Fhior in Edinburgh, City of

Beautiful simple yet rich and wonderous serving, excellent wine pairing and some of the best service I have had in Scotland. Expensive, but worth it

A must. Everything was perfect. We had the “tasting” menu with the wine pairing. The experience, the quality of the food and the choice of wines is definitely worth it.

We enjoyed the ten course tasting with wine pairings. It was amazing- creative and delicious food, attentive service by Peter, Edith, and Seylah(?). The wine pairings chosen and explained by Phil were top notch. The speed of service was excellent and we thoroughly enjoyed the entire evening. Thank you so much.

Absolutely beautiful experience, food and wine was fantastic, it was such a great menu. My partner and I enjoyed our anniversary there, and we received a beautiful personal card from the staff. Unfortunately, we left it on the table as we were leaving!

Food was incredible and the service was so good. Pete was very lovely. My favourite dish was the scallop!

We had a fantastic evening at Fhior with the 7 course tasting menu. We asked to split the wine flight which the team very obligingly did - meaning we both to enjoy got the lovely flavour matching of the wine to go with the food without getting pie-eyed by the end! The food was fantastic, beautifully plated and the staff were so friendly, efficient and knowledgeable. We also enjoyed the soundtrack in the background - helped created the sense that this was serious cooking but not taken too seriously. It is expensive so not something we'll do often, but definitely worth the investment.

Fantastic experience in an incredible restaurant with incredible staff. The 10 course tasting menu was an absolute delight! Would do it all again in a heartbeat, can't wait to see what's in store for this restaurant

Phenomenal inventive food, fantastic attentive staff and completely unpretentious. Highly recommend.

One of the best dining experiences we've ever had! The menu was fresh, exciting and well executed. It was amazing trying locally sourced and inspired food and learning about it from people that truly care. All staff were great, but our main waiter, Pete, was world-class. Pete made us feel so welcomed and explained everything perfectly. We even left with a list of suggestions of other places to go! The owners and staff have created something special here. A high level of skill, care and passion was evident in all parts. Would HIGHLY recommend for anyone visiting Edinburgh!

Had a lovely anniversary meal at Fhior this month. Simple, scandi style, clean decor, relaxed, good tunes. Opted for 10 courses and paired wine. Big shout out to the Sommelier who was awesome and wine choices excellent. We liked the surprise element of the menu. As with any tasting menu, some dishes shone brighter than others, but all dishes were tasty. Sensible sized portions to allow you to make it to the end. The venison tartare, scallop toast, and rhubard & meadowsweet pre-desert where my favourites. Staff were very attentive without being intrusive. Happy to answer all my random Qs. Dealt with my husbands shellfish allergy without issue. Very pleasant celebratory dinner, and the wee card on the table was very thoughtful.

We had a spectacular meal at Fhior. Possibly one of our best ever! The food was delicious, fun and surprising. Great vibe - not stuffy/pretentious. It absolutely deserves a star.

We love Fhior! We always go on our anniversary and every time it's so special. Staff are amazing, atmosphere great and food delicious.

The food was delicious and the service exceptional!

Wonderful food and perfect service. We’ll most definitely be back.

Mixtapes was a unique dinning experience - a culinary treat!

We booked the tasting menu for a family celebration dinner (party of 7) in Nov '23. This was one of the best dining experiences we have had. The food was everything we expected and more. Great quality, great tastes and just the right portion sizes. Alongside this the restaurant has a great atmosphere - a good balance between being an eating experience without being too formal or pretentious. This is helped by the staff. We could not fault the staff - they were very responsive beforehand and really helped make the evening. Definitely recommend.

I booked Fhior recently to celebrate an occasion and I can safely say this was one of the best food experience we've had in Edinburgh. We went for the 4-course set lunch menu and it exceeded our expectations. I was initially slightly skeptical about the deer course, since I normally wouldn't have any meat that isn't well done, but it was simply delicious. They were kind enough to serve my pork well done when I asked. All the dishes were an unexpected and original combination of flavours. The service was 10/10, the place is tastefully decorated (loved the artsy puns on the walls) and the background music wasn't loud or bothersome. Will definitely be back and will definitely recommend.

