99 Hanover Street 99 Hanover Street Edinburgh EH2 1DJ 0131 225 8200

Situated in the Georgian gridplan of central Edinburgh. The interior is a study in old-fashioned decadence: original pillars and cornice-work offset by black walls, dark-wood floorboards, large mirrors in elaborate gilt frames, heavy drapes in rich reds and deep browns, candles flickering in lantern ...

Amber 354 Castlehill, The Royal Mile Edinburgh EH1 2NE 0131 477 8477 Open daily for lunch Tues-Sat for dinner

In the shadow of Edinburgh Castle and part of the Scotch Whisky Experience, Amber is a warm welcoming restaurant that could be located on a distillery malting floor. Arched windows look out onto the medieval cobbled street at the top of the Royal Mile, while the modern interior is muted browns and tans. On the shelves behind the long wooden bar are 328 bottles of Scotch. With over 90 percent of th more...

Amicus Apple 17 Frederick Street Edinburgh 0131 226 6055 Open daily for lunch and dinner

Located seconds from Princes Street, Amicus Apple is perfectly placed for a refreshing stop during a hard days shopping or some mouthwatering after-work cocktails. We recommend the delicious “Victoria’s Secret” and “The Mighty Aphrodite” delicious!! Amicus Apple nestles in Frederick Street like an o ...

Atrium 10 Cambridge Street Edinburgh EH1 2ED 0131 228 8882

Neil Forbes, our head chef and his team pride themselves on producing everything in house using the freshest and finest of ingredients. Our philosophy is simple; absolute quality produce handled lightly, cooked precisely and presented with the minimum of fuss. ...

Bisque 69 Bruntsfield Place Edinburgh EH10 4HH 0131 622 8163 Open Mon-Sun; Lunch noon-4.30pm; Dinner 5pm-9.30pm

If you can walk through the stylish Bisque Bar without being tempted to stop for a cocktail you'll find yourself in the Bisque Brasserie. The décor is muted autumn, woods and aluminium. With plenty of elbow-room and a mixture of square and round tables, it's an ideal venue for a group of close friends or a meal for two. Now that the warmer weather's arrived, try the outdoor patio for some relaxed more...

Blue Cambridge Street Edinburgh EH1 2ED 0131 221 1222

blue is a busy, contemporary edinburgh city centre restaurant. an elegant interior of upholstered danish chairs, modern oak panelling, hand crafted rugs and stunning lighting creating an intimate atmosphere of warmth and comfort. ...

Cafe Grande 184 Bruntsfield Pl. Edinburgh EH10 4DF 0131 228 1188 Open Mon-Sat 9am-late. Sun 10am-11pm.

Beloved by local regulars, this relaxing chill-out café bar by day - gourmet or traditional breakfasts, burgers, salads, panini, coffee, wine - reinvents itself into a classy French Bistro, (bentwood chairs, polished wood tables, candlelight), by night. more...

Café Marlayne 7 Old Fishmarket Close Edinburgh EH1 1RW 0131 225 3838

An intimate French cafe just off the Royal Mile ...

Creelers 3 Hunter Square Edinburgh EH1 1QW 0131 220 4447

Creelers Restaurant in Edinburgh opened in 1995, bringing with it the same philosophy of simplicity, careful sourcing, top quality cooking and elegant presentation ...

Daniels 88 Commercial Street Edinburgh EH6 6LX 0131 553 5933

A very Franco-Scottish love affair; open more than10 years! Daniel's Bistro is the ultimate oasis of happiness where food is always taken very seriously, and where all patrons find again and again a most unique atmosphere. ...

Elbow 133-135 East Claremont Street Edinburgh EH7 4JA 0131 556 5662

The latest venture from the team behind Edinburgh institution The Street has taken over this venue, just five minutes from Broughton Street, and transformed a traditional pub into Elbow, a light airy relaxed bar and kitchen, which offers food from morning until night. more...

esi 46 Queen Charlotte Street Edinburgh EH6 7EX 0131 555 3103 Open Tuesday to Sunday. Lunch 12.00 - 3.00pm, Dinner 6.00 - 10.00pm

You know how the gag goes, an Englishman, a Scotsman and an Irishman walk into a bar ...and turn it into a fabulous restaurant...but this isn’t a joke - e:s:i is everything you could possibly want when it comes to stylish dining. It may have a quirky name, but there’s certainly nothing gimmicky about this Leith eaterie. One of the newest editions to the restaurant world, it oozes personality, with more...

