Tanifiki — Coffee Shop in Edinburgh

You can find Tanifiki Coffee Shop on Portobello High Street in Edinburgh. It’s a speciality African coffee shop that sources beans ethically from Rwandan farmers and serves handmade sweet treats delivered fresh daily. The space gets lively in the evening, with people stopping by for wine or an espresso. Just outside the city, it offers a calm atmosphere away from the busy promenade.

About The Venue

Tanifiki Coffee Shop opened in 2022 as a local hub for African speciality coffee. Its industrial chic design features exposed brick and metal accents, layered with traditional Mediterranean decor and warm lighting. The mix creates a consistently cosy but energetic feel despite moderate crowd density during peak times. The venue focuses on authentic sourcing through Fairtrade and organic methods directly from Rwandan farmers.

Typical Experiences

Go to Tanifiki Coffee Shop for a daily espresso or to enjoy wine in the evening. It’s well suited for families, couples, and small groups looking for a refreshing spot. Try the Grilled Octopus with their selected wines. The warm lighting and freshly made sweet treats delivered daily make it worth the walk.

Notable Features

  • Grilled Octopus
  • Warm Lighting & Mediterranean Decor
  • Rafiki Coffee – African speciality beans ethically sourced from Rwandan farmers
  • Freshly handmade sweet treats delivered daily
  • Specialty Coffee Bar
  • Cosy Atmosphere
  • Industrial chic interior
  • Local coffee focus

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Information about this venue is based on publicly available sources and may be incomplete. Last updated in April 2026.