Restaurants, Cafés

The St John’s Church ‘terrace community’ has developed into an ethical, modern-day conscience balm of businesses at the west end of Princes Street, from the One World Fairtrade shop to the Peace and Justice Centre. Henderson’s café sits harmoniously…

Skillfully combining healthy with tasty, it is unsurprising that this juice bar is frequently packed out. With around 40 people sat in between the main room and a snug at the back, as well as a steady stream waiting for takeaway, service remains…

This bright and spacious establishment is now into its thirteenth year as a place to go for meals, coffee, sandwiches and cakes in Pollokshields. The menus and specials have expanded over the years so much so that for reliability and availability it is…

Having given up his very popular Gorgie bakery, Jacob Philip has moved more ambitiously upmarket with his spacious new Haymarket cafe. Sited in a freshly decorated corner unit with a high ceiling and lots of classic touches, the new premises were still…

Lauded as a West End gem for some years now, this upmarket 34-seat café definitely encourages indulgence. Wander in past a deli counter full of temptingly concocted cakes and a shop full of culinary inspiration, and find a seat on the snug mezzanine…

With its no-nonsense décor and various-shades-of-beige colour scheme, Laurie's may at first sight seem a functional place for busy office workers to grab a routine filled roll. Closer inspection reveals its creative side, however: the sandwiches…

Locanda Marina is the refurbished and reinvented version of Café Marina, a wee venue of integrity and above-average food that's fondly held by many who live, work and frequent the tourist-filled streets around the Royal Mile. Marina Crolla remains at…

Sitting on the shores of Loch Leven, the Seafood Café grew from its roots as a shellfish distribution centre. Public demand for the seafood arriving at its doors each day led to the creation of a relaxed and informal bistro led by head chef Barry Moran…

Cleverly, Loudon’s Café & Bakery on Fountainbridge greets people with a table laden with its homemade cakes, like sweet potato chocolate brownie, peanut butter and pumpkin seed cookies, and enticing gluten- and nut-free fancies, for Loudon’s…

This accessible, simply furnished café is child-friendly and sells a good fairtrade coffee. Sitting outside is an option in decent weather as is taking away drinks and food from their menu, which features breakfast and light lunch options of soup and…

This popular lunch stop is appreciated by passers by, walkers, beach combers and locals looking for refreshment on a winding coastal route. Housed in a conservatory which extends to outdoor decking, it has sweeping sea views across Little Loch Broom.

The Marshmallow Lady is part sweet kitchen, part apothecary and part craft fare. In a brightly decorated café with room for a dozen covers, the eponymous sweet treats line the walls in paper bags and jars labelled with the various flavours. The range on…

Useful to keep in mind when the urge to eat a full cooked breakfast strikes in the early afternoon (breakfast is served until 3pm), Maxi’s other brunch options include pancakes or French toast with bacon and maple syrup, porridge and fruit compote, or…

Although still a relative newcomer, this family-run bakehouse has built a loyal following in just a few years. With a reputation for brilliant baking, their counter is piled high with traditional and inventive sponges, cheesecakes and tray bakes beneath…

MJ’s gold-embossed frontage justifiably claims that it is a brasserie. It also has an appropriately Scottish twist and a daytime alter ego as a popular café. Customers are offered a cocooning and enjoyable experience, for which they usually return.

Muddy Boots has grown from a simple roadside tent selling soft fruit to one of Fife’s most popular destinations for family days out and sourcing locally grown produce. The family-run grounds are home to one of the best value-for-money play parks around…

This snug little café, as the name suggests, is as much about keeping the town's youngsters happy as it is about feeding the parents. It is very child-friendly, with a sweet play area, plenty of high chairs, bibs and activities. There is lots for the…