La Garrigue has been named as the Scottish regional winner of the Good Food Guide Readers' Restaurant of the Year. Featured on Ramsey's Best Restaurants Gordon described La Garrigue as an "amazing little bistro". Come along and sample the flavours of the Languedoc at either in Edinburgh's New Town or City Centre.
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- Maison Bleue
Visit Maison Bleue, Edinburgh and enjoy French & Mediterranean cuisine in intimate surroundings. - Café St Honoré
Local, seasonal, intimate. Fantastic food, friendly service, French bistro atmosphere. - Whighams Wine Cellars
Whighams is one of Edinburgh's leading wine bars and restaurants - La Garrigue
La Garrigue is an authentic French restaurant with three venues across Edinburgh
Agua Bar and Restaurant
61 Grassmarket,
Edinburgh,
EH1 2HJ
Set in the heart of Edinburgh's historic Grassmarket Agua is a stylish restaurant with a strong emphasis on Scotland's famous seafood. Choose from dishes like Cullen Skink with Smoked Peterhead Haddock (£5.50), Seared Caledonian Scallops (£12.90) or…
Barioja
15-19 Jeffrey Street,
Edinburgh,
EH1 1DR
The older establishment of the burgeoning Edinburgh tapas bar scene, Barioja remains a popular and central destination for diners looking for quick snacks or an evening meal. Its red-hued interior is fresh and modern, and makes a centre-piece of a…
Bella Italia - Edinburgh Hanover Street
9/11 Hanover Street,
Edinburgh,
EH2 2DL
Bella Italia on Edinburgh's Hanover Street boasts a superb city central location close to the National Galleries of Scotland.
A big draw amongst visitors to the city, this affordable Italian restaurant from the nationwide Bella Italia restaurant…
Bella Italia - Edinburgh Northbridge
54-56 Northbridge,
Edinburgh,
EH1 1QN
Found just down the road from the Edinburgh train station, right in the heart of the city centre, Bella Italia Edinburgh Northbridge is ideal for great value Italian meals.
Part of the well known Bella Italia restaurant group with outlets throughout…
Bisque Bar & Brasserie
Bruntsfield Hotel, 69 Bruntsfield Place,
Edinburgh,
EH10 4HH
Nestled in the basement of the Bruntsfield Hotel, Bisque offers a busy bar and separate restaurant frequented by a mix of hotel guests, locals and families from both camps. The contemporary boutique-style interior feels a little dated and hard-edged…
Britannia Spice
150 Commercial Street, Ocean Drive,
Edinburgh,
EH6 6LB
Britannia Spice is located in a rather austere converted whisky bond. Behind the stony façade, however, is a bright and open space containing long tables for large parties as well as a mezzanine and corner booths for intimate dining. The restaurant is…
Café Cassis
Salisbury Hotel, Salisbury Road,
Edinburgh,
EH16 5AA
Newington newcomer Café Cassis is doing its bit to transform the much-maligned image of the hotel dining room. Out go pink tablecloths and warm, sweet wine, in comes laid-back bistro cooking with a strong French accent and one of the best outdoor…
Café Rouge
43 Frederick Street,
Edinburgh,
EH2 1EP
The name conjures up a cosy bistro on La Rive Gauche. Yet, while the chansons belt forth from the stereo and the menu features a handful of familiar regional specialities such as boeuf bourguignon, there's nothing particularly intimate about Café…
Café St Honoré
34 North West Thistle Street Lane,
Edinburgh,
EH2 1EA
With its wood-panelled and mirrored interior, black and white chequered floors and spindly tables with white cloths, Café St Honoré certainly has the power to make you feel like you’re in 1940s Paris. Fortunately for Edinburgh diners, 2011 Scottish…
Chiquito - Edinburgh - Frederick Street
29 - 31 Frederick Street,
Edinburgh,
EH2 2ND
'South of the border' passion is always served up at Chiquito. A menu of bold Mexican and Tex-Mex cuisine is prepared however the diner likes it. Burritos, sizzling fajitas and tacos can all be customised for vegetarians or those wanting more spice. A…
Cucina
Hotel Missoni, 1 George IV Bridge,
Edinburgh,
EH1 1AD
Oozing five-star Italian style, Hotel Missoni’s restaurant is fast becoming a second home to Edinburgh's wealthy and fashionable. If the modern, plush setting makes Cucina a place to be seen, this is not to the detriment of its menu, which offers…
The Dining Room
The Scotch Malt Whisky Society, 28 Queen Street,
