Ca Phe Viet
Small, city centre gem serving up Vietnamese coffee and tea alongside pho and banh mi sandwiches.
Random places to try
The Portico Library
A hidden gem, follow in the footsteps of former Prime Ministers by surrounding yourself with 25,000 books spanning 400 years
Maida Grill House
Laidback curry cafe known for Indian and Pakistani grill favourites and standard-setting rice and three
Society
Food hall featuring stands doling out global street foods, craft beer and cocktails.
The Bull On The Brow
Cosy subterranean European beer bar beneath Baillie Street serving Chimay, Duvel and Bavarian bites with weekend DJ nights.
Proove
Authentic Neapolitan pizza and small plates
The Washhouse
One of the city's best hidden speakeasy bars offering a brilliant range of cocktails
La Chouquette Didsbury
Artisan bakery producing high-quality fresh bread, pastries and gâteaux
Department
Hand-selected, expertly curated pre-owned furniture, homewares and art from celebrated designers.
Trof
Nordic Muse
Scandi-inspired boutique championing timeless design, craftsmanship, and quiet everyday luxury.
The Beeswing
Tapas, bottomless brunch and continental wines are among the highlights at this relaxed city centre eatery with outdoor garden terrace
Independent shopping
Deadstock General Store
Homewares that are anything but off the shelf, guaranteed to make your castle stand out.
KershKicks
A footgear emporium specialising in rare, limited edition and deadstock trainers.
Beaumont Organic
Responsible, ethical, and sustainable cotton, linen, and recycled denim women’s wear, in a store to die for.
Queer Lit
Europe’s most expansive lesbian, gay, bi, trans and queer bookshop defining gorgeous on the inside
Grab a drink after work
Edinburgh Castle
Gloriously restored 19th Century public house with celebrated bar food and a la carte restaurant.
The Fitzgerald
The Fitzgerald is a discreet, delightfully dark, and decadent first floor speakeasy that owes plenty to Gatsby and the Jazz Age.
Peveril of the Peak
Traditional Victorian-era pub first opened in 1820, with heritage tilework, dark wood interiors and proper pints
The Britons Protection
Centuries-old pub with listed status, unique historic interior including Terrazzo-tiled floors, and a universal fanbase