Fatty Owls in Edinburgh, City of

Lovely little cafe, with friendly and helpful staff and a great selection of food. It was a perfect place to meet friends from Rome and the Netherlands. Our group ordered a wide variety of choices from the menu including the soup, Scottish breakfast, scrambled eggs and salmon, smoothies, waffles, carrot cake and tea - all delicious. The atmosphere is warm and inviting and the owl cushions very comfy. You could miss it walking by, but well worth searching it out and popping in. It extends a way back - a bit of a tardis for seating.

My family and I visited for breakfast. The food was absolutely delicious and despite there being only one person working in the cafe the service was excellent. Would highly recommend.

Absolutely lovely cafe. Food was delicious and had such a calming atmosphere. Highly recommended to visit if wanting a wholesome breakfast.

Like the other reviews said, stumbled across this lovely little cafe & it's a gem! Good food, prepared whilst you wait - don't be in a rush & you'll relax right into the lovely atmosphere & chilled vibe (smooth, dinner jazz, with a twist..."Smoke on the Water"?) We had cheese & veggie haggis toasties, our friends had the full Scottish breakfasts...all washed down with lots of tea, served in great mis-matched crockery & a cat-shaped tea pot. Would definitely go back & probably at an earlier time (he opens at 8am!)

Probably the quirkiest place in the capital for breakfast. Small, compact but very comfortable. Everything cooked fresh to order by the same guy who waits on the tables. In fact he does everything. Gid only knows how he has the time to do it all. We ate on a Sunday morning so it was pretty full inside but we didnt mind the wait. I opted for the full Scottish breakfast which was great value. 10 items for under a tenner. My wife opted for porridge with honey and a custom breakfast which allows you to choose 4 breakfast items from the menu, served with toast. The black coffee was served in a mug which was a nice touch. Can't beat a mug of coffee on a Sunday morning. Total bill for 2 breakfasts and 4 coffees came in at under £30. As a footnote, we enjoyed it so much, we went back the next morning.

Stopped by here for brunch before a day of exploring! It was unreal! Lovely little place with only a few tables, all home cooked food and lovely service. We both had the Scottish breakfast, delish! Highly recommend!

My friend and I visited this cafe one Saturday morning for a classic Scottish breakfast with fairly heavy heads from night before. Pleasantly surprised - the food was delicious and the atmosphere very relaxed. Would visit again when next in Edinburgh. Also if you like pictures of owls you'll be particularly pleased.

We stumbled across this lovely little cafe whilst walking to the train station. Lovely inside ,cosy,great music and great food!the gentleman served us cooked for us all solo..brilliant brilliant place will definitely revisit.

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Came for food, late morning before leaving Edinburgh. Wish we had tried this cafe earlier in our stay as it was lovely food and excellent service. Lovely little place to go and would definitely recommend.

Fabulous little owl themed cafe with a very friendly owner. Great choice of breakfast all very tasty produce used. We chose a full brekki and a customise your own! Even given a taster of a delicious lawn sausage . Very smooth coffee...didn't feel rushed at all. Would highly recommend this lovely little independent cafe 😊

Had a very relaxed late breakfast. Was delicious. Very cosy relaxed atmosphere with a very friendly lovely owner. Would highly recommend for breakfast. Definitely come back.

Heading down to Starbucks when we stumbled upon this little local cafe. Brilliant breakfast and service. Great value for money, excellent service. Really enjoyed it.

Went for some sandwiches.Vegan options, i had a mushroom toastie it was delicious, staff was super friendly and so welcoming will 100% be back!!

Don’t miss out on this little cafe. A small independent business that deserves your custom. We went in before leaving after a long weekend and had toasties with fries. All cooked to perfection and tasty. Highly recommended.

My aunt and I stopped by this place during our visit to Edinburgh. It is super gorgeous and quirky as a cafe, and the waiter (who was also our chef!) took great care of us. The veggie full breakfast was delicious, and the highlight was...

We went here for breakfast twice. I was a bit hungover the 1st day and had a bacon roll the bacon was lovely thick cut smoked bacon on a crusty roll. The 2nd day I had a delicious full breakfast I could not fault it....

Stumbled across this cafe whilst visiting Edinburgh. Small and cosy inside, with amazing food and coffee as well as lovely service by the man single-handedly cooking and serving every customer. We will definitely visit again when we return to Edinburgh.