Been a couples of time, both were great. Friendly staffs

Loved every little bit. wine pairing for the first time in all of our tasting menu experiences matched the dishes perfectly. Beyond our expectations.

Favourite restaurant for tasting menus in Edinburgh. Always delicious dishes that are fantastically put together, and leave full as a particularly big eater. The first place that comes to mind for an occasion.

Really excellent flavours, with nicely matched wines. The staff were well informed, friendly, and unobtrusive. Given my experience here, they easily deserve a Michelin star.

Thoughtfully constructed and beatutifully presented food menu and pairing wines, true treat for the senses, with knowledgeable and charismatic servers to top it off. Will without a doubt be back at the next available date

I went to Fhior to celebrate my birthday with my daughter Giorgia . The restaurant is cosy and the waiters very welcoming and helpful. They guided us through a journey of amazing flavours. At the beginning of our meal we didn’t know what to expect and I must admit I was a little bit worried, but it was an awesome discovery- dish by dish. We spent more than three hours dining at the restaurant, but it seemed as if we had only arrived just half an hour before. I strongly recommend this restaurant .

We had the 7 course dinner at Fhior when we were in town and thought it was wonderful. The service was absolutely perfect, from the staff serving the food to the sommelier. The food was interesting, different, and really good. The decor was upscale but comfortable, and we loved the funny artwork on the walls. We would definitely return in another season to have another taste.

Fantastic lunch. We had the 7 course tasting menu and paired wines. The (almost) full experience did not disappoint! Each dish looked too good to eat - but it would be a crime not to with such vivid and interesting flavour combinations. Lots of interesting Scottish foraged ingredients such as Hen of the Woods (unless you know your foraging, this might not be what you think!). The wines were very well chosen and carefully explained. The service was very attentive and really conveyed a passion for the food. Not cheap eats but you get what you pay for! Thank you!

Fhior has been on our radar for a while and we finally managed to align the stars and make a booking. A pleasant welcome in to a smart, minimalist dining area. A stunning, well balanced, seasonal tasting menu, hard to pick any favorites, though the bere barely bread was a highlight. All perfectly prepared, cooked and presented as you would expect, service just right. A delightful evening; look forward to coming again.

Fab-u-lous! Fhior has been on our radar for a while and we finally managed to align the stars and make a booking. A pleasant welcome in to a smart, minimalist dining area. A stunning, well balanced, seasonal tasting menu, hard to pick any favorites, though the bere barely bread was a highlight. All perfectly prepared, cooked and presented as you would expect, service just right. A delightful evening; look forward to coming again.

Splendid! This restaurant was just an absolute treat. The food was so lovely and everything was explained so well by the staff. The service was so good and they were all so welcoming.

We booked the 4 course tasting menu at Fhior to celebrate our anniversary and it did not disappoint. The restaurant is beautiful with a relaxed welcoming ambience. The staff on duty were incredibly warm and friendly as well as being extremely knowledgeable about the dishes they brought us. I'm vegan and my husband doesn't eat seafood so I thought we might cause some issues for the chefs but each course was beautiful and delicious. Being vegan, sometimes I feel my food is a bit of an afterthought or cobbled together, that was certainly not the case at Fhior where every morsel was clearly given the utmost care. What a wonderful use of ingredients. I wouldn't hesitate to go back again and I recommend Fhior to everyone. Thank you for a wonderful lunch. My husband can't stop talking about the fermented butter!

Really fantastic experience. All of our dishes thoughtful and creative while delivering superb quality. The service was excellent; and the environment comfortable and relaxing. Will absolutely return the next time I’m in town — can’t wait to see what’s new!

We went for the 10 course tasting menu evening sitting. The food was imaginative, beautiful and DELICIOUS. I had the dairy free/pregnant menu, I didn't feel as if I was missing out on any elements of the menu, which often happens when you have dietary requirements. The staff were really attentive and knowledgeable and the decor is lovely. Comfy seats too! Great experience all round.

