New York Steam Packet in Edinburgh, City of

Lad who served us (Sam) was brilliant and really made us welcome. Amazing food and amazing value for money considering the quality of steak.

Muy decepcionante. El restaurante estaba muy helado, teníamos chaquetas y abrigos puestos durante toda la comida. La comida era fría y poco apetitosa. Cubiertos sucios y suciedad general en general. Precio muy reflectante del estándar.

Este lugar estaba escondido en una calle lateral, y dudábamos afuera, pero estábamos muy contentos de haber entrado. El maravilloso personal, fue muy educado y atento. Muy cuidadosamente hicieron un artículo fuera del menú que mi compañero podía comer, para acomodar sus alergias, y se aseguraron de verificar la contaminación cruzada.  La comida era excelente, una de las mejores hamburguesas que he probado y la mejor que he probado en Edimburgo. Un lugar pequeño y acogedor, definitivamente volveremos a probar la comida de origen local y excelentemente preparada. Las patatas fritas también eran increíbles. ¡Nuestro único arrepentimiento es no tener desierto!

Hemos celebrado un par de eventos en el NYSP en el último mes, y fue genial en ambas ocasiones. Ewan fue realmente complaciente. Él movió mesas, etc. para que pudiéramos meter a todos, y permaneció abierto un poco más tarde para ajustarse a nuestro horario. Comida, música, etc., todo era justo lo que queríamos y tuvimos una noche fabulosa. Aunque es tan central, el Steam Packet se siente un poco como un secreto bien guardado, alejado de Rose Street, muchas personas en Edimburgo no saben que está allí y es fácil pasarlo por alto, pero eso solo se suma a la atmósfera cuando ¡encuentras la puerta misteriosa y subes la escalera de caracol! Me encantó y definitivamente volveremos!

This place has hardly changed over the years which makes it special. Nothing fancy but somehow it has a great atmosphere. Good food at fantastic prices for being in the city centre. Will be back soon.

Sorry to give the New York Steam Packet a poor rating, but as a group we were disappointed with the depleted menu and the quality of the food. OK it's cheap and cheerful but we struggled to find enough space, despite being pre-booked, and the service was slow. Perhaps the most disturbing aspect was that our bill was about double what it should of been. Obviously a mistake ....

Went to the NYS lastnight with my boyfriend. This my family have been visiting this restaurant for over 40years. We where running a bit behind on our table but Euan was great and accommodated us perfectly. The food as per was great and it was lovely to see a couple of new items featured on the old faithful menu. Myself and my boyfriend will definitely return both together and with friends. If your looking for value for money and a good meal in an intimate environment I would suggest you give it a go. NYS never fails to give a great service.

My wife and I used to go to tne NYSP regularly in the 1970's, but we haven,t been back in 20 yrs. On Tuesday I returned with my son and I founs little if anything had changed it was still the 1970's steak house with bring your own booze it was greatwe both had the three course fixed price menu and here in York I couldn't get two steaks for that price let alone 3 courses. Yesterday I went back by myself and tried some new dishes that will appear on their new menu at the end of the month they were fantastic and I look forwrd to going back again. This is a small place with only about 30 covers so not good for bigger parties, it is also up a spiral staircase so not disabled friendly or suitable for people with young families great for couples and friends

We had a very good meal ! And the atmosphere is amazing ☺️ Ewan cooked a perfect dinner for us and was very welcoming 👍

A pleasent moment with a very nice cook/waiter Ewan. I will definitely go back there! I miss it already!

Tested Travel loved our visit and meal at New York Steam Packet. Tucked away on a side street, it felt like a real find! With only about 10 tables, the setting is intimate -- you can see right into the kitchen. We ate a great steak and haggis. Read our full review at testedtravel.com

Not that impressed It had been 15 years since I had went here, had been going a few times then but a dodgy mussel put me off. Waava works do, only people in the place which is small, one waitress and one bloke cooking . Redio on in the background with adverts? Get a CD on guys. Anyway 3 courses nothing special went for burger and chips, like Mickey D chips don't retain heat and wasn't that impressed with the burger. Good thing is bring your own bottle so had wine and beer with us. O e toilet down the spiral staircase was weird, only one?? Bit of a state outside with sand, needs to look a little more inviting and chances of going back are slim.

When i arrived the area out the front was strewn with rubbish and litter, I opened the door and a mouse ran across the floor in front of me. We still decided to stay (that was a mistake!) Starters were just ok, 2 of our steaks had to be sent back and chips with mains were fozen chips you'd buy in supermarket.Only 2 of 3 desserts on menu were available so I took coffee which was lukewarm. My friends didnt eat their desserts as they were awful. I don't take leaving a negative review lightly but feel on this occasion its necesary. We didnt complain on the night as had alrady told staff about the mouse and felt it would spoil our night out.

