Did a walking tour of the history of Edinburgh with little Fish Tours which I highly reconnect!…read moreSonia was an awesome tour guides Worked up an appetite and this soup and sandwich place was recommended. Wow! Really was impressed with this establishment! So delicious, so many choices, Vegan, organic, gluten free! Many choices of chili, soups and sandwiches. They even roast their own coffee beans and have hot chocolate with organic cacao. I highly recommend this Restuarant

Delicious bowl of soup on a cold and rainy day. We made it in just before they closed for afternoon…read moreand were so thankful.

This wee café came to my attention through twitter (they followed me, I decided I needed to visit =…read moreso simple!). Even though I'm a south sider, I don't really visit this area very often so I don't know what it replaced but it's a lovely, cosy space - couches, tables, lots of space and very bright inside. I was warmly welcomed and shown the menu and told what was available today. I was there in the afternoon which meant they'd sold out of quite a bit of stuff - but that shows they're popular and making stuff fresh, which is great! I ended up ordering the full breakfast (£4.95) and asked for the black pudding and beans to be left off. It didn't take long (even though it was freshly cooked) and was a generous plate of food. I loved the roasted tomatoes, bacon and sausage which were all lovely. I don't really like scrambled egg but overall it was a tasty breakfast which was just the afternoon perk I needed. I stayed for a while doing some work and they kindly offered me their wifi code which was nice. The owners are really lovely folk who really want to make their customers comfortable and well looked after which I appreciated. As the name says, there is a huge range of cakes too but I didn't try any on this visit. I'll be back soon though as I want to try their soup!

Finally got round to "sitting in" and boy was it worth it. Great playlist- I'll forgive them the…read moreVan Morrison and Fleetwood Mac for the Creedence Clearwater Revival and Cream. The day's soups were spinach and lentil, and chorizo and tomato which was more of a stew. The spinach and lentil was delicious, rib sticking thick and tasty,tasty. My chicken salad sandwich on thick wholemeal contained proper roast chicken. The accompanying side salad had a balsamic dressing and included ribbons of carrot along with the usual ingredients. I usually view coleslaw in cafes with suspicion as they are often sour and vinegary and come straight out of a catering pack. This coleslaw was made on the premises tasting of fresh veg and creamy mayonnaise. Regulars popped in and out, on first name terms with the soup man and cake lady confirming this wee cafe's role in the community. Oh and the coffee was great as well.

Thank goodness for Pret. After days and days of eating an excessive amount of fried foods and…read morecarbohydrates, I usually hit a wall where I just need something reliable and fresh. And the Pret on Hanover St is my go-to for a big, cheap salad fix. I always get the same thing: Humous & Falafel Mezze Salad. It comes with four sweet potato falafel balls, a dollop of humous, a sprinkle of pomegranate seeds, a scoop of brown rice topped with fresh mint and parsley, a little pickled cabbage slaw, sliced cucumbers, and fresh greens served with a side of sesamey/lemony dressing. Yum! It holds up well if you're transporting it to the beach via train, or across the city to store in your fridge for later. The staff here is pretty no-nonsense. The queue can be really confusing, people milling about in front of the counter who aren't actually ready to check out, so - if you want to be in and out quickly - just make eye contact with one of the employees and they usually nod you over to get you and your takeaway out ASAP. It's a pretty high traffic spot, so don't expect ultimate cleanliness on/around the tables.

This was our go to in the mornings when we visited this past week. They had amazing coffee and…read moreyogurt. The staff was super nice and the place was extremely clean. Very happy and recommend for a quick bite

We went here for some food last Saturday and I hate to admit that I was quite disappointed. The…read morecups of tea were tiny, cinnamon bun dry - only the soup was very good (courgette, pea?). I'd love to try out their bagels/paninis but wouldn't come back for a coffee (even though their cups are insanely cute).

