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Edinburgh
Old Town
Checkpoint
Checkpoint Reviews

Checkpoint

Cake & Coffee, British, European, Drinks

Dishes priced around£10

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Reviews of Checkpoint (251)

Read what people think about Checkpoint. All restaurant reviews are written by verified Quandoo diners. Learn more about Checkpoint before you go by getting tips and ratings from other restaurant-goers. With real-life reviews, you can see what other diners loved about Checkpoint and book a table with confidence!

4.9/6

251 reviews

4.9/6

251 reviews

Food:Great
Atmosphere:Pleasant
Service:Great
Value for money:Good value
Waiting time:Very Good
Noise levels:Pleasant
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"Excellent"
6/6
Lucy C.7 years ago · 6 reviews

Never fails to impress. Thanks again for wonderful food and service!

"Excellent"
6/6
Steve M.7 years ago · 1 review

Excellent food, wine and coffee. Wide choice of food options and good to be able to mix and match choices. Nice chilled out afternoon lunch, top stuff.

"Not good "
2/6
Mark D.7 years ago · 1 review

Ordered a Caesar Salad. Chicken looked incredibly unappetising, as if it was shavings, and tasted of mushroom. Sent back to the kitchen, and ordered pancakes with maple syrup and bacon as a replacement. Pancakes were thick, heavy and very stodgy. I have had many great meals here before, but whoever was in the kitchen on this day, clearly wasn't loving their work. Unlikely to return.

"Very good"
5/6
Dina S.7 years ago · 1 review

We really enjoyed our first trip to Checkpoint. I'm looking forward to trying out the brunch menu sometime in the near future. Nice staff, good food, definitely returning!

"Excellent"
6/6
Elaine M.7 years ago · 1 review

All good - service and food brilliant! Table was ready when we arrived and we were able to promptly order drinks whilst waiting on friends. Good choice of food and friendly service

"Awful"
1/6
Bas F.7 years ago · 1 review

Ununfriendly lady servant, we had to wait for a very very long time for our orders , backed eggs without bread, we will never go there again!

"Excellent"
6/6
Neil C.7 years ago · 1 review

Last work Friday before Christmas the restaurant was full but the service and quality of food was first class. Really helpful staff who had helpful suggestions for their best beers from their (extensive) collection. Reminded again what a great place to eat this is. Recommended!

"Excellent"
6/6
Rachel Q.7 years ago · 2 reviews

The staff were attentive and prompt. The place was not crowded, was spacious and had a nice ambience to it. There was free wifi. There was a lot of choice of food in the menu and the food tasted great!

"Excellent"
6/6
Daisy C.7 years ago · 1 review

IT WAS AMAZING AND WE LOVED IT THE DUCK WAS SO SO SO SO GOOD AND IT WAS SUCH GOOD VALUE amazing service and lovely drinks and a very very nice place TRY THE CHOCOLATE ESPRESSO CHEESECAKE U WONT REGRET

"Very good"
5/6
Eilidh S.7 years ago · 2 reviews

Great food served all day long. Nice light sandwich options and a great dinner menu. Giant portions of bread and dips. Only criticism is that the service is a bit slow.

"Good"
4/6
Abigail W.7 years ago · 3 reviews

great halloumi chips. ordered the halloumi chips and harissa tomatoes sub and it was good and very filling. Friend ordered the sesame bun with hollandaise chicken, which was also filling.

"Very good"
5/6
Eileen M.7 years ago · 3 reviews

Food was great, very good atmosphere - clearly a very popular place, even at lunchtime in January! Worth a visit, service very good even though busy. Interesting daytime menu, not sure about night time one but will be back to try.

"Excellent"
6/6
Evonne B.7 years ago · 1 review

Had a lovely lunch here, food was arrived quickly and tasted great. The service and atmosphere also made for an enjoyable time. Would highly recommend.

"Very good"
5/6
Devon R.7 years ago · 2 reviews

The surrounds and atmosphere are wonderful at Checkpoint. The food and menu are fab, the only thing lacking is the services, its a tad slow and inattentive.I have been here many times and look forward to returning very soon.

"Excellent"
6/6
Louise A.7 years ago · 3 reviews

Lovely place with a nice relaxed vibe. There is good variety on the menu, so we were able to order a good interesting mix of meals, food was delicious.

