Decanter Winery & Dinery in Edinburgh, City of

Back in August we booked a wine tasting for a 30th birthday party and had a fabulous experience. Jonathan went above and beyond and ensured smooth planning throughout. The wine selection was really well thought out, and we got to try some new wines we wouldn't have tried before. Jonathan's story-telling and knowledge of the wines and vineyards was exceptional. Everyone at the party really enjoyed it (even the non-drinker was well looked after), would highly recommend it for a function! We'll absolutely be back.

What to say, rather not what to say. I had lived in Bruntsfield for many years and wish this place had been there. The Decanter in Bruntsfield is an absolute find! The perfect spot for a relaxed evening. Their wine selection is fantastic, but the staff even more so. They provided us with great recommendations and made sure we had everything we needed. We drank great wine and enjoyed an awesome platter, which was delicious., It was so generous that we couldn't finish it all, but the staff kindly boxed up what we couldn’t eat so we could take it home.

Dropped in for a few pre-dinner drinks and the service from Jack was fantastic - excellent cocktails, his knowledge of the drinks list was extensive and he was friendly and charming. 10/10 would recommend!

Took my wife here for her birthday. Great atmosphere (especially on a overcast day) in very cosy surroundings, fantastic, attentive staff and lovely food.

Warm, friendly and helpful staff. Delicious food, beautifully presented and very tasty. We will recommend the place to friends and will be back ourselves. Thank you

Ate downstairs as wished a quieter room to chat. Pleasant ambience, lively and enjoyable but not overpowering background music. Food delicious, interesting wines. Staff welcoming and attentive. One server rather loud and longwinded chatting to another party. Overcharge on one of our wines was corrected following a subsequent phone call.

Staff were great regarding seating and courteous and efficient throughout our visit. Food gives opportunity to have mains or share small bowls which we prefer. Very good and no rush We will certainly go back

I cannot recommend this place enough! The staff are absolutely fantastic. I’m typically a white wine drinker, but since meeting the fabulous Maria and her brother Johnny, they’ve introduced me to a newfound love for red wine, and now I’m happily working my way through their cocktail list. 🍷🍸 I’m consistently blown away by the exceptional service, the incredible food, and the delicious drinks. If you're looking for the next big spot, do yourself a favor and try this place. It’s simply amazing. Thank you again to the entire team—I’ve always had a fantastic time here! 🙌

Absolutely amazing meal here tonight with family and I am already booked to go back next week with a friend. A few of my aunts I was with are fussy eaters but they couldn’t praise the food enough. The owner, Johnathan is welcoming and has done such an amazing job with the place. Maria, our waitress had extensive knowledge about the wine pairing with what we were eating and I couldn’t fault her choices. Everything we had to eat was incredible, haggis Bon Bon’s, Korean chicken, patatas riojana, venison, Thai monkfish , prawns, Parmesan fries, sticky toffee pudding, panna cotta and cheeseboard were all absolutely stunning. I would have taken pictures had they not eaten all the amazing food so quickly. Thanks again and can’t wait to come back.

Absolutely amazing meal here tonight with family and I am already booked to go back next week with a friend. A few of my aunts I was with are fussy eaters but they couldn’t praise the food enough. The owner, Johnathan is welcoming and has done such an amazing job with the place. Maria, our waitress had extensive knowledge about the wine pairing with what we were eating and I couldn’t fault her choices. Everything we had to eat was incredible, haggis Bon Bon’s, Korean chicken, patatas riojana, venison, Thai monkfish , prawns, Parmesan fries, sticky toffee pudding, panna cotta and cheeseboard were all absolutely stunning. I would have taken pictures had they not eaten all the amazing food so quickly. Thanks again and can’t wait to come back.

Loved it here and will definitely be back. Everything we ate and drank was delicious and the atmosphere was welcoming.Wonderful staff too, even though the place was full, they made time to look after everyone.

Decanter is my absolute favourite place to go. No competition. Thank you!

Great decor, welcoming + friendly staff, fantastic food and service. Had a great time, thank you.

Lovely ambiance with great staff and welcoming host/owner Nice dry martinis , which were by request and another cocktail for my wife with an offer of a mixed cheeses and charcuterie platter to end our night. A lovely experience. We will be back!

Amazing cheese board and knowledgable staff. Highly recommend the haggis bon bons.

Excellent food and services. The selection of small plates was perfect to share and the service was top notch as always!

A wonderful warm welcome. Delicious creative food. Made a big fuss of my dog Will be back very very soon . End of review …….

Food and wines were excellent, good advice about wine to pair with chocolate dessert. Only down was expensive bread side order - £7.50 was very steep for bread!

