The Jam House
- Food served: Wed–Sat 6.30–10.30pm
- Bar open: Mon–Thu 6pm–late; Fri/Sat 6pm–3am; Sun 7pm–1am
- Number of wines sold by the glass: 6
- Also offers: Vegetarian options (at least ¼ main courses), Gluten-free options, Wheelchair access, Pre-theatre menu, Live music
- Music on stereo: R&B latest hits
- Opening times: Sun–Thu 5pm–late; Fri/Sat 5pm–3am
- Capacity: 100
- Largest group: 300
- Open since: 2005
- House wine: £13.50 per bottle
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Dusky purple lights cast romantic shadows on the walls of this funky, jazz-centric venue once occupied by BBC Scotland. Guests dine on the balcony above the main stage where soulful musicians entertain throughout the evening. A fixed-price set menu with mostly British flavours provides likable options for lovers of fine dining. A starter of oysters comes in three guises: au naturel, tempura, and delicately grilled with an anchovy, caper and basil crust. A potted confit of gressingham duck and foie gras arrives with dots of apple chutney, sweet mini gherkins and two sticks of toasted sourdough. For the mains, the corn-fed chicken stuffed with velvety marinated feta is paired with zesty, green-flecked herb risotto. The Aberdeen Angus beef fillet rests on top of a fat potato cake, with two jus-soaked shallots waiting at either end of the plate. For dessert, a couple can indulge in the 'taste of the Jam House' platter: a warm ginger sponge with pecan mascarpone, a mulled wine poached pear and a sharp lemon tart with crunchy caramel glazing. The wine list is expensive but alluring, and the service charming. Book early for a night of good music and equally good food, as the Jam House sells out regularly most weekends.
- High point: Live music creates a cheery atmosphere
- Low point: A black curtain clumsily separates dining room from lounge
Events at The Jam House (5 Queen Street, Edinburgh)
| Location | Date | Tickets |
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| Cash tribute from singer/songwriter Clive John. View full details |
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| The Jam House | 15 Mar 7pm | 0131 226 4380 £14 |
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| Ultravox hits, solo work and covers from the man behind Band Aid. View full details |
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| The Jam House | 16 Feb 8pm | 0131 226 4380 £15 |
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| Dance your loved one off their feet with a night of live swing and jazz from the Maria Speight band, with a suitably romantic menu on offer too. View full details |
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| The Jam House | 14 Feb 9pm | 0131 226 4380 Menu prices vary |
Reviews of The Jam House (5 Queen Street, Edinburgh)
- 3. Alixluv, Northants – 12 April 2011, 8:11am
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Was recommended this place by a friend, and was not disappointed. Had a great evening here, met some fun people, music was superb.
On my list of recommendations for Edinburgh nights and list of places to visit on my next trip
- 2. jinty09, edinburgh – 12 August 2010, 5:46pmThe Jam HouseReport
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think ita a great night in the jam house the flavours resident house band are excellent the bar staff and door staff are great too great night out
- 1. Camy – 11 June 2010, 5:45pm
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Is all right but more for the older crowd, have to say think the bouncers are a bit of a pain and don't not act professional at all.
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