ARGYLE PLACE in Edinburgh, City of

Lovely brunch, lovely atmosphere, lovely staff!

Seriously good coffee and porridge. One of the best breakfast/brunch spots in Edinburgh. Whoever is making the porridges and coming up with the flavours needs a raise! The porridges are perfection. We get excited to try every new flavour. Our favourites were the hazelnut choc and the vanilla peach. The coffee is the closest I can find to decent Aussie coffee here in Edinburgh (that is a compliment), and cafe fitout is very modern, airy, light and open - reminds me of Aussie cafes on the beach.

I love the decor in this cafe, modern Scandinavian minimalism, and they have great coffee and pastries, but I have found the service to be really unfriendly at times. I absolutely understand them having a policy to limit the number/placement of people working on laptops, but the way this is conveyed could be a lot nicer and better explained. I was told I could either sit facing a wall next to the toilet or at the window where the sun was blinding. I asked about a seat at the adjacent window that had more space and some shade and was just told aggressively that that seat was not available, without any explanation. Later, I was in the middle of writing, head down, with a coffee and pastry and the same server (a woman with short, dark-brown hair) interrupted to ask if I wanted to order lunch. I said no and she asked me again, making me feel very unwelcome. It's a shame as this is a lovey space but it's really off-putting to feel like your presence is an imposition and the lack of friendliness in how things are explained and negotiated. I hope that this is something management might see fit to address.

Perfection 👌 beautiful space, lovely staff, and delicious

Every detail has been thought out! The menu is fresh, the atmosphere is bright and relaxing, the music is at the perfect volume. I love this place!

Great food, great service, great place. Loved the chicken caesar!

An incredibly place that elevates the enjoyment of taste! The Bacon Chop brunch dish was incredible! A clean, classy setting a bit away from the busy royal mile - I loved it!

I went to try coffee and a pastry, but the pain au chocolat was so greasy it was unpleasant to eat. I'd go back to try something different but I expected better.

Food and service are consistently really good. Menu changes monthly with seasonal produce. Lots of veggie options. Good coffee.

Tasty but very expensive brunch. I get the seasonal menu but quite limited. Place is very bare, no character really, wouldn’t go back.

The place seems amazing, but we went without reservation in a raining day. I asked a couple of times to seat in a better area, they said they were fully booked but of course they had lots of no shows and even after we finished the tables were empty still. We sat in a horrible place facing a wall. The food was good but the service was not as expected. It’s this kind of place that you feel bothering them just to request your food and water.

I love this place and their pastries. Unfortunately the service is lacking. I’ve been there 3/4 times (and I will probably go again) but I always feel extremely awkward. Feels like you can’t request anything or they get annoyed. Only felt good whilst being served by a tall guy, he is definitely the more friendly in there. — also great ambiance but no hot water in the restrooms?

We enjoyed our morning here as a family! Staff was friendly, the environment was great, my husband described the cinnamon roll as “the Goldilocks of cinnamon rolls (just right)”. We were a bit disappointed at the breakfast though as it was quite expensive and not that great. The coffee was good! We’d go back, just wouldn’t order breakfast.

The BEST brunch restaurant in Edinburgh. Their menu is seasonal, so check out their instagram stories before coming or maybe keep it as a surprise. I had Trout Royal and the hollandaise sauce was like no other - it was cheesy, fresh and flavourful. Good quality eggs. Very generous portion. Their pastries looked amazing. Service was amazing. Food was served within 10 minutes. Excellent value for the portion and taste! Will keep coming back for more!

Fabulous little place just off the meadows which gets plenty of natural sunlight and has best cinnamon buns!

Nice coffee. Lovely cinnamon bun, very fresh. Pleasant staff, Nice atmosphere.

I know it’s a big statement, but this is the best coffee in Edinburgh for me. Flat white and Latte both sampled: both stopped me in my tracks! Highly recommended if you are compiling your own Top Five ⭐️

Very friendly and “hip” cafe. Was quite busy for a Friday midmorning with lots of moms with strollers. The service was excellent as well as the coffee. But… I had the bagel with the egg, mushroom and hash brown. The egg came out sunny side up. I wish I would have been asked how I liked my egg cooked. I assumed it would be poached and not fried so did not have the chance to mention I preferred it over medium. I hate the slimy bit in the sunny side up egg. There was also a weird taste running through the open sandwich and it was not pleasant. Also quite hard to eat with cutlery and impossible to eat as a sandwich… Overall I did not enjoy the meal. The menu was limited with four “brunch” options and wished there were simpler options offered as some of them were a bit odd. So I would come back for the coffee but not the food.

