Greenwoods in Edinburgh, City of

Amazing breakfast and coffee not cheap but good quality.

We love the food. It was delicious and authentic.

Excellent breakfast, we came back a few times during our stay in Edinburgh. Great options for gluten free, great options for vegetarians. The coffee, hot chocolate, and chai lattes were incredible. Also the best service we had in Edinburgh. I cannot recommend this spot highly enough!

Love the window seat. Portion of the food is large and delicious! Recommend the banana bread. Very sweet though, will recommend to share it.

Great good, lovely team, and lovely vibes. Lots of gluten free options too.

Our choice for local breakfast was Greenwoods. Since we don't eat bacon and sausage, we ordered the Scottish breakfast as a vegetarian. It was delicious. Don't go without making a reservation.

Upon arrival in Edinburgh in the morning I was hungry so I went to a good place. The atmosphere is great and everything is delicious! I went without a reservation, but luckily it was mostly open. I could eat it~ When the food came out, everyone was waiting to eat. I had Scottish Breakfast and a scone, and it was all delicious with clotted cream and strawberry jam!! All the other menu items looked delicious too! But he said he had a reservation for the next time and he was a bit fussy while eating so I noticed it a little^,^ But it was still delicious..

Amazing food and ambience! Just a little sad that they close so early

Food was nice however, the service was slow & uncomfortable. Our food arrived long before drinks & staff interrupted us 3 times while eating to offer the bill. We had full glasses & plates of food and were asked "what are you doing? Finishing up? Can I get you the bill". We couldn't get staff attention to order but they were hovering like hawks to get us out.

Very cramped and staff desperate to move us on after we ate. However food was excellent 👌

BOOKING REQUIRED!!!! And I do wish it would say so outside the door so that people wouldn't walk in every 2mn asking for a table and letting the cold in. It was so cold in the café that most people were eating with their coats on....! This being said, the food was delicious and the staff lovely. We're happy we gave it a try (we had a reservation).

Best breakfast in town. Loved the shaukhuka. small space, small tables, yet a great way to start a busy day in Edinburgh. Bit expensive but worth every penny

Lovely staff, food tasted great, lots of options and took nut allergy seriously. Mix of the banana bread and breakfast hash enjoyed at the table, both delicious! Only thing that knocked it down a star for us was the seating plan. People may (and seem to) enjoy the set up. However, we hadn’t been before and we felt the seats next to us were very close so we spent a while wondering how we would get out if all tables were seated. Its not a complaint, just personal preference ✌🏼

I found this place based on reviews, and it was recommended to try the banana bread. However, I opted for the Scottish breakfast instead. The lady was incredibly kind and offered me a small portion of banana bread as well when she realized I wanted to try it. The result? Absolutely amazing! I highly recommend the banana bread, no matter what else you order. The cappuccino was fantastic too!

The breakfast was so delicious I liked all the dishes and for sweet it was banana bread you must try when you go to edinburgh

Food was delicious to a high standard. However the cafe itself was extremely busy and the staff didn't make any eye contact when taking our order or giving us our food which to us not making eye contact comes across as quite rude. The waitress didn't take note of our order and made a mistake with the beverage.

Having been here quite a few times, very sadly Greenwoods is not nearly as good as it used to be. My friend ordered the Full Scottish Breakfast and it no longer has black pudding. On my order of Harissa Roasted Root Toast the chef unfortunately had been slightly 'over eager' with the balsamic glaze and as such, ruined the dish. Further adding to the disappointment, parties of two are only allowed an hour. Brunch, and Greenwoods is a brunch restaurant, is a leisurely meal but here there's no time to sit and properly enjoy the food and company, no time for a second cup of coffee or pot of tea. So you feel rushed and 'on the clock'. Given that they automatically add on 12½% service charge, this is really cheeky. If they're booting you off after one hour, service should be less, or certainly optional, with waiting staff making it clear it's optional. The booking system is also quite severe with them warning you that if you cancel within 24 hours, or are a no show, then it's a £10 charge per person! Fair enough if you don't bother to show up but people don't always get prior notice for getting sick and in those cases, they would easily be able to reuse the table. All in all, a real shame as Greenwoods used to be wonderful in every way but now its perhaps become slightly a victim of its success with the focus now being on profit rather than the customer experience.

Love the sourdough bread, very tasty! Coffee cups are very nice. A bit pricy otherwise I would buy one to take home. Very welcoming service. Can be crowded in the morning so better check before go.

Told the kitchen was closed at 1.45pm. It would be helpful if this was clearly advertised.

