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1. The Ivy on the Square

4.4

Awesome(13584)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary British • Old Town

Booked 95 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

4.6

Exceptional(5714)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Edinburgh

Booked 90 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(3164)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Steak • Edinburgh

Booked 50 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.

A photo of Bread Street Kitchen & Bar — Edinburgh restaurant

4. Bread Street Kitchen & Bar — Edinburgh

4.0

Excellent(786)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• British • New Town

Booked 42 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.

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5. Hard Rock Cafe - Edinburgh

4.4

Awesome(4707)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • New Town

Booked 46 times today

Hard Rock Cafe is a global phenomenon with 185 cafes that are visited by nearly 80 million guests each year. The first Hard Rock Cafe opened on June 14, 1971, in London, England, and from there the brand has expanded to major cities and exotic locations around the world.

6. Urban Angel

4.7

Exceptional(909)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• British • New Town

Booked 16 times today

Our café in central Edinburgh is open every day for brunch, lunch, coffee, cake & drinks, sit in or takeaway! We have indoor and outdoor seating available, and we are dog friendly. The finest, carefully sourced produce should be for every day, not just for special occasions.We always save space for walk ins! So if there are no online tables available, please pop by and we will get you seated as soon as possible.

A photo of Edinburgh - Bucks Bar Hanover Street restaurant

7. Edinburgh - Bucks Bar Hanover Street

4.7

Exceptional(254)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • New Town

Booked 16 times today

Welcome to Bucks Bar Hanover St. We look forward to welcoming you! The best free range buttermilk fried chicken you've ever tasted! Buck's is a rock’n’roll bar specialising in authentic buttermilk fried chicken, seriously addictive Nashville hot chicken, cocktails, beers and Bourbon. Live music every Saturday night! 40% Off Selected Cocktails Monday - Wednesday weekly offers www.bucksbar.co.uk

A photo of Haute Dolci Edinburgh restaurant

8. Haute Dolci Edinburgh

4.4

Awesome(296)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Dessert • New Town

Booked 42 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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9. Cafe Royal - Edinburgh

4.3

Awesome(1508)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Continental • Edinburgh

Booked 20 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.

10. Scran New Town

4.6

Exceptional(23)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Breakfast • Edinburgh

Booked 17 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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Alex
Edinburgh/Midlothian •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
First time visit. Brilliant service from arrival to departure. Beautiful decor and ambiance. Warm cosy environment. Food & service superb. Had a superb meal. Highly recommended!
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Gaucho EdinburghPrice: Expensive• Steak• Edinburgh
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4.6
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StevieVIP
London •11 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Sensational seafood and service with a huge smile, big thanks to Rebecca for looking after me. 🙏🫵
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Hawksmoor EdinburghPrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Edinburgh
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4.6
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mike
Bath/Somerset •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Nice table great service most enjoyable food and wine. Great. Thank you
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The Ivy on the SquarePrice: Expensive• Contemporary British• Old Town
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4.4
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Eden
Edinburgh/Midlothian •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Great night, not very busy, but it’s always a great experience :)
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Hard Rock Cafe - EdinburghPrice: Moderate• American• New 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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