Very enjoyable, with great service and really good food, downstairs in the speakeasy is a hidden gem. We have been a quite a few times now

The wife and I had a rare night without the kids and headed out bruntsfeild way to find some chill vibes and hopefully some late night foodz. Montes looked a bit too crowded so we stumbled upon the decanter. We were greated by the waitress/manager, Maria. Immediately we felt the warmth and character of the place. Like a kinda 1920s Chicago speak easy or something like that. I'm no wine connoisseur so i left drinks to Maria and my partner. I had a tall glass of pinot noir - not too dry nor so sweet - and shared a second with the Mrs. I nibbled at my wife's venison and veggies. Any kitchen worth its salt wouldn't mistreat such a meat, nor did the decanter. Delicate, tender and delicious. Side veggies were, and are, of course, side veggies so no need flaunt the perfect crunch on the potatoe skins. At the end of the night, i found myself having a most insightful chat with Maria about her family's restaurant and the changes within the hospitality industry. I would and will return. And, would recommend the Decanter to anyone looking for a cosy and intimate dinning experience.

The food was lovely last night, we had steak cook to perfection, medium rare!!!!! Cheese board to Die for 😂🥰 Maria clearly love what she does, all night for all the customers she made sure each table was happy going above and beyond even going to the shop to try and get my husband Dijon mustard !!!!! Thank you too all the staff it was busy but everyone pulled together team work make it a dream for everyone 🥰

Best food I've eaten out in a very long time. Everyone at the table praising their choices as spectacular. I had venison it was too die for you will need a side of bread to mop up that sauce/ gravy - absolutely first class you will not want to waste a drop.

Great lunch! Must try if you haven’t already! Aubergine tempura-delicious! Fish tacos-devine! Venison roast enjoyed, too. All superb (with wine)👌 We will return.

Having heard / read so many great reviews about Decanter’s Sunday roasts, we finally decided to pop in to try them for ourselves. Booking was super-easy via their website. The host gave us a very warm welcome as we walked through the door. The food was simple fantastic - fish taco is a must try (we had it as a shared starter)! The roast beef was beautifully cooked (quite possibly the best in Edinburgh South!) with equally wonderfully cooked roast potatoes (properly crunchy on the outside and fluffy on the inside), Yorkshire pudding (the perfect size!), and veggies. The service was relaxed, friendly, just the right amount of attentiveness (ie not hovering over us all the time while we ate but checking in occasionally to ensure all was well) and efficient. We will definitely be back to try other items on the menu!

One of our favourite spots in Edinburgh! The staff are always so attentive and knowledgable when it comes to the wines/cocktails on offer as well as food! Never been disappointed when coming here and would definitely recommend to anyone whether it be for a meal or just a few cosy drinks.

I’ve been here twice now to catch up with friends and it’s such a lovely place. The food is great - the fish tacos are amazing. Great choice of wines and the staff really look after you. One of my favourite places in Bruntsfield. Look forward to going back in the near future.

Disappointing. Stuffy crammed vibes. Cocktail tasted like concentrated syrup. Service was subpar. Ox tongue is as extremely tender and delicious. Chimichurri on top inedible. Focus on table turnover and you feel it as a client. Poor choices of wine for a place called decanter.

An extremely quiet and cosy environment to take friends, family or dates. Great selection of wines offered at decent price points.

Fantastic restaurant, middle of Bruntsfield. We were downstairs as a group of 8. Very extensive wine & cocktail list, great chat from owner on food & drinks choices. Food top notch (padron peppers!!) Will definitely be going back & keen to sit in booths upstairs next time & order sharing platters!

Varied menu. Sunday lunch roast beef excellent, wine good quality and reasonably priced. Service first class in very comfortable surroundings. What's not to like?

Update: Still an awesome place with some of -maybe THE best Sunday roast A fantastic restaurant with fantastic staff. The food is delicious and there are lots of gluten free options

Great food, great wine, great service.

We came for some early evening drinks (with our dog) and ended up staying for food and more drinks. Got a great table in the front window. Staff were very welcoming and attentive, even to the dog who was made to feel like a princess. Food was excellent as was the wine selection. We had our first date here 3 years ago and have and will keep coming back. Highly recommend, best spot in Bruntsfield.

Nice place for food and drinks in Bruntsfield. Very pleasant atmosphere and choice of cocktalis. Staff very kind and helpful.

Very pleasant staff. Fish tacos were very good and the orange wine went down a treat 👍🏼

Lovely bar and restaurant, friendly, effecient service, have no idea why it was quiet, one of the nicest places in Bruntsfield to go for a drink and something to eat in the evening. Good choice of wines, small but interesting menu, looking forward to coming back.

