Lovely little place for a quick coffee and a pastry on a Sunday morning or any time of the day…read morereally. The interior is quite simple with pictures on the walls that give the place the right touch of colour. I love the view towards the tea pots and coffee machines behind the counter. So colourful! The location is ideal near the Meadows. The staff is very friendly. Toilets are clean. I had ordered a cafe latte and a pastry. Both tasted delicious. Sometimes the floor started to shake, but I assume this is from the coffee machine. Not much space so and if you prefer a private conversation I would suggest to move to the corner in the back, otherwise be ok with people listening into your conversations :-) Enjoy!

When you're newly arrived in Edinburgh (two months counts still, don't tell me it doesn't) and…read morehaven't found work yet, things like going out for coffee seem like the only kind of luxury you can afford. The disappointment arrives after the coffee turns out to be...eh...well... that sort of response. If I don't close my eyes and give out a long contented sigh when the coffee first passes my waiting lips, I won't subject my mouth to further torment. Luckily for those of us in the Toll Cross hood, Machina is the kind of coffee you close your eyes to enjoy. It's pretty obvious when you step in there: the boards showing you the different methods of brewing, the shiny pretty espresso machines for sale, the long time it takes them to make your cappuccino. There aren't many seats, in fact it's probably bigger than your living room. Not mine, mine is tiny, which is why I sit in Machina as long as I can milk my hot beverage. But it's cool people watching for those few who do get to sit because lots of meadows-meanderers come through for to-go options, and the long uncomfortable minutes while they wait make them antsy and squirmy (it somehow feels wrong to pull out your phone here, so these people mostly just stand there, reading about espresso machines, trying not to look at anyone else) and it's pretty funny. And I've seen DOGS inside, which gives them BONUS stars.

Wonderful coffee house on Holy Island. Coffee is delicious, service is very friendly, and the spot…read moreis cozy - especially on a windy day. We didn't eat anything, but I did leave with a t-shirt! Like others mentioned, very environmentally conscious. Wish we had arrived earlier in the day to (sensibly) have more than one! A definite stop for our next visit to the island.

It's a wonderful place. It's a family run, socially-minded speciality coffee shop and roastery, on…read morethe beautiful, windswept and wild Holy Island of Lindisfarne in North Northumberland. There's a separate on site building for its roastery. The coffee is ace, we got a flat white, a cappuccino and two Americanos and the coffee smell was delicious. I've noted many of the chain coffee places don't have this notable inviting aroma. The home - made cakes and sweet treats were delicious too. I'd give it 5 green stars for its environmental commitments. It was real busy and we had to stand a while to get the bench seating outside in a breezy almost warm day. They had ample room inside but almost everybody opted for outdoors. They say that their mission is to bring top quality, speciality grade, carefully sourced arabica coffee beans from around the world, into the hands of UK coffee lovers. I agree they do. I would have liked to find out if their coffee is shade grown and if they buy from all female farm workers. I wonder too if they decaffeinate their own coffee and if so how? Really worth supporting.

Friendly staff, and good coffee. Highly recommended for those looking for a quick caffeine kick…read morewhile touring Edinburgh

Awesome outlet for roasters (!) Williams and Johnson. Basic setup focused on own roasts, pour over…read moreor through Synesso machine. Selection of doughnuts, croissant and bagels. Set in the incredible Custom House with art and artistry at every turn. Absolutely one for the purist.

Great coffee, pastries, and people watching! And the staff are quite laid-back. The food menu…read morelooked good too, if you want to linger and have breakfast or lunch there.

After getting a bite from the Stockbridge Market, I was getting quite thirsty. As we wandered…read morearound Stockbridge, we found this cute coffee shop. The space is cozy as we luckily found a couch to sit on. I ordered the Loose Leaf Tea (£2.50). It even came in a teapot and some milk, which was more than I was expecting. I also loved the Tiffany blue cups they have here --I'm a sucker for anything in my favorite colour. While we already ate, the food looked delicious as well as I peered over at those around us. Good spot to grab a drink or brunch in Stockbridge.

One of the best places to go if you're at all interested in coffee and tea…read more Not only do they sell a huge variety of tea and coffee for you to take home but they will also make you one of the best Lattes or Cappucinos you've ever had. Knowledgeable and friendly staff, they're a family firm which really shows in the warm service. Highly recommended.

Pumphreys of Newcastle upon Tyne supply the finest quality coffees and teas to all their customers…read morefrom the catering trade to the general public. Not only do they sell a huge variety of tea and coffee for you to take home but they will also make you one of the best Lattes or Cappucinos youve ever had

The Coffee Home is a nice place to be.... I've been there a few times and I can say that it is a…read moreplace I never forget to go... The owner/staff are nice, friendly and always try to make you feel comfortable. Even knowing that now a days most of people have a laptop or computer at home, this place is one of those, that are nice to have some time just to relax and that way everyone can enjoy a wee time to chat, etc...

Lynsey is right - internet cafes are few and far between these days. Although they are a bit…read moreoutmoded by phone apps, wifi and dinky little laptops, some of us do not own such portables and thus find we are often cut short. Being the email fiend that I am, I find this place particularly resourceful if I'm wanting a wee sit down and a Hotmail session for half an hour. It's pretty inexpensive and a wee cheeky cup of tea doesn't break the bank. I am yet to try their smoothies but might give em a go now that Lynsey has talked 'em up. Sometimes caffeine is not in fact the answer, and their choice is useful if you need to rehydrate yourself with something colder. As Lynsey has also outlined this place is small, but if you stop by and avoid the peak times it's usually easy enough to get a PC. This place has been great for me on the countless recent visits to Edinburgh. As much as I love sitting in here and checking what my travelling friends are up to whilst sipping on a brew, it's just as handy for backpackers who are flying by to touch internet base before jetting off to another city. It's a shame that internet cafes have become endangered since they are still necessary, but it's a comfort Coffee Home Internet is still representing!

The best coffee I've had in the UK so far in terms of balance and flavor profile. I had a tall…read moreblack, and it was super tasty. Will be back.

I can only describe this bathroom as rustic-minimalist-chic. Tucked away in the back of the shop,…read morethis cute little commode is sparsely decorated, clean, and well lit. It's made up of two little rooms, and while the quarters are a bit cramped there's plenty of room to get the job done. Highlights typical to the UK include a little button in the wall to flush the toilet, a separate bin for toilet products, and an sleek array of mirrors. A nice blueberry blue paint pulls the simple setup together. My only complaint is that there is not a door hook for a bag - but of course that's never a requirement for a restroom, only a plus. As a side note to my visit, they pulled me a well balanced shot of espresso and then made me an excellent latte as well - actually it was about 8oz or the size I've come to see as a cappuccino in the States. Excellent microfoam and the perfect drinkable temp. Check out the sexi takeaway cups!