Ember Kafe

The menu

Breakfast, lunch and afternoon tea are covered, with a full Scottish breakfast, eggs Benedict, pancakes, waffles, toasties and paninis. The menu was designed by the owner's uncle, an experienced cook. Everything is halal, and alcohol-free cocktails are served in the afternoon. The cereal bar charges per bowl with unlimited refills. Prices are moderate and the menu covers most of the day, so it works as well for a late brunch as an afternoon treat.

The atmosphere

Khan describes it as a cafe for the curious. Expect black walls decorated with astronaut illustrations, house and techno on the speakers and games such as Jenga and Guess Who? on the tables, so it is easy to linger over a coffee. When it opened, staff even played rock, paper, scissors with customers for a free coffee, which gives a sense of the light-hearted approach.

Nearby

Queensgate is right in the centre, beside one of the entrances to the Victorian Market, so it slots easily into a morning of shopping. The Malt Room, Hootananny and MacCallums Bar are all within a minute or two's walk for later in the day. It occupies the former Whisk Cafe premises.

Highlights

• Fully halal menu
• Board games on every table
• All-day cereal bar
• Breakfast, lunch and afternoon tea
• Alcohol-free cocktails

Good to know

• The menu is halal.
• Next to the Queensgate entrance of the Victorian Market.

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