Henri of Edinburgh

Henri must be one of Edinburgh’s most deceptively large businesses, for sure. I’ve walked past many a time only to peek in to see this teeny, weeny café. All is not what it seems. When I finally ventured in, I was wide eyed in amazement at the sheer size of the place. There’s a service counter at the front topped with freshly baked treats and lots of foodie goodies dotted all over the place, many from local spots. There’s also a second counter at the back and more seating too. — Lovely and spacious.
The first thing that struck me was the smell of cooking; a herby, meaty one; an omen of the good food to come. Our wait for food — although relatively short — was an impatient one as we watched platefuls of delicious food make their way to tables which weren’t ours. When my baked eggs arrived, I was truly spoilt. A large portion of tomato, spicy, egg-​topped goodness with bread for dunking on the side. The chorizo in this dish was like none I’ve tried before. — It literally melted in my mouth and the paprika flavour was so intense. This was a top class baked eggs. If I had any grumbles, they’d be: 1) a little bit more chorizo throughout the dish and 2) the eggs could have been a little runnier. Although, baked eggs are new to me, and I have to say Henri’s are the best I’ve tried in Edinburgh so far.
This is one spot I’ll keep in mind for those lazy brunch-​filled Sundays.

One of my favourite places in Stockbridge, I’ll usually be sighted with friends having a lazy Sunday afternoon consuming meat, cheese and wine (I am actually here every Sunday afternoon, its quickly become a tradition).
The owner, Simon, who we have dubbed ‘the wine guy’ has a great knowledge of wines and will usually provide us with suggestions to compliment our meal. I also love that the prices of the wine do not have a ridiculous mark up– you just pay corkage if having the wine in store.
My recommendation is the meat and cheese board (large, of course). This should feed 2 – 3 people. The cheeses and meat vary week to week and will be explained to you upon serving.
The menu changes quite regularly but if you see the roast vegerable tagine on them menu, get it– its absolutely delicious! The desserts and coffee are lovely too, particularly the chocolate tart and chocolate brownie.
I usually go to Simon for suggestions for all my wine needs and he has never steered me wrong. He also has an amazing memory and can recall which when I’ve had with my friends and how long ago I enjoyed it.
This place has a lovely atmosphere and great staff. I couldn’t think of a better place to get my wine and cheese fix on a Sunday afternoon.

«There’s a big café in there!»
This sign often graces the front of Henri’s and folks, it’s true: there’s a big, friendly café in there! In fact, if it’s your first time in the door, it will surprise you how much stuff sits behind their simple exterior.
There’s a little coffee bar surrounded by ample seating. They brew great coffee and it’s a quiet place to work.
There’s a deli counter with super nice folks who will talk your ear off about cheese.
There’s cheese!
There are shelves of fresh baked bread tucked next to a cooler with great local goodies.
There’s often fresh garlic hanging near the window.
But most importantly, when you combine all those together and then pop yourself at one of the best people watching front windows in Stockbridge, you my friends have the perfect lunch/​coffee combo afternoon.

The window shelf here’s a prime spot for watching the denizens of Stockbridge wander about the place.
I can’t make any comment on the food available, other than that the cheeses etc. in the deli display all looked very good, but their coffee’s of good quality.

A lovely little bakery and shop in the fabulous stockbridge. We stopped here for a quick pastry (as you can see from my photo, it looks and tasted delicious) and a latte. Both I cannot fault. I also had great glee at looking at all the shelves of delicious food, pastas etc… oh and did I mention that they have a section at the front of the shop that sells fresh bread, salami and cheese! We bought some and i will definatley be back :) Made me smile

As sad as it was to see peckams close in Stockbridge Henris have admirably stepped in an created a great coffee shop and deli.
As well as a doing a great flat white and croissant they are one of the only shops in the city that stocks Puddledub pork. A huge lifesaver. No matter your ethics on the subject there are also one of the only purveyors of fois gras in the city, on nom nom.
Great place for a chilled Sunday :)

