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Nor' Loft, Edinburgh, Midlothian

Nor' Loft

4.6
4.6
409 Reviews
£25 and under
Scottish
A photo of Nor' Loft restaurant

Nor' Loft

4.6
£25 and under
Scottish
The Royal Mile

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 24 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.
    Cheese Fondue photo

  • 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.
    Festive Afternoon Tea photo

Menu

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What 409 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.

409 Reviews

  1. Ann

    New York City

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    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

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  2. Julie

    Edinburgh

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    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

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  3. Sandra

    Perthshire

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    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

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  4. Linsey

    Edinburgh

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    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’!

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  5. Shirley

    Edinburgh

    10 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    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.

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  6. Laura

    Edinburgh

    2 reviews

    2.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    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.

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  7. 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 7 days ago
    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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  8. 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 7 days ago
    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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  9. Andrew

    Edinburgh

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 30, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic place, the views were stunning from the balcony
    Nor' LoftResponded 7 days ago
    Dear Andrew, thank you so much for the wonderful review. We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed the views of Edinburgh during your visit and we hope to welcome you back again in the future! Best wishes, Katie.

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  10. Santiago

    Edinburgh

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 27, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Nor Loft is always an amazing experience to enjoy
    Nor' LoftResponded 7 days ago
    Dear Santiago, 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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FAQs

Nor' Loft is rated 4.6 stars by 409 OpenTable diners.

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A photo of Nor' Loft restaurant

Nor' Loft

4.6
£25 and under
Scottish
The Royal Mile

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 24 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Nor' Loft

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
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