Unreal breakfast, quite a small gaff but it's sound for you and your Mrs. Gave her a little candle in her pancakes for her birthday

Spectacular!! Lovely place, the food is DELICIOUS! Really: one of the best breakfasts I have ever eaten and they are beautifully presented as well. I told the staff it was my husband's birthday and they sent his order with a cute birthday candle. Nice touch! So, definitely: worth the visit

Turned away with clearly a table available at 10.30am. Said next available slot is at 1pm and didnt even offer us to wait as we are next (no queue). Not customer oriented for walk-ins, clear intention to turn us away.

Very cute and cosy cafe, amazing food, perfect portions with fresh ingredients and lovely hot drinks. Busy and worth booking in advance if you’re planning to eat here! We luckily got a table as a walk-in but it was a Tuesday mid morning. Service was down to earth and friendly. Glad we managed to experience!

Absolutely amazing food! Do get a reservation as it gets very busy but it’s worth it

The brunch is very special, but it's a little too sweet, and I feel tired after eating it.

Dined at greenwoods today with my friend who had booked for us because it had been listed as ‘baby friendly’. Went along with my friend and my 3 month old daughter. Waitress said there was no room for the pram and offered me a high chair so I could move my pram into the back at the kitchen which I declined as my daughter is too young to sit in a high chair. t I offered to sit at a table against the wall so that I could pull my pram next to me. During this time my daughter woke up crying and as I was trying to feed her 3 different members of staff came one after the other to ask if we wanted to order food yet despite me explaining I hadn’t even looked at the menu then less than 2 mins later another waitress appeared asking the same thing. Twice more this happened. The waitress who initially seated us came back up to us and asked if she could move us table as we were ‘blocking’ their serving path. Overall the food was nice and the venue had a nice feel/look to it however the whole experience was let down by the complete unawareness of the waitresses who made a stressful time even more stressful and made me feel like a nuisance to them and fellow diners. Don’t book if you have a baby/small child.

We visited on Sunday around 2pm and it was full, but only waited 15 mins for a table. The service was fab, the staff are personable and polite. We ordered the breakfast stack pancakes and the breakfast hash. Both were absolutely delicious, the pancakes were so fluffy, the eggs were runny and perfect and the chorizo was delicious. We'll be back before our week here is over!

The BEST breakfast I've had in Edinburgh. The banana bread is so delicious, it's absolutely to die for. The ambiance and customer service was great and the place is just amazing. They do take walk ins but if you want to avoid waiting, Book well in advance as the place is quiet packed all around the week, even on a Monday! All in all, amazing place. 10/10.

I went to this cafe twice. I had the Scottish breakfast, which was lovely. The staff are really welcoming and friendly, and they got us in even without a reservation. Recommended.

Hermoso pequeño lugar para el desayuno, reservamos días antes de ir ya que es difícil conseguir una mesa. Me alegro de haberlo hecho, ya que estaba super ocupado y rechazando a la gente que no reservó. Gran menú y muy buena comida. Recomendaría este lugar completamente

Greenwoods is breakfast heaven! We had the full Scottish with haggis and the smoked salmon on hash browns topped with Hollandaise sauce—both absolutely delicious. The perfect flat white and a refreshing pear and green juice sealed the deal, particularly as a great hangover fix. The place was buzzing, with a queue out the door and people being turned away without bookings. It’s a tiny space, packed with energy and happy diners—a chaotic charm that just works. If I lived in Edinburgh, I’d eat here every day. Highly recommend booking ahead—this little gem is clearly no secret!

Overpriced and very average.Tasty bacon but small portion of sausage, hash brown, beans and muffins. The presentation lacked love and cheap cutlery. The door was opening constantly letting in a draft and they kicked us out ten minutes after we finished eating. Clearly a place that makes the most of tourists that don’t know any better

UPDATE OCTOBER 2024: ✨ OMG! ✨ That Greenwoods magic is still fully shinin' and I am delighted! Return trip here on our Scottish hols this half term and honestly, it was just as good as two years ago, it fully lived up to the rose tinted hype of my memory and I am so so pleased. Had the courgette salad this time, very healthy, very demure. Fab service, great vibes. Would recommend booking to avoid disappointment. Have already booked our next visit, for December 2024 and can't wait to see you soon 😘😘 REVIEW FROM DECEMBER 2022: Amazing breakfast stack pancakes 🥞 I would fully recommend this place for breakfast, brunch, and everything in between. Bacon, sausage, egg, tomato - and pancakes and maple syrup! Not only is the food amazing, but the staff are warm and friendly and the decor is cosy and modern. We had a table by the window so got to see Edinburgh waking up whilst we ate, which was lovely too. Thankyou Greenwoods for a star breakfast ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Enjoyed the chicken caesar sandwich, very tasty! Great coffee too, and the staff were super friendly.