Well! Our first night in edinburgh. It took me three attempts to find the place. It was up an alley with a blackboard hidden away. The outside had odd pieces of plastic grass. Awful. We were the only 2 there and it was opened up as we had pre-booked. The chef/hostess was lovely. We had beautiful sweet potato and coconut soup. I had salmon. Looked like what I would buy frozen and cook. Chips hot and salad lovely. My husband had a nice enough steak. Apple pie was delicious. We brought wine with us but we left as soon as we had eaten as I felt we were keeping the girl there for no reason d there was no atmosphere as we were the only guests. My advice is clean up outside and don't open for 2 people to sit akwardly on theur own it was a nice gesture but not the right decision. 10 out of 10 to the girl who tried to make us feel at home. Not happy to get dressed up and sit on our own in a not too warm restaurant

I thought the place was derelict from outside. Starter warm. Place was freezing. Waited forever for main course plates were cold food warm. Really disappointing. Place just looked the same as it did 30 odd years ago. Nice staff but needs a jolly good facelift with some up to date hearing. Staff couldn’t stress enough that they needed the table for 8pm. Won’t be back.

16 of us had a brilliant time on Xmas eve at the NYSP. We were so well looked after and the food and atmosphere were 1st class. Plan to be regular visitors.

Last time I visited here I wasn't too enamoured. However, Kevin, got in touch with me and offered to put things right. I've been very happy here before and everyone has an off day and so....

I am Coeliac and along with folk from my work I had a lovely 3 Course Meal. I e-mailed ahead and they replied within 24 hours. We agreed on my meal options. On the evening before The Chef telephoned me and we discussed my gluten free options in more detail. They don't normally offer boiled potatoes but he offered to get some in since the fries are cooked in same fryer as gluten containing products. I decided on tomato salad for a Starter, Salmon, salad and boiled potatoes for main and then gluten free chocolate cake for Dessert. The staff wore gloves during serving to avoid any cross contamination. They were all very helpful. Although they stipulate that they cannot guarantee any cross contamination I was fine with no I'll effects. Would definitely recommend.

Environment is friendly but food is basic and I was expecting more/better for the price (e.g. something as basic as removing the beard from the mussels)

This restaurant is great, we had a party of 14 and we had this wee place to ourselves. Food was so good, staff were great, byob was a great bonus, I’m looking forward to my next visit 😊

Food and service were both excellent and BYOB a real bonus. I have meant to try this restaurant a number of times over the last ten years and wish I had visited before now.

This is my 2nd time at the NYSP and it did not disappoint. Lovely food and great atmosphere. The staff were attentive and provided a great service. It’s cosy and great value for money. Thanks again will be back soon!

Went here for a friends learning night 12 of us all served quickly and efficiently, staff supported our wee sing song Good food good service

Un grupo de 15 de nosotros estábamos en la NYSP la pasada semana en un viernes por la noche.

Está un poco escondido y se sentirá que saliese, pero una vez perdido u encontrar es genial. Lugar pequeño, por lo que definitivamente quizás, éramos un

had the most incredible time on Saturday night, atmosphere was great, staff were great and the food was amazing. Big thank you for a special night

Visité aquí con 3 amigos el sábado por la noche.

Los aperitivos estaban bien pero un poco fría. El bistec estaba medio duro grasa. Mi marido era hamburguesa nadando en grasa y lo único que realmente quería para el postre no tienen y terminamos con trozos de bizcocho y superficial congelados. Nos llevamos a nuestro 250de vino ya era un BYOB y tuvimos que pedir un abridor de 250como el tiempo que habíamos terminado nuestra entrantes todavía no habían ofrecido. Me sentí honrado que había tirado la noche yendo de aquí. Y nos dice que cada tanto "Iv tenía mejor M&S; comidas".

No he estado aquí en casi 30 años, así que pensé ver si es igual de bueno. Entrantes estaban bien, pelotas haggis y mejillones, no nos ofrecieron nada para lavarse los dedos después de la mejillones. Filetes vino bastante rápidamente después de eso, pero eran bastante grasos, luego que eran postres la mejor parte de la comida. Me sentí un poco de prisa y luego cuando pagamos la factura el camarero nos preguntó si queríamos que nuestro cambio? Me pareció que era grosero. No creo que vuelva.

Una celebración de cumpleaños de vapor de Nueva York Paquete el viernes pasado, la comida estupenda, el personal y el servicio no me puedo quejar, su duro trabajo y su atención era insuperable. Yo, al igual que todos mis clientes disfrutamos de noche y sin duda esperamos volver

llegamos a las 8. El sábado a las 15:00 habíamos escuchado tanto sobre este lugar que pensamos que iba a ser excelente lo que es una decepción tres pelotas de haggis del tamaño de canicas. Había más mostaza en el plato que plato principal de haggis que todos habíamos pedido filete todos los filetes volvimos porque estaban tibia, regresaron no mucho mejor, lo único que estuvo bien fue que los dulces nunca recomendarían este lugar a nadie y no volveremos

Table of 13 booked in and two people didn't manage to get steak as their main course, starters came out in stages, so some people had theirs first, then another lot had theirs second and then the worst part was that the people who ordered pâté got it after the cooked starters.

Tendría que haber revisado este restaurante, pero no me ha sido posible. Pasé una semana llamando en diferentes ocasiones, pero siempre tiene un contestador. Me gusta hablar con un ser humano, a veces más que un sitio de reserva. Sin embargo, dejé el teléfono después de 5 días y envié un correo electrónico como el mensaje propuesto. Después de dos respuestas de los NY Paquete de vapor prometiendo 'hora con los chicos y 'volver a mí' he dado después de 5 días de espera para una respuesta. Hemos reservado en otro sitio. TBH he estado aquí antes y no estaba mal. Estábamos realmente sólo le doy otro go y su BYOB. Mucho la competencia para elegir la que contesta los teléfonos y correos electrónicos. No dura mucho correo electrónico atrás y decir su completamente lleno?