Giuliano’s on The Shore 1 Commercial Street Edinburgh EH6 6JA 0131 554 5272

At the Shore we do specialise in a wonderful array of Scottish seafoods, our fresh fish menu is updated daily to optimise your choice of the very best seasonal harvest from Scottish waters. Giuliano’s offers a warm welcoming environment, with stylish and relaxing surroundings and guarantee the very ...

Heller’s Kitchen 15 Salisbury Place Edinburgh EH9 1SL 0131 667 4654 Open 8.30am-10pm Mon-Sun for breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Nestled between the main drags of Minto Street and Causewayside, Hellers Kitchen is perfectly placed for a lazy brunch after a walk round the Meadows, or an elegant dinner date outwith the city centre. The friendly staff make it a great venue if you’re dining with children (there’s also a dedicated menu for your little darlings), and the leather tub seats and purple highlights are welcoming during more...

Hotel Du Vin 11 Bristo Place Edinburgh EH1 1EZ 0131 247 4900 Breakfast: Mon-Fri 7-10am. Sat/Sun 8-11am. Lunch: Mon-Sat noon-2.30pm. Sun 12.30-3pm. Dinner: Mon-Sun 5.30-10.30pm.

Hotel du Vin is right in the heart of Edinburgh’s Old Town, occupying the site of a former lunatic asylum and you’d be mad not to visit this recently opened hotel and bistro for its excellent food and great atmosphere. The décor is sumptuous inside and out - check out the glamorous wine glass chand ...

Iggs 15 Jeffrey Street Edinburgh EH1 1DR 0131 557 8184 Open daily for lunch and dinner. Closed Sunday.

Tucked just off the Royal Mile, this small, intimate restaurant invites you in with beautifully laid dining tables against gold walls decorated with modern abstract art and large mirrors. Authentic Spanish music adds to the atmosphere of Iggy Campo’s award-winning restaurant (AA Rosette Award 2008). ...

Iglu 2B Jamaica Steet Edinburgh EH3 6HH 0131 476 5333

Since opening the kitchen in late 2005, Iglu has been at the forefront of ethical sourcing in the Edinburgh restaurant scene. By specialising in organic, wild & local produce we are committed to finding the best ingredients possible. Working with small local boutique farms & producers we have been a ...

Il Castello 36 Castle Street Edinburgh EH2 3HT 0131 229 2730 Open daily: Lunch noon-2.30pm. Dinner 5-11pm.

This Edinburgh institution has had a long deserved face lift. Il Castello is looking more refined, bright and airy with white walls dotted with monochrome photos, gilded cornicing, stone and wooden floors, new tables and chairs. The atmosphere is good humoured and manager Nino Cacciato has been known to burst into song. more...

Il Positano 85-87 Newington Road Edinburgh EH9 1QW 0131 662 9977 Open 7days Lunch: noon-2:00pm Dinner: 5pm-11pm

Close your eyes for a moment, listen to the conversations between the chefs in the open kitchen and the Italian-speaking diners and you really could be in the spectacular hillside coastal town of Positano – south of Napoli – after which this restaurant is named. There’s an aura of the relaxed Mediterranean about this place thanks to proprietor Giuseppe Votta who’s quick to put diners at their ease more...

Inca 183 Brustsfield Place Edinburgh EH10 4DG 0131 228 4555

At Inca restaurant in Bruntsfield, Edinburgh, we have served delicious fresh Italian and Mediterranean food for over 10 years. Inca is the perfect location for a romantic meal with that special person, but is also adept at catering for larger groups downstairs. ...

