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Rhubarb Restaurant, Edinburgh,

Rhubarb Restaurant

4.8
4.8
112 Reviews
£41 and over
British

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2 people
20:30
  • Charming
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  • Romantic
Minimalists and speed-eaters, avert your eyes. Rhubarb has arrived in all its opulent, theatrical, lingering glory. Set in twenty acres of gorgeous parkland yet a short drive from the Royal Mile, Rhubarb and its hotel home, Prestonfield, are the creation of James Thomson. Black-kilted porters escort you to Rhubarb's two oval Regency dining rooms decorated in baroque splendour, with giant chandeliers, silk wall coverings, and ancestral portraits. The menu, created by chef John McMahon, uses classic techniques and modern inspiration to transform ingredients into sublime grub. Popular dishes include the Gewurztraminer poached foie gras, the breast of Loue chicken on tarragon risotto, and the assiette of rhubarb desserts. There are more than five hundred wines to choose from, and more than one hundred malts.

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What 112 people are saying

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4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 5Ambience
  • 4.6Value

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Rhubarb Restaurant offers an "amazing" dining experience in an "elegant and interesting location," with "exceptional food and service." Set in the stunning Prestonfield House, it's perfect for special occasions. Guests rave about the "beautifully decorated" rooms, "impressive" wine list, and "delicious" dishes, making it an "unforgettable" destination.

112 Reviews
  1. Zed VIP

    London1 review

    4.0

    Dined on 8 February 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Service can be patchy, and at times struggling to cope with the guests. The kitchen doesn’t take an easy approach to allergies.

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  2. Michael

    Orlando10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 7 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolutely fabulous. From the venue, the greeting, the decor, the food and the service, it could not have been better. Will be definitely be back.

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  3. Fanie

    Montreal12 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 30 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The entire experience was exceptional. All of the team members was very profesionnal and warm. The food was delicious and the vegan set menu was a very appreciated option. The mansion is absolutely beautiful and magical.

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  4. Cynthia

    Pittsburgh4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 4 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The most beautiful restaurant! Cocktails, food, service…. All perfect! It is an Edinburgh hidden gem! And there is a CAT (Outside of course), a very charming one named Raven. The doormen are pretty special too!

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  5. Erika

    Chicago6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 23 September 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    What an amazing experience. The food was absolutely delicious and the service was above and beyond! We went for our last night in Scotland, so glad we found this restaurant! Well worth it!

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  6. Chrish VIP

    New York City21 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 12 September 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The venue is superb and relaxing. The service was excellent and corrected food issues.

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  7. jameson

    Greater Boston2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 5 August 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a change to our original plans to eat at a different restaurant, after mentioning to our hosts that we had reservations at a location that they were not sure if we would have a satisfactory meal. They suggested Rhubarb, which is in a beautiful hotel, and is a sister restaurant to The Witchery in Old Town Edinburgh and thank goodness they did. Everything, from the arrival to the host stand to the dinner itself was as if we were in a wonderful dream. The service was second to none and I on more than one occasion asked our server if he would “jump ship” and come to America to work in my hotel! The food was the real showstopper, however, as they took otherwise basic ingredients and made it into pure artistry, and we were completely dazzled to say the least. Please accept our most hearty thanks for getting us a table on rather short notice, and for providing us with an experience that is one for the history books. We cannot wait to see you again when we come back to Edinburgh! Jameson Moreau New Orleans, LA

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  8. Cathy VIP

    Austin28 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 19 July 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Quintessential, Elegant, English Restaurant in a beautiful setting with staff that is trained to deliver excellence throughout the experience. Highly recommend this restaurant!

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  9. OpenTable Diner

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 27 June 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    One of the best food and ambience of the world. It is worth a detour.

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  10. Foodie123 VIP

    Charleston22 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 19 May 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This place is beautiful! The service and food was amazing! A great place to celebrate our 40th anniversary! I highly recommend Rhubarb.

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Rhubarb Restaurant is rated 4.8 stars by 112 OpenTable diners.

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Prestfield Road, Prestonfield, Edinburgh, EH16 5UT

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    £41 and over
  • Cuisines
    British
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Daily 12:00–16:30 Dinner Daily 16:45–22:00
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Parking is free.
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