We travelled from Liverpool to Edinburgh, we tried many cafes which we to much of a fan off, walked into fattys owl and had the warm welcome very lovely feel to the cafe, food was a 10/10 would recommend to anybody!

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Absolutamente delicioso.Guau.Ojalá este lugar estuviera más cerca de donde vivo.¡Personal fantástico, comida por la que volver y los batidos son la bomba!Bebé maravilloso. No se sentirá decepcionado con este restaurante / cafetería estilo búho graso de los años 60.Gracias y les deseo lo mejor para su negocio. Estoy tan feliz con este lugar.

Fantastic delicious food, superb and very welcoming staff, highly recommend to anyone visiting Edinburgh

The food was delicious and the service excellent. Great for vegetarians and meat eaters too! A great little discovery near to the castle.

Wonderful visit. We absolutely loved our grilled toastie and salad. Freshly made and quality ingredients, do not hesitate to go. The service was also excellent. Thank you.

Came here for with my partner for breakfast to set us up for the day. It's very small inside (15-20 people tops) but definitely worth a stop if your breakfasting. Would definitely recommend and will probably return if I return to Edinburgh :)

Currently eating my first Fatty Owls toastie and it won't be the last! The list of toasties (and lots of other delicious offerings) is as impressive as it is variable. I, being fussy opted for a bespoke build of cheddar, onion and tomato and while...

their butternut bacon soup is the best soup , been there few times never let me down. i had the cooked breakfast as well , it was fresh and nicely cooked my favorite coffee will be adding popcorn favor topping.... yummy

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Stopped in for a takeaway breakfast. Was a little indecisive about what I wanted and the chap serving was friendly patient and very helpful. Food and coffee was fantastic (I had a coffee with popcorn syrup - much nicer than it sounds !) and had...

My other half and I were aimlessly looking for somewhere to lunch when we came across this place. Fantastic selection of breakfast and lunch choices, we both had soup and a sandwich, very tasty. I'd highly recommend this place and would certainly return again.

I walked into this place on a whim on my way back to my airbnb and was really pleasantly surprised! I'm a vegan and they had so many options for me! I was able to get breakfast rolls and grilled cheeses with soo many different...

Ein ganz kleines Lokal, aber ausgezeichnetes Frühstück, oder Snacks. Von Avocado Toasties über Granola alles köstlich. Nettes Ambiente und gemütlich...

Wenig Tische, aber wirklich sehr gutes Essen und sehr freundliches Personal! Wir kommen wieder! Wir hatten Frühstück hier und waren sehr überrascht, wie ausgezeichnet es war!

We were meeting friends at the Saturday Farmers Market (a must by the way!) and wanted to have breakfast first so wandered round the corner and there was this wonderful café! So welcoming, warm and friendly! A really traditional old café but with all the breakfast/brunch options you could want.. Everything was delicious and served with a smile. Also really good value. Will definitely go back again!

Our last day in Edinburgh, we looked up breakfast places and were drawn to Fatty Owls 50% because of the name, 50% on the reviews. It was pouring with rain so we arrived pretty drenched but found it warm and cosy inside. It is quite small but I think that is a positive! Breakfast was delicious - we had avocado on toast and the Scottish breakfast

Very nice place, where I felt welcome right away. Loved the details in decoration. The place was very comfy, the service really nice and the food very good. Will come back next time I'm in Edinburgh!

We had a lunch in this cozy caffee. We eat a soup and a vegan cheese toast, both were really good. No strange ingredients added, just the real taste of vegetables. The staff is kind and friendly. We really loved this place and we wanted to come baci for dinner but sadly we discovered that it is not open for dinner. Anyway you should tra the vegan toast because the cheese they use is the best we have ever tried (normally we hate vegan cheese).

We walked past here and went in based on the TripAdvisor reviews, which are very positive. We could see why. The food was good and the service was very welcoming. A great find.

My husband and I had breakfast here it was really nice, staff very friendly and attentive. Hope to be back.

After a very early flight to Edinburgh, we came across fatty owls after dropping bags off at hotel

It was such a pleasure to eat in this place. We found the food pretty good and the service was just perfect. I would recommend it in any ways. Lovely people. Clement

Very nice comfy place to catch a tasty bite to eat. Very friendly service. Excellent choice of teas and good coffee knowledge, sourcing locally roasted beans.

