Food and Drink

Whether you are looking for a meal, light snack or simply a coffee to go we have a number of indoor and outdoor dining spaces to enjoy throughout the Garden.

The Gateway

The newly refurbished Gateway café offers an idyllic spot in which to enjoy sumptuous seasonal dishes, prepared on-site with ingredients handpicked from our Kitchen Garden.
- Open daily 10am – 6pm (last orders 5.15pm)
- Lunch is served 12-3pm
- No table reservations
- Outdoor seating available
- View a sample menu for the Gateway
- Email the Gateway Cafe
The Terrace

Situated in the heart of the Garden with an outlook over Inverleith House Lawn, the Terrace is an exceptional place in which to relax and unwind.

Enjoy cakes, sweet treats and savoury bites from its in-house bakery, as well as its signature Botanical Afternoon Tea*. All perfectly complemented with a range of artisan coffees and teas served from the espresso bar.
- Open daily 10am – 6pm (last orders 5.15pm)
- Outdoor seating available
- View a sample menu for the Terrace
- Email the Terrace Cafe
* The Botanical Afternoon Tea must be pre-booked at least 24 hours in advance. Please call 0131 552 0606 to book. Gift vouchers for Afternoon Tea are available to buy online.
The East Gate Coffee Bar

Situated at the East Gate entrance on Inverleith Row, pick up a hot drink or light snack to takeaway.
- Open daily from 10am – 5.30pm

10% off for Members

Become a Member and you'll receive a 10% discount in any of the Garden's cafés. Please see the Membership page for the most up-to-date information.