Por desgracia, no fue una buena experiencia. El restaurante estaba muy frío, ya que sólo hay 2 calentadores de pared y sólo uno estaba en cuando llegamos. Terminamos comiendo nuestra comida con nuestros abrigos, así que usted puede leer desde lo frío que era. Los entrantes de Haggis Pelotas y Mejillones, pero ambos eran agradable nuestro gusto carecían de hamburguesas y aderezos que necesitábamos. El plato de postre de la firma no estaba disponible y recibimos lo que puedo decir, fue comprado en una tarta. En general, fue muy decepcionante, ya que tenía muy buenos recuerdos de este restaurante desde hace mucho tiempo

Es muy bueno para un grupo hasta 16 personas. Comida decente y no hay necesidad de comprar bebidas caras, conseguir su propio lo cual es genial.

Recuerdo estar aquí, en 1976, y verdaderamente no ha cambiado en ese tiempo. Mejor relación calidad-precio en Edimburgo, Escocia, y si no, yo estaba en una gran fiesta de Navidad y un servicio espléndido toda la noche desde el director Stephen, a quien nada era demasiado problema. Es un lugar y no BYPB lo que tine. Cuando vivo en SW3, lo que se cobra por una cena de tres platos aquí tienes un vaso de vino. Un lugar divertido y una gran noche!

Food and atmosphere was great and the overall experience was enjoyable. Perfect for large groups. The menu had lots of tasty options and the portion size was satisfactory. The one complaint would be that the head waiter (there was only one) was fairly shady in terms of his handling of the £50 deposit. The deposit had been pre-paid and arranged so that it would not be deducted from the final bill and instead returned to the individual who paid it, however, without telling us he deducted the deposit from our final bill and we went on to pay the full price of our meal, overpaying by £50.When confronted with the issue the waiter very shakily looked through the receipts and came out with some mental maths waffle for a while before finally admitting he owed us the deposit back so be sure to look out for that.He also claimed he had not read the email stating the deposit should not be deducted from the final ill which was as blatant a lie as they come.

I spent a lot of my childhood in The Steam Packet and have wonderful memories of it! My mum was friends with the owner and some other friends who had restaurants and bars in the area so we were in there a lot (I think she may have done the original sign for outside). It's a super quirky little (tiny!) place hidden up an alley that looks like the sort of place you should probably avoid! A spiral staircase greets you as you walk in the door (that I enjoyed hiding under as a wee girl) and you go straight upstairs to the restaurant. I'm 41 now and was last there about 5 years ago and was pleased to see it hadn't changed much since my memories of it over 30 years ago! It seems to have stuck to it's ethos of simple but good quality American style food and on a good night I'm sure the atmosphere is electric, helped by being able to see and hear your steak and burgers cooking in the kitchen at the back of the room. It is a little rough around the edges but if you're looking for something yummy in a setting that's got character then this place is the real deal! Book in advance, take friends and wine :)

First time visiting the new York steam packet, was recommended by a friend. It's cheap and cheerful, byob is handy, the portions are a great size and the food is delicious. They were good enough to open early for our group of 14 with prior arrangement, and they really looked after us. There's a 2 hour limit on tables so make sure you're aware of this. We forgot and ir wasn't easy finding another pub to seat that many people on a Saturday afternoon! Also only one little toilet so if it's busy be prepared to queue. No disabled access but again that wasn't an issue for us. All in all it was a great experience and we'll definitely be back

I've been to the NYSP 4 or 5 times now and love what it has to offer.At weekends, £16.50 for a standard 3 course meal or £21.00 for 3 courses with steak main in Edinburgh city centre... no chance will you find this anywhere else! Cheap and cheerful is the aim of the game here. As you approach the restaurant from the outside you'd be forgiven for thinking this place was a bit of a dive but what it has to offer within is fantastic. The dining area is small, nautical themed, and intimate able to fit about 25 comfortably maybe 35 at a squeeze. Set menu has something to offer for everyone. I've had steak each time and each time it's been cooked to perfection. Staff are friendly, efficient and happy to accommodate where possible.If you're expecting gourmet cooking at a cut price don't waste your time or money. If you want good, decent food at a very reasonable price for the city centre, this is the place for you.Book ahead so as not to be disappointed!

We went to this restaurant last night for my son's 30th birthday. There were 23 of us. The food was all freshly cooked and was delicious. Considering there were so many of us waiting to be fed at the same time, they did an excellent job. They have a set three course menu for £15.95 and outs a BYOB establishment , with the corkage being £1.00 per bottle. I would recommend this restaurant to anyone looking for a great meal at a reasonable price. The staff were very friendly and couldn't do enough for us.

The exterior/entrance gives a very bad impression, and the toilet as you enter is a bit put off, the place looks as if it could do with a good clean. The food wasn't bad, but 3 spoonfuls of crispy haggis doesn't constitute haggis ball. The chicken was good and sauce pleasant, dessert was fine. Staff very pleasant, but I wouldn't go back sadly or recommend.

