Blackwoods

Name: Blackwoods
Address: 6 Gloucester Place, Edinburgh, United Kingdom, EH3 6EF
Telephone: 0131 225 2720
Price range: £26 to £40
Rating: 4.3

4.3

169 Reviews

£26 to £40

Steak

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Blackwoods Restaurant is a stylish restaurant located within a Georgian Towhouse in Edinburgh's New Town. Although only 10 minutes walk from the City Centre it doesn't feel that way due to the peaceful surroundings away from the hustle and bustle of the city

We specialise in authentic, Scottish, natural, elegant, chargrilled dining using our Josper grill at its heart - The Josper oven burns charcoal at high temperatures to retain food’s natural moisture and flavour.

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No. of diners

2 people

DateTime

1 Dec 2023

19:00

Booked 3 times today

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
£26 to £40
Cuisines
Steak, Italian, Scottish
Hours of Operation
Breakfast Mon–Fri 07:00–10:00 Sat, Sun 07:30–10:30 Dinner Tue–Sat 17:30–21:30
Phone number
0131 225 2720
Website
http://blackwoodsedinburgh.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress Code
Casual Dress
Catering
We source local and regional cuisine, featuring ingredients farmed, caught or bred in Scotland. From farm or fishery to fork, we trace the provenance of our food, focusing on fresh, seasonal supplies. Keeping food miles to a minimum, our Chef goes out of his way to create succulent Scottish dishes.
Private party facilities
Blackwood's is the perfect setting for an intimate private dining experience. Whether you have a business dinner, awards ceremony, birthday, anniversary, or other family celebration we can create a bespoke menu to suit your dietary requirements and your budget.
Private party contact
Gary Harding: 0131 225 2720

Location
6 Gloucester Place, Edinburgh, EH3 6EF
Area
Stockbridge
Cross Street
Gloucester Place, India Street<br />New Town, Stockbridge<br />Edinburgh
Parking Details
On-street parking is available and is free of charge from 5.30pm each evening and all weekend
Public Transit
Circus Place and Kerr Street
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Wine

