Best Places to Dine and Drink in Edinburgh

The breadth of cuisine is truly illustrated in the two videos above, however for some alternate options check out my curated list of bars, restaurants, bake shops, artisans, pubs and hidden gems located around Edinburgh and nearby Queensferry.

• Oink Victoria Street
  34 Victoria Street, Edinburgh EH1 2JW
  Simple joint serving Scottish hog roasts in a roll with sauces. $
• La Barantine Victoria
  89 West Bow, Edinburgh EH1 2JP
  French cafe dishes, artisanal desserts, macarons and croissants. $
• The Pakora Bar
  111Holyrood Road, Edinburgh EH8 8AU, United Kingdom
  Casual setting for classic Indian eats such as pakora, samosas & soups with lassi drinks. $
• Heavenly Desserts Fountain Park
  130 Dundee St, Edinburgh EH11 1AF, United Kingdom
  Upmarket dessert cafe serving creative waffles, chocolate fondue & ice-cream sundaes. $$
• Mary’s Milk Bar
  19 Grassmarket, Edinburgh EH1 2HS, United Kingdom
  Simple, retro ice-cream parlour. $
• The White Hart Inn
  32 Grassmarket, Edinburgh EH1 2JU, United Kingdom
  Haunted Pub which claims to be the city’s oldest, live music nights, real ales and Scottish food. $
• The Last Drop
  74-78 Grassmarket, Edinburgh EH1 2JR, United Kingdom
  Atmospheric pub serving range of real ales and Scottish dishes. $$
• Maison Bleue
  36-38 Victoria St, Edinburgh EH1 2JW, United Kingdom
  Eclectic bistro with French, North African and Scottish dishes in a romantic retro interior. $$
• Deacon Brodies Tavern
  435 Lawnmarket, Edinburgh EH1 2NT, United Kingdom
  Tavern with a rich history and mixed clientele serving hearty classic British dishes and cask ales. $$
• The Fudge House of Edinburgh
  197 Canongate, Edinburgh EH8 8BN, United Kingdom
  Classic artisan Scottish Fudge. $
• Aizle
  38 Charlotte Square, Edinburgh EH2 4HQ, United Kingdom
  Modern European restaurant serving locally inspired and seasonal tasting menus in a refined dining room with a countryside vibe. $$$
• Forage & Chatter
  1A Alva St, Edinburgh EH2 4PH, United Kingdom
  Casual restaurant for a menu making use of Scotlands natural bounty. $$$
• Tapa
  19 Shore Pl, Leith, Edinburgh EH6 6SW, United Kingdom
  Authentic Spanish cuisine served tapas-style with rioja and sangria in tiled Hispanic decor. $$
• Makars Mash Bar
  9-12 Bank St, Edinburgh EH1 2LN, United Kingdom
  Unfussy restaurant specializing in mashed potatoes paired with meat or vegetarian toppings. $$
• Brewhemia
  1A Market St, Edinburgh EH1 1DE, United Kingdom
  Woodsy-chic venue with lounge areas offering European fare, cocktails, beers and entertainment. $$$
• Bertie’s Proper Fish & Chips
  9 Victoria St, Edinburgh EH1 2HE, United Kingdom
  Stylish bi-level stop offering a hearty seafood classics menu and a Scottish delicacy deep fried mars bar. $$
• Bennets Bar
  8 Leven St, Edinburgh EH3 9LG, United Kingdom
  Historic venue offering 150 + malt whiskies and Scottish menus. $$
• The Fishmarket
  Harbour, 23A Pier Pl, Newhaven, Edinburgh EH6 4LP, United Kingdom
  Sustainable boat to table fish n chips, seafood establishment. $$
• The Mussel and Steak Bar
  110 W Bow, Grassmarket, Edinburgh EH1 2HH, United Kingdom
  Compact diner serving prepared Scottish steak and seafood, with daily seasonal specials. $$
• Tasty Buns
  67 Bread St, Edinburgh EH3 9AH, United Kingdom
  Cozy bake shop & cafe offering homemade brownies, cakes, scones and sweet treats. $
• Wee Buddha
  2B Jamaica St, Edinburgh EH3 6HH, United Kingdom
  Pan-Asian eatery with ice cream, beer, wine and cocktails in a relaxed minimal setting. $$
• Tattu Edinburgh
  18 W Register St, Edinburgh EH2 2AA, United Kingdom
  Traditional and modern Chinese cuisine served in a opulent restaurant. $$
• Sofia’s Lounge
  166 Fountainbridge, Edinburgh EH3 9RX, United Kingdom
  Unassuming restaurant specializing in Lebanese cuisine. $$
• Rojava Restaurant
  97-101 Morrison St, Edinburgh EH3 8BX, United Kingdom
  Rustic, art-filled setting for Kurdish & Lebanese eats. $$
• Daika Kurdish Grill
  3 Johnston Terrace, Edinburgh EH1 2PW, United Kingdom
  Gregarious central Kurdish and Middle Eastern restaurant. $$
• Burgers and Beers Grillhouse
  192A High St, Edinburgh EH1 1RW, United Kingdom
  Wood and metal dominates the casual dining room of this venue for 100% Aberdeen Angus burgers. $$
• Kyloe
  1-3 Rutland St, Edinburgh EH1 2AE, United Kingdom
  Steak restaurant in the Rutland Hotel for Scottish beef. $$$
• Hawksmoor Edinburgh
  23 W Register St, Edinburgh EH2 2AA, United Kingdom
  Prime cuts of matured beef, seafood & other British classics. $$$
• The Boat House
  22 High St, South Queensferry EH30 9PP, United Kingdom
  Inspired Scottish fish and seafood menu in simple nautical-styled interior with Forth Bridge views. $$
• The Wee Restaurant
  17 Main St, North Queensferry, Inverkeithing KY11 1JG, United Kingdom
  Intimate fine-dining bistro serving creative Scottish menu utilizing locally sourced produced. $$$
  
  Undecided, alternatively checkout the various food tours available in Edinburgh below:
  Edinburgh Food Tours, Edinburgh Pub Crawl, Edinburgh Cheese Tour and Whisky Tour
  

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