The food was simple and delicious in a warm cosy atmosphere. It's also BYOB which makes it very wallet-friendly! The staff were very pleasant and welcoming. Don't expect anything fancy, and you can't go wrong! We will definitely return. Thanks NYSP!

Looking for something a little different? An adventure, perhaps? The quirky New York Steam Packet is a great restaurant experience for yourself and friends, for an occasion or when you want to get away from the pretentiousness that lingers around some of Edinburgh's city centre eateries. You first have to find it, which is a fun experience of it's own, but this hidden-gem doesn't disappoint from the moment you step inside. After climbing the spiral staircase, you'll be treated to an intimate dining experience where the three course menu will provide fantastic tastes at excellent value. I began with the muscles, which were cooked beautifully in a garlic and cream sauce, followed by a perfectly cooked sirloin steak and finished with a toffee crunch cake. I honestly couldn't decide which of the courses was the best. Don't forget to BYOB! You'll have a great night out here.

Do not let the shabby entrance in Rose Street Lane put you off trying this place, nor the steep winding staircase that takes you up into this tiny restaurant. The menu is a three course set price deal £14.50 during the week, slightly more at weekends. The choice is small but you cannot expect anything else for the price or the size of the kitchen. If you are looking for basic non fancy food, in the city centre, good value for money with no frills, then this is worth a try. It is also BYOB at only £1 corkage!! The chef not only cooked our food but served it as well. He was extremely pleasant and attentive but also left us alone to enjoy the evening. Be aware tho that on weekends you can only have the table for two hours...but they state that clearly on the website. All in all, you can have a nice meal and a fun time here as long as you do not have fancy expectations.

Have just returned home from a brilliant evening at NYSP to celebrate my brother's 50th birthday. He had been there before but I had not.Although small area, enough room for everybody to eat Nd have a blether and a laugh. Nothing formal which was nice, food was excellent and a credit to the chef and his staff. Good choice on menu for the 3 course price £16.50 and everything arrived in good time. Also plenty on the plate. Staff were very helpful and 2 hours sitting time was perfect for us before we moved on. The staff even lit and brought out the birthday cake!!Where else could you get all this for this price anywhere in Scotland never mind in the capital, Edinburgh? If you want a good non fancy meal in non fancy surroundings for a very nominal price then try NYSP and you won't be disappointed.

So this place won't please everyone but for me it was pretty decent. It's pretty hard to find down a back street lane. It's an old building and the stairs to get up to it are pretty treacherous so not advised for anyone with mobility issues. The place is like sitting in someone's living room fits around 30 ppl so pretty small. It can be noisy when full but does have a nice atmosphere. It's a set menu 3 courses for £14.50 midweek and it's a BYOB so pretty cheap. Food was uncomplicated but was nice particularly the crunch tart but probably nothing you couldn't make at home. Id recommend it there's a group of you looking for a cheap evening but expect no thrills

Even walking into this restaurant the entry walkway was filthy and strew with fag ends and rubbish, as was underneath the stairs where you stand to wait to use the only 1 toilet for all, which was filthy. Food wise, the mussels were undercooked, the portion size minute, and the steaks overdone. I wont be rushing back

A bit like having a large family dinner party in your own home. Lots of atmosphere, people chatting and enjoying themselves and nice food. Staff were very friendly. Recommend it for groups looking for a friendly relaxed time.

I remember coming to this place about 5 years ago and the same as this time it was for a large work night out, which the NYSP excels at. If you are looking for a place to cater for a group of around 30 odd with a no nonsense, basic menu and rapid service then this is the place. Its going to be a marmite venue for some though and for me personally its not my cup of tea, hence the three stars, too cramp, noisy and average food. As I said though, if most of your group are merrily on their way between the pubs/clubs in the area then its perfect.

4th or 5th visit but first review...What the NYSP is not: A Foodie destination, Michelin Star, a £1m for out, a place for a quiet romantic dinner.What the NYSP is: BYOB, fun, caring staff, good at steaks, solid fare, party atmosphere, exceptionally good value, caring, honest.Don't expect this to be something it s isn't and you won't be let down.It is a cracking wee restaurant that's great for nights out with a bunch of friends.

I haven't been to this place before but I think I would like it very much. The reason being it sounds fabulous for a general get together or a romantic meal. Four sittings too. I be there for all four. Mussels for starters washed down with a nice German Riesling I would bring myself and then a haggis burger accompanied by some French Cabernet Sauvignon. Then have a laugh with the notoriously friendly staff who also have a sense of humor. I'd recommend this place to locals and visitors.

Less of a restaurant but more of someone's front room you sit in whilst they cook food that just about fills a hole but lacks any kind of professionalism or quality. Potato skins were undercooked and unappetising. The burger was one of the worst I have ever had. Surely getting the cheese to melt on a cheeseburger is standard for a 'New York' restaurant.Laughably bad food, cold, and they chuck you out after 2 hours. Avoid.

Having eaten here numerous times albeit over 5 years ago I was very much looking forward to returning. I was rather disappointed. The restaurant is tiny, incredibly cold and all four wine glasses on our table were filthy and covered in someone else's lipstick. The menu is limited but I cannot fault the food itself. Large portions of good tasting and good value food.The waitress who actually served our table was fantastic very friendly and efficient. However there was another female staff member who should never be allowed to be customer facing. We had the table until 8pm and at 8.01pm she came rushing over to our table shouting at us and ordering us to leave. There were many other ways that would have been polite to have asked us to drink up and move on but clearly this waitress has no manners. She was very very rude and actually her attitude quite upset one of our party. Doubtful if I will return.

