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Forage & Chatter, Edinburgh,

Forage & Chatter

4.7
4.7
1951 Reviews
£26 to £40
Scottish

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 2 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Neighbourhood gem
A consistent multi award winning Restaurant Forage & Chatter in Edinburgh boasts the best locally sourced and foraged produce, nestled in Edinburgh's West End. A experience you will not forget. Come and visit us!

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    Scottish, Seafood
  • Hours of Operation
    Tue–Sat 5:30 pm–9:00 pm Sat 12:00 pm–2:00 pm
  • Phone number
    0131 225 4599
  • Website
    http://forageandchatter.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Location
    1A Alva Street, Edinburgh, EH2 4PH
  • Neighbourhood
    Edinburgh
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    10 minutes walk to Haymarket Station15 minutes from Waverley Station2 minutes from West side of Princess Street
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Outdoor Smoking Area, Private Room, Wine

Menu

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What 1,951 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.5Value

Noise • Energetic

Loved For

  • Edinburgh/Midlothian

    Best Ambience

  • Edinburgh/Midlothian

    Innovative

  • Edinburgh/Midlothian

    Great for fine wines

  • Edinburgh/Midlothian

    Good for special occasions

  • Edinburgh/Midlothian

    Scottish

  • Edinburgh

    Best Ambience

  • Edinburgh

    Best Value

  • Edinburgh

    Innovative

  • Edinburgh

    Great for fine wines

  • Edinburgh

    Good for special occasions

  • Edinburgh

    Scottish

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Forage & Chatter offers a delightful dining experience with "outstanding food and service." The ambiance is cozy yet refined, perfect for special occasions. Guests rave about the "exceptional beef tartare" and attentive service, notably from staff like Leo, Camille, and Matthew. The menu, though limited, is thoughtfully curated and frequently updated with local ingredients. Highly recommended for anyone visiting Edinburgh.

1,951 Reviews

  1. Peter

    Greater Boston

    4 reviews

    3.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    Had heard very good reports but were quite disappointed. Saw afterwards from others that it has gone down in quality, maybe since a change in ownership? Need to improve service

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  2. Sarah

    Edinburgh

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 14, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Went out as a group of four to celebrate my brother in-laws birthday and cannot fault anything. Staff were warm and welcoming, service was great, food was delicious and plentiful, music and ambiance were excellent. A lovely and relaxed evening was had by all, no sense that they were trying to rush you out the door- we were the last customers to leave. Will definitely return.

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  3. Anna

    London

    5 reviews

    2.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on December 14, 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 2
    Disappointed with our meal at Forage and Chatter as it was not up to the usual standard. Service was poor and food was very average. Lack of knowledge on allergies (nut and gluten) and overall a frustrating and underwhelming experience. After eating we looked up and realised there has been a change of management - this explains things. We will not be back as the standard of food and service no longer merits the price. A shame as this was our favourite place to eat.

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  4. Michael

    Edinburgh

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 13, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic food, but just feels a little pricey and you don’t get a lot for what you pay for.

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  5. Elaine

    Manchester

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on December 7, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Outstanding food, service, and wines. We visit here every time we’re up in Edinburgh. A hidden secret that’s not to be missed. Can’t recommend highly enough!

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  6. Linda

    Edinburgh

    15 reviews

    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on December 7, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food which is beautifully presented. Served by polite and considerate staff. Always such a pleasure to visit.

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  7. Catherine

    Edinburgh

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 6, 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 2
    Mmm. Been here before and enjoyed. This time not so good. Service a bit chaotic. Portion sizes very small. Disingenuous charging

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  8. Anna

    Edinburgh

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on November 30, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A lovely restaurant with great food, service and ambience.

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  9. David

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 28, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Restaurant is small place, below street level just off street corner so easy to miss. Good service but slow. We ordered dessert took too long to wait, so we canceled. The food okay but nothing extraordinary. The staff is kind. FYI - a $35 Euro hold per person required for reservation, and charges apply if you cannot make it.

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  10. Keith

    Edinburgh

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 27, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Short menu but food was excellent, very friendly staff. Small with good background music, a most enjoyable experience all round.

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FAQs

Forage & Chatter is rated 4.7 stars by 1951 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 2 times today
Google Map for Forage & Chatter

1A Alva Street, Edinburgh, EH2 4PH

Additional information

  • Neighbourhood
    Edinburgh
  • Hours of Operation
    Tue–Sat 5:30 pm–9:00 pm Sat 12:00 pm–2:00 pm
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    Scottish, Seafood
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    10 minutes walk to Haymarket Station15 minutes from Waverley Station2 minutes from West side of Princess Street
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Outdoor Smoking Area, Private Room, Wine
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