Best brunch in Edinburgh
Where to brunch in Edinburgh — neighbourhood cafés, all-day breakfast counters and weekend institutions.
Top brunch spots in Edinburgh
12 locals' picks — neighbourhoods, price tiers and what to order.
Café St Honoré
$$$New Town
French bistro brunch in close-end alley.
Order: French brunch
Eteaket Tea Concept Store
$$Frederick St
Tea-house brunch with afternoon plates.
Order: Tea brunch & scones
Hula Juice Bar
$Tollcross
Smoothie-bar brunch grab.
Order: Smoothie bowls
Hula Juice Cafe
$$Grassmarket
Cosy juice bar brunch in Old Town.
Order: Açaí bowl & avo toast
Loudon's Café & Bakery
$$Fountainbridge
Big airy brunch room.
Order: Pancake stack
Lovecrumbs
$West Port
Cake-counter brunch grab.
Order: Cake & coffee
Mary's Milk Bar
$Grassmarket
Cult gelato shop with brunch service.
Order: Gelato + breakfast
Söderberg
$$Quartermile
Swedish bakery brunch chain.
Order: Swedish brunch & cardamom bun
The Mussel & Steak Bar
$$Grassmarket
Hearty brunch with mussels & steak.
Order: Brunch steak & eggs
The Pantry
$$Stockbridge
Stockbridge brunch favourite, queue early.
Order: Smoked salmon stack
Twelve Triangles
$$Multiple
Cult bakery brunch counter.
Order: Doughnuts & breakfast pastries
Urban Angel
$$Hanover St / Stockbridge
Organic brunch favourite since 2004.
Order: Eggs royale
Frequently asked
- Local favourites include our handpicked locals' list and the all-day kitchen at The Kitchin. We prioritise spots that take walk-ins or open early on weekends.