Cedar Cafe in Scottish Borders

Stopped for a coffee en route south. Seems a pleasant enough place we left without buying anything because they don’t sell Espresso coffee

Have eaten a different meal here for the last eight days and the quality of food and service was EXCELLENT. Great menu selection coupled with clean and cozy eating area-A REAL WINNER

Dog friendly lovely little place. We stopped off on our way to visit family and it was a lovely place so friendly and welcoming. Quick to service us

The worst breakfast I've ever been served. Even the dog didn't eat any of it. A complete waste of money. Avoid unless you've no taste buds.

Tasty cafe food, lovely specials. I had the goulash to takeaway and the prawn salad while sitting in. My nephew had the burger, my son, the chicken curry and my mum, the tuna cheese baked potato. The portions where massive and all the food perfectly made. The coffee was the best I've had.

What a lovely dog friendly cafe. Probably the best ive been to. Food was delicious and reasonable priced . Toilets lovely and clean.

Heard about this little hidden cafe so when we passed it on the way back from a walk we had to stop. It was absolutely packed and a queue of people waiting to eat. We only stopped for drinks and cakes but the main courses looked so homely we could see why it was so busy. Thank you will definitely return.

Like a little oasis off the A1! Peaceful tranquil atmosphere in an unbelievably lovely location when it's so close to the road! A fabulous collage of old movie fanzine covers greets you as you enter and the cakes looked homemade and delicious . We only made a fleeting stop for drinks but next time will linger longer. And the loos are both spotless and spacious!

This delightful cafe is about 1hrs drive south of Edinburgh by the A1 signposted north and south bound.Set back from the A1 it has ample parking menu covering most things from breakfast through to afternoon tea.The nicest touch was the Dug Out which is a seperate area for people with dogs no dog no entry.

Found this place by accident, a loo was needed and we stumbled here. The food was amazing and really reasonably priced. The place was spotlessly clean and the service friendly. If I could give a word of advice I would say advertise yourselves off the A1 to let people know you're there. Thanks for a lovely experience

Lovely and friendly place and nice surroundings but disappointed with some of the food. Coffees were nice as were the bacon sarnies. The small breakfast wasn’t great. V poor quality sausage and everything just tasted really sweet (beans especially). Would go back but try their lunches instead.

Popped in again today on way home as we know we will get good food, good portion, good price, good staff,and clean toilets,need to say a good place to pop into, never let down,see you in the new year

Simply amazing. Simple, fresh, home cooked food made with love. Exceptionally clean premises, and fantastic service. We used to come a fair bit a decade ago, and just stopped again for old times sake. It hasn’t changed a bit!!! Thank you Cedar Café, can’t wait for our next visit, which won’t be in 10 years… promised!

What a warm and friendly place. Our meals were hot and plentiful, fresh and tasty. The quality would put some restaurants to shame. Excellent 👍.

This place is just fab. Food is delicious and home cooked, service is friendly and warm, place is very clean as is the kitchen when we took a nose through the door. Nice to be by the stream also. Loads of love and care have obviously gone into it

We always stop off for something on our way North and have never been disappointed. Always good freshly prepared food and friendly service. We have recommended the Cedar Cafe to several friends and we wouldn't do that if we had any reservations.

Overheard how they were speaking to staff, was appalled at the language that was used, WONT be back!

Great little find whilst travelling up A1 to Edinburgh - excellent bacon rolls, friendly service and even special mini cafe for dugs! Worth using the A1 just to call in here!

Stopped off for a break on the way back down South after hearing it's dog friendly. Queued up inside with my dog sat beside me so I could order and we could eat outside. Approached by a waitress and told I couldn't bring my dog inside, when I stated I just wanted to order at the counter and eat outside I was told the dog had to be outside! I was next in line to be served so would have been there another 3 minutes at the most! Suffice to say we won't be back.

A charming cafe, set in countryside off the A1. The homemade soup was delicious and the staff were very pleasant. I only have one negative comment, which is that the disabled loo does not have a raised seat or grab bars. I think I scared my fellow diners with my shrieks of pain as I tried to stand up. It wouldn’t cost much to put in a seat raiser and toilet frame and would be very much appreciated by those of us who need it.

