It was a bit of a walk but completely worth it...I should really note that it was the return walk straight 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 read more

When visiting Edinburgh, everyone knows The Milkman is a must try spot. A staple to the quiet, quaint 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. read more

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Pretty busy with a long line on a Saturday morning. Employees were very friendly and efficient. We shared the hazelnut & oat pain au chocolat and the mortadella, pesto & mozzarella filled croissant. Both were pretty solid but not mindblowing. They initially gave us one wrong pastry but they immediately swapped it out with no questions asked after I brought it up. Not a bad place to stop by for pastries if in the area. Seating very limited. read more

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I had to try this super hyped coffee spot while I was in Edinburgh. We stopped by the new location first to take some pictures, but ended up getting our coffee and pastries from the original location further down the street. We ordered an iced latte, a black coffee, an espresso walnut brownie, and the chai glazed cardamom bun. The staff was nice and gave us a few recommendations, which were super helpful since it was our first time there. The café itself is pretty small, with limited indoor seating and a few tables outside. There was an organized queue to get in and order, but it moved pretty quickly, so the wait wasn't bad at all. Everything was good, but I can't say it was the best coffee or pastries I've ever had. Maybe my expectations were just too high because of all the hype, but I was definitely expecting a little more. read more

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I went there early in the morning! It was not too busy but there are a few guests there already. The decors are very chic. And cashier and barista are both very friendly! I shared the window sitting area with another guest. So many yummy pastries to choose from. I got cardamom and saffron bun and chai latte! They are both delicious and definitely worth the visit. read more

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I went to the Milkman a few times for a coffee while in Edinburgh! The staff keeps the line moving and helps with the flow of foot traffic. I LOVED the tomato/cheese croissant and inhaled it so fast that I didn't get any photos. This is a cute (read: Instagrammable) spot and there are a couple of locations in the area. read more

The Milkman - Blueberry treat - Cafes Near Me - Edinburgh, EDH

Went here early in the AM circa 7:30. There were only 3 folks ahead of us. I ordered a chai latte and a cinnamon roll. I took sometime to prepare these items which surprised me as one of the items was already made. When I got the latte I was very excited as it smelled excellent, a great blend of cinnamon and spice. I had high hopes! And then I started to drink it and...womp womp not just tasted like warm oatmilk. No flavor. I didn't understand as it was so aromatic. To say I was underwhelmed and disappointed was an understatement. Then I ate my cinnamon roll. And ate is a generous term, I took two bites and was done. Usually cinnamon rolls are airy and fluffy, this one was so dense and chewy. I was so bummed. This feels like a tourist trap. I had better lattes in other cafes in the city. read more

The pastries were okay. I was disappointed given how many times I see it being recommended. After trying it, my hunch is that there aren't many other places in Edinburgh that make pastries? Definitely don't wait in line if there are more than 10 people in it. When we went, there were 6 people in front of us and it went by fairly quickly - about 7-8 minutes. I got the cruffin and morning bun, both not bad, just fine. read more

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The Milkman is a very overrated coffee shop. It is recommended in almost every social media video about Edinburgh, but I feel like choosing this over some other options was a waste. The iced latte is standard; okay. Their almond croissant was crazy sweet, the type that makes your stomach a bit sick. I didn't appreciate that half of their pastries were laid out/stacked in the open air. When you're ordering, you're having to speak over them (doesn't seem sanitary). read more

One of the places with the best view in Edinburgh. People literally compete to grab the corner seats by the window. Sure, the view is beautiful, but nothing should overshadow the amazing coffee and the bakery items that make you want to eat the entire counter. In my 42 years of life, I've never had a cinnamon bun this good anywhere in the world. I think I'll spend the rest of my life searching for this exact flavor again. The Milkman will stay in my memory just as vividly as Edinburgh itself. read more

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Excellent place to go in the morning for breakfast pastries and coffee. Loved going there while staying nearby. Let me know when you open a second location in Illinois! :) read more

obviously, as a coffee lover, I had to try this place because it is high on everyone's list of recommendations. Everything was great. I had a latte which was good, not my favorite, but definitely drinkable. The pastries were amazing, and I had an almond croissant, which definitely was the highlight of this stop. read more

The Milkman - A latte and an almond croissant - Cafes Near Me - Edinburgh, EDH

Friendly service, great coffees and perfectly baked sweet treats! Smaller inside than I thought from other pics.almond croissant and flat white highly recommend. read more

The Milkman - Outside - Cafes Near Me - Edinburgh, EDH

Delicious coffee and worth the hype! There was a bit of a queue but it went very quickly, and worth the wait!

