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Since 1962 Hendersons has been one of Edinburgh’s vegetarian hotspots. Having started out as an outlet for Mac and Janet’s farm produce, Hendersons is now a fully fledged vegetarian and vegan restaurant, serving Edinburgh’s foodies locally and ethically sourced produce. Over the decades, Hendersons has grown rapidly and now ...
View full reviewAfter 21 years in the business, this intimate restaurant certainly knows the way to a diner's heart. Its picturesque location impresses from the outset. Just moments from Edinburgh Castle on a cobbled street, and housed in a historic building with candlelit alcoves, the experience is confirmed as special before you've even glanced a...
View full reviewA landmark on Edinburgh's café and bar scene, Joseph Pearce is quirky and stylish, serving delicious, wholesome Swedish food - using nothing but the very best local ingredients. All dishes are prepared from scratch on the premises and, with a regularly changing menu, there's something to suit all tastes. If you've a craving f...
View full reviewTucked away in the Old Town, this cosy, shabby-chic bar and restaurant offers an eclectic selection of food, cocktails, wines and beers that will tempt any visitor. The ambitious kitchen incorporates influences from around the world into the menu, and meals are prepared using top-quality, locally sourced, seasonal ingredients. Hero ...
View full reviewStep into Casa Angelina and you could be forgiven for thinking you have stepped back in time to the 1940s. The interior has a charmingly nostalgic feel, blending well-chosen antique furniture with contemporary touches, and the café is rapidly gaining a reputation for its vintage tea parties. Owner Marie Claire Semeraro is a t...
View full reviewNorman and Lynn MacLeod invite you to enjoy the intimate atmosphere of their attractive family-run bistro. Set just below Edinburgh Castle, near the top of the Royal Mile, it boasts a popular garden terrace offering panoramic views over the rooftops of Old Town Edinburgh. On the freshly cooked, varied menu you'll find a succulent se...
View full reviewIn view of Edinburgh Castle, and in the midst of this historic city, sits Edinburgh’s longest-established Thai restaurant. This delightful family-run restaurant was one of the first to open in Edinburgh (back in 1996) and, since relocating to Johnston Terrace in 2005, it has grown in success. The restaurant is modern, uncluttere...
View full reviewTucked away in an unassuming corner just off Rose Street, The New York Steam Packet is surely one of Edinburgh's best-kept secrets. Once inside, the intimate setting works perfectly, with the open kitchen allowing diners to see the jolly chefs hard at work. There is something to please everyone on the starters list; I opted for the...
View full reviewHoused inside a converted 19th-century church, Frankenstein takes inspiration from all your favourite horror movies. A quirky pub serving a fusion of American and Scottish cuisine, this is a great place to stop for some food during the day, while at night the space is transformed into a lively events venue, com...
View full reviewLocated in a historic 16th century building at the gates of Edinburgh Castle, James Thomson's Witchery is the most atmospheric and spectacular dining destination in the city. A unique setting, stunning interiors and superlative food, wine and service combine to create memorable dining experiences for locals, visitors and celebrities ...
View full reviewThe Rosehip offers genuinely friendly and relaxed service against a backdrop of vintage decor and the sounds of clinking antique crockery and chilled out-tunes. A recent change in management has brought about a new direction focused on supremely fresh, high-quality specials and classic main meals, whilst keeping the popular generous...
View full reviewSeafood is the main attraction at Mussel Inn. I suggest you dive straight in with crab salad. Succulent claw meat is well-matched with pea shoot, fennel and orange, with chilli dressing. Choosing from the extensive selection of main dishes can be difficult. Oysters hailing from the Scottish west coast can be ordered in multiple po...
View full reviewRecently voted 'The Best Italian Restaurant in Scotland 2009' at the Scottish Restaurant Awards, Bella Mbriana is a smooth mix of traditional and contemporary Italian food; bringing a tempting Neapolitan taste to Scotland. Bella Mbriana's location in Edinburgh's cosmopolitan New Town is the perfect setting for such a vibrant moder...
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Contemporary yet plush, The Riparian Rooms is ideal for drinkers and diners alike. On the culinary front it more than delivers, offering up fresh Scottish produce, expertly prepared. Open from 10am, The Riparian Rooms is a great place to pop in for a spot of breakfast....
View full reviewTucked under stone vaults in a surprisingly cosy corner of the vast National Museum of Scotland, the Museum Brasserie offers respite and fresh seasonal food for those with empty bellies and tired feet from exploring one of Scotland’s finest museums. Visit Scotland has awarded the lunch menu a Taste Our Best rating and it’s ea...
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