Called in as a break in our journey to Edinburgh, for a pit stop cuppa and a bite to eat,an afternoon breakfast, having done the same previously. Food is cooked to order, and is spot on. Some reviews I have read appear to want five star service, and Savoy style food, but if you look at the place for what it is a sort of family run roadside cafe with that in mind you won't go far wrong. Minor issue is the parking, which is gravel, but there is a hard standing space for two "Disabled parking", although it's a bit uneven, something of note for wheelchair users. As such you have to go in the exit and the low ramp could do with a look at, it's ok but a bit tight in places, maybe could be a bit wider, and with nothing to stop you going over the edge. There are no disabled toilets, but there is a "Council" toilet block not too far away. Not that we have used it. Whilst you can not cater for everyone, a suggested improvement would be to "level" the Disabled Parking area, as whilst it's fine for those who may use a stick, depending upon where you park transfer to from a wheelchair may be difficult, as it was for my Wife, who has to use a transfer board, and we found she was in a hollow when we came to get back in the car. So it was a bit more of an uphill struggle than she is used to. But as I state you carn't cater for everyone.

Stopped here on a trip to Fife and the service was amazing with the chef being one of the most attentive ever. There is hard standing to the side for motorcyclists which was really useful. The cafe serves great food and is clean and spacious…what’s not too like. Do yourself a favour and pull up and enjoy the hospitality and nourishment 👍👍👍

This cafe is just outstanding.We go regularly and when our adult children visit they love it too. The food is well cooked, excellent value, presented well and the service is friendly and first class too. The bread and butter pudding is amazing when its available.The cafe is always clean and the toilets are spotless.

Cant fault this little gem, which we found on our way home from a holiday. Spotlessly clean, friendly waitress, service very quick, and large portions of delicious home cooked food. Facilities are excellent. Going back on the 17th June on our way to another wee break, and possibly on the way back.

Fantastic as always first salad there of the season and many more to come. Always a wonderful meal and wonderful service. Highly recommend a trip

Absolutely Lovely. Always wanted to stop but this time had the time. Lovely warm, smiley welcoming staff. Beautiful big breakfast which set us up for the day. Thank you..

Pulled into lay-by to use toilets then realised a cafe was next door, many trucks parked in lay-by always a good sign for value food. But this is not your usual greasy spoon cafe, inside is spotless, tables cleared and cleaned promptly. Customers mixture of...

Not the first visit to this wee gem - toast with Marmite and a fried egg roll (2 eggs!), lovely pot of tea and decaf coffee set us up for our journey to the north-east of England, we'll definitely be back! Loved that Ken Bruce...

Cafeen ligger ca. 40 km nord for Berwick upon Tweed og 60 km syd for Edinburgh på A1. Et hyggeligt...

Popped in again today on the way home, and the food was great again, wife had the Sunday roast and I had spaghetti Bolognese, again good plate full,nice and hot and wife's roast beef was thick and tender, what a plate full, great staff and...

My late husbands fav place he always raved about it, I see why the steak pie is out of this world!!!

On the way home from Switzerland, we had our dinner here. It's always nice when a cafe/restaurant takes such good care of dog owners. Clever solution with the chalet. It was also great that it was heated. The food was delicious, the prices fair and...

Visited with our family of 7 today- three children and 4 adults. My first impression of the cafe was how clean and tidy it was and all tables were widely spaced out. The food was fantastic and plentiful. We all had different meals- roast dinner,...

After a long drive we were looking for somewhere to stop, stretch legs and eat. We happened across this cafe purely by chance. It was amazing, friendly staff, lovely setting with plenty of tables and space. A really great choice in food option, both hot...

Friendly welcome clean cafe good coffee tea too.All meals are wholesome home made scones and cakes too, The toilets and disabled/ladies are clean also child's changing arae there too Dog friendly arae too with ware bowls

A good range of options on the menu. We stopped at lunchtime and I had the chicken and bacon pie which was vey tasty. My partner loved the bumper breakfast which included black pudding, haggis and fried bread. The service was quick and the staff...

Been coming here for years. Always top drawer. Sunday beef, steak pie, chicken curry all well cooked big portions. Lovely efficient staff. Don’t call it a transport cafe- it’s much better!!👍😊

We were looking for somewhere to stop off for breakfast whilst en route to Edinburgh and found Cedar Cafe on Google maps and it did not disappoint. The breakfast we had were delicious and I couldn’t resist taking away a slice of their delicious apple...

Wow! What a super little cafe! We stumbled across it on our journey back down the A1 and as a family of 4 very hungry travellers we were definitely not disappointed. Yummy home cooked food with fresh ingredients just like your mum would make. The...

A great place to stop, very close to the A1. Lots and lots of alternatives on the menu. My husband had mince and tatties but with a huge array of healthy vegetables too. My prawn salad was enormous; too enormous really! But all good value...

The Cedar Cafe is the best cafe on the East Coast.Great selection of meals. Quality ingredients. Excellently cooked. Piping hot. Fantastic range of cakes. Friendly Helpful staff. Spotlessly clean. And the Dug out for Dog owners is ideal . I could not fault this Cafe....