This is a little unusual restaurant. I went with a hen which was good but we nearly filled the place; I doubt it can seat more than 30 people. We had a set menu which was fine. Nothing special-I had haggis balls, cheese burger and choc fudge cake. If was a set menu which was good value at 3 courses for £15 I think. It's BYOB with £1 corkage which makes it cheap for a meal out. The food was nice but not out of this world. Good for a quick standard American meal. It was quite rushed to get out for the next sitting later in the evening. Pros-nice food, cheap, byobCons-basic, small place, rushed

I will not be rushing back to this restaurant. Tiny, cramped, cold, draughty, limited menu, very average food and apathetic staff who couldn't wait to see the back of us so they could go home early. Set menu, which for those who do not want to eat three courses does not give value for money

Restaurants' competition in Edinburgh is fierce to say the least, yet this wee place is just great!!! it is a small venue so booking is definitely a must.The decor is nautical (all about titanic) and very quirky :)The staff is very friendly, helpful and informalI was very surprised by the chef, who sent the food very quickly, we hardly waited from ordering to eating and in between coursesIt is a set menu for a very accessible priceI ordered the potato skins, they were yummy! and a steak which was cooked to perfection and very generous portionI cant recommend this place enough, cant wait to go back myself!!

Was recommended this restaurant when a group of us were getting together a year ago, and when some of us met up again this weekend we couldn't think of a better place to go! Very relaxed place, food was top notch and we had an amazing night. Love the fact it is BYOB and the owner and staff are very friendly too which is always a huge plus. Recommend the steak, and pecan pie. Will be back I am sure!

Visited with my parents who were regulars here 20 years ago, and nothing disappointed. What a great place in the centre on town, looking forward to my return visit !

Venue - small & intimate. To reach the seating area you have to use a spiral staircase. Only one toilet (never enough when there are lots of women!)Food - fixed menu & BYOB. Food was served quickly & reasonably presented. I had pate to start which I found disgusting. The oatcakes and salad were nice.Followed by the chicken with fries. This was tasty. For dessert I had chocolate fudge cake. This was nothing special and looked/tasted cheap.Service - quick & efficient.

Hired Kevin's restaurant for a 50th Birthday Surprise for my partner. 32 of us had an excellent night. Kevin was so helpful getting night organised. Friendly staff and great food. Our guests were full of compliments for this venue.Thanks again Kevin.

We found the steam packet during a holiday in Edinburgh and had a great meal there. Great American-style food in an intimate, quirky setting with friendly, attentive staff. Chilled soft drinks would have been even better but that didn't put us off. Will definitely be visiting again. :-)

I was recently here for a group dinner with some fellow Americans and the food was delicious! Whether you get haggis or soup, burgers or fish, it's fantastic food. The desserts were absolutely divine as well. Though it was only a set menu (so you get 3 courses no matter what), the value was excellent and there was definitely enough food! The staff was very friendly and they even threw in a couple bottles of free wine! This was overall a great experience and I'd definitely recommend it!

Excellent staff so friendly & food was delicious. Highley recommend it's bring your own bottle. Would recommend for small parties only up to 30-34 people.

Loved the New York steam packet . Small venue but has a really good atmosphere. We visitied as a group of 5 on a Friday early evening . Set menu was three courses for approx £17 , extra 3 pounds sur charge for a main of steak. (Slightly cheaper if you are in Mon-thur) but still the menu seemed v reasonably priced for city centre. For starters our table ordered haggis balls & soup (coconut and sweet potato) clear plates all round with everyone really pleased with their entry course. We all went for steaks for mains with either the garlic butter or peppercorn sauce. Brilliant sirloins cooked to perfection with a side of skinny fries and salad. Probably the best steak I've eaten at a restaurant. Deserts were also superb. Toffee dime cake is a must .. asked my friend next to me for a score out of 10 for his meal at the end of the evening - Came in a solid 10 and I would have to agree. Will definately be back. Also really enjoyed the varied tunes throughout the meal .. Took me back . Would book in advance as was full at 6pm. Sean McDonald.

NYSP Is very small and hidden away, but after walking past a few times and being curious I eventually managed to go in one night and thankfully we managed to get a table. The service was great and very friendly, and the food was good too, reminds me of good old homemade comfort food that I love. Nothing too special but the whole experience was great, and they let us take our deserts away with us as we were in a rush, the caramel cake that I got was excellent.

We have been to this restaurant many times. We usually go in a big group but this time was just 4 of us. Food is outstanding, atmosphere great and it's cheap as chips! great night had by all.

Algo distinto, algo bien new yorker en una ciudad mas medival como edimburgo. Gran variedad de burgers. Recomiendo, aunque quizas para los bolsillos ajustados tipo mochileros es un poco caro!

This place is amazing. I was in Edinburgh for a hen weekend and this restaurant was recommended by a friend. The food was fantastic, we had the three course meal for £16.50. It is hard to find a restaurant with good quality food for a really good and reasonable price. The owners and staff couldn't be more accommodating. They had a challenge on their hands to please 17 of us, but they succeeded without a doubt. To top it off you can bring your own alcohol, only a small corkage fee, just watch the stairs as you leave. Thank you New York Steam Packet.