This place still does it for me. Great soups (usually 3-4 options per day), served up with a slice…read moreof bread that you'd have to dislocate your jaw to be able to eat (I'd recommend tearing it up tbh). Whack a wee piece of fruit onto the side and you have yourself lunch for 3 of your earth pounds... AWESOME! I plonked myself inside for a spot of lunch and initially cursed the fact that I had to perch myself on one fo the stools by the window. Now usually I have the fear taht these chairs are either going to break under me (damn you CM role for my growing gut!) or, I'm suddenly going to get dizzy and tumble to my demise from the heady height of 2ft (or whatever height it is). But wait! 'Dem stools is sturdy with a capital woooft. Next time your in, just try to pick one of them up... to hell with the funny looks as you stride past the counter and announce that you shall now ' pick up one of your stools... for Yelp has spoken (Disclaimer: Yelp does not take responsibly for any of the suggestions made by its Community Manager, or indeed for any legal / medical actions taken by the state post actions). Like soup? Then get naked.

Great place to grab breakfast, sandwiches, and home-made soup at this small eatery where you have…read moreboth takeaway (which is a bit cheaper) or dine-in options. I have been having eggs, sausages, and other English breakfast items for a few days so today I wanted something different, so instead of trying their takeaway Scottish breakfast deal for 6 pounds which seemed very enticing I decided on the sandwich, soup, and any drink deal for the same price. The lentil soup was delicious and wasn't too salty, while the ham and cheese sandwich (many choices to choose from) was nicely toasted. I got a bottle of OJ. I look forward to returning again to try another soup and other deals!

Delicious soup (the chicken and rice really hit the spot)! Loved the fact that the bagel sandwiches…read morecould be to order; I didn't have to make do with pre-wrapped hours ago. Best of all were the charming ladies behind the counter who made me feel right at home! Thanks!

Such a wonderful little gem this is!…read more We had breakfast there this morning. Everything was fresh and tasty! The scones are the best we have had on our trip. I had the porridge with almonds and honey. It was hot, creamy and delicious. Kevin had eggs on toast that came with plenty of fluffy just-made scrambled eggs. Prices are very reasonable. The clientele are regulars who live nearby. The area has lots of cute little shops and places to browse. Of course, we took a couple of extra scones to go!

Cute little breakfast place. Food was delicious and very affordable. Laura was very friendly and…read morenice.

Loved my breakfast here this morning! Friendly service, clean and tidy restaurant, with fantastic…read morehome cooked food. Solid experience all the way around. My pancakes were so fresh, they were still steaming when they arrived at my table.

We have eaten there 3 times. It was amazing! Each breakfast we had was different. They have French…read morepressed coffee. I would recommend 100 percent. They are open early

This was the first place I visited on my trip from the US to Edinburgh and it was delightful in all…read moreways. John behind the counter welcomed me with a warm and savory roll of vegan haggis and roasted tomatoes, yum!!! And the lattes are sublime. The vegan menu items were delicious and served in a great atmosphere! The hospitality and warmth of this Eaterie would please any hungry patron

I enjoyed my lunch here today so much, that I had to immediately log on to write this review…read more Bonningtons is nicely situated on Clerk Street, very easy to find. The welcome is great- staff members are friendly and chatty, and the sandwich selection is excellent. Mary had a sandwich of the day, which was a vegan sandwich with avocado, asparagus, aubergine etc. She really liked it. I had a chicken sandwich, with some salad items and cheese. Both were absolutely delicious, toasted to perfection. Mary also had a green tea and I had coffee, and those were nice as well. We were pleasantly surprised to get some free chocolate buttons with the drinks! These people know how to get to my heart. The place is quite small inside, with only a few seats, including a nice sofa by the window. An odd thing that I noticed is that when buses pass by outside, the place darkens considerably. Not a negative- just something that kept grabbing my attention! Prices are pretty good overall. Hot drinks are around £2 to £2.50. I was almost tempted by the soup and sandwich deal for £5 (sandwich alone tends to be between £3 and £4). Not bad for a lunch. I'll certainly be back, because the sandwiches are excellent, the level of toasting is just right, and I like the friendly staff as well. Recommended.

Great place for lunch with a £4 meal deal that you can sit in and enjoy. They have a decent and…read morehealthy selection of per-made sandwiches and rolls to choose from and even something to please this fussy vegetarian! Helpful staff and nice clean bright and airy seating area. They even transfer your lunch to a plate if eating in and a glass for your drink, it is those extra little things that are great about this place.

Great little coffee shop. The potato and egg scone was a great way to start the morning. The person…read moreworking there was delightful as well.