What 169 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.3

4.3 based on recent ratings

4.2Food
4.4Service
4.4Ambience
3.9Value

Noise • Moderate

169 Reviews

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ArnaA
Edinburgh
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 17 November 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had amazing food, good service and the brdt cocktail i’ve ever had. Highly reccomend
BlackwoodsResponded on 23 November 2023
Dear Arna, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback with us, we are really proud that we were able to satisfy your expectations about Blackwood's. We look forward to seeing you again in the near future! Kind Regards, Stefano and Blackwood's Team.
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JimH
Edinburgh
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on 31 October 2023
overall3food1service5ambience4
This was a disappointing experience. The room decor and ambience was perfect for a quiet dining experience but the food quality was not what we expected, considering the menu prices. Starters were enjoyable but the portion sizes were inadequate. My rib eye streak was small and was cooked to medium/well done when I asked for medium/ rare. It came with chips and side salad which consisted of two cherry tomatoes and few bits of rocket. My wife's lamb was well cooked and tasty but came with small quantity of cold mashed potato and one blackberry - no veg. This venue has the potential to be a good small restaurant but the menu and food quality needs to improve. To be fair we were compensated for our disappointment but would have preferred to pay in full for a better meals.
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DarrenM
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 29 September 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Lovely setting and service and delicious food. Highly recommended!
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FredaB
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on 23 September 2023
overall3food2service2ambience4
Blackwood's was disappointing. We went as an extended family to celebrate my mother's 85th birthday. The restaurant looked lovely and was calm and quiet when we arrived at 6pm. We had looked at the menu on line but were immediately told two of the options were not available. This further reduced the gf options for one of our party. Two asked for a starter served as a main portion but quantities didn't seem to be adjusted greatly. My mother chose slow cooked lamb but it was served raw. I was served a millefeuille which was little more than dry pastry. Accompanying veg and sauces for dishes seemed to bear little resemblance to that quoted in the menu. One waiter worked very hard and was as attentive as he could be with a full restaurant, while another member of staff sat in the bar area on his phone most of the evening only giving a half hearted attempt to clear half the table before heading back to his phone. I rarely comment on line but on the basis that the restaurant was full with visitors from abroad, I feel sad that this is the impression given of our country's hospitality. Come on Blackwood's - you can do better!
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OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 21 September 2023
overall5food4service5ambience5
Thoroughly enjoyed our first evening meal in Scotland here. The service was impeccable especially given the fact there was 1 waiter/bartender pulling double duty. We found breakfast to be delicious as well and intend on dining there again during our stay in Edinburgh.
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MartinK
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on 12 September 2023
overall1food3service1ambience1
Sorry this was a Bad experience and Not worth the money. Chips came half way through the Filet steak. Unacceptable for a Place with this class. Other tables had similar issues ….
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DrPFM
New York Area
9 reviews
4.0
9 reviews
Dined on 30 March 2023
overall4food4service4ambience4
Lovely little restaurant in the heart of Edinburgh. The atmosphere is intimate and quiet, the food is tasty and expertly cooked. The menu is quite limited, but I enjoyed the starter of mussels "marinière" and the cod with prosciutto-wrapped asparagus, as well as their version of cranachan, lighter and more refreshing than most others I have tasted. The prices were on the high side but not unexpectedly so. As our dinner was a celebratory one, we started with a glass of a pleasant Spanish 'espumoso' and to our pleasant surprise, the staff had realised we were celebrating and did not charge us for it. This was typical of the friendly and pleasant but professional service. We can't wait to go back and try other items in their menu.
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OpenTable Diner
Edinburgh
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on 14 February 2023
overall3food3service5ambience4
For £35 I expected a beef bourguignon that is out of this world. However, while what I got was perfectly acceptable, it tasted no different to what I make in the slowcooker on a lazy Sunday. The freshly baked bread was really heavy and the side consisting only of a big bunch of parsley was very disappointing. Service was good though. Overall, for a Valentines Day dinner it wasn't what I had in mind.
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ewanc
Glasgow
1 review
vip
4.0
1 review
Dined on 9 February 2023
overall4food3service3ambience4
Nice atmosphere. Service was good but food was pretty average.
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PhillR
West Sussex
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 26 November 2022
overall5food5service4ambience4
We loved it. The food was fantastic. it was not super fast service but it did not matter as everyone was very friendly and the food was amazing. Thank you!
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NinaM
Edinburgh
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on 12 November 2022
overall3food3service4ambience4
Serving mustard in plastic packets is not a good idea likewise any condiment, naming a salad after the restaurant but not differentiating it means it's just a salad with a fancy name. Lastly with only one shared restroom available for the whole restaurant you could easily find yourself waiting in a queue.
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HannahH
Edinburgh
5 reviews
vip
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on 8 November 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
The best meal my husband have had out in ages. Fantastic fillet steaks, cooked exactly as we requested. Starters, sides and desserts were all bursting with flavour, fresh and complementary. My allergies were taken seriously and catered for. Our waiter Stefano greeted us warmly and was friendly, knowledgeable, attentive but not overbearing, and professional. The restaurant was quiet and relaxing. Will definitely be back in future, especially for the excellent food and service.
