Edinburgh breakfast: The 13 best brunch places to eat in Edinburgh, chosen by our readers
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.
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