We went here on a double date on Nov 10th. The food was incredible but I think what makes this place even more special is the service and the ambiance. From outside, the restaurant looks small so there's a fear that you'll overhear everyone else's table, but this didn't happen at all -the music was just right. All staff were really welcoming and friendly. Best of all was our sommelier. Sometimes wine pairing can be a bit pompous but he was very down to earth and knowledgeable. Loved it!

Simply outstanding - each dish in the 10 course tasting was a delight and the wine pairing was spot on. Service was impeccable. Fhior made my husband's 50th birthday celebration truly remarkable.

My partner visited Fhior for the 7-course tasting menu lunch. Every part of the experience was absolutely superb-- fantastic service, exquisite food, great ambience, and a lovely wine list. The highlight was having a chat with the sommelier, and realising that we were actually in the same first-year course at the University of Toronto many years ago! Great to see you again Phil-- thanks to you and all the team for a wonderful afternoon.

The food was great, service as well. Most of the food plating looked stunning and gorgeous!! What I also really liked were the various utensils and other tableware, that was really inspiring as well!! On other hand, I was really disappointed by the interior - the entrance area is still fine/ok, but the remaining rooms and furniture look rather ikea (very/bad) cheap ( guests at next table had similar opinion). Anyway - the gloriously looking and full flavour food can still distract the visitor from the rather below-average interior, come and enjoy!!!

Let me start by saying that this restaurant is a wonderful delight. We went to Edinburgh not knowing the city and picked a restaurant based on the menu alone. The descriptions of their menus if anything underplay what you will be served. I don’t mean they could improve their descriptions, I mean without looking arrogant how do you describe delicious food beautifully served? It is all here, depth of flavour, pretty presentations, good variety, attention to detail (by the staff), food you would not normally think you would like being a great surprise. How this does not have a Michelin star is curious as we have eaten in 2* which are not as good, maybe the critics had an off day. Staff are very friendly and welcoming and smile a lot, a sign that they are well treated. The sea bass and the lamb courses are too die for but the others are not far behind I just like sea bass and lamb especially so they really worked for me. Don’t go to Edinburgh without a visit but book ahead as they are busy, another good sign eh!

We had the 10 course option which was not cheap, the presentation of the food was nice but the taste did not live up to expectation and price point. When you go to a fine dining restaurant you expect a level of quality from the venue. If the food was out of this world exceptional, it could be brushed over but the tables and room were basic, the toilets were not far off a standard pub toilet. Unfortunately this did not live up to expectations.

The food was a sensation! The restaurant is very unimpressive from the outside, but inside a real surprise. You can choose between a 7 or 10 course menu, depending on the desire also with the accompanying wines. The kitchen uses mainly regional and seasonal ingredients, the presentation on the plate with each course a small work of art. The service is extremely friendly and courteous, the staff know their products, whether explaining the dishes or introducing the respective wine. You can tell that the team enjoys working here. Would come again at any time!

Fhior = truth in Gaelic, so here’s a very truthful review: Amazing four course (plus added extras!) tasting lunch menu for veggie and non veggie. Each course was sublime, using the best natural ingredients in a very imaginative yet authentic way. Exceptional service from a team very knowledgeable and enthusiastic about the food they offer and who want to make your dining experience special. The anniversary card was a delightful surprise also. Thank you for making our day special. Absolutely worth a visit.

We chose the three course tasting and one of our party of four added the wine pairing. Our meal was excellent. The Sea Bass was perfectly cooked and was our table favorite. The bread course came with two butters; be sure and taste the brown butter. The sommelier was very knowledgeable and provided great recommendations for wines to enhance the food. Every staff member was friendly and worked hard to make our meal exceptional. We only wish we lived closer to Fhior to eat there regularly.

Beautiful, delicious, farm-frwag tasting menu. I am vegetarian and I was impressed that my adapted menu was printed beforehand.

Food are very good , but the wine pairing is super good . They are not expensive wine but every wine goes so well with the food . Some of them blends out the salty taste , some of them brings out more of the taste of food / seasoning . Really really impressive with the sommelier!!!

