Diners' Choice: Great for brunch restaurants in Edinburgh/Midlothian

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Updated June 05, 2025

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Urban Angel

4.7

4.7 (943)

£25 and under

British

New Town

About the restaurant

Our café in central Edinburgh is open every day for brunch, lunch, coffee, cake & drinks, sit in or takeaway! We have indoor and outdoor seating available, and we are dog friendly.

We use the finest, carefully sourced produce.

We always save space for walk ins! So if there are no online tables available, please pop by and we will get you seated as soon as possible.

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Paula

Dined 6 days ago

Great food, plenty of choice (and knowledge) for intolerances. Staff fantastic, friendly, bubbly and tbf made the experience!

Greenwoods

4.7

4.7 (1212)

£25 and under

Breakfast

New Town

About the restaurant

The first breakfast brunch venue in Amsterdam finally makes it to Scotland!

ALL DAY Breakfast / Brunch and Lunch menu. Vegan - Vegetarian and Gluten Free dishes and options. Fully licenced and located in the centre of town just off George Street and 5 minutes from Princes Street and the Station.

Dutch inspired and owned.

Homemade drinks and all food prepared fresh daily.

We pride ourselves on sourcing top quality local ingredients and make our products fresh on the premises as much as we can. And of course, we also brought our Dutch roots with us as well. You’ll find it on the menu and in the restaurant itself. Fancy some traditional Dutch ‘appeltaart’ (apple pie)?

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Joanna

Dined 1 day ago

Food was fantastic! The servers were so lovely. Such a relaxed vibe

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Popular dish

Banana Bread Tumble

Popular dish

The Classic Eggs Benedict

Loudons Fountainbridge

4.6

4.6 (55)

£25 and under

Breakfast

Edinburgh

About the restaurant

Loudons Café & Bakery serves Scottish and continental delicacies from its location at 94B Fountainbridge. Burgers, quiche, soup and pancakes, as well as a vast selection of cakes feature on a menu where most items are made on site and ingredients are locally sourced. The large centrally located cafe is child-friendly and has outdoor seating and free wi-fi and house an in-house bakery downstairs. Loudon's is about ten minutes’ walk away from Haymarket Railway Station, and a sixteen minute walk from the historic Edinburgh Castle.

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Vicki

Dined 6 days ago

So nice lovely atmosphere food was brilliant. Delicious

The Huxley

4.6

4.6 (934)

£25 and under

Scottish

Westend

About the restaurant

The X marks the spot to the hottest place in town. Pop on down for a spot of breakfast, some people watching or after work drinks.

Dive into our food menu that features both hearty dishes and tasty small plates, perfect for any time of day!

Sip on local draught beers, explore wines from around the world or get adventurous with our creative, experimental cocktails.

Whether you're here for a full meal or just to unwind with a drink, we've got the laid-back atmosphere and delicious options to make every visit memorable.

🧒 Under 18s welcome until 10pm with food
🐶 Dog-friendly
️🍽 Last food orders 9.45pm
⚽️ We show sport
🏃 Walk-ins welcome
🍸 Drinks only bookings welcome
📅 Contact us directly for bookings of 9 or more

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Kimberley

Dined on Jun 25, 2025

The haggis fries are a good choice! An excellent view if you can get the table overlooking the castle.

Down the Hatch - South Queensferry

4.6

4.6 (2800)

£26 to £40

Canadian

Edinburgh

About the restaurant

North American influenced food, with quality locally sourced ingredients!

Note that last bookings for breakfast are 11am and first bookings for all day menu are 12pm. This gives a chance to reset and get ready for our all day menu.

There are now parking restrictions within the marina, we will validate your parking for you in order for you to get your parking for free. Please give us your registration plate when you arrive.

Please note that we are currently cashless, card payment only.

Please note that we do not have toilets on site but there are public toilets a 2min walk across the marina.

Our outside area is covered and heated in the colder months. There is the chance of some side wind/rain though if it's blowing a hoolie!

We are family friendly, when booking that a buggy/pram counts as a cover - let us know. :)

Full terms: https://www.downthehatchcafe

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Craig

Dined on Apr 26, 2025

First visit for a while but as good as previous visits. Quick and friendly service. The food was superb and the coffee is really good so well worth having a second cup.

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4.6

4.6 (41)

£25 and under

Breakfast

Edinburgh

About the restaurant

Scran New Town is the perfect spot for a brunch experience that is as lively as it is delicious. Our brunch menu celebrates fresh, local ingredients, blending classic favorites with unique twists to create dishes that surprise and satisfy. But what truly sets our brunch apart is the option to go ‘boozy’ enjoy brunch with a delightful selection of cocktails crafted to kickstart your day with style, from mimosas to Bloody Marys and beyond. It’s brunch, but with a spirited touch that makes any morning or weekend gathering a little extra special.

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Katherine

Dined on Jun 25, 2025

Food was lovely and quick to come out, service was good, would definitely go back!

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Experience

Boozy Brunch

Loudons New Waverley

4.6

4.6 (67)

£25 and under

Breakfast

Edinburgh

About the restaurant

8 years in the making and part of Edinburgh's New Waverley development within the old town, this is our newest creation. Hidden just behind the Royal Mile and only 5 minutes walk from Waverley train station, Holyrood Palace and the Scottish Parliament building.

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Kathy

Dined on Jun 26, 2025

My son has a gluten allergy, and the staff was very helpful in identifying food that he would enjoy.

Southpour

4.3

4.3 (64)

£25 and under

Gastro Pub

Newington

About the restaurant

Welcome To Southpour
Located in a perfect spot on a cosy corner of Newington, you’ll find us serving a selection of our favourite things, from craft beers and boutique spirits to seasonal, fresh food and coffee.

So whether you’re in for brunch, lunch, dinner, catch up cocktails with friends, or just to grab a coffee and use the WiFi… you’ll find a warm welcome from us.

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Angela

Dined on Jun 27, 2025

Good was fantastic and staff were brilliant! We will definitely be back!

Mimi's Bakehouse - Leith

4.2

4.2 (129)

£25 and under

Breakfast

Edinburgh

About the restaurant

Mimi’s Bakehouse is a second-generation family business established in Edinburgh in 2010, when Michelle Phillips sold her family home to open a bakery café in Leith. We have gone on to build a local success story brand that gives people a ‘hug when they walk in the door’ as the original café has since doubled in size and the business has gained five more shops, a successful website selling cakes online and a concession at Archerfield Walled Garden. We also opened an industrial bakery in March 2020, out of which most online trade is produced for fulfilment. Mimi’s Bakehouse has become one of Edinburgh’s best-loved bakeries and an award-winning brand which is a well-known “feel good” place to visit, while remaining small enough to go the extra mile and try new things.
We serve brunch, afternoon tea, coffee and cake.

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Janette

Dined on Jun 13, 2025

My absolute go-to for a quick catch up with friends. Great service, lovely atmosphere and delicious drinks (we didn't eat on this occasion, but know from previous experience that the scones are amazing!) They've closed half of the premises but there's still plenty of space for people, but I would recommend booking in advance

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3.8

3.8 (404)

£25 and under

Scottish

Queensferry

About the restaurant

The Little Bakery offers a delicious range of home-baked cakes and goodies, breakfasts, afternoon teas, and quality coffee.
We cater for vegan and gluten free dietary requirements.
Events cakes available including wedding.
Gift vouchers purchase online or instore.

Located in the historic picturesque town of SouthQueensferry close to the spectacular views of The Three Bridges.

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Niall

Dined on Jun 21, 2025

Lovely brunch, pleasant staff, great cakes. Will be back again

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