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Abbotsford Restaurant, Edinburgh,

Abbotsford Restaurant

4.5
4.5
140 Reviews
£25 and under
British

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2 people
19:00
Booked 13 times today
  • Charming
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for groups
The Abbotsford serves wholesome pub food in one of the busiest parts of Edinburgh’s New Town. Classic pub fare is the mainstay of the menu, with dishes including beer battered haddock and chips, steak and ale pie, and haggis, neeps and tatties, and diners have the choice of dining al fresco, in the main bar, or in the restaurant. Situated at 3-5 Rose Street this is a pub beloved by diners and popular with locals and tourists alike. Edinburgh Waverley station is a five minute walk on foot, and historic Edinburgh Castle and the famous Royal Mile are a ten minute walk.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    British, Modern European
  • Hours of Operation
    Daily 12:00–22:00
  • Phone number
    0131 225 5276
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Area
    Old Town
  • Parking details
    None
  • Public transit
    2 minute walk from closest bus stops on George street, Hanover Street, Princes Street and South St David Street.
  • Additional
    Beer

What 140 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.6Value

NoiseEnergetic

Loved For

  • Edinburgh/Midlothian

    Best Value

  • Edinburgh

    Best Value

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Abbotsford Restaurant offers a delightful dining experience with its "absolutely outstanding" service and "amazing" food. Joseph, a standout server, enhances each visit with his knowledge and charm. The traditional Scottish dishes, including "the best haggis," are a hit. The warm ambiance and "beautiful" setting complete this authentic Scottish gem.

140 Reviews
  1. Allan

    Edinburgh

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Service and food served to a high standard for the cost.

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  2. Beccy

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and service! The ambience was fabulous

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  3. Joyce

    Edinburgh

    5 reviews

    3.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 2
    Steak pie was lovely but the service was poor. The waiters were not very attentive.

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  4. Ean

    Inverness

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Good warm tasty food at reasonable price Service excellent

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  5. Robert

    Edinburgh

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 2 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent experience at a well run establishment. Food was very good and all had a very nice meal and time at the Abbotsford.

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  6. Ruth

    Atlanta Metro

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on 29 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was great. Service was attentive and quick. Atmosphere was warm and inviting. We had a great meal at a great value.

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  7. Jennifer

    Edinburgh

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 23 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Awesome experience. As a wheelchair user they reserved a table in the downstairs bar in preparation, as well as a table in the restaurant. I managed to get up the stairs and were seated early. Steak and ale pie was stunning with accompanied vegetable and baby potatoes, all cooked to perfection. Made our away day of shopping in Edinburgh so special. Thank you !!

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  8. Noel

    N. Ireland

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 22 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely restaurant above a busy City bar. Food and service was Excellent. Definitely worth a visit when exploring Edinburgh

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  9. william

    Edinburgh

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 16 November 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    This was not only pub grub but it was very good pub grub. Would have no hesitation in using the Abbotsford on future visits to Edinburgh.

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  10. George

    London

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 16 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great food and service. Nice place. Only issue was not being able to taste a house wine (which they sold by the glass) before buying a bottle. Small issue. Didn’t detract from an excellent experience

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FAQs

Abbotsford Restaurant is rated 4.5 stars by 140 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 13 times today
Google Map for Abbotsford Restaurant

3-5 Rose Street, Edinburgh, EH2 2PR

Additional information

  • Area
    Old Town
  • Hours of Operation
    Daily 12:00–22:00
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    British, Modern European
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    None
  • Public transit
    2 minute walk from closest bus stops on George street, Hanover Street, Princes Street and South St David Street.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Beer
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