Café · Edinburgh
Tucked into the Storytelling Centre on the Royal Mile, this is a roomier café than most in the Old Town — space to park a pram without apologising to anyone, high chairs, and a kids' menu. The window seats are the ones to grab: a cuppa, something from the fresh bakery counter, and the whole Royal Mile walking past to keep children occupied. Grown-ups tend to order the haggis, neeps and tatties with whisky sauce (around £8.50 plus sauce), and there are vegan, gluten-free and dairy-free versions of it too, which is a rare relief if someone in your family can't eat everything. Soup, cake and coffee comes in around £14. It's a social enterprise supporting people in recovery, and the welcome shows it — one parent calls it "wholesome". It fills up fast at lunch and during the Fringe, so go early.
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.
Affordable, quiet spot for first-time haggis with kids — friendly staff, high chairs, buggy access, and a standout scotch egg.
Cosy Royal Mile café doing standout breakfasts, with a kids' menu, high chairs and solid gluten-free and vegan options — go early.
A well-loved Royal Mile café in Edinburgh with outdoor seating and a 4.8 rating from over 600 reviews.