Takeout · Outdoor seating
A cozy Grassmarket cafe for hearty wraps, panini, and smoothies with warm service, generous vegan options, and fair value—though auto-service charge, no sides, and occasional inconsistency are common gripes.
Let Me Eat Too delivers solid neighborhood cafe quality with strong food execution in wraps and panini and genuinely warm, attentive service. However, variable consistency—particularly in coffee and occasional dryness in sandwiches—and tight seating that feels cramped during peaks prevent a higher grade. Worth seeking for hearty portions and friendly staff, though not a destination beyond its convenient Old Town location.
Tucked just off the castle in the Old Town, this cafe feels cozy and bustling in equal measure. Diners talk about warm greetings and quick plates, with one sharing, "We popped in cold and left glowing after a soup and a big panini." The space is tight and views can be less than charming (think bins outside the window), but many still linger over smoothies and wraps thanks to warm, welcoming staff. The cooking leans familiar and satisfying rather than flashy—big wraps, hot panini, and porridge with a few Scottish nods like vegan haggis. The culinary approach is classic comfort food (innovation level 4.0): hearty combinations, bold sauces, and fresh-pressed juices. Most praise the generous portions and reasonable prices for the location, though a minority call some items underseasoned or a bit dry and flag that sides are not included. Families do well here: toasties, bacon or sausage rolls, and smoothies make for kid-friendly choices. There is no kids menu, but simple items like Ham & Cheese Toast or Nutella Banana Toast keep younger eaters happy. Parents should know there is limited seating at peak times and that add-ons like alt milk or a pre-added service charge can nudge the bill higher.
Area: Historic Old Town square popular with visitors, buskers, and festival crowds; mix of locals and tourists.
Safety: Generally safe with high foot traffic; typical urban nuisances like bin views noted by diners.
Nearby: Near Edinburgh Castle and Grassmarket bars, cafes, and shops; strong Fringe season surge.
Available: Takeout, Outdoor seating
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