Enable JavaScript to run this app.
Skip to main content
OpenTable logo
  1. Home
  2. United Kingdom
  3. Edinburgh/Midlothian
  4. Edinburgh
  5. Old Town
Profile - Merchants, Edinburgh, Edinburgh

Merchants

4.7
4.7
86 Reviews
£26 to £40
Scottish

Make a booking

2 people
19:00
Booked 6 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Good for groups
Back after more than a two year closure following the George IV Bridge in late 2021, Merchants has undergone a full refurbishment. Merchants serves Scottish cuisine in one of the most bustling areas of Edinburgh. Braised shin of beef, haggis and seared seabass are some of the dishes on an ever-changing menu, and the restaurant is happy to try and cater for any specific dietary requirements. Situated at 17 Merchant Street, Merchants Restaurant is proud to use fresh, locally sourced produce in its dishes. Historic Edinburgh Castle is a nine-minute journey on foot and Greyfriars Kirkyard a mere two minutes walk.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    Scottish, British, European
  • Hours of Operation
    Thu–Sat 18:00–00:00
  • Phone number
    0131 225 4009
  • Payment Options
    Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress

Experiences

  • Thursday Set Menu - 2 Crs £25.50 or 3 Crs £32.50

    £25.50 - £32.50 per person

    5 Nov 2024 - 30 Nov 2024
    £25.50 for 2 courses or £32.50 for 3 courses.
    Thursday Set Menu - 2 Crs £25.50 or 3 Crs £32.50 photo

What 86 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.6Value

NoiseEnergetic

Loved For

  • Edinburgh/Midlothian

    Good for business meals

  • Edinburgh/Midlothian

    Gluten-free-friendly

  • Edinburgh/Midlothian

    Good for groups

  • Edinburgh

    Good for business meals

  • Edinburgh

    Gluten-free-friendly

  • Edinburgh

    Good for groups

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Merchants offers a delightful dining experience with "excellent food" and "exceptional service." Guests rave about the "friendly and attentive staff" and the restaurant's charming ambiance. The menu caters to various dietary needs, ensuring a satisfying experience for all. Located in a beautiful setting, it's a "hidden gem" worth visiting again.

86 Reviews
  1. Douglas

    Berkshire

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic food, great service. From the Haggis Spring roll to the Chocolate pave each course was superb. Decent and well priced wine list too. A great date night for my wife and I.

    Is this helpful?

  2. Jan

    Edinburgh

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 9 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Just a delightful meal - all the options we had were excellent. Great taste; sophisticated blends; good size portions and excellent value. Never been before - it won't be our last!!

    Is this helpful?

  3. Cody

    Charleston

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 9 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a great experience! Logan took excellent care of us and was very enthusiastic about recommendations when asked. The food and drinks were amazing! There were six of us and the seating was comfortable and the ambience at night was wonderful. Highly recommend!

    Is this helpful?

  4. Iain

    Edinburgh

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 1 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A fabulous evening from start to finish, Kirsty and her team were so attentive. The food was delicious and beautifully presented. Can’t recommend Merchants enough. The best Cranachan ever . We will be back

    Is this helpful?

  5. Paul

    Dublin

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 1 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Superb experience . Great food and friendly service

    Is this helpful?

  6. Fabrice

    Edinburgh

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 31 October 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very good food and quality for value (set menu on Thursday); service was quick and friendly ; 2 flats: no bread left when asked to the staff, the wine was horrendous (tried the South African and French) => the restaurant would win a lot to have some good quality for value wines on the menu

    Is this helpful?

  7. Sam

    London

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 24 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing food, great service and very good value, no complaints!

    Is this helpful?

  8. Per Christian

    Edinburgh

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 19 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was a fantastic meal. Very nice place and fine atmosphere.

    Is this helpful?

  9. Rebecca

    Nashville

    6 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on 17 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely restaurant. Friendly and attentive staff. Food was phenomenal!!

    Is this helpful?

  10. benoit

    Edinburgh

    11 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on 27 September 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    First time but will comeback. Great experience and friendly staff

    Is this helpful?

FAQs

Merchants is rated 4.7 stars by 86 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

2 people
19:00
Booked 6 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Merchants

17 Merchant Street, Edinburgh, Edinburgh EH1 2QD

Additional information

  • Area
    Old Town
  • Hours of Operation
    Thu–Sat 18:00–00:00
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    Scottish, British, European
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment Options
    Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Privacy Policy
  • Terms of Use
  • Impressum
  • Cookies and Interest-Based Ads
  • Cookie Preferences
Copyright © 2024 OpenTable International Ltd. Alphabeta Building, 14-18 Finsbury Square, London EC2A 1AH - All rights reserved.
OpenTable is part of Booking Holdings, the world leader in online travel and related services.
Booking Logo
Priceline Logo
KAYAK Logo
Agoda Logo
OpenTable Logo