Hawksmoor Edinburgh

Yes, Hawksmoor Edinburgh is a popular choice for a date night. Guests praise the stylish, low-lit dining room, polished service and cocktails, and standout steaks that make it feel special without being overly formal. It’s often recommended for anniversaries, celebrations and pre-theatre meals. If you want a quieter table, request a booth or an early seating when you book. Expect a buzzy, warm atmosphere and higher-end prices appropriate for a treat night out.

Portions are generally generous for mains and sides, steaks are served by weight (including large sharing cuts like chateaubriand) and many guests report being well satisfied after a steak with a couple of sides. Some guests note sides can be small or ordered separately, so plan for an extra side or two if you want more veg or chips. Sharing a large steak between two or more people is common and works well.

Hawksmoor Edinburgh is open most days with slightly extended weekend hours. Current hours are: Mon–Thu 12:00–21:30; Fri–Sat 12:00–22:00; Sun 11:45–21:00. If you’re planning a special booking (private dining or a large party) it’s a good idea to call ahead.

Family-friendly seating is available, guests frequently celebrate birthdays and visit with children, teens and older family members. The team is also happy to move guests to quieter tables on request and they offer booths and bar seating. Specific accessibility features (ramps, accessible toilets) aren’t listed in the information provided, so call ahead if you need wheelchair access or other accommodations.

For a quieter, good-value visit try weekday lunch or the set lunch/pre-theatre menus, guests highlight the lunch menu and Monday BYOB as particularly good value and less busy. If you want the full Sunday roast experience, go early (it’s very popular). Evenings and weekends are buzzy and lively, great for date nights or celebrations but expect it to be busy.

Hawksmoor offers a mix of seating: cosy booths, bar seating and private dining areas for larger groups or special events. Guests often mention being moved to booths or quieter areas when requested, and the restaurant accepts large parties, making it suitable for celebrations and business dinners.

The ambience is stylish and buzzy, a historic bank building with low lighting and a warm, lively feel. Guests often describe it as perfect for special occasions but note it can get noisy at peak times due to high ceilings and hard surfaces. Overall the tone is relaxed but polished, ideal for steak dinners, cocktails and celebrations.

The dress code is casual, guests typically dress smart-casual for the relaxed yet polished setting. If you’re attending a special celebration, smart-casual attire is common and fits the room’s stylish atmosphere.

Yes, the team is used to handling special requests. Guests frequently report the staff helping with birthday touches, dietary needs, quiet tables and requests for special seating. For private dining, large parties or accessibility needs, call ahead so the restaurant can prepare and personalise your visit.

Families do dine here, guests regularly bring teens and celebrate birthdays with children. The focus is on steaks and seafood rather than a children’s menu, though many parents report the staff being accommodating. For younger children consider an early seating, a booth or private dining and call ahead to check menu flexibility.

There’s no public mention of a formal waiting list in the available information, but Hawksmoor is often fully booked at peak times. Guests recommend booking ahead for weekends, Sunday roast and special dates. If you arrive without a reservation you may face a wait; calling in advance is wise during busy periods.

Busiest: weekend evenings and Sunday for the famed Sunday roast, guests frequently report a lively, busy dining room. Quietest: weekday lunchtimes and Monday (notably the BYOB offer), plus during off-peak midweek hours when set-lunch and pre-theatre menus make for a calmer experience.

It depends on your goal: for a lively, celebratory evening choose Friday/Saturday or Sunday roast; for value and a quieter visit pick weekday lunch or the Monday BYOB/set-lunch offers. Guests particularly praise the lunch set menu and Monday BYOB as excellent value and less crowded.

Yes, Hawksmoor Edinburgh offers private dining areas and can accommodate large parties. Guests report using the venue for birthdays, special occasions and larger group bookings; contact the restaurant to reserve private rooms and discuss menus or special requests.

Yes, staff have accommodated an emotional support dog and provided water and a blanket for the animal, so service animals and similar needs are treated considerately. For pet visits (non-service animals) always call ahead to confirm current policy and suitable seating.

The team has shown they’ll accommodate an emotional support dog, but there isn’t a formal public policy listed about general dog-friendly outdoor/indoor dining. If you plan to bring a pet dog, call ahead to confirm availability and suitable seating, the staff are described as helpful and willing to assist.

Hawksmoor Edinburgh is rated 4.6 stars by 6478 OpenTable diners.

Hawksmoor Edinburgh does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.