Cappuccino was delicious. Service: friendly staff, welcoming the moment you walk in. Ambience: quaint and cozy, this location is very limited on space on the inside. If you're early before the rush you may be able to grab a seat. When weather permits it's nice to sit on the outside. read more

The Milkman - Cafes Near Me - Edinburgh, EDH

The staff is very kind and they had the most amazing blueberry almond croissants. My mom and I still talk about how good they are even a month later and the place is so cute inside! Definitely recommend going right when they open:) read more

It was a suggestion by 2 locals and glad we stopped by! The shop is cozy and Welcoming but pretty small. During peak times you will find a line out the door, but if you are patient the coffee is worth it. I always visit local coffee shops while I travel and the Milkman was no disappointment. They have pastries and merch as well, which adds to the adventure. read more

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Went here multiple times during my trip and really enjoyed just a simple, hot oat latte on the chilly days! Their pastries were also really good, like the cardamom bun. Would love to go back some day! read more

My mom and I went here to start our day of touring Edinburgh a couple months ago and we really liked this place. They have a ton of different drinks to choose from, as well as fresh pastries; which were delicious. There were a lot of people when we arrived in the morning, which is a good sign, and it didn't take long to grab our coffees and pastries and go. The employees are super nice and cheerful and actually looked like they were enjoying their jobs, which is great to see. My drink, which took only a few minutes to make, was the perfect tempo and was really good. I really liked this place and I will definitely go back if I'm in Edinburgh in the future. read more

I may be showing my coffee snob side a bit with this statement, but... this may actually be the best-tasting coffee this side of the UK; and trust me, I've been to my fair share of indepently-owned coffee shops. London might be the hotspot for the independent coffee shop scene, but Edinburgh has a few gems of its own, and this one is at the top of the list. The space is tiny, but everything from the drinks to the pastries - and maybe even the service, depending on the day - provide something I've yet to find anywhere else in Edinburgh. My flat white actually made me question if it would be worth moving here to be able to have this every day. According to my friend, her hot chocolate gave her the same thought. And, while the pastries vary from day to day, I've yet to have one I haven't liked. If you can get your hands on their dark chocolate sea salt cookie, do it; screw the rest. The interior is, perhaps, the only downside, as it only provides a few cramped seats in the corner. Still, that also serves to give this little coffee its cozy personality. Oh, and did I mention it's less than a 5-minute walk from Waverly Station? Yeah, this place is darn-near perfect. read more

The milkman has a couple of different locations. This one did have a line but it wasn't as long as the other location. The line went quickly and they had a worker letting people know when to come into the building. There are a couple of seats out front but they aren't available until after 9am. Seating inside is very limited. We grabbed a couple of pastries and coffees for takeaway as we walked around old town. The pastries deserve at least four stars on their own but the coffee was not our favorite. We would come back for pastries but skip the coffee next time read more

Super cozy cafe! Definitely a gem, the baked good are delicious and they make good drinks. I'd say it's worth the line! Glad I stopped by. read more

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If you are in Edinburgh you have to stop by this coffee shop and try everything! Everything from their pastries is good & good coffee as well I ordered a cappuccino with the spinach feta I think it was and a cinnamon roll all were very tasty. Line is a bit long but it goes by fast. read more

The Milkman - Coffee and goodies pan chocolate - Cafes Near Me - Edinburgh, EDH

Cozy little coffee shop. Love their white-chocolate drinks that are soo unique. Don't love that their floors are dirty and cushions are disgusting especially during the endless Scottish rains. They need to figure out a way to make folks' shoes dry off and wipe their mud before they come inside. Also don't love that food is out in the open UNCOVERED and very close to the register where people would talking and so more chances of spit getting on. read more

The Milkman - food is out in the open UNCOVERED and very close to the register where people would talking and so more chances of spit getting on. - Cafes Near Me - Edinburgh, EDH

Crowded cramped space. Hardly any seats. People on line are standing right over you. My husband is a bit of a coffee connoisseur and we both found the beverages to be average. Both locations are in beautiful buildings but that does not make a great coffee experience. Take a photo and go somewhere else for a great coffee experience. read more

Hyped place but lowkey worth it. We went in the afternoon and it wasn't too busy which was nice. The small snacks are the real hero here, had the earl grey pound cake which was fab. read more

