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I had to try this super hyped coffee spot while I was in Edinburgh. We stopped by the new location first to take some pictures, but ended up getting our coffee and pastries from the original location further down the street. We ordered an iced latte, a black coffee, an espresso walnut brownie, and the chai glazed cardamom bun. The staff was nice and gave us a few recommendations, which were super helpful since it was our first time there. The café itself is pretty small, with limited indoor seating and a few tables outside. There was an organized queue to get in and order, but it moved pretty quickly, so the wait wasn't bad at all. Everything was good, but I can't say it was the best coffee or pastries I've ever had. Maybe my expectations were just too high because of all the hype, but I was definitely expecting a little more.
I went there early in the morning! It was not too busy but there are a few guests there already. The decors are very chic. And cashier and barista are both very friendly! I shared the window sitting area with another guest. So many yummy pastries to choose from. I got cardamom and saffron bun and chai latte! They are both delicious and definitely worth the visit.
I went to the Milkman a few times for a coffee while in Edinburgh! The staff keeps the line moving and helps with the flow of foot traffic. I LOVED the tomato/cheese croissant and inhaled it so fast that I didn't get any photos. This is a cute (read: Instagrammable) spot and there are a couple of locations in the area.
The pastries were okay. I was disappointed given how many times I see it being recommended. After trying it, my hunch is that there aren't many other places in Edinburgh that make pastries? Definitely don't wait in line if there are more than 10 people in it. When we went, there were 6 people in front of us and it went by fairly quickly - about 7-8 minutes. I got the cruffin and morning bun, both not bad, just fine.
One of the places with the best view in Edinburgh. People literally compete to grab the corner seats by the window. Sure, the view is beautiful, but nothing should overshadow the amazing coffee and the bakery items that make you want to eat the entire counter. In my 42 years of life, I've never had a cinnamon bun this good anywhere in the world. I think I'll spend the rest of my life searching for this exact flavor again. The Milkman will stay in my memory just as vividly as Edinburgh itself.
obviously, as a coffee lover, I had to try this place because it is high on everyone's list of recommendations. Everything was great. I had a latte which was good, not my favorite, but definitely drinkable. The pastries were amazing, and I had an almond croissant, which definitely was the highlight of this stop.
Friendly service, great coffees and perfectly baked sweet treats! Smaller inside than I thought from other pics.almond croissant and flat white highly recommend.
Cappuccino was delicious. Service: friendly staff, welcoming the moment you walk in. Ambience: quaint and cozy, this location is very limited on space on the inside. If you're early before the rush you may be able to grab a seat. When weather permits it's nice to sit on the outside.
It was a suggestion by 2 locals and glad we stopped by! The shop is cozy and Welcoming but pretty small. During peak times you will find a line out the door, but if you are patient the coffee is worth it. I always visit local coffee shops while I travel and the Milkman was no disappointment. They have pastries and merch as well, which adds to the adventure.
Super cozy cafe! Definitely a gem, the baked good are delicious and they make good drinks. I'd say it's worth the line! Glad I stopped by.
2 years ago
Small, cozy coffee shop located in Old Town that is conveniently located just up the street from Waverley Station and a 'block' over from the Royal Mile. We headed straight here right before our walking tour of Edinburgh. They have a small menu of coffee, tea, and drinks, and a light selection of pastries available in their display case. The prices are reasonable and staff are friendly. We ordered the mocha, latte, hot chocolate, and some pastries to fill our bellies before our two hour tour. To prevent crowding, we were asked to wait outside and they would bring our orders out. Not a problem as outside seating is available and it's a lovely spot to people watch and admire the surrounding buildings. Our orders took a bit longer than expected and so we had to quickly head over to our next stop. Just allow yourself ample amount of time if you have somewhere to be. Our coffees were pretty standard. My mocha was light on the chocolate flavor, but this seemed to be the theme throughout our time in the UK. My pastry on the other hand was outstanding! I don't remember what it was called, but it had raspberries and it was so delicious. My only regret was only getting one. I would have liked to sit and enjoy a sip or two at the shop as every nook of the shop was quaint and Instagramable. I loved the stone interior, wooden accents, and worn and weathered look. Totally my jam! Highly recommend a stop here and would love to come back again one day. read more
3 years ago
We enjoyed the Milkman so much we ended up going to both locations within a day. We started at the location further away from the castle, where we got breakfast (almond croissant and some sort of danish), coffee and a chai latte. We sat ourself on the picnic table and had a good view to people watch. My only disappointment was I really wanted one of the ceramic mugs they had on display but they weren't for sale (we have a friend nicknamed the Milkman so would have been fun to get it for him). I really enjoyed the interior feel of the space. read more
