Address: 7 North Bridge, Arcade, Edinburgh, EH1 1QL, United Kingdom
Rating: 4.2
based on 251 reviews.
Menu Variety and Creativity
Pros:
"I loved that they had menu options that were creative/unique."
"Really enjoyed the French toast and coffee. The salmon eggs Benedict also flavorful."
"So many unique options and not to mention all day breakfast, really is something for everyone."
"The pizza fries are also a MUST! Topped with passata, mozzarella, and pepperoni - one of the best creations I've ever had."
"Best Peach Bellini ever as for the cheesecake… it was so fantastic that I doubt I will ever eat any other cheesecake again."
"The veggie stack had some serious height to it and it would have been a challenge to finish even if I wasn’t hungover!"
"Stopped here for lunch since they have good vegan options for my vegan and vegetarian friends."
"The place is located near The national museum of Edinburgh and near the center of the city. Several foods and drinks options."
Cons:
"Waffles tasted a bit store bought, chicken was ok."
"Both the chicken and the waffle were obviously store bought and lacked taste."
"A bit disappointed everything seems to be served with chips which were just frozen standard french fries."
"Burgers big size. Chicken and pesto wrap unfortunately soggy as heated on a grill meant the pesto had separated."
"Waffle is not soft and crunchy. :("
"The pizza loaded fries were pretty good, could have done with some more cheese!"
"I had ordered the Croque Monsieur and when it arrived did not seem toasted at all."
"The Mexican Chicken wrap is everything except a Mexican chicken wrap. Super bland and tasteless."
Service and Staff
Pros:
"Service was prompt and kind, as well."
"The service was attentive and quick. Would recommend."
"The staff are really lovely and helpful. Place was clean and well equipped."
"The staff are really friendly. We’ll definitely be back."
"Staff is really friendly and helpful with the menu. Prices are normal for Edinburgh."
"Apart from good marketing on social media, the team welcoming you is fantastic, friendly and cheerful."
"The staff can make or break an experience, the staff here are very helpful."
"I was pretty taken aback by how poor the service was here. The bar tender spent most of his time flirting with two tables to take our order."
Cons:
"Staff were pretty inattentive, even though there were more than enough employees for the number of people eating here."
"For a chain with multiple locations, you'd think its workers would have more accessible training."
"It took a long time for someone to come over to even place our order."
"Took a while for our order to be taken but did only seem that there was 1 member of staff on."
"I tried to tip when I went to pay the other day and was told the cafe do not allow you to add a tip when paying by card."
"Girls with attitude problems who are dismissive & rude. Couldn’t cater for an egg allergy."
"Waiter to ld us that the chicken is halal but if fried it will be mixed with pork so won't be halal and advised not to order the chips for the same reason."
"We waited 10 minutes and then left, as they were obviously not bothered enough to serve us."
Atmosphere and Location
Pros:
"The bistro was so cute and nicely decorated!"
"The place is very nice, has a calm zen atmosphere, no overpowering music, no overpowering smells, no overpowering lights."
"Great food with great views!"
"Outdoor and indoor seating."
"The place is really nice for the atmosphere, our servers were also very friendly!"
"Warm and amazing little place, had to visit for breakfast 2 days in a row because we wanted to try other things on the menu."
"We went at the busiest hour and still found a table to eat after 10 min wait."
"The atmosphere in this little joint is first-rate, the service quick, efficient, and friendly."
Cons:
"The table was very small and it was hard to keep 2 plates and tea pot and cups."
"A bit small but there are seating area inside and outside."
"The food was great but the service was not."
"The teapots are useless, all the tea falls out."
"The only usable cubicle (which didn't have grim looking liquid all over the toilet seat, or it's seat hanging off), had large holes kicked in the door."
"The industrial table and chairs made from old gear parts were some of the most uncomfortable, and downright dangerous I’ve sat at."
"We went for breakfast whilst on a short break to Edinburgh. My son had seen good reviews for this place. Whilst the location is good the menu has no options for a vegan."
"Located centrally, this lovely little cafe is hidden away in the arcade."
Price and Value for Money
Pros:
"Service was pleasant, the portions were healthy and good value for money."
"Portion sizes were smaller than expected, and price of coffee was rather obnoxious, not much change from £4 for an average cappuccino/ latte."
"A great place to stop by if you find yourself in Edinburgh :)"
"The food is delicious. We had 4 small plates to share and they were all really tasty."
"Portion sizes are very generous here."
"The portions are generous - especially the stack breakfast."
"We were 3 people and each of us ordered a loaded fries dish and we weren’t able to finish it because of how big the portions was."
"This place offers a serious feed for a very reasonable price, especially considering the location."
Cons:
"The food was tasty but a bit pricey."
"A bit pricey for lunch and better to be had elsewhere for less."
"It was on the more pricey side, but justified by the decor, views, and Instagram worthy plates."
"Portion sizes were smaller than expected, and price of coffee was rather obnoxious, not much change from £4 for an average cappuccino/ latte."
"A discretionary 10% service charge is also added to your bill, which I hate, as you have to ask to be removed."
"The staff were great and I couldn’t even touch the second half of my wrap, because of the generous portions."
"My only downside is that dairy alternatives were charged at an additional 70p which I thought was steep."
"And if you take alternative milk or sweetener, expect to be robbed."