Best Casual Restaurants in New Town

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A photo of Bread Street Kitchen & Bar — Edinburgh restaurant

1. Bread Street Kitchen & Bar — Edinburgh

4.0

Excellent(761)

Price: Moderate

• British • New Town

Booked 37 times today

Located on St Andrew Square, Bread Street Kitchen is a modern all-day restaurant between Princes Street and Queen Street - the perfect place for a get together with friends, family, colleagues, or even a treat for yourself. Don't miss our classic Gordon Ramsay dishes, from Beef Wellington and traditional fish & chips, to rare-breed steaks and delicious seasonal salads. We also have some exciting Scottish inspired dishes on the menu. Plus, try our amazing cocktails, drinks and wine lists. We can't wait to welcome you to our restaurant and bar - you can join us for lunch, dinner and late night drinks 7 days a week.

2. Urban Angel

4.7

Exceptional(881)

Price: Moderate

• British • New Town

Booked 34 times today

Our café in central Edinburgh is open every day for brunch, lunch, coffee, cake & drinks, sit in or takeaway! We have indoor and outdoor seating available, and we are dog friendly. The finest, carefully sourced produce should be for every day, not just for special occasions.We always save space for walk ins! So if there are no online tables available, please pop by and we will get you seated as soon as possible.

A photo of Edinburgh - Bucks Bar Hanover Street restaurant

3. Edinburgh - Bucks Bar Hanover Street

4.7

Exceptional(228)

Price: Moderate

• American • New Town

Booked 32 times today

Welcome to Bucks Bar Hanover St. We look forward to welcoming you! The best free range buttermilk fried chicken you've ever tasted! Buck's is a rock’n’roll bar specialising in authentic buttermilk fried chicken, seriously addictive Nashville hot chicken, cocktails, beers and Bourbon. Live music every Saturday night! 40% Off Selected Cocktails Monday - Wednesday weekly offers www.bucksbar.co.uk

4. Ragù Pasta

4.4

Awesome(26)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • New Town

Ragu Pasta is an authentic Italian restaurant located in Edinburgh specialising in fresh pasta, made daily in our kitchen. The atmosphere is warm and welcoming, with rustic decor and a cozy atmosphere. Our menu showcases 10 pasta dishes including our speciality, slow cooked ragus along side seasonal pasta specials, Italian classic side dishes and desserts. We believe in simplicity and showcasing our superior Italian ingredients and hand crafted pasta. We pride ourselves on providing a friendly and relaxed vibe making Ragu Pasta a great spot for casual meals from day to night. Conveniently located in the New Town of Edinburgh close to Princes Street, Rose Street and a short walk from Waverley train station.

5. Paz Taqueria

4.8

Exceptional(24)

Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Musselburgh

Booked 17 times today

Paz Taqueria is a vibrant Mexican restaurant in the heart of Edinburgh, celebrated for its authentic street food, hand-pressed tacos, and expertly crafted cocktails. With a focus on bold flavors, fresh ingredients, and a warm, welcoming atmosphere, Paz Taqueria brings a slice of Mexico to the city.

6. Greenwoods

4.7

Exceptional(1151)

Price: Moderate

• Breakfast • New Town

Booked 23 times today

The first breakfast brunch venue in Amsterdam finally makes it to Scotland! ALL DAY Breakfast / Brunch and Lunch menu. Vegan - Vegetarian and Gluten Free dishes and options. Fully licenced and located in the centre of town just off George Street and 5 minutes from Princes Street and the Station.Dutch inspired and owned.Homemade drinks and all food prepared fresh daily.We pride ourselves on sourcing top quality local ingredients and make our products fresh on the premises as much as we can. And of course, we also brought our Dutch roots with us as well. You’ll find it on the menu and in the restaurant itself. Fancy some traditional Dutch ‘appeltaart’ (apple pie)?

7. Element

4.6

Exceptional(537)

Price: Moderate

• Scottish • New Town

Booked 6 times today

Your local in the heart of the city. Tucked away just off Princes Street in amongst the boutiques of Rose Street you’ll find a modern Scottish bar with food and drinks that have been intimately created and served with pride. Our food is of traditional Scottish heart with plenty of modern twists.Come down and try our brand new brunch menu, available Saturday and Sunday 10am-12pmEvery month we give a craft Scottish distillery their time to shine with our In Gin Cocktail Menu.🧒 Under 18s welcome until 10pm🐶 Dog-friendly in the bar area🍳 Brunch served Saturday and Sunday 10am-12pm🏃 Walk-ins welcome🍹 Bookings for food only. 🍹Drinks only bookings are walk in only in our Bar Area!📅 Contact us directly for bookings of 8 or more

8. Hanover Tap

3.3

Good(15)

Price: Moderate

• Pub • Edinburgh

Welcome to the Hanover Tap!An amazing Craft Pub with a great range of craft beer, ales and craft cider! Pop in for our delicious lunch deals or take advantage of our 50% off cocktails!The locals favourite, book your visit with us today!