"Awful"
1/6
Synden G.7 years ago · 1 review

The food was disappointing and bland and the service was terrible. I would not recommend this place - was really disappointed and won't go back

"Not good "
2/6
Steve C.7 years ago · 1 review

Unfortunately we received the wrong drink in our first order, part of a starter was missing and when we brought this to the attention of the waitress she went to get the missing item but it never it materialised. One of our main courses was stone cold as if brought out of the fridge and placed on the plate. It was reheated but the rest of the table had almost finished theirs by the time it returned. Not a great occasion.

"Excellent"
6/6
Anne J.7 years ago · 8 reviews

We thoroughly enjoyed our meal. We were well looked after by our waiter, Thomas, who served us well but also engaged in a bit of banter. He advised us on both food and wine. We were very impressed and will return

"Excellent"
6/6
Lucy C.7 years ago · 6 reviews

Another breakfast at Checkpoint, another lovely experience. I had the smashed avocado on sourdough (yum!) whilst my friend had the trout benedict (yum!)baby both were superb!

"Excellent"
6/6
Lucy C.7 years ago · 6 reviews

Amazing breakfast once again! Everybody was very happy with the various dishes. The waiting staff were particularly helpful and attentive. I love this place! Thanks again!

"Excellent"
6/6
Teresa I.7 years ago · 11 reviews

Fun atmosphere, with really good food and service! Sweet potato fries are delicious and the portion sizes are generous. Looking forward to my next visit!

"Excellent"
6/6
Stephen F.7 years ago · 1 review

Excellent food and atmosphere! Can't wait to get back! Great space and vibe all evening. Bang in the middle of all the festival events too!

"Not good "
2/6
Craig C.7 years ago · 1 review

Food ok. Service terrible. Took ages to order drinks and for them to come. Then take order. No starter as coming with main? No apology almost argumentative. Mains came no offer to refill drinks etc. Sat for ages before I had to get up request bill and then get Upto pay. Clueless. Won't be back

"Awful"
1/6
Lindsay S.7 years ago · 1 review

Understaffed. Had to ask for water twice, remind them to bring our wine - waited 45 mins and had to leave before food arrived which was disappointing as the menu sounded fab. Manager was kind enough to give us wine on the house.

"Excellent"
6/6
Tom M.7 years ago · 1 review

Excellent value at lunch, and delicious food! A b c D e f g h I j k l m n o P q r

"Average"
3/6
Gordon C.7 years ago · 1 review

Food that came was fine, but service was really poor. Forgot a side dish and still never brought it despite being reminded four or five times. Eventually gave up on it altogether. Not enough staff for how busy it was, or not trained well enough?

"Excellent"
6/6
Martin P.7 years ago · 1 review

Lovely place! Always good service, greta food and nice atmosphere. Good for breakfast, brunch, business lunches and early dinners with friends. Spacious and cozy. Highly recommended!

"Good"
4/6
Jackie C.7 years ago · 1 review

Great place, great food. Service v friendly but took 1.5 hours to get simple order served. Will be back but only at quieter times of the year (not Festival)!

"Average"
3/6
Jennifer O.7 years ago · 1 review

We thought the food was nice, and menu has large choice, all quite healthy sounding, however I wasn't too impressed with the welcome, especially having booked, I was just gestured to finding a table. Service average, no spoon with my soup and had to ask twice for some water. There only seemed to be 2 people serving and the place was full, so I guess they were a bit busy.

"Very good"
5/6
Alice P.7 years ago · 1 review

Delicious food, good value. Wasn't busy but took a while to get served by the waitress - otherwise everything was great and once our order had been taken the food arrived quickly.

"Good"
4/6
Margaret W.7 years ago · 1 review

Reservation was for 3 people. We were placed around a table, which would have been adequate for 2 but was cramped for 3. However, there were other tables available, which could have accommodated our party better. The beer was good but expensive for the size. Food and the service were good.

"Excellent"
6/6
Teresa I.7 years ago · 11 reviews

Great food and service once again. The avocado florentine has quickly become one of my favourite lunches (with a side of delicious sweet potato fries)! Already planning my next visit!