Lovely relaxed atmosphere. We decided to go for tapas style small plates. Great selection of food and wine list. Staff were relaxed and accommodating.

Booked a table for 3 for dinner. I was very excited to go as the place looks nice and reviews were good but due to illness of two of us I had to cancel. They charged me a £30 fee. Now, I do understand they have a policy for cancellations and I'm really sorry we couldn't make it with very short notice but the fee I had to pay when doing the reservation was just £10. I didn't think the policy would be per head. I do find this abusive and personally, I wouldn't book again. Much easier to find places in Edimburgh where they don't charge you this amount. And their response to this issue is more understanding and friendly.

I’ve been to lots of amazing restaurants in Edinburgh, but the food here was easily the best food I’ve eaten. Every dish was a 10/10. The padron peppers with miso glaze was unbelievable. I’m recommending this place to every one.

Great wine bar. Loved the little booth for two. Food was incredible - definitely recommend the fish tacos. Service was lovely and super efficient even though it was a few people's first day. Will definitely be back!

After an awful week, the roast beef dinner, service and atmosphere at Decanter cheered us up so much. The music was lovely and not too loud, service was friendly and attentive and the food was delicious. Each table is almost in its own booth so it felt like a very personal experience. Looking forward to bringing our loved ones to Decanter!

Great atmosphere, service and wine.

Fabulous little place for a drink or something to eat. Cozy place , big atmosphere, recommended

One of the best ribeye steaks I have had in a long long time.

Best ribeye steak I have had in a long long time. GREAT PLACE AND EXCELLENT SERVICE 👌 Lovely staff and excellent all round

I visit the festival every year and catch up with friends at the same time. We are always keen to find new places to try. I liked the look of Decanter’s menu and it’s near where my friends live, decision was made. It’s relatively new. First impression was, “this place is very nice”, it has a luxurious feel to it with luxurious looking seatings but not “stuffy”, we were nicely greeted. So far so good. We weren’t being hurried to order (ok, the place wasn’t too full), and the waiter took time to explain the food and keep us hydrated with plenty of water, very attentive. Food were very tasty, we have ordered a few small plates, fresh salads, a very flavourful green curried king prawns and pork skewers, flatbreads, chicken and can’t remember the others, all very yummy. We were surprised at the place wasn’t packed. Small criticism is that I would like to see a few more small plates dishes on the menu. We will definitely return. I have already told my other friend who lives in another district of Edinburgh to try this place.

Wonderful wine bar and restaurant, the food was fantastic and John is a great host.

Absolutely delicious Sunday Roast. Staff very attentive and we were well looked after. Decor of the restaurant is fabulous. Owner should be proud.

Great atmosphere and friendly, attentive staff! Roast was 10/10 can't wait to come back to try the rest of the menu and cocktails!

Great tasting variety of food and amazing speakeasy downstairs, lovely decor throughout! Will return

We went here for a Sunday roast to round off the weekend and although it was quite tasty, it was no where near worth the price. "All the trimmings" amounted to a couple of carrots, broccoli, 3 bit of roast potato and a Yorkshire pudding. Was very underwhelming and no one at the table was satisfied afterwards. We left hungry and out of pocket, requiring to grab something else on the walk home.

100% visit here if you're in Edinburgh. This place is super friendly by all staff, and has the best dog [called Terrier - absolutely not a terrier really but a big softie] to host. We had the Cheeseboard and Bread platter between two people, which were both divine and definlty could be shared with more people easily. The cheese choices [provided from the cheesemonger next door], dips, olives etc were unbelievably tasty. We shall be back!

This place is an absolute must to visit in Edinburgh. Situated in Bruntsfield, the service is friendly and welcoming, and the food it sublime! The cheeseboard platter is great with amazing choices of cheeses selected, as well as the bread platter with tasty dips and olives to accompany.

We stopped in on the way home from a movie for a small bite. What a delightful new find in our neighborhood, how have we missed this? Service was friendly and helpful and the food was delicious. I had the fish tacos, seasoned perfectly and lovely fish. A perfect small meal. My husband’s old fashioned was great, as was the glass of red wine recommended by our waiter. We’ll put this on our “favorites “ list and look forward to enjoying a proper meal there.

This is definitely one of the best places for food and drink in Bruntsfield. The vibe is warm and friendly with the warmest, friendly and most knowledgeable staff. Always excellent recommendations for wines and drink with an amazing selection available. Far too many evening have been spent under the roof of Decanter but we always leave in a better mood for visiting. Johnny and Marie always make us welcome and nothing is too much trouble. Many thanks to them and all the staff. This is the place to visit in Bruntsfield if you’re looking for quality and a great night.

