Whether it’s poached eggs and avocado toast, a full Scottish fry up, or a stack of pancakes – brunch has become a serious dine out experience. We asked readers on our Facebook page their favourite place for a spot of not-quite-breakfast, not-quite-lunch in Edinburgh. This is where they recommended.
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The best places to go for brunch in Edinburgh (Photo: McLarens on the Corner) Photo: McLarens on the Corner
. Loudons
Loudons is an Edinburgh staple, serving all-day breakfast at its restaurants in New Waverley and Fountainbridge. From a full breakfast with haggis and all the trimmings, to vegan pancakes, there's something for everyone. Photo: Lori Delaney
. Scran
Scran serves all day breakfast at its bistro in North Bridge Arcade, Old Town - like this veggie stack (left). Meanwhile, its new sister venue in 36 North Bridge has just started serving brunch and cocktails for the perfect boozy brunch in the Capital. Photo: @nikidavaki
. The Garden Bistro
The Garden Bistro can be found in Saughton Park Walled Gardens, not far from Murrayfield Stadium. Brunch offerings include a full Scottish breakfast, veggie breakfast, Scotch pancakes, eggs royale (pictured) and more. Photo: www.thegardenbistro.co.uk
. McLarens on the Corner
McLarens on the Corner serves its mouthwatering brunch from 10am – midday, Monday – Sunday. The restaurant in Morningside Road, near the Meadows, offers locally sourced produce and also provide children’s breakfasts. Photo: Manon Metayer
5. Mimi's Bakehouse
You can find Mimi's Bakehouses all over the city, from Comely Bank to the Royal Mile. The popular bakery serves all-day brunch at some of its sites - but just serves French Toast at Leith and waffles at Corstorphine. Photo: Mimi's Bakehouse
6. Pirlous
Found in the ever-popular Grassmarket area of Edinburgh, Pirlous is a Mediterranean eatery and coffee house which serves a mean shakshuka. You can also get avocado on sourdough (with smoked salmon or Greek feta), Scottish oats with a variety of toppings, and a bacon focaccia sandwich - all washed down with local coffee. Photo: Jacob Campbell for Pirlous
7. The Olive Branch
The Olive Branch in Broughton Street, New Town, has a big brunch menu. Choose from the classics house breakfast, veggie breakfast, vegan breakfast to Eggs Pacifico, and potato rosti topped with poached eggs. Photo: The Olive Branch
8. Café Vigo
Café Vigo in St John's Road, Corstorphine, serves up a mean brunch - like this eggs Benedict with crispy bacon. Dishes range from a 'butcher's choice' breakfast, to vegan and veggie options, breakfast wraps, black pudding hot rolls, and more. Photo: Café Vigo Corstorphine