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Dine Local - Edinburgh

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by OpenTable
Updated 03 November 2023

OpenTable and Mastercard have teamed up to present Dine Local, a celebration of the restaurants on your doorstep. Make your next meal a local affair and dine at one of the many gems serving the community in Edinburgh.

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The Black Grape
4.8
4.8 (429)
£26 to £40
Tapas / Small Plates
The Royal Mile
About the restaurant
The Black Grape - a new small plate restaurant located on Edinburgh's Royal Mile. Expect small plates, wine & good times in a stunning setting. This custom designed wine bar & restaurant is the ideal setting for intimate date night dining, drinks with friends or a quick snack as you people watch in the heart of the city. Our menu is a gastronomic tour de force with inspiration from around the globe. One thing unites all our dishes however - bold, punchy flavours and plates that are perfect for sharing. In addition to a 40 seater restaurant the Black Grape also has a cozy wine & cocktail bar - expect a carefully curated selection of drinks soundtracked with the best funk & soul.
Top review
OpenTable Diner
Dined 1 day ago
Menu is similar to tapas so the intention is to share dishes. Up to a point that works fairly well though some dishes are quite small and one doesn’t know which until they arrive. Each dish is well created, but given that you choose one or more from each part of the menu, there isn’t a large choice. Most of the dishes are quite creative and therefore take time to produce, adding to the cost and impacting on “value for money”. In contrast, I had the pavlova which was huge! The meringue was rather chewy and mint was a bit overwhelming. The staff were very friendly and helpful and food was delivered promptly. A bit on the noisy side if there happens to be a large party, otherwise a very pleasant venue
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No11
4.4
4.4 (524)
£26 to £40
Scottish
New Town
About the restaurant
11 Brasserie @ No 11 is located within the discreet luxury of a historically significant, Edinburgh Georgian Town House, this award winning restaurant, displays a menu that exhibits some of Scotland's finest produce, infused with flavors that reflect Scotland's stunning natural landscape. The Head Chef, Stevie, has received a AA Rosette for Culinary Excellence -Food that literally looks as good as it tastes! There can be no better local dining experience.

The Brasserie is located on the ground floor and seats around 30 diners.
It serves Breakfast (8:00 to 10:00) every day, Dinner (17:00 - 20:30 Last Orders) Wed - Sun, and Lunch (12 noon - 15:30) Saturday and Sunday.


Our menus focus on home made dishes, using tasty, fresh produce from artisan suppliers. We're happy to accomodate any dietary requirements and preferences. Please note we do not have a children's menu.


