A chilly afternoon in the west end of Glasgow + tea-loving friend+ vintage crave= trip to the cup…read moreand saucer. The interior reminds me of my grandmas living room, and the teacups are pretty much copycats from those I collect at home (when is 22 tea cups ever too much?) Pal and I ordered two teapots: earl grey for me, apple crunch for her. We weren't hungry, but I wish we were cause the meringue and cream with berries sounds deelish!! Loved everything about this place; the welcoming and chatty owner with her retro hairdo, the 1940 s music in the background, the homy cosy feel, the cute china. Perfect for a comforting cuppa on a grey day. Will go back for more!

What a fantastic find! If you like vintage, you MUST pop in. That said, if you like meringues, you…read moreMUST pop in too!! Decor, music, staff are all on theme, a wonderful mix of vintage pieces, from the china service, 50s rock n roll, and the 70s clock on the mantelpiece, it's a wonderful little treasure trove and many of the items are also available to buy. We had stopped in for a coffee to see what it was like but the lure of the home baking proved too much for us. The scones and cakes look heavenly, but my eyes were drawn to the large, glittery, meringues. Two puffy white clouds arrived, with a generous portion of whipped cream and a drizzle of strawberry sauce. The meringues were perfect! Crunchy and light on the outside and wonderfully sticky and chewy on the inside. Heaven!! My partner made short work of her scone and confirmed it was good with the universal "ok" sign made as she was too busy enjoying eating it to talk! The owner (I'm guessing) was friendly and happy to confirm she baked the meringues herself. It's cheap, cheerful, and well worth dropping in for a visit. The food is good (the menu is simple but that's no bad thing) and homemade, the service quick and friendly, and the vibe of the place is a fun and quirky mix of vintage from previous decades. So glad we dropped in!!

**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!

If you want a cup of cofee for 1 Tilly Tearoom is NOT for you!!…read moreI jave used this tearoom for a long time, often taking my family or friends, but that wont be happening again. Lastweek I went Tilly Tearoom for something to eat and a cup of coffee, it was a bitter cold day so I sat near the radiator, it wasnt that busy in there.within 5 minutes of my sitting down I was asked if I was on my own to which I replied yes, I was then asked to move to a smaller table incase someone else wanted a larger table, as I said it wasnt very busy. I have sat at that table meny a time before and have never been treated like that!! Needless to say I only ordered coffee after that, but I will not be going back and neither will my family or friends, we will be going to the other cafe in Tilly were we were made to feel very welcomed.

Had a quick lunch here on our way to Edinburgh. Wish we had more time to explore the entire menu…read more The cakes and desserts looked Devine! Sadly they were out of scones the day we visited but I saw others with them and they looked wonderful. The restaurant was packed but service was quick and friendly. Inside of the restaurant is quite small but welcoming and we never felt smooshed. We ordered coronation chicken sandwiches as well as the soup which was parsnip and apple. Both of which were so delicious! The little pots of tea come with a timer to be sure it steeps properly. Cute little touch!

A casual spot for lunch in Pitlochry. The little town is worth a stop on your way to the Highlands!…read moreThere are many little restaurants and cafes to choose from but Hettie's was quite popular. We were in a hurry so we ordered a panini and scone to go. The panini was lovely! It was a large portion for the price and was very tasty. The scone, on the other hand, was pretty hard and dry. The cream it came with helped a lot, but it wasn't great. The tea room does have bathrooms for its guests.

My wife and I stumbled on this place by accident after trying two other places that had closed who…read moreknows how long ago. We both got the Cajun Chicken which was seasoned chicken with poached eggs, hollandaise Sauce on an English muffin. It was super good and we were very happy to have found this little spot!

Darling tea house with fantastic service! We came for breakfast and ordered a scone with clotted…read morecream and strawberry jam, eggs Benedict, and the Scottish breakfast. Everything tasted wonderful! The clotted cream was to die for!! We had a pot of the oolong tea and a pot of the rubarb and ginger teas. Both were delicious!

