affogato

i stopped in for some gelato and was impressed with the quality and value at affogato. the small cup was a generous portion of two flavours for £2.80, which i thought was quite reasonable. they have classic flavours, as well as some unique and creative combinations, so it was really difficult to choose only two. i opted for the salted caramel and mojito - both of which were delicious! i was really tempted by the cardamom bun and white chocolate and cherry, so i'll definitely be back to try a few more flavours.

i love this place!!!! ice cream is always the best in edinburgh and it's such friendly service! i work near this place so i am there quite a lot and they even have a dog!

amazing place! been there a couple of times now and loved it! they even have vegan ice cream, which ive tried both times and it doesnt taste much different from the normal ones. a perfect alternative to those who seek a healthier dessert options. planning to go there next week with my friend and try out their waffles. cant wait! ;p highly recommend to everyone, especially ice cream lovers :)

another secret coffee place in town?! what!! and they sell macaroons! went along for a meeting with the girls from metropolitan fashion show. eshiva found this place and says it's perfect for studying! macaroons were amazing! compared to the best ones from paris they were a not as fresh. maybe a day old. the owners had they're dog in store, as i'm the best with animals i don't think i'll be back. they sell affogato (i.e. the name) looked good but not my cuppa to eat a cold ice cream/yogurt during winter. central and easy access to everyone!

affogato most definitely has the best gelato/ice cream in all of edinburgh! it is run by italians who take gelato extremely seriously (and even shut the shop for a few days each year to go to things like gelato conventions!) and they are also extremely innovative. i enjoy keeping up with them on social media to see the new flavours they develop, and they are always so friendly when i visit and let me sample a few new flavours before choosing my selection. portions are generous, prices are really reasonable, and the gelato is absolutely amazing!

best. gelato. ever.. the flavours at affogato are incredible. if you have e.g. coconut flavour it tastes not of "coconut flavouring" but of actual coconuts. the gelato is creamy, always has a wide but changing selection and reasonably priced. we've travelled around italy eating gelato and this would be a good place even there; for edinburgh it's incredible. finally, the staff are always super-friendly and helpful. go there now!

hands down my favourite ice cream/gelato joint in edinburgh, and there are (maybe surprisingly) quite a few!

seriously, i should have bought shares.. i think i may have been in 4 or 5 times some weeks.. even in the middle of winter.. to the point where the staff now recognise me... that is how good their gelato is.

annnd, they've recently started serving fresh made waffles.. seriously, there is nothing not to love about this place!

the flavours are ever changing with 18 flavours on offer at any time.. half the fun is taste testing while you decide while half the battle is choosing what order you want them put in the cone.. you have to be strategic about what flavour you want to end with, no joke!

staff are always friendly and chatty, good with giving out tasters and never get impatient when it takes me forever to pick my flavours.

do yourself a favour and stop in if you're in the area.. and even if you're not.. take a detour, it's worth it!

great value coffee. i recently visited affogato whilst on a business day in edinburgh. i found it to be excellent value with great coffee and a large selection of 30+ ice creams. cosy and warm on a blowy day with friendly staff. well worth a visit.

the joy of gelato. a truly epic café serving great value illy coffee and the most amazing selection of freshly made gelato. this is displayed in an impressive revolving circular display at the door. the staff are enthusiastic and friendly and there is a freshly decorated seating area at the rear. a fabulous addition to the west end and well worth a visit.