A small intimate place with no noisy guests and super food. Owl pictures, Owl cushions and other owl decorations make you feel at home. Friendly and quick service, go and try for yourself.

My fiancé and I happened upon Fatty Owls when searching for places in Edinburgh that serve soup! So so glad we went in. I had the chorizo, manchego and butternut squash soup, he had the mushroom chestnut and thyme and they were both delicious! Perfect to warm us up on a rainy day. The staff were so friendly we easily could have stayed for the rest of the afternoon. We gave into cake, I had the banana caramel loaf and he had the pistachio and fig cheesecake which was beautifully topped with edible flowers. Would definitely recommend this tiny gem!

Me and my husband visit here almost every time we come to Edinburgh! The first couple of times we went for breakfast which is amazing, I always have their tasty porridge which is delicious and filling! My husband always has the full breakfast which looks amazing! The last time however was a true highlight and I just had to write a review about it. We went past around lunchtime and I noticed the gorgeous sounding soup- chorizo, manchego cheese and butternut squash! We went in and were greeted by a young man who we have seen on previous visits. I am unsure of his name but you sir, are a true credit! The guy was alone and it had clearly been a busy day as other tables are full of dishes. Despite this, we were seated and attended to straight away, with pleasant chit chat. I turned my head and the next minute all the tables were clear and he came over with a huge smile asking if we were ready to order. Lunch was amazing, super delicious but truly the service was amazing. What a polite, hardworking and wonderful staff member you have on your team. We need more people like him in the food industry! Simply put, food and service brilliant and a true credit! Visit this place and you won’t regret it :-)

Made of potato the most excellent quality, Round little roll the perfect unity, Taste it once you shall long for it evermore. I am dreaming about the Fatty Owls' Morning Roll... Best morning rolls in town!

I had a great experience in Fatty Owls during my first visit in Edinburgh.

Came here with a friend who visited Edinburgh for the first time. Ohh and what a find! could not imagine a better place to have some gourmet sandwiches & coffee while in the city.The staff is super friendly and the place has a lovely cosy atmosphere. Everything was fresh and good quality. Will be back for sure!:)

This place looked lovely and we were really looking forward to eating here. Two days in a row we arrived for breakfast only to find it dark and a sign on the door that said “closed. We will be back tomorrow.” The first day we thought it was a little weird but would try again tomorrow as we had another day in town. So we got up the second morning excited to try it out for breakfast only to get there and see it closed again. We were very disappointed. We had even checked the hours online and everything and got there at 9am and 10am respectfully and found it closed. Be careful when you are planning to eat here as it may not be open.

We were in a hotel around the corner and so came here for breakfast. The staff were really friendly and the cafe is lovely a cosy. Great spot for breakfast.

Absolutely cute little place to go for a coffee or a brunch. Friendly staff and very cozy. If you like owls this is a place to be. Everything is decorated with small fluffy details with owls.

This is a lovely intimate cafe, excellent service,and superb food. I can recommend the Scottish breakfast.

Scottish breakfast was lovely Great friendly service Must visit if in the area Great value for money The hagis- yum yum

We came across this place whilst looking for the post office and also because they do veggie breakfast.

Fiona , co-owner of Fatty Owls, truly makes this unassuming little deli/cafe one of the friendliest places to grab a light refreshment, or a hearty breakfast. Fresh ingredients for simple yet satisfying grub! Gold star for anyone who can figure out the inspriration to their name.

A lovely little cafe off the main street. We had breakfast there. Full Scottish for i and soup and cheese for the missus. Very enjoyable and served by a very attentive owner

We have just enjoyed a lovely lunch in Fatty Owls. The service was friendly and food delicious. The menu was adapted for our son and alternative ingredients suggested.

Not an area of Edinburgh that is local to me but had a lovely stop here for a latte and a breakfast roll.

Great place for a bite to each when visiting Edinburgh. Good section of coffees, smoothies, home made soups, sandwiches, salads and toasties. Had a fantastic lunch and would go back.

Very glad we found this gem for a cooked breakfast!

As the title suggests, it is the best brief description I can give.