A selection of alcoholic beverages is available including spirits
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Kasia
Dined 6 days ago
That’s not the first time we’ve been here and it is constantly wonderful, always great food, service is exceptional from all the staff and chef should earn highest Michelin star awards for the things he cooks. No 11 is our go to place for our celebrations whether it is an anniversary or birthday. Many many thanks to all of you 🩷🩷🩷
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New Years Eve Five Course Celebration
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Butta Burger - George Street
4.3
4.3 (573)
£25 and under
Burgers
New Town
About the restaurant
Edinburgh's best beef and fried chicken burgers, made using our special seasoned Butta
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Sinead
Dined on 27 Sept 2024
We thoroughly enjoyed our experience- lovely staff, food was great (lots of choice) and portions were a great size- we’ll be back!
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La Garrigue
4.7
4.7 (2662)
£26 to £40
French
Old Town
About the restaurant
Opened in 2001 La Garrigue is a 2 AA Rosettes French restaurant located just a stones throw away from Edinburgh's famous Royal Mile and minutes away from Waverley train station with stunning views of Calton Hill.
The restaurant is themed around the culinary specialities of the southern regions of France offering hearty dishes such as Roquefort Cheese Soufflé, Fish Soup, Traditional Cassoulet and using the best of local produces as well as French ones. The wine list is extensive and is suitably representative of Languedoc, the largest of France's wine producing regions and has been awarded AA Notable Wine List for years.
Be ready to be transported to France as you come in, friendly and relaxed atmosphere mixed with chic yet casual surroundings.
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David
Dined 2 days ago
We went for the lunch specials. Lovely broccoli soup, goats cheese tart, then coley for both of us. My good school friend is allergic, so polenta was effortlessly swapped for roast potatoes. Great service, very good Viognier, and rice pudding and almond tart to finish. Very good.
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Cassoulet
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Cassoulet Végétalien
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Soufflé
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Nobles Cafe Bar & Restaurant
4.3
4.3 (305)
£26 to £40
Scottish
Edinburgh
About the restaurant
Nobles – A loveable neighbourhood pub and sumptuous eatery, full of old world charm and modern twists. Delectable seasonal menus and refined pub classics are prepared using the best local ingredients. Crisp craft beers, considered wines and exquisite cocktails are served until late. In a city full of choice, Nobles is a destination for discerning foodies hunting for something unique.
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Katie
Dined 6 days ago
We visited for lunch today as a party of 6. 4 adults and two young babies. The staff couldn’t have been more accommodating and kind to us. My daughter has allergies and one of the lovely ladies helped us and also explained whilst there was no children’s menu, we could pretty much adapt whatever we liked from the adults menu. Lovely meal in a welcoming environment. It isn’t always easy to find such a place so great with families with babies, thanks again. We will be back :)
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Whiski Rooms
4.5
4.5 (2331)
£25 and under
Scottish
Old Town
About the restaurant
Award Winning Whiski Rooms is located just off the Royal Mile on the prestigious mound. Our restaurant serves food all day which is freshly prepared using the best locally sourced produce. We have an extensive cocktail list, wine, and craft beer and a great whisky selection.
Whiski Rooms has a reputation as being one of the best restaurants in Edinburgh, one of the best Whisky Bars in the world, the first Ardbeg Embassy in the UK, a whisky and gift shop, and a tasting room for daily whisky tastings.
Whiski Rooms is located off the Royal Mile in the city centre looking over Princess Street where you will experience traditional Scottish food.
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Mee Mee
Dined 6 days ago
It was our first time here, food and drinks were good overall. However, since everything on the menu sounds so exciting, we will appreciate more if we were given more time to look through the menu instead of being rushed to order. It felt like the staff who served us was rather pushy and impatient -- she came and asked twice if we were ready to order, we said we needed more time to think, so we suggested if we can order the starter first while we decide on the main, she said nope and just left abruptly. Understood that the restaurant was busy on a Saturday night, I guess if the staff wants to make sure we order as quickly as possible, she could also help by giving a bit more information about certain dishes instead of just saying "there are two different dishes".
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Haggis
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Scottish Salmon
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Haggis Burger
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The Voyage of Buck
4.7
4.7 (618)
£26 to £40
Contemporary British
Edinburgh
About the restaurant

Inspired by the bars and eateries of Montmarte, Paris. We are the 4th independent bar from the team that brings you Hamiltons, Treacle and The Blackbird.

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Dennisvip
Dined on 30 Sept 2024
Very nice place away from the crowds and tourist on our evening visit for a late dinner. Certainly a limited but great menu that can be shared with your significant other while there.
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Down the Hatch - Antigua Street
4.5
4.5 (1321)
£26 to £40
Canadian
New Town
About the restaurant
Welcome to Down the Hatch - EDINBURGH!

We are a diner focusing on diner style food with big flavour, fresh ingredients, huge taste and all things Canadian!!

Under 18s must be accompanied by an adult and are not permitted from 8pm onwards.

We have a 10 minute grace period for your booking. Please give us a call if you are running late for your booking.

Your table will be booked for 1 hour 15 minutes for bookings of up to 6 people; and 1 hour 45 minutes for bookings of 7+.

We have a limited number of outside tables. These are not bookable at the moment and are on a first come, first served basis.

Last bookings are 9.15pm as our kitchen closes at 9.45pm, 7 days a week.

Please call for any more information.


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Diane
Dined 5 days ago
The food was great and the service was very good. Definitely recommend.
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CBR Fries
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Milkshakes
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Chop House Market Street
4.2
4.2 (1924)
£26 to £40
Steak
Edinburgh
About the restaurant
Best of British beef, butchered & dry-aged in house and cooked over a charcoal grill. Chop House is an innovative blend of classic British steakhouse and cocktail bar brought to you by the team behind Monteiths & the White Horse Oyster Bar. Provenance is at the centre of the Chop House offer and we use only the finest beef sourced from artisan suppliers across Scotland.
The meat is dry aged for up to 90 days to add flavour, increase tenderness then the beef cooked on a charcoal grill, specially designed to give a subtle smoky flavour. Our fantastic food offering is matched by an extensive wine list from around the world and exceptional cocktail list. Open 7 days for lunch, dinner and Sunday roast! We have another Chop House in Bruntsfield & Leith
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Edward
Dined 1 day ago
My service was superb, and the food was the best I had while in Scotland for over 10 days.
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PORTERHOUSE
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Experience
Steak Frites
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The Guru
4.7
4.7 (126)
£25 and under
Indian
Musselburgh
About the restaurant
The Guru, a family run establishment, part of Edinburgh heritage has been serving Scot’s for over 30 years with its authentic Asian cuisine.