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EdinburghK
London
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on 30 April 2022
overall2food3service4ambience2
Distinctly average. Poor menu with very little choice. No filet or ribeye steak available. Sirloin was tough. All of our food was disappointing. I would not recommend.
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StephenF
Derbyshire
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 4 March 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Lovely restaurant, very well cooked food, and super service. Went to treat my wife after her "special" birthday and was very impressed, will certainly be going again.
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jamehoh
Edinburgh
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on 14 February 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Excellent food with good service from friendly and helpful staff at a reasonable price. No hesitation in recommending.
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Doug
Edinburgh
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 12 February 2022
overall5food4service5ambience5
Great, relaxed dining experience. Friendly staff and tasty meal.
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AlexandriaR
Edinburgh
12 reviews
3.0
12 reviews
Dined on 5 February 2022
overall3food3service4ambience4
Pleasant small hotel restaurant. Charming manager. Very limited menu - some dishes strange and not great. Steak good.
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TracyM
London
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 19 June 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
Very elegant dining room, lovely staff and great food. Great choice of whiskies. Recommended.
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Bill
Edinburgh
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 22 May 2021
overall5food5service4ambience4
Nice, quiet and I can add a romantic place to eat, the low lights gave a really nice vibe to it. I liked the food especially the steak. The people there were nice and polite, I am very positive that I will go again!
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doonleith
Edinburgh
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on 21 May 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
Fantastic service and excellent food.
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DavidH
Edinburgh
4 reviews
4.0
4 reviews
Dined on 21 May 2021
overall4food4service4ambience4
A pleasant evening and will go again. Wine list not up to standard of food ( perhaps we all have been drinking better wine at home during lock down). I would be happy to pay corkage to be able to take something better.
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OpenTable Diner
Edinburgh
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 15 May 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent dinner at blackwoods bar and grill. Food was delicious and the staff were friendly. 3 courses for £25 or 2 for £20 is excellent value! Will definitely recommend
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ELAINEH
Edinburgh
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 8 May 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
A lovely place to dine, food and service were excellent..... would recommend :)
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HunterF
Edinburgh
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on 5 September 2020
overall2food1service2ambience2
Probably the worst Ribeye Steak i have ever attempted to eat. Burnt, dry with no flavour or character. Horrible, partly cooked, chips. Just as well the wine was pleasant.
BlackwoodsResponded on 13 September 2020
Dear Guest, Thank you for taking to time review your experience with us, I am sorry that it did not live up to your expectations on this occasion. Most certainly had anything been brought to our attention during your meal or during our checks we would of been delighted to rectify any issues. Naturally, I would be delighted to welcome you back in the near future. Please don't hesitate to get in touch directly. Kind Regards Gary Harding Restaurant Manager
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Lessuissesanglais
London
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on 31 August 2020
overall4food4service5ambience4
Good menu. Excellent service. Comfortable ambiance.
BlackwoodsResponded on 13 September 2020
Dear Lessuissesanglais, Thank you for your review. It is always a pleasure to see returning diners to Blackwood's. We hope to welcome you back again soon. Kind Regards Gary & the Blackwood's team
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MichaelC
Edinburgh
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 15 February 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Beautiful dining area, the service couldn’t have been more attentive and helpful. We had the valentines menu which includes the chateaubriand (which was cooked to perfection!) and a cheese board! Couldn’t fault anything! Definitely be returning
BlackwoodsResponded on 2 March 2020
Dear MichaelC, Thank you for your 5 star review. We are delighted to read that you enjoyed our Valentines menu. A new menu has been launched since then and we hope to welcome you back again soon to enjoy our new dishes! Kind Regards Gary & the Blackwood's team
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Juanra76
Edinburgh
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 14 February 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Cenamos coincidiendo, con el Día de San Valentin y el primer día de estancia en el hotel. Ambiente y privacidad, estupenda. Mesas suficientemente separadas de otros comensales. Personal muy atento. Menú especial por 02/14/2020, no lo sabíamos. Muy equilibrado, muy buena relación Calidad/Precio. Una velada perfecta.
BlackwoodsResponded on 2 March 2020
Querido Juanra76, Gracias por tu comentario de 5 estrellas. Esperamos darle la bienvenida de nuevo pronto. Saludos cordiales Gary y el equipo de Blackwood
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StuartM
Newcastle
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 11 January 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great service and food.
BlackwoodsResponded on 15 January 2020
Dear StuartM, Thank you for your 5 star review. We hope to welcome you back again soon. Kind Regards Gary & the Blackwood's team
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OpenTable Diner
Edinburgh
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on 11 January 2020
overall4food4service5ambience5
Excellent venue , good food and great service.
BlackwoodsResponded on 15 January 2020
Dear Guest, Thank you for your review. We hope to welcome you back again soon. Kind Regards Gary & the Blackwood's team
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OpenTable Diner
Munich
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on 4 January 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Superb evening! Service and Food were great. The restaurant is an attraction itself in a marvelous neighborhood in Edinburgh.