Edinburgh,
EH2 1JX
The Dining Room sits in the ground floor of a restored Georgian townhouse inhabited by the Scotch Malt Whisky Society. The interior is surprisingly contemporary, cosy and light, and the restaurant is open all week to non-members. A mega-meaty starter…
Elliot's
23 Waterloo Place,
Edinburgh,
EH1 3BH
Elliot's combines the traditional listed features of this magnificent historic building with contemporary design. The dining room has a great sense of style with an ornate corniced ceiling, original fireplaces and expansive Georgian windows flooding…
Garfunkel's - Edinburgh
130 High Street,
Edinburgh,
EH1 1QS
With its sterling reputation, Garfunkel's serves a wonderfully eclectic mix of British and international cuisine. A simple yet on-trend eatery, Garfunkel's serves an array of diverse menus, from breakfast through to dinner. The afternoon tea selection…
La Garrigue
31 Jeffrey Street,
Edinburgh,
EH1 1DH
La Garrigue has been described as the most authentic French restaurant in Edinburgh and it certainly stands out. Owner and chef Jean Michel Gauffre is passionate about his home region, the Languedoc, and this is reflected in everything from les…
The Gateway Restaurant
Arboretum Place,
Edinburgh,
EH3 5NZ
With commanding views over the beautiful gardens beyond, The Gateway Restaurant is located within the heart of the Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh's iconic and unique new John Hope Gateway building.
The Gateway Restaurant is the perfect location for…
Guchhi Indian Seafood and Bar
9/10 Commercial Street,
Edinburgh,
EH6 6JA
A newcomer to Leith's busy eating and drinking quarter, Guchhi combines some fine Indian cooking techniques and recipes with one of Scotland's most celebrated ingredients: fish. Chef and owner Vishant Das learned his trade in Goa before bringing his…
Hadrian's Brasserie
The Balmoral, 1 Princes Street,
Edinburgh,
EH2 2EQ
With its chartreuse walls, walnut finishes and crisp linens Hadrian’s oozes refined elegance. The service is as slick and professional as you’d expect from the five star setting of the Balmoral Hotel. The menu showcases fine Scottish produce in a…
Hanam's Kurdish & Middle East Restaurant
3 Johnston Terrace,
Edinburgh,
EH1 2PW
Set in the heart of Edinburgh is Hanam's Kurdish and Middle Eastern Restaurant and if you think that's a mouthful, wait until you see what on offer! Voted one of Britain's Top 5 Middle Eastern Restaurants by the Telegraph, owner Ahmed ensures the…
Heights
Apex International Hotel, 31–35 Grassmarket,
Edinburgh,
EH1 2HS
Rising above the noise and activity of the Grassmarket, Heights, true to its name, takes advantage of one of the best castle views in Edinburgh. Located at the top of the Apex International Hotel, and supported by its business traveller clientele, this…
Hotel du Vin
11 Bristo Place,
Edinburgh,
EH1 1EZ
You might be in central Edinburgh, but this is one bistro with a strong French accent. Classic dishes are present and correct: French onion soup, onglet steak, coq au vin, boudin blanc and so on. And the vin, oh the vin…..over 700 choices. The…
Iggs
15 Jeffrey Street,
Edinburgh,
EH1 1DR
The sister restaurant of the quick and easy tapas bar Barioja next door, Iggs is a more formal dining experience which deserves the respect that goes with its long standing on Edinburgh’s Spanish dining scene. More than a decade old, it still presents…
The Indian Cavalry Club
22 Coates Crescent,
Edinburgh,
EH3 7AF
Edinburgh’s West End is admittedly spoilt for choice for superior Indian eateries. Nevertheless, the mannered Georgian façade of the Indian Cavalry Club conceals a restaurant that is truly a breed apart. A genteel mood pervades the stately, low-lit…
The Jam House Edinburgh
5 Queen Street,
Edinburgh,
EH2 1JE
Blending live music and fine dining, The Jam House Edinburgh offers a unique venture from music maestro Jools Holland. Modelled on a North American-style Blues hangout, the mezzanine restaurant area overlooks the main stage and its soulful…
Karen's Unicorn - New Town
8b Abercromby Place, New Town,
Edinburgh,
EH3 6LB
Perched on the edge of Queen Street Gardens, Karen's Unicorn New Town serves modern Chinese cuisine. Crafted with a hint of finesse, tempting house specialities include Cantonese-style beef fillet, or honey roast pork.