We meet here once a month and always great food! Staff are super friendly! Really nice little place Highly recommend

Five star stop off point on our visit to Musselburgh last Friday. Service and food/drink quality excellent too!! We took advantage of the small chalet-type building attached to the cafe to have our refreshments, as we were travelling with our family dog. It’s purpose built,...

Just visited here with a coach group and we were very well catered for. I phoned in advance and they were prepared for us. Lovely hot food and good portions. Friendly staff and systems in place to keep customers Covid secure. Can definitely recommend for...

Overall had a pleasant visit this week. Friendly staff. Decent meal and prices. The roast beef was absolutely gorgeous and plentiful. Must agree with previous reviewer, would ditch the cauliflower as a vegetable, it was brick hard, but other vegetables were really tasty. Been before...

£9 for dry mash potatoes and undercooked veg. No thanks. Unfortunately I think the price is too high and will be driving passed next time. Pie was nice but not the veg. Also helping yourself to knife and fork etc is unhygienic given the situation...

I'd read the reviews so was expecting something good, and we got it. The food was great. Large portions reasonably priced. But more importantly, the care taken to keep everyone Covid safe was exceptional. Every table , and condiment containers, thoroughly cleaned between customers. Tables...

Fantastic food. Great portions. Well priced. Friendly staff Well worth a stop. Something for everyone on the menu. Does breakfast, lunches, snacks, cakes and coffees.

Popped in on way to Edinburgh and back. Good clean and great quality food and coffee. Excellent hygiene practices observed with friendly staff

Really, that's the traditional Sunday Brunch ? OMG None of us ate it All. We all tried. The meat tender and delicious, and we had to count the different amounts of vegetables several times i think there were 7 maybe more potatoes three ways and...

Great food, service and atmosphere, breakfast is first class. The daytime menu has great choices and the food is excellent. Recommend to everyone.

Visited Cedar twice recently, excellent food and excellent service. There is such a lovely large choice of great food.

Just had an awesome takeaway burger from this place. Great floury bap; excellent mix of salad-y toppings and succulent burger. Thanks!

Its "The" port of call after crossing the boarder, the food is locally sourced and produced. The food is simple and tasty with good quantities that are just right. We have called in here several times over the past 5 years and each time its...

Stopped of for a quick lunch on our way to Scarborough. We had bacon and egg rolls and my 7 year old had scrambled eggs on toast. Didn't expect much when we parked up but the cafe was very clean with lots of covid prevention...

Stopped off on travels for lunch - to be honest wasn’t expecting much from a cafe just off the A1 but Cedar cafe was excellent - freshly made cobs with salad were delicious and the only disappointment is that it may be sometime before we...

Great cafe situated nicely off the A1. Had coffee and cake which was good value for money. The weather did help as it was warm and sunny so sitting outdoors was a lovely option All in all a much better friendly option than a service station pit stop

We have been to this restaurant before but not in covid times and were very impressed with the controls in place here. We felt safe and that the management was taking social distancing and controls very seriously. Good for them. One orders inside then can take away or eat at one of the outside tables. The breakfast rolls were delicious and coffee good. They do a full range of breakfast items and other meals throughout the day. We definitely recommend the cafe and look forward to our next stop here.

We loved the cakes so much we went back a second time. Only takeaway at the time we went due to Covid but lots of outside seating where the items you purchase can be eaten. Easy stop off the a1 including ample space on the road if you having a bigger vehicle or towing. COVID taken seriously with a one way system and sanitiser.

Had a lovely egg sandwich and mayo as take away in this homey and welcoming restaurant in the Scottish borders. Friendly and cheerful staff - always a delight to customers.

Stopped for breakfast with wife and 2 kids on the way back from Edinburgh to Essex. Wasn’t sure it would be open what with all COVID stuff going on. Called ahead and friendly girl said they were open but only for takeaway or eat on outside tables. So we stopped in and had bacon rolls and I had a full English in a takeaway container. Say and ate it in the car as it was on the chilly side. All cooked really well and tasted great. Definitely recommended.

This place is like a hidden gem with the most amazing food! Also dog friendly with lots of open space around it to stretch your legs on a long drive.

Great lunchtime pit stop. Stumbled across this place and the food was great, friendly staff. Was given a bowl of water for the pup too. Had piping hot mince and tatties with a cup of tea, all very nice on a rainy Monday lunchtime.

