Okay if you google best dessert places in Edinburgh, you will read about Coro Chocolate. First,…read morethey're open later than most places, not by much but enough that it counts. Second, their team (whose names now I have forgotten which is a shame) are extremely helpful and patient. They know their stuff. I was seated quickly and was given the menu and my eyes...my eyes were bigger than my stomach which is the other shame. My favorite was the Millionaire Shortbread Crepe. I mean come on. That thing was decadent, rich and just enough. That was probably the only dessert I was able to complete. Next, was similar to what we Americans call a pazookie. Nutella everywhere. I should've known that this would be the richest, creamiest and thickest of all. I probably should've ordered water but instead I craved a hot chocolate. I also ordered a hot chocolate which was dark chocolate I believe. Perfect for the cold weather. Unfortunately was stuffed by the time this came out. 10/10 recommend. Service is spectacular, team is friendly and genuinely enjoys being there and desserts, I mean cmon you can tell by the photos. Worth the hype. Worth the money and overall just a good place to hangout after exploring the city.

Staff was nice and the spot is cutely decorated. Upon walking in you smell the sweet aroma of…read moreChocolate. They have pancakes, waffles, bubble waffles, and crepes and you can create your own (each topping is extra) . They also have brownies, cake, or cookie dough bites and hot chocolate. We ordered the Nutella hot chocolate and the brownie with ice cream (extra). FYI they put marshmallow UNDER the whipped cream and one on top with the hot cocoa. I liked the cocoa, disliked the brownie. The brownie tasted more like a chocolate cake to my daughter and I. My daughter disliked the cocoa but liked the brownie. I also feel like for the price of the ice cream, it can be a bigger scoop. I was so excited to try this spot but overall, I feel it could've been skipped on our trip

Ive never actually been here, i was searching for ice lab coz i was fancying some chemicals. but…read morewhen i searched you came up! i think its fate, maybe one day ill eat from here affogato, three stars for the fab name xoxox

"I love to love, lalala.....love the ice cream that is sold by newly opened parlor Affogato!…read more The ice parlor is located on Queensferry Road not far away from the hustle and bustle of Princess Street - West End, House of Fraser. In the front of the establishment you are served various luscious flavors of ice cream and in the back you can relax and enjoy. They have very comfortable couches where you can lie back and day dream, read or chat with another. When I recently visited I got the Banoffee and Caramel Flavors. My friend ordered some fruity scoop ...... They also sell Salted Caramel, Amarena, Gingerbread, Yoghurt, Pistacchio........about 18 flavors in total. The ice cream is creamy and just the right amount of sweet. Just luscious. You get a lot of ice cream for affordable prices. 1 scoop = £2.50, and the portion is massive. They offer even two or more flavors in one scoop. Next time I will try and get an "Affogato", a mix of coffee and ice cream. I learned that Affogato means drowning, so clearly the idea behind ice cream drowning in coffee :-) Also beware! The parlor is closed on a Sunday night after 18.00, what is a shame, as it would be nice to enjoy some delicious ice cream before bed time.

My wife and I stumbled into here on our trip to Scotland and absolutely loved it. It was…read moreimmaculately decorated and was in such a beautiful location. Not to mention the latte and chocolate croissant were both superb. Definitely try and make your way in!

Lovely coffee shop just between Haymarket and West end. I believe this used to be a Starbucks…read more*shudders* fair to say it's upgraded big time. large and airy but cosy at the same time. The staff were approachable and the service was quick. Good coffee and yummy desserts, I went for the pecan brownie which was soft and gooey on the inside, I did feel a bit sick by the end of it so it's probably more than enough between two. My friend got the fruit cup and a mango pineapple smoothie, top marks from him. They offer free cucumber infused water which is nice when you're dashing about sight seeing. Mixed crowd of professionals, people working on laptops and groups of friends. If I lived in Edinburgh I think I'd be a regular.

Super cute cafe in a really great location. The smoked salmon sandwich had the right amount of…read moresmoke to taste but not overpower the other ingredients. We wouldn't have guessed that the ginger bread cake was vegan- it was absolutely delicious and perfectly moist. We found it the perfect location for a late Sunday lunch.

My coworker brought me here for lunch. It's a quaint and cozy cafe that sits no more than 15…read morepeople. Most of the items on the menu serves sandwiches, wraps, and breakfast; but it was the Chiang Mai Noodles with Roast Chicken (£7.75) that caught my eye. The dish came with a small chopped Asian salad and a bowl of stir-fried noodles with soy beans, lime, spring onions, and crispy shallots. Although the noodles were tasty, the flavors were a bit too overpowering. I definitely needed to rinse myself with a few glasses of water from the saltiness of the noodles. Cute spot if you're looking for a quick morning or afternoon bite, but that's all.