We've lived in Edinburgh for years and had never heard of this place, only coming across it recently on Tripadvisor. It sounded interesting, so we gave it a go.The first impression from the outside is that of a backstreet speakeasy in NYC, but don't let that put you off. On opening the door, you're confronted by a steep spiral staircase to get upstairs to the restaurant itself, which turns out to be pretty small, with maybe only 20 seats or so.There's a menu with three courses for £16.50, with each course having a choice of 4 or 5 items. Being a steak and burger man, I was well catered to, but there's other choices too. We both upgraded to the steak, which was fine, no issues at all. We didn't have a starter, so got a free can of coke instead.We had the signature Dime bar pudding to finish and enjoyed that very much.Being BYOB, we saved a bit too, which was nice. One thing to note is that this is the only American-type place I can think of with BYOB, the rest being Indian and the like, so for me it's ideal, meaning good solid American nosh with cheap beer thrown in. Paradise.Service was friendly too, so all in all, we're impressed and will definitely be back.

Hey this you get up staircase which wind round steep. Have many burger here and the steaks, Americans lick the beef I think. The chips is not chips but fries, quite skinny. All cooked there and then and just one pound each for "bringing the bottle that is your own" not much price at all and service is excellent I like!

When you want to have a great meet with a bunch of friends, this is the place to go. Set menu which will have something to please everyone, and Kevin also ensured one of our party on a special diet was catered for. Byob which no one can complain about and friendly, comfortable service. We always enjoy a night in the NYSP!

I took the team here for our works night out and had a excellent time. The food and service was excellent. There was 13 if us and all the food came out at the same time and we all had three course including steaks which were cooked perfectly. It is a BYOB which means you can have a top class meal and get drunk and not spend a fortune. The staff and chef were very accommodating as you can imagine 13 guys out on a Christmas doo could be a challenge. Would highly recommend this place and we have already booked for next years Xmas meal.

I booked the restaurant for a party of 25 on Saturday night, the manager Kevin was absolute fantastic, communication about the booking via email was very prompt. I have never been to Edinburgh before so had no idea what to expect, the restaurant offered exactly what we wanted, a varied menu to suit everyone in our group including vegetarians and fussy eaters and Bring Your Own Booze was another selling point. They did not disappoint. Getting 25 girls ready and there on time was hard, we were 15-20 minutes late but the services was quick, it was no time at all between courses and all in all everyone was very happy. Kevin even gave me an umbrella on the way out as it had started to rain, the whole experience was fantastic, thank you :)

Beautiful set menu. Clean, comfortable with a great atmosphereBring your own boozeFood was amazing

The sweet potato soup was lovely but the steak was as tough as old boots. My friend ordered a burger, the top half of the bun was smothered in something- mayo perhaps? Anyway it was so saturated it flopped about when she picked it up, she couldn't eat it. Have been here before and it was nice but don't think we'll be back.

このレストランは自分のお酒が持ち込めるBYOB(bring your own bottle)です。料理は、ムール貝のワイン蒸し、ステーキ、バーガーそしてデザートにチョコレートケーキを食べました。どれも味が良く満足でしたが、レストランが謳うアメリカンレストラン、というのがいまいち感じることができませんでした。典型的なスコティッシュ（もしくはイギリス）料理だと思います。私のブログで料理を写真付きで紹介しています。よかったら是非ご覧下さい。http://pommesandchips.blogspot.co.uk/2014/09/the-new-york-steam-packet-byob.html

Be prepared to hunt for the place because google maps is wrong; although a quick phone call to the restaurant and we had clear directions. Sorted. Myself and 5 friends were booked in for the 6pm:2hr sitting and although 3 of them were 15mins late, they chose quickly and we were able to order quite sharply (considering 15mins is the average time that people take to decise what to order it certainly didnt delay the waiting staff/chef). The starters came out and all was good, but there was a 25minute lag between starters and main and considering you only get a 2hr sitting we felt quite rushed by the time the main course arrived. The food was average-nothing to write home about but it lined the belly. Then we ordered dessert, some had the dime pie (i've had better elsewhere in the city) and 1 had the pecan pie. Firstly, those of us that had the dime pie were finished before the pecan pie was even served to my friend. Secondly, the pecan pie was vile. It didnt remotely resemble a pie and my friend described it as pecans with a bit of syrup poured over. When we complained to the waitress she said "sorry, i know". WHY WOULD YOU SERVE SOMETHING THAT YOU KNOW WILL ATTRACT COMPLAINTS?! The extras were removed from the bill to compensate for this so that's good service but i don't like to have to complain after a meal! The staff also only have a 15minute turn around between sittings which results in a rushed end to the night and customers being hastled out the door. The best thing about this place was the cheap price of the 3 course meal and the BYOB. I don't think i'd go back here, there are nicer places in Edinburgh.

