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Society Bar & Kitchen, Edinburgh, Edinburgh

Society Bar & Kitchen

4.6 (316)
£25 and under
Mediterranean
1 Waterloo Pl, Edinburgh, Edinburgh EH1 3BG

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2 people
19:30
Booked 8 times today

About this restaurant

  • Great for brunch
  • Lively
  • Charming
Welcome to Society, where you'll find a warm and inviting atmosphere paired with efficient and friendly service. Our staff takes pride in making your dining experience enjoyable and memorable. Our delicious menu features a variety of breakfast choices, including the highly recommended Breakfast Bun. For those seeking an evening meal, we offer a delectable range of pizzas, salads, and a comprehensive selection of wines, beers, and cocktails. With panoramic views of Princes Street and St James Shopping Centre, Society provides the perfect backdrop for a relaxing and tasty brunch, lunch, or dinner in Edinburgh. Plus, we're conveniently located near iconic landmarks like Calton Hill and just steps away from Edinburgh Waverley railway station. Join us and discover why our customers return time and again, eager to share the joy of their dining experience with friends and family.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    Mediterranean
  • Hours of Operation
    Daily 08:00–15:00 Daily 16:00–21:00
  • Phone number
    0131 259 8294
  • Website
    http://www.societyedinburgh.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Carte Blanche, Cash not accepted, Cheque Gourmet, Diners Club, Discover, Eurocheque Card, JCB, Mastercard, Sodexo Card, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Location
    1 Waterloo Pl, Edinburgh, Edinburgh EH1 3BG
  • Area
    New Town
  • Cross Street
    Near the iconic North Bridge offering stunning views & city centre acce
  • Parking details
    None
  • Public transit
    The nearest bus stop is Princes Street (Waverley Steps).
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Gender Neutral Restroom, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Menu

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What 316 people are saying

Society Bar & Kitchen 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
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.4Value

Noise • Energetic

Loved For

  • Edinburgh

    Best Ambience

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Society Bar & Kitchen offers a "cracking brunch" with standout eggs Benedict and delightful pizzas. While the menu has shifted to mainly steak and pizza, the vibrant atmosphere and "fantastic service" from staff like Kate and Divya shine through. Its central location and welcoming vibe make it a "gem in the middle of Edinburgh."

316 Reviews

  1. David

    Phoenix / Arizona2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The Mama Club as a wrap is so delicious and filling! Sophie, our server, was efficient and friendly.

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  2. Jeff

    Dallas1 review

    4.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great place. Very good food. Our server, Daisy was fantastic.

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  3. Paul

    Glasgow3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful birthday meal for my son. The service especially from Kate was exceptional.

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  4. Luca

    Scot. Islands1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 15 May 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely place and interesting menù with lots of healthy options.

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  5. Karen

    Edinburgh/Midlothian3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 15 May 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely afternoon, food and staff wonderful- thank you so much

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  6. Richard

    London2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 13 May 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Cracking brunch and the eggs Benedict were delicious

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  7. Joe

    Milwaukee1 review

    1.0

    Dined on 7 May 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 2
    The menu posted on this restaurants is not at all what they offer. On the website is a broad range of items. In reality all they offer is pizza and steak. Several other dinners came in and left before ordering when they understood the deception. Waiters had no credible excuses for the change or why it was not communicated on the website.

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  8. Debbie

    Edinburgh/Midlothian3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 3 May 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My daughter and I had the most delicious pizza & Hugo spritz here prior to our visit to the playhouse, the service from beginning to the end of our meal was attentive, professional and friendly, our server was Divya , what a polite young lady you are. The new menu was delicious and very reasonable priced for Edinburgh city centre, perfect location if your shopping in ST James quarter too, overall 5 stars from us two, no faults to be found Thank you

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  9. Sharon

    Dorset1 review

    1.0

    Dined on 1 May 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    The dinner menu is not what is stated on the website. It is greatly reduced and consists of only steak or pizza. So disappointed. We chose to go elsewhere. However, the staff we met were superb: friendly, polite and helpful.

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  10. Shirley

    Edinburgh/Midlothian1 review

    1.0

    Dined on 30 April 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 2
    Staff rude, long delay to speak to a waiter, the menu had been changed dramatically from what was advertised on -line. Only food available was steak and pizza!! We could eat neither and left the restaurant hugely disappointed. Will not be returning.

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Society Bar & Kitchen is rated 4.6 stars by 316 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people
19:30
Booked 8 times today
Google Map for Society Bar & Kitchen

1 Waterloo Pl, Edinburgh, Edinburgh EH1 3BG

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Near the iconic North Bridge offering stunning views & city centre acce
  • Area
    New Town
  • Hours of Operation
    Daily 08:00–15:00 Daily 16:00–21:00
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    Mediterranean
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    None
  • Public transit
    The nearest bus stop is Princes Street (Waverley Steps).
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Carte Blanche, Cash not accepted, Cheque Gourmet, Diners Club, Discover, Eurocheque Card, JCB, Mastercard, Sodexo Card, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Gender Neutral Restroom, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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