We had a wonderful 4 course tasting lunch here - the food was amazing and the service couldn't have been better.

Such an incredible lunch! We had the 7 course taster menu and every plate was absolutely delicious and a work of art. Food and service perfection. From the moment we booked our table, the staff were extremely attentive. We were slightly worried about having our 9 month old baby with us but everyone was so welcoming. There was even an email prior to our booking offering to prepare fresh pasta for our baby! We cannot wait to go back. Thank you so much for a spectacular dining experience!

Outstanding 10 course meal. One of the best restaurants in the UK. Terrific service and they played great music from the 80's!

Lovely service from the minute we walked in till we left , such a chilled laid back calm atmosphere. Acknowledged allergies , attentive , explained every dish to us

We travelled for 4 days to Edinburgh and first thing we booked Fhior in April after seeing the chef on Great British Menu and choose for his concept and Scottish produce. We had an awesome experience with very welcoming and knowledgeable staff. The food was stellar, the turbot dish unforgettable. Wines were of high quality. Only minus was a loud group behind us, but this is not to blame on the restaurant at all. I don't know if its the strive, but I would expect Michelinstars for this in the near future. Keep up the great work! 5/5

food wasn't what we expected as it was rated very highly, lots of courses with the same creamy consistency, restaurant was freezing and had to ask if the heating could be put on

A wonderful evening at Fhior. The team were welcoming and provided a high end experience with more than the usual descriptions of the dishes. Phil, the head sommelier, gave an engaging presentation of the drinks pairings on each course and made sure the evening flowed in more than one sense of the word. Thank you Fhior for a wonderful and special evening - we hope to come back as the seasonal menu changes.

We love Edinburgh, having visited on a couple of previous occasions. It is a city of immense history and charm. We had heard of Fhior from friends in Australia. It did not disappoint. Chef Scott's particular focus on local ingredients, sourced locally and further afield, combined in delicious and creative ways, with an excellent wine list, far surpassed our expectations. Combined with friendly and very knowledgeable staff (esp Phil and Florence) our dinner was truly excellent. If you have a love of fabulous dining, Fhior is a must. John and Regina, Warragul, Australia

We heard about about Fhior in a NY Times article and had a visit to Edinburgh planned, so we made a reservation for dinner on a Sunday night. It far exceeded our expectations. We had the 10 course meal (which actually seemed like 14 especially...

So pleased to finally get the chance to experience Fhior. It did not disappoint. We had the 10 course tasting menu with wine pairing, which was exceptional. Each course was beautifully presented - some may be very small but the overall experience is the thing....

There is fine dining and then on a completely different planet is FHIOR. My wife and I felt that this was one of the very best meals we have every had in 30 years of dining out. We had the 7 course tasting menu which...

Agree with previous reviewer who wrote “Very expensive and lacking the wow factor”. The food looked absolutely beautiful, there is a huge amount of skill in this cooking. However, not once during the 7 course tasting menu did either of us think "wow! - that's...

We booked the ten course tasting menu with wine matching at Fhior for our 20th wedding anniversary. Our daughter joined us as she was starting at the University (not for the wine matching!) From the moment we arrived we knew we were in for a...

We booked the ten course tasting menu with wine matching at Fhior for our 20th wedding anniversary.  Our daughter joined us as she was starting at the University (not for the wine matching!) From the moment we arrived we knew we were in for a very special evening.  The whole team were very friendly and welcoming. The atmosphere was relaxed and even an anniversary card was on the table from the team. The sommelier and all of the waiting staff were incredibly knowledgeable about the food and wine and the service was faultless but not intrusive. The food was outstanding.  The flavours, textures, aromas and presentation were sheer wizardry!  The best tasting menu we have experienced with superbly matched fantastic wines. The atmosphere, music, flavours and wines triggered so many very specific memories from the past 20 years of our marriage - a true testament of a very special place that stimulates and delights all of the senses! Thank you to the the whole team for a wonderful evening that we will always remember!

