Best Casual Restaurants in Portobello

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A photo of Hawksmoor Edinburgh restaurant

1. Hawksmoor Edinburgh

4.5

Awesome(5690)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Edinburgh

Booked 90 times today

In Edinburgh, Hawksmoor draws on the amazing produce that Scotland has to offer, featuring seafood from around the coast and beef from grass-fed native breed cattle. Private dining areas available.

2. Lasal

4.8

Exceptional(555)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Spanish • New Town

Booked 7 times today

LaSal is an authentic Spanish restaurant serving all of your favourite dishes that our country has to offer.We are located right in the center of the city (22 Union Place, EH1 3NQ), just a few minutes walk from Edinburgh Waverly station and Princes Street, directly opposite the famous Edinburgh Playhouse. The perfect location to enjoy a meal before or after the theatre.We welcome you to enjoy our authentic tapas, paella and wine bar. Experience a new cuisine or perhaps savour the dishes you love, expertly prepared to order by our experienced team.

A photo of The Ivy on the Square restaurant

3. The Ivy on the Square

4.4

Awesome(13587)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary British • Old Town

Booked 115 times today

Located in the heart of Edinburgh, The Ivy on the Square is an all-day British brasserie serving modern British and international Ivy-inspired classics.

4. Cardinal

4.6

Exceptional(12)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Scottish • Edinburgh

Booked 2 times today

Cardinal is a relaxed fine dining restaurant from chef Tomas Gormley. Located in Edinburghs historic New Town Cardinal offers a modern approach to Scottish cooking. With a wide range of local and sustainable suppliers at our doorstep, from our Lobsters and Crabs at Belhaven Lobsters in Dunbar to our vegetables and Native breed meats at Free Company Farm in Balerno we’re lucky to be taking advantage of Scotlands unique and unrivalled natural larder. Cooking over coals helps add an extra layer of flavour to whatever we’re cooking on them, it’s more intuitive and engaging as cooks and we feel like that comes through on the plate. Tasting menus are our bread and butter but we also offer a pre fixe 'A la carte' menu.

5. The Black Grape

4.8

Exceptional(496)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Tapas / Small Plates • The Royal Mile

Booked 8 times today

The Black Grape - a new small plate restaurant located on Edinburgh's Royal Mile. Expect small plates, wine & good times in a stunning setting. This custom designed wine bar & restaurant is the ideal setting for intimate date night dining, drinks with friends or a quick snack as you people watch in the heart of the city. Our menu is a gastronomic tour de force with inspiration from around the globe. One thing unites all our dishes however - bold, punchy flavours and plates that are perfect for sharing. In addition to a 40 seater restaurant the Black Grape also has a cozy wine & cocktail bar - expect a carefully curated selection of drinks soundtracked with the best funk & soul.

6. Nor' Loft

4.6

Exceptional(437)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Scottish • The Royal Mile

Booked 21 times today

For those looking to sip on a tall glass of champagne or call out Sláinte with a dram in hand, and not forgetting the foodies looking to graze on seasonal small plates and sharing platters, whether you're a regular or here for the first time, there's something for everyone, all in our rooftop champagne lounge.

7. Tapa

4.8

Exceptional(1497)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Spanish • Leith

Booked 14 times today

We are a multiple award winning restaurant, first opening our doors in Edinburgh in 2009. Whether it’s the blast of warmth that welcomes you as you step off the plane, the guitarist in that bustling side street bar you chanced upon or the very last meal of your trip, we wanted to create an atmosphere in Tapa that was evocative of our most vibrant memories of Spain!From Michelin starred restaurants in Madrid to roadside cafes in Sanlúcar de Barrameda we celebrate the incredibly diverse range of ingredients and stunning dishes that we’ve experienced on our travels through Spain by placing an emphasis on small, artisanal Spanish producers and ingredients almost impossible to source out with Spain.This is our experience of Spain and we look forward to sharing it with you very soon!

8. Urban Angel

4.7

Exceptional(906)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• British • New Town

Booked 15 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.

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9. The Queens Arms - Edinburgh

4.6

Exceptional(1525)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Scottish • New Town

Booked 18 times today

The Queens Arms is a cosy pub hidden under the cobblestones of Edinburgh, and home to the city's Best Sunday Roast.🧒 Under 18s welcome until 9pm, but only in the restaurant area, not in the bar area. Please leave a note if you have under 18's in your party. If booking in the bar area you may be declined entry.🐶 Dog-friendly.💡 Pub Quiz Sundays at 8pm.🏃 Walk-ins welcome but bookings recommended.🍹 Bookings for food & just drinks welcome.🏉 We show all sports events & proud sponsor of Edinburgh Rugby. Your home away from home!

10. The Court

4.3

Awesome(45)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Scottish • New Town

Booked 5 times today

Taking inspiration from the city’s picturesque streets and cobblestoned squares, The Court will be a unique journey through time, culture, and music.You’ll enter a realm of local experiences and joyful indulgence with exclusive cocktails, Scottish-inspired menus, and a signature patisserie selection.

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OpenTable Diner
Las Vegas •1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Excellent as always, staff were attentive, food was lovely and atmosphere was wonderful, just what was needed after a fantastic result at Murrayfield
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The Ivy on the SquarePrice: Expensive• Contemporary British• Old Town
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4.4
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Brian
Edinburgh/Midlothian •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Staff were very attentive and knowledgeable about the food being presented. Food was excellent and served at a lovely pace, allowing full enjoyment of food, drink and atmosphere
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The Black GrapePrice: Expensive• Tapas / Small Plates• The Royal Mile
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4.8
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Gordon
East Lothian •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
An awesome evening of great food and wine, fantastic service and phenomenal value.
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Hawksmoor EdinburghPrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Edinburgh
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4.5
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Siobhan
Edinburgh/Midlothian •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
This is one of my favourite restaurants. The food is always great I've been many times and have throughly enjoyed it everytime. The staff are so welcoming and friendly.
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LasalPrice: Moderate• Spanish• New Town
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4.8
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Scott
Edinburgh/Midlothian •2 reviews
4.0
Dined on Mar 1, 2025
Outstanding, creative food, matching drinks which excited (cider, cocktail, orange wine), with amazing service. Will definitely be back.
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CardinalPrice: Very Expensive• Scottish• Edinburgh
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4.6

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