Fountain Desserts
Quick info
About Fountain Desserts
On Nicolson St in Edinburgh, Fountain Desserts is a dessert restaurant built around waffles, crepes, and ice cream. The Dubai strawberry cup draws regular orders, alongside crepes in strawberry and pistachio and milkshakes in pistachio and mint chocolate chip. Sundaes appear on the menu too, including an M&M version, and pancakes are served alongside smoothies made with fresh fruit, such as a strawberry and mango blend. Bubble tea rounds out the drinks list. Service is walk-in, with orders taken at the counter rather than by reservation. The shop sits next to CrispyQ on South Bridge, and it has been open for seven years.
Good to know
“Desserts shop in the city centre. We have been open for 7 years and make our customers happy every day with our delicious desserts. Freshly baked waffles and crepes, smooth ice cream, smoothies made just with fresh fruits, best-selling Dubai menu, milkshakes and bubble tea!!”
- ReservationsWalk-in only
- AccessibilityWheelchair: entrance
Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention crepes, milkshakes, pistachio milkshake and dubai strawberry cup.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention crepes, milkshakes, pistachio milkshake and dubai strawberry cup.
Customer Review Summary
Crepes draw the most repeat praise, with reviewers singling out the pistachio crepe and calling it among the best in town, alongside a strawberry and mango smoothie fans. Milkshakes run close behind, from a mint chocolate chip shake and an M&M sundae to a pistachio milkshake and a Dubai strawberry cup, most described as rich and indulgent. Pancakes also come up, soft and fluffy, though one reviewer wished for more toppings for the price. Several note the staff by their helpfulness in picking items like a kinder Bueno, and describe the atmosphere as energetic and welcoming, with a couple of visitors mentioning returning multiple times or planning to. No recurring complaints surface beyond the toppings comment, with most reviews closing on staff going out of their way, including one describing a child served with particular care during her visit.
Customer Review Summary
Crepes draw the most repeat praise, with reviewers singling out the pistachio crepe and calling it among the best in town, alongside a strawberry and mango smoothie fans. Milkshakes run close behind, from a mint chocolate chip shake and an M&M sundae to a pistachio milkshake and a Dubai strawberry cup, most described as rich and indulgent. Pancakes also come up, soft and fluffy, though one reviewer wished for more toppings for the price. Several note the staff by their helpfulness in picking items like a kinder Bueno, and describe the atmosphere as energetic and welcoming, with a couple of visitors mentioning returning multiple times or planning to. No recurring complaints surface beyond the toppings comment, with most reviews closing on staff going out of their way, including one describing a child served with particular care during her visit.
Featured reviews
- Google user
“Amazing place with delicious desserts!! The guy who makes it definitely has blessed hands hahha best dubai strawberry cup I have ever tasted! Also very happy and energetic service. I love places like this where it seems people are doing things with pleasure, this is one of them. Ps: I am the girl of the crepe and I hope you know how I appreciated your kindness. I will definitely be coming back for more desserts when visiting Edinburgh again! 💜”
- Google user
“The BEST experience in Edinburgh. And the best desserts too!! I haven't had such a good crepe in years! Everyone working was so kind and easy to speak to. Definitely someplace you need to try if you're just passing through! You won't regret it! :)”
- Google user
“Hands down the best crepes in town especially the pistachio & large portion. Milkshakes are 10/10, highly recommend it anyone looking for variety.”
- Google user
“Nicest pancakes and milkshakes we have had from a dessert parlor. Very soft and fluffy, though I do wish there were slightly more toppings for the price. The staff were very polite, specially Nika she is very helpful.”
- Google user
“Only one ..Had the most wonderful experience at the Fountain dessert shop today! The staff was incredibly welcoming and Nika helped me choose the perfect kinder Bueno , which was as beautiful as it was delicious. The service was fast, and the atmosphere was great. I’ll definitely be back ❤️❤️”
Amenities
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
Location
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| Place | Rating | Distance | Mentioned in reviews |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fountain DessertsWheelchair accessible | 4.6279 | — | crepes, milkshakes, pistachio milkshake |
| Nile Valley CafeVegan options · Vegetarian options · Good for kids | 4.7808 | 0.1 mi | falafel wrap, chicken wrap, aubergine |
| El Jefe’s | 4.2285 | 0.1 mi | lamb quesadilla, cauliflower tacos, sunday roast |
| The Foodies BistroVegetarian options · Good for kids | 4.7276 | 0.2 mi | full scottish breakfast, eggs florentine, bistro waffle |
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