About Roundsquare Cafe Bistro
Roundsquare Cafe Bistro is a bistro and breakfast restaurant on Morningside Rd in Edinburgh, covering breakfast, brunch, lunch and cakes under one roof. The kitchen serves pancakes and waffles alongside smashed avocado on toast, and soups come with sourdough toast on the side. Coffee is made with semi-skimmed milk by default, with a Biscoff milkshake and smoked salmon and cream cheese also on the menu. The cake counter runs to homemade bakes, including a coconut jam triangle slice and a Victoria sponge. The entrance is step-free and wheelchair accessible, making it workable for visitors with mobility needs, and high chairs are available for families with young children. Dogs are welcome inside. The cafe opens daily, and reservations are recommended for those wanting a table at busier times.
Good to know
- ReservationsAccepts reservations
- ParkingPaid street parking · Parking
- AccessibilityWheelchair-accessible entrance · Wheelchair-accessible seating · Wheelchair-accessible toilet
- Good for kidsGood for kids · High chairs · Kids' menu
- DietaryOrganic dishes · Vegan options · Vegetarian options
Menu & Prices
75 dishes · mains £2–28- Smashed Avocado On Toast£10.95
- Smoked Salmon & Cream Cheese£13.25
- Hummus, Artichoke On Toast£10.50
- Banana On Sourdough Toast£8.25
- Pancakes£9.80
- Soup Of The Day£7.50
Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention fresh brunch/breakfast dishes, well-balanced coffee, pancakes and smashed avocado on toast.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention fresh brunch/breakfast dishes, well-balanced coffee, pancakes and smashed avocado on toast.
Customer Review Summary
Breakfast dishes draw the most consistent praise, with reviewers repeatedly singling out the pancakes as light and fluffy, the smashed avocado on toast, and waffles described as crispy and fluffy. Close behind, the coffee gets called out again and again as rich and well balanced, alongside the Biscoff milkshake and a soup on sourdough toast. Several mention homemade cakes and smoked salmon with cream cheese, and many describe the owner and staff as warm, welcoming, and accommodating, with one reviewer recounting being given a free drink and a snack after a mix-up with a milkshake order. Against this, one reviewer describes a surly waitress, confusion over a latte order, and a first coffee served lukewarm that had to be remade, alongside frustration at prices for a coconut jam triangle slice and a thin wedge of Victoria sponge. That reviewer said they were unsure about returning, a contrast to most others who describe planning to come back.
Customer Review Summary
Breakfast dishes draw the most consistent praise, with reviewers repeatedly singling out the pancakes as light and fluffy, the smashed avocado on toast, and waffles described as crispy and fluffy. Close behind, the coffee gets called out again and again as rich and well balanced, alongside the Biscoff milkshake and a soup on sourdough toast. Several mention homemade cakes and smoked salmon with cream cheese, and many describe the owner and staff as warm, welcoming, and accommodating, with one reviewer recounting being given a free drink and a snack after a mix-up with a milkshake order. Against this, one reviewer describes a surly waitress, confusion over a latte order, and a first coffee served lukewarm that had to be remade, alongside frustration at prices for a coconut jam triangle slice and a thin wedge of Victoria sponge. That reviewer said they were unsure about returning, a contrast to most others who describe planning to come back.
Featured reviews
- Eveline Scott
“How can you justify £4.50 for a coconut jam triangle slice? The thin wedge of Victoria sponge was £5.50. I used to love coming here. The waitress was rather surly today. I asked for a normal latte and an extra hot skinny latte with one shot. I asked which was which. She said “Both the same made with semi skimmed milk. Anyway there is only 1 shot in the cup. “ The coffee was lukewarm so I asked her to make me a fresh one. This was better… but also bitter compared to the first cup. Not sure we will be returning.”
- Melissa R.
“Really nice cafe. Owner kindly gave me a card to say I could have a free drink on my next visit, after barista wasn't around to make my milkshake (it still tasted fine though!). Went today for my free milkshake and they also told me to take a snack. Very generous and kind service. Plus the drinks and the food taste great!”
- Yusuf Ozdemir
“The food at Roundsquare Coffee Bistro is consistently fresh, flavourful, and beautifully presented. Every dish feels thoughtfully prepared, with generous portions and great attention to detail. A fantastic spot for a satisfying and high quality meal 😋”
- Mahir Gulem
“Roundsquare truly stands out for its food. Fresh ingredients, beautiful presented plates and flavours that feel both comforting and refined. Everything tastes homemade. Definitely one of my favourite spots for a great soups and on sourdough toasted.”
- Iman Basheir
“I recommend any person coming here coz there is a delicious food and nice views as well as the manager and staff are very friendly and helpful, kindly. I will return back many times here 😍I loved the cafe 🫶🏻”
Hours
- Monday
- Tuesday
- Wednesday
- Thursday
- Friday
- Saturday
- Sunday
Highlights
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great tea selection
- Popular for breakfast
- Popular for lunch
- Popular for solo dining
Amenities
- Wi-Fi
- Wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Paid street parking
- Accepts reservations
- Dogs allowed
- Delivery
Show more amenities
- Takeaway
- Dine-in
- Family friendly
- Vegan options
- Casual
- On-site services
- Offerings· 7
- Coffee
- Free water refills
- Healthy options
- Organic dishes
- Quick bite
- Small plates
- Vegetarian options
- Facilities· 2
- Gender-neutral toilets
- Toilet
- Accessibility· 2
- Wheelchair-accessible seating
- Wheelchair-accessible toilet
- Dining options· 6
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Counter service
- Dessert
- Seating
- Popular for· 1
- Solo dining
- Parking· 1
- Parking
- Family-friendly· 3
- Good for kids
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
- Highlights· 3
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great tea selection
- Atmosphere· 2
- Cosy
- Trendy
- Crowd· 5
- Groups
- LGBTQ+ friendly
- Tourists
- Transgender safe space
- University students
- Pet-friendly· 1
- Dogs allowed inside
Location
Restaurants near Roundsquare Cafe Bistro
- Canny Man's4.41,1660.2 mi£10–50Reservations
whisky selection, open sandwiches, opening hours confusion
- Three Birds4.76250.4 miWheelchair accessible
gluten free menu, crispy pig ears, tempura prawns
- 0.8 miWheelchair accessible
chocolate brownie with strawberries, custom pancakes, cookie dough with chocolate sauce
| Place | Rating | Distance | Price | Mentioned in reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Roundsquare Cafe BistroVegan options · Vegetarian options · Good for kids | 4.7539 | — | £1–15 | fresh brunch/breakfast dishes, well-balanced coffee, pancakes |
| Canny Man'sReservations | 4.41,166 | 0.2 mi | £10–50 | whisky selection, open sandwiches, opening hours confusion |
| Three BirdsWheelchair accessible | 4.7625 | 0.4 mi | — | gluten free menu, crispy pig ears, tempura prawns |
| Heavenly Desserts Fountain Park, EdinburghWheelchair accessible | 4.2872 | 0.8 mi | — | chocolate brownie with strawberries, custom pancakes, cookie dough with chocolate sauce |
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