Turkish Breakfast
A generous spread of olives, white cheese, vine tomatoes, cucumber, honey, clotted cream, and warm simit bread — with çay or filter coffee.
£per person
The Shore, Leith · Edinburgh
Where the
Mediterranean
meets Edinburgh
Artisan coffee, handmade pastries, and the slow warmth of Turkish hospitality — steps from the water.
Our Story
A place that instantly feels like home
Tucked away on the lively waterfront of Leith, Café Truva is one of those places that instantly feels like home. The scent of freshly brewed coffee greets you at the door, mingling with the warmth of baked pastries and the faint hum of conversation.
Locals drop by for their morning caffeine fix, while travellers linger longer, drawn by the café's Mediterranean charm and a hearty menu that celebrates comfort food with a twist. Every visit feels personal, every plate thoughtful.
Who We Are
Two cultures,
Two cultures,
one kitchen
The kitchen at Café Truva is inspired by Mediterranean and Scottish flavours in equal measure, sourcing ingredients from nearby markets to ensure freshness while supporting local producers. Even the small details — in-house desserts, seasonal menu adjustments — reflect a chef's understanding of both taste and timing.
Conversations with our staff reveal a quiet pride in every dish served. They're happy to explain the origins of a recipe or suggest the perfect pairing for an afternoon tea. It's this consistency — the same warm welcome, the same honest food — that has built trust with our guests over the years.
Breakfast here is an experience. Turkish-style scrambled eggs with warm bread and olive oil sit alongside some of the best independent coffee in Edinburgh. Turkish coffee pots next to Scottish shortbread tins — and somehow, it all feels exactly right.
Opening Hours
Daily: 08:00 AM – 05:00 PM
Loved by our guests
★★★★★
"The Turkish breakfast was the best I've had outside of Istanbul. The attention to detail — the little dishes, the warm bread, the tea — it made a Sunday morning feel genuinely special."
★★★★★
"Easily the most charming café on The Shore. The mezze board is generous and beautifully presented. We sat for two hours and no one rushed us. That's rare in Edinburgh."
★★★★★
"The coffee is exceptional and the atmosphere is exactly what I needed — quiet, warm, proper. The pistachio börek is worth coming back for every week."
★★★★★
"We celebrated our anniversary dinner here on a Friday evening. The set menu was thoughtful and the wine list was a genuine surprise — all natural, all interesting. Will be back."
Find Us
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On the waterfront at Leith
Café Truva
77 The Shore
Leith, Edinburgh
EH6 6RG
| Monday | 08:00 AM – 05:00 PM |
| Tuesday | 08:00 AM – 05:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 08:00 AM – 05:00 PM |
| Thursday | 08:00 AM – 05:00 PM |
| Friday | 08:00 AM – 05:00 PM |
| Saturday | 08:00 AM – 05:00 PM |
| Sunday | 08:00 AM – 05:00 PM |