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Fortuna Coffee Bar, nestled at 77 Queen St in Edinburgh, is a quaint spot that has quickly gained acclaim among locals and visitors alike. With a cozy atmosphere and seating for around 20, it offers an inviting escape from the bustling streets. Customers rave about the delightful breakfast options, notably the scrambled eggs, which are described as "moist, flavorful, and pillowy." The Banana Nest—generously laden with yogurt, granola, and fresh fruit—has also won over many hearts and appetites.
The café's commitment to quality shines through in every dish, with options like the Ham & Cheese Croissant and unique Berry Bowl making an appearance. Customers appreciate the friendly and attentive staff, contributing to a welcoming vibe, likened to a "nice girly team" of positivity. While there are a few minor drawbacks, such as limited juice options and varying dish experiences, the overall sentiment is clear: Fortuna Coffee Bar is a must-visit for anyone seeking both comfort and flavor. Don't miss out on their exceptional drinks, like the praised Turmeric Latte and Gingerbread Latte, which nicely complement the hearty brunch offerings. In short, Fortuna Coffee Bar combines great food with an inviting atmosphere, making it a worthy stop in Edinburgh.
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Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Delivery
- Onsite services
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great tea selection
Popular for
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Solo dining
Dining options
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Catering
- Dessert
- Seating
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Trendy
Crowd
- Tourists
Reviews for Fortuna Coffee Bar
Review highlights
Based on 641 reviewsFortuna Coffee Bar in Edinburgh is praised for its cozy atmosphere, friendly and attentive staff, and a welcoming vibe that enhances the overall customer experience. Reviewers frequently highlight the quality and freshness of the breakfast offerings, with particular appreciation for generous portion sizes and unique menu items such as turmeric lattes and creative toast combinations. The café’s intimate setting, along with efficient service, makes it a favored spot for both quick breakfasts and leisurely brunches. While it is tucked slightly off the main street, many find the short detour well worth it. The allowance of laptops during quieter times also appeals to those seeking a comfortable place to work or relax.
Bottom line: great breakfast! It a couple blocks away from princes street and you may be tempted to skip it since it’s off the main way. It’s worth the couple blocks detour. It’s fairly small, seating for maybe 20. The service is friendly and efficient. The food was delicious! The scrambled eggs were divine, moist, flavorful, pillowy. The banana nest was larger than I expected with a generous helping of yogurt, granola, fresh fruit and seeds. I loved it! The avocado toast had a large mound of avocado and the toast was perfect. Highly recommend a visit here.
I had breakfast at Fortuna and it was exceptional! I ordered scrambled eggs on toast, cream cheese bagel, and brie and blackberry on toast—all dishes were very delicious. The staff were extremely friendly and attentive, and the atmosphere was cozy. I definitely recommend stopping by!
I liked most of all the ambience of this place. When I arrived for the breakfast early in the morning, I remarked that the staff of the coffee bar (a nice girly team) was in a very good mood, they had such a positive vibe. They were doing their job with pleasure. This is very important because, if the staff likes what it does, the client feels happy too. As for the food, it was fresh and the quality was preserved, but it depends on what you choose. I started with a hummus toast which was cold by default, probably not the best option for winter, and it was also kind of dry. I could not unfortunately finish it. The hazelnut toast was much better. The disappointing point is that they do not propose a freshly squeezed orange juice. But, on the other hand, here, the client does not have to leave the table one hour later, compared to other coffee bars in Edinburgh. With that being sad, Fortuna Coffee bar is worth it.
Great cafe to grab a bit of breakfast and a coffee. The turmeric latte was excellent as was the butternut squash toast with pomegranate and feta! Laptops are allowed if it’s not too busy.
Had a lovely brunch at Fortuna; the ginger bread latte was amazing and the toast and bagels were fantastic. Service was super kind and they serve very generous portions - so you won't be hungry when you leave. Recommended!
Fantastic breakfast. Had the roasted butternut squash toast, and it was so good. My oat milk flat white was perfect. Ordered it extra hot, and it was as ordered.
it's amazing place for breakfast or brunch. The place is too tiny there wasn't enough space to fit our large group. I loved the açai bowl and the coffee was amazing. Highly recommended
Cute little cafe, had a delicious breakfast, the Brie and blackberry toast and cheese toast were nice. My only criticism would be that they only have scrambled eggs option, some variety and a nice runny egg would have been the cherry on top of the cake. Excellent attentive and prompt service, our waitress Chloe was amazing. From the moment you walk in you feel seen, everyone in the shop greets with a smile. Highly recommend
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Opening hours
- Monday (Today) Closed
- Tuesday 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM
- Wednesday 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM
- Thursday 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM
- Friday 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM
- Saturday 8:30 AM - 3:00 PM
- Sunday 8:30 AM - 3:00 PM
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