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1. The Ivy on the Square
4.3
Awesome(13537)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary British • Old Town
Booked 182 times today
Located in the heart of Edinburgh, The Ivy on the Square is an all-day British brasserie serving modern British and international Ivy-inspired classics.
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2. Bread Street Kitchen & Bar — Edinburgh
3.8
Excellent(713)
Price: Moderate
• British • New Town
Booked 58 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.
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3. Hard Rock Cafe - Edinburgh
4.4
Awesome(4566)
Price: Moderate
• American • New Town
Booked 79 times today
Hard Rock Cafe is a global phenomenon with 185 cafes that are visited by nearly 80 million guests each year. The first Hard Rock Cafe opened on June 14, 1971, in London, England, and from there the brand has expanded to major cities and exotic locations around the world.
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4. Greenwoods
4.7
Exceptional(1136)
Price: Moderate
• Breakfast • New Town
Booked 27 times today
The first breakfast brunch venue in Amsterdam finally makes it to Scotland! ALL DAY Breakfast / Brunch and Lunch menu. Vegan - Vegetarian and Gluten Free dishes and options. Fully licenced and located in the centre of town just off George Street and 5 minutes from Princes Street and the Station.Dutch inspired and owned.Homemade drinks and all food prepared fresh daily.We pride ourselves on sourcing top quality local ingredients and make our products fresh on the premises as much as we can. And of course, we also brought our Dutch roots with us as well. You’ll find it on the menu and in the restaurant itself. Fancy some traditional Dutch ‘appeltaart’ (apple pie)?
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5. Whiski Rooms
4.5
Awesome(2340)
Price: Moderate
• Scottish • Old Town
Booked 22 times today
Award Winning Whiski Rooms is located just off the Royal Mile on the prestigious mound. Our restaurant serves food all day which is freshly prepared using the best locally sourced produce. We have an extensive cocktail list, wine, and craft beer and a great whisky selection. Whiski Rooms has a reputation as being one of the best restaurants in Edinburgh, one of the best Whisky Bars in the world, the first Ardbeg Embassy in the UK, a whisky and gift shop, and a tasting room for daily whisky tastings.Whiski Rooms is located off the Royal Mile in the city centre looking over Princess Street where you will experience traditional Scottish food.
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6. Ragù Pasta
4.5
Awesome(21)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • New Town
Booked 63 times today
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.
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7. Urban Angel
4.6
Exceptional(860)
Price: Moderate
• British • Musselburgh
Booked 22 times today
Our café in central Edinburgh is open every day for brunch, lunch, coffee, cake & drinks, sit in or takeaway! We have indoor and outdoor seating available, and we are dog friendly. The finest, carefully sourced produce should be for every day, not just for special occasions.We always save space for walk ins! So if there are no online tables available, please pop by and we will get you seated as soon as possible.
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8. Gaucho Edinburgh
4.4
Awesome(3097)
Price: Expensive
• Steak • Edinburgh
Booked 54 times today
Just a short stroll from Waverley Station and steps from St. Andrew Square, Gaucho Edinburgh is our first restaurant in Scotland, bringing the finest free-range, grass-fed Aberdeen Angus beef from Argentina to the heart of the city. Along with big, bold Latin flavours, we offer a premium wine list that complements every dish. Step inside this sleek, modern glass building and you’ll be greeted by stylish interiors, featuring textures and tones inspired by the rich landscapes of Argentina. We proudly celebrate Scottish produce, working with Campbell’s Meats, the world-renowned IJ Mellis cheesemonger and Mark Murphy fruit and vegetables. Of course, we have a cocktail using Irn Bru and are pleased to serve Stewart’s Craft Lager, brewed out of Loanhead.Enjoy a cocktail at our bar or head downstairs to our dining room for a relaxed working lunch, or entertain in our stunning private wine room.
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9. Abbotsford Restaurant
4.5
Awesome(132)
Price: Moderate
• British • Old Town
Booked 9 times today
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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10. The Mussel and Steak Bar
4.6
Exceptional(494)
Price: Expensive
• Scottish • Old Town
Booked 21 times today
The Mussel & Steak Bar is dedicated to serving high quality, fresh and locally sourced seafood & steaks, with warm service and welcoming surroundings. Our restaurant is located at the bottom of Victoria Street in the heart of Edinburgh's Old Town, just a few steps from the historic Royal Mile. While enjoying the best mussels, oysters and steaks that Scotland has to offer, you can catch a glimpse of Edinburgh Castle from our window.Our menu features classic seafood and steak favourites with seasonal Scottish specialties: fresh oysters, kilo pots of steamed mussels, shellfish platters and delicious matured Scotch beef steaks. Sourced from the West to North coast of Scotland you can expect to find seafood specials of lobsters, crabs, langoustines and scallops.

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