Really cool atmosphere. Very good service. The food tasted amazing and its presentation was super cute. I don't normally care about food presentation, but this was pretty great. Easy enough to reserve a table too.

Had a great breakfast here on Monday. Everything including the crockery was done well. We absolutely loved it. Would definitely be back if we get another chance to visit Edinburgh

The service and food are absolutely outstanding. Would recommend booking as it’s quite small and fills up fast!

We had breakfast here 3 days in a row. We tried different flavors every day. They were all delicious. I recommend it for breakfast. You can enter without a reservation on weekdays, but it is better to make a reservation as it is busy on weekends. Bon appetit in advance.

Vaya, qué desayuno increíble. Muy bien presentado y probablemente el mejor desayuno que he comido. Pila de tortitas con jarabe de arce y tocino, huevo escalfado, hachís morenos y salchicha. El marido desayunó completo. Excelente servicio, amable. Tenía el mejor asiento de la casa, asiento de ventana. Fabulosa experiencia, lo recomiendo encarecidamente.

THE best place for brunch in Edinburgh! The food is amazing , the drinks are are tasty but the service is 5 stars. I strongly recomand this place. I had an anazing time!

Delicious breakfast - banana tumble bread and salmon royale. I also recommend Mona Lisa tea - amazing! very nice service. It's worth making a reservation

100% recommend for brunch. Visited twice during our stay in Edinburgh and both times the food and service was excellent.

If you are looking for breakfast in a cozy atmosphere, Greenwoods is the perfect establishment! The staff is very welcoming, very caring. The dishes are plentiful and the products are quality! My partner and I highly recommend this restaurant and we will return with great pleasure! Be careful though, remember to make a reservation because the establishment is in high demand!

Long waiting times without a reservation, then very crowded, cramped and loud. staff very friendly and accommodating. The breakfast was delicious, but unreasonably expensive.

The food is lovely , and well presented, good portions and quality really loved. Minus on the place the tables are just so close to each other and you can’t eat comfortably, I had to watch how I’m Holding my cutlery. Very busy place you have to book , we have been w8ing for the table an hour. Food been served quite fast , and was really tasty. they are automatically putting 12.5% service charge to your bill.

The absolute best eggs royale I have ever had!

What a darling place. The food was fantastic. I had the yogurt with spiced pear and granola. It was so delicious, along with my mocha. My husband had the Scottish breakfast, another winner. Service was great.

Fantastic breakfast here today 1st class service from the staff keep up the great work highly recommend

Truly wonderful! Veggie and vegan breakfasts both top-notch nosh. Worth more than 5 stars.. thank you!!

Me and my partner visited for breakfast and ordered the pancakes and Scottish breakfast. The food was delicious and service reasonably quick despite it being busy.

Food was fantastic, enjoyed the truffle caesar ciabatta. Service was awesome!

The food was so average here. My vegetarian sausage could have broken a window. Pancakes were dry and tasteless too. The coffee was ok though. Service was slow and they would not make us a coffee after our lunch because they said the kitchen was closed. That was just such a basic request and not good enough if you want return custom. I think they rely on one off tourists I certainly would not go back or recommend. Overall blah.

Excellent food AND service! We had our baby with us and they provided small cutlery and plastic glass for her without us asking 💓 Good was great! Try the Scottish breakfast!

Cute little spot! Friendly staff, quick service, great vibe! Banana bread & iced chai latte were 🤌🏼 Advise booking 😊🥞🧡

Had a lovely breakfast here on our trip to Scotland. The service was quick, staff were lovely and I liked the decor of the paintings with explanations underneath. The food itself was superb, I loved the scrambled eggs and the pancakes were perfect not too dense. Was unsure of the hash brown with Cajun spices and sour cream and chive but was surprised at how good it was and how well it went with the meal! Wish they had a place in London!

Had the salmon royale and the yoghurt. Probably one of the best brunch of my life. The atmosphere is already great and very cosy.

Mandatory stop if you want to have a wonderful breakfast in Edinburgh. The place is welcoming, despite being very crowded it is quiet. The staff is very kind, reservations are recommended but we were lucky and, despite not having reserved a table, we found a place. I highly recommend the “The breakfast stack pancakes” dish, with pancakes, bacon, scrambled eggs and a delicious cake. The cappuccino was also very good. I would say everything perfect.

Good food, great for breakfast. Service also great

Desayuno delicioso y personal amable. Excelente opción de menú para vegetarianos y veganos. Servicio fantástico. Sin duda recomiendo reservar una mesa!

