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    Lovecrumbs

    4.1 (70 reviews)
    ModerateCoffee & Tea, Bakeries
    Closed 10:30 am - 6:00 pm

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    Mary M.

    The cutest little cafe! Just a hop, jump, and a skip away from both Armchair Books and Edinburgh Books--the perfect place to sit down and cozy up with a new read. Laptop free on the weekends. Def try the sourdough bread you'll be pleased.

    Salted caramel hot chocolate
    Ashley M.

    This place was really cute! It had a very cool vibe about the place. Everyone was very friendly. My partner and I got the salted caramel hot chocolate and it was really nice! My only complaint is it was hard to find. There wasn't a sign up (as far as I saw) so I walked past it a few times. but I'm glad I found it.

    Violet Petal tea and Pistachio Rose cake.
    Sam B.

    I was looking up tea room & cafe local treasures when I came across this place and the photos gave me a strong incentive to come here. I had planned out my day basically according to where I wanted to eat, when I started off at Clarinda's tea room first thing in the morning for a light breakfast (near Hollyrood Palace) before hiking up the pathway adjacent to the path that leads to Arthur's Seat summit (which I did yesterday and did not want to do that one again). After the long hike I figured I had burned off enough energy to be able to have cake, so I made my way over to Lovecrumbs, at one point using Google maps because I couldn't figure out where it was. I even passed it without realizing until I reopened Google maps and it told me to turn around. I finally found the store, only to discover that its CASH ONLY! And of course I didn't have much cash left on me, so I did what any crazy food lover would do and made my way back to my hotel in New Town next to Mark's & Spencer's and exchanged currency there. Now I was finally ready to trek back to Lovecrumbs- that's how dedicated I was to trying it before leaving Edinburgh!!! Got back to Lovecrumbs around 12:40 and with the help & advice from the friendly employee, I ordered a slice of the Rose & Pistachio cake and a cup of Violet Petal tea (the employee let me smell the dry tea and it had a strong but amazing scent!). The cake was pistachio and the frosting between the layers and on top was lightly rose-flavored. Now I normally don't like floral food and drinks but the combination of the flavors and how light the floral-ness was done well here. The cake was a little dry (but so far my experience showed me that all the cakes here are), but overall good. Now on to the best part of my afternoon snack (in lieu of lunch)- the tea was amazing! It was definitely different from the teas I'm used to and was great in a unique but delicious way. So overall a good experience, but again as a reminder to tourists- CASH ONLY! Also, this place really started to get packed as I was finishing up my tea so keep in mind that it does seem to get pretty busy here.

    Naz C.

    Lovecrumbs is the definition of eclectic and tasty coffee/cake house. Located around the corner from the Grassmarket, this location is a haven from the more touristy shops. We ordered at the counter next to the beautiful cakes and retail items then had a seat at the table near the window. We ordered an almond and fig cake, chocolate peanut butter cake and some lattes. The cakes were incredibly moist, large portion, and amazing flavor. Absolutely the best cake that we had in Scotland. It went perfectly with the lattes. The lattes were bold and flavorful. I opted for the cardamom and rose one which was extra tasty. While this location is a bit pricey, it is absolutely worth a stop. With its adorable interior, great food, and friendly service, we had a fantastic afternoon stop at Lovecrumbs.

    Flat white coffee
    Ben W.

    Super cool coffee shop and bakery. The flat white was Delicious and well prepared. The flaky crust of the sausage roll was amazing and tasty. The chocolate crinkle cookie was very rich and best to have with milk or coffee. The sea salt cookie was very salty but still good. Service was top notch.

    latte and bacon jam grilled cheese
    Carlie M.

    What an adorable coffee shop! Loved the atmosphere - very cozy. The barista was very kind and patient with us. We got lattes and a grilled cheese. It was all great!

    Mocha
    Manish C.

    Cute little coffee shop & bakery which was a few minutes away from my hotel in Edinburgh. Limited seating as it was busy when I visited. The service was excellent & both the mocha drink & the pastry (although a bit dry & expensive for the portion) I had hit the spot after an overnight flight from the US. A lot of the other businesses in the immediate area seemed to be closed on the weekend, but glad I stumbled upon Lovecrumbs.

    Velvety rich cappuccino!
    Maggie W.

    You'll never struggle to find a place in Edinburgh to stop for cake and a hot drink - but you could certainly do a lot worse than stumbling in to Lovecrumbs - which is what I did at the start of a busy day at the festival. Far enough from breakfast for me to want something to sustain me through (it's really hard fitting proper meals in between shows!) I opted for a cappuccino and my default carrot cake. Very tasty and obviously fresh cake, well made coffee and everything was brought over to my table (I'm clumsy and prone to spillage so this is a very useful service for me). Both the decor and crockery in Lovecrumbs is mismatched, but not in a try-hard way - it just felt totally chill, like hanging out at a friends house. I didn't even notice you could sit in the window (literally, some cushions and a wee table on the low, wide window ledge) until someone scrambled in, and I was very jealous of their premium seat. I could happily come back here with a good book and a few hours to spare. And seeing as I'm very keen to try their custom hot chocolates (Orange, Chilli & clove sounds too appealing to pass up) I don't think it'll be tooling before you find me there, curled up on their sofa with a dog eared tome.