Along with the epic cheeseboard, loved the booth upstairs (an extra treat on a sunny day in window seat with window open). Had a great chat with resident dog and owner. Men ordered way too many tapas but said they were all delicious and made a pretty good job of polishing them off. Would be interested to try the room with the speakeasy vibe downstairs. Especially on a cold Scottish winter night. New local favourite.

Was recommended to Decanter. Was not disappointed. Was greeted as if friends not customers. Cosy place. Sat in small booth where the seats seemed to be like a Chesterton, very comfortable. Service excellent. Both had steak. Cooked to perfection. Hand cut chips more than enough for two and greens, so much election. The blue cheese and sun dried tomatoe jus an excellent choice with the steak. Wine selection very good. When in area will visit again.

A good place for small plates and cocktails. We visited a month ago and ordered several dishes. We loved the fish tacos and sticky toffee pudding the best. The fish tacos were beyond expectation, the fish got a crispy coating and was tender in texture, complimented with an appetising dressing and good tortilla. The Thai monkfish and prawns skewers were also tasty with a nice green curry sauce. Haggis bon bons and patata riojana (with chorizo) were fine. My only complaint would be about the buffalo chicken, it was dreadful as the meat was dry and tasteless and the coat was soaked, unfortunately a stain on a very good meal. Staff are very welcoming and we will definitely return anyway.

Had some drinks here, staff were lovely &accommodating despite not having a reservation, lovely cocktails, good wine list😊

First time but definitely not our last. Loved it! Great selection of food and drinks, wonderful staff and cosy atmosphere.

The place is absolutely adorable and oozes charm. The menu is compact but has plenty variety and caters well to all. We had a few small plates, the venison and hake and shared a dessert. The food was absolutely fantastic!!! 🤤🎉 The staff is amazing, so friendly and helpful! There to suggest options and help you with the choice and believe me there is plenty choice in wines and drinks 🥰 Definitely recommend you give them a visit, it won't disappoint! As for us, we'll be back and soon! ❤️

Lovely hosts, great food and wine. Well worth a visit.

Small restaurant with bags of character. The staff were friendly and welcoming. The menu was small but what was on offer was mouth watering. We had the venison and chicken dishes, both didn't disappoint. Wine selected by our hosts also delicious! Well worth a visit.

We came up from London and found this amazing place with great atmosphere and people. We had some gorgeous wine and will definitely stay for food next time we are up in Edinburgh, as it looked great. We also had our little dog with us and she was made very welcome.

Very friendly staff and owner, very knowledgeable and some interesting wine... All this and dog friendly

An absolute gem of Edinburgh and a hallmark of Bruntsfield. We love coming here with friends, with my partner and also to celebrate birthdays. There are plenty of gluten free options (I have coeliacs). Our favourite is the Sunday roast! Warning; it'll disappoint other roasts...

Can’t recommend Decanter enough. Great cocktails and food (fish tacos and chips are to die for). Always great interesting wines on offer and a bit of chat from friendly staff. Dog friendly is a huge bonus!

Good selection of nibbles for sharing. Cheese platter is amazing and there is a very long list of wines you buy by the glass. Dog friendly so great place to pop in after a long walk with the dog.

Great little find! Staff were very welcoming and attentive. Wine was delicious - the flights were a nice little “something different”, and the food was very tasty - especially the tacos!!

Honestly I love this place. The owner and all the staff are really lovely and know a lot about wine. They are knowledgeable without being pretentious which some wine bars can be. The food is very good too. Also, it’s very dog friendly!

Sunday lunch £24 for a fabulous roast beef dinner. Roast tatties to die for. Then there is the gravy hot tasty and in a little jug as requested. If your looking for somewhere to enjoy a luncheon in bruntsfield I'd highly recommend. Also serve an eclectic list of vino

Visited with Friday night with my girlfriend and it was really top teir. Went in without a reservation and they managed to fit us in (didn’t look likely as it was very busy) and had the decanter charcuterie board which was silly good. John gave us some of the young patter which was nice too.

We reserved the Speakeasy room at Decanter for my 30th birthday and it was fab! We were a group of 25 people and had a wonderful dinner. Johnny and the team were very accommodating and we could rearrange the room after dinner for drinks and...

Hidden gem in Edinburgh. Great wine and cocktails, staff are so friendly and really know their stuff. Ordered a charcuterie board too and this was also great. Will definitely be back. Highly recommend!

A good friend of mine loves this restaurant so recommended it to me & I am so so pleased that he did. From the moment we arrived the staff were amazing chatty & attentive. I tend to find that in instances like this the food...

