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Edinburgh’s Retail and Hospitality Landscape Expands with New Openings

From the Shore to Edinburgh Airport, the city sees a variety of new business arrivals across diverse sectors.

By Edinburgh Business Desk · Published 25 July 2026

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The business landscape in Edinburgh is seeing a series of new arrivals, reflecting activity across the city’s hospitality and retail sectors. Recent openings range from specialised food outlets on major thoroughfares to new retail capacity in established commercial parks, alongside continued expansion at the city's transport hubs.

Hospitality Developments on the Shore and in New Town

Hospitality venues continue to establish themselves in key locations. The Keelson has opened on the Shore, serving cocktails, beer, wine, and food. The venue is operated by the teams behind Nauticus and Dogstar [4]. Additionally, Little Capo has launched an all-day cafe-bar named Capetto on Howe Street in New Town, which provides a menu of food and cocktails for patrons [5].

Street-Level Dining and Retail Growth

Lothian Road has seen the arrival of SpudBros Express, which opened its first physical restaurant in Scotland in July 2026 [1, 10]. Elsewhere, the retail sector is preparing for further expansion in the western part of the city. Bensons for Beds is scheduled to open a new 4,500 square foot shop at Craigleith Retail Park on September 1, a move that is expected to create five jobs [3].

Transport Hub Expansion

Connectivity remains a focus for commercial development within the city. Black Sheep Coffee is set to open a new outlet at Edinburgh Airport, positioned next to International Arrivals 2, providing further options for travellers moving through the transport hub [2].

These developments highlight the varied nature of business investment currently moving through the city, with companies targeting both high-traffic pedestrian areas and specific retail hubs to reach their customers. Residents and visitors can expect these locations to be fully operational as they navigate their respective openings throughout the summer and into the early autumn.

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