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1. The Ivy on the Square

4.4

Awesome(13581)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary British • Old Town

Booked 124 times today

Located in the heart of Edinburgh, The Ivy on the Square is an all-day British brasserie serving modern British and international Ivy-inspired classics.

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2. Hawksmoor Edinburgh

4.5

Awesome(5694)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Edinburgh

Booked 81 times today

In Edinburgh, Hawksmoor draws on the amazing produce that Scotland has to offer, featuring seafood from around the coast and beef from grass-fed native breed cattle. Private dining areas available.

3. Gaucho Edinburgh

4.6

Exceptional(3161)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Steak • Edinburgh

Booked 43 times today

This Mother’s Day, treat your Mum to an unforgettable dining experience at Gaucho. Tuck into a traditional Sunday Roast with an Argentine twist, or dine from our delicious à la carte menu, accompanied by an extensive selection of wines from Argentina and beyond. Just a short stroll from Waverley Station and steps from St. Andrew Square, Gaucho Edinburgh is our first restaurant in Scotland, bringing the finest free-range, grass-fed Aberdeen Angus beef from Argentina to the heart of the city. We proudly celebrate Scottish produce, working with Campbell’s Meats, the world-renowned IJ Mellis cheesemonger and Mark Murphy fruit and vegetables. Of course, we have a cocktail using Irn Bru and are pleased to serve Stewart’s Craft Lager, brewed out of Loanhead.

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4. Bread Street Kitchen & Bar — Edinburgh

4.0

Excellent(784)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• British • New Town

Booked 30 times today

Located on St Andrew Square, Bread Street Kitchen is a modern all-day restaurant between Princes Street and Queen Street - the perfect place for a get together with friends, family, colleagues, or even a treat for yourself. Don't miss our classic Gordon Ramsay dishes, from Beef Wellington and traditional fish & chips, to rare-breed steaks and delicious seasonal salads. We also have some exciting Scottish inspired dishes on the menu. Plus, try our amazing cocktails, drinks and wine lists. We can't wait to welcome you to our restaurant and bar - you can join us for lunch, dinner and late night drinks 7 days a week.

5. Scran New Town

4.6

Exceptional(22)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Breakfast • Edinburgh

Booked 12 times today

Scran New Town is the perfect spot for a brunch experience that is as lively as it is delicious. Our brunch menu celebrates fresh, local ingredients, blending classic favorites with unique twists to create dishes that surprise and satisfy. But what truly sets our brunch apart is the option to go ‘boozy’ enjoy brunch with a delightful selection of cocktails crafted to kickstart your day with style, from mimosas to Bloody Marys and beyond. It’s brunch, but with a spirited touch that makes any morning or weekend gathering a little extra special.

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6. Haute Dolci Edinburgh

4.4

Awesome(287)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Dessert • New Town

Booked 31 times today

Indulge in a luxurious dessert experience at Haute Dolci Edinburgh, situated in the bustling St James Quarter. With 90 elegant seats, the charming pink, blue, and white interiors create an inviting atmosphere for dessert lovers. Relish in the delightful fusion of brunch and dessert offerings, perfect for locals and destination shoppers alike

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7. The Mussel and Steak Bar

4.7

Exceptional(558)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Scottish • Old Town

Booked 11 times today

The Mussel & Steak Bar is dedicated to serving high quality, fresh and locally sourced seafood & steaks, with warm service and welcoming surroundings. Our restaurant is located at the bottom of Victoria Street in the heart of Edinburgh's Old Town, just a few steps from the historic Royal Mile. While enjoying the best mussels, oysters and steaks that Scotland has to offer, you can catch a glimpse of Edinburgh Castle from our window.Our menu features classic seafood and steak favourites with seasonal Scottish specialties: fresh oysters, kilo pots of steamed mussels, shellfish platters and delicious matured Scotch beef steaks. Sourced from the West to North coast of Scotland you can expect to find seafood specials of lobsters, crabs, langoustines and scallops.

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8. Cafe Royal - Edinburgh

4.3

Awesome(1504)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Continental • Edinburgh

Booked 32 times today

Edinburgh's hidden gem! Traditional oyster bar and restaurant serving fine food and a great selection of continental lagers, beers and local ales.We're proud of our history without being complacent and we love to see a happy customer. We've always focused on making our pub unique and we are sure you will notice. So pull up a seat, take a tour round our pub and discover what sets us apart from the rest.** Please note all bookings are for our restaurant, we offer first come first served for drinks in our bar area.*** Please note due to licencing restrictions under 18's are not permitted in the main bar, we can seat under 18's and over 5's in the restaurant for dining. We cannot allow under 18's in the restaurant after 10pm.**** As we are a listed building we do not have Accessible toilets on the ground floor.

9. Le Bistrot

4.6

Exceptional(1834)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• French • Edinburgh

Booked 12 times today

The famous Le Bistrot is ready to welcome you! Located at the new House of France on the Royal Mile (former Lothian Chambers), we aim to provide you with a friendly and authentic French experience, filled with passion and love in what we are doing.Open every day from breakfast to dinner, we are there for everyone to feel like in France, in fantastic surroundings!

10. Whiski Rooms

4.6

Exceptional(2389)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Scottish • Old Town

Booked 9 times today

Award Winning Whiski Rooms is located just off the Royal Mile on the prestigious mound. Our restaurant serves food all day which is freshly prepared using the best locally sourced produce. We have an extensive cocktail list, wine, and craft beer and a great whisky selection. Whiski Rooms has a reputation as being one of the best restaurants in Edinburgh, one of the best Whisky Bars in the world, the first Ardbeg Embassy in the UK, a whisky and gift shop, and a tasting room for daily whisky tastings.Whiski Rooms is located off the Royal Mile in the city centre looking over Princess Street where you will experience traditional Scottish food.

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Paul
Edinburgh/Midlothian •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
From start to finish the staff wouldn't do enough for us. The place has atmosphere and class as well as top notch food. Will return when we're back in the area
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Hawksmoor EdinburghPrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Edinburgh
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4.5
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Pauline
Perthshire/Stirlingshire •4 reviews
4.0
Dined 3 days ago
Welcoming place with friendly staff. Food was good as long as you're not vegetarian, too little choice as well.
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Scran New TownPrice: Moderate• Breakfast• Edinburgh
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4.6
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Gloucestershire/Wiltshire •1 review
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Good food and excellent service On the pricey side but worth it
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Gaucho EdinburghPrice: Expensive• Steak• Edinburgh
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4.6
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Las Vegas •1 review
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Excellent as always, staff were attentive, food was lovely and atmosphere was wonderful, just what was needed after a fantastic result at Murrayfield
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The Ivy on the SquarePrice: Expensive• Contemporary British• Old Town
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4.4
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Ellis
London •1 review
5.0
Dined on Feb 26, 2025
Especially recommend the wagyu meatballs and the chocolate fondant. The strawberry spritz was awesome 😍😍
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Bread Street Kitchen & Bar — EdinburghPrice: Moderate• British• New Town
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