HOT HOT HOT CHOCOLATE for ALL chocolate LOVERS! The…read morechocolate tree is located on a busy road and still it's easy to find car parking nearby, especially on a Sunday. Also conveniently accessible by bus. There is not much sitting space, such best to book in advance. We got a lovely table at the front window (which by the way is the only table in the front of the shop). I believe there is a very small sitting area in the back. You can find lots of chocolate variations on display on cupboard shelves. At the moment they offer 10% off chocolate bars before a certain time of the day. There are also macaroons, ice cream a (not gelato), pralines and little "cakes". Above the main entrance you see the drink menu written on huge chalk boards: Traditional chocolate, one for kids and one for adults, white chocolate, milky chocolate, dark chocolate and much more. They do coffee too. I ordered salted caramel ice cream and milk chocolate, which was the best hot milk chocolate in Edinburgh so far, and not to mention I got served plenty of it in a big mug. Definitely worth the money. Must confess, my eyes were bigger than my stomach and next time a hot chocolate will be plenty :-) They are also present with stalls at various Edinburgh markets, like Stockbridge. Its an ideal place to take away and enjoy the "pleasures" somewhere else.

For those 'in the know', the chocolate tree has been an online business for quite some time, but…read moredecided to open up their own shop in our very own city, Edinburgh. If you like chocolate, you will LOVE The Chocolate Tree. Located in the trendy Bruntsfield area, it is in the perfect position to sit in and gorge or sit out and gorge. Their chocolates are all organic (so at least your conscious feels good about eating copious amounts of chocolate...) The decor is very chic, trendy and indulgent. Indeed, I think Indulgence is a theme in the cafe. My first visit was under sad circumstances - recently single and feeling vulnerable, my friend took me and ordered me the 'Spanish Hot Chocolate' (see picture). Oh My God. Where I was feeling despairing, distraught and dismayed I was overcome with delight, deliriousness and felt thoroughly delectable!! It was perfect...perhaps a bit rich, but the first few sips were to die for. It even came with a little dough cake-thing to dip into the thick, gloopy chocolate, like fondue! It would have been ideal for two to share. To be honest, I'm not what you would call a choc-a-holic - especially now that Cadbury's is no longer considered 'chocolate'. But there is something for everyone to enjoy, whether its a slice of their GLORIOUS chocolate cake (it was delicious, after a while I felt I should find a mirror to check if my pupils had dilated) or one of their mini chocolate bites. If you can't make it to the shop they sell online and they're much cheaper than their competition ( it's one of their ethical principles, woohoo!). It really is worth visiting, on a warm summer day to lounge and indulge yourself, or on a cold winter evening to keep yourself warm. It's the sort of place I imagine Harry Potter would sit in...

This is a hidden gem, in an excellent location between Lothian Road and the Meadows. Angelo (not…read moresure if Marcella is a surname, or somebody else's name) runs the place by himself, so you might be waiting a while for your order, depending on how busy it is, but you won't be disappointed. The food is authentic, delicious, and extremely good value! We visited for a meal before a concert on Lothian Road, and were one of only two couples at the place initially. (A much larger group arrived just as we finished, so I'm glad that timing worked out!) I wanted pasta, so ordered a simple spaghetti bolognese. Mary ordered a pizza with a variety of vegetables. We brought our own bottle of wine, after reading previous reviews that suggested free corkage. BYOB is absolutely fine, but the corkage is NOT free. It cost £2 for the bottle of wine. However, it's fine, because the rest of the meal was very good value. That said, I am a little confused about the corkage cost, because I did not see any alcohol for sale on the menu... The food, when it arrived, was excellent. The portions were generous, everything tasted great. We also had garlic bread as a starter and apple pie for dessert. The decor of the place is very simple, nothing fancy here. There are nice pictures from Italy (mostly Sicily), and some AC Milan decor. Angelo certainly isn't very talkative, but he's welcoming, and makes good food. Recommended.

This is something of a hidden gem. It wouldn't fare well if you were to judge on looks alone. It is…read morerun by a slightly grumpy Italian man who I assume is Marcella, he is never to be rushed so if you are eating in it may seem he has forgotten your order but he hasn't! The interior is decorated in plastic flowers, plastic fruit and blue tiling. However, I urge you to look past this as it all adds to the unique experience of Marcella and, if you are anything like me, you will learn to love the quirks of this establishment. Serving big plates of hot, tasty, filling food at budget prices is my go to place after a long, cold, grey Edinburgh day. A huge plate of pasta, garlic bread and a drink will set you back £5. If you want to splash out on a three course feast you won't be out of pocket by more than around £12. As well as great pizza and pasta you should also try one of the many sweet pies and pastries he erves. Rather than going to one of the many coffee shop chains around, head to Marcella and get yourself a pie and cappucino for the same price as a skinny latte in a certan multi national coffee chain that shall remain nameless!

