Best Casual Restaurants in Tollcross/Fountain Bridge

39 restaurants available nearby

1. Piccolino

4.5

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Old Town

As the team at Edinburgh’s Piccolino will tell you themselves, no love is more sincere than love of food. Italian food, in this case, as Piccolino is one of the most delightful Italian restaurants in this part of the Old Town, right on High Riggs Street and a stone’s throw from all kinds of Edinburgh attractions. The authentic menu offers quality rather than quantity meaning you can be assured that whatever you order has been prepared with love by chefs who care about what they’re doing. Piccolino will warm your heart and certainly fill your stomach so reserve a table now – you’ll not regret it.

2. The Blackbird

4.5

Awesome(334)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary British • Tollcross/Fountain Bridge

Booked 2 times today

The Blackbird Bar and Restaurant, at 37-39 Leven Street in the Bruntsfield area of south-west Edinburgh, serves modern Scottish cuisine. It is located close to The Meadows public park, less than 10 minutes by car or taxi from Waverley and Haymarket Railway Stations; Edinburgh Castle and the city centre are around 20 minutes' walk away. The exposed stone walls of its traditional, tavern-like interior give it an authentically Scottish atmosphere and it also has a beer garden in which to enjoy an al fresco drink or bite to eat in the warmer summer months. The Blackbird’s menu is composed of gourmet burgers, fresh fish of the day, hearty soups and sumptuous salads, to be accompanied by something from the drinks menu – a glass of craft beer, premium ale or fine wine, perhaps – organic teas and coffees are also available.

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3. Loudons Fountainbridge

4.5

Awesome(22)

Price: Moderate

• Breakfast • Musselburgh

Booked 13 times today

Loudons Café & Bakery serves Scottish and continental delicacies from its location at 94B Fountainbridge. Burgers, quiche, soup and pancakes, as well as a vast selection of cakes feature on a menu where most items are made on site and ingredients are locally sourced. The large centrally located cafe is child-friendly and has outdoor seating and free wi-fi and house an in-house bakery downstairs. Loudon's is about ten minutes’ walk away from Haymarket Railway Station, and a sixteen minute walk from the historic Edinburgh Castle.

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4. The Neighbourhood – Kitchen | Bar | Garden

4.2

Awesome(66)

Price: Moderate

• Scottish • Edinburgh

The Neighbourhood Kitchen | Bar | Garden offers a casual yet refined dining experience with freshly cooked dishes using the finest Scottish produce. Our Bar stocks a carefully chosen wine list and handpicked selection of malt whisky and craft gins, along with exciting cocktails that are Instagram-ready. Our newly refurbished bar & restaurant provides a warm and friendly atmosphere perfect for a Saturday night out, as well as for a family dinner. Our beer garden is described by many as a hidden gem, as it is located in our well-appointed garden where you’ll be surrounded by many beautiful plants and easily forget you're in the city centre of Edinburgh when enjoying a cocktail or two.

5. Harajuku Kitchen

4.3

Awesome(169)

Price: Moderate

• Japanese • Edinburgh

Harajuku Kitchen fuses traditional family recipes that have been passed down for 3 generations, with innovative AA rosette level flair, to bring the finest Japanese cuisines to Edinburgh.Wholesome Japanese food crafted with passion, for utmost authenticity and originality. Harajuku Kitchen delivers the true flavours of Japan with a touch of style from Tokyo right in the heart of Edinburgh.

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6. Bread Street Kitchen & Bar — Edinburgh

4.0

Excellent(761)

Price: Moderate

• British • New Town

Booked 39 times today

Located on St Andrew Square, Bread Street Kitchen is a modern all-day restaurant between Princes Street and Queen Street - the perfect place for a get together with friends, family, colleagues, or even a treat for yourself. Don't miss our classic Gordon Ramsay dishes, from Beef Wellington and traditional fish & chips, to rare-breed steaks and delicious seasonal salads. We also have some exciting Scottish inspired dishes on the menu. Plus, try our amazing cocktails, drinks and wine lists. We can't wait to welcome you to our restaurant and bar - you can join us for lunch, dinner and late night drinks 7 days a week.

