Reviews

Overall Total Score
3.6 out of 5
Very good | 1145 reviews

What User likes about The Thistle Stop:
a few days ago I visited this caffe. in many years, although I realized this, I had no chance to visit there. all staff were very friendly. cafe and tee and scene were good. I love this kind of Wee-Café. we look forward to a visit. thank you! View all feedback. What User doesn't like about The Thistle Stop:
This restaurant is extremely overpriced for the quality of food they serve. The crisps were tasteless and the sandwich was very basic, something I could easily make at home and probably do a better job. It's a mystery to me how this place stays in business. I would rate it 0 stars if possible. The cheese and tomato sandwich was the most basic I have ever had, served on white bread. View all feedback.

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Gastroranking-it
2.8 ★ from 50 reviews
James
09.09.2024 - 22:41

Stopped here on a rainy lunchtime for a bite and a coffee. The place is down a little backstreet and is popular. The staff are attentive and do well for being s...

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caroline
09.09.2024 - 22:41

Very bad experience Food was mediocre at best for prices charged Customer service was poor and rude. Food was basically thrown onto the table. Gave feedback in...

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Julie
09.09.2024 - 22:41

Could be friendlier, popped in for lunch…food not too bad but staff absolutely don’t want to be there! Shame really as first place in a long time we didn’t leav...

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Re
09.09.2024 - 22:41

We found this little cafe by chance, we’d just arrived in Edinburgh and were hungry, I got a bacon and haggis roll, and a latte, and my daughter had sausage and...

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Road19225755741
09.09.2024 - 22:41

Found this little cafe just off the royal mile when visiting the castle with the grandchildren great service and food. My grandson said it was the best burger h...

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The Thistle Stop Cafe in Edinburgh offers a cozy and welcoming atmosphere with friendly service. Despite a few complaints about prices being too high, overall reviewers appreciated the tasty food and quick service. The cafe is popular for a reason, tucked away in a quiet courtyard, and serves up delicious dishes like traditional Scottish breakfast and tasty crisps. It's the perfect spot to escape the busy High Street and enjoy a satisfying meal. Don't miss out on this little gem while exploring the city.

Tripadvisor
3.4 ★ from 298 reviews
Amanda
12.10.2023 - 21:20

Love this little place, tucked down a close just off the Royal Mile. We pop in each time we're in Edinburgh. On this occasion we visited with my elderly mum and...

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Pete
12.10.2023 - 21:20

How lucky we were to get a wee table for 4 on a very cold December morning. Coffee, scones and carrot cake hit the spot with lovely friendly service. We watched...

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Elsie
12.10.2023 - 21:20

Nice and friendly place, food was nice too, stuff are very cure and friendly, after all day walking we was relaxed here and very welcomed, I 'll be back for sur...

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Justine
12.10.2023 - 21:20

Beautiful family run cafe all very polite people couldn’t fault the food either was absolutely beautiful. So close to Edinburgh castle.

Mohammed
12.10.2023 - 21:20

This wonderful family-owned cafe serves amazing burgers with a staff that is incredibly kind. Despite being very busy, the staff still made time to engage with...

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Menu
4.4 ★ from 7 reviews

A few days ago I visited this caffe. in many years, although I realized this, I had no chance to visit there. all staff were very friendly. cafe and tee and sce...

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Ece
31.12.2022 - 13:40

Very little place, kind of hard to find. the service was very fast. we had our food about five minutes after our order. I'm not an expert for Scottish eating, b...

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Erin
31.12.2022 - 13:40

Great small square to the breakfast from the royal mile, simple breakfast. great hot chocolate and a sweet atmosphere. you feel like you're falling into a cozy...

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Hannah
31.12.2022 - 13:40

Super sweet little caffe away from the street near the castle. a great place to get something fast, easy and cheap. I've scorpse and I could have eaten four of...

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Jette
31.12.2022 - 13:40

Lovely little cafe and even nicer staff/owners. Had a couple breakfasts here and it was very pleasant. No frills but good food and a warm atmosphere.

Facebook
5.0 ★ from 1 reviews
Google
3.5 ★ from 192 reviews
Restaurantguru
3.4 ★ from 406 reviews
Yelp
4.0 ★ from 2 reviews
Zomato
3.4 ★ from 5 reviews
Gastroranking-uk
3.5 ★ from 274 reviews
Int Restaurants
3.7 ★ from 573 reviews

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