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Abbotsford Restaurant, Edinburgh,

Abbotsford Restaurant

4.6
4.6
158 Reviews
£25 and under
British

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2 people
19:00
Booked 3 times today
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Charming
  • Good for groups
The Abbotsford serves wholesome pub food in one of the busiest parts of Edinburgh’s New Town. Classic pub fare is the mainstay of the menu, with dishes including beer battered haddock and chips, steak and ale pie, and haggis, neeps and tatties, and diners have the choice of dining al fresco, in the main bar, or in the restaurant. Situated at 3-5 Rose Street this is a pub beloved by diners and popular with locals and tourists alike. Edinburgh Waverley station is a five minute walk on foot, and historic Edinburgh Castle and the famous Royal Mile are a ten minute walk.

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What 158 people are saying

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4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.7Value

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  • Edinburgh/Midlothian

    Neighbourhood gem

  • Edinburgh

    Neighbourhood gem

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Abbotsford Restaurant in Edinburgh is renowned for its "excellent service" and "delicious food," with standout dishes like haggis and steak pie. Diners appreciate the "friendly and attentive staff," especially Joseph, who is "very knowledgeable." The restaurant is celebrated for its "authentic Scottish pub" atmosphere and "great value for money."

158 Reviews
  1. Jim

    Perthshire9 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 3 March 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    As always a very good experience at the Abbotsford last night. The Monument burger is certainly a challenge for those who like a good burger!! Only slight complaint was that our coffees were delivered to table before our ice creams, however overall happy to recommend the Abbotsford to anyone looking for a good Scottish dining experience in one of Edinburgh's oldest pubs.

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    Greece4 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 1 March 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Decent restaurant with good service, limited menu but tasty food. Recommend!

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  3. Laura

    Edinburgh2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 28 February 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Leuke pub! We zijn er 4 dagen geweest en hebben er 2x gegeten. Ze hebben de beste hamburger en frietjes! Leuke sfeer, attend personeel en voor herhaling vatbaar.

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  4. RoPi

    Edinburgh2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 24 February 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Excellent place for a good traditional lunch, followed by a drink in the bar.

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  5. Bob

    Edinburgh13 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 24 February 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Nice lunch with friends and food was really good. 3 of us had battered fish & chips which was excellent and service was great. Ate in restaurant upstairs which had a nice vibe

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  6. Colin VIP

    Edinburgh1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 24 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Bar staff knew what I wanted to drink as soon as I entered

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  7. James

    Edinburgh2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 10 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic food, great atmosphere, friendly and efficient staff.

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  8. Ann

    Edinburgh1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 4 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Not a large menu, but went there as near to hotel we were staying at and they did haggis. Staff were friendly and service was quick. Food came out hot and well presented.

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  9. Vera

    Edinburgh1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 1 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very kind servers, the food was simple but so tasty. Would definitely visit again!!

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  10. Jim

    Perthshire9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 27 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    As always service was very good, food was excellent. It was very quiet however not unexpected on a Monday evening at end of January! I would recommend the Abbotsford to anyone looking for a good Scottish dining experience - it is a gem of a pub!!

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Abbotsford Restaurant is rated 4.6 stars by 158 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 3 times today
Google Map for Abbotsford Restaurant

3-5 Rose Street, Edinburgh, EH2 2PR

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    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    British, Modern European
  • Hours of Operation
    Daily 12:00–22:00
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
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    None
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