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The Orchard
Canonmills
- Food served: Mon–Sun noon–8.30pm
- Bar open: Mon–Thu noon–midnight; Fri/Sat noon–1am; Sun noon–midnight
- Number of wines sold by the glass: 11
- Also offers: Gluten-free options, Children's portions, Children's high chairs, Takeaway, Outdoor tables (smokers welcome)
- Music on stereo: Chilled, ambient electro; very discreet
- Capacity: 40
- Largest group: 20
- Open since: 2006
- Average price 2 courses:
£15 (lunch)
£15 (evening meal) - House wine: £11 per bottle
Nominate this restaurant forThe List Reader Award 2010
This review appears in the The List's Eating & Drinking Guide 2009 – in the shops now or buy online.
White walls, jugs of lilies and quirky coloured glass ceiling lights give a spacious and fresh feel to the otherwise traditional interior of the Orchard. The pub’s ambience is also reflected in its menu, which offers a choice of seasonal ingredients and some creative combinations alongside variations on the pub staples, such as wild boar sausages with mash or a steak and merlot pie. Head chef James Fletcher joined the team in July 2008 having gained a reputation for himself at the Kippen Inn near Stirling. He has done his best to push the boundaries of the pub menu: dishes are changed monthly and a point is made of stocking the larder with food from local suppliers in Stockbridge. For something different try the tangy starter of spiced pear salad served with orange walnuts and pomegranate molasses. A main of lamb, spinach and chorizo casserole has a rich, home-cooked flavour. Desserts are generously served, but if at all physically possible you will be inclined to finish the chocolate and mascarpone cheesecake. It is also worth taking note of the weekend breakfast, which would make for a comforting start to the day served at a window seat on a sunny morning.
- High point: Interesting old pub building
- Low point: Draughty in places
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Comments for The Orchard (1/2 Howard Place, Edinburgh)
- 1. Julie, Edinburgh – 25 April 2008, 12:14amReport
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Went here with a friend for a hangover brunch/breakfast. Had the french toast with maple syrup. So filling, so lush, so good. Service was quick and staff was lovely. Definitely going back soon!
- 2. R Dineen, Edinburgh – 21 October 2008, 1:23pm
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Went there 17/10 - no potato skins on the menu, which was a shame as really wanted them after reading the review - this place has turned into more of a gastro style pub which, on this occassion, was not up to scatch. They advertised jumbo chips - what they meant was large chips brought from the supermarket - cheeky (which werent jumbo). Was part of a largish group so maybe that caused a strain on kitchen. Service wise, everyone friendly and pleasant. I would say a little over priced for what they offer but am willing to give one more chance to see if they can redeem themselves.
will let you know what happens.
- 3. Hala and Jazek, Edinburgh – 16 May 2009, 12:52pm
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It is a very nice place to go for a drink with friends to chat. Better than regular noisy pub. Great interior and kind staff. But foodwise, it is much overpriced. Burger and fish&chips were not worth 9 pounds each. I will be back with my friends, but not to eat out.
- 4. sara, edinburgh – 24 September 2009, 5:56pm
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Went there with friends to wind down the day with a yummy bottle of Riesling. We ended up having our tea there too! I had the lamb - melt in the mouth - it was cooked to perfection. My friends had duck - very nice and a smoked salmon salad - very fresh. This is home cooked food at its best, better then some restaurants in town! The service here is fab so relaxed and friendly - they know how to do proper table service. I will definitely be back again very soon
- 5. McD's, Edinburgh – 23 October 2009, 12:50pm
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Went for lunch on Saturday. They were absolutely full but the very attentive and friendly guy behind the bar sorted us out by creating a mini table at the bar for us.
Food was really good for lunch - steak sandwich is to die for. Chocolate cheesecake sounds much better than it actually tastes but the warm pear tart was delicious - could have eaten 2! Thought it was a little pricey for the portion size.
It is such a lovely space to be in and while the hours away particular with the sun beaming through the windows. It was my first trip and definitely not my last. - 6. Becky, Edinburgh – 25 February 2010, 4:56pmReport
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Friendly staf, comfy surroundings and great food make this place a little gem! We had friends visiting Edinburgh last weekend and we fancied something reasonably priced but tasty for a 'good feed' on Sunday night. The Orchard served up top quality food and our guests were very impressed! The pear and stilton starter was simply delicious! The steak and merlot pie is stunning, though a side order of vegetables is a must - the red cabbage is too good to miss out on! My friends also loved their mains - shin of beef and lamb hotpot - all finished with satisfaction! Too full for a desert each - a maginifcient chocolate brownie was demolished in minutes by us all!
Whether for a nice quiet drink or great pub food - I would totally recommend this sopt!
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