I rarely make it down to Stockbridge, but when I do there is always some new delight to surprise me. Henri’s of Edinburgh was just this the last time I visited. Apparently quite new, in the old Peckham’s space, it doesn’t look like it’s ‘the new kid on the block.’ Instead, it already sits very proudly and confidently with it’s large deli and café space, French charm, and alluring deli and cake display.
I believe they supply a few other French cafés in Edinburgh with their cheeses, or bread (La Barantine in Bruntsfield for example). This is no faux-​French deli. It’s French cheeses imported, French recipes for the quiches, French items on the menu like Pork pâté, and an array of delightful French cakes.
As I mentioned, the space is really big. Most delicoius delis are packed into small wee spaces, but Henri’s has ample browsing space, ample eating space, and also room for some items in a shop that you can buy. They sell spirits, wines, tea pots and cups, books, cheese boards and knives… any French foodies haven really.
When myself, Kelly F and Claire C came here for lunch we each had something a bit difference and not a morsel was left. Me, the quiche, Kelly the pâté and Claire the cheese and ham board. All of them came with delicious pickle garnishes (win!) and oui, c’est tres bon! Le nom.
I do envy Stockbridge slightly for having Henri’s. However, up my end of town there is La Barantine (which as I mentioned stock Henri’s cheeses on their boards and sandwiches). So I wouldn’t trek across town for it, but if I were in Stockbridge and wanted lunch I think Henri’s would be top of the list.

Located where Peckhams used to be, Henri is a French deli and café in Stockbridge, perfectly located for a stop during some charity shop shopping or after a wander in the Botanics and Inverleith Park, or even after a browse around the Modern Art Galleries.
The coffee is very good, and I had only gone for coffee until recently. But after a wander up the Galleries the other day we had cheeky stop for coffee and got tempted by a platter of charcuterie and cheese. We ordered a small size one, which was plenty for 2 for a late afternoon snack. Different kinds of yummy cheese, and some saucisson, and ham, accompanied by a couple of olives and cornichons. Gorgeous!
The deli counter has an extensive selection of French cheese, and if you like your smelly cheese, it is the place to go!
They do bread and viennoiseries, which I hear are good.
The shop also has an selection of French delicacies, from nougat to cassoulet. They also sell wines and other alcoholic drinks, which are a bit overpriced, but can be nice as a present.
Being French myself, I find the shop expensive, but it is fabulous to make presents to a foodie friend or as a little occasional treat. The café is however reasonably priced and the staff are very friendly. I can only recommend the place.

Very nice place for a light meal. Good choice of cheeses and other foods. Nice wine selection.

Replacing the old Peckham’s (which I’d avoided ever since the food-​poisoning incident of 2007), Henri’s is a natural addition to the foodie paradise that is Stockbridge.
Unlike the Morningside branch, Raeburn Place gives priority to the café facilities and does so very well. It is on the pricey side, but the sort of pricey one doesn’t mind paying The coffee is excellent, the bread delicious. Everything is presented well and served with charm and professionalism.
I love browsing the food shelves but have never felt the urge to buy anything, however I am slowly working my way through the food and drinks menu.

Formerly Peckham & Rye, Henri’s opened here in June 2011 after Peckhams went in to administration. There was a public (and by public I mean social media) out pouring of grief at the closure of its stores around Edinburgh. This place has big shoes to fill…
My visit recently, on a not so sunny or warm day, was fueled by necessity. Jenny. L, Claire. C and I needed somewhere to eat after a laborious day trawling through the charity shops in Stockbridge. With all of us having various different plans for social activities that evening, and the fact that it was now far too late for our meal to be considered lunch, we needed somewhere that could provide us with both light snacks and more substantial meals. As none of us had been to Henri’s before we decided to give it a go, as always relishing the opportunity to write a Unilocal review for somewhere new.
Henri’s is comprised of a deli at the front of the store and a café to the rear, which was warm and inviting after being out in the cold. The place was packed (always a good sign) even though we were looking for a table well after 2pm. Our waitress very kindly managed to squeeze us around a table so we weren’t kept waiting long.
Naturally on a cold day everyone ordered tea, which was served loose leaf in brightly coloured tea pots, which I think can be bought from the store. (They were on shelves in the deli but unpriced so I have no idea how much the cost.) Cheese features heavily on the menu which severely limited my menu choices having a lactose intolerant diet. Ordering something was made all the more dangerous due to the menu being in French. With a little guidance from our waitress I decided on rillettes pur canard with toasted bread. The rillettes was mouthwatering, incredibly smooth and not terribly fatty as some pates can be.
The staff were really accommodating and friendly and whilst the menu was a little on the pricy side it’s a nice place to go as an occasional treat.
Future reviewers! Find out how much the tea pots cost!