When the sun’s out, the city heads to Edinburgh’s seaside and Portobello more than rises to the challenge of keeping everyone fed and watered. On the High Street, Greek Artisan Pastries will sort you for the beach with a wedge of spinach and feta bougatsa and a box of baklava. If pastries aren’t enough, Nixos Greek Street Food at the other end of the street offers gyros, shawarma wraps and mezze platters.

Otto is a solid option for brunch, from pancakes and French toast to full Scottish, while Tanifiki is the place to go for locally roasted coffee. Spacious, relaxed and decorated in earthy tones, the café is also where co-owner Benjamin Murenzi roasts Rafiki coffee beans from Rwanda. There’s no shortage of options for baked goods: the compelling Twelve Triangles has a branch here, Babyfaced Baker recently opened a second site in Portobello, while locals argue about whether The Beach House or Miro’s, both located on the promenade, has the better cake. 

Mamacita’s opposite Portobello Town Hall continues the international theme with Miami-style Cuban sandwiches. The classic is mojo pork, ham, cheese, pickles and mustard (though there are vegan and veggie options), as well as yuca fries, tostones and empanadas. Perch on a stool to eat in or grab and go.

Also on the prom, Shrimpwreck will do you a takeaway shrimp roll and a fish finger sarnie. Joine the queue for fish suppers at St Andrews or head to Joppa Rocks at the east end of the prom for better views (and a fancier experience if you prefer your haddock on a plate with a glass of fizz). Come sunset the options thin out, but there’s always classy wine and cheese at Smith & Gertrude or a pint (and a burger) at the Portobello Tap to round off the day.

This TipList is taken from Eat & Drink 365, our sister mag recommending the best in restaurants, bars, cafés and more across Edinburgh. Want a copy? It’s available online or across all good stockists in Scotland’s capital.