La Bagatelle 22a Brougham Place Edinburgh EH3 9JU 0131 229 0869

La Bagatelle Restaurant is a French family run restaurant, using quality sourced ingredients from Scotland and France which are freshly prepared for you on order ...

La Cantina 72 Commercial Quay Edinburgh EH6 6LX 0131 538 0022

There is something for everyone. young and old alike, in our menu which is designed to reflect an array of authentic Mexican and Continental foods. ...

La Favorita 325-331 Leith Walk Edinburgh EH6 8SA 0131 554 2430 Open daily. Take away: noon-11pm.

La Favorita is still winning awards for owner, Tony Crolla and, in my opinion, still makes the best pizza in town. This pizzeria is a firm favourite for every generation; a great place to chill out with friends and families are more than welcome. For the nippers, on Sundays, between1-5pm, a professional clown will entertain them with magic and balloons. The atmosphere is warm, friendly and full of more...

La P’Tite Folie Frederick Street 61 Frederick Street Edinburgh 0131 225 7983 Open Mon-Sat noon-3pm & 6-11pm. Closed Sunday.

I’ve been eating at Virginie Brouard’s wonderful French bistro for nigh on 12 years. The décor may have changed to a more contemporary style with deep burgundy and black walls but the solid wooden tables remain, as does the Gallic charm from the friendly French staff. The best tables are the two in the large bow windows; watching the ebb and flow of office workers as we sip Kir while pondering ove more...

La P’tite Folie Randolph Place 9 Randolph Place Edinburgh 0131 225 8678 Open for lunch and dinner. Closed Sunday.

You cannot but be impressed by the façade of La P’tite Folie. The mock Tudor frontage is stunning and as you walk through the entrance, you may find yourself in a dilemma – to drop into the sophisticated and elegant Le Di-Vin wine bar or to the ‘slice of rural France’ bistro - great places for a private party. more...

MacDonald Marine Hotel Cromwell Road North Berwick Open daily. Dinner: 6.30-9.30pm Bar meals: 11am-10.30pm

The Macdonald Marine Spa and Golf hotel has a fantastic location in North Berwick, overlooking the West Links golf course and Firth of Forth: from the lounges, terrace and dining room there’s a panoramic seascape of three islands, Fidra, Craigleith and Bass Rock. With this fine view the Craigleith Restaurant blends Victorian features with sumptuous taffeta drapes, dark wood tables and high backed more...

Monteiths 61 High Street Edinburgh EH1 1SR 0131 557 0330

The entrance to Monteiths is down a vine-arched and lit alleyway next to Moubray House, at the bottom of which you'll find a romantic outdoor garden dining area that's ideal for summer evenings. Mains are classic Scottish with an imaginative twist, possibly influenced by chef Philip Lynch's backgrou ...

Namaste Khathmandu 17-19 Forrest Road Edinburgh EH1 2QH 0131 220 2273

We are pleased to introduce you to a new taste that is reflective of unique Royal Indian and Nepalese Cuisine. Enjoy the great feast with platters pilled high with mounds of subtly flavoured and beautifully coloured food. ...

Old Aberlady Inn Main Street Aberlady EH32 0RF 01875 870503 Open daily for lunch and dinner (12-2:30pm and 6-9pm)

This classic vintage pub is an absolute find of an eaterie, nestled in the sleepy and sunny south coastal village of Aberlady, just outside Edinburgh. It’s original features, wooden beams, country-kitchen kitsch furniture, accompanied with candlelit tables on the terrace, and curious discreet nooks ...

Pani Solinska 73 Broughton Street Edinburgh EH1 3RJ 0131 557 6900 Winter opening hours: Mon, Wed-Fri 9am-9.30pm. Tues 9am-6pm. Sat 10am-9.30pm. Sun noon-8pm.

Pani Solinska is a slice of Eastern Europe in the heart of Broughton Street. The bright and airy interior has on its walls, old photos of Poland, traditional folk art and mirrors that reflect light around this delightful bistro. The staff are warm and welcoming, creating a real family atmosphere. ...