Unbeatable for cafe brunch. Just had a steak plated up here that topped the local steakhouses and was half the price. The kitchen’s always got these varied and well balanced meals on the go, never let us down.

Every time we go there, we have no idea what we'll eat but we know it will be delicious. The menu is seasonal and every plate a balanced combinaison of flavours. Never been disappointed, love eating there. Service is good too!

Not really a cosy place to just stop in for a bite or to do work. Fairly busy for a Thursday afternoon. My sandwich tasted off and for the price I expected better. The service was excellent however.

I mean...it looks good on Instagram, which is what seems to be key these days. The service is clinical; I don't really expect to be told where to sit in a coffee shop. Can't really fault the product; nice slice of cheesecake and decent coffee. Love the minimalist style but a sense of laid-back cosiness is missing from the atmosphere. A bit of music, a more laissez-faire attitude from the staff; these things would help create a warm and welcoming ambience, especially on cold mornings. I tried it once- I wouldn't go out of my way to visit again.

Seriously unreal truffle artichoke soup. Great spot for lunch and a coffee.

Felt a little disappointed in my recent trip to Argyle Place. Clean and minimalist cafe. Looks great from the outside. Went for opening on Sunday at 09:30. Place was empty. First people in. Only 2 of us. Asked if we had a booking. Told only a couple of chairs by the door were available(which is totally fine if it was busy). Was at least 4-5 empty tables the whole time we were there. Service was good. Quick to serve us. But ordered a flat white and cinnamon bun. Flat white came with a hair in it and was basically served half a cinnamon bun. Fairly expensive for what I got. Such a small portion. Little disappointed in the serving size and the fact that we weren’t able to sit at any of the empty tables available. Instead sat beside the draft of the front door.

Arguably the best breakfast/ brunch in Edinburgh. Argyle Place never misses.

The food is incredible! The dishes wouldn’t look out of place at a high end restaurant. Would definitely recommend to everyone.

Top tier food, great coffee, lovely ambience and warm service. What else do you need?

The food is really good but it is always full you need to book in advance. We had to order take away.

We have had some good experiences previously but this one was a let down. Anyone expecting a deli experience for the Reuben sandwich would be surprised at this offering, overcooked and with a little meat overpowered by some sort of cheese sauce. Really a melted cheese toastie that looked burnt. (£14!!). The bagels were better but the one disappointment left us unhappy. They should have changed it when we questioned it.

Silverside beef passed as pastrami in Reuben sandwich, not that nice. For the attention to detail to everything else a big let down on food and coffee.

Really great place for coffee and quite nice chilled out vibe. My partner had the hash brown with mushroom, cavalo Nero and apple ketchup which was really great. I wish I had got that as my Croque Madame was quite disappointing. The honey roasted ham was quite bland as well as extremely dry plus the Gruyère cheese did not really add a lot of flavour. When I had pointed out that my meal was not great we did not receive an apology or an offer of a refund/discount. Which I would expect from a place that is a bit on the more expensive side in comparison to other brunch cafes.

Argyle Place is a regular go-to for us. The food is incredible and the service is always very good. Make sure you try their famous cinnamon buns!

Amazing service always! And the mood of the local neighbourhood that we like. The food menu is a bit complex for us, could be a bit more of simple meals. Coffee had been always great, before the new beans were trialed, again this is the matter of taste I believe. That’s why I have the enclosed pic to ask for the standard beans next time we are there. Thank you guys!

Really lovely place with great coffee and nice breakfast. A smaller selection to choose on the menu and would have liked a more traditional option such as bacon, eggs, sausage, avocado etc... however the ham benedict was good although I wasn't a great fan if the chunks of ham that were a bit dry. Overall, was a pleasant breakfast. Would like to try the lunch menu at some point.

Great Croque Madame and their latte is always really good, a nice bold espresso that really shines. Also the service was really nice, will definitely be back.

I recently visited for the first time, and I have to say, it's already one of my favourite brunch places in Edinburgh! The menu is amazing, with delicious and healthy options that are both satisfying and guilt-free. The space is clean and bright, creating a modern and welcoming atmosphere that makes the experience even better. The staff are also fantastic - friendly, welcoming, and attentive - they do everything to ensure a wonderful experience.