Don't understand the hype, have had decent coffee here but also not so decent but there are many independent coffee shops doing as nice and nicer coffee, I think it must just be the location and a cool name that's easy to remember that means the Milkman gets so much attention. But if you don't like queuing go somewhere else, there are plenty of decent options. Also, have had fairly cursory service from staff, I understand patience may wear thin when you're so busy and work in a cafe the size of a shoe box but still. read more

There was a pretty long line and then once we got in there the coffee drink options were more limited than I expected. I enjoyed other places in Edinburgh more like Blank Street. read more

Came in for a coffee and a pastry. The pastry was delicious. It was a round croissant that was flaky yet fluffy. The coffee was good as well! I wish I had gotten something else but I went with my go-to iced latte. It was solid, but I've certainly had better iced lattes. I had a sip of my girlfriend's cappuccino and it was better. The staff was super nice and the whole the shop is cozy, we were able to sit for a quick minute and have our pastry. Wish I had come back to try another coffee. read more

This is a great place to stop in for a pastry and a drink on a cold and rainy Edinburgh morning. I'm allergic to milk in the U. S. but I ordered the hot chocolate here with regular milk and had absolutely no reaction. It was amazing! I went back a second time just to indulge. Their pastries are also really good. I recommend the apple danish if they have it available. read more

The Milkman - Apple danish - Cafes Near Me - Edinburgh, EDH

Before we arrived in Edinburgh, we saw this coffee shop as a must visit. We were a quick less then ten minute walk from our hotel from a Milkman. We came right when they opened with books to do a bit of reading while we enjoyed our cup of chai (me) and a latte (the hubs). We both got oat milk and the chai was sweet but not overtly sweet and had a hint of cardamom that made it a bit spicy too. It was absolutely delicious and I will be thinking about this chai for a long time. Service was friendly and fast and we enjoyed sitting and reading before we got going on the day. read more

It was fine. Pastries were good, coffee was delicious but only in one small size, and shop was tiny. Definitely good but not great . It doesn't match up to the hype and the huge line to get a coffee. read more

It's somewhat strange that there are two Milkman's on the same street, but both are popular and busy throughout the day! They make a good coffee and always have a load of fresh baked pastries to choose from! The current exchange rate from dollar to pound is rough making for an expensive morning cup, but you gotta do what you gotta do! I love that they also serve matcha, which can be harder to find! read more

I was on the hunt for good coffee near the W hotel (the Starbucks next to the hotel just didn't taste like it did back home). I saw rave reviews for The Milkman so made the 8 min walk over there. Once I got there I saw there was a pretty nice sized line. I dislike lines, but this gave me hope I found coffee worth waiting for. I noticed many were eating some delicious looking croissant muffins while waiting for their coffee so decided to indulge as well. It was so delicious and I meant to take my daughter back to try one, but sadly ran out of time. My coffee was also among the best I found in Edinburgh. Mission accomplished! read more

Came for coffee after a nice lunch on the royal Mile. Fabulous cappuccino with a strong bold flavor. I was not impressed by the walnut cake. Icing was too sweet and coarse. Tasted of raw sugar and butter. read more

The Milkman - Cappuccino and walnut coffee cake - Cafes Near Me - Edinburgh, EDH

My favorite cafe! The coffee was great as was the selection of pastries. I loved the banana bread and the traditional Scottish oat thing (I forgot the name). It was tiny and packed, but the line moved quickly. There's hardly anywhere to sit so plan to takeaway. read more

I stumbled across this coffee shop while wandering around old town. It has a nice view to the Warriston's Close Stairs. The shop was tiny with modern and aesthetic. We got the chai latte with oatmilk and iced matcha latte to go since there were no seatings available. Service was fast and friendly. Chai latte was amazing. The matcha was so good and not sweet at all. They have another location at 52 Cockburn Street that is very charming. read more

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Tried the viral Milkman and it deserves the fame! The pastry selection was impressive. I went with the cinnamon bun. A pretty small space with very limited seating. read more

The Milkman - Pastries - Cafes Near Me - Edinburgh, EDH

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Need a break from walking around Edinburgh? Especially through the Royal Mile? This cute little cafe is an excellent pitstop to refuel. They offer pastries, coffee, and tea. And they have adorable accessories to shop on the corner wall while you wait for your order. Seats are limited. Chai Latte- Powder. I almost couldn't tell. It was mixed well with steamed milk. Delightful. Macchiato- Espresso with steamed milk was deliciously bold and creamy. Overall Service: They can multitask so well handling their coffee while conversing with customers. It's a fun vibe. read more

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What a quaint location! We enjoyed everything from the fresh sweet treats, the hot cappuccino, and the ambiance of this little cafe. read more

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