KALPNA RESTAURANT
Read moreVegetarian Indian Restaurant, offering specialities from southern India, Punjab and Gujarat mainly. The dishes are rather spicy and very close to what you can taste in India.
BRASSERIE PRINCE BY ALAIN ROUX
Read moreThe Brasserie Prince is located within the walls of the superb Balmoral. Held by Alain Roux, a chef whose reputation is well established, he offers a marriage of French and English tradition. We recommend the exceptional haggis revisited here with a whiskey sauce and presented with the greatest care, for a culinary experience without equal. The less adventurous will also enjoy a selection that combines the traditions of both countries and highlights the richness of the Scottish soil.
WHISKI BAR & RESTAURANT
Read moreThis Royal Mile gastro pub no longer has its reputation for whisky thanks to an impressive menu! You can even taste them four by four, with 14 different formulas to get started or to assert yourself. The food is also greeted and sourced locally, thanks to a menu that features several Scottish classics and burgers. The decoration displays molded woodwork and bottle displays, providing a cosy setting, enhanced by a little background music. In the evening, groups perform live every day of the week, in front of a regular and tourist clientele.
THE SHORE
Read moreThe woodwork and candles give an undeniable charm to this bar-restaurant in Leith which comes alive on Tuesday and Thursday evenings with the presence of folk and jazz musicians. Chic without making a fuss, this is the address to go to for a good meal at a reasonable price in the area. You can enjoy beautiful meats and seafood - the establishment is renowned for its shellfish and fish - but some people just prefer to have a drink and enjoy the conviviality of the place. Book in the evening to make sure you have a table.
THE WITCHERY
Read moreA few steps from the castle, a worrying crest announces the colour: The Witchery was the seat of Edinburgh's witchcraft in the 16th century. And whether you choose the main room or the Secret Garden, the esotericism oozes from the walls and the decoration hits the nail on the head. Today, magic works in the mouths and many people are curious and gourmet to hurry, especially in the evening, when dinner can be served until late. It is preferable to make a reservation. For a tighter budget or a sweet palate, think of the Afternoon teas and their share of delicacies!
DEACON BRODIE’S TAVERN
Read moreIn this very popular pub where visitors and local customers intersect, Scottish specialities are well prepared: beef in red wine accompanied by haggis, deer marinated to whisky. Enjoy beautiful thistles ceilings, a Scottish emblem, or an elegant, casual, ambience restaurant. The story of the protagonists of the pub is told during your journey with City Sightseeing bus!
THE SALISBURY ARMS
Read moreFresh, cooked products, typical British dishes and fish as specialty. Two large rooms, an impressive fireplace that is in the middle, a nice terrace for the beautiful days, a quick and smiling service and good beer to refresh the whole.
RESTAURANT MARTIN WISHART
Read moreLeith's Michelin star list also includes Martin Wishart and his eponymous restaurant. Here, we seek subtlety and finesse to sublimate each flavour from the four corners of Scotland, all with the claimed inspiration of French gastronomy. The result is of course wonderful and the service is impeccable. White tablecloths and presentation are drawn with four pins, in a soft and simple decor.
THE ROSELEAF
Read moreAdorable deep green front, wallpaper adorned with roses, comfortable lounge and so british porcelain trinkets, there is here a cosy decor and full of humour in its way of revisiting the aesthetics of grannies. Brunch is the house speciality, but she also concocts typical Scottish dishes and gourmet desserts. The bar side is more classic and fills up in the evening. To be tested: the "cocktail pots" for cocktails in a "pot" (teapot). The site regularly hosts exhibitions of local artists and creative craftsmen.
SAMBUCA
Read moreItalian restaurant opened since 2001 in the New Town area of Edinburgh. A family business that takes you on a journey to Italy with fresh products and homemade dishes. You will find a varied menu with meat, fish and vegetarian dishes. The restaurant also offers a wine and beer list. If you are in the capital for the holidays, Sambuca offers festive menus to make you feel at home. Good value for money, it's the place for regulars. Simple and cosy restaurant.
THE BLACK FOX
Read moreThe Black Fox is a warm and trendy pub on Leith Walk that has created the conditions for its success with excellent cheap food and a range of homemade beers to accompany it. Salads, pizzas, burgers and hot dogs will be served in a small room with white bricks and thick parquet flooring. The plates are really copious: enough to mop up the craft beers (consume in moderation!). The place fills up from 6pm and empties just before the last tram.
DI GIORGIO
Read moreDi Giorgio is a lovely Italian coffee shop located at the end of Dundas Street, leaving New Town for Inverleith. Like his neighborhood, he is young, connected and relaxed. He has a dedicated clientele who have breakfast in the morning, lunch at noon, but also dinner in a more classy setting this weekend. Whatever your decision, you have the assurance of quality home cooking with an Italian touch: pasta, quiches, burgers, pumped, smoked salmon and good coffee, not far from the Water of Leith and botanical gardens.
WATER OF LEITH CAFE BISTRO
Read moreIf you are going to or leaving the Royal Botanic Garden, this bistro is a great stop for you. Its bright walls decorated with contemporary, colourful paintings create an informal atmosphere maintained by friendly hosts and family clientele. The menu changes every day - everything is homemade - and alternates between coq au vin, macaroni and cheese, mussels and chips or mackerel fillets, or traditional local dishes.
THE GARDENER'S COTTAGE
Read moreYou will have to reserve for this pretty little address located in a charming cottage built in 1836. The menus change every day and can be consulted beforehand on the website or social networks. The experience is quite unexpected, very rural and family oriented, with the guarantee of fresh and seasonal ingredients. You feel like you are in our guests' dining room and the plates are mainly garnished with local meats, prepared in a creative way, and fish. The Gardener's Cottage has two sister establishments: The Lookout and Quay Commons.
