After the intervening hours between breakfast and lunch had be duly sacrificed to the relentless juggernaut of progress, regular guest quester Tim and I toddled up the road to Epicures of Hyndland. This part of town is all new to me so it was with considerable wonderment that I crossed the threshold. We found the place abuzz with brisk lunchtime trade, so were pleased to find a corner table free where we could plonk ourselves.
After a jolly wander around the city, which included a stop at community greengrocer Dig-In, I stopped by the 181 Deli in Bruntsfield. I’d heard good things so was brimming with optimism as I crossed the threshold. The deli counter is where the shop’s main business is done, with an impressive cheese selection central to their offering. They have a few cafe tables at the back, so it was to their that I headed, checking that they still had soup left as I passed.
Lovely staff and fantastic products. Haven't had a chance to try out anything from their kitchen but their deli counter has amazing cheeses. Pricey, but good quality, especially their gorgonzola, which is just ripe enough so that it is creamy and incredibly sweet.
In an age (and a neighbourhood) that is trending towards chains and 'convenience', 181 stands head and shoulders over the rest not only with exquisite produce and food (and my Italian in-laws would attest to this too) the customer service is a real pleasure to recieve and be around. An absolute gem.
Such a nice clean place with a nice staff! Everything is very good and if you ask nicely you can get a sample first!!!
This was a super little find which I can across on a walking tour in Edinburgh called ‘a wee taste of Edinburgh. Such a lovely family run business and great fresh products. Little seating area for you to sit in and have a coffee which I prefer to look after small local business rather than the big chains. Owner took the time to go over the history of the shop and how they came to owning it which was a lovely touch. Black pudding scotch eggs are unreal .... everyone must try these.
Great wee deli with a fantastic selection of foods. Can't recommend the sausage rolls highly enough! Lots of interesting drinks, too, and the owners are both passionate about what they do and very friendly.
I absolutely loved the Scotch egg tasting we did in this fantastic deli, so much so I bought 4 different kinds! We came in as part of Karly’s A Wee Taste of Edinburgh walking food and drink tour. The staff were all really friendly and knowledgeable about their products. I even bought packs of delicious Ocelot chocolate as gifts for my family!
Absolutely beautiful shop even thow i might be biased as i am related to owners but the store has lovely products that you could spend ages trying. I definitely recommend the can of pear and apple sparkling water its delicious. Definitely will be visiting again next time im in Edinburgh to try more of the goodys like the peanut butter i bought that is pure 100% made of peanut and you can tell by the lovely taste. Great service from mike and his staff and full of knowledge on all different types of products that they sell. Also have a lovely wee cafe at back that due to covid has 2 tables so make sure you book to avoid disappointment and enjoy a lovely coffee when your there.
A fabulous deli, they have a beautiful range of cheeses, meats and other fresh produce, also a vast range of packaged products and gift ideas for the foodies in your life. There's a small café section where you can sample some of the most delicious treats in Edinburgh, or get a light lunch. I'd highly recommend!
I visit this delicatessen about once a week .there's a good selection of fresh food aswell as lots of relish and oils and vinegar
I've lunched there on quite a few occasions and never disappointed. the staff are very helpful and friendly
When past this premise, and the window intrigued me. I popped in to buy some of the mince pies a saw in the window and was captivated by the cheese and meats! I sat down to a small cheese and meat platter. Devine. Finished off with a delicious latte, I went in my merry way content. Mince pies were epic too!
Recently ordered a hamper online for a birthday present - turned out lovely and the recipient really liked the outcome.
Charlotte & MIke were both extremely helpful too!
Wouldn't hesist to order again in the future!
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