Clarinda's Tearoom

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  Reinhold Schrader II

  ·1 month ago

  “An absolute hidden gem and true little hole-in-the-wall that proves some of the best places are the ones you might otherwise walk right past. We came here for breakfast, and from the moment we arrived, it was clear this was a popular little spot. Seating is first come, first served. GENTLEMEN, TAKE MY ADVICE: 1) Get there about 10 minutes before opening. Otherwise, you may find yourself standing outside watching someone else enjoy the breakfast you should have been eating and you will not hear the last of it. 2) Sometimes being a man means making strategic compromises, and apparently mine was sitting down for a proper Scottish breakfast in a tiny tearoom. I survived, I was well fed, and I even enjoyed myself so I’d call that a successful mission. 3) The tearoom itself is cozy, charming, and full of character, with friendly service and a wonderful local feel. The food was delicious, and the entire experience felt authentically Scottish rather than overly polished or touristy which made it all the more enjoyable. Finally, I’ll admit. There were no pubs involved, no whisky required, and absolutely no complaints filed with the International Brotherhood of Men. Yet after experiencing Clarinda’s, I can confidently say… The. Sacrifice. Was. Worth. Clarinda’s Tearoom is exactly the kind of place that makes exploring Edinburgh special: Small, Welcoming, Authentic, and Packed with Character. A true hidden gem and gentlemen, don’t be afraid to take one for the Guys’ Team. You might actually enjoy it!”

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  The_Shield89

  ·1 month ago

  “I had here my first full Scottish Breakfast and first Haggis. It was very Delicious. The tea was also great. Service was very kind and helpfull. A very lovely place. Thank you.”

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  Ahmed Al Sayed

  ·2 months ago

  “The best place to have Scottish tea, coffee and home made cakes like Victoria sponge cake and scones. The cafe is small in capacity and have waiting queues sometimes. A charming and cozy tearoom with a lovely vintage atmosphere.. The cakes are delicious and freshly made, and the tea selection is excellent. Highly recommended!”

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  Lisa's southern songs

  ·3 months ago

  “Absolutely brilliant! Classic old fashioned tearoom with scones, custard creams, vegetarian breakfast and lovely staff. While in Edinburgh....A MUST GO!”

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  Dara Gilbey

  ·4 months ago

  “Aesthetically pleasing, quaint establishment. Very busy, shared seating. I ordered the Cream tea which consisted of a cup of tea, scone with jam and cream. I kid you not, the scone was so incredibly dry, thank goodness for the jam and cream that kept it together. Maybe it’s because I went at 3:45pm, perhaps the scones dried out. Extremely crumbly. Very difficult to eat. Tea was wonderful. 3 stars for atmosphere.”

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  Laurien

  ·5 months ago

  “Very cute tearoom close to the Parliament & Arthur's Seat. We liked the food and got a large pot of tea. Quality of drinks and food is high. Unfortunately, we came right in between breakfast and lunch and only toasties were being served. I would recommend to expand their menu a little during this hour”

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  Zuleikha Muzaffarr

  ·5 months ago

  “Stopped in to grab a quick bite to eat and a cup of tea. Although there are only 8 tables, the staff is quite efficient at turning tables around and we did not have to wait long. The room is decorated so beautifully and charming. The food simple, delicious and hit the spot. I would come back here!”

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  Michaela Wiseman

  ·8 months ago

  “My friend and I went here for breakfast, she loved the cinnamon toast. We had a big birthday that day and had no luck getting hold of a cake so we asked if they would consider selling us one before we left, not expecting much, the team was so lovely and after they realised what it was for they offered to bake us one of we could come back in a few hours. We were so grateful it really made the day a whole lot better, brought smiles to everyone's faces and the cake was absolutely delicious! Thank you again”

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  Mary B

  ·8 months ago

  “We absolutely adored Clarinda’s! So quaint and cozy. Love that there are different daily soups and quiche. The pastries were very tasty and the staff are kind and welcoming. We came twice during our trip because we enjoyed it so much. Fave place I ate during my entire trip! Def recommend!”

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  Mariam

  ·11 months ago

  “A charming and cozy tearoom with a lovely vintage atmosphere. Clarinda’s feels warm and welcoming from the moment you step inside. The cakes are delicious and freshly made, and the tea selection is excellent. The staff are friendly and make the experience even better. A perfect spot for a relaxing break in Edinburgh. Highly recommended!”

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