Since it's our third time in Edinburgh, we decided to explore a few other neighborhoods further…read moreout. We hit up Morningside one grey morning and came here for brunch. The cafe was an adorable old house turned into a cafe and we got a seat near the back looking over the garden in the back of the space. It was really nice. My wife got the seasonal eggs Benedict and I got the peas a la salt. The Bennedict was good, but seemed like it was missing something. My best guess is that it's just the English muffin wasn't as sturdy as I'm used to and I'm used to it that way. The peas a la salt came over sourdough bread with bacon, black pudding and a poached egg. Same as the Bennedict, it was all yummy, but not amazing. The peas were very far from mushy (which is good), but maybe could have been a bit firmer. Things just didn't quite come together the way I would have hoped.

We ordered two variations of the BBB, the Turkish egg meal, and the Parmesan and truffle hash brown…read morebasket. They were all delicious and hearty meals and if you are looking for a more savory meal I highly recommend. The servers were extremely sweet and provided food recommendations and answered our questions about transport and places to visit to make the most of our trip! The service was also quick and we were able to be seated immediately which was wonderful. Next time I'm in Edinburgh I hope to visit this place again!

Fantastic Deli/ Café with better coffee than most food-focused places in Edinburgh…read more (UPDATE: Coffee quality has definitely deteriorated since the early days and this is no longer a place where I expect coffee that is anything better than "drinkable". The food still holds up, though!) I started going to Rocket in 2008 when I studied at Napier, and it proved to be a very reliable regular spot for me as they were incredibly friendly, reasonably priced and indulged my freestyle sandwich filling whims without fuss. They also do a remarkably good coffee for a Deli, even if it's not as good as what you would get at places that have coffee as their primary focus. So the quality of the coffee is a bit up and down but always serviceable, but it's the food that makes it good! You can pick from their extensive menu of lunch options, including a lot of British classic and South-American ones. Their sandwiches, though! Oh, the sandwiches! See, the thing is that they have a huge array of great toppings, and a nicely put together list of suggested combinations of them... But they'll let you "freestyle" it if it pleases you. And BOY does it please me! They tend to have to really struggle to close their baguettes up by the time I finish. All wonderful, fresh toppings that create an absolute cornucopia of lively taste sensations. I do wish they had clotted cream for their scones, though, and I would love for them to have some bread that was a bit more substantial, gave a bit more resistance to the bite. It's very fluffy, very light, and I tend to prefer the heavier, bitier breads. If they had the option of something tougher and made with more rye/ spelt/ etc, I'd be a super happy camper. Still, a very strong contender and one of my favourite lunch places in Edinburgh. I have been known to take a detour just to go here. :)

Rocket is a small but perfect sized cafe/lunch spot at the top of Morningside. I've been a few…read moretimes since I used to live down the road. They have great sandwiches and delectable treats (my favourite being the chocolate/graham cracker/fudge fridge tray bake - not sure what the actual name is?!) I was here about three weeks ago with my boyfriend for lunch. I was feeling like something texmex so I chose the chicken burrito while my boyfriend ordered the chicken and chorizo club sandwich. I was very satisfied with my burrito and my boyfriend was satisfied with his meal. See the picture that I added! The staff are very friendly although sometimes the service can be a little slow. They can be quite busy especially mid-morning. I believe you can reserve a table if you call in advance. If you are in the area and require a nice, healthy, lunch definitely check this place out.

Very good ambience, modern and friendly staff. Perfect for brunch and breakfast! The avocado on…read moretoast is very good! If you are in a hurry, this is not the ideal place to go as the food usually takes quite a while to arrive after you've ordered. But it is definitely worth the wait.

I'm not one to be a Debbie-Downer leaving a 3 star review on the brand-new-swanky cafe/restaurant…read morein Bruntsfield... But I have to be honest to my fellow yelpers out there! Let's start with the things they're doing right. First of all, I love the interior. They've chosen the most beautiful, light airy unit and have been respectful to the original features (especially the gorgeous, large windows). The branding is cohesive and extremely endearing, with little bees on most things from the menus to the counter. They are also part of a charity which helps the preservation of bees in the UK, which I loved! I'm also pleased to see them using Artisan Roast beans for their coffees and lots of locally sourced produce for their food. So what's the problem I hear you cry? Well it was one simple (yet usually delicious) word: PANCAKES! I ordered them and they were completely raw in the middle. Again, I'm hearing you say "3 stars for raw pancakes is a little harsh, isn't It?!" So I spoke to the server about my raw pancakes, to which they said sorry and took them away to make me a new batch. Now, the pancakes that were returned to me were burnt with a slightly, less raw middle. They were genuinely worse than the first ones. Not one server came to ask me about the second lot , and the owners and managers never came over (even though I saw that they were informed in the first instance). When my plate was taken, the waiter asked if they were any better because I had left all but one bite of the burnt pancakes. I explained they were even worse and this guy is the reason that honeycomb aren't getting 2 stars! He apologised and agreed with how bad they looked. He also took the pancakes off the bill which I really appreciated. So all in all, go here for coffees and to sample their cakes but "bee" careful not to order the pancakes!

