oscars juices in the middle. - Juice Bars & Smoothies Near Me - Edinburgh, EDH

This is a really nice place, the avocado toast is really good, I wish they added eggs. The ginger tea wasn't flavorful. The orange Juice was good but they served it in plastic whit plastic straws, I was expecting something more sustentable. read more

Delicious and healthy! Wonderful smoothies and bowls! Super friendly staff and a lovely outdoor seating area. After eating heavy Scottish food, we were craving light, healthy, green meals, and this fit the bill. Came twice in our three days in Edinburgh. read more

Hula is the perfect place to eat if you're trying to be healthy. It's casual and friendly so great for a catch up. They do a great selection of juices and smoothies. I especially like the hot juices, they give you the warmth of a coffee with out the caffeine. If you're looking for a boost then the hot apple pie has ginger and cinnamon so will keep you going through the afternoon. They have a variable selection of cakes, some days they run out by late afternoon so check on the way in. The wifi is also free and a good speed so it's a good location to work from too. read more

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I was quite impressed with this place - even though at first I thought 'oh no, it's cramped and full of tourists' - not seeing the large room to the back with loads of space to chillax! But we were actually looking to work on our laptops so chillaxing wasn't the number 1 agenda item and with on and off wifi it was very much perfect for the heavy brainstorming we had in mind as opposed to internet heavy donkey work! Great selection of cakes (the carrot and caramel brownie were great) and coffee was tasty. I didn't venture into juice land but seemed pretty good in terms of selection. Good stuff! read more

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My husband and I came here for breakfast while on holiday in Edinburgh. We ordered a smoothie, caffe latte, porridge with cinnamon, and fruit bowl (yogurt. Granola, and fruit), all of which was extremely delicious, and came to about £15. It has a comfortable seating area with a cool artist atmosphere, and the employees were all very friendly and efficient as well. Would recommend for anyone looking for a delicious, healthy stop a few minutes from the Castle. read more

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