Cafés · Edinburgh
With a single one-star rating on the books and one visitor reporting that both the coffee and the service fell short, this is a hard one to recommend on the strength of what's been said so far — worth knowing before you build an afternoon around it. What it does have going for it is the setup: indoor soft play on site, a kids' menu, high chairs and buggy access through the door, so the practical bones of a place you can sit in while children burn off energy are all there. Note the name is doing real work — it's for soft play customers, not a drop-in café, so you'll be paying for play as well as lunch at around ££. If you're already booked into the soft play, it's a convenient place to park a coffee; go in with modest expectations on the coffee itself.
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.
A relaxed Edinburgh restaurant with a kids' menu, high chairs, outdoor seating and vegan options — easy for a family meal out.
Fish and seafood in Edinburgh with a kids menu, highchairs and outdoor seating — 4.5★ (798 Google reviews).
A cosy, historic pub at the foot of Arthur's Seat with free parking, a patio, generous pies and unhurried staff — book ahead, it gets tight.