In our latest reporters’ recommendations feature, we take a look at our favourite coffee shops in Edinburgh, with so many great places to go to grab a cuppa in the Capital. Our choices include coffee shops across the city from Corstorphine to Leith and up the Bridges and down the Grassmarket.
We reveal what we think are the best places for people to go for a nice quiet space to have a coffee.
. Toast
Evening News deputy editor Ginny Sanderson chose this Leith establishment as her favourite place to go for a coffee. She said: "You’re lucky if you get a seat in Toast at Leith Shore, even during the week it is bustling at lunch time. And for good reason, the coffee is great, the location by the Water of Leith is idyllic, and the brunch here is scrumptious." Photo: Contributed
. Kilimanjaro Coffee
Trainee reporter Neil Johnstone chose this Nicolson Street coffee shop as his favourite in the city. He said: "As a relatively new dad I find myself assessing coffee shops by the quality of babyccinos - and Kilimanjaro Coffee definitely takes first place in my opinion. My daughter (inset) absolutely loves them! Always a vibrant atmosphere with great food and coffee it’s also a great place to watch the world go by." Photo: Connie Ma, Wikimedia.
5. Mary's Milk Bar
Reporter Anna Bryan chose Mary's Milk Bar at the Grassmarket. She said: "It’s not exactly a coffee shop, but the brews at Mary’s Milk Bar are delicious - and you can get a delicious gelato or sweet treat to accompany your hot drink. It’s perfectly located, so you can take your take-away coffee for a walk around the Grassmarket." Photo: Ian Georgeson
6. Press Coffee
This coffee shop on Buccleuch Street was chosen by Evening News editor Rhoda Morrison as her favourite in the city. She said: "Although it’s sometimes very difficult to get a table at Press Coffee, it’s my go-to place when I’ve got a spare hour to read my book or do some work. The coffees are lovely, as is the hot chocolate, and there’s lots of great options if you’re having food too." Photo: Google
7. Kate's
Kate's on Causewayside was chosen by trainee reporter Anabelle Gauntlett as her favourite coffee shop in Edinburgh. She said: "A beautiful little coffee shop in Newington that strives off its beautiful homemade cakes and organic produce. Kate’s is a family-run independent business that is perfect for reading a book, catching up with friends or escaping for a cosy hot chocolate. Books that spark your curiosity are spotted around the cafe for you to have a nose at during your stay there. Overall, the staff are very welcoming and you’re always promised a superb coffee." Photo: Google