This is a great little cafe! Chairs and sofas, tables, warm and welcoming, friendly and helpful staff, an ideal place for breakfast, lunch, etc. Beautiful breakfast rolls with a choice of fillings from one ingredient (egg, tomato, etc) to a Full Scottish Breakfast in a roll. Waffles, porridge, toast, the menu is impressive for such a small cosy place. Raspberry smoothies were particularly delicious. The perfect place for a relaxed brunch, especially if you don’t want pizza or a burger. Thank you so much!

We loved the atmosphere of this little cafe -owl decor everywhere. I had an almond milk mocha which was delicious, and my mum had an equally delicious bowl of porridge. Would definitely return.

We were in Edinburgh at the beginning of our journey around Scotland, when we stopped in this place for lunch. We were greeted with a sincere smile by a very nice young lady and seated promptly. I noticed a mix of locals and tourists. The menu had some nice innovative sandwiches which we enjoyed. The young lady gave us an Iron Bru to try after I inquired and received the history of the drink. A truly lovely place with good food and great service. I highly recommend!

You just have to enter to know you are in the right place. Food is very good, they offer two different size of portions, so you can enjoy a Scottish breakfast in a regular size.

The welcome starts the moment your foot crosses the threshold. As Southerners we are not used to the warmth of strangers. Here the Scottish welcome is intense. Perfect. Beautiful.

Really great place for a good breakfast or brunch . I can recommend the Scottish breakfast . Reasonably priced and very good service

Everything was amazing, soup was very fresh and full of flavour and the sandwich was delicious. 10 out of 10, would recommend :)

The Fatty Owls was a great accidental find. We were starving and just tried it randomly. The menu was small, but had everything we wanted. The staff was pleasant and friendly. Great coffee and pastries in addition to the eggs and bacon. Highly recommended.

We were looking for a good hearty meal having just reached Edinburgh after a long drive. We stumbled upon this hidden gem of restaurant - quirky but very homely. The waitress (I think also the owner) was exceptionally brilliant and welcoming. We saw her offering food sample to other customers so that they could taste before ordering - who else does that!!! There were 5 of us all vegetarian and we ordered a selection of different dishes to share - food was bang on. Seeing other people order desert did make our mouth water but we had our visit to Edinburgh Castle pending and so had to go. If it would have been open later in the evening, would definitely have gone back for that scrumptious desert. If only all restaurants were like this!

I have been here a few times now and it remains consistently good. This time I asked for a quick lunch as I was in a bit of a rush. It came quickly and was served with the usual good humour despite them being busy. I also tried the spar

Just had another amazing day in Edinburgh and couldn't resist eating at Fatty Owls again. Fabulous new menu. So much to choose from that i love so was spoiled for choice. GO ON. Giving it a try you won't regret it ........Promise

The food was excellent. We tried the falafel sandwich with carrot and hummus on a multi grain bun with a bit of salad (this was a vegan option, tho I’m not vegan), grilled cheese with spiced chicken and sweet potato that came with coleslaw, along with fries and a milkshake. The milkshake was amazing too! For three people our bill was about 18 pounds. Very reasonable, I thought.

Visited fatty owl's for breakfast this morning and it is fair to say that I was absolutely over the moon with the food and service that my partner and I received. We were immediately made to feel welcome by the owners Martin and Fiona. The design and decoration of the café is quirky and fun.

We stayed at the Double Tree so this was basically across the street and I should have discovered it much sooner in our visit. If I had, I'd have eaten here every day. Much cheaper than our hotel's restaurant - of course :) AND, delightful decor and owners! I loved the menu and the conversations. Greek yogurt bowl was yummy! I'll be back on our next trip to Edinburgh!

This was a really pleasant discovery around the corner from our hotel. Had a lovely chat with the proprietress. Everyone was so friendly on our trip, and she delivered in spades.

Fatty Owls is a perfect place to stop for breakfast, brunch, or lunch before touring the castle, taking the Water of Leith walk, or touring some bookshops. Their menu includes tons of drink, breakfast, sandwich, soup, and smoothie options.

Highly recommend. Found when looking for a place for breakfast close to our AirBNB. Great food and staff

We visited here on the off chance for lunch and it was a wonderful cafe with great friendly service and lovely food.

We found this by accident looking for somewhere to go for breakfast and it was a great find. Staff were so friendly, menu pretty extensive from healthy options to lots of different fried breakfast options. Food was delicious. Well worth a visit for anyone in Edinburgh. Reasonbly priced too.