Starting from humble beginnings in the Fountainbridge area of the city, the Guru thanks to its longstanding community support, popular dishes and committed service that never fails to disappoint is now showcasing its culinary magic in the historic landmark building of the old Mr Boni’s ice cream parlour in Tollcross.

Book a table today, meet Mr Guru and the family themselves and be wowed when dunking the largest naan bread in Scotland with one of the largest selections of signature curries. Our knowledgeable staff will ensure they cater to your tastebuds and needs leaving you with an unforgettable experience. We promise you’ll be back for more!
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OpenTable Diner
Dined on 10 Dec 2023
Great curry experience and would highly recommend anything from the tandoori menu.
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White Horse Oyster & Seafood Bar
4.2
4.2 (2181)
£26 to £40
Seafood
The Royal Mile
About the restaurant
White Horse Oyster & Seafood Bar, situated on the site of the oldest inn on the Royal Mile, serving the best of British seafood and shellfish sourced from boutique suppliers across the country. Expect small plates, sharing platters & hand-crafted cocktails washed down with a carefully curated selection of wine & fizz. Brought to you by the team behind Chop House & Monteiths.

A child or young person must be accompanied by a responsible adult.

Children aged:
0-5 from 12pm until 9pm
5-17 from 12pm until 10pm
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menghui
Dined 7 days ago
very nice and delicious, I would love to go to here again.
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Beef & Oysters
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Lobster
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Salmon Tartare
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Shish
4.4
4.4 (212)
£26 to £40
Turkish
Edinburgh
About the restaurant
Drawing on Turkish heritage and tradition, Shish’s ethos is borne out of a desire to create a hub as the heart of the home, centred around the fire hearth where cooking and families come together and share in the occasion. The spacious restaurant lends itself to large gatherings, smaller group parties and more intimate dining occasions, with the option of private hire. Its slick interior, ambient lighting and booth seating lining the parameter of the restaurant provide the perfect setting for any occasion. At the helm in the kitchen, the passionate team of chefs have created an inspired menu underpinned by true authenticity and rich taste. Highlights include Karisik Izgara – traditional mixed grill platter and loads more...


Shish is a one of the first Dry Bars (No alcohol) in Edinburgh, stocking all the fine wines available, Champagne, Spirits, Popular Cocktails and Beers but all containing zero alcohol substitutes such as Zero percent Rum, Whiskey and Gin.



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Raymond
Dined 7 days ago
Authentic Middle Eastern dining experience, evidenced by the many well-heeled oriental diners who had sought it out
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The Blackbird
4.5
4.5 (322)
£25 and under
Contemporary British
Tollcross/Fountain Bridge
About the restaurant
The Blackbird Bar and Restaurant, at 37-39 Leven Street in the Bruntsfield area of south-west Edinburgh, serves modern Scottish cuisine. It is located close to The Meadows public park, less than 10 minutes by car or taxi from Waverley and Haymarket Railway Stations; Edinburgh Castle and the city centre are around 20 minutes' walk away. The exposed stone walls of its traditional, tavern-like interior give it an authentically Scottish atmosphere and it also has a beer garden in which to enjoy an al fresco drink or bite to eat in the warmer summer months. The Blackbird’s menu is composed of gourmet burgers, fresh fish of the day, hearty soups and sumptuous salads, to be accompanied by something from the drinks menu – a glass of craft beer, premium ale or fine wine, perhaps – organic teas and coffees are also available.
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Susan
Dined on 8 Sept 2024
Food was delicious as always, staff are very friendly and the restaurant has a nice atmosphere.
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Hanover 71 Café & Bistro
4.4
4.4 (4)
£26 to £40
British
New Town
About the restaurant
We are a city centre restaurant serving breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner.
We are known for our traditional Fish and Chip suppers as well as our Turkish cuisine and Scottish Breakfast
We look forward to seeing you very soon.
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JOANO
Dined on 9 Jul 2024
We enjoyed our lunch.servers were very pleasant.Did serve me a red wine that was so cold .Had been in the fridge !!However they did correct it. Two ordered baked sweet potato but had to have normal as sweet potato had run out.A midday!!!!However ordinary potato was delicious with loads of filling and lovely dressing on the salad.
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Monteiths
4.6
4.6 (1930)
£26 to £40
Scottish
The Royal Mile
About the restaurant
Monteiths bar & restaurant is nestled in a fairy-lit close in the heart of Edinburgh’s Old Town. The award winning venue is located just off the historic Royal Mile and combines chic cocktail bar with intimate restaurant. A favourite of locals and visitors alike, Monteiths is a must for relaxed dining and innovative cocktails.