BlackwoodsResponded on 10 January 2020
Dear Guest, Thank you for your 5 star review. We hope to welcome you back again soon. Kind Regards Gary & the Blackwood's team
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OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on 25 December 2019
overall3food2service4ambience4
The food was bland, which was disappointing for a £75/person meal for Christmas Day. We had come hungry and were hoping for a hearty meal but each dish fell short. The staff were friendly and attentive and the ambiance was nice.
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Niko
London
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on 25 December 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Fantastic Christmas Dinner. Food and whisky are absolutely top.
BlackwoodsResponded on 10 January 2020
Dear Guest, Thank you for your 5 star review. We hope to welcome you back again soon. Kind Regards Gary & the Blackwood's team
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Fifer
London
6 reviews
1.0
6 reviews
Dined on 21 December 2019
overall1food1service4ambience3
Lovely place, very nice staff but the food was a big let down unfortunately. My steak was a decent size but was pretty tasteless. My Wife had fillet steak but it wasn't cooked medium as she requested and it was quite dry. On a plus point. The carrots and triple cooked chips were ok. Therefore unfortunately I have not added Blackwoods to our list of restaurants to revisit in the future.
BlackwoodsResponded on 10 January 2020
Dear Guest, Thank you for taking to time review your experience with us, I am sorry that it did not live up to your expectations on this occasion. Most certainly had anything been brought to our attention during your meal or during our checks we would of been delighted to rectify any issues. Naturally, I would be delighted to welcome you back in the near future. Please don't hesitate to get in touch directly. Kind Regards Gary Harding Restaurant Manager
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DavidF
Edinburgh
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on 7 December 2019
overall4food4service4ambience4
we had a very enjoyable family dinner here on a wet and dreary Saturday in December
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Yvonne
Toronto
4 reviews
2.0
4 reviews
Dined on 7 December 2019
overall2food1service3ambience1
Very poor. Overpriced. Sterile environment with little to now atmosphere. I had the salmon terrine. It was very dry. Served with dry bread and a few leaves without dressing. My husband had a red onion tart tartine that to be fair was tasty. But again dry salad. No dressing. Only a couple of leaves. Mains he has the sea bass. Very crisp skin served with rice. Far too salty. I had the fillet steak. Ordered medium rare. Was served well done and grey. Never send food back but I had to immediately return this. They were apologetic and made a second steak while husband had his meal. Disappointing. I had a glass of syrah which was good. Nothing special. He had a glass of sauv blanc. Bill was 82£. Very poor value. Would definitely not recommend.
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BermudaRocks
New York Area
12 reviews
4.0
12 reviews
Dined on 22 November 2019
overall4food4service4ambience4
Lovely ambiance, great steak and equally great service!
BlackwoodsResponded on 9 December 2019
Dear Guest, Thank you for your review. We hope to welcome you back again soon. Kind Regards Gary & the Blackwood's team
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OpenTable Diner
Edinburgh
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on 11 November 2019
overall4food4service4ambience4
Lovely place for a quiet meal.
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SimonW
Dublin
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 19 October 2019
overall5food4service4ambience5
An excellent restaurant for quiet dining as a couple or a small group. Tables are not crammed in which creates lovely ambiance where you could spend many hours. Thankfully you won’t spend too much either as prices are no more than any other city centre restaurant. Quality and service very good. Will definitely return when next in Edinburgh.
BlackwoodsResponded on 25 October 2019
Dear SimonW, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback and comments. We are delighted to read that you enjoyed your evening with us. We hope to welcome you back to Blackwood's Bar & Grill again soon. Kind Regards Gary and the Blackwood's team
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OpenTable Diner
Isle of Wight
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on 18 October 2019
overall4food4service5ambience5
The Restaurant was convenient. The staff were great. It was warm and inviting, lovely food and the best Truffle bread I have ever eaten! Truly delicious. Our only small niggle, if any, was the lack of Vegetarian choices. There were 3 vegetarians in our party and only one option. Having said that, all 3 thoroughly enjoyed the choice that there was. We might have dined there for our second night if there had been a couple of other choices.
BlackwoodsResponded on 25 October 2019
Dear Guest, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback and comments. We are delighted to read that you enjoyed your evening with us. We regularly review our menus and are always looking to improve our choices for diners. We hope to welcome you back to Blackwood's Bar & Grill again soon. Kind Regards Gary and the Blackwood's team
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dianeg
London
28 reviews
vip
1.0
28 reviews
Dined on 27 September 2019
overall1food1service2ambience3
Food just wasn't up to par. Hot breads as a starter should be lovely fresh warm bread and not bread which is not soft but toasted. The lamb rump was fatty and not tasty and no nice sauce / dressing. The side of vegetables never turned up. When we noted this on paying the response was one of apology but he'd been busy fixing TV's (assume because this is a hotel and limited staff to do more than one thing). Frankly that's not of interest to a diner and service and quality of food is key. Neither existed here.
BlackwoodsResponded on 29 September 2019
Dear Guest, Thank you for taking to time review your experience with us, I am sorry that it did not live up to your expectations on this occasion. Most certainly had anything been brought to our attention during your meal or during our checks we would of been delighted to rectify any issues. Naturally, I would be delighted to welcome you back in the near future. Please don't hesitate to get in touch directly. Kind Regards Gary Harding Restaurant Manager
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Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitising
- Surfaces sanitised between seatings
- Digital, disposable or sanitised menu provided
- Common areas deep-cleaned daily
- Sanitiser or wipes provided for customers
- Contactless payment available
Physical distancing
- Limited number of seated diners
- Extra space between tables

