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1. The Glasshouse Hotel, Edinburgh
4.2
Awesome(14)
Price: Expensive
• Scottish • Edinburgh
Booked 1 time today
Welcome to The Glasshouse Hotel, EdinburghStart your day, with a hearty full Scottish breakfast in The Brasserie, available daily from 7am. Innovative, locally sourced Scottish cuisine awaits you at our Snug Lounge. Experience relaxed and authentic dining with an open fire pit in the heart of the hotel. Enjoy afternoon tea and whisky tastings after a day of exploring the city.
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2. The Ivy on the Square
4.4
Awesome(13616)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary British • Old Town
Booked 100 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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3. Cold Town House
4.4
Awesome(1887)
Price: Moderate
• Brewery • Edinburgh
Booked 58 times today
Craft beer brewed on-site, delicious Neapolitan pizzas and one of the best views of Edinburgh Castle from our Rooftop Terrace. Cold Town House is where it’s happening!Best Beer Bar Winner at the Scottish Beer Awards 2021 & National Pizza Awards Finalist 2021! *Live Bar & Taproom- Drink the freshest Cold Town Beer straight from our tanks. With live music, amazing food and an electric energy, its the perfect spot to drink, dance and make unforgettable memories.- Dog Friendly!*Brewery & Pizza Floor-Relax in the comfort of our Brewery & Pizza floor, watch our artisan pizzas come together all while sipping on the freshest beer from our Microbrewery.*Rooftop Terrace–Cocktails, cold pints, and epic Edinburgh Castle views! Soak up the atmosphere, sip in style, and make the most of our iconic rooftop—whatever the weather!Last bookings for food are at 8.45pm, later bookings will only be for drinks. Please note that our Terrace closes at 10pm daily.Walk-ins welcome!
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4. Badger & Co
4.7
Exceptional(1819)
Price: Moderate
• Scottish • Edinburgh
Booked 14 times today
Nestled in the heart of Edinburgh, our Wind in the Willows-inspired restaurant offers a delightful blend of classic, crafty, and culinary adventures. Enjoy hearty dishes paired with creative cocktails and a carefully curated selection of local beers, wines, and spirits.Choose from dining in our cozy indoor space, relaxing in the hidden Sunken Garden, or taking in stunning views of Edinburgh Castle from our outdoor terrace.🧒 Under 18s welcome until 10pm🐶 Dog-friendly in the Lounge area🍽️ Last food orders at 8:45pm🏃 Walk-ins welcome👰 Private dining room available for bookingsFor groups of 9 or more, please contact us directly to arrange your booking.
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5. Paz Taqueria
4.8
Exceptional(65)
Price: Moderate
• Mexican • New Town
Booked 21 times today
Paz Taqueria is a vibrant Mexican restaurant in the heart of Edinburgh, celebrated for its authentic street food, hand-pressed tacos, and expertly crafted cocktails. With a focus on bold flavors, fresh ingredients, and a warm, welcoming atmosphere, Paz Taqueria brings a slice of Mexico to the city.
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6. Nor' Loft
4.6
Exceptional(470)
Price: Moderate
• Scottish • The Royal Mile
Booked 28 times today
For those looking to sip on a tall glass of champagne or call out Sláinte with a dram in hand, and not forgetting the foodies looking to graze on seasonal small plates and sharing platters, whether you're a regular or here for the first time, there's something for everyone, all in our rooftop champagne lounge.
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7. Yamato Edinburgh
4.8
Exceptional(323)
Price: Expensive
• Japanese • Edinburgh
Booked 33 times today
"Yamato", one of Japan's most ancient name and source of national harmony!At Yamato, expect top quality traditional Japanese cuisine and service for you to experience with an extensive variety of dishes served in an intimate and refined environment. Proudly serving top quality Wagyu beef.
