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!

This was such a great recommendation by our Airbnb hosts. This is a small cafe but the staff know…read morewhat they are doing. They know how to get people in and out efficiently without feeling rushed, and they know how to maximize on space. We came in as our first meal off the plane, jet lag and all. We were served delicious lattes and Croque Monsieur. I mean, really this Croque Monsieur was amazing. Our other guests had poached egg. All for a reasonable price. Can't say enough good things about this spot and its staff!

Edinburgh is a joy for many reasons - but one of them is that Yelp is King there, just like in the…read moreUSA!! By comparison England needs a big boost (I am trying but I need more help folks....). Anyway back to WofM. We found it on Yelp and it was just around the corner from our AirBNB. It has been around for about a decade and is basically not much more than a hole in the wall. Disregard appearances from across the street - it maybe a bit dark inside but it is clean and the staff upbeat. They serve only breakfast and lunch. We took breakfast - both the coffee and the full breakfast were good and good value for money. I understand why they don't open for dinner - soooo many good options in Edinburgh. However would I recommend for breakfast or all day lunch (I uploaded a pic of the menu) YES! If I am back in Edinburgh and close then I will definitely revisit Review #81 2019

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.

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.

Spent a lovely morning grabbing a smoothie here. It was a banana and mango smoothie, very rich and…read moreflavourful. My friend and I were moving from one Airbnb to another and this was in between. Service was fast and very friendly! It's such a nice place to sit and relax, they have lots of food and drink options and they have tables outside in the sun.

Forgot to update this on my second visit. Much less crowded, coffee was fantastic as usual, and the…read moreeggs benedict was also really great. Redemption!

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!

Hyped place but lowkey worth it. We went in the afternoon and it wasn't too busy which was nice…read more The small snacks are the real hero here, had the earl grey pound cake which was fab.

I went there early in the morning! It was not too busy but there are a few guests there already…read more 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.