Trying to find a good Sunday brunch place for a sizable group, Otro is available to be reserved…read moreonline. When we got there, they have tons of seating so there was not much to worry. Since we reserved vs walk ins, they tucked us away in the back room which is quite nice and enjoyable. The service is very patient as we are from NYC who capitalize on efficiency. So New Yorkers, note that service outside of NYC is typically slower than your usual comfort. They have a two or three course options. We at first wanted to go for three to include dessert, but were too stuffed and stuck with two. We did order one dessert to share. This is what we ordered App - Chicken Pate with Duck: absolutely heavenly. Very dense, best to share -Sourdough bread: amazing dipping green sauce Main -lamb shank: very flaky, could be cooked a little longer for more moisture. The chickpeas were a nice touch but would like to complement with some carrots -Roast: love the yorkshire pudding. The meat and carrot are a bit salty tho, typical of english food. Dessert - chocolate and honeycomb: Absolutely delicious, so glad we at least tried one dessert. The icecream is velvety and a great ending to the rich brunch

We had a lovely meal here our last night visiting Edinburgh. I had wanted mussels but they were off…read morethe menu. Had two starters for dinner - a simple but perfect rocket pear salad with Caraway and pecorino had a perfect complement of flavors. The scallops we're light and flavorful after a lot of heavy pub grub. My partner had the pork cheeks with risotto. That dish too was not overwhelmed with richness, but instead let the real flavors of the ingredients come through. We shared a lovely chocolate dessert with several textures - light and dense, sweet and salty all together. I will regret not trying the pavlova too. From the front door until leaving, everyone we interacted with was extremely pleasant and helpful. I'd recommend Otro highly.

Upon the recommendation of someone I know, I popped into Lovecrumb for a quick start to my day. I…read morecame in figuring I'd order a cinnamon bun and a hot beverage -- which is exactly what I was able to get! There's a bunch of tables inside, although they can tend to be quite busy. I sat at a little table next to the window and was brought my order. The cinnamon bun was really soft and had a lovely flavor. The chai was sweet and didn't have too much spice but I enjoyed it! Overall the vibe of the cafe itself is really cute and they have plenty of baked goods, hot and cold beverages, and savory options to appeal to a reasonable palate. I've been back a couple more times since this occasion to try more baked goods and get a hot chocolate! I've always been very pleased by my experience and will continue to return!

MY RATING: 3.5 I found Lovecrumbs to be a fun and cute…read moreplace. It's great for reading a book on a rainy day, grabbing a sweet vegan treat, or catching up with an old friend. As long as you don't stay overstay your welcome, that is. ;) The OAT MILK CAPPUCCINO was frothy and creamy, but overall it was just okay. Not the best, not the worst, right in the middle. I loved the icing on the VEGAN CARROT CAKE. It was smooth and sweet, but not too sweet. It also had a pop of citrus. As for the cake, I was underwhelmed. It was lacking in carrot flavor and was denser than I'd prefer. However, I did enjoy the big chunks of nuts and raisins. EXTRA: Super cute decor They have a retail section in the front that sells coffee, jewelry, mugs, pens, vitamins, etc. Friendly service Decent size space and amount of tables The bathroom is downstairs "Weekends are lap top free" that's what the sign says, at least Not sure how I feel about this sign: "If busy, please limit your stay to an hour.. thanks for being cool." At least they're honest, I suppose, but still... You can watch my visit to Lovecrumbs and see all of the vegan food I ate in Edinburgh on my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Pw-0mh0q3iM&t=1s

I have to echo the sentiments of a previous reviewer; I thought the cakes looked better than they…read moretasted. I'd walked by PM countless times, catching sight of their beautiful cakes in the window. When I finally popped in, i bought 2 cakes to take away. I was excited to take them home and share them for dessert with my boyfriend that evening. The attention to detail with the presentation of the cakes is absolutely perfect. The cakes look too good to eat; the kind you'd fine in high-end pâtisseries in Paris. These are undeniably pretty cakes! But when it came to taste, there was something missing. We both agreed the cakes just didn't live up to expectation. If I were to rate the cakes on appearance, it'd be five stars! Sadly, it's 3 for now...

It's a lovely little coffee place in the West end of Edinburgh just opposite House of Fraser…read more What I like about it? The location, the cosy couches for a wee chat with friends, the amazing choices of various pastries ( I got a chocolate trio eclait last time, which was deliciously chocolaty ), friendly staff, extensive brunch /lunch menu, ice cream, macaroons etc. Sometimes it can be a bit noisy, but the cakes & coffee make totally up for it. I thought to attach a pic of the amazing egg royal I tasted today. Just make sure that if you don't like mustard with your garnish, to mention this. Personally I love mustard, but my friend was not so keen on it Enjoy!

I have to thank the wonderful staff and dare I say friends at Lucas Morningside Edinburgh…read more Both my wee granddaughters suffer from life threatening allergies and coming to Lucas makes it so easy to allow them to have a treat just like anyone else can enjoy. Susan and her team go way above and beyond to keep the girls safe. Absolutely nothing is too much trouble. I honestly cannot thank you enough. It means the girls can do something others take for granted and that for us is huge. Thanks again

Amazing Ice cream! I really love the taste of almost all flavours, but the prices are quite high,…read morebut still great quality!