Lovely place to visit! Definitely worth the quick trip from Edinburgh. The staff are very…read morefriendly and helpful. The rooms are beautifully decorated, and you can take photos and videos. Easy to take an Uber there, but you'll need to call a local cab company to get a ride back.

This review relates to my recent experience at Hopetoun and their amazing afternoon tea served in a…read morebuilding called "Stables ". Don't be put off by the name " Stables ". Yes, it's an old barn converted into a restaurant with its unique design of colours, blue, white and yellow/beige being the most dominant. The place is classy. The staff let's you feel welcome and serves in style, very politely. We ordered the famous afternoon tea and for myself it exceeded my expectations of deliciously tasty little cakes, lemon posset, soft and juicy cucumber, salmon and ham sandwiches, macaroons, tart pieces, leek and potato soup and scones with cream and jam. You also get a choice of teas and coffees. I won't say more, as you have to experience the afternoon tea assortment for yourself and maybe followed by a little walk around the premises, which are open to the public. Last year I also visited the Hopetoun House horse trials and it is an amazing experience for the family. It's normally on in June and this year 2015 over the last weekend of June. The house is also open to the public for an entrance fee. There is a small car park and little shed were you can buy your ticket from. Think for adults it's around £14. Enjoy x

I have been wishing for a nice coffee shop close to my house since I moved here and suddently I…read morefound this nice place! It is a hidden jewl in the middle of a busy street... but with parking space. I was welcomed ny a very friendly staff. The place is big but cozy. The coffee is very good and the cakes are amazing!! I will back veeery often!!

What a quaint wee tea room!…read more Situated in the centre of the New Town area of Edinburgh, Brown Sugar is just a few streets from the main shopping area, Princes Street, and so it is a convenient place to reach - and it is definitely worth a visit. Brown Sugar is a wee corner cafe overlooking Queen Street, and it would be quite easy to walk straight past this place and not notice it as it is pretty inconspicuous from the outside. I have been here several times for a coffee and a cake and each time I go I wonder why I'm not here more often. The interior of the Cafe is really new and modern, with great chilled out music playing in the background. You always get a wonderful waft of fresh coffee as soon as you enter you shop, and there is something about that smell which completely compels me to buy coffee! There is a counter at the back of the store which sells the most amazing looking home made cakes, such as cheese cake and carrot cake, but my absolute favourite is their chocolate brownie which is in credibly moist and fluffy with huge chunks of chocolate - yummy! Brown Sugar unfortunately comes with the standard New Town prices, so the cakes and drinks are a wee bit more expensive than other cafes in Edinburgh, but the delicious food makes it worth it. If you want to buck the trend and avoid going to the Starbuck's or Costa on every street corner, Brown Sugar is a fantastic alternative.

This is a really nice wee cafe, tucked away by Queen Street, which you would probably never visit…read moreif you are out on a shopping trip. It is thoroughly modern, with a really relaxed feel. This is the sort of place you could come for a coffee on your own and happily sit for hours with a magazine or a book. The staff just leave you to it, and everyone just seems to relaxed. I have been here several times and it's always had the same atmosphere, and I have never seen anyone in here with kids which adds to the peace! The menu is really good, with sandwiches, soups, salads and baked potatoes amongst others, and the cakes are brilliant! I had a lovely toffee sponge cake and like Lauren says, the chocolate brownie is fabulous! Definitely one of the best wee caffs around. Just don't tell too many people, or everyone will want a piece!

On our way to Glasgow we stopped here to have breakfast. It's a funny little store / post office /…read moretearoom / library / social meeting place and so on. Breakfast was ok. Coffee not quite my taste but tea was alright. Enjoyed the friendly, unforced atmosphere. Regular customer leaving the place with a smile: "You have foreign guests so I won't tell you what to do with it. " Our reaction: "Oh, don't worry. We are Dutch. We don't speak English at all. " I won't repeat the words she said.......