Understated yet elegant, the…
Karen's Unicorn
112 St Stephen Street,
Edinburgh,
EH3 5AD
When booking Karen’s Unicorn, it’s probably best to specify which of the two locations you are intending to visit. If a Monday or Tuesday, you might just find the one you arrive at is closed. Both restaurants share the same phone numbers and menu, but…
Lancers Brasserie
5 Hamilton Place,
Edinburgh,
EH3 5BA
Stationed above the banks of the Water of Leith, Lancers Brasserie is a popular standby with Stockbridgers looking for a decent, if unchallenging, curry. The adequate mains choice is boosted by a more than usually extensive wine list chosen with a…
Leith Lynx
100-102 Constitution Street,
Edinburgh,
EH6 6AW
Leith Lynx is open once again as of summer 2011 under new ownership.
Loch Fyne Restaurant
25 Pier Place, Newhaven Harbour,
Edinburgh,
EH6 4LP
It may be a long trawl from the shores of Loch Fyne itself, but thankfully the oysters and mussels here taste like they have just been plucked from the upper shores of the eponymous sea loch where the original restaurant lies. The location could not be…
Maison Bleue
36–38 Victoria Street,
Edinburgh,
EH1 2JW
There’s no mistaking Maison Bleue in Victoria Street – the frontage is painted a vivid and cheerful blue. Inside, there’s a distinctly North African vibe with the bar area furnished in umber shades and a menu that reflects the colonial influence on…
Malmaison - Edinburgh
1 Tower Place,
Leith,
EH6 7BZ
Sleek and seductive, Malmaison offers a daringly fashionable setting for sampling sumptuous flavours. Committed to using the highest quality ingredients, Malmaison sources honest produce from treasured suppliers, and crafts a cutting-edge reinvention…
Metro Brasserie and Café Bar
Apex International Hotel, 31–35 Grassmarket,
Edinburgh,
EH1 2HS
Metro Brasserie fills the barn-like ground and basement floors of the Apex City Hotel in buzzing Grassmarket. Ground-floor diners eat at small window tables with views of the castle, while the basement level seems reserved for larger hen or birthday…
Metro West End Brasserie
Apex European Hotel, 90 Haymarket Terrace,
Edinburgh,
EH12 5LQ
Smart contemporary décor and the west end location of Metro Brasserie make it an obvious destination for business professionals and tourists alike, just a five-minute walk from Haymarket train station. The same menu applies for lunch and dinner, but…
Mezbaan South Indian Restaurant
14/14a Brougham Street,
Edinburgh,
EH3 9JH
This unassuming Tollcross eatery packs some serious culinary clout with Shabu Natarajan – UK South Asian Chef of the Year 2010 – in the kitchen. Though sparsely decorated and rather cramped, Mezbaan’s main attraction is undoubtedly the food. On the…
Mithas
7 Dock Place, Leith,
Edinburgh,
EH6 6LU
Mithas is the latest venture from the people behind Edinburgh institution Khushi’s. This isn’t just another new curry house, however. From the crisp white linen napkins that are unfolded onto your lap, to the sea kelp moisturiser dispensers in the…
Nachos Fiesta - Edinburgh
Fountain Park Centre, 130 Dundee Street,
Edinburgh,
EH11 1AF
Bright and lively, Nachos Fiesta brings a South American buzz to Scotland. Blending hearty home cooking with authentic Mexican recipes, the Nachos Fiesta menu presents a flavour-filled feast, with fajitas and nachos heading the selection.
