Cafés · Edinburgh
This relaxed café inside Edinburgh's National Portrait Gallery does soups, salads, sandwiches and proper espresso, so there's something to suit smaller appetites as well as grown-up coffee cravings. There are vegan options on the menu too, which helps if anyone in your group eats that way.
A little something creative for your next meal out. Filled with colouring, simple drawing prompts for cute animals, origami and conversation starters designed to bring more play, laughter and connection to the table. 3 free printable packs for toddlers, preschoolers and primary-aged children.
Restaurant in Edinburgh — 4.4★ (483 Google reviews).
A warm, family-run Italian near Waverley with high chairs, a kids' menu, and bruschetta and mussels people rave about.
Warm Ukrainian café in Edinburgh with borscht, varenyky and Scottish breakfasts, plus a kids' menu, high chairs and outdoor tables.