Food and drink
From quick snacks to relaxed meals, Edinburgh Zoo offers plenty of tasty food and drink to fuel your day of discovery. Whether you’re visiting with little ones, meeting friends or taking a well-earned break between animal encounters, you’ll find something delicious waiting for you.
Across our cafés and restaurants, you’ll discover freshly prepared dishes, family friendly favourites, great value offers and treats worth stopping for, including menus created especially for Young Explorers.
The Gannet
The heart of food and drink at Edinburgh Zoo
The Gannet is our largest dining space, a relaxed and welcoming restaurant serving freshly prepared food all day. It’s the perfect spot to pause, refuel and plan your next adventure.
Gannet menuThe menu features comforting classics, seasonal dishes, nourishing bowls, hot sandwiches, small plates and showstopping desserts made with ingredients from trusted Scottish producers, including Isle of Arran ice cream, artisan cheeses and breads and the best of the season’s harvest.
Families are well looked after with brilliant value options, including:
- Feed the Herd meal deals
- Young Explorers meals for under 13s, from tiger toasties to mini fish and chips
- Sharing sundaes featuring favourites like the Big Banana and Pink Flamingo
There’s even an indoor soft play area that gives little explorers space to burn off energy while grown ups enjoy a moment of calm.
Whether you’re dining in or grabbing something to take with you, The Gannet is the ideal base for your zoo adventure.
Penguins Café
A must visit café overlooking our world famous penguins
Set beside one of Edinburgh Zoo’s most iconic habitats, Penguins Café offers unbeatable views of our waddling residents.
Penguins café menu
Perfect for a quick stop or a relaxed break, you’ll find:
- Barista made Puro Fairtrade coffee
- Soup of the day with artisan bread
- Fresh deli sandwiches and vibrant salad boxes
- Grab and go snacks, pastries and sweet treats
- Young Explorers Pick & Mix packages
Don’t miss our exclusive Sir Olav biscuit, inspired by Major General Sir Nils Olav III, Edinburgh Zoo’s very own knighted king penguin.
Penguins Café is the perfect place to recharge while watching one of the zoo’s most beloved colonies go about their day.
Grasslands – coming soon!
Something new is taking shape at Grasslands. We’re reimagining this space to bring a fresh and exciting food experience to Edinburgh Zoo, opening later this year.
Snacks, kiosks and picnic spots
You’ll also find snacks, drinks and ice creams available from kiosks across the zoo, ideal for refuelling as you wander between animal habitats.
Bringing your own food? Enjoy one of our many scenic picnic areas with beautiful views across the zoo’s hills and habitats.
Making planet-friendly choices
Look out for paw prints across our menus and packaging. They help you understand the relative carbon impact of different dishes and make planet friendly choices while still enjoying the food you love. It’s all part of our wider commitment to caring for wildlife and the world we share.
Food for everyone
We believe everyone should enjoy great food during their visit. Across all our outlets, you’ll find options for a wide range of dietary needs, including vegetarian, vegan and non-gluten containing choices.
Allergen guidance is clearly available and our friendly team members are always happy to help you choose with confidence.
