Lunch Edinburgh Royal Mile: The Best Spot Just Off the Iconic Street

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54-56 Morningside Rd, Edinburgh EH10 4BZ

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£10 – £20 Per Person

Opening Hours

Monday                     8:30am – 3:00pm

Tuesday                    8:30am – 3:00pm

Wednesday             8:30am – 3:00pm

Thursday                  8:30am – 3:00pm

Friday                       8:30am – 3:00pm

Saturday                   8:30am – 3:30pm

Sunday                     8:30am – 3:30pm

Lunch Edinburgh Royal Mile

Lunch Edinburgh Royal Mile: The Best Spot Just Off the Iconic Street

Looking for a fantastic lunch on the Edinburgh Royal Mile? Edinburgh Larder is one of the top choices for a relaxed, high-quality lunch experience right in the heart of the Old Town. Located on Blackfriars Street, just off the Royal Mile — we offer fresh, seasonal Scottish food in a warm, welcoming independent café atmosphere.

Since 2009, Edinburgh Larder has built a strong reputation for honest, flavourful cooking using the best local produce. Whether you’re sightseeing at Edinburgh Castle, exploring the Royal Mile, or visiting Holyrood Palace, our Blackfriars Street location is the perfect place to refuel with a proper sit-down lunch away from the busiest tourist crowds.

Best Lunch Items at Edinburgh Larder (Royal Mile)

Our dedicated lunch menu starts from 12pm (no substitutions). All sandwiches are served with dressed mixed leaves and today’s salad. Popular all-day dishes are also available during lunch service.

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Coronation Chicken Sandwich (£14.95)

Coronation chicken, pickled red onion, beefsteak tomato, dressed mixed leaves and buttered granary bread.

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Roasted Harissa Aubergine Sandwich (£14.40)

Roasted harissa aubergine, spring pea hummus, pickled red cabbage, dressed mixed leaves and granary bread (vegetarian).

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Today’s Soup

Served with buttered granary bread (£8.50), with salad (£8.50), or as a cup of soup with a sandwich (£16.95).

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Belhaven Cold-Smoked Sea Trout Sandwich (£14.95)

Cold-smoked sea trout, dill-pickled cucumber, lemon & herb cream cheese, dressed mixed leaves and buttered granary bread.

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Taste of Scotland Plate (£18.50)

Belhaven cold-smoked sea trout, Ramsay’s honey roasted ham, Scottish cheeses, oatcakes, caramelised onion chutney, spring pea hummus, dill-pickled cucumber, today’s salad, dressed mixed leaves and buttered granary bread.

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Lunch Edinburgh Royal Mile FAQ @EdinburghLarder

Where is the best place for lunch on the Royal Mile?

Edinburgh Larder on Blackfriars Street is highly recommended. It’s just seconds off the Royal Mile and consistently praised for its quality Scottish food and relaxed setting.

What time does lunch finish at Edinburgh Larder?

Lunch is served all day until 3pm at our Blackfriars Street location.

Do you have vegetarian and vegan lunch options?

Yes — we offer a good selection of vegetarian and vegan dishes, including our popular veggie haggis options and fresh salads.

Can I make a reservation for lunch?

Yes, reservations are recommended, especially on weekends. You can book online for 1-hour slots.

Is it suitable for families?

Absolutely. We welcome families and have high chairs available. Our menu has options that children enjoy too.

What drinks do you serve with lunch?

We offer expertly brewed coffee from local roasters, a selection of teas, Scottish craft beers, natural wines, and refreshing soft drinks.

Is there parking near the Royal Mile location?

Limited on-street parking is available nearby, but we recommend using public transport or walking as the café is very central.

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We came with a reservation, which I recommend, for breakfast on a Sturday morning at 09h15. Many people queuing at the upper place, none at the site 15m down the road which seems to be the place for guests who reserved. We still had to wait some 15' outside until our reservation time was due, which I found unnecessarily frustrating as the tables where free. The service guys did their job, but I had the impression we disturbed them. Food is delicious and plentiful, pricing is confident, expect 25£ per adult. If money and service do not count, a very good address. If you look for a more personal experience or family-friendly pricing you better look elsewhere.
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The food was very good, and the service was friendly. However, the prices were a little high, and the seating area was quite small, which made it feel less cosy and comfortable.
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We stopped here for breakfast (two full Scottish breakfasts and a waffle). It’s a very popular spot in a touristy area that gets extremely busy, so pre-booking the main cafe is definitely recommended (though their little larder next door is a good alternative without a booking). The staff were lovely, enthusiastic, and welcoming! However, the food was just okay/average compared to other full Scottish breakfasts in the city, and it feels quite overpriced for what you get. Decent stop, but you can find better value nearby.
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MNet
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Very friendly and nice service. Food is great, couldn’t stop enjoying till the last bite 😋 Note: no wi-fi or internet connectivity, be prepared to be with your thoughts 😆
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Came for breakfast without a booking. Was seated right away at the community table which wasn't a problem. Coffee was very good. I had a latte and my partner had a flat white with almond milk. We both had Benedicts - mine with bacon and hers with local Salmon. They were delicious. It was friendly service and quite fast. We were in and out in 30 minutes. Highly recommend!
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Ci siamo fermati per il brunch che in realtà è un pasto completo, soprattutto se scegliete il piatto unico scozzese dove c'è un po' di tutto, compresi haggies molto buoni. I camerieri sono super disponibili e simpatici, il locale è diviso su due diversi civici entrambi con atmosfera familiare. Ottima anche la scelta di caffè e bevande varie. Posizione perfetta per una sosta mentre si visita la High street. Potrebbe esserci un po' di fila ma il personale è veloce a sistemare i nuovi tavoli.
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Julian Harris
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A very popular place with a good reputation that is well deserved. Can be extremely busy with queues outside hence online reservation is recommended. We turned up on a Sunday morning at nine and were very lucky to get a table. Staff very friendly and attentive. Food was excellent with a kids menu as well. We enjoyed it thoroughly.