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Abbotsford Restaurant, Edinburgh,

Abbotsford Restaurant

4.5
4.5
134 Reviews
£25 and under
British

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2+ people
23:00
Booked 8 times today
  • Charming
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • 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.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    British, Modern European
  • Hours of Operation
    Daily 12:00–22:00
  • Phone number
    0131 225 5276
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Area
    Old Town
  • Parking details
    None
  • Public transit
    2 minute walk from closest bus stops on George street, Hanover Street, Princes Street and South St David Street.
  • Additional
    Beer

What 134 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseEnergetic

Loved For

  • Edinburgh/Midlothian

    Best Ambience

  • Edinburgh/Midlothian

    Best Value

  • Edinburgh/Midlothian

    Good for business meals

  • Edinburgh

    Best Service

  • Edinburgh

    Best Ambience

  • Edinburgh

    Best Value

  • Edinburgh

    Good for business meals

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Abbotsford Restaurant offers a charming Scottish dining experience with "absolutely outstanding" service and "lovely local authentic" atmosphere. Standout server Joseph adds to the delight with his knowledge and humor. Guests rave about the "amazing" food, including the best haggis. It's a "perfect" spot for memorable gatherings in Edinburgh's historic setting.

134 Reviews
  1. Jennifer

    Edinburgh

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Awesome experience. As a wheelchair user they reserved a table in the downstairs bar in preparation, as well as a table in the restaurant. I managed to get up the stairs and were seated early. Steak and ale pie was stunning with accompanied vegetable and baby potatoes, all cooked to perfection. Made our away day of shopping in Edinburgh so special. Thank you !!

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  2. Noel

    N. Ireland

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely restaurant above a busy City bar. Food and service was Excellent. Definitely worth a visit when exploring Edinburgh

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  3. william

    Edinburgh

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 16 November 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    This was not only pub grub but it was very good pub grub. Would have no hesitation in using the Abbotsford on future visits to Edinburgh.

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  4. George

    London

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 16 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great food and service. Nice place. Only issue was not being able to taste a house wine (which they sold by the glass) before buying a bottle. Small issue. Didn’t detract from an excellent experience

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  5. Ian

    Edinburgh

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 10 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Busy night with the rugby being on but food was great and service fantastic.

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  6. Barbara

    Edinburgh

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on 1 November 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Our meal was average, pie lacked flavour, peas were undercooked . Sticky toffee pudding was very good. Had to ask for a clean wine glass as first one was smelly. Waiter was pleasant and the ambience is beautiful.

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  7. Ashley

    Dublin

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on 28 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolutely outstanding place. Joseph was very knowledgeable about the food and drinks available and such a laugh - really made the experience. Food was amazing. Best Haggis I’ve ever eaten and just a lovely local authentic Scottish pub and restaurant. I wish I could rate higher. Just go and experience for yourself!

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  8. Angus

    Edinburgh

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 26 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Joseph was run off his feet , but he is a star and part of the reason we come to The Abbottsford. We love our wee bolt hole in town.

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  9. Steve

    West Sussex

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 26 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely dining room upstairs. The staff could not have been more helpful. Joseph went above and beyond to make sure that everything was perfect.

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  10. Brigitte

    Washington DC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 13 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A lovely place; attractive setting. Food was very good. Not a huge selection but that’s often a good thing. Haggis was tasty; my first haggis! Our server was very sweet and helpful.

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Abbotsford Restaurant is rated 4.5 stars by 134 OpenTable diners.

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2+ people
23:00
Booked 8 times today
Google Map for Abbotsford Restaurant

3-5 Rose Street, Edinburgh, EH2 2PR

Additional information

  • Area
    Old Town
  • Hours of Operation
    Daily 12:00–22:00
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    British, Modern European
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    None
  • Public transit
    2 minute walk from closest bus stops on George street, Hanover Street, Princes Street and South St David Street.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Beer
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