A lovely cafe with great good and service

This place is very near our flat and for the past couple of years we have walked by thinking must try it sometime - then we went, and have returned twice in 2 weeks. Everything is very good indeed. The only thing I would say to it's detriment is that there are a lot of hard surfaces so it gets quite noisy/echoey. Just as well - I might become a permanent fixture !

Super nice cafe with great brunch options

Fantastic! I wanted to ask what brand of coffee machine you use as I have never seen one like that before?

Excellent brunch, beaucoup plus travaillé que ce qu'on peut trouver à Édimbourg ! L'ambiance est plutôt épurée, mais pas déplaisante avec de grandes vitres. Le chocolat chaud n'était en revanche pas le meilleur que j'ai pu gouter, mais le reste de la carte a largement rattrapé le niveau, je recommande, notamment pour les végétariens !

Fantastic place for brunch/lunch, everything from food, service, ambience was 10/10.

Very nice decor, great toilets and coffees were lovely. Like others have said, there was a pressure to agree to be seated in the window when there were free tables and the senior staff were definitely not warm and friendly. I prefer cafes where the decor is perhaps less impressive but you feel valued as a person.

One of the best spots in the city. Love the coffee. Cake selection changes daily. Also, the menu is quite quirky. Never had a bad experience here

Absolute gem of a place. Lovely food and cosy atmosphere. Fig roll (not pictured) was one of the most delicious pastries I’ve ever had!

Wow. Stunning with brill coffee. Very nice

A lovely place for breakfast and coffee

A very cool, yet super welcoming place to stop for some calm from the festival. It's just off the South side of the Meadows, so it's easy to get right back into the festival vibe when your energy is restored. Big and airy space. Really excellent coffee and a delicious bun. Trusted friends recommend the food. Gender neutral toilets downstairs - pay attention or you could end up in a staff area as you pass a few doors and the signage is a bit subtle.

Everything about this place is fabulous. Coffee, service, decor, ambience. Haven't tried the food but it all looked wonderful.

Staff extremely friendly. Toilets spotless. Few stains on material booth seats. Tiramisu absolutely delicious, coffee and hot chocolate good too. Worth a visit.

So, I've been trying a bunch of different cafes in Edinburgh the last two months, and I have to say that this was my favorite cafe, hands down. Batch brew is on point. But the food?!?! Come on. Delicious. I had a bit of time to do some work in the front of the cafe. Atmosphere is also beautiful!

Just had an amazing lunch in this modern restaurant. A short but fascinating menu. Highly recommend trying this wonderful restaurant.

The cafe is bright and airy with great knowledgeable staff. I had a cinnamon bun and oat latte which was prepared very quickly. The bun was really fluffy and fresh. I spent just over £7

I go here only occasionally (it's a bit out of my way) for their speciality coffee, which I find vey good. I just wonder why they are so coy in giving information about it: last time nothing in sight by way of info, and only after some questioning was I given a sheet explaining origin etc.. There were two types, and the waitress seemed a little unsure about which one was used... I guess that while they are roasters, they see their business mostly as a food place. Fair enough, and both their savouries and their sweets look great! Prices are high but in line for Edinburgh given the good quality.

Edinburgh's best lunch spot, I say! It's my go-to. I really appreciate the quality ingredients they use and the frequency of the menu changes. The service is lovely too—it's a very calm and grounding space to be in.

One of the best cafes in Edinburgh. Friendly staff who go out their way to make you happy and incredible food. The steak and eggs was fantastic, as was the rest of the food.

Been coming for a while, absolutely love this place. Good coffee, great food with excellent dietary accommodations, lovely people, and beautiful decor.

I go there everyday to study and I love it! Even when you just get a coffee, they give you a bottle of water to keep hydrated, which is such a nice gesture! The staff offer great service, the coffee’s delicious, and the restaurant is very bright and clean. The small plates and brunch items are creative and well executed!

Great coffee, food and super cute cafe!

