Merchants

4.7

93 Reviews

£26 to £40

Scottish

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2 people

Dec 12, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 7 times today

Experiences are available.

Good for special occasions
Charming
Good for groups

Kindly note that only our Festive Set Menu will be available between 1st December and 24th December (inclusive).

Back after more than a two year closure following the George IV Bridge in late 2021, Merchants has undergone a full refurbishment. 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.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
£26 to £40
Cuisines
Scottish, British, European
Hours of operation
Thu–Sat 6:00 pm–12:00 am
Phone number
0131 225 4009
Website
http://www.merchantsrestaurant.co.uk/
Payment options
Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress

Location
17 Merchant Street, Edinburgh, Edinburgh EH1 2QD
Neighborhood
Old Town
Parking details
Street Parking
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

Festive Set Menu
£39.50 per person
Dec 1, 2024 - Dec 24, 2024
Enjoy the magic of the season with our Festive Set Menu. Lunch - two courses for £25.50 or three for £34.50 Dinner - two courses for £30.50 or three for £39.50 Available 1st December to 24th December (inclusive) We kindly ask tables of 10+ to either place a request through our website or email at hello@merchantsrestaurant.co.uk
Christmas Day Set Menu
£80.00 per person
Nov 24, 2024 - Dec 26, 2024
Come an enjoy Christmas Day with us and delight in our locally sourced festive dishes and seasonal cocktails. 3 Courses - including a complimentary glass of Prosecco on arrival. We kindly ask tables of 10+ to either place a request through our website or email at hello@merchantsrestaurant.co.uk
Hogmanay Set Menu
£64.50 per person
Dec 31, 2024 only
Say hello to 2025 with us at our cosy Old Town setting. See in the bells with a complimentary glass of Prosecco and stunning view of the fireworks. 2 Courses for £57.50 per person 3 Courses for £64.50 per person (both options include the Intermediary Course)

Roasted Parsnip & Apple Velouté Smoked Cheddar Crouton, Basil Oil (VE*/V*/GF*/DF*)
Seared Scottish Scallops Spiced Cauliflower Puree, Crispy Pork Belly Lardons, Confit Garlic & Coriander Vinaigrette (GF/DF*)
Chicken Liver & Madeira Parfait House Toasted Brioche, Red Onion & Pear Chutney
Wild Mushroom Ravioli Truffle & White Wine Sauce, Charred Baby Leeks (V*)

Mains

Roast Breast of Turkey Honey Glazed with Rosemary & Garlic, Pigs in Blankets, Goosefat Potatoes, Bread Sauce, Honey Carrots, Turkey Jus
Beef Feather blade en croute Roast Fillet of Beef Medallions, Crispy Roscoff Onion, Pomme Puree, Rosemary & Madeira Jus
Panache of Scottish Seafood Roast Halibut, Poached Mussels, Langoustines, Braised Fennel, Chive & Lemon Potato Dumplings, Seafood Broth
Crispy Nut Roast Honey Roast Parsnips, Carrot & Anise Puree, Toasted Walnuts, Soya Cream Garlic Sauce (VE/V/GF/DF)

Desserts

House Christmas Pudding Brandy Sauce, Rum & Raisin Ice Cream
Chocolate Delice with Cherry Chantilly Cream, Cherry Compote & Chocolate Shards (V*/V/GF/DF*)
Glazed Citron Tart Citron Cream, Frangipane Crumb (V)
Selection of Scottish Cheeses House Chutney, Oatcakes, Celery (GF*)

What 93 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.8Service
4.7Ambience
4.6Value

Noise • Energetic

Loved For

Edinburgh/Midlothian
Innovative
Edinburgh/Midlothian
Gluten-free-friendly
Edinburgh/Midlothian
Romantic
Edinburgh/Midlothian
Good for special occasions
Edinburgh/Midlothian
Vegetarian-friendly
Edinburgh
Innovative
Edinburgh
Gluten-free-friendly
Edinburgh
Romantic
Edinburgh
Good for special occasions
Edinburgh
Vegetarian-friendly

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Merchants offers an enchanting dining experience with "exceptional service" and "fantastic food." Guests rave about the "delicious and beautifully presented" dishes, attentive staff, and a cozy atmosphere. With a varied menu catering to dietary needs and a welcoming vibe, it's a delightful spot for special occasions or casual outings.

93 Reviews

M
Michal
Edinburgh
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent food and service. Beautiful and very tastefully decorated interior. Again, food quality is on a very high level. Absolutely delicious.
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Greg
Edinburgh
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fabulous restaurant, great atmosphere and super friendly staff!
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michelle
Hertfordshire
4 reviews
4.0
4 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Everything was lovely, great quality of food and service
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David
Edinburgh
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 30, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food and service, lovely hidden gem! Will definitely visit again
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Robert
Atlanta Metro
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 23, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful food and service. I would highly recommend this restaurant. From the entrees to the dessert the experience was fabulous.
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Lucy
Edinburgh
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 23, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
This was one of the best meals we have ever had. The steak medallions dinner was so tasty and the various pudding we shared were brilliant too. It was great value for money. We would 100% recommend this place to anyone who asks.
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Rathi
London
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 22, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Great food, service was amazing, particularly Logan. Would recommend!
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Douglas
Berkshire
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on November 16, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fantastic food, great service. From the Haggis Spring roll to the Chocolate pave each course was superb. Decent and well priced wine list too. A great date night for my wife and I.
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Jan
Edinburgh
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on November 9, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Just a delightful meal - all the options we had were excellent. Great taste; sophisticated blends; good size portions and excellent value. Never been before - it won't be our last!!
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Cody
Charleston
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on November 9, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a great experience! Logan took excellent care of us and was very enthusiastic about recommendations when asked. The food and drinks were amazing! There were six of us and the seating was comfortable and the ambience at night was wonderful. Highly recommend!
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FAQs

Merchants is rated 4.7 stars by 93 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.