Amazing food, staff and wine. Great vibes.

I've been a few times now and the food is always amazing and beautifully presented, they also do really good cocktails. My dog also had a great time!

A bit pricey, £210 between three people, incl tip, but we did have quite a few dishes, 2 bottles of wine and a couple of liquers. Food was excellent.

Good food and wine at a reasonableprice, vast knowledge on wine. Look at the cellar collection for something special.

Came here on a rare night off from the children with my wife (thank you grandparents!). Had a truly excellent evening. We shared several different plates of the tapas. All of which were delicious. We also tried various drinks and found a real winner in...

Good drinks on a rotating menu. Has become our favourite local spot. Keep coming back for the banter with the owner!

Our favourite local spot if you’re in the Brunstfield area. Highly recommend this spot for a variety of wines, unique cocktails, and delicious food. We are regular customers and always have a lovely evening. Make sure you checkout the downstairs area! The owners are super...

Found Decanter mid dog walk with wife last year. We sat outside as was full inside on a chilly night and was brought a blanket (think there might have even been a hot water bottle!) with our glasses of wine. Lovely touch! We’ve become huge...

Private birthday party of @ 20 people down in basement. It felt as if we were inconveniencing the manager/owner by coming to his restaurant, like he couldn’t wait for us to leave. He never apologised, was defensive with guests, tried to take food away before...

What can I say?…if you haven’t experienced the delights that await you at Decanter Bruntsfield, you haven’t lived! From the moment you enter the restaurant, you’re struck by the gorgeous eclectic interior; luxurious without being stuffy. There’s a laid back ambiance making it feel like...

We hired the basement with a group of friends last night and had a fantastic time. Great food and drinks and the owner was very knowledgeable and friendly. Highly recommend for a sit down dinner for a group.

We now frequent Decanter as it’s one of the best spots in Bruntsfield. The menu is diverse, fresh and always hits the spot with a good price point. We had a roast for the second time and it is absolutely delicious. The beef was cooked...

Decanter is my go-to place in Bruntsfield. It looks small from the outside but there is a hidden cosy speakeasy downstairs. A good selection of drinks and a particularly good (and sometimes unusual) wine selection. The food is decent and accommodates my vegan desires. For...

Best cocktails in town ...I've had a few roast dinners from here ..Absolutely delicious and cooked to perfection ..If you are in the Bruntsfield , Meadows or Morningside areas go ..go go ..hundreds of wines to choose from ..Very friendly and wonderful service ...loved it

A far stray from your traditional pub offerings, Decanter clearly prides itself on making a visit all about the experience. The food is exceptional, whether you opt for one of the plentiful sharing boards or ever-changing seasonal mains menu. The wine ranges from quality, affordable...

Took my date to this establishment, we were regaled with excellent service. A great ambience as only found in these independent, boutique type establishments, with the decor and character of the building, matching the atmosphere, I'd greatly recommend for a date or drinks with friends

It’s really good. They know their wines and the scran is greatZ we prefer the basement space, but booths on the ground floor s as Lao do the job. Smack bang in the middle of Bruntsfield, it’s a great find and we will be back...

We come here often for food and drinks. The menu is always full of great tasting food. Also great for a drink and snacks. Staff are polite and professional. Owner is the king of banter. #topshagger.

This place is warm and welcoming. The food is excellent, backed up with an excellent choice of wines. Highly recommended.

Had an amazing Christmas night with friends for food and drinks. Staff were friendly and know their cocktails and wines. Great atmosphere and music too, nothing like it in Bruntsfield. 10/10

Went here with a few friends on a weekend evening. We had lovely wine flights, including a sparkling option and sharing platters with delicious antipasti. One of our friends is coeliac and they catered for her gluten free diet no problem. Great range of wines...

Lovely friendly staff in an intimate environment with great food. Highly recommend for lunch or dinner whether it be with friends, family or your loved one

Absolutely fantastic restaurant. My go to place in Edinburgh for family and friends for any occasion. The Sunday roast is without doubt the best I’ve ever had and their regular menu is fantastic also. Service is brilliant - friendly and can’t do enough for you....

One of the best restaurants in Edinburgh, it has fresh foods sourced locally and a good selection of wines, cocktails and beers. Coupling that with cool decor, friendly staff and music it makes for an enjoyable experience. If you make a visit be sure to...

Protect this place at all costs. I make an effort to go here every I’m back home. The wine is great and the food is a revelation. The owner is enthusiastic to say the least. The chef creates magic in that little kitchen, on a par with any food in Edinburgh.