Screening
- Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

Blackwoods is rated 4.3 stars by 169 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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No. of diners

2 people

DateTime

1 Dec 2023

19:00

Booked 3 times today

6 Gloucester Place, Edinburgh, EH3 6EF

Additional information

Cross Street
Gloucester Place, India Street<br />New Town, Stockbridge<br />Edinburgh
Area
Stockbridge
Hours of Operation
Breakfast Mon–Fri 07:00–10:00 Sat, Sun 07:30–10:30 Dinner Tue–Sat 17:30–21:30
Price
£26 to £40
Cuisines
Steak, Italian, Scottish
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress Code
Casual Dress
Parking Details
On-street parking is available and is free of charge from 5.30pm each evening and all weekend
Public Transit
Circus Place and Kerr Street
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Wine

Website
http://blackwoodsedinburgh.com/
Phone number
0131 225 2720
Catering
We source local and regional cuisine, featuring ingredients farmed, caught or bred in Scotland. From farm or fishery to fork, we trace the provenance of our food, focusing on fresh, seasonal supplies. Keeping food miles to a minimum, our Chef goes out of his way to create succulent Scottish dishes.
Private party facilities
Blackwood's is the perfect setting for an intimate private dining experience. Whether you have a business dinner, awards ceremony, birthday, anniversary, or other family celebration we can create a bespoke menu to suit your dietary requirements and your budget.
Private party contact
Gary Harding: 0131 225 2720

Blackwoods

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What 169 people are saying

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Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitising

Physical distancing

Screening

FAQs

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