It's a little grocery shop, hidden away in a side road in Portobello. They sell a lot of organic…read moreand healthy items, from vegetables and fruits, different types of bread, milk, sweets, olives to organic washing liquid​ and washing powder , simply said for household stuff. The prices are more on the steep side, although still effordable. It's definitely worth exploring.

Earthy sadly closed down a few months ago together with its sister shop in town. It had a good…read moreselection of all things organic although it was quite expensive.

Located in the heart of Portobello High Street, Williamson's screams local flavour. Right down to…read morethe knowledgeable and personable gentlemen that tend the counter; they have a conversation for everyone. My experience of fishmongers isn't extensive to say the least, but on the occasional glance the stock seems to be quite samey with not a lot of variety. That said I don't really know what unusual sea-dwellers I would be looking for. The basics are all covered and there is a small range of squid, octopus, scallops and the like. Prices seems reasonable. My particular favourite being the herrings in dill sauce that come at a little over £2 for a tub. Lovely.

This is a proper fish shop that even has water cascading down the window. There is usually a queue…read moreout the door that's how great this fish shop is. They don't stock a great amount of unusual fish, but you can get tuna and swordfish on a regular basis. They sell the biggest eggs. The eggs are such great value and are nearly always double yolks. The staff are always up for a bit of cheeky banter. As this is a proper fish shop, it's always closed on a Monday.

Greengrocers are few and far between nowadays. The supermarkets are rapidly taking over their…read morebusiness, meaning that you'll be lucky to find one on a high street now. Banana Republic in Portobello is one of the few that I've seen in the city. I love the smell of greengrocers. There's something about the smell of fresh fruit and vegetables that just can't be matched. Although small, this place was packed with all sorts of fruit and veg, with a great deal on the pavement in front to tempt the passers by. No doubt this place is facing stiff competition, and we'd do well to use places like this to stop the supermarkets taking over completely.

Great little fruit and veg shop in Portobello…read more All sorts of healthy goodies here from the basics such as potatoes, onion and carrots to imported items such as blueberries and exotic fruits. All the produce is laid out old fashioned style - eg. on the pavement so you pick what you want and then head inside to pay. There are also some more basic items inside too. It is a busy wee place, especially on a Saturday morning, but there is something gratifying about shopping 'local' or independent and selecting the veggies and fruits you will be using through the week. I have always found that the fruits and veggies I have bought here have always lasted well if I store them correctly and prices are reasonable. As I don't live down here, I'm not here every week but I usually stock up when I'm meeting friends or doing a Findlay's run.

Loved everything about this place Right on the beach, the…read morestaff was so friendly And the food was very yummy ... first time eating Haggis The beach front has old Victorian feel with a glorious walk on the beach after breakfast.

If you're in Portobello and don't stop at The Beach House, you're doing life wrong. This place has…read morethe kind of ocean view that makes you rethink your job, your diet, and your decision to ever leave. I ordered the Turkish eggs and a flat white, and honestly, it felt like brunch therapy. Everything was fresh, rich, and way too good for the price. Then I made the mistake of looking at the pastry case. The cookie I "just wanted to try" was gone before I made it back to my seat, and I briefly considered pretending I dropped it so I could justify getting another. The staff are friendly but efficient in that "we actually like working here" way you don't see often. Even when it's busy, the vibe is relaxed, like everyone collectively agreed to stop being in a hurry. If you're looking for a café with great food, a killer view, and cookies that could end relationships, The Beach House is it.

This a proper sweet shop with sweets in jars that still get weighed out into paper bags. He has…read morereal bargains like creme eggs for 10p and a large range of pocket money priced toys. The shop is so handy for all the schools and most of the school chlidren in the area have Happy Shopper paper bags in their pockets. At Christmas they have a great selection of chocolate oranges, jelly fruits, toblerones, Belgian sea shells and all the confectionery that you associate with the festive season. In fact you probably don't eat them from one year toi the next. Go for the nostalgia, stay for the tooth decay.

great selection of old fashioned sweets ,i go crazy here as a couple of pounds well chosen is a…read morefeast

Bought a £33.00 Steak pie for New Year's Day. Two bites rest in bin. Worst steak pie ever. Sorry…read moremight have caught you on a bad day as your reputation precedes you. Sorry to say dire.

I should be saying I like healthy stuff, I do but sometimes you can't beat a roll 'n' sausage or…read moresome black pud, especially the morning after the night before's over-indulgence. Being Gluten Free, my unhealthy world was somewhat limited until the move to the Burgh. Yes Findlay's, the saviour of my hangover's, I love you! From mucho varieties of sausage (herby, plain, pork, beef, Italian, Spanish just to name a few) to white and black puddings and haggis, there are lots of options for the gluten free gourmet. Have tried four varieties of the sausages, they are fab. All perfectly flavoured and packed full of meat, unlike the 'evil' supermarket versions which are packed full of non meaty extras. The black pudding is just perfect - lightly spiced (not overpowering like some versions) and has converted some non pud eaters, so the requests for some to be despatched West have been received. The daddy of them has to be the haggis. Didn't make it to Findlay's for my own GF Burns' supper, but hell, I'm Scottish and always have whiskey in the bottle, so Burns' night is now April. Gorgeously, moist and spiced haggis, which hasn't dried out as cheaper versions do - just pure class :-) Prices are reasonable too, instead of the usual 'its GF so we'll massively overcharge you for it because we know you'll pay it', it was about £2.50 for black pudding and around £4 for haggis but I bought a few different things at the time so don't quote me exactly on this! Well worth a visit - they have a good reputation for 'normal' products, but for GF products, they are fab :-D

Traditional sweet shop on the Main Street, they also sell ice cream slush puppies and home made pop…read morecorn.

My girlfriend and I just had an amazing and fun meal at this local restaurant. We were simply…read morewalking up the beach, enjoying holding hands and talking. There was a bon fire going on the beach that just happened to be right in front of this place. We opted to stop in check it out and we are glad we did. This place is incredible and just infused with the beach vibe. It could very easily been in Venice, California and fit right in. The interior decor is so much and beachy. Our server was a fun woman named Sid and she was just dripping with spunky personality. Friendly, fast, efficient and always smiling. She made our meal even getter just being herself. The fish and chips were tasty, hot and fresh. The real star of the day was the tomato soup. I've never tasted anything quite like it and I figure they make it in house. I suggest ordering a bowl if you find yourself on Portobello Beach. Big thump up for this local eatery.

Excellent service; wonderful cappuccino. Music at a bearable level…read more One complaint - very cold, and the management wouldn't put the heating on. It IS winter now.