Went here for a coffee then went back later for a roll and a couple of drinks, the food was good and the customer service was excellent very friendly staff who are happy to serve you and make you feel welcome 😀

The lady at the front of house was so lovely and really made us feel welcome. I had the small breakfast and it was so nice and fresh and a big enough portion. Beautiful cafe, would highly recommend.

Beautiful fresh tasty sandwiches. Soup Of the day was beautiful. Staff friendly and helpful. Will definitely go back and would not hesitate to recommend this place to friends and family

The service was very friendly. However, the sandwiches were not that great. The soup was fine. Also, this place has limited seating.

I am so fussy about where i ate and the standard of food. I really couldn't fault this cool little cafe one but, and the waiter was lovely. Breakfast was so tasty and a lovely pot of tea with a coffee. Please go here for breakfast.

Great place! The food was fresh and the atmosphere relaxed. Breakfast Menu covers everything from a huge fry up to a super tasty and healthy fruit bowl. Brilliant!

Went in and had some breakfast before visiting the castle and the food and service was so friendly and great.Our friends are over from Australia and we are from England and they loved it.good value for money as well paying £41 for the 5 of us

A very clean and cosy little cafe which I try to visit if I am in this part of town.

Great little place for a lunch stop, with tasty home made offerings and friendly service. Soups and sandwiches options both good, service extremely lovely!

We were in Edinburgh for 3 days and we ended up visiting this wonderful cafe every day !

Called in here twice over the weekend, it is a tiny cafe not far from our hotel with an amazing menu.

We visited on a Sunday afternoon for a late lunch. Fantastic baguettes, and plenty of tea! Lots of menu choice - something for everyone. Nice cosy decor and lovely and warm. The staff made this place special though. Really great relaxed friendly service. We’ll be back on our next visit to Edinburgh x

Lovely atmosphere, friendly staff, great food. I would recommend everyone to try the scottish breakfast.

Popped in for a coffee in this compact and cute little cafe and had a delicious soup and smoothie as well! Nice atmosphere, friendly staff and free wifi made for an enjoyable leisurely lunch.

Honestly this place is just a step above staff are soo friendly feel like ur in ur grans house it's so comfy and welcoming, food was incredible will try every dish on the menu one day, and service was good too, love all the owl decorations everywhere, awesome hangout, will be back soon. The cheesecakes are to die for and are made especially for them.

Instead of turning left toward Edinburgh Castle we turned right led by my wives need for breakfast NOW and stumbled across this little gem of cafe. The food was simple good fare at a very reasonable price. I had soft scrambled eggs and Scottish smoked salmon on toast and my wife a sandwich, all of which I know about was muttered in a "yum" between bites. The standout over and above the food and the small but cozy space was the genuinely warm hospitality of staff. On the day we visited, that being this morning, the staff were the owners, one in the kitchen, and Fiona (?) in the front. Before our food came out, not a long wait at all, Fiona sat at a table across from us, providing us with tips and suggestions on our time in Edinburgh, and cluing us in on the happenings of the Fringe that had concluded only a few days earlier. It was a very comfortable and welcome conversation, which I say because typically I feel quite awkward engaging in chat with strangers but not so with Fiona. Even though I gave it a full five which obviously means I recommend it, I want to add, I REALLY recommend you visit Fatty Owl when in Edinburgh and let me just say in advance, you're welcome for the suggestion.

Had a fine stop in Fatty Owls, good value, even during festival time. Small but a very nice atmosphere, Varied sandwiches with excellent staff who were willing to change some minor details on the menu.

Lovely atmosphere, great staff. Would recommend for a good and fairly priced breakfast. Smoothies are amazing and speciality toast is worth a try .

Ihana pieni kahvila keskustassa. Ystävällinen palvelu. Herkulliset leivonnaiset ja jogurtti-jäätelöt tuoreine hedelmineen. Tee annos oli runsas ja kahvi kahvin suurkuluttajienkin mielestä hyvää , jopa mustana. ;) Very friendly staff. Excellent ice cream with fresh fruits and brownies. A wonderful interior and atmosphere.

This is a lovely place with good food and a very friendly atmosphere. It is run by a couple who will do their best to accommodate any food tastes they can.