Excellent food and service. Try their scallop starter and then also their roast chicken. The decor…read moreis relaxed sophistication. Good selection of alcoholic and nonalcoholic beverages, too. I could eat here every day. 5/5 highly recommended.

Such tasty food, staff and food wonderful. A small local restaurant. Booking advised…read more We are often drop in and still haven't been disappointed for seating

A great place to start your day with a fantastic breakfast. Open early and located conveniently in…read moreOld Town Edinburgh. Excellent pastries and sandwiches. Very friendly staff and spotless cleanliness.

Great little place in Edinburgh for coffee, pastries and breakfast selections. Had a croissant and…read morecoffee here with my friend while we were visiting the city. Absolutely delicious and will keep it on our list next time we head out that way!

The menu has almost completely changed since I was last here ~2 years ago, and while I loved it…read morethen, I think it's even better now. Montpelier is still the same cozy spot I came to love -- incredible service, drinks, and food. Absolutely worth a visit!

After a disappointing dinner, we needed a drink. - Montpeliers was just the tonic…read more Situated in a very cool and chic part of town, Montpeliers got the assignment. Dimly lit and getting darker as the night goes on, with staff welcoming you like an old friend and an impeccable music selection. - No, seriously, did you hack my Spotify, Montpeliers? It's all so effortless and fun, and above all, done very well. I am happy to indulge. My spicy mango sour did the trick. I sometimes like to ask for a recommendation when I can't decide and Iona's tip was spot on. The cocktail menu is extensive; there's something for all tastes. This was delicious. - Not too spicy, not too sweet. Followed up by the cherry nuts shot with black cherry rum and amaretto. This cherry-lover approves and this served as a dessert to round the night off to a better end. Was it okay that they had run out of shot glasses and opted for a short cocktail glass and also topped it with a tonne of cream? Umm, YES. No disappointment here. Service was attentive despite the bar overflowing on a Friday night. This was just what we were after and is a wonderful spot for a drink. You'd be missing out if you didn't have a cocktail. If you're not drinking, there's an interesting selection of mocktails too. Cheers, Montpeliers! - You know just how it's done.

I went in for a late breakfast. Pleasant atmosphere, it was quiet and cozy. The staff was…read moreattentive. Lots of options for breakfast. I'll be back

This place is good for cheap meals like breakfasts. We had…read morethe vegetarian big breakfast minus eggs and cheese and it was totally decent. The coffee unfortunately was average. The service was friendly and like I said, it's cheap, so I don't know how much you can expect but it was a solid 3/5 place .

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.

Such a great experience for two American travelers! The hospitality was exceptional and the food…read morewas delicious! Probably one of the best vanilla lattes I've had in a while. Thank you, Fountain Cafe, for giving us a great start to the day.

Wonderful little cafe, huge portions of savory meats and pancakes. We had the full Scottish…read morebreakfast and the pancakes with ham, both were great. The owners were also lovely people.

Quaint café, conveniently located right near Haymarket. Seemed quite busy with travelers. Tasty…read morefood and available to go, if you can't find space to sit in. Bacon Roll: Pretty standard. Lots of bacon in a toasted-to-order roll. Hits the spot. Raspberry Bunny: Almost too cute to eat, almost. Nice glaze against what tastes like luxurious brioche. The raspberry flavor isn't too strong though, just where the few red bits are. Mixed Berry Bun: Seemed like a hybrid between a cinnamon bun and a danish. Had a sweet cheese glob in the center in the middle of all the cinnamon rings. Some nice fruit in the mix. Much more exciting than a normal morning bun. Brownie: Very dense and very rich. Had a gooey center. Pretty intense for breakfast, but you can save some for later in the afternoon for a pick me up.

A small shop with an extremely friendly staff. The vegan breakfast was fantastic and huge!read more