Looking for the best restaurants in Edinburgh’s West End? This small area, which is literally a step away from the City Centre, packs in a lot of culinary opportunities so you can dine from morning ’til night while avoiding the city’s tourists.
Updated September 2026
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| Venue | Area | Cuisine | Price | Postcode |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Le Di-Vin | Village | French/Wine Bar | ££ | EH3 7TE |
| Baba at Kimpton | Village | Middle Eastern/Scottish | £££ | EH2 4RE |
| Indigo Yard | Village | British/Beer Garden | ££ | EH2 4PF |
| La P’tite Folie | Village | French | £££ | EH3 7TE |
| Forage & Chatter | Village | Seasonal Scottish | £££ | EH2 4PA |
| The Green Room | Village | Wine Bar/Fusion | ££ | EH3 7NG |
| The Huxley | Village | Pub/Live Music | £ | EH1 2AE |
| Ghillie Dhu | Village | Scottish/Ceilidh | ££ | EH1 2AD |
| Teuchters Bar and Bunker | Village | Pub/Bar | £ | EH3 7NH |
| Roots | Village | Salad/Healthy | £ | EH3 7NH |
| Timberyard | Village | Modern Scottish | £££ | EH3 9DS |
| No. 35 at The Bonham | Village | European Fine Dining | ££££ | EH3 7RN |
| The Palmerston | Haymarket | Cafe/Bakery | £ | EH12 5DG |
| Nomad Cafe | Haymarket | Cafe/Smoothies | £ | EH12 5EZ |
| Amalfino | Haymarket | Italian | ££ | EH12 5LQ |
| Old Pal Bar & Kitchen | Haymarket | Gastro Pub | ££ | EH12 5DX |
| Patatino at The Hoxton | Haymarket | Italian | ££ | EH12 5EF |
| Xiang Bala | Haymarket | Chinese | ££ | EH12 5HD |
| Locanda de Gusti | Haymarket | Italian/Napolitan | ££ | EH12 5LP |
| Vietnam House | Haymarket | Vietnamese | ££ | EH12 5LG |
| Hau Han | Haymarket | Chinese/HK-style | ££ | EH12 5EZ |
| Pomo Pizzeria | Haymarket | Pizza | £ | EH3 8DT |
| Red Squirrel | Lothian Rd | Pub/Burgers | ££ | EH3 9AW |
| Frizzante Proseccheria | Lothian Rd | Italian | ££ | EH3 9AW |
| Ting Thai Caravan | Lothian Rd | Thai | ££ | EH3 9AZ |
| La Viola Cafe & Bistro | Lothian Rd | Cafe/Bistro | £ | EH3 9RA |
| Fava | Lothian Rd | Mediterranean | ££ | EH3 8DT |
| Kyloe Restaurant & Grill | Rutland St | Steakhouse | ££££ | EH1 2AE |
West End Village Restaurants
- Le Di-Vin – 9 Randolph Pl, EH3 7TE – Wine bar and French sharing menu. Sunday Times Top 25 UK wine bar. Closed Sundays.
- Baba at Kimpton – 38 Charlotte Square, EH2 4RE – Middle Eastern/Scottish fusion in the luxurious Kimpton Hotel.
- Indigo Yard – 7 Charlotte Ln, EH2 4PF – Popular beer garden serving food. Industrial-chic social hub since 1996.
- La P’tite Folie – 9 Randolph Pl, EH3 7TE – Contemporary French cuisine in the heart of the West End. Sister restaurant to Le Di-Vin.
- Forage & Chatter – 1A Alva St, EH2 4PA – High-end, beautifully served seasonal meals.
- The Green Room – 19-25 William St, EH3 7NG – Independent wine bar with food. French/Indian/British fusion. Mon–Wed 2pm–11pm, Thu–Sat 12pm–12am.
- The Huxley – 1 Rutland St, EH1 2AE – Pub grub and live music in the Rutland Hotel. Dog-friendly, shows sport. Open 8am–11pm (midnight Fri/Sat).
- Ghillie Dhu – 2 Rutland Pl, EH1 2AD – Bar/restaurant in Georgian hall. Weekly ceilidh dancing and Scottish food. 0131 222 9930.
- Teuchters Bar and Bunker – 26 William St, EH3 7NH – Ales, wine and food menu. Late-night bar with bunker-themed decor.
