The Place To Eat in Edinburgh: photos, reviews, menu

About

Perched in Edinburgh, The Place To Eat offers an intriguing blend of café comfort and restaurant flair, complete with spectacular views stretching over the city to the distant Fife. An array of British classics grace the menu, from hearty sandwiches and savory pies to sweet indulgences like fruitcake and chocolate, catering to breakfast, brunch, and lunch appetites. Whether you're popping in for a cup of freshly brewed coffee or enjoying a full meal, the venue maintains a high standard of hygiene.

Offering free Wi-Fi and a spacious study area, it becomes a perfect refuge for students seeking a productive environment. Though the service leaves some room for enhancement, the staff remains pleasant, ensuring a welcoming atmosphere. With the benefit of credit card payments and the convenience of takeaway, this location strikes a balance by providing a much-needed escape in an area acclaimed for its breathtaking views and its practical embrace of a modern café culture.

Price

$$$$ 11 - 25 GBP

Meals

Breakfast, Branch, Lunch

Cuisines

British

Services

Takeaway

Payment

Payment by credit card

Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible

Dishes and Beverages

Discover the standout dishes and unique drinks that define The Place To Eat menu.

Bacon
Cakes
Chicken
Chocolate
Coffee
Fruitcake
Latte
Meat
Baking
Pies
Pork
Bird
Rolls
Salads
Sandwiches
Sausages
Tea

How to get here?

The nearest public transport options for your convenience.

Princes Street - Waverley Steps (Stop PM)

Bus stop 281 m walk

Edinburgh

Bus stop 275 m walk

Leith Street (Stop JB)

Bus stop 66 m walk

York Place

Bus stop 149 m walk

Broughton Street (Stop YK)

Bus stop 240 m walk

York Place (Stop YJ)

Bus stop 181 m walk

3.8

based on 69 reviews

Google

3.8/5 69 reviews

Reetesh Setia

Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

It is a cafe at the 5th floor of John Lewis in st. James quarter, the hot chocolate and cakes were amazing and what a view this place has

Emilÿ Woodfine

Food: 5
Atmosphere: 5

As a student, it’s always challenging to find affordable and spacious study spaces but John Lewis has pulled through! Good food and coffee, but also amazing staff, especially the red headed woman who greeted you with a smile and made me and my friend very comfortable working here. Would 100% come back just because of her!

David Cameron

Food: 4
Atmosphere: 4

Pleasant place for a quick bite to eat, with the main high point being the excellent views across the city from the window seats. Service was pleasant and functional. The breakfast rolls we had were quite decent and the cakes looked good too. The coffee from the barista is reasonable however I’d definitely avoid the coffee from the automatic machines as it was pretty poor.

The Place To Eat in Edinburgh