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A snug little pub up steps near Waverley, with high chairs and a kids' menu — but no easy pram access.

Cafés · Edinburgh
Mimi's Bakehouse inside the City Art Centre is an easy Edinburgh stop with the family, with high chairs on hand for little ones and vegan options on the menu if anyone needs them. It sits in the ££ range and has built up a solid 4.4 rating across hundreds of visits, so it's a dependable spot to refuel after a wander round the galleries.

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A snug little pub up steps near Waverley, with high chairs and a kids' menu — but no easy pram access.
Airy, pram-friendly café by Waverley with good pastries and a kids' menu — come before 10am to beat the rush.
Vast, handsome bar-restaurant by Waverley with fast breakfasts, kids' menu and high chairs — just note the downstairs loos.