The Little Chartroom in Edinburgh, City of

Was excited to go to this restaurant. I have to say food is fabulous. However we were let down by the serving staff, they were officious and just made us feel uncomfortable. I suggest the owner should have a good look at the way some of the staff treat the guests. I will say the sommelier was brilliant though coming from Hong Kong you wouldn’t have expected the knowledge of the wines and such a pleasant attitude he was absolutely brilliant and should be praised for rescuing what was a initially terrible situation.

The food and service were very good, but not brilliant. We chose the three-course meal with wine pairing. The starter was excellent, the main course was tasty but not particularly memorable, and the dessert was outstanding. The bread served before the meal was incredible — I’d return just for the bread and dessert alone. While the staff were welcoming and friendly when we entered, the table service fell short. It took a long time for someone to take our order, and as we were starving, it was quite frustrating.

My favorite restaurant in Edinburgh, and we book every time we’re visiting. Consistently delicious, innovative and beautifully presented food. The staff are fantastic, and wine choices are so fantastic that I always go away and order afterwards. I can’t recommend this place more highly and I’m already looking forward to our next meal here!

A warm welcome and attentive staff throughout the evening. In a gentle relaxed atmosphere. Outstanding tastes and combinations in every single dish, in every single course. An outstanding evening.

Fantastic dinner. We has the 5 course menu and every plate was an explosion of well coordinate flavors. Service was on point.

You MUST go here when in Edinburgh!! We travel a lot and eat at a range of restaurants. The meal we had at the Little Chartroom was probably the best we've ever had. We did the wine pairing as well - so delicious! The kitchen is visible from the dining room and you can see the care,cleanliness, and time that is put into each meal ordered. The service was impeccable!

The Little Chartroom was my family’s favorite meal while in Edinburgh. The food was superb, the ambiance was calm and aesthetic, the staff were incredibly kind. I cannot recommend this restaurant enough.

A bit of a mixed bag. Some of the food was outstanding, some was just ok. The service was variable too. We'd booked for a romantic anniversary meal, and it would have been nice to have been warned we weren't getting a normal table but sitting side-by-side overlooking the kitchen. The chilli fried oyster had lost all of its oysterness, which was disappointing. The starters were exquisite, the main a bit messy - trying to do too many things, with underflavoured meat, and the puddings fabulous. The glasses of champagne tasted a little off, and when we said so, the sommelier was rather abrupt and aggressive in telling us we were wrong. He did, however, take them off the bill and provided an alternative. One member of the wait staff was delightful, the others a bit overbearing and condescending.

Interesting and tasty food, limited menu but should be something for all tastes. Interesting open kitchen which you can sit and view if that's your thing.

Wonderful, small, cozy restaurant serving modern, elevated dishes with fresh ingredients. Three course set menu option (5 course option also available). Wine pairing also available. Particularly enjoyed the partridge main dish. Service is top notch. Classy, charming, helpful. Really top marks for all the staff. Cocktails offered, as well as a rather quirky wine selection. The place is quite small, only a few tables available. So you must book ahead. Very warm and cozy interior, with modern design. A very enjoyable dinner. Will return!

Excellent food/service. Really recommend

Without a doubt one of (probably THE) best dining experiences I have ever experienced. The staff were all friendly, helpful and not too formal. Helped create such a relaxed atmosphere for a very serious restaurant. We went for a couple of cocktails to start, both with really unique flavours. Followed by the three course tasting menu where each dish was fantastic. A must visit in Edinburgh, props to the team at the Little Chartroom.

Fantastic lunch here. Went for the three course lunch. All sublime, especially the mushroom agnolotti. Fab negroni too. Paired dessert wines also highly recommended. Beautiful space, very attentive and friendly waiting staff. Can't wait to visit again.

Incredible for brunch or even to share small plates as my partner and I did. The food is exceptional, as is the service, welcoming staff, spoilt for choice for food and drinks. 100% reccomend and look forward to our next visit!

