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1. 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!
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2. Badger & Co
4.7
Exceptional(1771)
Price: Moderate
• Scottish • Edinburgh
Booked 21 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.
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3. Cold Town House
4.4
Awesome(1830)
Price: Moderate
• Brewery • Edinburgh
Booked 48 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. Live entertainment & 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 table-served food 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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4. Café St Honoré
4.6
Exceptional(1809)
Price: Very Expensive
• French • New Town
Booked 13 times today
Café St Honoré is described as a cozy bistro with a charming ambiance, reminiscent of a 1940s Parisian retreat. It offers a comfortable dining environment with mirrored walls, black-and-white tiled floors, and a warm, relaxed atmosphere. Reviewers often mention the coziness and the ambiance of the restaurant, with one stating it's a 'lovely and cosy restaurant with top quality food.' Another reviewer highlighted the 'quiet, charming French bistro environment.'
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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.
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6. Angels with Bagpipes
4.6
Exceptional(4319)
Price: Expensive
• Scottish • Old Town
Booked 10 times today
Having opened its doors in 2010, Angels with Bagpipes quickly established itself as one of the finest restaurants to have graced Edinburgh’s most iconic and historic street, The Royal Mile. With upmost pride in sourcing fresh Scottish ingredients.Mixing an atmospheric Old Town setting with chic, contemporary looks, the restaurant reflects many of the city’s most defining features. With a humble facade nestled in the beautiful 17th century building, rich tones of bronze and marble cascade throughout the two tiers of Angels with Bagpipes.Angels with Bagpipe’s kitchen has gained a glowing reputation in a city abundant with restaurants of the highest standards. Sourcing the best produce and ingredients, allowing the quality to shine through their elegant dishes. By blending innovative and traditional techniques, their menu is fresh and exciting throughout all seasons
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7. Tolbooth Tavern
4.6
Exceptional(255)
Price: Moderate
• Scottish • Old Town
Booked 17 times today
The Tolbooth Tavern is a cozy, traditional Scottish pub. Reviewers rave about its warm, inviting atmosphere and friendly service. As one reviewer said, it's a 'cosy place to dine and talk' with a 'perfect ambiance' and 'friendly staff'. The place is also praised for its hearty home-cooked Scottish fayre and extensive whisky collection.
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8. Monteiths
4.6
Exceptional(1961)
Price: Expensive
• Scottish • The Royal Mile
Booked 2 times today
Monteiths bar & restaurant is nestled in a fairy-lit close in the heart of Edinburgh’s Old Town. The award winning venue is located just off the historic Royal Mile and combines chic cocktail bar with intimate restaurant. A favourite of locals and visitors alike, Monteiths is a must for relaxed dining and innovative cocktails. Monteiths is by the team behind the White Horse Oyster Bar, and Chop HouseDue to licensing restrictions Monteiths cannot accept children under the age of 5 at any time. Children aged 15 & under can be admitted until 10pm. Apologies for any inconvenience caused.
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9. No11
4.5
Awesome(530)
Price: Expensive
• Scottish • New Town
11 Brasserie @ No 11 is located within the discreet luxury of a historically significant, Edinburgh Georgian Town House, this award winning restaurant, displays a menu that exhibits some of Scotland's finest produce, infused with flavors that reflect Scotland's stunning natural landscape. The Head Chef, Stevie, has received a AA Rosette for Culinary Excellence -Food that literally looks as good as it tastes! There can be no better local dining experience.The Brasserie is located on the ground floor and seats around 30 diners. It serves Breakfast (8:00 to 10:00) every day, Dinner (17:00 - 20:30 Last Orders) Wed - Sun, and Lunch (12 noon - 15:30) Saturday and Sunday. Our menus focus on home made dishes, using tasty, fresh produce from artisan suppliers. We're happy to accomodate any dietary requirements and preferences. Please note we do not have a children's menu.A selection of alcoholic beverages is available including spirits
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10. Wildfire
4.8
Exceptional(606)
Price: Expensive
• Steakhouse • New Town
Booked 2 times today
We are a small, family run restaurant since 2002 specialising in carefully sourced Aberdeen Angus beef from Scottish small highland farms, cooked simply but with flair and attention to detail.Our emphasis is on high quality local ingredients and fresh produce from the best of local suppliers. Beef is selected, prepared and hung for us by Award wining "John Gilmour" of Macmerry master butchers since 1946. Fresh fish are delivered daily by Calum Sinclair and J.K Thompsons. West coast Mussels are delivered fresh daily by "Sea Mcgee". Our venison comes from wild Perthshire deer, lamb from the Scottish Borders. Artisan and farmhouse British cheeses are supplied by renowned Edinburgh cheesemonger, Iain Mellis and dairy produce from Fife Creamery. We take pride to cook everything fresh in our own kitchen daily. We have outside seating arrangements for walk-Ins only.
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