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8. Tolbooth Tavern
4.6
Exceptional(273)
Price: Moderate
• Scottish • Old Town
Booked 7 times today
The Tolbooth Tavern is a traditional Scottish pub that has been around since 1591. It's located along the Royal Mile in Edinburgh, adding to its authenticity. The food is hearty and made with locally sourced produce, offering home-cooked Scottish fayre. The atmosphere is cozy and welcoming, and the staff is friendly. Reviews consistently highlight the excellent food, great service, and the authentic Scottish pub experience.
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9. The Auld Hundred
4.7
Exceptional(660)
Price: Moderate
• Scottish • New Town
Booked 13 times today
At the Auld hundred you'll find a great mix of homemade traditional Scottish food and comforting classics served in our cosy restaurant, best accompanied by our famous whisky range, with over 100 local whiskies or our large range of Scottish favourites with local Cold Town Beer, and Scottish gin, vodka and rums.We have live music 7 days a week, with local musicians Monday-Saturday and open mic nights on Sundays. The reviews speak for themselves: "Each week the range of quality performers combined with the inviting atmosphere of a well-run open mic draws a largely enthusiastic crowd. A very good night if you like a bit of live music.🐶 Dog-friendly🚶 Walk-ins welcome, we do not take bookings for our downstairs bar🏉 Sports shown in downstairs bar only🍽 Bookings are only available for our upstairs restaurant – we do not show sport here📅 Contact us directly for bookings of 7 or more
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10. Wahaca Edinburgh
4.6
Exceptional(43)
Price: Moderate
• Mexican • Old Town
Booked 30 times today
Vibrant, Mexican small plates, made with over 200 ingredients, everyday by talented chefs. Cocktails freshly shaken to order, from iconic margaritas, made with 100% blue agave tequila, to mezcalitas and beautifully crafted non-alc cocktails. A taste of authentic Mexican flavours from Oaxaca to Wahaca. With a relaxed, laid-back vibe, where everyone’s welcome, any time of day.Cooking with fresh, local, ingredients, with a wide variety of vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free dishes, Wahaca has been consistently recognised as a leading sustainable restaurant.Wahaca's Edinburgh, our home in Scotland, on South St Andrew Street, close to St Andrew’s Square and Edinburgh's buzzing city centre. Whether you’re taking a break from sightseeing, warming up on a chilly day or meeting friends for a catch up over tacos and margaritas, our Edinburgh restaurant is a great spot with its warm, Mexican welcome.
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  • Evren
    Greater Boston •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    I love the drinks and the food. The way the staff move around in the tiny space is like a dance.
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    Paz TaqueriaPrice: Moderate• Mexican• New Town
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    4.8
  • Aileen
    Edinburgh/Midlothian •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    The food was absolutely amazing, I had beetroot & mushroom Wellington, it was beautifully presented and delicious, I then had the toad escape which was to die for ,would throughly recommend dining here ,staff were lovely the decor was stunning will definitely be back soon
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    Badger & CoPrice: Moderate• Scottish• Edinburgh
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    4.7
  • RobertVIP
    Orange County •19 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    Connell was amazing! He was so informative! He knew so much history on Scotland! And then we discussed the various Scotches and how they are made in both Ireland and Scotland. We loved him and hope to see him again. The tea service was very nice. Food was good and presentation was nice. We opted for Prosecco and beer rather than tea. We do recommend this service.
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    The Glasshouse Hotel, EdinburghPrice: Expensive• Scottish• Edinburgh
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    4.2
  • Diane
    Glasgow/Lanarkshire •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    The ivy was so beautiful the after noon special was amazing great value for money
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    The Ivy on the SquarePrice: Expensive• Contemporary British• Old Town
    •
    4.4
  • Fiona
    Edinburgh/Midlothian •12 reviews
    4.0
    Dined 6 days ago
    Very tasty lunch at Cold Townhouse. We booked the terrace as the sun was shining. View of the terrace slightly obscured by tattoo seating, which did not detract from experience. Staff were extremely friendly & courteous. Service was very good. I had chicken caesar salad which was extremely tasty. My husband had The Grange pizza,which was demolished with gusto. Excellent lunch & great venue for a sunny day.
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    Cold Town HousePrice: Moderate• Brewery• Edinburgh
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    4.4

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