First time visit to meet a friend who enjoys the place. The tomato soup with homemade pesto was delicious although too creamy for me I much prefer stock based and the toasted sourdough bread thick cut with whipped creamed butter was superb. My date opted for the corn fritters on an Asian slaw inside blue tortillas making Tacos but served flat more like Tostadas but the taste was really delicious I couldn’t grasp in all my years of cooking what the taste was apartt from the corriander. I opted for the pigs cheek in pitta with tzatziki and slaw, no Mayo which was great but the cheek was very gamey in taste, too strong and had it before and cooked it many times, so only ate half. I had the nut cream donut also made on the premises but I’d advise the chefs to get the piping back deeper into the donut as was dry and chewy without a decent filling. Herbal tea and really first class tasting coffee was an added bonus but as it’s a roasting house and would be disappointing if coffee wasn’t up to scratch. The premises is minimalistic but exceptionally clean which I loved. The toilets are unisex which was a tad confusing hoping I was in the right place as the sign just says Toilets>> Thankfully it was, very clean well looked after and beautiful big pink stone sinks and one doesn’t feel like they have been on a marathon to get there for a tinkle. The staff were excellent with attention to detail and keeping eyes open for anyone needing help with whatever. Small menu, I feel it could be bigger and more choice only by another few dishes as easy coverage to look after even by two chefs. Was glad to see no chips on the menu though although the addition of ice cream choices would be great in this type of place and although no alcohol on sale making it BYOB is something I’d be doing. All in all I enjoyed my first visit and will def return.

Fresh juice, tasty and thoughtful food, huge pastries with a great atmosphere/setting.

Argyle Place café in Edinburgh is an absolute gem! From the moment you step in, the cozy atmosphere and friendly staff make you feel right at home. The coffee is a true delight, with a variety of blends and expertly crafted latte art. The menu is filled with delicious options, catering to all dietary preferences. Whether you're a vegan, vegetarian, or a meat lover, there's something for everyone. The food is fresh, flavourful, and beautifully presented. The cafe also offers a range of mouth-watering desserts that are simply irresistible. The attention to detail and passion for quality shines through in every aspect. Argyle Place cafe is a must-visit for coffee enthusiasts and food lovers alike.

Attractive looking eatery I have passed several times. Finally dined there this morning. Partner had the porridge which they thought was very nice. I asked if eggs benedict was available, answer was "sorry, no." I settled on a coffee and croissant instead. Croissant was cold with a very hard exterior and rather dry. Tried to eat it but gave up. When I asked for the bill our server enquired whether I'd like a takeout box for my croissant, I declined explaining I'd found it inedible. Still charged full whack though!

The French toast is out of this world

Having been here several times… individually, it’s one of the best places to go in Edinburgh.

Loved this open, airy café with amazing pastries and inventive menu items. The truffle mushroom toast was completely unexpected and delicious. We walked quite out of our way to visit this coffee shop and it was so worth it. You get more of a local vibe here and the vibes were unmatched!

I was once passing by & really wanted to visit this place sometime. so today is the day ☺️ very aesthetic, minimalist place. i had a carrot soup with sourdough & my son chose a chocolate croissant 🥐 Loved the portion, soup was great. Croissant was also delicious) Coffee is perfect too ☕️ definitely a place to revisit 👍🏼

We came there specifically to get their cinnamon buns (vegan) as we heard great things, and they are 5/5! I would definitely come back more often if they didn't upcharge for alternative mylks. If you are looking for a different coffee shop to what you usually see in Edinburg, Argyle Place should be on your list as the space is very industrial looking with minimalist design that sets it apart from many coffee shops in the area.

V high quality of food and service- except the coffee, which they roast themselves apparently- very odd. Have tea instead.

I went in a few minutes ago. Asked for coffee and cake and some water. Told the barista how happy I was to have come in on my own for a bit of quiet time as I usually come with the children. She gets out a box for my cake, I tell them I want to sit in; she says we’re full at the moment. I can see at least three tables and the window bar with three seats free with no reserved signs. I feel stunned and stupid and say “fine”; she says sorry for the misunderstanding. It doesn’t feel like a misunderstanding, I feel singled out and mistreated. Will never set foot there again even though it is my local.

One of our favourite spots for brunch. It offers a unique menu which often changes so there’s usually something new to try. The flavour of the coffee is phenomenal. Staff lovely too!

We have been a handful of times now and the food is a hit or a miss. This time a miss. Not much flavour. The bao bun very doughy with little filling. The food was also cold. Unfortunately for the price paid it was not worth it.

I'm not a big fan of the food it's a good place great service good atmosphere

The manageress is dismissive, rude, and an unwise person. If she is allowed to continue to disregard customers' legitimate feedback, Argyle Place is doomed. The coffee and food quality are great. The normal waiting staff are efficent and pleasant. The manageress wanted to stick us on a side bench window seat when the whole seating area was empty. With resistance, she gave us a side table for two, saying all tables were booked. When we left an hour later, there were two tables of four still unoccupied. As we paid, we gave the manageress our feedback. She told us we were wrong and walked away. Given a bit of wisdom, she could have handled our feedback in a courteous way.

