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1. Monteiths
4.6
Exceptional(1964)
Price: Expensive
• Scottish • The Royal Mile
Booked 4 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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2. Gaucho Edinburgh
4.6
Exceptional(3152)
Price: Expensive
• Steak • Edinburgh
Booked 31 times today
Join us this Valentine's Day for a romantic evening set in candlelight with cocktails, finest wines and Latin inspired dishes. Looking for something extra special, our Valentine's menu for £55pp including a bottle of wine is perfect to share. For starters dive into a Black Truffle and Mushroom Fugazetta (a decadent Argentinian-style pizza), for mains choose from our top cuts of steak plus sides, and to end on a sweet note we have a delicious berry-laden Mille Feuille with Chantilly cream.Just a short stroll from Waverley Station and steps from St. Andrew Square, Gaucho Edinburgh is our first restaurant in Scotland, bringing the finest free-range, grass-fed Aberdeen Angus beef from Argentina to the heart of the city. We proudly celebrate Scottish produce, working with Campbell’s Meats, the world-renowned IJ Mellis cheesemonger and Mark Murphy fruit and vegetables. Of course, we have a cocktail using Irn Bru and are pleased to serve Stewart’s Craft Lager, brewed out of Loanhead.
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3. Nor' Loft
4.6
Exceptional(434)
Price: Moderate
• Scottish • The Royal Mile
Booked 15 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.
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4. Merchants
4.7
Exceptional(114)
Price: Expensive
• Scottish • Old Town
Back after more than a two year closure following the George IV Bridge in late 2021, Merchants has undergone a full refurbishment. Merchants serves Scottish cuisine in one of the most bustling areas of Edinburgh. Braised shin of beef, haggis and seared seabass are some of the dishes on an ever-changing menu, and the restaurant is happy to try and cater for any specific dietary requirements. Situated at 17 Merchant Street, Merchants Restaurant is proud to use fresh, locally sourced produce in its dishes. Historic Edinburgh Castle is a nine-minute journey on foot and Greyfriars Kirkyard a mere two minutes walk.
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5. Chop House Market Street
4.0
Excellent(1977)
Price: Expensive
• Steak • Edinburgh
Booked 17 times today
Best of British beef, butchered & dry-aged in house and cooked over a charcoal grill. Chop House is an innovative blend of classic British steakhouse and cocktail bar brought to you by the team behind Monteiths & the White Horse Oyster Bar. Provenance is at the centre of the Chop House offer and we use only the finest beef sourced from artisan suppliers across Scotland.The meat is dry aged for up to 90 days to add flavour, increase tenderness then the beef cooked on a charcoal grill, specially designed to give a subtle smoky flavour. Our fantastic food offering is matched by an extensive wine list from around the world and exceptional cocktail list. Open 7 days for lunch, dinner and Sunday roast! We have another Chop House in Bruntsfield & Leith
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6. Le Bistrot
4.6
Exceptional(1816)
Price: Moderate
• French • Edinburgh
Booked 11 times today
The famous Le Bistrot is ready to welcome you! Located at the new House of France on the Royal Mile (former Lothian Chambers), we aim to provide you with a friendly and authentic French experience, filled with passion and love in what we are doing.Open every day from breakfast to dinner, we are there for everyone to feel like in France, in fantastic surroundings!
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7. Eve
4.2
Awesome(158)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Old Town
Booked 2 times today
Eve is the place to be for birthday celebrations! Reviewers rave about the attentive and helpful staff who make the day special. One even mentioned a complimentary glass of prosecco for their birthday. The fun atmosphere, delicious food, and excellent service all contribute to an unforgettable birthday celebration at Eve.
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8. Juniper Bar
4.4
Awesome(245)
Price: Moderate
• International • Edinburgh
A city-centre cocktail bar serving classic and bespoke cocktails made with premium spirits, with a backdrop of stunning views across the city of Edinburgh.For the gin drinkers, the whisky connoisseurs, the cocktail fanatics, and those who just want to relax with good company and good drinks, you are sure to find something to suit at Juniper. Our bar is always stocked with an impressive selection of premium spirits, from well-known and much-loved classics to more unusual brands. We offer a particularly extensive range of gins, as well as malts from across Scotland.Flames and all – our cocktails are guaranteed to impress! We give classic cocktails an experimental twist and use premium ingredients to deliver an unforgettable experience. Our bespoke cocktails are hand crafted and unique, combining the very best of premium spirits with the skills of our dedicated bar team. We also serve a wide range of wines, beers, spirits, and soft drinks.
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9. Hard Rock Cafe - Edinburgh
4.4
Awesome(4691)
Price: Moderate
• American • New Town
Booked 55 times today
Hard Rock Cafe is a global phenomenon with 185 cafes that are visited by nearly 80 million guests each year. The first Hard Rock Cafe opened on June 14, 1971, in London, England, and from there the brand has expanded to major cities and exotic locations around the world.
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10. Greenwoods
4.7
Exceptional(1158)
Price: Moderate
• Breakfast • New Town
Booked 29 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)?
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  • Lynsey
    Angus/Fife •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    We had a lovely visit to Nor Loft. David in particular was lovely. We visited for my husbands birthday and he really went over and above to make the occasion special. He’s a credit to the place. We’ll definitely be back :)
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    Nor' LoftPrice: Moderate• Scottish• The Royal Mile
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    4.6
  • Paul
    Edinburgh/Midlothian •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Excellent venue, really enjoyed the drink at the bar before taking our table. Service was great and the steak was done exactly as we ordered. A bit disappointed by the sauces, they were a little watery/thin. Over all a lovely night, would definitely go back.
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    Chop House Market StreetPrice: Expensive• Steak• Edinburgh
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    4
  • Joseph
    Manchester/Greater Manchester •4 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    Bella our waitress is what made the evening a very good experience tbh she was friendly and helpful hardworking and we had a good laugh with her . Atmosphere was a little louder than we expected but still an overall good night for valentines night . The valentines menu was a good mix of light starters and deserts with a good size sharing meal for 2 as a main ! Service was exceptional Bella deserves a pay rise 😊
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    Gaucho EdinburghPrice: Expensive• Steak• Edinburgh
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    4.6
  • ChristopherVIP
    Edinburgh/Midlothian •7 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    Overall really great meal, got the wrong starter to begin but was corrected quickly and got a free glass of wine. All the food was delicious and the staff were friendly. Definitely will be going back at some point
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    MerchantsPrice: Expensive• Scottish• Old Town
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    4.7
  • LAURE
    New York City •3 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Dec 23, 2024
    Always so nice and friendly Good food and nice atmosphere
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    MonteithsPrice: Expensive• Scottish• The Royal Mile
    •
    4.6

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