Food & Drink

Summerhall is home to The Royal Dick and the MF Coffee Shop, both fully stocked with a wide selection of locally produced drinks and seasonal food.

Once part of the Dick Vet School, these unique spaces have been completely transformed into two sensational refreshment hotspots, right in the heart of Summerhall.

Proudly boasting a broad choice of draught beers, bottles and cocktails (including Barneys Beer and Pickering’s Gin, both produced on-site), alongside cosy hot drinks and tasty light bites, The Royal Dick and the MF Coffee Shop are unlike any other bars in Edinburgh.

The Royal Dick / Courtyard Bar

The Royal Dick was once the Small Animal Hospital of the Dick Vet School, now creatively transformed into a completely unique destination bar/café. The décor is a quirky mix of art from all over the world, authentic Dick Vet School fittings and contemporary design.

The Royal Dick is also home to Summerhall’s Courtyard Bar, the perfect spot to grab some fresh air on a warm summer evening.

MF Coffee Shop

An impressively designed open plan café-bar, the MF Coffee Shop (formerly known as The Gallery Bar) is inspired by Summerhall’s reputation as one of Edinburgh’s leading visual arts destinations. Located in the old Library of The Royal Dick Vet School and run by the MF Coffee Project, it serves a diverse selection of hand-crafted drinks including specialty coffee, natural wine, and a delicious, dynamic food menu often in collaboration with exciting local restaurants. Proudly located in Summerhall and overlooking the Meadows, the café is light, warm and welcoming, whether meeting friends for lunch or just popping in for a coffee.