Slow service. Even a coffee took 10 mins.

Simply a killing! The dishes are excellent, the staff pleasant, the atmosphere cool. I recommend but it is better to book. We were lucky but it was tough. It’s a shame that the brunch package doesn’t also include a hot drink and fruit juice, as is often the case in France. £55 for two people for a main course, a hot drink and a fruit juice each.

Full Scottish breakfast was delicious, service was impeccable. Wonderful experience overall!

Amazing food and drinks! I had the Scottish breakfast and it was the best scrambled eggs I've had in a long time and the best haggis! The coffee was lovely as well!

Cute, cosy place, kind and friendly staff and the food was incredible! The pancake stack was the best brunch of my life! The menu is extensive and it all looks delicious. Service was super quick as well.

One of the best meals I've had. The flavor and the portions were amazing.

The food is good and the service too, but it is very expensive and beware the attempt to take a 10% tip from you without you offering. It is added to the bill automatically and you have to ask for it to be removed. This is a dishonest practice in a country where serving staff are paid full wages.

Nyd en dejlig morgenmad med et stort udvalg af både klassiske og unikke skotske retter. Friske råvarer og den venlige, effektive service gør oplevelsen uforglemmelig. Velkommen!

Really wonderful breakfast stop, went twice during our trip as we loved it so much. Fantastic food and atmosphere as well as friendly staff!

Gosh, this place is really special. I can see why it's hard to get a table here! I had the best breakfast I've ever had here. The vegetarian breakfast was so well thought out, and perfectly filling. I didn't feel overly full after my breakfast for lunch here, but I am still not hungry now at dinnertime. The homemade soda bread was a perfect addition. My husband said the shakshouka was 10/10 and that it was a perfect breakfast dish. My coffee was a lovely sweet blend (no sugar needed) and his peach iced tea was like nothing he had had before. Both agree we were incredibly happy with the food and drink. The service was incredibly friendly and helpful. It did take a wee while from sitting for the food to arrive, so make sure you have plenty time to sit and eat, but the wait is definitely worth it. 10/10.

We stayed for three days between meals and brunch, the girls were very nice and the eggs Benedict were very good. What is not good at all is that, now reviewing the accounts, these beautiful and friendly girls have put a 12.5% ​​tip in all our accounts without permission and without asking if we wanted, like in many other places in Scotland , taking advantage of the tourist who does not control the language well and is trusting. I hope to be reincarnated as the waiter/waitress who will take care of these girls if they ever visit Spain. (It is not clear, no, if that were the case I would not have written this review, we have spent 8 days in Scotland and we have only had this problem in your establishment, it is not a money issue per se, it is the feeling of being cheated). Greetings.

Service charge is too high and certainly didn't appreciate the extra £1 for a tiny 1.5 cm maple syrup. Should tell me 1st that there is an upcharge. Veggie sausage and whatever is next to the egg was not good.

Lovely place, very delicious food, totally worth waiting in line!

Delicious! Super friendly staff. Recommend getting there early as it fills up!

Small little spot. My wife and I arrived with no reservation on a Sunday morning. They were able to get us a table for 2 within 40 min. We walked around the local area and took in some sights while we waited. Interior is small but cozy. Service was fast and efficient. The Full Scottish Breakfast was delicious. My wife got the Salmon Royale and she said it was incredible. Highly recommend for anyone looking for a good brunch spot.

Unfortunately, I had water spilled on me by server who knocked over flowers when taking order. Also had to request a new glass as lipstick on first unclean water glass provided. They added 12.5% tip automatically (discretionary charge) to bill despite poor service. I am not one to complain as would rather protect my peace. However, staff should be empowered to follow a certain procedure automatically when it is clear service falls below a certain level. Food is okay and cannot fault as finished my plate. Atmosphere was nice albeit quite cramped. I wouldn't return due to poor service.

Absolutely delicious and a great selection of fine foods. Staff are amazing and the venue has a great atmosphere.