A fun and…
Number One
1 Princes Street,
Edinburgh,
EH2 2EQ
Beneath one of Edinburgh's most landmark buildings, Michelin-starred Number One cocoons diners from the outside world within its low-ceilinged, luxurious, deep crimson interior. From start to finish, it’s clear that great care has been taken to ensure…
Palm Court
The Balmoral Hotel, 1 Princes Street,
Edinburgh,
EH2 2EQ
At the heart of the Balmoral, the grand old railway hotel that stands foursquare at the eastern end of Princes Street, lies the Palm Court. For all that the rest of the hotel offers Michelin-starred dining (in Number One), a sleek brasserie (Hadrian’s…
La Partenope
96 Dalry Road,
Edinburgh,
EH11 2AX
Named after a mythological maiden who died of heartache on the Bay of Naples, La Partenope offers a taste of Napoli on Dalry Road. This family restaurant is operated by a sibling trio: chef Paolo creates magnificent dishes, brother Renato is the…
Prezzo
25 Pier Place,
Edinburgh,
EH6 4LP
Prezzo in Edinburgh's Newhaven Harbour is one of two sojourns north of the border for an ambitious London-based chain that aims to offer value-for-money Italian food in stylish contemporary surrounds. An aim which has, to some extent, been accomplished…
Prezzo - Edinburgh - North Bridge
7 - 9 North Bridge,
Edinburgh,
EH1 1SB
Serving irresistible Italian cuisine in casual, friendly surroundings, Prezzo uses only the finest seasonal ingredients to create their award-winning pizzas, as well as other dishes prepared with produce sourced directly from Italy, all at prices that…
Rhubarb
Prestonfield House, Priestfield Road,
Edinburgh,
EH16 5UT
Sited in an opulent 17th-century mansion in extensive grounds beneath Arthur’s seat, Prestonfield House Hotel and its restaurant, Rhubarb, is a far cry from the slice of suburbia nearby. Inside, layers of rich textiles and heavy prints combine in great…
Ristorante Ferrari
1 Merchiston Place, Bruntsfield,
Edinburgh,
EH10 4NP
The former Bruntsfield Post Office has been throughly transformed into a sleek, uncluttered, modern Italian restaurant with plum coloured walls, spotlights and jazz playing softly on the stereo. In his first venture into the restaurant business…
Ruan Siam
48 Howe Street,
Edinburgh,
EH3 6TH
Tucked away down a short but steep stone staircase in the New Town, first impressions of Ruan Siam are akin to finding a hidden, imaginatively decorated grotto. Rather an overly romantic impression, perhaps, but the feeling is reinforced by the warm…
Sampans
Holiday Inn, 132 Corstorphine Road,
Edinburgh,
EH12 6UA
The convivial Sampans restaurant within Edinburgh's Holiday Inn is a smart and inviting space with a straightforward menu of Oriental favourites. Pale woods and zingy walls give the restaurant a modern, uncluttered feel, with an airy glass frontage…
Shamoli
105 High Street,
Edinburgh,
EH1 1SG
Just up from John Knox's house on the Royal Mile and hidden up a stone staircase, this spacious first floor restaurant widens the choice by offering both Thai and Northern Indian food. Its convenient location – a short walk from the train station and…
Shezan
24 - 25 Union Place,
Edinburgh,
EH1 3NQ
Over 40 years' experience can be found at Shezan Tandoori in the heart of Edinburgh. Exotic combinations of spices and rich creams go into the traditional recipes on the menu, offering a superb choice of tastes.
Highly spiced or mild, there are a…
The Stables at Prestonfield
Priestfield Road,
Edinburgh,
EH16 5UT
Situated within the renowned Prestonfield hotel in Edinburgh, this circular pavilion, constructed within Prestonfield's original Georgian stable-block, boasts its own dedicated kitchens under the personal supervision of Chef John McMahon. Benefitting…
Tower Restaurant
National Museum of Scotland, Chambers Street,
Edinburgh,
EH1 1JF
The Tower Restaurant sits atop the National Museum of Scotland where the long dining room is nicely fitted out with leather seats, heavy fabrics and super-shiny surfaces. Stepping out of the lift, the promised skyline views through the large windows…
Whighams Wine Cellars
13 Hope Street, Charlotte Square,
Edinburgh,
EH2 4EL
Perennially popular with the suit-and-tie set, long-time Edinburgh institution Whighams still satisfies many a customer with its signature seafood platter. But if you’re just in for a few drinks (maybe at the popular Sunday night jazz club) do your…
The Witchery by the Castle
Castlehill, Royal Mile,
Edinburgh,
EH1 2NF
After dark, crimson lights glow on this 16th century merchant’s house as once the flames must have reflected from the witch burnings on nearby Castlehill. Inside the narrow close, the gothic black and red continues in the original Witchery, while down…
Zizzi
Building 5A, Edinburgh Quay, Fountainbridge,
Edinburgh,
EH3 9RU
Zizzi's three Edinburgh restaurants are located in busy areas of the city, and seem to have been placed to make the most of passing trade from tired shoppers and hungry cinema-goers. As branches of a UK-wide chain of almost 100 restaurants (and…