I would highly recommend Fhior for anyone who has food allergies/intolerances. I have several severe allergies (peanut, lentil, potato) and the staff were extremely accommodating with advance notice. Beautiful fresh ingredients and unique flavour combinations. It made for a fantastic worry-free night out!

Disappointed not to be wowed by the tasting menu. Exceedingly small portions for each course, some of which were a confusion of flavours. The music in the restaurant was very loud and made it difficult to hear what our servers were saying about each course....

We thoroughly enjoyed our wedding anniversary lunch. We had the 4 course set menu which was fantastic. Beautiful presentation, imaginative and great flavour in all. Well balanced with suggested wines. Very reasonable prices considering skill and attention to preparation. Very friendly, professional and knowledgable service....

Fabulous experience for lunch. Flavors and presentation were excellent. Service attentive, wine list very good. Sommelier made excellent recommendations. Highly recommend and we hope to return.

Great food, really well made and presented. All staff really nice and attentive. The venue is nice, minimalist with a great vibe. Highly recommend!

My husband and I had a sensational 10 course tasting menu here, and every course was fresh and delicious. We loved the homemade bread/butter, and thought the service was attentive but informal (which is our preference). We will definitely be back, and would 100% recommend.

A flawless meal in a quiet little part of Edinburgh. It was by far the coolest restaurant experience I've ever had. The mackerel and lamb hors d'oeuvres were my personal favorites, but every dish was a highlight.

We had the lunch set. Food was very good, especially the Whisky sour and brown butter were delicious.

Perfect evening. The service is impeccable but laid back. The decor is refined but relaxed. The food is comforting and exciting all at once. Thank you to everyone there for making our daughter so welcome and for the exceptional meal. I usually have a stand out dish but not this time. It was all so so good. If you can, go here. It's so worth every penny. Can't wait to go back!

We came across this place while looking for restaurants in Edinburgh. I saw their website and their Instagram handle, I was very eager to try this place. Since my family and I didn't want to do a very large meal we made a booking for...

A delightful evening. Innovative, original food and knowledgeable, warm, unpretentious service. Highly recommended.

We had an excellent lunch with superb attention to detail. Service was also excellent. Could not fault anything. It was my partners birthday and the restaurant also put a birthday card on the table. Very highly recommend.

We returned to Fringe after 5 years and had to return to Fhior. The restaurant has maintained all of the outstanding elements since we stumbled upon it in 2018. The food was wonderful and varied. They were very happy to provide pescatarian and gluten free...

We had a fabulous lunch to celebrate my husband's birthday. We received amazing service from all the staff and the menu was delicious. The amuse bouche were innovative and just the start of what was an amazing treat. This is really good value for money...

Lovely contemporary restaurant with nicely laid out areas affording some privacy. Meal / tasting menu was really nice. You would however have needed to really like fish/ cured etc. nice thing was they did offer to give one of us a beetroot dish instead of...

A really fabulous lunch with amazing food beautifully presented. The Bloody Mary cocktail was a revelation! Staff were knowledgeable and attentive -- ensuring our pregnant daughter-in-law's requirements were taken into account. The synchronised setting down of the plates in front of the four of us...

Absolutely delicious 4 course tasting menu with paired wines. We also had the additional scallops course. Service was friendly and top notch. Wine information delivered in language we understood! First visited in 2019 and will now make this an annual event when we come to...

Excellent food and service here. We like to visit fairly regularly and are never disappointed. Incredible flavours in every dish, so delicious. Relaxed informal atmosphere and staff are all lovely.

We've eaten at many restaurants around the world, and a number of Michelin rated places. This was probably the best meal we've ever had. Just spectacular food in just the right portions. Not too much or too little. Amazing flavors created by skilled masters. No...

The food was excellent. Great culinary experience with the wine pairing. Highly recommend for a special evening.

Impeccable service and great food. I really enjoyed our evening at Fhior. It's pricey but absolutely worth it. I'll be back!

This is my fourth visit to Fhior for the 4course tasting menu with matching wines… always excellent. Fhior is different from other comparable Edinburgh restaurants- in the sense that the food is an original mix of flavours and ingredients- always beautifully presented. Having the wines...

