Like Emily, I am also a huge fan of Thistle Street. It definitely has to be one of my favourite streets in Edinburgh and I just love walking along this little cobbled street. Thistle Street has two personalities. During the day you can stroll along and browse in all the boutiques such as Pam Jenkins and Covet exploring the gorgeous outfits, stunning designer shoes and quirky jewellery. By night Thistle Street almost makes you feel like you're abroad and it's only when you find yourself back on George Street that you realise you're still in Edinburgh. In the summer all the restaurant and cafes have their windows open and people can be seen sitting outside enjoying the evening air. My favourite restaurant on Thistle Street has to be Cafe Marlayane with it's hand written menus, excellent menu and delicious desserts... it's one of my favourite restaurants ever.

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OMG did you just sell me a day old cookie?!?!?!?!? DISAPPOINTED! We were walking by and smelled what we thought were going to be delicious cookies. As soon as we took a bite of the $1.95 chocolate chip cookie, we were immediately disgusted and were left with a sour taste in our mouth. WTH!?!?! The name got us. We use Nestle Tollhouse Chocolate Chips when we bake at home, and this was nothing compared to what I can make at home. UGH!

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Oh BabyCakes! I went here on a Saturday morning around 11:00 and only waited about 20 minutes before I was seated. I consider that pretty good timing for a great brunch place. I heard all about the Red Velvet Pancakes so that is what I ordered. BabyCakes also has tons of other types of pancakes too. Smore's, Banana and Bacon just to name a few. I also ordered the Huntington omelet which come with bacon, cheese, avocado and pico de gallo. This thing was huge and delicious. The service here is great too. Overall 4 stars. I am taking away a star because the ambiance seemed a little plain. If you disagree, try Sabrina's Cafe in the Italian Market in Philadelphia.

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I can't get enough of this place... I dig it when it's busy just as much as when it's empty... You can stop in any time get a beer & decent tongue lashing/conversation... It's always got great people in there... both in front & behind the bar... the jukebox is kick ass & I dare ya to try & play somethin'... lol... I was in on the 5th & had an awesome time tippin' back a couple tall cold PBRs ( & a high life cuz part of the proceeds go to are G.I.s. Keep up the good work guys. Thanx) & BSin' with the bartender... A great girl named Jasmine... I hope... lol... she made sure everyone in there (all six of us) got the full H&H experience... from dancin' on the bar to handin' out hats, horns, & hallows to wear... it was a great way to spend the afternoon... & it gets better at the monthly bbqs... this is a must for anyone that likes an attitude with their bar... I've never had a bad time...
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