Breakfast · Brunch · Lunch · Tea · Est. 1988
The Greenwoods Edinburgh storefront on Frederick Street — maroon frontage with the original signage
Amsterdam Singel · Edinburgh · Middelburg

Hospitality the way
it used to be done.

Three venues. One set of values. Good food, a proper welcome, and the kind of unhurried service that keeps people coming back for 38 years.

1988 Year founded
38 Years serving
3 Venues
Our story

Thirty-eight years, same welcome.

Greenwoods started in Amsterdam in 1988. A corner table, a full breakfast, and the kind of place where the staff knew your order before you sat down. That hasn’t changed.

From Singel 103 we grew — first to Scotland in the historic city of Edinburgh and then to Middelburg, in the heart of Zeeland. Three very different places, run the same way: with care, without rush, and with a menu built around doing things properly, with quality ingredients and great flavours.

We do breakfast, brunch, lunch and afternoon tea. We've done it in the same spirit for 38 years. Come and see why.

Warm morning light inside Greenwoods Edinburgh — a table set for service
Our Approach

Sustainability

At Greenwoods, we believe great food should have a positive impact on both our guests and on the environment. Sustainability is at the heart of the decisions we make, and we’re continually looking for ways to reduce our environmental footprint as we review our products, produce, suppliers and day-to-day processes.

Some of the steps we’ve already taken include:

  • Using recyclable and responsibly sourced packaging and paper products.
  • Providing straws and extra napkins only on request to help reduce unnecessary waste.
  • Choosing locally sourced produce wherever possible, while preparing as much as we can fresh and in-house.
  • Avoiding bottled and canned products that require unnecessary long-distance transportation wherever practical.

We’re proud of the progress we’ve made, but we know sustainability is a journey, not a destination. As we continue working towards our goal of becoming a net zero business, we’ll keep looking for new ways to improve.

What Guides Us

Our Six Pillars

Everything we do at Greenwoods is built around six core principles. They guide the way we source our ingredients, prepare our food and welcome every guest through our doors.

01

Freshness

We prepare our dishes using quality ingredients, ensuring every meal is fresh and flavourful.

02

High-quality tea & coffee

From your first morning coffee to your afternoon tea, we take pride in serving carefully selected blends, expertly prepared by our team.

03

Seasonal produce

We celebrate the best of each season by sourcing fresh produce whenever it’s at its peak, creating menus that reflect quality, flavour and provenance.

04

Excellent service

A warm welcome and attentive, friendly service are at the heart of the Greenwoods experience. We want every guest to feel special from the moment they arrive.

05

Quality & atmosphere

We’ve created spaces that are comfortable, stylish and inviting. A place where you can relax, catch up with friends, celebrate a special occasion or simply enjoy great food and drink.

06

Knowledge

Our team is passionate about what we do. From our menu and ingredients to our drinks and recommendations, we’re always happy to share our knowledge and help you make the most of your visit.