The Painted Rooster
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About The Painted Rooster
The Painted Rooster is a breakfast and brunch restaurant on Melville Place in Edinburgh, where rooster decoration and a cutlery holder reused from another life give the room its character. Tables sit close together in the main area, and a separate seating space downstairs adds room below. The kitchen works through the morning and afternoon, with a full breakfast anchoring the menu alongside bagels, including one with smoked salmon and soft cheese, and avocado served on sourdough with hash browns. The team takes orders at the table and accommodates special requests, including additions to a bagel and off-menu coffee drinks. There is no reservations system, so guests simply walk in, and the doors are open daily during the daytime only. Outdoor seating gives the option of eating in the open air, dogs are welcome, and high chairs mean families with young children can settle in. Scones, brownies and a ham and cheese croissant round out the counter.
Good to know
- ParkingParking
- Good for kidsHigh chairs · Family friendly
- DietaryOrganic dishes · Vegan options · Vegetarian options
Menu & Prices
150 dishes · mains £2–20- Mushroom£13.50
- Classic Burger£16.00
- Chicken Or Beef Loaded Fries£13.00
- Bacon & Mushroom£14.70
- No.5£14.70
- Haggis Melt£14.70
Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention avocado toast, smoked salmon bagel, vegetarian bagel and ham and cheese croissant.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention avocado toast, smoked salmon bagel, vegetarian bagel and ham and cheese croissant.
Customer Review Summary
Reviewers most often praise the friendly, attentive staff, who are described as going the extra mile, spoiling a young son, adding dill to a bagel on request, and making a speciality coffee drink on request. Close behind is breakfast and brunch food that diners call fresh and made with care. Named favourites include the smoked salmon and soft cheese bagel, described as warm and soft with a slight crunch, along with the ham and cheese croissant, the scone, avocado toast, and a vegetarian bagel with spinach, avocado and fried egg. Coffee also gets mentions, from chai and pumpkin spice lattes to an oat milk Americano, and the brownie is called the perfect finish. Several also note the free lemon water and the vegan and allergen free options. The one recurring caveat is space: one reviewer says the tables sit close together and feel a little cramped, though they link that to the lively atmosphere. Another found the downstairs seating very quiet early in the morning, with room for two adults, a baby and a dog.
Customer Review Summary
Reviewers most often praise the friendly, attentive staff, who are described as going the extra mile, spoiling a young son, adding dill to a bagel on request, and making a speciality coffee drink on request. Close behind is breakfast and brunch food that diners call fresh and made with care. Named favourites include the smoked salmon and soft cheese bagel, described as warm and soft with a slight crunch, along with the ham and cheese croissant, the scone, avocado toast, and a vegetarian bagel with spinach, avocado and fried egg. Coffee also gets mentions, from chai and pumpkin spice lattes to an oat milk Americano, and the brownie is called the perfect finish. Several also note the free lemon water and the vegan and allergen free options. The one recurring caveat is space: one reviewer says the tables sit close together and feel a little cramped, though they link that to the lively atmosphere. Another found the downstairs seating very quiet early in the morning, with room for two adults, a baby and a dog.
Featured reviews
- Mark S
“Came in recently for a father's day breakfast, came early it was super quiet in the downstairs seating area. Perfect for two people, a baby and a dog. Had the full breakfast and coffee, great food and amazing staff!”
- Anna F
“Fantastic service, very friendly and attentive staff. Good choice of food, reasonably priced. Always happy to support independent business and no exceptions here. If you are around this place, definitely worth a try 🙌”
- Don
“A bustling spot with tables close together, so it can feel a little cramped, but the lively atmosphere adds to the charm. We had brunch, and the food was absolutely exceptional – clearly made with care and quality ingredients. The staff were incredibly friendly and attentive, going above and beyond to make our visit enjoyable. Definitely worth a visit if you don’t mind the cozy seating!”
- Elena Gilg
“Great food and atmosphere, but especially nice, friendly and very attentive service! They definitely went the extra mile to meet our wishes and weird touristy asks! Definitely recommend that place!”
- PaulSebastian
“Perfect place for breakfast or brunch, staff was very friendly, and they even made me a speciality coffee drink request. All food ordered was in a timely manner, and tasty as well. Thank you.”
Hours
- Monday
- Tuesday
- Wednesday
- Thursday
- Friday
- Saturday
- Sunday
Highlights
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great tea selection
- Popular for breakfast
- Popular for solo dining
- Healthy options
Amenities
- Wi-Fi
- Parking
- Outdoor seating
- Dogs allowed
- Takeaway
- Dine-in
Show more amenities
- Family friendly
- Vegan options
- Bar on site
- Casual
- On-site services
- Beer
- Offerings· 11
- Alcohol
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Free water refills
- Healthy options
- Organic dishes
- Quick bite
- Small plates
- Spirits
- Vegetarian options
- Wine
- Dining options· 7
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Counter service
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
- Facilities· 1
- Toilet
- Pet-friendly· 2
- Dogs allowed inside
- Dogs allowed outside
- Other· 1
- Identifies as women-owned
- Highlights· 3
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great tea selection
- Popular for· 1
- Solo dining
- Atmosphere· 3
- Cosy
- Quiet
- Trendy
- Crowd· 2
- LGBTQ+ friendly
- Tourists
- Family-friendly· 1
- High chairs
Location
Restaurants near The Painted Rooster
- The Palmerston4.59920.3 miWheelchair accessible
sourdough bread and butter, roast lamb, hake with lentils
- Old Pal Bar and Kitchen4.84760.3 mi£20–50Vegetarian optionsWheelchair accessibleReservations
sunday roast, espresso martini, mezcal margarita
- Fava Restaurant - Greek Kitchen4.61,3440.4 miWheelchair accessible
falafel wrap, gyros with pork, mixed grill
| Place | Rating | Distance | Price | Mentioned in reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Painted RoosterOutdoor seating · Vegan options · Vegetarian options | 4.6855 | — | £15–30 | avocado toast, smoked salmon bagel, vegetarian bagel |
| The PalmerstonWheelchair accessible | 4.5992 | 0.3 mi | — | sourdough bread and butter, roast lamb, hake with lentils |
| Old Pal Bar and KitchenVegetarian options · Wheelchair accessible · Reservations | 4.8476 | 0.3 mi | £20–50 | sunday roast, espresso martini, mezcal margarita |
| Fava Restaurant - Greek KitchenWheelchair accessible | 4.61,344 | 0.4 mi | — | falafel wrap, gyros with pork, mixed grill |
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