Smoke Stack 53-55 Broughton Street Edinburgh 0131 556 6032 Open daily

The Smoke Stack is a well-loved and frequented Edinburgh institution. Halfway down Broughton Street, there is no mistaking this restaurant with its wrought metal signs. Inside the atmosphere is warm and cosy with well-spaced tables and staff who have infectious smiles. Music is laid back, which is what you’d expect from this char grill bistro. more...

Stockbridge Restaurant 54 St Stephen Street Edinburgh EH3 5AL 0131 226 6766

From the moment you descend into the decadent grotto that is The Stockbridge Restaurant you know you’re in for a treat. The restaurant is beautifully decorated with fresh flowers and fairy lights, quality linen and heavy silver cutlery. The food is exceptional, using fresh seasonal produce, locally ...

Sweet Melinda’s 11 Roseneath Street, Marchmont Edinburgh EH9 1HY 0131 229 7953

For 10 years at Sweet Melindas Restaurant we have sourced the best local ingredients with an emphasis on seafood and game. Every morning we hand pick the best fish from Eddie's Seafood Market next door, and make everything that we serve in the restaurant, our organic soda bread and olive tapenade th ...

Tempus 25 George Street Edinburgh EH2 2PB 0131 240 7197 Mon – Sat: 11am – 10pm. Sun: 12 noon – 9.45pm

George Street is a place for designer shopping with bars, bistros and boutique hotels, all featuring Continental style pavement cafes. At the elegant George Hotel, the French café-style Tempus bistro-bar and adjoining opulent, art deco restaurant offers a smart, relaxed meeting place for conversation and leisurely wining and dining. Day and night, it’s popular from hotel guests and shoppers to fri more...

Tex Mex 2 64 Thistle Street Edinburgh EH2 1EN 0131 260 9699 Open 7 days, noon-10pm

Look out for the green watermelon Tex Mex sign amidst the designer fashion boutiques along this quaint cobbled street. Inside, the L shaped space is neatly designed with intimate booths and banquette seating. Around the shocking pink and lime green walls, murals and paintings of chillies and pineapp ...

Thai Orchid 5a Johnston Terrace Edinburgh EH1 2PW 0131 225 6633 Open daily, from noon – 11pm

Amid the hustle and bustle of the Royal Mile, Thai Orchid sits like an oasis of calm just a stone’s throw from Edinburgh Castle. Inside the red walls, dark wood, mirrors and serene atmosphere take you a million miles away from the crowds outside. For added elegance, each table is dressed with an orchid. more...

The Avenue 9 Court Street Haddington EH41 3JD 01620 823 332 Open Monday to Sunday for lunch and dinner

The Victoria Inn has been a fixture right in the heart of Haddington, since it was first built in the 1800s, and while it used to be a pub for serious drinkers only, new managers Craig and Kirsty Hunter have turned it around and transformed it into a family friendly local, serving fantastic food in ...

The Restaurant At The Rutland 1-3 Rutland Street Edinburgh 0131 229 3402 Lunch served daily 11.30-5.30 pm Dinner: Sun-Thur 5.30pm- 10pm; Fri &Sat: 5.30pm-10.30pm

On a prime corner site on the edge of Princes Street, The Rutland Hotel is a cool, contemporary lifestyle complex for drinking, dining, dancing and dreaming. Enter the snazzy all-day café/cocktail bar, dressed in leather and chocolate brown velvet. Upstairs is the glamorous crimson and black Restaur ...

The Rocks Marine Road Dunbar 01368 862 287 Open daily for lunch and dinner

I suggest that you actually spend the night at the Rocks and let the Findlay’s take care of you from the moment you arrive until you leave. There are twelve bedrooms all with stunning sea views from Bass Rock right round the bay to Dunbar Castle and the harbour where you can watch the fishing boats pootle back and forth. If the weather is warm, start your evening with a local beer or glass of fizz more...