This gorgeous place was a foodie find and a special treat! The moment we were welcomed inside by Florence, until we said goodbye, was a truly perfect experience. Each course was presented beautifully, and described with passion, and tasted heavenly that I tasted food I...

This was a 50th birthday treat for my husband as he is a real foodie . I booked it ages ago and the staff were helpful from the very beginning . What can i say but it exceeded my expectations the food was totally amazing...

From start to finish, the whole experience was amazing. The staff were so friendly and knowledgeable about the menu. The food was incredible. I would highly recommend if you're in Edinburgh.

One of the best meals we have ever had and the best in Scotland. The food was delicious and beautiful and the service wonderful. The variety and tastes were great

Our experience was fantastic from start to finish. The servers are very friendly, took time to explain how the menu worked and were on hand to answer any questions and offer recommendations. The food was delicious and very artistically presented. The wine is reasonably priced...

It is rare to experience a menu that each dish dish was not only innovative, tasty & fresh but the wines were perfectly matched! We loved the whole experience and will definitely return whenever we can.

One of our best fine dining experiences in recent years. We had 7 course for dinner with wine pairing. I am vegetarian and the substitutions were thoughtful and delicious. Staff especially Canadian sommelier were excellent. Loved it!

Amazing! The food was perfectly balanced, textured, and unique! I loved all the dishes for different reasons, can’t wait to return.

Really fantastic tasting menu, I would say this tops the fine dining restaurants I have been to in Edinburgh! Really great dishes, great service and nice intimate setting.

We opted for the set lunch menu at £45 with matching drinks for £40. Service was superb and food amazing but … portion size was very small. I understand that the ingredients used were top quality but I would have rather paid a bit more...

We are 2 friends who love exciting food. Food that through presentation and flavour is art in itself. If you combine this with outstanding service and a relaxed, modern atmosphere then you are dining at Fhior. We went for lunch and had the 10 course...

My third visit to Fhior, this time with all the family (including baby) for lunch. Incredible food. Knowledgeable, professional and delightful staff. Fhior is my favourite restaurant!!!

We had a lovely evening at FHIOR on May 4th. This was our first Michelin star restaurant and we expected the food to be amazing. It was. Our favorite course was the fish with a spicy sauce. Service was excellent. We liked the laid back...

7 course tasting menu with a cheeky 8th cheese course added. Every course was a hit and paired beautifully with the wines. Staff were lovely and very graciously accommodated an additional two people to our booking at short notice. The atmosphere was relaxed, with elegant...

I took my husband to Fhior last week to celebrate his birthday - and it was a wonderful evening. We had the seven course tasting menu and wine pairing and a couple of the house made soft drinks. The food was exceptional. We were taken...

We really enjoyed the lunch tasting menu. Each course was beautifully presented and explained. One of our group was vegetarian and what was great they kept the same menu but just substituted as appropriate to their satisfaction to give a more shared experience. I note...

Phenomenal meal. Wonderful service. Friendly staff. Amazing ambience. Great selection of music. Highly recommend this restaurant to anyone who loves fine dining. It’s up there with the best.

I had my birthday dinner last Thursday here (4th May) I’m really pleased to say that myself and my friends had absolutely fantastic night! Food was amazing, staff were very attentive, informative and took very good care of us! Thank you so much for making...

Such a lovely experience for a 10 course meal. We are from states and this was our favorite meal while in Britain. Highly recommend while in Edinburgh.

Visited on Sunday for lunch. Restaurant consists of 3 separate rooms, two have street frontage and seemed quite light and bright, however we were sat in the “middle room” which had little natural light and was a bit stark and dingy. The all white decor...

Very impressed with this restaurant. On arrival we were greeted with a friendly ‘good evening’ by all the staff, the seating and atmosphere was great. The high points have to be: - the delicious food, cleverly presented and beautifully seasoned - the knowledgeable and helpful...

went here for a special meal and it was special. neither of us have any dietry requirements which meant we could have the items as intended. somewhere that produces food this good in such a small space is not for the picky or restricted eaters....