"Excellent"
6/6
Tara N.7 years ago · 1 review

lovely sandwiches and great service. lots to choose from on the menu, and an interesting variety, so we will be back soon to try out some of the other stuff available!

"Very good"
5/6
Aisling A.7 years ago · 1 review

Really nice space, helpful staff, interesting menu with more choice than the usual, but a simple burger option there too. Our food took a long time but we were compensated with a free drink without having to complain, so it must be an exception. Great service

"Very good"
5/6
Louise V.7 years ago · 1 review

Great imaginative menu - very good choice for vegetarians. Friendly, unhurried staff. Interior space used well, including a metal box which worked well. Espresso martini was perfect!

"Very good"
5/6
Helen A.7 years ago · 1 review

Worth a visit - interesting menu, relaxed decor, good value. Plenty of options for carnivores and vegetarians alike with a drink menu to suit most palates.

"Very good"
5/6
Nathalia M.7 years ago · 1 review

Had a great experience at Checkpoint. Went on a Sunday evening for a relaxed girls night out at around 6:30, the place was quiet and we got a table by the main window. Service was quick and the girl serving us was extremely patient and nice. We had the house white wine which was OK (not expecting much for the price) and shared the mussels with chips with my friend. Our portion was big enough for two and one of my friend's starter was more like a main (laksa noodles I think), so ask before you order :) A great experience overall, would recommend it.

"Excellent"
6/6
Lucy C.7 years ago · 6 reviews

Love this place. Great staff and great food. The menu changes all the time so it's fresh and exciting. They even make their own peanut butter ice cream!!!!

"Very good"
5/6
Carol M.7 years ago · 1 review

Modern interior. Friendly relaxed team. Food wasn't as warm as I would've of liked but made up for that in taste. Good value for money

"Very good"
5/6
Roddy M.7 years ago · 2 reviews

Light, airy, and stylish with a menu to match. Great lunch options and good coffee are the icing on the cake. Staff are quick, attentive and polite. Price-wise very reasonable. Expect to pay around £8 - £10 per person for lunch. Excellent value.

"Excellent"
6/6
Alli L.7 years ago · 1 review

Quandoo was super quick and easy to use. I received confirmation of my successful booking almost immediately. I will definitely be using Quandoo again. Recommend!

"Very good"
5/6
Lucy C.7 years ago · 6 reviews

It's a lovely venue with great food and service. The prices for food are very reasonable and they change the menu regularly. I will be returning!

"Very good"
5/6
Kate B.7 years ago · 1 review

Excellent food & service. We couldn't have been happier or more satisfied with the large portions & flavours. Only mishap was that the waitress hadn't been updated on that night's menu. She did quickly find out what we needed to know. We'll definitely be back soon to try the breakfast menu.

"Excellent"
6/6
Andrew D.7 years ago · 1 review

This was my first time at Checkpoint and it was so good I went back twice in one day. Great service and excellent food. Highly recommended for either brunch or dinner or even just a coffee.

"Very good"
5/6
Eve A.7 years ago · 1 review

Great midweek dinner! The menu had some delicious sounding options making it difficult to choose what to order ! We both had po boys and shared one their amazing salads. Service was quick and prices were reasonable.

"Excellent"
6/6
Kate J.7 years ago · 3 reviews

Food and service great! Thanks. No rush as we were having a 'Catch up' and staff left us to it. Little dark but we managed.

"Very good"
5/6
Michael O.7 years ago · 2 reviews

Great steak! The food was fresh and came fairly quickly. The servers were friendly. It is a good venue for a small dinners. Definately coming back.

"Excellent"
6/6
Mr G.7 years ago · 1 review

Three of us had different dishes and all three cleaned our plates. Innovative healthy food thoroughly enjoyed. Staff were great friendly and helpful - we'll be back soon.

"Very good"
5/6
Karen C.7 years ago · 1 review

Very good just a shame that staff shortage meant waiting for a hour for our food - food was brilliant sweet potatoes chips are fantastic

"Very good"
5/6
Lucy F.7 years ago · 1 review

Absolutely fantastic vibes from this place - great food and atmosphere. Food was quick and plentiful, very tasty, spicy and flavoursome yogurt with the sweet potato!!

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