AMBER RESTAURANT
Read moreThe Amber Restaurant of the Scotch Whisky Experience is a true Scottish table that showcases national tradition and cooks excellent national dishes. Amber's specials are a good value for money and it's better to prefer hands to tapas for those who are hungry. The clientele consists of both visitors and locals and the bar area attracts whisky lovers from all over the world. The selection is one of the most comprehensive in Edinburgh at attractive prices. The servers are experts who will be able to advise you.
THE HOLYROOD 9A
Read moreA few steps from Her Majesty's Palace, Holyrood 9A is a gastro-pub that has made burgers its specialty. The menu offers 13 of them, with inventive and copious formulas around beef, chicken, or vegetarian alternatives. A nice choice of real ales allows you to accompany your meal with a pint, in a classic pub space with panelling and mouldings. We meet there mostly in the evening and on weekends, but we can also have breakfast there until noon. We enjoy it as a family, with children's menus at low prices.
TIMBERYARD
Read moreThe Timberyard was created by the Radford family in a completely renovated old warehouse, although elements of the past have been incorporated into the layout here and there. The result is eclectic and very convincing. We practice a "from farm to plate" strategy here, which means that we are sure of ultra fresh, local and quality! Evening menus are available in 4, 6 or 8 courses. Lunch is a 5-course or à la carte menu. Outside, the terrace provides the same surprising effect, with metal furniture and the bricks of the building at the back of the painting.
THE DOME
Read moreBuilt in 1775 by James Craig at the same time as the rest of New Town, the Dome is a true neo-classical palace. First a college for physicists, then a bank, it is now a restaurant with three rooms, including a bar and a tea room. Marble columns, mosaics, crystal chandeliers and bouquets of flowers, everything is made to seduce and travel through time. Scottish gastronomy is traditional and not excessive, despite the lush pageantry. Ideal, therefore, to treat yourself to a good classic meal in a rare setting or just to drop in for a beer.
THREE BIRDS
Read moreThe Three Birds team will be happy to welcome you to their warm and friendly little restaurant. Ideally located 15 minutes walk from the old town centre, it is the ideal place to enjoy the delicate cuisine prepared by the chef. The emphasis is on local products, fresh, sourced locally. The dishes are presented with refinement, the flavours are there and the happy discoveries are also there. This is a perfect opportunity to enjoy a good meal and to spend a pleasant moment with your partner or family.
THE ELEPHANT HOUSE
Read moreIt's on this coffee shop that J.K. Rowling wrote the first adventures of his Harry Potter hero! The atmosphere is a student and a décontractée and your wallet will not want to crack for a bagel or a salad.
THE SCRAN & SCALLIE
Read moreSister address of The Kitchin and The Castle Terrace Restaurant, this Scottish gastro pub is a credit to Stockbridge and confirms the district's trendy culinary identity. Burgers, fish & chips, steak pie, fish pie, risotto: the choice is quite traditional and the recipes are carefully prepared. The plates, carefully presented, are served in a pleasant room mixing rustic and modern. There are several craft beers and cask ales that change regularly.
AURORA
Read moreAurora is a small bistro restaurant with an overflowing creativity, which has been hailed by critics as "Best Newcomer - Edinburgh Evening News Restaurant Awards 2018". Scottish flavours are brought to the fore here, in bold, generous and colourful marriages. All ingredients are sourced locally, so they are fresh and in season. The decor of the restaurant also contributes to the experience, in a Nordic, raw and modern spirit. For every desire, budget or time of day, there is a menu for every taste, with brunches or tasting menus.
THE LOOKOUT BY THE GARDENER'S COTTAGE
Read moreThe Lookout offers a breathtaking panoramic view of Edinburgh. Here you can enjoy breakfast, lunch, coffee or dinner, enjoying the view and the setting, as well as the fine, fresh and inspiring cuisine that blends local and international cuisine. The welcome is warm, and the staff is at your service to offer you a beautiful moment. A dinner at night can be a pleasant and romantic idea.
GHILLIE DHU
Read moreGhillie Dhu is a traditional Scottish pub, housed in what used to be St. Thomas' Episcopal Church. It offers high quality, fresh local produce, premium beers and spirits, and live music every night. Its listed architectural setting makes it a place to visit: high ceilings, rich ornamentation, authentic parquet flooring... Each space - the bar, the auditorium, the beer garden, the snugs - offers an authentic, elegant and ultra-careful decor. Extra info: The pub brews its own Ghillie Ale.
BOROUGH RESTAURANT
Read moreBorough is a traditional family restaurant in the heart of Leith. You will enjoy a homemade, seasonal cuisine, prepared with fresh local produce, with simplicity, generosity, but also daring. The "4 course" menu (in the evening) varies regularly, depending on the chef's inspiration and the market. The restaurant also has an environmentally friendly approach, which includes a selection of quality ingredients produced by local eco-responsible suppliers. It commits itself through donations that are donated, according to the menu, to local associations.
MILNES BAR
Read moreMilnes Bar is a pub and, like almost any pub, it also has a restaurant. It boasts the best fish & chips in Edinburgh.... Le Petit Futé lets you judge! The menu is classic, with its traditional pies, burgers, sandwiches, macaroni and cheese, haggis, roasted chicken, vegetarian dishes and side dishes of chips and peas. Simple and efficient!
Literary anecdote: Milnes Bar is nicknamed "the poets' ad" Indeed, in the 1950s and 1960s, it echoed the fiery debates of two famous national poets: Hugh MacDiarmid and Norman MacCaig. The lower room has been named The Little Kremlin in memory of these verbal games.