Independent

Hideout Cafe (Old Town)

◷ Old Town, Edinburgh, Scotland · ££ · Independent
Ratings refresh from Google Places

What's behind the bar

Roaster
Clifton Coffee Roasters
Espresso machine
Not yet confirmed
Grinder
Not yet confirmed
Milk
Not yet confirmed

Roaster, machine and grinder details last verified June 2026.

The cup

Family-run cafe on Upper Bow in the Old Town serving speciality coffee, treats and brunch. Coffee is supplied by Clifton Coffee of Bristol.

Brew methods

Espresso Batch brewV60 / pour-overAeroPressCold brewProper decaf

The cake cabinet

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Coffee & cake

Cake and bakes on the counter. Signature items not listed yet.

Hideout Cafe (Old Town): coffee and cake, answered

What coffee roaster does Hideout Cafe (Old Town) use?

Hideout Cafe (Old Town) pours Clifton Coffee Roasters.

What espresso machine does Hideout Cafe (Old Town) use?

Hideout Cafe (Old Town) has not had its espresso machine confirmed on Crumb & Crema yet. We list the machine and grinder for every cafe that tells us.

Is Hideout Cafe (Old Town) independent?

Yes. Hideout Cafe (Old Town) is an independent, owner-run cafe. Crumb & Crema lists independents first, with chains off by default.

Does Hideout Cafe (Old Town) have cake?

Yes. Hideout Cafe (Old Town) serves coffee and cake.

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