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Ardfern
Lothians, Edinburgh - Modern Scottish - Café, Bar & Bottle Shop
Next door to elder sibling the Little Chartroom, this all-day venue is the McCarrons' first foray into casual eating. The compact café, wine bar and bottle shop is open all day, offering a flexible menu that deals in everything from full breakfasts (with very good coffee) to brunchy kedgeree fritters with curry mayo and cured egg yolk or BBQ flatbread with ox tongue and romesco – though with the likes of crispy squid bun with mushroom XO and baby gem also on offer, it’s possible to assemble a three-course dinner from the various options. The bottle shop’s range is included in the wine list (add corkage to the shelf price), or you can sip local beers and cocktails.
Y Petty
10 March 2026
Fabulous all day cafe / restaurant and bottle shop serving breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, snacks, coffee, beer, wine, cocktails and more!! Great and varied menu - breakfast is the best ever (incl veg option) as is Sunday roast!! Lovely staff, cool music & atmosphere.
C Hunter
18 March 2025
Delicious food, really fantastic staff and a warm, welcoming atmosphere. Such a brilliant addition to my local area and it’s wonderfully versatile - perfect for a delicious breakfast, a glass of wine or a special dinner. Cannot recommend Ardfern enough!
S Bee
18 March 2025
Welcoming restaurant with incredibly friendly staff. Adults, children and dogs alike. An ever changing menu of delicious Scottish seasonal produce. A wonderful place to visit at any time of the day.
VENUE DETAILS
10-12 Bonnington Road
Edinburgh
Lothians
EH6 5JD
0131 600 0067
OTHER INFORMATION
Counter seating, Family friendly, Dog friendly, Credit card required
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