Monteiths is by the team behind the White Horse Oyster Bar, and Chop House

Due to licensing restrictions Monteiths cannot accept children under the age of 5 at any time. Children aged 15 & under can be admitted until 10pm. Apologies for any inconvenience caused.
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Murrayvip
Dined 2 days ago
Located in an eclectic basement on the High Street, this resto offers a lot to like. On the day of our visit the food was great. My wife had salmon and I had sea bass, both cooked to perfection. There were some mixups and timing problems with our service but the manager was very attentive, noticed the problem and made things right. Well done. My wife really liked the atmosphere at Monteith's, finding it cozy and intimate. On the other find I found it a bid too compact. Two sides of the same coin. If only for the service and the very attentive manager, I'd be happy to go back for another meal at Monteith's.
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HAGGIS
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VENISON LOIN
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Mushroom & Goats Cheese Wellington
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Boteco Do Brasil - Edinburgh
3.5
3.5 (55)
£25 and under
Brazilian
Edinburgh
About the restaurant
In Brazil, “Boteco” is the friendly neighbourhood bar with lively music and atmosphere...and that’s exactly where our inspiration comes from, the traditional botecos of Rio de Janeiro. You can enjoy a refreshing Caipirinha – our signature drink and an essential part of any Brazilian celebration – or sample the infamous 'urban' menu of the streets from our delicious tapas menu. When you visit Boteco, you are immediately reminded of the things that make Brazil so attractive: we’re colourful, vibrant, fresh and exotic! Scotland may be far away from Copacabana beach, but at Boteco you can get a taste of Brazil even on the rainy days! We're open 7 nights a week, till 3AM. A funky pub & restaurant offering a truly relaxing and enjoyable atmosphere. Featuring live music, DJs and dancing with tropical cocktails available every night. Our eclectic menu is guaranteed to satisfy even the pickiest of eaters with our vast array of tapas, traditional dishes and international cuisine.
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OpenTable Diner
Dined on 17 Jun 2024
Amazing tapas deal for 4 quid each and 5 pound cocktails!!! Lovely service and really cute place!
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Tantra
3.3
3.3 (15)
£26 to £40
Indian
Old Town
About the restaurant
At Tantra we want to change peoples perceptions of Indian cuisine. Our food will provide a multi-sensory experience involving appearance, texture, flavours, aroma all of equal importance.

We aim to take traditional Indian cuisine into another dimension - by taking inspirations from from renowned international cuisines and using modern techniques such as molecular gastronomy and deconstruction of dishes. We ensure that the soul of the food is Indian in flavour - but the execution and presentation will be mystical and magical in every aspect, just like the name "Tantra".
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OpenTable Diner
Dined on 17 Mar 2024
Imaginative fresh and modern Indian food. A real treat , well worth a visit.
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Hamiltons
3.9
3.9 (541)
£25 and under
Gastro Pub
Edinburgh
About the restaurant
Hamiltons of Stockbridge is a multi award winning, relaxed environment where the carefully sourced menu changes with the seasons and drinks are a well-chosen blend of beautiful wines and modern standards with a subtle twist. Hamiltons maintains a comprehensive selection of beers spanning all the local favourites as well as an carefully selected cocktail menu including unique creations such as the Rum and Raisin milk punch. The food menu is an ever-changing experience that includes popular items. Hamiltons can be found at 16-18 Hamilton Place, near to The Water of Leith and Edinburghs New Town, a short walk from Jubilee Garden and around 10 minutes by bus to the Royal Botanical Gardens. Hamiltons was created with locals in mind, but welcomes everyone and prides itself on its friendly staff and warm atmosphere. We are also a dog friendly venue with the exception of the raised restaurant area. We also welcome U18's until 8pm.
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John
Dined on 7 Sept 2024
Great spot for brunch - bustling, funky and friendly
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