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Ignite
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- Food served: Mon–Sun noon–2pm, 5.30–11pm
- Number of wines sold by the glass: 4
- Also offers: Vegetarian options (at least ¼ main courses), Children's portions, Children's high chairs, Wheelchair access
- Music on stereo: Nothing
- Capacity: 60
- Largest group: 60
- Open since: 2004
- Average price:
£8.50 (set lunch)
£19 (evening meal) - House wine: £14.25 per bottle
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Don’t be misled by the incendiary name of this Haymarket restaurant: Ignite can lay claim to being one of the most relaxed Indian restaurants in the capital. There’s no background music, the décor is smart though muted and simple, and the waiters weave between tables with unobtrusive grace. The focus here is very much on the food. While the lengthy menu is composed of the familiar north Indian/Bengali staples beloved the length and breadth of the British Isles, the freshness of ingredients and the attention to detail elevates it above standard fare. Starters include a plate of crispy, deep-fried piazi dumplings, the spicy lentil filling complemented by a creamy mint sauce, while the bhari combi is a rich, filling combination of mushrooms stuffed with spiced minced lamb. The main course of simikot lamb is a startling blend of barbecued slivers of meat cooked in a tangy sauce of sweet mincemeat, onion, ginger, garlic and coriander. Prawn palak is a melt-in-the-mouth spinach dish worth trying alongside the mixed vegetable side of aloo and pea bhajee. Leave room for a dessert if you can – the selection includes some intriguing dishes, including ice-cream served inside half a coconut shell.
- High point: Excellent cuisine, laid-back atmosphere
- Low point: Lack of music makes for a slightly subdued atmosphere
A bit of Indian magic for lunch!
How many restaurants in Edinburgh could you choose from for lunch - any day of the week? Probably more than you can imagine. So, how do you decide on one that will be right for you? Well, if you are a fan of Bengali and Indian food … like the idea of richly-coloured surroundings that are warm and relaxing … consider a West End location practical and desirable … and will always respond to a special lunchtime offer … then your decision is made for you. It has to be Ignite.
Two courses for £8.50.
At Ignite in Morrison Street (Haymarket station is right on the doorstep), the great-value lunchtime menu is peppered with many eastern favourites. For starters you can have Vegetable Pakura or Somosa, Chicken or Sheek Kebab.
Main courses cover the classic dishers of Kurma, Bhuna, Madras or Ceylon - made with Chicken, Lamb or Vegetables - and also the option of Chicken or Lamb Tikka Massalam. All served with Pilao Rice or Plain Nan . Alternatively, you might choose a Chicken or Mushroom Omelette with French Fries. (You are not compelled to order Indian dishes.)
Tea or coffee? Yes, either is included in the special two-course price and can be used to toast your good sense of value and taste. All that remains is to tell you that there are many other indulgences on the menu if you wish to go beyond the £8.50 limit and that we recommend you reserve your table in advance. Ring (0131) 228 5666.
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272-274 Morrison Street, Haymarket, Edinburgh EH3 8DT
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Events at Ignite (272–274 Morrison Street, Edinburgh)
| Location | Date | Tickets |
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| An aphrodisiac-packed menu for couples to enjoy together on the day of lurve, including a glass of champagne and rose. View full details |
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| Ignite | 14 Feb 5.30pm | 0131 228 5666 £24.95 per head |
Reviews of Ignite (272–274 Morrison Street, Edinburgh)
- 5. MikefaeAberdeen, Aberdeen – 18 October 2010, 5:22pm
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Had a great meal here, flavours were fresh and very 'clean' and unlike many mainstream Indian establishments the vegetarian options were well prepared and didn't suffer from the "everything cooked in the same sauce" approach. Would definitely recommend it although could have done without the businessmen bores (boars?) at the next table who insisted in belching loudly as we ate.
- 4. Curry Lover, Edinburgh – 20 August 2010, 10:41pmIgniteReport
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Very Poor. I was expecting great things with this being on the hit list and described as "a cut above"so what with 'Roti' being shut, we decided to go here for my partners 40th. We ended up being very disappointed. The curry's have a synthetic lack-luser feel to them and to be honest have had much better take aways from many smaller less pretentious establishments. There wasn't much in the way of fresh spices that we could taste and the sauces were a bit gloopy. The battered mushrooms were a real let down and have had better from Brewers Fayre. Its definitely not a cut above in fact its the least good curry we have had for a long time... and its overpriced.
- 3. B-Boy, Edinburgh – 28 October 2008, 4:27pmIgniteReport
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Fantastic food and great decor. I've been three or four times and the food has been simply outstanding every time. Fresh ingredients and wonderful flavours. I'd agree with the reviewer that there maybe is too much to choose from on the menu but if you like your options then this is the place for you.
- 2. Benji, Edinburgh – 3 October 2008, 11:53amIgniteReport
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Love this restaurant. Some of the best Indian food I've had in Scotland. Highly recommended. Lovely surroundings as well although the mens bathroom's a bit small!
- 1. cervelo, Haymarket – 16 May 2008, 10:25pmIgniteReport
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We have eaten here a few times and the food is excellent. The flavours and quality make it one of the best restaurants around. However, each time we have been, getting a glass or two of tap water has been like getting blood from a stone. They are happy to serve wine, beer anything with a price tag, but a glass of water is beyond them.
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