John o’Groats and Dunnet Head are the northernmost points of mainland Great Britain, and two key spots to visit on Scotland’s North Coast 500 road trip. The NC500, as it’s colloquially known, is my favorite road trip on the planet, both giving and receiving, and the northeast segment of the trip boasts some of the best highlights.
Scotland’s North Coast 500 is one of the most spectacular road trips in the world. Between the breathtaking Highlands, pristine beaches, caves, waterfalls, and wildlife, you get to see the best of Nature. But the North Coast 500 also has some incredible restaurants and cafes. Since you have to eateach day, I think it’s vital to know where to find good food.
It’s subjective to consider what are the best cafes in Edinburgh. It depends on whether you’re looking for the best Scottish breakfast, the best coffee, or just the best place to work on the laptop. For years, I’ve bounced between the best cafes in Edinburgh with their delicious third-wave coffee and comfortable, cozy nooks to get my writing done.
Cullen skink is one of my favorite dishes in Scotland, but something many people might not order if only because they don’t understand the name. I’ve spent months trying Cullen skink at restaurants all over Edinburgh, trying to find the best. Some are certainly better than others. Here are my top recommendations.
One of the reasons I love the capital of Scotland so much is how many great restaurants you can find in Edinburgh. There are plenty of cuisines, delicious comfort food, amazing cafes, and some surprising hidden gems for fine dining. There are also some restaurants that I wouldn’t recommend for various reasons. But here’s my complete list of the best restaurants in Edinburgh.