About the Menu

Deacon's House Cafe offers a thoughtfully simple menu that balances casual, comforting bites with carefully brewed drinks. Whether you're stopping by for a relaxed breakfast, a light lunch, or an afternoon tea, the selections provide a familiar yet distinctive taste of Scottish-inspired café fare.

Start your day with hearty options such as the Scottish Breakfast or the Salmon Breakfast, enjoyed alongside a smooth cappuccino or a comforting cup of tea. Midday visitors can find satisfying lunch choices like the salmon quiche with salad or a warm ham and cheese toastie, perfect for a leisurely break in the café’s historic setting. For a quiet afternoon moment, the Scottish Cream Tea Set or freshly baked pastries offer a gentle, comforting treat paired with artisan-roasted coffee or delicate rooibos blends.

The menu complements the welcoming, somewhat historic atmosphere of Deacon’s House Cafe, where many appreciate the combination of classic flavors and the cozy environment. The food and drinks feel approachable and thoughtfully prepared, fitting naturally with a café that invites lingering over a book or chatting with friends.

  • Breakfast favorites like the toasted artisan bagels with a variety of toppings
  • Light lunch options including savory quiches and toasties
  • Selection of freshly baked scones and cakes, alongside well-crafted coffee and tea
  • Seasonal items such as soup of the day served with artisan bread

The overall menu reflects the café’s aim to offer everyday moments of enjoyment—whether it’s a quick coffee break or a relaxed meal in a peaceful, historic corner of Edinburgh.

Business Menu

Breakfast Menu
Brown toast, butter and raspberry jam
£2.90
Artisan croissant, butter and raspberry jam
£3.30
Organic granola with coconut milk yogurt and red fruits
£5.50
Scottish organic porridge served with red fruits or banana and chocolate chips
£4.90
Breakfast Menu - Breakfast Deal
artisan croissant
£7.90
raspberry jam
£7.90
Breakfast Menu - Cooked Breakfast
Free-range scrambled eggs
£3.90
Smoked Ayrshire bacon
£4.90
Smoked Ayrshire bacon and free-range scrambled eggs
£5.90
Smashed Avocado toast
£6.90
Breakfast Menu - Toasted Artisan Bagels:
Cream cheese
£4.70
Cream cheese with honey roast ham
£5.80
Scottish smoked salmon and cream cheese
£7.80
BLT: bacon, lettuce, tomato and mayonnaise
£7.20
Lunch Menu
Home made soup of the day with artisan bread and butter
£4.80
Lunch Menu - Toasties
Ham and mature cheddar cheese
£5.90
Tomato and mature cheddar cheese
£5.40
Lunch Menu - Toasted Artisan Bagels
"BLT": Bacon, Lettuce, Tomato and mayonnaise
£7.20
Scottish smoked salmon and cream cheese
£7.80
Lunch Menu - Quiches
Mixed vegetables and Brie cheese
£7.50
Scottish smoked salmon and fresh dill
£7.90
Lunch Menu - Smoked Salmon
Scottish smoked salmon platter with artisan sourdough bread
£9.80
All served with mixed leaves