It was my second time in Edinburgh and I decided to have brunch here at the Greenwoods because I read so many good reviews. The place was packed when we arrived and luckily for us we got a reservation. The girl who welcomed us made us all three sit at a really small table even if we got a reservation and saw my girlfriend is in advanced pregnancy. I didn’t like the fact other guests arrived later and they were also three had two tables instead of one like us… But anyway let’s talk about the food! I was expecting a lot from the kitchen because it was the only reason I came here. Unfortunately for us we were disappointed. The food was quite average, good looking but not so tasty. We had the full Scottish breakfast with poached eggs, the salmon royale and the smacked pork sub. The Scottish breakfast was poor of flavor and there were not hollandaise sauce on my poached eggs (maybe not included?) The salmon royale was good but nothing unforgettable My smacked pork sub I could taste only kimchi flavor and the bottom part of the ciabatta was too soggy beacuse of the liquid from kimchi or the pork At the end it was an average brunch experience and only in the evening surprisingly I found an extra 12.5% service charge in my bill which I think is a bit unfair. It was also my fault that I didn’t check the bill but the tip should be at the discretion of the customer or at least marked on the menu that will be added a 12.5% service although optional. If a customer doesn’t want to give a 12.5% tip but wants to give more or less or even without anything, it’s just a waste of paper to reprint the receipt

Highly recommended! The food was delicious. I ordered banana bread, eggs Benedict and the salmon royale, especially the salmon royale. The salmon is paired with soft-boiled eggs, special sauce and toasted until crispy bread. It's a perfect match! The drinks are pretty good too~ We walked in on a weekday afternoon and had a seat, but the seats in the restaurant were a little crowded.

It was yummy. Got the breakfast pancakes and it was very filling. Can get very busy so make sure to reserve early or arrive before the brunch rush.

Definitely one to try if you're up in Edinburgh

2024 July update: STILL my favorite breakfast/brunch spot in Edinburgh! Greenwood’s never disappoints. It just keeps getting better. Pro tip: reserve a spot because it’s popular and you may not get a table otherwise! Seriously delicious, high quality and local fare, it’s located in the city centre, on Frederick Street. (Try the pancake plate - and the banana bread French toast.) Beautiful interior. I’ve had breakfast, brunch and lunch here. Everything was delicious. And the service was excellent. Wonderful owner and welcoming staff (shout out to Libby!).

Super place for brunch which is a little out of the ordinary.

Very good food, I found it very loud though. Lovely staff. They could do with some accohstic panels

What an absolute delight! I had the best banana bread and dirty chai latte. The service from the team was perfect, super kind and friendly. Thank you so much ❤️

Excellent place for coeliacs/gluten intolerant people and their companions! The service was lovely, attentive, friendly, and welcoming. They have a separate gluten free fryer, toast gf bread separately and understand cross contamination well (all details were volunteered when I said I was coeliac, didn’t need to ask about processes). I had gf kimchi eggs Benedict and my (gluten eating) friend had shakshuka with chorizo. Both were fantastic. Coffee was great too. Will be back!

It was good with a generous portion! Please note, we warn you upon your arrival that you have 1 hour to eat. Without dessert it's enough!

Gorgeous food and great service. I’d definitely recommend booking ahead as it’s always very busy. The only critique would be the tables are very close together , we brought our little dog with and probably wouldn’t have had we known how tight the tables were. Regardless great experience all round.

Best brunch we had in Edinburgh. The food was excellent and the staff were very helpful and friendly.

Starting the day right with a delicious breakfast at Greenwoods Edinburgh! ☕️🥞 The Full Scottish, Kimchi Benedict, and a scone paired perfectly with a flat white and espresso. Everything was top-notch, even though it was a busy spot. The service was impressively fast, making the wait worth every minute. Definitely a must-visit if you’re in town! #GreenwoodsEdinburgh #EdinburghEats #BreakfastGoals #TravelScotland #FoodieAdventures

Delicious breakfast. Cozy. Very friendly staff. Enjoyed every minute and every bite.

This restaurant for breakfast is really worth any line it has! Everything is wonderful and the service is too

We came here after reserving ahead. It is a large room crammed to death with too many tables. I prefer more space between me and total strangers. Clearly a popular place as it was fully booked. There are gluten free options. My daughter enjoyed the Israeli shakshuka. I had the egg and salmon sandwich which was fine. She also had the Dutch apple cake which was lovely. A good place to go if you reserve ahead.

An incredibly hostile environment. Not a warm place, the staff could learn to communicate in a more positive and professional manner.

Excellent customer service and excellent atmosphere. The waitresses and hosts were very nice. Would definitely recommend to all looking for a great note to eat!

It’s amazing that they have a big plate of vegan breakfast! The brunch was very tasty, staff was very friendly, we loved the decor and layout. The menu is big, there is something for everyone.. I highly recommend here and hope to be back again soon!!

You must wait or book an appointment

Another great option for breakfast must make reservation

Excellent place to enjoy a very good brunch! Lots of choice without getting lost, quality ingredients and fresh products, copious quantities. The staff is also friendly! Remember to book in advance!

Intimate, brunch restaurant. Friendly service. Went back again during the Fringe, should have booked! 🤣

Loved the hot chocolate and mocha