5 years ago
Milkman was my very first stop when I arrived in Edinburgh, the most perfect little coffee shop to escape the rainy day for a little bit. I ordered an oat latte and a tasty oats pastry. I stopped back in a couple other times during my stay for to go drinks. I highly recommend this location and can't wait to return! read more
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What a cute cafe in Edinburgh! I had a latte and americano which were lovely. I could have easily sat here all day drinking coffee and enjoying a book. They have a wide selection of baked goods. I had the croissant which was deliciously flaky. I would definitely recommend starting your day here or stopping by for an afternoon pick me up. read more
2 years ago
WONDERFUL COFFEE! So glad reviews led us to this cute shop. Super friendly staff. A great place to take a break between city hikes! read more
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Got a lot of recommendations for this place so I went on a Sunday morning. It was super crowded... it's a very small cafe with very little seating areas so you're almost bumping into people next to you unintentionally. Was really hoping for larger bakery selection-- that day they didn't have the millionaires shortbread that I was really hoping to try, so I opted for the croissant muffin.. it took me by surprise! it was super delish and fresh tasting. Latte was pretty solid, wish there was a stronger chai/cinnamon flavor. The wait for this was a good 10 minutes when it was busy. Prices were pretty reasonable for what you are getting... you could tell the baristas individually took extra time on each one of them and hand delivered them to you. Their delivering system kinda confused me however since they didn't give you a number of anything to track for the barista... so when the drink was done, they basically would walk it around and even outside to those waiting calling out the drink order. I would come back to try their matcha and other bakery items- hoping for some unique twists for bakery offerings. I would also recommend seasonal limited addition latte offering besides their menus to help give customers more options and make them want to come back each month ! read more
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Friendly service. Small space but was able to find a seat to eat my pastry. Great location. Would recommend! Had a cappuccino and chocolate croissant. read more
3 years ago
I had been reading about this coffee shop for years. I was so excited to finally be able to visit. It did not disappoint. The staff are super friendly. The shop is small but cute. I was able to catch the window seat for a rest from all of the walking. Oh, and one of the best lattes I've ever had. Pure coffee bliss read more
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Small on space, big on taste. Really great little shop at the end of Cockburn. The cappuccino was top, didn't require any extra addings on my part. Excited that I was (finally) able to source some gluten free pastries: the salted caramel brownie. The texture was more than favorable for gluten free and the flavour excellent. Prices fair for quality as 2 coffees and 3 pastries ran £14. Small space surrounding inside. provides about 6-8, maybe 10 seats. Two tables are outside when the weather is fair. Milkman came highly recommended and didn't disappoint. read more
Our first stop in Edinburgh was The Milkman. I had a delicious herbal tea, and my friend got a latte. Service was quick despite how busy it was. We got some chairs to sit, but it is a very small place. They said it's rare that they have open seating. I also got a vegan brownie but ate it too fast to take a picture. So delicious! I would visit The Milkman again. read more
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Very reasonable prices, great music, perfect decor. Hidden gem in the city of Edinburgh. They have great outdoor seating and lots of live plants inside. The staff is very kind and they have water as any good coffee shop should ;) Highly recommend if you're in the market for a great place to work, read, chat or just sip some caffeine and relax read more
3 years ago
Delicious pastry and cappuccino! Highly recommend and service was nice, too!! My husband loved his cinnamon roll and iced latte. read more
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This coffee shop is absolutely charming with a wonderful staff on a delightful street. Either while making your way into Old Town Edinburgh, or making your way out of Old Town, you simply must stop by The Milkman for a coffee and tasty treat. My sister and I popped into the shop shortly before closing time (approx 30 mins). Instead of getting the impression that the staff were really eager to leave and regretted seeing another customer walk through the door, we felt very welcome. We sat in the adorable window seat for a little while and enjoyed our coffees. The staff were very friendly as we discussed the places that we had already seen in Edinburgh and where we were heading next. They even gave us some tasty treats on the house (which were delicious). I highly recommend this shop as a destination in Old Town. read more
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7 Cockburn Street
Edinburgh EH1 1BP
United Kingdom
Old Town, Royal Mile
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07772 077920
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