The Ship On The Shore 24 – 26 The Shore, Leith Edinburgh EH6 6QN 0131 555 0409 Open Mon-Sun noon-10pm

Leith Waterfront, along the cobbled, curving Shore is akin to the Left Bank in Paris, lined with pubs, art galleries, cocktail bars and bistros. The Ship Seafood Restaurant and Bar has a quirky maritime theme from floor to ceiling – sea chart wallpaper, oars, ropes, helms, lamps and lanterns. With d ...

Urban Angel Forth Street 1 Forth Street Edinburgh EH1 3JX 0131 556 6323 Open Mon –Sat 9am-10pm, Sun 9am-5pm

The décor is fresh, bright and pure white, featuring an artistic black mural denoting Edinburgh’s designated Greenspaces and a pleasing mixture of banquette seating piled with cushions and old church pew chairs. Urban Angel is a casual, lively bistro by day, while soft jazz and candles make it roman ...

Urban Angel Hanover Street 121 Hanover Street Edinburgh EH2 1DJ 0131 225 6215

Urban Angel was created in 2004 to provide hungry city dwellers with the freshest, tastiest food possible. We love food and believe this means sourcing the best natural ingredients and paying a fair price to all of our suppliers. Our customers can have confidence that we only use best local, organic ...

Vittoria George IV Bridge 19 George IV Bridge Edinburgh EH1 1EN 0131 225 1740 Mon-Sat 10am-11pm, Sun noon-11pm

I know it’s a bit of a cliché, but Vittoria’s somewhat of an institution when it comes to Edinburgh’s Italian restaurants. Tony Crolla’s latest addition is in the heart of the Old Town on George IV Bridge right in the hurdy-gurdy of the tourist trail. But don’t be disheartened, you will leave replete and without a huge crack in your credit card. The revolving door of this majestic building spins y more...

Vittoria Leith Walk 113 Brunswick Street, Leith Walk Edinburgh EH7 5HR 0131 556 6171 Mon-Sat 10am-11pm. Sun noon-11pm.

Vittoria’s is coming close to celebrating 40 years and it’s easy to see why this neighbourhood trattoria is so popular with locals and visitors alike. The atmosphere is effervescent and friendly as owner Tony Crolla and his staff. The interior of warm tones hides a higgledy-piggledy space with room for boisterous celebrations in a separate dining room, to tables for early family dining or a quick more...

Waterloo Bistro Tyne House, Poldrate Haddington 01620 822100 Bar open daily. Food: daily noon-2.30pm & 5.30-9pm. Sun 12.30-7.30pm

It’s great to see Paul Kinnoch back on the culinary scene in Haddington. He’s moved a few yards down from his previous eatery and has now opened the very popular, Waterloo Bistro (named after the bridge that crosses the Tyne. Set back from the road and just a stones throw from the river, the former Poldrate, is calm and relaxing bistro with a wonderful inner courtyard for al fresco dining, while t more...

Wedgwood 267 Cannongate Edinburgh EH8 8JW 0131 558 8737 Open: Mon-Sat noon-3pm. Sun 12.30-3pm.Mon-Sun 6-10pm

Lisa Channon and Paul Wedgwood’s restaurant is cosy and welcoming. Flashes of vermillion, scarlet and crimson from the abstract paintings adds vibrancy to the warm natural tones of the chairs, walls and flooring. The atmosphere makes it easy to relax and the meal an unhurried affair. Paul’s menu is eclectic and pleasing, featuring a fusion of flavours combined with excellent Scottish produce inclu more...

Wheatsheaf Main Street Swinton 01890 860 257 Open: Mon-Tues, 5pm-11pm; Wed-Thur, 11am-3pm, 5pm-11pm; Fri-Sat 11am-midnight; Sun 12noon-10pm

This charming village inn is located in the heart of Berwickshire, a land of tranquil countryside, sandy beaches and the majestic River Tweed - an inspiring destination in which to taste the finest game and seafood from the Scottish Borders. more...

Zucca 15-17 Grindlay Street Edinburgh EH3 9AX 0131 221 9323 Open daily for lunch and dinner. Closed Sunday.

The restaurant, with its theatrical theme, serves fine Italian dishes whilst retaining its freshness and simplicity. ...

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