- Roots – 21 William St, EH3 7NH – Fresh salad bar, gluten and dairy-free options.
- Tymberyard – 10 Lady Lawson St, EH3 9DS – Modern Scottish fine dining. Open Wed–Sun. 0131 221 1222.
- No. 35 at The Bonham – 35 Drumsheugh Gardens, EH3 7RN – Elegant fine dining in a luxury hotel. European menu with Scottish twist. Famous “Boozy Snoozy” lunch £44pp.
Restaurants Near Haymarket Train Station
- Nomad Cafe – 2 Haymarket Terrace, EH12 5EZ – Friendly service, great smoothies.
- La Marche Francais – 9A W Maitland St, EH12 5DT – Quiet French cafe with a croissant breakfast deal.
- The Palmerston – 1 Palmerston Pl, EH12 5DG – Classic decor, you’ll smell the pastries before you enter. Famous for their bread.
- Xiang Bala – 63 Dalry Rd, EH12 5HD – Popular Chinese restaurant.
- Locanda de Gusti – 102 Dalry Rd, EH12 5LP – Naples-inspired menu.
- Vietnam House Restaurant – 1-3 Grove St, EH12 5LG – Family-owned, Vietnamese cuisine.
- Hau Han – 88 Haymarket Terrace, EH12 5EZ – British-style Chinese food inspired by the dishes of Hong Kong.
- Pomo Pizzeria – 250 Morrison St, EH3 8DT – Bustling small pizzeria with 2-person seats on the street.
- Amalfino – 90 Haymarket Terrace, EH12 5LQ – Italian restaurant and bar in the Four Points by Sheraton. Open 7am–9pm daily.
- Old Pal Bar & Kitchen – 28 W Maitland St, EH12 5DX – Gastro pub with European cuisine. 0131 305 1981.
- Patatino at The Hoxton – 5-21 Grosvenor St, EH12 5EF – Modern Italian trattoria in The Hoxton hotel. Brunch weekends 12pm–4pm.
Lothian Road Restaurants
- Red Squirrel – 21 Lothian Rd, EH3 9AW – Chilled pub serving gourmet burgers and drinks.
- Frizzante Proseccheria – 95 Lothian Rd, EH3 9AW – Lively family-run Italian. Neapolitan ingredients. 0131 229 7788.
- Ting Thai Caravan – 55-57 Lothian Rd, EH3 9AZ – One of three minimalist Thai restaurants, always delivers.
- La Viola Cafe & Bistro – 4 Earl Grey St, EH3 9RA – Super cute family-owned cafe, good banter.
- Fava – 248 Morrison St, EH3 8DT – Mediterranean restaurant. Open 12pm–10pm daily. 0131 228 8300.
Fine Dining & Steakhouses in the West End
- Kyloe Restaurant & Grill – 1-3 Rutland St, EH1 2AE – Premium steakhouse in a stunning Georgian townhouse. Scottish beef, game, and seafood. 0131 229 3402.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best restaurant in Edinburgh’s West End?
For fine dining, Timberyard on Lady Lawson Street and No. 35 at The Bonham on Drumsheugh Gardens are top picks. For casual dining, La P’tite Folie (French) and Frizzante Proseccheria (Italian) on Lothian Road are local favourites.
Are there good vegetarian restaurants in the West End?
Yes. Roots on William Street is a dedicated salad bar with extensive gluten-free and dairy-free options. Most other venues including Timberyard, Fava, and Ting Thai Caravan offer strong vegetarian menus.
Where can I find a steakhouse in the West End?
Kyloe Restaurant & Grill on Rutland Street is the West End’s premier steakhouse, housed in a Georgian townhouse. They specialise in Scottish beef, game, and seafood. Book via 0131 229 3402.
What restaurants are open late in the West End?
Teuchters Bar and Bunker (William Street) and The Huxley (Rutland Street) are open until midnight (1am Fri/Sat). Indigo Yard on Charlotte Lane also serves food late into the evening.
Is the West End good for family dining?
Absolutely. The Palmerston is family-friendly with famous pastries, Pomo Pizzeria is a casual spot kids love, and Ghillie Dhu offers a lively atmosphere with regular ceilidh dancing that entertains all ages.
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