Stopped here with some hungry kids. Covid-19 in full swing. Safe and clean and really well set up. Sat outside. No kids menu but tasty smaller portions no problem. Kids all ate really well and so did we - spaghetti bolognese, chilli, all day breakfast, scampi and chips, fish fingers and chips. Really recommend. Far better than the usual roadside rubbish or a big fast food chain. Give them your business.

Staff was really friendly and helpful, food was suuuper tasty! We ordered 2 wagu burgers from the special menu, it’s coming with lots of chips, and salad and coleslaw inside the Burguer. Honestly, super recommended. We also got some sweets, apple cake and another piece of chocolate with cream, looks like homemade, really good too. Also they follow all the measures in order to reduce the risk of contagious. There are lots of tables outside, and few more in a park just in front the restaurant. And a big parking for vehicles.

Really well organised with a one way system well marked out. It’s very safe in here. Covid compliant hand wash stations and plexiglass screens - no problems with hygiene. Fantastic take away food service with a wide choice of juicy burgers and cafe standard food items. All great quality. I was stuffed after a massive portion - totally yummy. Friendly happy staff and easy to park - the perfect place to drop into to lift your journey and day

Stopped off on a long journey for a coffee and cake. Mars bar crispie cake was delicious and coffee had a biodegradable lid. Excellent!

Incredible cafe on the A1, huge choice and portions, delicious food. Friendly and helpful staff and friendly clientele. Amazing decor, feels like going back in time and contemporary at same time.

Looking for a place to rest and eat en route from Scotland to England and couldn't have found better. Lots of choice on the menu and on the daily board. The pies were generously filled and came with mash and 6 different vegetables. Very tasty too. This is a very clean and tidy place even though it is constantly in use.

Brilliant. Could not fault except size of portion. Very generous. Had liver and onions. Travel on a1 all the time but 1st time there. Will be regular stop.

I have passed by the Cedar café so many times and today decided to stop in, the weather outside was absolutely foul. Early afternoon and did not want a big lunch so I opted for a breakfast roll. Absolutely fabulous value for money. It was very quiet with only one other customer so the service was excellent. It’s very warm and inviting inside and the display of cakes is excellent. The menu is extremely varied and there is lots of value for money. Do not expect a small portion here everything is jumbo size. The seating area was clean and tidy. The decor is quirky. There are children’s highchairs available. The staff were very friendly and made sure we had everything. There is an area outside specially designed for those who come with the dogs because they are made very welcome. They have their own little Dughouse. There is a very large carpark. The toilets were clean and tidy.

We visit the Cedar cafe quite often and are never disappointed in both food and service. It's a good place to stop for coffee and cake. Great choice of main meals, really good portion sizes all delicious and at very reasonable prices. The Sunday lunches are highly recommended, Roast beef, Yorkshire pudding, roast potatoes and unbelievable 5 veg (carrots,peas, green beans, swede and cabbage!!) There's also a great range of homemade cakes and puds if you still have room! They're dog friendly with a separate purpose built place called the Dugoot and next to an area to walk your dog.

Stopped for second breakfast - comprehensive menu lots of choice had egg and sausage roll . Freshly prepared . Coffee and tea fine. Will return .

Ideal little spot for our camper over night-parked up in layby after driving 5hrs from Peterborough and woke to this little cafe, clean, simple menu and reasonably priced. I had scrambled eggs & beans the wife had poached eggs. 7/10

Past this place many times.so decided to try.(mistake).coffee & scone was my choice.well coffee machine a electronic boiler.DIABOLICAL.scone akin to eating a brick.service by a young waitress not the best.this place would be a posh greasey spoon.will never call again

Fancied a coffee when travelling up the A1 to Edinburgh and picked this venue at random - and we were really pleased. Good quality coffee and really friendly service . We noticed that the food other people were eating looked good and so visited on our return journey for breakfast. Excellent value and nicely cooked. Did think, though, that sausages could be better quality. Definitely one we will return to in the future!

My family and I love coming here when passing by as the food is freshly cooked to order and the portions are more than ample with very reasonable prices! It can be very busy at times but the staff are always friendly and helpful. They have a fantastic selection to choose from either hot or cold food as well as tasty sweet treats.

Great cafe food - served piping hot with good sized portions. Much better value that any motorway service station.

Stopped off for a coffee, seen this place many times on out travels but it’s always been shut due to the time of my journeys, well we can say we were definitely not disappointed, it’s a gem of a place, very well priced and from what I heard customers saying in the cafe, the quality of food sounded and looked great, our coffee was very nice as was the slice of mint cake. Looks like we’ll have to change our timing in future.

Stopped both on the way to and way back from Inverurie to Leeds for a family wedding. Long drive so very welcome site. Nice and clean, good food and coffee. Excellent selection on offer. Good friendly service. Definitely a great place to stop and feel refreshed.

