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1. The Ivy on the Square
4.4
Awesome(10926)
££££
• Contemporary British • Old Town
Booked 133 times today
Located in the heart of Edinburgh, The Ivy on the Square is an all-day British brasserie serving modern British and international Ivy-inspired classics.
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2. Bread Street Kitchen & Bar — Edinburgh
4.3
Awesome(409)
££££
• Contemporary British • New Town
Booked 49 times today
Bread Street Kitchen & Bar has arrived in Edinburgh! We can't wait to welcome you to our restaurant and bar in St Andrew Square – you can join us for lunch, dinner and late night drinks 7 days a week.Don’t miss our classic Gordon Ramsay dishes, from Beef Wellington and traditional fish & chips, to rare-breed steaks and delicious seasonal salads. Plus, try our amazing cocktails, drinks and wine lists.
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3. Gaucho Edinburgh
4.5
Awesome(2670)
££££
• Steak • Edinburgh
Booked 25 times today
A short walk from Waverley station, just off St. Andrew Square, Gaucho Edinburgh is proudly our first Scottish restaurant serving Argentina’s best free-to-roam, grass-fed Aberdeen Angus beef, big Latin flavours alongside a premium wine list. As you walk through the door of this contemporary, glass building you’ll be welcomed by sophisticated interiors, with textures and tones inspired by Argentina’s forests. Enjoy a drink in our cocktail bar or descend into our dining room for a relaxed working lunch or to entertain in our stunning private wine room. At the weekends, get a dose of social vitamins with our DJ hosted brunches and legendary Sundays roasts.Please note: we currently do not accept OpenTable dining cheques.
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4. Hard Rock Cafe - Edinburgh
4.4
Awesome(3536)
££££
• American • New Town
Booked 61 times today
Hard Rock Cafe is a global phenomenon with 185 cafes that are visited by nearly 80 million guests each year. The first Hard Rock Cafe opened on June 14, 1971, in London, England, and from there the brand has expanded to major cities and exotic locations around the world.
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5. Nor' Loft
4.6
Exceptional(81)
££££
• Scottish • The Royal Mile
Booked 15 times today
For those looking to sip on a tall glass of champagne or call out Sláinte with a dram in hand, and not forgetting the foodies looking to graze on seasonal small plates and sharing platters, whether you're a regular or here for the first time, there's something for everyone, all in our rooftop champagne lounge.
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6. Le Bistrot
4.4
Awesome(1190)
££££
• French • Edinburgh
Booked 10 times today
The famous Le Bistrot is ready to welcome you! Located at the new House of France on the Royal Mile (former Lothian Chambers), we aim to provide you with a friendly and authentic French experience, filled with passion and love in what we are doing.Open every day from breakfast to dinner, we are there for everyone to feel like in France, in fantastic surroundings!
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7. Cold Town House
4.4
Awesome(1262)
££££
• Brewery • Edinburgh
Booked 41 times today
Craft beer brewed on-site, delicious Neapolitan pizzas and one of the best views of Edinburgh Castle from our Rooftop Terrace. Cold Town House is where it’s happening. Best Beer Bar Winner at the Scottish Beer Awards 2021 & National Pizza Awards Finalist 2021! THREE DIFFERENT AREAS* The Brewhouse - Our main restaurant and drinks area is a cool wooden interior with references to beer throughout. It's all about atmosphere! Dog-friendly.* Pizza & Prosecco Floor - A gorgeous interior on our first floor. Our microbrewery and pizza oven are on this floor, so you can watch our team in action as they cook and brew for you.* Rooftop Terrace - Cocktails, beers and an exclusive food menu served under a glorious view of Edinburgh Castle. Our iconic rooftop is perfect for any outdoor occasionLast bookings for food are at 8.45pm, later bookings will only be for drinks. Please note that our Terrace closes at 10pm daily.Walk-ins welcome!
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8. Angels with Bagpipes
4.7
Exceptional(3882)
££££
• Scottish • Old Town
Booked 10 times today
Having opened its doors in 2010, Angels with Bagpipes quickly established itself as one of the finest restaurants to have graced Edinburgh’s most iconic and historic street, The Royal Mile. With upmost pride in sourcing fresh Scottish ingredients, we present a seasonal Lunch and à la carte that are divine to both the palate and eye.Mixing an atmospheric Old Town setting with chic, contemporary looks, the restaurant reflects many of the city’s most defining features. With a humble facade nestled in the beautiful 17th century building, rich tones of bronze and marble cascade throughout the two tiers of Angels with Bagpipes.Angels with Bagpipe’s kitchen has gained a glowing reputation in a city abundant with restaurants of the highest standards. Sourcing the best produce and ingredients, allowing the quality to shine through their elegant dishes. By blending innovative and traditional techniques, their menu is fresh and exciting throughout all seasons
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9. WHISKI ROOMS
4.5
Awesome(1987)
££££
• Scottish • Old Town
Booked 20 times today
Award Winning Whiski Rooms is located just off the Royal Mile on the prestigious mound. Our restaurant serves food all day which is freshly prepared using the best locally sourced produce. We have an extensive cocktail list, wine, and craft beer and a great whisky selection. Whiski Rooms has a reputation as being one of the best restaurants in Edinburgh, one of the best Whisky Bars in the world, the first Ardbeg Embassy in the UK, a whisky and gift shop, and a tasting room for daily whisky tastings.Whiski Rooms is located off the Royal Mile in the city centre looking over Princess Street where you will experience traditional Scottish food.
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10. The Mussel and Steak Bar
4.6
Exceptional(180)
££££
• Scottish • Old Town
Booked 19 times today
The mussel and steak bar has been a firm favourite for over 17 years with worldwide visitors and Scots alike since we opened in 2005. We have been granted the most popular seafood and steakhouse by various organizations. Our restaurant has been awarded a member of the Scotch Beef Club because we have inspected and satisfied the criteria regarding the quality, provenance, handling and preparation of the scotch beef that is served.

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