A friend and I ate there this weekend! The cosy restaurant has brilliant food, a fun atmosphere and great friendly staff! I will most definitely be back. :-)

My wife and ate there last Friday after watching a show at the festival. We had booked a table in advance because it's not the largest of restaurants and it was about half full so there was a good atmosphere. I had the haggis balls and my wife had the sweet potato and coconut soup then we both went for steaks and finished off sharing the toffee crunch dime bar cake. Service was very efficient and pleasant. The food was delicious and excellent value for money. It is a BYOB reataurant, so if you want alcohol you'll need to take your own (but no spirits, I think).

Fantastic place!!! Super friendly and fun staff/service. Food is fantastic- steak I ordered was exactly how I wanted it and cooked to perfection with an incredible peppercorn sauce. For those with a sweet tooth like me the dime bar cake is to die for!!!. With byob, this place is an absolute diamond of a place.REALLY GREAT VALUE FOR MONEY. Thanks for an ace night. We will definately be back. :) :)

I came here with some work colleagues,hoping for a great meal and relaxed atmosphere.I was really apprehensive as the outside is pretty grim.The venue is very small,which is fine if you are a large group as you will basically have the place to yourself.You enter and go up a steep spiral staircase to the resturant. Under the staircase seems to be a storage area which seems to house loads of junk ladders,chairs etc. Its just off putting.The menu is pretty basic which is fine.I had potato skins,what can I say?Second course was steak which was fine. Dessert was dime cheesecake which was the best part of the night very nice.It's a byob restaurant which keeps the cost down.I have to say I was very disappointed, and wouldn't hurry back. I had hoped the staff would have beven engaging, this wasn't the case ,just no atmosphere. You are given a 2hr approx time slot. We were basically told our time was up when we hadn't finished our drinks. The night came to an abrupt end. :-(

After reading recent reviews i was really looking forward to this place.£15.95 for 3 courses and max £1 corkage for beer/wine.Small and cozy wee place but the entrance doesnt really help do it justice.Got the haggis balls to start which were ok. Then the homemade burger which i felt frankly that i make better myself.The dime cake was actually fantastic but i do love sweet things.The service was fair, did the job and that was that.Been there once and personally dont think ill go back. Give it a bash, you may love it.

Here on a Fri night to begin our night out. We were the first to arrive but tables set out for a couple of groups after us (which is what I think the restaurant is best for, in fact... great for!)The menu is simple but exactly what you want for a pre night out feed. We had our drinks with us (byob) and water out on the table for us too. Music on and really relaxed service - we weren't sure when the rest of our group were going to turn up as they had been delayed - no problems - take your time!Starter - haggis balls - good stuff - wee bit of salad and some mustardy mayo - one other had potato skins - no complaints all good.We had steaks for main and then one of our group turned up so they did starter for them and said they'd hang back and do mains for us all at same time.Steaks cooked exactly how we wanted - medium / rare in my case - peppercorn sauce. Steak was good stuff -again waiting staff and kitchen coped while two large groups turned up and we ordered our chocolate fudge cake - did what it said on the tin!All in all - great service - good food and super value - great for groups esp with byob!

Visited in 13th March 2014 with two friends. I recommended the restaurant, having been here twice before and thoroughly enjoying the experience. Unfortunately, this visit was well below par.The service we received was appalling. I arrived last and was taking my coat of and saying hi to my friends when the waitress asked if I was ready to order. She came back to us three times in two minute intervals until we gave in and picked randomly. The starters were excellent, however the waitress forgot to clear my plate. Thesis were a little greasier than usual which was a shame, but still tasty and we enjoyed them. However the waitress cleared my friends plates while I was still eating which added to the rushed feeling.We were brought the sweet menu and as we were half way through our puddings the waitress placed the bill on our table and advised us they would be closing in 15 minutes. I felt sorry for the couple still eating their mains on the next table! We said that we had hoped to order coffees after dessert, and the waitress looked put out, but did bring them over. The rush was revealed by the waitress as she came over to ask us to pay-her friends were in and she wanted to see them... She said she "felt she was being unprofessional"... She was! We all felt rushed-it was only just past 9pm which was ridiculous! Before this visit, I would have recommended the restaurant... It's a shame.

Went there for a meal with a group of friends and have to say it was amazing. It's tucked away up a side street so would normally have walked past it if I didn't know it was there. Service was prompt and the waitress wasn't constantly breathing down your neck. The food was cooked to perfection. I had the haggis burger and was pleasantly surprised. It is so quaint inside. No frills which was relaxing. Excellent value for money. Definitely go back.

We went here as a group on Friday for a work night out, food was lovely and the staff were so friendly and helpful. The set menu was ideal, something for everyone and the fact that its BYOB is brilliant. Great central location to start your night out. We will defo be returning soon :)

Firstly let me say that working in hospitality I hate tripadvisor due to people using it for the wrong reasons but I had to give kudos to these guys! We came to the restaurant as a group of 20 on a Monday night for our Christmas night out and enjoyed every moment. The food, the service and the atmosphere were all perfect. Everyone had a blast and enjoyed the food which is so difficult to do with so many people.We'll definitely be back - if you'll have us back!?!I even got a wee email from the manager (sent the same night) thanking us for coming! Such a nice touch! Thanks again guys!!

