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Angels with Bagpipes, Edinburgh, Edinburgh

Angels with Bagpipes

4.6
4.6
4323 Reviews
£26 to £40
Scottish
343 High St, Edinburgh, Edinburgh EH1 1PW

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2 people
19:00
Booked 18 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Great for fine wines
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

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    Scottish, Modern European
  • Hours of Operation
    Daily 12:00–21:15 A la carte menu Daily 12:00–21:15
  • Phone number
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Fraser Smith
  • Private party facilities
    We have a private room that seats between 12 and 18 perfect for hosting any intimate event.
  • Private party contact
    Annabelle: 0131 220 1111

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What 4,323 people are saying

Angels with Bagpipes reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseEnergetic

Loved For

  • Edinburgh/Midlothian

    Innovative

  • Edinburgh/Midlothian

    Great for fine wines

  • Edinburgh/Midlothian

    Romantic

  • Edinburgh

    Innovative

  • Edinburgh

    Great for fine wines

  • Edinburgh

    Romantic

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Angels with Bagpipes offers a "wonderful food" experience with "great service" in a central Edinburgh location. Guests rave about the "intimate dining space" and "modern twist" on Scottish cuisine. Highlights include "delicious small plates" like haggis bon bons and venison carpaccio. The "friendly staff" and "lovely atmosphere" make it a must-visit.

4,323 Reviews
  1. Warren

    Edinburgh3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Superb food, probably the best cooked steak I have ever eaten. Staff were attentive without being intrusive and the setting was lovely. This is a fantastic place for dibber

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  2. Andrew

    Louisville1 review

    1.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 2
    When we arrived on time for our reservation, we were bluntly informed that we had one hour, thirty-five minutes before we had to leave our table so they could prepare it for the next reservation. While the food and drink were good and the service reasonably friendly thereafter, the rudeness of the rush--especially considering what we were about to pay--cast a shadow over the meal and would keep us from ever recommending the place to anyone. Good food and drink are available in many of Edinburgh's restaurants where the service is friendly and won't start rushing you out the door as soon as you arrive. Skip this place (it's also very noisy) and go somewhere that understands that if they expect to be paid hundreds of pounds for a meal, they should allow diners time to enjoy themselves.

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  3. Martin

    Raleigh28 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Gourmet food. Great service. Fantastic wines. Great ambiance. Loved It.

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  4. Elena

    New York City11 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    La calidad de la comida buena El precio un poco alto para lo recibido El servicio bueno

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  5. Marie

    Yorkshire6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 15 April 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful food, great service and we were sat in our own little room with a window overlooking the alley way where we could watch people walking beneath us.

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  6. Peter

    Edinburgh2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 15 April 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Really excellent, from front of house through service and food. Highly recommended to all

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  7. David

    London2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 10 April 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    You couldn't get more central than this! Given the tourist location the overall standard and offering is excellent. I wouldn't call the menu cutting-edge but what they do, they do well. The team is keen and helpful, without getting 'in your face' and we had a great time. The background 'music', while not very loud, got rather on the nerves of this old grump.

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  8. Hazel

    Edinburgh1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 5 April 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious small plates. Friendly staff and good service.

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  9. Julie

    Edinburgh2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 5 April 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had a lovely meal today - great service & food was excellent. No complaints & will definitely be back

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  10. Terri

    Los Angeles60 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 2 April 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great restaurant on the Royal Mile across from St. Gile’s Cathedral. Modern take on Scottish food like Haggis, crab salad and venison carpaccio. Lovely peaceful atmosphere and great service!

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  2. United Kingdom
  3. Edinburgh/Midlothian
  4. Edinburgh
  5. Old Town

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2 people
19:00
Booked 18 times today
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343 High St, Edinburgh, Edinburgh EH1 1PW

Additional information

  • Area
    Old Town
  • Hours of Operation
    Daily 12:00–21:15 A la carte menu Daily 12:00–21:15
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    Scottish, Modern European
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    None
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Fraser Smith
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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