    Coffee chocolate cake with a soy latte on the side
    Sarah S.

    Great (mildly hipsterish) decor with a wide selection of cakes to choose from (that comes from a cupboard!?) While the space is small there is enough seating to he comfortable, even if my friend and I had to share tables with other customers at one point. They provided soy for their coffees (though we had to pay extra for it) and had really good coffee in general! The prices were affordable and I would like going there again!

    This corner is darling!!
    Sarah A.

    Awwwwww man! Located a few minutes away from Grassmarket, Lovecrumbs has got to be the most darling wee cafe bakery ever! I fell in love the second I stepped in through those old wooden doors! This place is pretty big, has a lot of seating/tables (some are community tables so you'd have to share with other customers) and gives out a very rustic vibe, with the wardrobe cake display, mixed up furniture and upcycled piano to be made into a table! Like an antique shop turned bakery! Be aware that this place gets crowded over the weekend! Anyway, Lovecrumbs has a selection of many interesting and beautifully decorated cakes! I tried the lavender and black pepper cake (I know, what a unique combo!), and it was ... so strange ... but I loved it! It was a funny experience eating something as fragrant as lavender and then biting into a black pepper seed ... wow ... haha that was 3.40quid a slice! I also tried a latte and a hot chocolate. I'm not a big fan of their coffee because it's SOOO strong! They use Steampunk coffee (which I think has a very deep and strong roast) and generally serve double shots. Their hot chocolate was good though! Def would go back for that! But anyway, they're not known for drinks, mostly cakes so just stick to what they're famous for! Hehe Did I mention they have wifi? Yes. It's fast too ;-) Anyway, if I go back to Edinburgh, would definitely be back here to try more of their interesting cakes! There's usually so many, you're just spoiled for choice!

    This is a brownie AND meringue cake. Words cannot express how good it was
    Emily C.

    Eh they have a wardrobe full of cakes!!!! Do you actually need to know any more?!!! Like seriously. A wardrobe. A big giant wooden Narnia-like one. Full. Of. Cakes. Not enough?! Right. I had a chocolate brownie pie, with a meringue top. That's a 3-in-1 cake-style. Pie, brownie, meringue. All together. God help us all. Still wanting more?! You can sit in the window that's kinda like a little nook that's kinda like a little viewing platform on the world outside to eat your cake. Seriously. Go there. I want a Lovecrumbs in Dublin. So. Bad.

    Katrina H.

    This cafe came highly recommended, and happened to be a quick walk from my hotel. Delicious latte and fabulous salted caramel pistachio cake.

    David D.

    I love what they have done with the decor here, stripped it back and revealed some of the beautiful original features of the building. I also love the furnishing and cutlery. You can tell that they put a lot of love and effort into it. If you are lucky you might get the surprise frog mug. I wonder what other delights they have in those cupboards. The selection of cake is amazing and the portions are huge. They seem to be very popular too and I will have to get there earlier than 5.30 PM the next time, I'm desperate to try their raspberry & white chocolate cake and their Vicky sponge. The Carot cake we shared was delicious and the portion massive, perfect for a growing lad with a sweet tooth like me. We also shared a slice of chocolate tart, amazing and highly recommended, perfect with coffee. The coffee here is great, I must remember to ask where it's on my next visit if I can divert my attention from the cakes. The staff are very friendly and passionate about cake. Strong contender for my favourite coffee & cake spot in the city.

    Rosemary, fig and vanilla cake with a peppermint and white chocolate hot chocolate

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    The Edinburgh Larder - Scottish Breakfast

    The Edinburgh Larder

    4.5(347 reviews)
    0.7 miRoyal Mile, Old Town, Newington
    ££

    Wow... this was one of the best breakfast spots on our 2-month trip! We were there in early…read moreSeptember and had to wait only about 5-10 minutes for a table. The food was absolutely delicious! My porridge was so hearty and yummy, I wanted to lick the bowl. My spouse's eggs benedict dish was also fantastic, and you can tell they use very fresh, high quality ingredients. The way they serve the meals in little stainless steel lunch boxes is adorable. My chai tea latte with oat milk was fantastically spicy and not too sweet. The server was friendly, knowledgeable, helpful, and always nearby, so it was easy to ask for our check when we were ready. And the inside of the restaurant had a warm, cozy feel. I would gladly eat every breakfast here the next time we're in Edinburgh!

