Nor' Loft

Name: Nor' Loft
Address: 6 Market St, Edinburgh, Midlothian, United Kingdom, EH1 1DE
Telephone: 0131 322 9229
Price range: £25 and under
Rating: 4.6

4.6

411 Reviews

£25 and under

Scottish

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2 people

Dec 19, 2024

7:00 p.m.

Booked 17 times today

Experiences are available.

Great for scenic views
Good for special occasions
Great for creative cocktails

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.

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
£25 and under
Cuisines
Scottish, Tapas / Small Plates, Contemporary British
Hours of Operation
Mon–Thu 12:00 pm–11:00 pm Fri 12:00 pm–12:00 am Sat 12:30 pm–12:00 am Sun 12:30 pm–11:00 pm
Phone number
0131 322 9229
Website
https://www.marketstreethotel.co.uk/norloft
Payment Options
AMEX, Cash not accepted, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual

Location
6 Market St, Edinburgh, Midlothian EH1 1DE
Neighbourhood
The Royal Mile
Parking details
None
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

Cheese Fondue
£72.00 per party
Sep 1, 2024 - Feb 28, 2025
An indulgent mixture of our signature beer, Menabrea and smoked cheddar cheese our savoury fondue is accompanied by a delicious range of bite sized delights, including rosemary roasted potatoes, oregano and basil meatballs and smoked salmon babka. Our fondue is £72.00 for two people and is served from Sunday - Thursday 12-8pm and Fridays from 12-5.30pm, subject to availability. Unfortunately, we cannot cater to dietary requirements within this experience. Please note, bookings must be made 24 hours in advance and non-refundable pre-payment required.
Festive Afternoon Tea
£65.00 per party
Nov 13, 2024 - Dec 24, 2024
Ditch the cucumber sandwiches and victoria sponge and instead indulge in seasonal sausage rolls, tartlets and babka followed by mulled wine & pistachio battenberg cake, coconut & mango snowballs and mince pie scones paired with locally roasted Gordon Street Coffee or Canton Loose Leaf Teas. Our Festive Afternoon Tea is £65 for two and is available between 12pm - 5:30pm Sunday to Friday and Saturday 12pm – 4pm. Unfortunately, we cannot cater to dietary requirements within this experience. Please note, advance booking is essential and payment is required 24 hours prior to secure your booking.

What 411 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.3Food
4.6Service
4.7Ambience
4.2Value

Noise • Energetic

Loved For

Edinburgh/Midlothian
Great for creative cocktails
Edinburgh/Midlothian
Great for fine wines
Edinburgh/Midlothian
Great for outdoor dining
Edinburgh/Midlothian
Romantic
Edinburgh/Midlothian
Great for scenic views
Edinburgh
Best Ambience
Edinburgh
Great for creative cocktails
Edinburgh
Great for fine wines
Edinburgh
Great for outdoor dining
Edinburgh
Romantic
Edinburgh
Great for scenic views

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Nor' Loft offers an "amazing experience" with its breathtaking city views and superb cocktails. Guests rave about the "friendly and attentive staff" who provide outstanding service. While more bar than restaurant, its atmosphere and drink selection are top-notch. Perfect for special occasions, this hidden gem leaves visitors eager to return.

411 Reviews

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Susan
Edinburgh
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great service, big guy from Czechoslovakia was brilliant, cheers
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niena
VIP
Edinburgh
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always lovely here the staff are amazing and always fe at home 🩷
Nor' LoftResponded 6 days ago
Dear Niena, thank you so much for the fantastic review. I will be sure to pass on your lovely feedback to our whole team and we hope to see you again soon! Best wishes, Katie.
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Ann
New York City
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on December 8, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Lovely and relaxed place to have a drink. Service excellent. Great viewpoint for all the Xmas lights. Highly recommend
Nor' LoftResponded 6 days ago
Dear Ann, thank you so much for taking the time to leave such a fantastic review. We are thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your recent visit to Nor' Loft and we hope to welcome you back again in the future! Best wishes, Katie.
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Julie
Edinburgh
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 7, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Lovely bar - gorgeous surroundings. Staff are very attentive Would be nice to be able to book a longer slot to visit but apart from that highly recommend
Nor' LoftResponded 6 days ago
Dear Julie, thank you so much for the fantastic five-star review. We are thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your recent visit to Nor' Loft and we hope to see you again soon! Best wishes, Katie
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Sandra
Perthshire
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 7, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a lovely time. Place is Fabulous. It was my son's birthday and we we kindly given chocolates and a card. That was so nice . Thank you for such a lovely experience
Nor' LoftResponded 6 days ago
Dear Sandra, thank you so much for the fantastic five-star review. We are delighted to hear that our team could help make your son's birthday visit so special and we hope to see you again soon! Best wishes, Katie.
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Linsey
Edinburgh
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 6, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
A lovely pre-Christmas treat to have a few drinks. Cocktails were delicious especially the festive special ‘Nollaig’!
Nor' LoftResponded 6 days ago
Dear Linsey, thank you so much for taking the time to leave such a fantastic review. We are thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our festive cocktails and we hope to see you again soon! Best wishes, Katie
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Shirley
VIP
Edinburgh
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on December 6, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful afternoon at the Nor Loft. It never disappoints. Great vibe, great food and drink and great staff.
Nor' LoftResponded 6 days ago
Dear Shirley, thank you so much for taking the time to leave such a fantastic review, we are thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your recent visit to Nor' Loft and we hope to welcome you back again soon! Best wishes, Katie.
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Laura
Edinburgh
2 reviews
2.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 5, 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 3
It was nice, but it wasn't really value for money I feel it was actually very expensive for what you got - especially the savouries. I have had better afternoon teas and I would be put off going back. I also wanted more tea, but I felt I was ignored by the staff.
Nor' LoftResponded 6 days ago
Dear Laura, thank you for taking the time to leave a review. We are sorry to hear that you were disappointed with your recent visit to Nor' Loft and we appreciate your feedback which we will take on board. We hope to welcome you back again in the future. Best wishes, Katie.
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JULIE
London
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 4, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Lovely bar with exceptional views. We had a lovely table beside the fire. Drinks were gorgeous and food lovely.
Nor' LoftResponded on December 5, 2024
Dear Julie, thank you so much for the wonderful five-star review. We are thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the views and your drinks during your visit and we hope to welcome you back again in the future. Best wishes, Katie
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Fiona
New York City
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 1, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Lovely relaxed comfortable with lovely view over festivities.
Nor' LoftResponded on December 5, 2024
Dear Fiona, thank you so much for the fantastic review. We are thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your recent visit to Nor' Loft and we hope to see you again soon! Best wishes, Katie
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FAQs

Nor' Loft is rated 4.6 stars by 411 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 19, 2024

7:00 p.m.

Booked 17 times today

Experiences are available.

6 Market St, Edinburgh, Midlothian EH1 1DE

Dining areas

Additional information

Neighbourhood
The Royal Mile
Hours of Operation
Mon–Thu 12:00 pm–11:00 pm Fri 12:00 pm–12:00 am Sat 12:30 pm–12:00 am Sun 12:30 pm–11:00 pm
Price
£25 and under
Cuisines
Scottish, Tapas / Small Plates, Contemporary British
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
None
Payment Options
AMEX, Cash not accepted, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://www.marketstreethotel.co.uk/norloft
Phone number
0131 322 9229

Nor' Loft

Make a reservation

Dining areas

Additional information

Experiences

Cheese Fondue

Festive Afternoon Tea

Menu

What 411 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Review summary

FAQs

How is Nor' Loft restaurant rated?

Is Nor' Loft currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Dining areas

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