Breakfast at The Birks
Tea: Breakfast, Earl Grey, Mint, Hot water & Lemon
Coffee: Freshly Ground Lavazza
Fresh Orange Juice
*Granola (contains nuts)
Greek Style Yoghurt
Fruit Compote
Porridge with Double Cream
Toast: *White, Wholemeal or a mixture
Croissant
TO FOLLOW
Traditional Scottish Breakfast with all or any
combination of the following:
Eggs: AGA Fried, Boiled, Poached or Scrambled
Dry Cured Back Bacon
Pork Sausage
Stornoway Black Pudding
Potato Scone
Roasted Tomato
Roasted Mushroom
OR
Scrambled Eggs with Smoked Salmon on Buttered Toasted Muffin or Wholemeal Toast
Poached Eggs with Smoked Salmon and Hollandaise Sauce on Buttered Toasted Muffin or Wholemeal Toast
Oat Milk Scotch Pancakes with Dry Cured Streaky Bacon and Maple Syrup
Mushrooms and Poached Egg with garlic, cinnamon and chilli on a Toasted Brioche Bun
*Gluten free available
Wherever possible, our ingredients are locally produced or home-made.
Guests have enjoyed the location, food and ambience of The Waterside, which sits on the banks of the River Tyne in Haddington.
11 locals recommend
The Waterside Bistro in Haddington
1-5 WatersideGuests have enjoyed the location, food and ambience of The Waterside, which sits on the banks of the River Tyne in Haddington.
Located in the centre of Haddington, guests have enjoyed the food and friendly atmosphere of this pub.
The Victoria Inn
9 Court StLocated in the centre of Haddington, guests have enjoyed the food and friendly atmosphere of this pub.
Great bakery and cafe in the centre of Haddington with indoor and outdoor seating. Well worth a visit.
16 locals recommend
Falko
91 High StGreat bakery and cafe in the centre of Haddington with indoor and outdoor seating. Well worth a visit.
Lovely cafe, good food, indoor and outdoor seating, located behind the old Court building in Haddington.
12 locals recommend
The Loft Café & Bakery
Peffer's PlaceLovely cafe, good food, indoor and outdoor seating, located behind the old Court building in Haddington.
Great Italian restaurant located in the very pretty village of Gullane. Lovely food, great atmosphere and very friendly service.
21 locals recommend
The Main Course
40 Main StGreat Italian restaurant located in the very pretty village of Gullane. Lovely food, great atmosphere and very friendly service.
Owned by renowned chef Tom Kitchin, worth a visit if only to enjoy the fabulous beer garden at this gastropub in Gullane.
31 locals recommend
The Bonnie Badger
Main StreetOwned by renowned chef Tom Kitchin, worth a visit if only to enjoy the fabulous beer garden at this gastropub in Gullane.
Delightful and traditional high end Italian restaurant located in North Berwick; beautiful food and fabulous service.
20 locals recommend
Osteria
71 High StDelightful and traditional high end Italian restaurant located in North Berwick; beautiful food and fabulous service.
Eastern Eye
6 HardgateHaddington's Indian restaurant run by Ali and his staff; great food and service.
Only a couple of miles from The Birks, this newly renovated gastropubs is well worth a visit.
The Winton
Only a couple of miles from The Birks, this newly renovated gastropubs is well worth a visit.
Under new management, the Castle Inn is receiving good reviews for its food and ambience.
The Castle Inn
Manse RoadUnder new management, the Castle Inn is receiving good reviews for its food and ambience.
Lovely farm shop and restaurant located between Haddington and North Berwick. Well worth a visit.
Fenton Barns Farm Shop & Cafe
Lovely farm shop and restaurant located between Haddington and North Berwick. Well worth a visit.
Sightseeing
National Museum of Flight
B1347Concorde amongst other planes to see and enjoy.
If you're interested in whisky, this distillery is well worth a visit.
30 locals recommend
Glenkinchie Distillery
If you're interested in whisky, this distillery is well worth a visit.
Well worth a visit. Boat trips can booked from here. Nice cafe.
58 locals recommend
Scottish Seabird Centre
Harbour TerraceWell worth a visit. Boat trips can booked from here. Nice cafe.
Golf Scene
The Scottish Open will take place at The Renaissance Club, East Lothian.
The annual U.S. Kids Golf European Championship takes place in June each year.
One of the foremost golf clubs in the country. Visitors welcome for golf and for dining facilities in the visitors' clubhouse.
18 locals recommend
Gullane Golf Club Visitors Clubhouse
West Links RoadOne of the foremost golf clubs in the country. Visitors welcome for golf and for dining facilities in the visitors' clubhouse.
North Berwick Golf Club
Beach RoadBeautifully located course; visitors welcome.
Glen Golf Club
Tantallon RoadVisitors welcome for golf and/or dining.
Kilspindie Golf Club
A delightfully located links course; visitors welcome.
Craigielaw Golf Club
American style course; visitors welcome; good food.
Activities
Foxlake Adventures CIC
A great place to go for outdoor activities for all ages.
Sula Boat Trips
Boat trips from North Berwick Harbour to Bass Rock.
Entertainment
Fringe by the Sea is a fabulous festival held in North Berwick each August. It encompasses:
Comedy Shows
Music performances by a wide range of artists
Family events
Wellbeing activities
Literature including talks by authors
Interviews
Wide range of food events
Fringe By The Sea
Fringe by the Sea is a fabulous festival held in North Berwick each August. It encompasses:
Comedy Shows
Music performances by a wide range of artists
Family events
Wellbeing activities
Literature including talks by authors
Interviews
Wide range of food events
This hugely popular classical music event takes place in and around Haddington each September.
Lammermuir Festival
11 PoldrateThis hugely popular classical music event takes place in and around Haddington each September.
Musselburgh Racecourse is a short distance away. Various meets are held throughout the year.
19 locals recommend
Musselburgh Racecourse
Linkfield RoadMusselburgh Racecourse is a short distance away. Various meets are held throughout the year.
Traveler advice
Getting around
Edinburgh - Rail, bus or car to park and ride best.
There are lots of roadworks in Edinburgh currently; therefore, best way to travel is by train from Longniddry station, car then train from Newcraighall station, car and park&ride from Fort Kinnaird; alternatively, bus from local stop or Haddington.
Getting around
Haddington and East Lothian
Bus services around the county are limited, so travel by car is essential.
Taxis are available but do need to be booked in advance.
Book before you go
Restaurants - East Lothian
There are several good restaurants and gastropubs in the area. Some do not require reservations; however, if you like the look of a place, it is worth booking in advance.