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Profile - Merchants, Edinburgh, Edinburgh

Merchants

4.7
4.7
89 Reviews
£26 to £40
Scottish

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 3 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Good for groups
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.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    Scottish, British, European
  • Hours of Operation
    Thu–Sat 6:00 pm–12:00 am
  • Phone number
    0131 225 4009
  • Payment Options
    Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress

Experiences

  • Thursday Set Menu - 2 Crs £25.50 or 3 Crs £32.50

    £25.50 - £32.50 per person

    Nov 5, 2024 - Nov 30, 2024
    £25.50 for 2 courses or £32.50 for 3 courses.
    Thursday Set Menu - 2 Crs £25.50 or 3 Crs £32.50 photo
  • Festive Set Menu

    £39.50 per person

    Dec 1, 2024 - Dec 24, 2024
    Enjoy the magic of the season with our Festive Set Menu. Lunch - two courses for £25.50 or three for £34.50 Dinner - two courses for £30.50 or three for £39.50 Available 1st December to 24th December (inclusive) We kindly ask tables of 10+ to either place a request through our website or email at hello@merchantsrestaurant.co.uk
  • Christmas Day Set Menu

    £80.00 per person

    Nov 24, 2024 - Dec 26, 2024
    Come an enjoy Christmas Day with us and delight in our locally sourced festive dishes and seasonal cocktails. 3 Courses - including a complimentary glass of Prosecco on arrival. We kindly ask tables of 10+ to either place a request through our website or email at hello@merchantsrestaurant.co.uk

What 89 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
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.6Value

NoiseEnergetic

Loved For

  • Edinburgh/Midlothian

    Good for business meals

  • Edinburgh/Midlothian

    Gluten-free-friendly

  • Edinburgh/Midlothian

    Good for groups

  • Edinburgh

    Good for business meals

  • Edinburgh

    Gluten-free-friendly

  • Edinburgh

    Good for groups

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Merchants offers a delightful dining experience with "excellent food" and "exceptional service." Guests rave about the "friendly and attentive staff" and the restaurant's charming ambiance. The menu caters to various dietary needs, ensuring a satisfying experience for all. Located in a beautiful setting, it's a "hidden gem" worth visiting again.

89 Reviews
  1. Robert

    Atlanta Metro

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful food and service. I would highly recommend this restaurant. From the entrees to the dessert the experience was fabulous.

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  2. Lucy

    Edinburgh

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    This was one of the best meals we have ever had. The steak medallions dinner was so tasty and the various pudding we shared were brilliant too. It was great value for money. We would 100% recommend this place to anyone who asks.

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  3. Rathi

    London

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great food, service was amazing, particularly Logan. Would recommend!

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  4. Douglas

    Berkshire

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on November 16, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic food, great service. From the Haggis Spring roll to the Chocolate pave each course was superb. Decent and well priced wine list too. A great date night for my wife and I.

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  5. Jan

    Edinburgh

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 9, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Just a delightful meal - all the options we had were excellent. Great taste; sophisticated blends; good size portions and excellent value. Never been before - it won't be our last!!

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  6. Cody

    Charleston

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 9, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a great experience! Logan took excellent care of us and was very enthusiastic about recommendations when asked. The food and drinks were amazing! There were six of us and the seating was comfortable and the ambience at night was wonderful. Highly recommend!

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  7. Iain

    Edinburgh

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 1, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A fabulous evening from start to finish, Kirsty and her team were so attentive. The food was delicious and beautifully presented. Can’t recommend Merchants enough. The best Cranachan ever . We will be back

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  8. Paul

    Dublin

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 1, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Superb experience . Great food and friendly service

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  9. Fabrice

    Edinburgh

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 31, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very good food and quality for value (set menu on Thursday); service was quick and friendly ; 2 flats: no bread left when asked to the staff, the wine was horrendous (tried the South African and French) => the restaurant would win a lot to have some good quality for value wines on the menu

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  10. Sam

    London

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on October 24, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing food, great service and very good value, no complaints!

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FAQs

Merchants is rated 4.7 stars by 89 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 3 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Merchants

17 Merchant Street, Edinburgh, Edinburgh EH1 2QD

Additional information

  • Neighbourhood
    Old Town
  • Hours of Operation
    Thu–Sat 6:00 pm–12:00 am
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    Scottish, British, European
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment Options
    Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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