    This place seems to be very popular and know it. At first glance, it's a cute, cozy, and humble…read morecafe. Everyone there was very nice; service was good. When it came to ordering, I got an Iced Latte and a Buttery Bap. The menu is a bit difficult to decipher, as it was confusing how much or how little can be added to it and at what cost. The menu said I could only pick one filling, but when I asked I was informed that I could pick an unlimited amount. I'm glad I trusted my instinct and went with just two: Veggie Haggis and Tattie Scones. Both of these were truly delicious. However, there was an extra charge for the second filling. Prices for additions are listed at the bottom of the menu as if they were sides you could order separately. On the receipt, I also saw that I was charged 0.50 extra for ice. I don't understand why places charge extra to make an iced drink when overall you're actually getting less of the drink. Overall, everything tasted good and I'm glad I was able to try numerous Scottish classics.

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    Southern Cross Cafe - Chicken ciabotta and chili

    Southern Cross Cafe

    4.3(120 reviews)
    0.6 miOld Town, Royal Mile
    ££

    This was such a cute little coffee shop just off the mile. Clearly they know how to attracts…read morecustomers in with the fresh baked cakes on full displays. Scotland's weather is basically all season daily. You never know what you'll get...lol... Of course the rain started and we happened to be right here. Just to get warm as well, this place seemed very cozy. Inside you feel the warm homey cottage feel. Fresh baked cakes, smell of coffee and tea. They also serve food as well. There's the main dining area along the entrance with the cakes on full display for everyone to see. A small room in the back as well as a loft and downstairs. Of course restrooms are downstairs. All the staff were amazing and very friendly. All so welcoming. The cakes were amazing and paired very well with a coffee or tea. I'm not sure if it's baked in house but the selections they offered, it was amazing. So many too chose from. It's not a crazy big place but the warm cozy feeling right when you walk in was amazing. Friendly smile and anything with fresh baked goods will bring people in.

    This cafe is just steps away from the Milkman and the royal mile. It has lots of seating options:…read moreoutdoor tables perfect for people watching, and 3 floors of indoor tables. The three of us chose a table outside, since the weather was nice. Service was attentive and friendly. As we were there, another party left but forgot one of their bags. An employee ran out after them and returned it. So nice of them! We ordered 2 cappuccinos and 1 latte. I wasn't able to finish my cappuccino because it was quite large and got cold a little quickly. Nevertheless, it was good while I was drinking it. We could see plenty of pastries in the window which looked like they could be tasty, but we didn't try any of them. Finally, there were several individual bathrooms that were clean downstairs and upstairs.

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    Clarinda's Tea Room - I liked the hanging teacups

    Clarinda's Tea Room

    4.3(67 reviews)
    1.0 miRoyal Mile, Old Town
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    **March 2024: Weekday Morning Visit**…read more A couple of things to note -No reservations -Hours: Tues-Fri: 10am-4:30pm; Mon: Closed; Sat/Sun: 9:30am-4:30pm I saw this tearoom featured on a youtubers channel and thought it would be a great breakfast option as Clarinda's is known for their scones and baked goods. I came pretty close to the opening and was able to select my choice for seats. I picked a table near the window for natural lighting. They have a table of a lot of tasty treats and while I didn't get a chance to try them all, I can attest to the scone being very tasty! I ordered the Cream Tea (I think I ordered the Lemon and Elderflower) which comes with a freshly baked homemade scone (I chose a fruit one), and a cup of tea €6.80. I decided to upgrade to a pot of tea (€7.75) and added a bowl of porridge (€5.50) with jam as I usually prefer savory breakfasts. This was more than enough to eat for one, but I just enjoy trying different items - does anyone else have this problem? lol I thoroughly enjoyed my experience here as the ambiance, food and tea were homey and intimate. This would be such a fun place to converse with girlfriends for tea time!

    If you make it down to the bottom of Royal Mile you MUST stop at Clarinda's Tea Room, a small…read morehole-in-the-wall place with so much personality. We had breakfast here on our first day in Edinburgh. It's cozy and the walls are covered with paintings, antique cups, and plates. To be honest the walls are quite chaotic but that's where the personality comes in. We ordered the eggs with toast and the full Scottish breakfast. Food was great, coffee hit the spot, and service was excellent. Even with the chaos they keep the place clean. Also, BEWARE they do not have hot sauce here LOL. I asked the server and she said "No, but it was worth a try to ask" Respect lol. We sat by the window and people watched and awed at the beautiful architecture of Edinburgh. It's a chill spot to rest and refuel. Would love to come back for their afternoon tea!

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    Clarinda's Tea Room - Vegetarian haggis toastie my love. And to think I thought I wouldn't find haggis I could eat in Edinburgh. LOLZ

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    Vegetarian haggis toastie my love. And to think I thought I wouldn't find haggis I could eat in Edinburgh. LOLZ

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