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The Basement, Edinburgh, Edinburgh

The Basement

4.7
4.7
1301 Reviews
£26 to £40
Mexican

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2 people
20:30
Booked 40 times today
  • Lively
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Good for groups
Do you love tacos, fajitas guacamole and all things Mexican? Come join us underground! We’ve got a masivo collection of tequila and mezcal waiting for you to try. And when it comes to cocktails, there’s plenty on offer but you can’t go wrong with a margarita!

🧒 Under 18s welcome until 10pm with food, last sitting for under 18s is 8pm
🐶 Dog-friendly in our bar & outdoor areas
🏃 Walk-ins welcome
🍹 Bookings for food & drink and just drinks welcome
📅 Contact us directly for bookings of 8 or more

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    Mexican, Mexican / Southwestern, American
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 16:00–00:00 Fri–Sun 12:00–01:00
  • Phone number
    0131 557 0097
  • Website
    http://www.basement-bar-edinburgh.co.uk/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Private party facilities
    We have a separate area in the back which can hold up to 15 people.
  • Location
    12a, 10a Broughton St, Edinburgh, Edinburgh EH1 3RH
  • Area
    New Town
  • Cross Street
    York Place
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    York Place Tram Stop, Edinburgh Bus Route 08. We are around a 10-minute walk from Waverley Train Station and are just around the corner from the Bus Station.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wine
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What 1,301 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
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.6Value

Noise • Energetic

Loved For

  • Edinburgh/Midlothian

    Lively

  • Edinburgh

    Lively

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Basement is a bustling Mexican restaurant in Edinburgh, known for its "amazing food" and "friendly, attentive service." Guests praise the vibrant atmosphere and delicious cocktails. Ideal for a pre-theater meal, it offers authentic dishes and a welcoming vibe. Reservations are highly recommended for this "hidden gem."

1,301 Reviews

  1. Margaret

    Glasgow

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food and service was brilliant was start to finish definitely be back
    The BasementResponded 1 day ago
    Margaret, we're glad you had such a wonderful experience with us! Thank you, and have a fantastic day! The Basement Team!

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  2. Amy

    Tampa

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 19 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Evie and Harry were wonderful. Drinks spot on. Food was delicious.
    The BasementResponded on 22 December 2024
    Amy, thank you for your kind review; we are happy to pass along your comments to the team here at The Basement! Thank you, and have a fantastic day! The Basement Team!

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  3. Rod

    Vancouver

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 18 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and drink. Service was excellent from Harry as were his recommendations for food.
    The BasementResponded on 21 December 2024
    Rod, it's experiences like yours that really keep us motivated! Thank you, and have a fantastic day! The Basement Team!

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  4. Jamie

    Newcastle

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 17 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Brilliant service and selection of drinks. Food was tasty highly recommend the tacos!
    The BasementResponded on 19 December 2024
    Jamie, we are so pleased you enjoyed your visit to The Basement! We hope to see you soon! The Basement Team!

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  5. Katherine

    VIP

    London

    15 reviews

    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on 16 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent service and food was delicious. Would highly recommend the chicken quesadilla
    The BasementResponded on 19 December 2024
    Hi Katherine, we are very happy to have provided you with such a positive experience! We can't wait to see you again, have a great day. The Basement Team!

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  6. Alecia

    Manchester

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 15 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    So much choice for gluten free and rbe tastiest Mexican we've ever had. And the best Guacamole ever! Made in front of you fresh as can be. Thanks
    The BasementResponded on 21 December 2024
    We appreciate your positive review about your recent experience with us! We're glad to hear we delivered such a great experience. If there's anything further we can do for you, we are happy to help! The Basement Team!

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  7. Emma

    Warwickshire

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 14 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was amazing and the service was great too! Would definitely come back again.
    The BasementResponded on 17 December 2024
    Emma, thank you so much for the positive review! Thank you, and have a fantastic day! The Basement Team!

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  8. Scott

    Glasgow

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 14 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great staff, great service, great cocktails and fantastic food! Nothing more you could want
    The BasementResponded on 17 December 2024
    Scott, we are so pleased you enjoyed your visit to The Basement! Thank you again for the great review! The Basement Team!

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  9. Rosemary

    Glasgow

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 14 December 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Lovely cocktails,food delicious, some areas of restaurant a bit dark , service excellent ,very friendly ,efficient staff
    The BasementResponded on 17 December 2024
    Thank you for taking the time to let us know how we did. We hope you have a great day Thank you again for leaving us this response! The Basement Team!

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  10. Jillian

    Edinburgh

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 13 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent service, food was amazing and the restaurant had a great atmosphere.
    The BasementResponded on 13 December 2024
    Thank you for the lovely review Jillian! We hope to see you again soon! Thanks The Basement Team!

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FAQs

The Basement is rated 4.7 stars by 1301 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
20:30
Booked 40 times today
Google Map for The Basement

12a, 10a Broughton St, Edinburgh, Edinburgh EH1 3RH

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    York Place
  • Area
    New Town
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 16:00–00:00 Fri–Sun 12:00–01:00
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    Mexican, Mexican / Southwestern, American
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    York Place Tram Stop, Edinburgh Bus Route 08. We are around a 10-minute walk from Waverley Train Station and are just around the corner from the Bus Station.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wine
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