Em’s Kitchen is a cafe at 38 Saint Mary’s Street in Edinburgh’s Old Town. A short walk from the Royal Mile, it offers a relaxed stop for breakfast, brunch and lunch in the historic city centre. The atmosphere is casual and welcoming, with a menu broad enough for both a quick coffee and a substantial meal.
Breakfast choices include a full Scottish breakfast and several styles of eggs Benedict, from the classic version to royale and florentine variations. Shakshuka brings a warming combination of eggs and spiced tomato, while pancakes and French toast serve diners looking for something sweeter. These familiar dishes make brunch the cafe’s natural focus.
Mediterranean inspired flatbreads and lighter savoury options extend the menu beyond breakfast. Vegan choices help mixed groups find suitable meals, although guests with allergies should confirm current ingredients and kitchen practices before ordering. Seasonal availability may influence particular garnishes and specials.
Coffee and other hot drinks suit an early visit, while cocktails add a more leisurely note to brunch. The Old Town location is convenient for sightseeing without sacrificing the feel of an independent neighbourhood cafe. Em’s Kitchen balances comforting breakfast staples with colourful Mediterranean flavours and friendly daytime service.
Address: 38 Saint Mary’s Street, Edinburgh EH1 1SX, United Kingdom
Em's Kitchen Menu
Breakfast
EM’s XL Breakfast
Bacon, Sausage, Black Pudding, Haggis, Egg, Beans, Tattie Scone, Hash Brown, Portobello Mushroom, Cherry Tomato, Sourdough Toast & Butter
Veggie Breakfast
Veggie Haggis, Eggs, Baked Beans, tomato, Portobello Mushroom, Tattie Scone, Hash Brown, Sourdough Toast & Butter
Scottish Breakfast
Bacon, Haggis, Black Pudding, Sausage, Egg, Baked Beans, Cherry Tomato, Tattie Scone, Sourdough Toast & Butter
Miniature Breakfast
Sausage, Egg, Tattie Scone, Hash Brown, Baked Beans, Sourdough Toast & Butter
Brunch
Mediterranean Routes
Portobello Mushroom, Courgettes, Aubergines, Bell Peppers, Red Onion, Cherry Tomatoes & Olives on a bed of hummus on Greek Flat Bread (Gluten Free Bread Avaliable)
Shakshuka
Homemade Shakshuka, Poached Eggs, Turkish Sausage, Pomegranate Seeds & Sourdough Toast
The Flat Vegan
Hummus, Smashed Avocado, Vegan Sausage,Cherry Tomatoes, Chestnut Mushrooms & Pomegranate on an Greek Flat Bread (Gluten Free Bread Available)
Eggs Benedict
Poached Eggs, Streaky Bacon on toasted sourdough topped with hollandaise sauce (Gluten Free Bread Available)
Eggs Royale
Poached Eggs, Smoked Salmon on toasted sourdough topped with hollandaise sauce (Gluten Free Bread Available)
Eggs Florentine
Poached Eggs, Baby Spinach on toasted sourdough topped with hollandaise sauce (Gluten Free Bread Available)
Scottish Stack
Tattie Scone, Streaky Bacon, Portobello Mushroom, Hash Brown, Haggis, Poached Egg & Side of Baked Beans
Vegan Delight
Smashed Avocado on Toasted Sourdough, Spinach, Portobello Mushroom, Vegan Sausage, Sun Dried Tomatoes & Pomegranate Seeds (Gluten Free Bread Available)
Sweet & Savoury
Fluffy Pancakes, Streaky Bacon, Scrambled Eggs, Hash Brown & Side of Baked Beans served with Maple Syrup
Pancakes
Fluffy Homemade Pancakes
Nutella & Banana
Nutella & Strawberry
Streaky Bacon & Maple Syrup
Blueberries, Lemon & Maple Syrup
Biscoff, Blueberries, Strawberry & Mascarpone
Southern Fried Chicken & Maple Syrup
French Toast
Brioche Loaf with Cinnamon and Vanilla (Gluten Free Bread Available)
Nutella & Banana
Nutella & Strawberry
Streaky Bacon, Blueberries & Maple Syrup
Macerated Berries, Almonds & Mascarpone
Banana, Strawberry, Blueberries, Sliced Orange, & Maple Syrup
Smashed Avocado & Poached Eggs
Smashed Avocado Served on Sourdough (Gluten Free Bread Available)