Best Cafés in Stockbridge, Edinburgh

Stockbridge was made for lazy afternoons and long coffee dates with your partner or friends. This Edinburgh neighbourhood is known for its second-hand shops, Sunday market, and the Water of Leith Walkway, which connects the area with the lively Leith Shore and historic Dean Village. I couldn’t think of a better afternoon out hitting all three and finishing the day at one of the best cafes in Stockbridge. 

This guide also includes eateries that do takeaway in Stockbridge. 

Café	Area	Type	Postcode
Franco’s	Deanhaugh St	Fish & chips	EH4 1LU
Good & Proper Deli	Raeburn Place	Deli/cafe	EH4 1HJ
Artisan Roast	Raeburn Place	Specialty coffee	EH4 1HH
The Pastry Section	Raeburn Place	Bakery/cafe	EH4 1HH
Cowan & Sons	Raeburn Place	Print shop/cafe	EH4 1HX
La Barantine	Raeburn Place	French patisserie	EH4 1HU
Söderberg	Deanhaugh St	Swedish bakery	EH4 1LU
JJ Mellis	Raeburn Place	Cheesemonger	EH4 1HL
The Pantry	Circus Place	Brunch cafe	EH3 6ST
Fortitude Coffee	Hamilton Place	Specialty roaster	EH3 5AZ
Books N’ Cup	Raeburn Place	Book cafe	EH4 1HN
Two Children	Raeburn Place	Coffee/brunch	EH4 1HG
Mimi’s Bakehouse	Comely Bank	Bakery/brunch	EH4 1BQ
Grow Urban	St Vincent St	Plant shop/cafe	EH3 6SH
Howdah Tea & Coffee	Deanhaugh St	Tea/coffee shop	EH4 1LU
Kubo Cafe	St Stephen St	Filipino cafe	EH3 5AH
Patisserie Florentin	Circus Place	French patisserie	EH3 6ST
Braw	Dean Village	Soup/sandwiches	EH3 5NN
The Bonham	West End	Hotel restaurant	EH3 7QB
Café Modern One	Belford Road	Gallery cafe	EH4 3DR
Forage & Chatter	Dean Village area	Scottish/romantic	EH4 3LR

Best Cafés and Coffee Shops in Stockbridge, Edinburgh

• Franco’s – beloved Italian-owned fish & chips, crispy golden batter since the 1980s. 11 Deanhaugh Street, EH4 1LU. Mon–Fri 11:45–1:45 & 4:30–12, Sat–Sun 4:30–12
• Good & Proper Deli – neighbourhood deli with proper bacon rolls, homemade soups and daily specials. 74 Raeburn Place, EH4 1HJ
• Artisan Roast – Edinburgh’s OG specialty roaster since 2007, single-origin beans from 20+ countries, cosy reading nook. 100A Raeburn Place, EH4 1HH. Daily 8:30–17:00. Dog-friendly
• The Pastry Section – window displays of edible art: giant cinnamon buns, lemon meringue, seasonal bakes. Best-value coffee in Stockbridge. 86 Raeburn Place, EH4 1HH. Tue–Sat 9–4, Sun 9:30–4, closed Mon

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• Cowan & Sons – Gatsby-style print shop meets neighbourhood cafe, Obadiah beans, standout dirty chai, banana bread locals swear by. 33 Raeburn Place, EH4 1HX. Daily 8:30–17:00. Dog-friendly 
• La Barantine – Parisian patisserie charm, French-roasted espresso, delicate teas and seasonal tarts. 27B Raeburn Place, EH4 1HU. Daily 9:30–17:00
• Söderberg Stockbridge – Swedish-style filter coffee and cinnamon buns, minimalist Nordic vibe, cardamom buns are essential. 3 Deanhaugh Street, EH4 1LU. Mon–Fri 8–18, Sat–Sun 9–18 
• JJ Mellis Cheesemonger – Scotland’s most famous cheesemonger since 1979, 200+ cheeses, wine and charcuterie board. 15A Raeburn Place, EH4 1HL 

New Cafés in Stockbridge

Stockbridge’s cafe scene keeps evolving. These spots have opened since our original guide and are now firm favourites:

• Fortitude Coffee – house-roasted specialty coffee, precision-brewed with minimalist vibe. The go-to for remote workers: reliable Wi-Fi, cosy benches, small sweet treats. 66 Hamilton Place, EH3 5AZ. Mon–Fri 8:30–4, Sat–Sun 9–4. Dog-friendly
• Books N’ Cup – book-lined den with exposed stone, Edison bulbs, deep leather Chesterfields. Rose lattes, laptop nooks, open till 10pm. 16 Raeburn Place, EH4 1HN. Daily 7:30–22:00. Dog-friendly
• Two Children – Square Mile’s Red Brick espresso anchors the menu, sleek airy space, brunch favourites. 120 Raeburn Place, EH4 1HG. Daily 8–17. Dog-friendly
• Mimi’s Bakehouse – triple-certified coffee, Eteaket teas, award-winning cakes and all-day brunch. Takeaway hatch daily 9–4. 153–155 Comely Bank Road, EH4 1BQ. Daily 9–4:30
• Grow Urban – botanical cafe-meets-plant-shop, sip espresso among the greenery. Cakes and botanical goods. 8B St Vincent Street, EH3 6SH. Mon–Wed 10:30–17, Thu–Sun 10:30–17:30
• Howdah Tea & Coffee Company – old-school charm, global tea and coffee blends with bespoke loose-leaf selection. 5 Deanhaugh Street, EH4 1LU. Mon–Sat 8–16, Sun 9–16
• Kubo Cafe – Filipino twist on cafe culture: barako-style coffee, house chai, siomai and adobo for savoury pairing. 39 St Stephen Street, EH3 5AH. Mon/Wed–Sun 8:30–4:30, closed Tue
• Patisserie Florentin – classic espresso and continental teas with rustic French flair, rotating gallery of local art. Traditional French breakfasts from 7:30. 5 North West Circus Place, EH3 6ST. Daily 8–6. Dog-friendly

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• The Pantry – ethically sourced, locally roasted coffee, seasonal smoothies, house-made lemonade. Features in our brunch guide. 1 North West Circus Place, EH3 6ST. Daily 9–16. Dog-friendly

Cafes and Restaurants Near Dean Village 

• Braw – friendly cafe near Dean Village serving homemade soup, sandwiches and seasonal specials 
• The Restaurant at The Bonham – seasonal Scottish menu in a grand Victorian townhouse hotel, afternoon tea and Sunday roasts. 12 Drumsheugh Place, EH3 7QB
• Café Modern One – gallery cafe at the Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art, impressive deli platters, cakes and a garden terrace for al fresco lunching. 75 Belford Road, EH4 3DR. Daily 10–16:30 
• Forage & Chatter – ten-minute walk from Dean Village, seasonal Scottish food in a romantic candlelit setting, great for date night 

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best coffee shop in Stockbridge?

Fortitude Coffee (66 Hamilton Place) is the local favourite for specialty coffee, with house-roasted beans and precision brews. For a cosier vibe, Books N’ Cup on Raeburn Place offers leather armchairs and rose lattes open till 10pm.

Are Stockbridge cafes dog-friendly?

Yes – many Stockbridge cafes welcome dogs. Artisan Roast, Cowan & Sons, Books N’ Cup, Two Children, Fortitude Coffee and Patisserie Florentin are all dog-friendly. Look for water bowls by the door.

Where can I work remotely with Wi-Fi in Stockbridge?

Fortitude Coffee is the top pick for remote workers: reliable Wi-Fi, upholstered benches, and calm atmosphere. Books N’ Cup also works well with laptop nooks and late opening hours. The Pantry is popular for morning laptop sessions too.

What cafes in Stockbridge are good for brunch?

The Pantry, Mimi’s Bakehouse, Two Children and Good & Proper Deli all serve excellent brunch. The Pantry features in our Edinburgh brunch guide. Mimi’s offers award-winning cakes alongside all-day brunch.

Is Franco’s chip shop still open in Stockbridge?

Yes, Franco’s at 11 Deanhaugh Street is still open and serving fish & chips. Italian-owned since the 1980s, it’s open Mon–Fri for lunch and evening (11:45–1:45, 4:30–12), weekends 4:30–12.

Updated September 2026. We verify every venue listed; if something has changed, let us know in the comments.

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