Deacon's House Cafe Brodie's Close

The Deacon's House is a famous scottish Cafe near Edinburgh' s castle. It is believed that at one time the present Cafe was Deacon Brodie's workshop. William Brodie was a well known and respected cabinet-maker by day and by night gambler, drinker and thief. Robbing his clients with copies of the keys made while working in their shops. His life inspired Robert Louis Stevenson to write "Jekyll and Hyde". Nowadays, you can read his story painted on the wall of the Cafe from 1745-1788 and admire the historical building. Deacon's house Cafe is a perfect place to stop for morning coffee, tea, lunch (fresh local produce) homemade soups, freshly prepared salads and sandwiches with an excellent selection of home baking and puddings.

A friendly welcome awaits you!