A perfectly place cafe, Pumpkin Brown’s been set-up in such a way that the sunlight angles its way through a modern glass front, onto window seats that look out onto the historical Grassmarket. Perfect for people watching as you enjoy their tasty menu. With many of the customers looking for plant-based, raw and organic breakfast and lunch options; owner Amanda Brown has not only made vegan dishes just her focus, but has also created a menu which is almost entirely gluten and refined sugar free.
In a neighbourhood that sees strong and similar competition, namely from Hula, and Graze. Pumpkin Brown takes advantage of those attending drop-in dance classes next door at Dance Base (Scotland’s National Centre for dance.) This has inspired the name of their most popular dish: Contemporary Improvers. ” This Dragonfruit smoothie bowl’, says Brown, “is so bright and tastes amazing.” To make it Brown buys in organic dragonfruit pulp, blends it with bananas, tropical fruit, a milk alternative, then adds nuts, seeds, fresh fruit, and cacao bibs. A delicious healthy way to start your day in Edinburgh’s Old Town.
A Dragonfruit smoothie bowl will set you back £7.45, and pairs nicely with one of their speciality lattes for £3.50.
When you arrive you’ll mostly likely note how Pumpkin Brown advocates and sells eco-friendly products in their store and practices zero-waste and zero-plastic. A definite must visit if you find yourself exploring Grassmarket this summer!
Find them at, 16 Grassmarket, Edinburgh EH1 2HS
Their opening hours are 9.15am everyday, closing, Sun-Weds 5pm, with Thu & Fri at 6pm.