It was a bit of a walk but completely worth it...I should really note that it was the return walk…read morestraight up hill or up multiple stairs (your choice). However, the hot chocolate plus espresso was recommended and was excellent. Best thing was very friendly staff and sitting on the street people watching in Edinburgh

When visiting Edinburgh, everyone knows The Milkman is a must try spot. A staple to the quiet,…read morequaint yet bustling corner of Old Town, The Milkman menu features a small, simple yet unique offering of pastries, coffee & tea. It is the perfect spot for those on the go as seating is very limited. Inside, you'll find the place to be quite charming. Stone covered walls, warm lighting & the aroma of freshly made coffee makes this place feel like one out of a storybook. Both times I've gone, I was greeted by the friendly staff who did a wonderful job keeping everything in order as it was quite busy. I usually don't opt for hot coffee, but as it was a cold and rainy day, I opted for what I believe was a brown sugar honey latte. For munching, I had the strawberry croissant. The coffee itself was very small in size, but it had great flavor. It was subtle, with the perfect amount of sweetness. The croissant was flaky and the layers of the dough filled crust were incredibly delicious. is it the best coffee I've ever had? Certainly not, but the service and the charm of the cafe make it all well worth It. It truly is a must try spot when visiting Edinburgh. Stop in for a hot cup of coffee, take a stroll and get carried way in the streets of Edinburgh.

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!

Adorable setting. Phenomenal latte…read more Can't wait to try EVERYTHING.

Amazing coffee, fabulous raspberry and caramel cake, lovely staff, even had warm woollen rugs if…read moreyou want to sit outside. Well worth a visit

I couldn't believe Blueberry Hill wasn't on Yelp. Maybe its because it caters for a breakfast/lunch…read morecrowd, but I love this little local gem and its an escape when working from home :-) Its small (about 5 tables that seat between 2 and 4 at each) but very popular with locals of all ages and can fill up very quickly as people pile in. Does the usual cafe food: sandwiches (my fav is chicken, chorizo & lime pickle on brown gf bread but my mum swears by the roast beef which is cooked in-house) as well as soups and baked potatoes. Specials change constantly and today included chowder, baked trout and quorn chilli. Cakes are homemade and cover everything from tray bakes to cheesecake. This place is a gem - cheap but excellent fresh food - 4 stars, but only because I've not had cake yet...

What a delightful surprise just up the road from my flat! After a day filled with errands I decided…read morea quick stop in blueberry was just the ticket. When I arrived around two I very quickly realized I wasn't the only one with the idea for a pop in, as all of the tables were full and there was a wee line in an already wee place! What I noticed while I stood in line pondering what to get was the extremely reasonable prices. Around two pounds for a baked tattie with some fixings? Less for sandwiches? Awesome! If there had been a place to sit I may well have gotten real food, but as it was I got a small latte and a piece of millionaire's shortbread, all for the extremely reasonable price of between two and three pounds. Not bad considering how much one drink from S-bucks is! The staff was very friendly despite being eyeballed hungrily by the line of folk waiting to be served, and when I tried both my treats after leaving I was pleased as punch. Both were perfectly lovely! Have already mentioned this place to the other half and will definitely be back to scope out the noms!

THE GOOD: PESTO PRESSED SANDWICH - mozzarella, almond pesto,…read moresun-dried tomatoes, and spinach. I love pesto, and this was pesto perfection! The pesto was fragrant, it packed a bold basil flavor, and they used a generous amount! The pesto was made with almonds instead of pine nuts. Honestly, I couldn't tell the difference. The multi-grain bread was a good, hearty choice. I liked that they gave me the option to have the sandwich pressed. I gladly said yes, as nothing brings a sandwich together better. ;) The side salad was a pleasant surprise. It was a spinach salad with balsamic vinegar and sunflower seeds. It was a great way to squeeze in some extra veggies! The only thing I would change is to add more sun-dried tomatoes. Vegan cheese doesn't always have the best melting abilities, but I was okay with that. THE BAD: The cupcake was dense and flavorless. The only good thing about it was the icing. The cappuccino tasted burnt. It was the worst I've had during my entire European trip. My sandwich was good, but unfortunately my overall experience was terrible. I have never had worse customer service than I did at Chapter One Coffee Shop. The disrespect I received was flabbergasting. It truly made me feel awful. I wanted to leave, but my need for caffeine overpowered my desire to walk out. After I sat down to finish my cappuccino, I thought maybe it was just me, maybe I was overthinking. However, shortly after, an employee came to my table and apologized on the other employee's behalf. That was nice and validating. It confirmed my feelings and experience. Trust me, I get that working in the service industry is difficult. Nevertheless, there's no excuse for that type of behavior. It put a sour taste in my mouth, and everything I ate was tainted. You can watch my visit to Chapter One 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

Lovely coffee place. At first I didn't know, only when I had to change my order I was informed it's…read morea vegan place. And they serve the most delicious vegan food around. The full breakfast is full of taste which made me crave more their vegan haggis. The cappuccino could be a little better but overall it's a nice place to sit have a coffee and get on with your life. The girls working are nice and attentive. Our experience was so good that we had breakfast there twice. Highly recommend.

Great coffee served by attentive staff Clean,spacious,nice…read moredecor. Will definitely be back.

Basically, the best place to eat on the west side of town. Don't let the journey put you off (it is…read morethe far end of Gorgie Road, along by McDonalds), as it is worth every minute you have to wait in the tram roadworks. The pork collops in thyme and lemon sauce with cucumber in sour cream salad and potato dumplings and pork crackling (really pancetta) is to die for! It costs less than £6!! They have gorgeous soup, ciabbatta. side dishes, salads, desserts. You will not go wrong if you eat here. Expect t have a 20min approx wait, as everything is cooked to order. This is a really small cafe, that can only seat 6 people. Don't worry if you can't get in, as they do take away as well (although not delivery).

This little cafe is a home away from home. The food is truly yummy and the lads are really…read morefriendly! Clear chicken and beef soup with noodles followed by a marinated chicken breast & chips being a favourite of mine. Be sure to check out the banoffee pie and/or carrot cake too! I always go home feeling refreshed and stuffed to the seams, but NEVER ILL!. A little gem in Gorgie, but don't take my word for it TRY IT!

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 .

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.

On our late morning venture out in Edinburgh we needed a quick yet pleasant brunch before heading…read moreoff to explore. Nomad Cafe was just the place. Quality coffee and sandwiches started our day off right. Delicious food and quick friendly service.

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!