Brand new Costa Coffee with stunning views of The Mound and Edinburgh Castle opens on Princes Street
The new store opening comes after Costa Coffee’s Hanover Street location closed in 2024
Costa Coffee has opened a brand new cafe on Princes Street with stunning views of Edinburgh Castle and The Mound.
The new location is situated beside the Office shoe store and above Blank Street Coffee on the busy shopping street.
The first-floor venue offers views across the Old Town, sitting directly across from The Mound and the National Gallery.
It comes after Costa Coffee closed its nearby Hanover Street venue in February 2024.
The new location was previously the home of YO! Sushi, which closed its doors in early 2026.
Scott Kennaway, area manager at Costa Coffee, said: "We’re excited to open our new Princes Street store in such a vibrant and historic part of Edinburgh.
“With incredible views of the castle and a welcoming, modern space, this store offers something truly special.
“We look forward to becoming part of the daily routine for both locals and visitors.”
Alongside bringing Costa Coffee back to the city centre hotspot, the new cafe has also created new local job opportunities with seven new staff members joining the store.
Edinburgh North and Leith MP Tracy Gilbert said: “Costa Coffee’s new store on Princes Street is a welcome addition to Edinburgh North and Leith.
“It’s great to see continued investment in our local high streets, along with new opportunities for jobs and skills development. I’m pleased to see a commitment to supporting staff and contributing positively to the community.”