The manageress is dismissive, rude and an unwise person. If she is allowed to continue to disregard customers' legitimate feedback, Argyll Place is doomed. The coffee and food quality are great. The normal waiting staff are efficent and pleasant. The manageress wanted to stick us on a side bench window seat when the whole seating area was empty. With resistance, she gave us a side table for two, saying all tables were booked. When we left an hour later, there were two tables of four still unoccupied. As we paid, we gave the manageress our feedback. She told us we were wrong and walked away. Given a bit of wisdom, she could have handled our feedback in a courteous way.

Great prices, trendy decor and well presented food. The nduja sausage brunch dish was more flavourful but didn’t really enjoy the turkey confit focaccia, which tasted under seasoned. Expected a lot more for a place rated 4.9, wasn’t super impressed.

Minimalist meets Industrialism. The aesthetic is simultaneously calming and breathtaking. The food was delicious and the staff goes to arms length to serve the customer. Lastly they have a great taste. It fits perfectly with the ambient of the café. I can only recommend coming here. I will definitely be back soon.

Wow wow wow, my favorite place in Edinburgh. I absolutely love when people care about what are they serving to the customers. You can be truly proud of your hard work! I did not know I love homemade ketchup before I tried yours. The cinnamon bun was perfect, amazing coffee, and very friendly, welcoming staff. Also very beautiful, clean toilets. I will be back tomorrow 🥰

Gorgeous wholesome lunch here the other day. Beautiful soup, hummus and toasted sandwich- plenty to fill us up. The surroundings are beautiful and calming with lovely background music. Friendly efficient service. We’re fans of their coffee beans so now we just need to come back for some of those delicious looking cakes!

The food is AMAZING and the best part? Actually affordable! I feel that the food is gourmet, prepared carefully, and with the best ingredients. My partner and I got two entrees, one shared plate, two drinks for about £15 each! Truly a bargain for the quality of food - I highly recommend this place.

Best salmon in town! Beautiful minimalist atmosphere. Great for slow brunch.

Very nice place and food is great.

stopped in for lunch - place looks amazing and food was great too. great coffee, juice and french toast.

Good cafe with several excellent breakfast offerings. A menu with few but fresh offerings. Excellent French pastries. I liked the quality of the bread, jams and the friendliness of the staff despite the fact that the place was crowded on weekends. I recommend booking a table on weekends.

Just top notch, really great place. Superb coffee, helpful staff and a nice atmosphere in calm surroundings. We only had brunch but really wished that we could’ve stayed on for lunch.

Great food ! The service is excellent and attentive.

Great food and cozy interior. Can close early on a slow day

We had lunch at the argy palace today. It was just fantastic. Ambiance, atmosphere and service were relaxed. The food tasted very good, the dessert and the coffee were also great. Beautiful location. We will be happy to come back.

Veeery good place, highly recommended!

Enjoyed the food. Was rich and filling and coffee was nice too.

I come each Thursday after my yoga class and find it really frustrating that they have a policy of sitting you either on a ledge overlooking pipework or at a bar area, when the tables are empty in the main cafe area. I have complained and was told to book, which I duly did only to be placed in other long bar area. I just moved. They treat you like school children - the customer service feels more like customer management & I will now take my business to the other cafe on the road. Really disappointing.

Excellent coffee and I love the decor. Will be back!

This is one of my favorite spots in Edinburgh. They succeed in everything they do from food, desserts to drinks. And the items in the menu changes and they have a wide selection of different things to offer. The ambience is very lovely and elegant and the staff are friendly and professional. I can’t recommend this place enough.

Extremely high quality coffee, well exectuted. I have not tried the food, but I've spotted some fantastically looking brunch items being served at the other tables - definitely need to be back to try! Full prices, but justified by the pleasant, large, bright and well equipped room, as well as the organised service with plenty of personnel and a large working area.

Excellent cake, excellent food, excellent service

Lovely food and great service, highly recommended

One of the best cafe, I’ve been to this year.

Nice and cosy place. Simple and good options in the menu. We ordered eggs benedict (8.5£) and fresh juice. The presentation of the dish was amazing, nice and warm plate and food fairly sized. Everything on the dish was perfect except one of the eggs was overcooked, however was great anyway. Highly recommended

The food, service and environment was absolutely fantastic. It was more than worth the money, I would even consider it cheap for the quality and service of food you get. The presentation and taste amazed us for the price, will be going here more! Wish the opening hours were longer.

Great cafe, really good coffee and nice food - one of the best in Edinburgh