Have been here a few times, but the last time I was there, was for my girlfriends leaving do.....It's a relatively small place which I find adds to the atmosphere, the kitchen is small, but you can actually watch and talk to the chef as he's cooking if you so wish (i'd leave him to cook though. The prices are extremely reasonable considering what you actually get. I can eat quite a bit, and I am full after eating here, and the food is cooked perfectly! With this place being a BYOB (Bring your own booze), it keeps the cost right down for a night in Edinburgh, and with it's location, it's a perfect place to start the night.... or even to stop into half way through the night (just make sure you book in advance folks!!).Bear in mind, they only open especially for bookings, and on busy occasions, they will do 2 sittings, but there will be plenty of time for eating, drinking and all round enjoyment! We had a singing competition with another party that was in.... a great laugh! :-) Highly recommended, and I will definitely be coming back! Thanks!

Went here with a small group of friends recently and couldn't really fault it. Fantastic food at a good price. A great place to go if you've got a group of people looking to go out it is very small but had a nice atmosphere.

Coming to the end of our exams a large group of people I go to uni with were all keen for a big lunch out to celebrate the holidays and this was the perfect place.It is a tiny wee room up a back alley off rose street but we all fitted in and how they can cater for massive parties in that tiny wee kitchen is truly unbelievable. The restaurant was BYOB (so suits us cheap students perfectly) and the set menu is filled mainly with burgers, chicken, steaks - nothing too fancy but good old fashion comfort food and perfectly cooked and served.The staff were excellent, as was the atmosphere - I really couldn't think of a better place for a bit of a rowdy get together!

We visited this restaurant as a table of 7. We really struggled to find it, it has a small sign right at the back of an alley. It isn't the most welcoming place and is very small up some tiny windy stairs. The decor is all a little old and shabby, but I guess that is the style. It reminded me of a studenty place. The restaurant and kitchen are basically all in one room. The food was very good value and we enjoyed our food. The vegetarian burger was a little tasteless. The desserts were amazing. The only bad point was the mayonnaise which came in a metal tub which had clearly been used before. They must give the same tub to customers so I couldn't be sure if anything else had been dipped into it.

I've eaten here a number of times. First was about 2 years ago, and most recently in August. Have always had a great feed. Good quality local produced food, great prices and brilliant service. BYOB so it means you don't have to spend a fortune before a night out.

I visited here with a group of friends, it had been recommended to us. When first walking in things were a bit tight, there isn't much room when the place is full.However, the food makes up for this. I had the Haggis Burger as I main meal and would recommend it to everyone, it was amazing! The best burger I have ever had! The daim cake for pudding was amazing as well. BYOB, £1 for corkage, couldn't complain. Come with an empty stomach, as it a 3 course menu deal.I will back here next time I visit Edinburgh!

Me and a few friends were there for a stag do and I had never been here before. I loved it. It was small but very hospitable and the food was fantastic, especially the diam cake. I would definitely go back and recommend it to anyone else thinking of going. My only issue is the spirol staircase, I liked it but it could be a issue for older or disabled people.

Great food and atmosphere. Tucked down a lane off Rose Street, this little restaurant offers something different to your average chain. Friendly and personable staff, food cooked within view and a cosy feel. Will definitely recommend! (Video on the website well worth a watch!!)

Heard this place was supposed to be quite good so gave it a try before drinks in townIt's hidden away behind the rose street lane. Looks closed but you have to open the fire exit style door to be greeted with a set of spiralling stair case and a bath roomWhen we arrived the place was moderately busy with seats dotted about-quite small place and tight seating,oh almost forgot to mention it's byob here!Anyways don't want to drag on,food was very average and the soft drinks are ridiculously priced. Desserts are average too ,service was slow but due to a small business so can't complain but if you are looking for quick bite then maybe elsewhere6/10 for me

Our first but certainly not last visit to NYSP was for my son's surprise birthday get together. We loved everything about this little place. Food...in particular the steaks and Dime bar cake were to die for. Would have loved to have tried the mussels but alas sold out (shows how good they must have been!). Had sweet potato and coconut soup and it was yummy. The dressings and garnishes used have a unique flavour. Staff are so friendly and as they say "anything goes" in this place. Just wish we had found it sooner! Great for girly nights out but beware girls...too much vino and too high heels don't go well with the delightful spiral staircase.!! Hope you have a great year x

We loved our lunch here, the staff were very freindly and helpful, and we both had the best calazone's we've ever had.

Up a tattly alleyway just off Rose street. The food is more promising. Take you own alcohol. £1 corkage is cheap. Very noisy the night we went and up a circular staircase so not for disabled/wheelchair users and really a party night out. So think of booking for a party of up to 30 people as a rite of passage for stag/hen parties. The theme is the heyday of ocean cruising as memorabilia around the wall. Very limited menu. Steak is best. Anna was sick the next day but I was not.Very intimate and furnishing very delapidated. Staff very accommodating though. Tried reserving by phone but answering machine told us to book over the internet. Never got an acknowledgement although my email asked for one and when we turned up they had no record of our booking. Nevertheless the staff fitted us in. This is an unreliable operation in high season when booking is essential.Took own wine and paid £46 for 2 for a 3 course meal (including a tip).This operation needs to smarten up and the alleyway approaching it is like a tatty refuse tip.Sorry to be so brutal but am being honest. If you tour Edinburgh go elsewhere for your steak.Should have said 2 evening sittings and we went to the later 8.15pm one.Clearly a heavy drinking establishment with a pretext of food.Regards.Chris & Anna.