We had the best time. Came here as a birthday treat, and were lucky enough to have the chefs table. It was just perfect, great food, wine & service. It's expensive, but perfect for a special treat. Loved it all

This was a truly exceptional gastronomical experience. Really exciting, creative and innovative Scottish cuisine. I had the best seat in the house and had the pleasure of watching the sous chefs fire all the dishes in the kitchen. The format is a 3 or 5 course menu, but not prix fixe. You have a choice among the courses. The oyster starter revealed one of the best and freshest oysters I’ve ever tasted. It didn’t need any dressing. My scallop was cooked perfectly with a silky texture, and again- didn’t need the help of any accompaniments. The seafood is of such high caliber that I think it can all stand on its own. My main course - the mushroom agnolotti was a tad salty, but cooked perfectly Al dente. The dessert course-bramble+ roast vanilla choux, was absolutely fantastic and a perfect end to a meal which is to be truly savored. Oh- the Negroni was excellent- the first truly craft cocktail I found in Scotland! All staff were very professional, knowledgeable and so friendly.

We had the three course menu plus oysters. Everything was phenomenal. Scallops were amazing and had a very flavorful broth with very good smell. Pasta was delicious and very light. Dark chocolate creme brûlée was very tasty. Would definitely come back.

Exquisite experience from start to finish with amazing food and warm hosting. My husband and I have been recommended this place from a number of friends and got gifted a voucher as a wedding present. The wait was so worthwhile and the meal was wonderful. We had a nice view of the kitchen at our seats - such a calm and professional kitchen. The food was absolutely delicious and paired excellently with the drinks. The highlights for us were the desserts (chocolate/strawberry options), Negroni aperitif and Italian dessert wine. We will definitely be back; one of the nicest restaurants in Edinburgh.

Let’s start at the end…as it sets the context for everything else that follows… My wife and I were sat at the chef’s table where you have a view of the kitchen…the clean up at the end was as impressive as the food. I was in the army for ten years and appreciate a commitment to cleanliness and this kitchen is IMMACULATE. 🫡 The people that work here are awesome. Warm, personable and make you feel welcome in a way that isn’t contrived…the team makes for a really lovely, unpretentious atmosphere. The food is exceptional, really great. My wife and I both had the dark chocolate crème brûlée for pudding and both agreed it was the best pudding we’ve ever had. Wine and drinks were really awesome too. One of the best meals I’ve had in Edinburgh, hands down. Choosing to go somewhere else would be an act of culinary self harm.

Had a fabulous meal at The Little Chartroom tonight - my first time in the new premises, and it did not disappoint. Every aspect of the three course menu was excellent - interesting combinations beautifully presented and served thoughtfully. I shall return. Wonderful soul playlist.

One of the best dining experiences I have had. I made a last minute reservation with dietary requirements (no dairy + no nuts) and they created such an amazing tasting menu regardless. Every single course was extremely appetizing and well paired. Simply wonderful. Additionally, getting to watch the chefs prepare the dishes from the “chefs table” was the cherry on top of the cake. The Little Chartroom is a restaurant I would highly recommend, whether for a special occasion or just to treat yourself - you won’t be disappointed.

Food was solid, service only checked in on us at their own time, it was pretty infuriating

Excellent experience and fine dining that was a pleasure. Our pescatarian tasting menu was a delight with a lovely variety of ingredients and flavours. Lovely open dining room with a great view of the kitchen and prep areas that heightened the overall enjoyment. Couldn't fault anything as it was delicious.

A truly great experience all around. Came for my partners birthday and had one of the best meals I’ve had in my life. Will be back again soon. A first class experience all around.

Our meal at The Little Chartroom was absolutely out of this world! The service was delightful, the food was totally incredible, the cocktails elegant and smooth, and we were totally comfortable and relaxed. I have celiac disease and they accommodated me beautifully and I had no issues status-post. I was grateful. I would, without hesitation, recommend The Little Chartroom for any foodie visiting Edinburg.

I’ve known Roberto and Shawn who own and created this lovely restaurant since their days at the now closed and,, as far as I’m concerned, much lamented Castle Terrace Restaurant. I’ve not managed to get to this Little Chartroom till this weekend but enjoyed the original very Little Chartroom often. So I was here in great anticipation and was not disappointed. Great good, wonderful service, pleasant and relaxing ambiance and a perfect flat white in their wine bar, Ardfern, next door to finish a most enjoyable lunch. Stand out for me was the venison, amazing flavours and so very tender a butter knife would cut it.

We spent a very nice evening. The food was very good, but the service was a bit chaotic. But very friendly. The only thing that still needs to be worked on is the ambience. It's a bit very spartan and therefore unfortunately very, very, very loud. I can really recommend the restaurant.