7. Cold Town House

4.4

Awesome(1815)

Price: Moderate

• Brewery • Edinburgh

Booked 21 times today

Craft beer brewed on-site, delicious Neapolitan pizzas and one of the best views of Edinburgh Castle from our Rooftop Terrace. Cold Town House is where it’s happening. Best Beer Bar Winner at the Scottish Beer Awards 2021 & National Pizza Awards Finalist 2021! THREE DIFFERENT AREAS* The Brewhouse - Our main restaurant and drinks area is a cool wooden interior with references to beer throughout. It's all about atmosphere! Dog-friendly.* Pizza & Prosecco Floor - A gorgeous interior on our first floor. Our microbrewery and pizza oven are on this floor, so you can watch our team in action as they cook and brew for you.* Rooftop Terrace - Cocktails, beers and an exclusive food menu served under a glorious view of Edinburgh Castle. Our iconic rooftop is perfect for any outdoor occasionLast bookings for food are at 8.45pm, later bookings will only be for drinks. Please note that our Terrace closes at 10pm daily.Walk-ins welcome!

8. Ragù Pasta

4.4

Awesome(26)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • New Town

Ragu Pasta is an authentic Italian restaurant located in Edinburgh specialising in fresh pasta, made daily in our kitchen. The atmosphere is warm and welcoming, with rustic decor and a cozy atmosphere. Our menu showcases 10 pasta dishes including our speciality, slow cooked ragus along side seasonal pasta specials, Italian classic side dishes and desserts. We believe in simplicity and showcasing our superior Italian ingredients and hand crafted pasta. We pride ourselves on providing a friendly and relaxed vibe making Ragu Pasta a great spot for casual meals from day to night. Conveniently located in the New Town of Edinburgh close to Princes Street, Rose Street and a short walk from Waverley train station.

9. First Coast

4.4

Awesome(445)

Price: Expensive

• Scottish • Edinburgh

Booked 15 times today

Just a short walk from Haymarket train station, First Coast is a local, independent neighbourhood restaurant. Over the past 11 years we’ve built a strong reputation for serving top quality modern Scottish food at reasonable prices.Named after a small village in Wester Ross, where the owner has fond memories of eating brilliant Scottish produce during his childhood holidays, First Coast’s menu has something for everyone. Fresh fish is delivered daily, we offer a good range of tasty vegetarian options, J Gilmour butchers supply us with quality Aberdeen Angus steak, and we also make our own haggis

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10. Edinburgh - Bucks Bar Hanover Street

4.7

Exceptional(226)

Price: Moderate

• American • New Town

Booked 23 times today

Welcome to Bucks Bar Hanover St. We look forward to welcoming you! The best free range buttermilk fried chicken you've ever tasted! Buck's is a rock’n’roll bar specialising in authentic buttermilk fried chicken, seriously addictive Nashville hot chicken, cocktails, beers and Bourbon. Live music every Saturday night! 40% Off Selected Cocktails Monday - Wednesday weekly offers www.bucksbar.co.uk

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Marion
Angus/Fife •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Excellent breakfast but £5 for orange juice is pretty steep & £2 for a fried egg??
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Loudons FountainbridgePrice: Moderate• Breakfast• Musselburgh
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4.5
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Matthew
Yorkshire •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Exceptional food. Sea food linguine was amazing, lasagne delightful and the mussels were made to our taste. Could not fault it.
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PiccolinoPrice: Expensive• Italian• Old Town
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4.5
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Amanda
Edinburgh/Midlothian •7 reviews
4.0
Dined on 29 Dec 2024
We booked drinks between Christmas and New Year - table was good and service very attentive and helpful.
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The BlackbirdPrice: Moderate• Contemporary British• Tollcross/Fountain Bridge
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4.5
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Caitlin
London •1 review
5.0
Dined on 6 Dec 2024
Me and a a friend needed somewhere to go before seeing a show at the Churchill theatre, with lots of places booked up we got a table here. The food and service was absolutely excellent can’t fault it , we just wish we had more time to enjoy it a bit more! Will defiantly be back!!!
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The Neighbourhood – Kitchen | Bar | GardenPrice: Moderate• Scottish• Edinburgh
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4.2
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Chris
New York City •6 reviews
5.0
Dined on 23 Nov 2024
What a gem. Lovely food, Great service. we had a range of starters and rolls and sushi and it was all absolutely delicious. Highly recommended.
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Harajuku KitchenPrice: Moderate• Japanese• Edinburgh
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4.3

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39 restaurants available nearby

1. Piccolino

2. The Blackbird

3. Loudons Fountainbridge

4. The Neighbourhood – Kitchen | Bar | Garden

5. Harajuku Kitchen

6. Bread Street Kitchen & Bar — Edinburgh

7. Cold Town House

8. Ragù Pasta

9. First Coast

10. Edinburgh - Bucks Bar Hanover Street

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