We stopped here briefly en route from Glasgow to Bamburgh. Gorgeous cafe, we had delicious coffee and a mocha. All the homemade cakes and biscuits looked amazing, we would have bought some but we were on our way to lunch. He toilets here were spotless, nice and clean. Thank you.

Partner and I both had Chilli con carne. You get loads and one of the best I've had. Fresh orange juice machine too. Highly recommend

A nice place to stop on your way to or from Edinburgh on the A1. Menu was good and the food was excellent. Dog friendly with a special place to sit and eat. Thanks.

Just stopped here for breakfast because of the good reviews. The cafe is extremely pretty and well kept. The breakfast choice is decent and the main menu had alot of choice, although I think quite expensive for a roadside cafe.

We called in here for breakfast on our way south from Edinburgh across the border and were not disappointed. It has a quaint atmosphere and is very welcoming and friendly. It serves a good range of breakfasts in all sorts of sizes as well as simple breakfast rolls. It serves a range of casual foods throughout the day. Prices are very reasonable and the food is absolutely fine. We recommend it as a good, clean place to stop just off the A1 with parking right outside.

Popped in again while travelling down the A1, just South of Dunbar. Well signposted cafe has own car park plus plenty of space usually in adjacent lay-by. Spotless clean, good food at reasonable prices. Just can’t seem to drive past without stopping.

We were there on Monday for Dad's 79th Birthday. A special treat as he doesn't get to eat out at all because he has a rescue dog who can't be left alone so the pet friendly area "The Dugoot" was Perfect. The Food and Service was Excellent. The staff even put a candle in the middle of his Bumper Breakfast and the lovely Katy sang Happy Birthday !!! Thanks for making an old man very Happy . I think I can say with certainty we'll be back very soon . Thanks again Keith and all the Staff 5 * as Always .

Visit quite regular if I can and just love what they do,great food,great service and just great all round !!!

We have visited the cedar cafe on quite a few occasions and have always been extremely happy with our food.

We have had many delicious meals at the cedar cafe, food always great. But now even better as we can take our dogs if we want. Now has separate room you can use if you have a dog. Thank you

Popped in yesterday on way back from Edinburgh, hubby had a cheese salad sandwich I had a large prawn salad to take out, it was huge and came with a portion of chips! The salad had all sorts on it red cabbage, cheese, boiled eggs coleslaw potato salad, beetroot as well as a pile of prawns and the usual salad leaves tomato and cucumber. Best salad I’ve had in ages. Husband enjoyed the chips with his sandwich. Will definitely be back again when on the A1

I use the cedar as often as i can being a lorry driver.The food is great and of very good quality.Today i went in for breakfast and decided on the bumper breakfast,i didnt mind the price tag of £8.50 as it is a good size,grease free well presented breakfast,what i did mind was the cheap quality sausages on the plate,im sure it wouldnt break the bank to put a couple of butchers sausages on the plate to keep up with the rest of the quality food you serve.

Have stopped here a few times and food is always fresh and tasty. Had the best baked potato with prawns ever! The added bonus is a separate summer house and enclosed area for you and your dog, thought of everything with this you even get a bowl of fresh water! We will definitely return.

This is a cafe along the main road to Edinburgh. The coffee was quite nice as were the cakes. If I was passing again and needed to stop then I would but I won’t be making a special trip just to stop here.

I've been here before and it's always been excellent but they now have a lovely little dog friendly room with a slabbed area where your furry friend can run free and not get squished by a car. Food and drink all good, coffee excellent and staff really friendly. What more do you need?

Stopped for a coffee and was delighted that the owners have taken the trouble and expense to create an exclusive ‘dog cafe ‘ called The Dugoot. Our dog Daisy loved it and the coffee was great too.

I always make a point of going to cedar cafe for what is it, great food and a hard working honest team who know their stuff.great food,great service and always a smile unlike some others around the area.......the y stick to whats important, just great foodservice and price........my fav place to eat....

We had some excellent haggis on our way back south from Scotland .. food always good on our stopovers .. the disabled toilet facilities and access could do with some minor work but overall will stop there again when next in the area

great place to eat. Spotless clean cafe / toilets. Friendly welcome. Good food at great prices, plenty of parking just off the A1 well signposted from North & South.

We stopped here on our way back from Edinburgh. After asking if we could bring our dog inside, we were shown to the little “doghouse”, a lovely summerhouse with tables and seating. The waitress put the heating on for us straight away and it was lovely and cosy. The food was very nice and plenty of it. I would definitely stop there again and can really recommend it. The staff were lovely and the overall service was great.