The Letterbox Bistro

Super little cafe, welcoming and well run. Dog friendly. Menu is limited however, if they're not too busy, other options are available on request such as full English breakfast. No obvious vegan options, other than toast. Oat milk available and gluten free bread. Freshly cooked food and really nice coffee. Full of locals, which is always a good sign!

My wife and I moved into Balerno two years ago and found this place to be out no1 cafe to go to. We’ve seen how well Sharon and Steve (the owners) have weathered the storm of covid lockdowns and kept their business running. The food is consistently good. I come here almost daily with my dog. They can get extremely busy, even more so when the farmers market is running, but I can count the number of times I haven’t been able to get a seat with one hand.

Honestly the best soup, cheese scone and home baking on the planet! My husband and I stayed for a second course because the first one was so good! Thanks for also making us smile with lovely service.

We had a lively light lunch at this welcoming and friendly restaurant for a party including a 96 year old and a Collie puppy! Both were accommodated very well in spite of their different ages and requirements.

My wife and I took our four grandchildren for a light lunch here during the school holidays. We didn't need much as they were all to eat later. It did not disappoint, We all enjoyed our lunches burgers, or sausage rolls with salads (fresh and crisp) and with desserts of ice cream together with cakes from the selection on offer. It was just right. The service was friendly and efficient from the couple who run the place (they used to be in charge of it when it was a Post Office and as they said, much preferred this second existence more happy faces! It was a superb experience and we'll happily go again. As another reviewer put it, a second visit didn't disappoint as we'd been before when it was both a cafe and a Post Office and it has maintained a high standard of light food and good service. Thank you very much.