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
9. City Cafe
Did someone say bacon on French toast? Breakfast is served all day long at the diner-style City Cafe in Blair Street, Old Town. Choose from classics like a full Scottish breakfast to pancakes and waffles, morning rolls and more. And wash it all down with a milkshake. Photo: City Cafe Edinburgh
10. Reds
"Excellent brunch menu, and lots of choices for every taste! Brunch on the high street then a walk along the prom!" Said one reader of this family-run restaurant in Portobello High Street. Photo: Reds Edinburgh
11. Tani Modi
A small family run café in Hanover Street, New Town, Tani Modi serves up breakfast until 2pm. Options include pancakes, toasted bagels, veggie breakfast, full breakfast, and - our personal favourite - The Scotsman, which comes with haggis. Photo: Tani Modi
12. Montpeliers
Found in Bruntsfield Place, Montpeliers serves brunch scran like The Full Monty - Chargrilled chicken, Christies pork sausages, Ayrshire bacon, eggs, potato scone, Scottish minute steak, Heatherfield haggis, black pudding, tomato - as well as pancakes, breakfast butties and more. Photo: Montpeliers