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The Basement, Edinburgh, Edinburgh

The Basement

4.7
4.7
1321 Reviews
£26 to £40
Mexican

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 26 times today
  • Lively
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Good for groups
Do you love tacos, fajitas guacamole and all things Mexican? Come join us underground! We’ve got a masivo collection of tequila and mezcal waiting for you to try. And when it comes to cocktails, there’s plenty on offer but you can’t go wrong with a margarita!

🧒 Under 18s welcome until 10pm with food, last sitting for under 18s is 8pm
🐶 Dog-friendly in our bar & outdoor areas
🏃 Walk-ins welcome
🍹 Bookings for food & drink and just drinks welcome
📅 Contact us directly for bookings of 8 or more

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    Mexican, Mexican / Southwestern, American
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–12:00 am Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–1:00 am Sun 12:00 pm–12:00 am
  • Phone number
    0131 557 0097
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Private party facilities
    We have a separate area in the back which can hold up to 15 people.
  • Neighborhood
    New Town
  • Cross street
    York Place
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    York Place Tram Stop, Edinburgh Bus Route 08. We are around a 10-minute walk from Waverley Train Station and are just around the corner from the Bus Station.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wine
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What 1,321 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
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseEnergetic

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  • Edinburgh/Midlothian

    Great for creative cocktails

  • Edinburgh/Midlothian

    Hot spot

  • Edinburgh/Midlothian

    Lively

  • Edinburgh

    Great for creative cocktails

  • Edinburgh

    Hot spot

  • Edinburgh

    Lively

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Basement in Edinburgh is a delightful hidden gem known for its "amazing food" and "fantastic service." With a vibrant atmosphere and enthusiastic staff, it offers a memorable dining experience. Their Mexican cuisine, including "the best guacamole" and "delicious Barria tacos," is highly praised. Perfect for a lively night out!

1,321 Reviews
  1. Fiona

    Edinburgh

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    The food from the kitchen was great but the guacamole made at the table was not good. Normally we have been asked whether we want sell the ingredients (why else do it at the table?), instead we were told we 'didn't need to watch the waitress' then were served weird guacamole. My margarita glass was half full. They looked understaffed...but the beans and fish tacos were great. Not as good as it used to be

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  2. Kitty

    Edinburgh

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Fab food, amazing service, good atmosphere but really loud and music could’ve been quieter but omg amazing food n drinks!! 10/10

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  3. Julie

    Glasgow

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I have a few dietary requirements the waitress took a lot of time to go through the menu with me and I enjoyed the meal without worrying about allergies

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  4. Angela

    Glasgow

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on February 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolutely loved our meal on Saturday. The atmosphere was really good. Great tunes on in the background. Staff were very attentive and friendly. We will definitely be back.

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  5. Janet

    Glasgow

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 31, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great atmosphere and serving staff are very attentive. Food was delicious, had a fabulous night.
    The BasementResponded 4 days ago
    Janet, we are so pleased you enjoyed your visit to The Basement! Thank you, and have a fantastic day! The Basement Team!

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  6. Jamie

    London

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 25, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The Basement is amazing, delicious food and drinks and really friendly, helpful staff. We love this place and will definitely come back.
    The BasementResponded on January 31, 2025
    Jamie, thank you so much for the positive review! We hope to see you soon! The Basement Team!

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  7. Emily

    Edinburgh

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 25, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Grate lunch! Took my 2 young kids and sister to lunch and the staff where very welcoming and the food was great! Will definitely be back.
    The BasementResponded on January 31, 2025
    Hi Emily, we are very happy to have provided you with such a positive experience! Thank you, and have a fantastic day! The Basement Team!

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  8. Helen

    Edinburgh

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 25, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food, drinks and service. Really enjoyed our lunch there
    The BasementResponded on January 31, 2025
    Helen, we really appreciate your feedback! We hope to be of service to you again in the future. Best wishes, The Basement

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  9. Lesley

    Edinburgh

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on January 23, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had dinner at the always excellent Basement last night. Great food and cocktails and service was top notch! 10/10
    The BasementResponded on January 28, 2025
    Lesley, we are very happy we could provide you with a positive experience! We are always more than happy to assist you if anything else comes up. Take care! The Basement Team

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  10. Barbara

    Glasgow

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on January 23, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food, atmosphere and friendly service. Would highly recommend.
    The BasementResponded on January 28, 2025
    Hi Barbara, thank you for taking the time to leave a review for us at The Basement. We're happy we could meet your expectations! Thank you, and have a fantastic day! The Basement Team

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The Basement is rated 4.7 stars by 1321 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 26 times today
Google Map for The Basement

12a, 10a Broughton St, Edinburgh, Edinburgh EH1 3RH

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    York Place
  • Neighborhood
    New Town
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–12:00 am Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–1:00 am Sun 12:00 pm–12:00 am
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    Mexican, Mexican / Southwestern, American
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    York Place Tram Stop, Edinburgh Bus Route 08. We are around a 10-minute walk from Waverley Train Station and are just around the corner from the Bus Station.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wine
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