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1. Cold Town House

4.4

Awesome(1879)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Brewery • Edinburgh

Booked 37 times today

Craft beer brewed on-site, delicious Neapolitan pizzas and one of the best views of Edinburgh Castle from our Rooftop Terrace. Cold Town House is where it’s happening!Best Beer Bar Winner at the Scottish Beer Awards 2021 & National Pizza Awards Finalist 2021! *Live Bar & Taproom- Drink the freshest Cold Town Beer straight from our tanks. With live music, amazing food and an electric energy, its the perfect spot to drink, dance and make unforgettable memories.- Dog Friendly!*Brewery & Pizza Floor-Relax in the comfort of our Brewery & Pizza floor, watch our artisan pizzas come together all while sipping on the freshest beer from our Microbrewery.*Rooftop Terrace–Cocktails, cold pints, and epic Edinburgh Castle views! Soak up the atmosphere, sip in style, and make the most of our iconic rooftop—whatever the weather!Last bookings for food are at 8.45pm, later bookings will only be for drinks. Please note that our Terrace closes at 10pm daily.Walk-ins welcome!

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2. The Mussel and Steak Bar

4.8

Exceptional(607)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Scottish • Old Town

Booked 18 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.

3. Le Bistrot

4.6

Exceptional(1879)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• French • Edinburgh

Booked 13 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!

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4. Angels with Bagpipes

4.6

Exceptional(4332)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Scottish • Old Town

Booked 17 times today

Having opened its doors in 2010, Angels with Bagpipes quickly established itself as one of the finest restaurants to have graced Edinburgh’s most iconic and historic street, The Royal Mile. With upmost pride in sourcing fresh Scottish ingredients.Mixing an atmospheric Old Town setting with chic, contemporary looks, the restaurant reflects many of the city’s most defining features. With a humble facade nestled in the beautiful 17th century building, rich tones of bronze and marble cascade throughout the two tiers of Angels with Bagpipes.Angels with Bagpipe’s kitchen has gained a glowing reputation in a city abundant with restaurants of the highest standards. Sourcing the best produce and ingredients, allowing the quality to shine through their elegant dishes. By blending innovative and traditional techniques, their menu is fresh and exciting throughout all seasons

5. Whiski Rooms

4.6

Exceptional(2395)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Scottish • Old Town

Booked 10 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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6. Commons Club Bar & Restaurant

4.6

Exceptional(109)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Scottish • Old Town

Booked 2 times today

The Commons Club Restaurant offers the best bites in Scotland. Where every plate is a culinary journey – from the cobbled streets of Edinburgh to the wild heart of the Highlands. Here, everyone ends their meal with an empty plate and a full heart.

7. Merchants

4.7

Exceptional(138)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Scottish • Old Town

Booked 1 time today

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. Most importantly, we are dog friendly.

8. The Black Bull

4.6

Exceptional(253)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Scottish • Old Town

No bull, no fuss and no muss - just a good Scottish pub.We serve up scran (that’s food) and swally (that’s drink) that tastes good!We won’t waste your time with a wall of text, but we’re proud to work with some awesome local suppliers who know their stuff. We've got a great central location on Edinburgh's Grassmarket. If you're looking to catch the game then look no further - we're a sports bar at heart thanks to our 8 high definition screens. Pub quiz is every Thursday; grab a bunch of your (preferably smartest) pals and show the world that you're our top quiz team of the week.🧒 Under 18s welcome until 10pm, last bookings with under 18s is 8pm🐶 Dog-friendly🏃 Walk-ins welcome🍹 Bookings for food & drink and just drinks welcome⚽ Coming for sport? Let us know in your booking notes and we’ll accommodate📅 Contact us directly for bookings of 8 or more

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9. Canopy Kitchen & Courtyard

4.4

Awesome(86)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Scottish • Edinburgh

Booked 7 times today

At Canopy, we believe in more than just a meal. Inspired by the tranquil and nurturing essence of a forest canopy, our Kitchen and Courtyard is a space where community and creativity blossom together.We look forward to welcoming you!

10. Eve

4.3

Awesome(162)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Old Town

Booked 3 times today

At Eve, we’re serving up a slice of Italy with mouthwatering dishes, bold Italian-inspired spritz and cocktails, and a wine list that’ll make your taste buds dance. Get hands-on with our fun group masterclasses - think pasta making and cheese & wine tasting - or just pull up a stool at our bar, where the best cocktails in town are always flowing.Located in the vibrant Cowgate, Eve combines the timeless charm of Italy with the warm embrace of Scottish hospitality. Whether you’re here to eat, drink, or unwind, our lively atmosphere is the perfect spot for unforgettable moments and great company.To find Eve, look for our neon sign, just after the roundabout at the bottom of Candlemakers' Row.For larger parties, which we also love to host, please email us on hello@eveedinburgh.com

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Palm Springs / Palm Desert Cities •9 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
It was everything we hoped. The atmosphere was electric and the servers were very attentive and the food was amazing. We had the beetroot salad, oysters on the half shell and the ribeye with peppercorn sauce. If I could give them 10 out of 10, I would do that!
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Angels with BagpipesPrice: Expensive• Scottish• Old Town
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4.6
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New Orleans / Louisiana •9 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Great vibes all around at cold town house. And the roof terrace is wonderful with amazing views
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Cold Town HousePrice: Moderate• Brewery• Edinburgh
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4.4
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Dee
London •1 review
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
Amazing! Best meal I have had in a long time. A must for anyone visiting Edinburgh.
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The Mussel and Steak BarPrice: Expensive• Scottish• Old Town
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4.8
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Matthew
Edinburgh/Midlothian •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 26, 2025
Great value with Itison voucher, delicous food and attentive staff.
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Le BistrotPrice: Moderate• French• Edinburgh
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4.6
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RichardVIP
Inverness / Scottish Highlands •1 review
5.0
Dined on May 24, 2025
Very enjoyable experience! The food was great and the atmosphere was very pleasant!
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Whiski RoomsPrice: Moderate• Scottish• Old Town
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4.6

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