Category Archives: Food and Drink

Wondering where to eat in Edinburgh? Here’s the definitive list to the best Edinburgh restaurants for every type of cuisine and every style of dining.

Best Sushi in Edinburgh: Dine In & Takeaway

Best sushi in Edinburgh

Looking for the best sushi in Edinburgh for your nigiri fix? Whether you are salivating for sashimi or your mind is on maki, this guide details Edinburgh’s top Japanese restaurants that serve sushi platters. We’ve also identified where to get sushi takeaway and delivery. From fine-dining Japanese cuisine and fresh fish counters to vegan sushi […]

West End Edinburgh Restaurants: Where to Eat in 2026

La Da Vin West End Food

Places listed38 restaurants, cafés and gastropubs Top awardTimberyard holds a star and a Green Star Main streetsWilliam Street, Queensferry Street, Haymarket Terrace, Morrison Street, Lothian Road Getting thereFive to 15 minutes on foot from Princes Street; trams stop at West End – Princes Street and Haymarket The West End starts where Princes Street ends, under […]

Best Christmas Dinner in Edinburgh: Xmas Day & December Menus

Turkey dinner Christmas dinner plate.

Are you searching for the best Christmas dinner in Edinburgh, including options for Xmas Day lunch or a festive day out? This delicious guide details Christmas menus at popular and local restaurants in Edinburgh’s City Centre and suburbs, which include 5-star dining and casual pub settings. You are advised to book as soon as you […]

Best Brunch in Edinburgh: 21 Lovely Breakfast Spots

Brunch in Edinburgh

Eggs Benny with the fam, boozy brunch with the girls, or feeding the hangover from hell? Our guide to brunch in Edinburgh will fill that hanger hole and prep you for picking the perfect pancake or full Scottish spots. We’ve detailed what’s on the menu, whether restaurants are kid—and fur-baby-friendly, and what you can do […]

Affordable Fine Dining in Edinburgh: Set Lunches and Tasting Menus (2026)

Set table at the gothic Secret Garden room in The Witchery restaurant in Edinburgh

Cheapest three coursesChez Jules, £15.90 (daily until 4pm) Cheapest ★ mealTimberyard, £55 at midday Bib pickstipo, Noto, Skua, Ardfern, The Scran & Scallie Prices checked3 November 2026 Edinburgh has seven restaurants with one Michelin star, five with a Bib and around 40 places listed by the inspectors for the city and its surroundings. An evening […]

28 Best Edinburgh Old Town Restaurants For Every Budget

Maxies Food Victoria Street Terrace in Grassmarket Edinburgh

Wondering where to eat in the heart of Edinburgh? With so much choice, finding the best Edinburgh Old Town restaurants can be daunting. This area of the city is where you will find everything from fine dining Scottish cuisine to hanger-curing pub grub! For evening meals, it is always best to book ahead to avoid […]

14 Best Rooftop Bars in Edinburgh with Castle and City Views (2026)

Cocktail from Edinburgh rooftop bar, small plates and beer in front of Edinburgh Castle

Bars listed14, plus two you can’t simply walk into HighestW Deck, 12th floor of W Edinburgh Best in the rainCold Town House’s retractable roof, Nor’ Loft, Harvey Nichols Worth the tram rideThe Port of Leith Distillery bar Best castle viewCold Town House, right below the castle Edinburgh has no skyscrapers, so its high-up drinking spots […]

What To Eat In Edinburgh & Where To Try It

What to eat in Edinburgh Scotland Food

Wondering what to eat in Edinburgh? Whether you’re a local looking for something new or a visitor working out what the popular food is, our guide is jam-packed (boom boom) with traditional meals you must try and unique eats you won’t find elsewhere. We’ve covered every meal from breakfast to dessert and even suggested which […]