Cafés
Warm, friendly and easy-going, you can’t beat a good café. And we’ve got some absolute belters here in the Tweed Valley!
The Dawyck Cafe, Dawyck Botanic Garden, Stobo
Located within Dawyck Botanic Garden’s visitor centre, the Dawyck Café looks out on one of Scotland’s most celebrated gardens. Wide range of healthy dishes – many featuring foraged ingredients – plus legendary scones.
Kailzie Courtyard Cafe, nr Peebles
Situated in the gorgeous grounds of Kailzie Gardens, the Courtyard Café is a delightful spot for coffee, brunch, lunch and creative weekend specials. Enjoy fruit, vegetables and herbs from the stunning walled garden and a seasonal menu inspired by international flavours.
Scots Pine Tea Room, Eddleston
Indoor and outdoor dining at this lovely café on the outskirts of Eddleston (a village that is well worth exploring). Expect a wide range of delicious café staples, including home baking. Children’s play area and dog-friendly, too.
Linton Bakes at The Cozy Kitchen, Peebles
Delicious coffee and life-affirming cakes and bakes are on offer at this aptly named cafe in the heart of the Old Town. Sitting alongside the Castle Warehouse Cookshop, this peaceful sanctuary is tucked away from the hustle and bustle and is the perfect spot for a post-walk bite or morning pick-me-up. Cake doesn’t get much better than this …
Cocoa Black, Peebles
A temple to all things chocolate. A bustling boutique café downstairs, while upstairs is home to an award-winning chocolate and pastry school run by Ruth Hinks, UK World Chocolate Master. Chocolate lovers might never leave.
The Oven Door, Peebles
Tucked away in a delightful courtyard setting off Peebles High Street, this warm and homely cafe offers a selection of homemade scones, cakes, soup and other goodies. Their freshly baked sourdough loaves are a new addition – and another good reason to visit.
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The Milkman, Peebles
A go-to for fine coffee, people watching and cool Instagram moments, The Milkman is named after owner Mark’s great grandfather – the last horse-drawn milkman in Huntly, Aberdeenshire. This speciality coffee shop prides itself on selecting only the best grinds from local and/or sustainable roasteries, its pastries and cakes are a treat and dogs are welcomed with open arms too.
Milne and Pickles, Peebles
Warm and welcoming with a relaxed, friendly atmosphere, this delightful Northgate café/deli offers artisan cheese and charcuterie platters, sourdough toasties and cakes paired with small producer wines, craft beers and locally roasted coffee. High quality deli items and giftware available. Late opening on Friday evenings.
Costa, Peebles
Popular chain coffee shop in prime location on ground floor of the warren-like Veitch’s building, an iconic corner site that was once home to a celebrated clothing outfitters.
Eastgate Theatre Cafe, Peebles
Famously welcoming café on ground floor of bustling theatre and arts centre. Great coffee, soups, traybakes and more. Regular live music, pop-up entertainments and other creative shenanigans.
Glentress Forest Cafe, Peebles
A glass-fronted hide-away that is the start (or end) of many a Glentress adventure. Home of mountain bikers, walkers, summer beer festivals, BBQ celebrations and an easy-going vibe.
No1 Peebles Road, Innerleithen
Always welcoming and funky café that attracts an outdoorsy crowd, including many local mountain bikers. Expect killer breakfasts, imaginative wraps, coffee that always hit the spot, expert home baking and more.
Haus and Co, Innerleithen
Scandinavian-inspired design store serving speciality coffee and freshly baked treats. Haus’ bigger, brighter new home on Innerleithen High Street offers the ultimate hygge experience – you’re guaranteed to leave more reenergised (and your home more stylish!).
Loulabelles, Innerleithen
A multi-award-winning cafe – voted Best Eatery in Scotland (Scotland’s Business Awards 2021) and Best Loved Cafe South (Scottish Cafe & Bakery Awards 2023) among its many accolades – this bustling café sells a range of tasty light meals and LOTS of homemade cake. Vegan and gluten-free options available and dogs very welcome. Look out too for the Loulabelles coffee trailer at events and festivals across the area.
Findra Shop & Cafe, Innerleithen
Shop, relax, recharge, and connect with fellow outdoor enthusiasts in this cosy textiles hub. Delicious, locally-made lunches, cakes and coffee from artisan roasters, Three Hills Coffee, are the perfect antidote to a few hours spent in the hills or on the river.
Innerleithen Golf Club, Innerleithen
Expect a warm, Argentinian welcome from Alex and Laura at the club’s Golfie Kitchen. Refuel before or after a round with hearty breakfasts and morning rolls, soups, hot sandwiches and clubhouse classics with a twist. Look out for a special Sunday roast, too! Cyclists, hikers, locals and all other non-golfers welcome, Friday to Monday.
Old Walled Garden Cafe, Traquair House
Drop by to see Val and the team for homemade soups, light lunches and spectacular baking in the hard-to-beat setting of the old walled garden at Traquair House. Plenty of outdoor space for kids to roam and explore. And did we mention the peacocks?
Caberston Farm Coffee Shop, Walkerburn
Great pit-stop close to the Tweed Valley Cycle Path offering all-day breakfasts, light lunches and homemade soups. Look out too for delicious cakes, traybakes and scones made daily in the cafe’s in-house bakery.
Waterwheel Cafe, Philiphaugh, nr Selkirk
Delightful country café close to the fascinating Philiphaugh Salmon Viewing Centre and a gateway to the many walks found on the wider Philiphaugh Estate. Now also home to the Eyrie: Eagle Information Point, in collaboration with the South of Scotland Golden Eagle Project.
Old Kitchen Cafe, Bowhill, nr Selkirk
Attractive tearoom in courtyard setting at historic Bowhill. Great place to recharge after enjoying the nearby adventure playground and way-marked trails that criss-cross this beautiful estate.