9. Badger & Co

4.7

Exceptional(1751)

Price: Moderate

• Scottish • Edinburgh

Booked 17 times today

Nestled in the heart of Edinburgh, our Wind in the Willows-inspired restaurant offers a delightful blend of classic, crafty, and culinary adventures. Enjoy hearty dishes paired with creative cocktails and a carefully curated selection of local beers, wines, and spirits.Choose from dining in our cozy indoor space, relaxing in the hidden Sunken Garden, or taking in stunning views of Edinburgh Castle from our outdoor terrace.🧒 Under 18s welcome until 10pm🐶 Dog-friendly in the Lounge area🍽️ Last food orders at 8:45pm🏃 Walk-ins welcome👰 Private dining room available for bookingsFor groups of 8 or more, please contact us directly to arrange your booking.

10. Cold Town House

4.4

Awesome(1815)

Price: Moderate

• Brewery • Edinburgh

Booked 18 times today

Craft beer brewed on-site, delicious Neapolitan pizzas and one of the best views of Edinburgh Castle from our Rooftop Terrace. Cold Town House is where it’s happening. Best Beer Bar Winner at the Scottish Beer Awards 2021 & National Pizza Awards Finalist 2021! THREE DIFFERENT AREAS* The Brewhouse - Our main restaurant and drinks area is a cool wooden interior with references to beer throughout. It's all about atmosphere! Dog-friendly.* Pizza & Prosecco Floor - A gorgeous interior on our first floor. Our microbrewery and pizza oven are on this floor, so you can watch our team in action as they cook and brew for you.* Rooftop Terrace - Cocktails, beers and an exclusive food menu served under a glorious view of Edinburgh Castle. Our iconic rooftop is perfect for any outdoor occasionLast bookings for food are at 8.45pm, later bookings will only be for drinks. Please note that our Terrace closes at 10pm daily.Walk-ins welcome!

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Alexa
London •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Delicious food and cocktails. Friendly, fast service. Would definitely go back.
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Paz TaqueriaPrice: Moderate• Mexican• Musselburgh
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4.8
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Nicolle
Edinburgh/Midlothian •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Phenomenal! very friendly service and the food was quick, defo be back.
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Edinburgh - Bucks Bar Hanover StreetPrice: Moderate• American• New Town
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4.7
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Laura Maria
Berlin •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
The ambience was great, the food delicious and the the service very friendly and fast. Amazing smoothies!
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Urban AngelPrice: Moderate• British• New Town
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4.7
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Andrew
Newcastle and Northumberland •51 reviews
4.0
Dined 6 days ago
Return visit to BSK: nice food, quite quickly and unobtrusively delivered by pleasant table staff. Reasonable price and easy booking. Would come back.
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Bread Street Kitchen & Bar — EdinburghPrice: Moderate• British• New Town
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Colin
Edinburgh/Midlothian •4 reviews
4.0
Dined on Dec 7, 2024
The food was excellent. Simple Italian done well. However there were significant issues with the service. Our mains were presented to us whilst still eating our starters. We weren’t at all slow so there was no apparent reason. We sent away the first server and then a couple of minutes later another appeared with the plates again! They did not appreciate that what they were doing was wrong. It was a busy Saturday and maybe the serving staff were not fully experienced, certainly their reaction, or lack of understanding, might suggest this. However, I suspect the real issue was in the kitchen as the waiting staff would just deliver whatever was brought to the pass. I don’t know but it really took the shine off a family meal that was celebrating my significant birthday.
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Ragù PastaPrice: Moderate• Italian• New Town
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4.4

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1. Bread Street Kitchen & Bar — Edinburgh

2. Urban Angel

3. Edinburgh - Bucks Bar Hanover Street

4. Ragù Pasta

5. Paz Taqueria

6. Greenwoods

7. Element

8. Hanover Tap

9. Badger & Co

10. Cold Town House

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