Great menu with lovely pairings. The alsatian inspired parfait and stuffed bread with duck leg is the favourite thing I've put in my mouth this year.

Our favourite Edinburgh fine dining restaurant. This time we had the five course menu plus wine pairing. (Not shown are the treacle bread starter and duck duo..milk bun with duck confit and duck parfait. Plus creamy Stilton with apricot frangipani..delicious).

I visited this restaurant with a variety of complex food allergies and the restaurant created a whole menu for me to choose from. Everything was excellent, so delicious, perfect service too - attentive but not overbearing. It was such a treat for me to have choices and feel like I was able to have the same experience and level of food as the other diners in my party. They even made me my own bread roll to start! Would definitely recommend :) thank you so much. I also enjoyed the fact that they did the wine pairing suited to whichever dishes people chose. Many places only do a wine pairing if everyone is eating the same food but it was good that we could choose our own food and still get matched wines. We especially enjoyed the fennel oysters!

We had a great experience at The Little Chartroom. For us, the food and atmosphere was perfect. We were there for our 10th Wedding Anniversary and had a 5 course tasting menu. The food was really enjoyable - beautifully prepared, presented, and served - and comprised of flavours and textures that worked very well throughout all courses. The Little Chartroom overall comes across as having deserved confidence in their food and staff. It felt like a privilege to participate in the experience of dining there, and we'll be back.

Beautiful meal at The Little Chartroom. We went for the three courses, although in hindsight, I wish I’d gone for the five course so I could have sampled different courses. The cheddar and girolle quiche was lovely, although the truffle didn’t come through. In general, that’s how I would characterise the cooking. Very nice, but lacking in intense flavours. Similar with the sweetcorn and ricotta manti. Very lovely but lacking in an intensity of flavour. However, there were big bold flavours in the final course of Stilton and apricot which was beautiful. The wine pairings were excellent with some unusual and beautiful wines (the one from Georgia was standout). The service was great, efficient, friendly and knowledgeable. My only criticism was the acoustics. All the hard surfaces and being at a table in the middle of the room meant that I had the sensation of noise the whole time. When I go again, I’ll ask for a table at the edge of the room. Overall, a brilliant night.

Nice classy exterior with a blue grey exterior, modern interior, minimalistic with black tables and beech coloured wood chairs and black laminate floor and is air conditioned for summer. There is about 30+ seating with a chef table for about 5 persons with the view of the 6chefs prepping the food. Seating at the wall on a long chair with padding with cushions as back rest, was Slightly uncomfortable after 90minutes. Cutlery was paint brush handle designed ( thin!) Firstly the noise level for extremely high - lack of soft furnishings and there was the then a competition to talk louder and louder. The layer negroni, a take on the classic tasted very good. A combination of sourness from the grapefruit and sweatness of the orange apperitivo, shame about the headache afterwards. The bread with butter was excellent, was a cross between a brioche and sour dough The oysters from loch fyne again excellent- great taste but must say it over powers the oysters so good if one is somewhat squeamish of oysters Fermented carrot hot sauce had hints of Tabasco and fennel and green chilli ponzu Starters: Duck liver parfait Duck dish interesting as slightly on the livery side , a mousse of the liver pate, not quite foie gras with sliced cherries and crunchy puffs . The brioche bread was interesting as it had pulled duck meat in it . Then somewhat of a long pause to Mains , perhaps even 20mins. The cod on fregola with olives, heritage tomatoes, was a very well put together dish with a lovely sauce. The fish could have been slightly less undercooked. The fish dryness was helped with the sauce. Desert: Elderflower flavoured Panna Cotta at base with layer of sliced strawberries then a layer of crumble and sorbet on the top. Above average but not outstanding. Service was friendly. There was a 12.5% service charge which i disagree with, it’s the average London service charges and should be lower in Edinburgh.

Nice classy exterior with a blue grey exterior, modern interior, minimalistic with black tables and beech coloured wood chairs and black laminate floor and is air conditioned for summer. There is about 30+ seating with a chef table for about 5 persons with the view of the 6chefs prepping the food. Seating at the wall on a long chair with padding with cushions as back rest, was Slightly uncomfortable after 90minutes. Cutlery was paint brush handle designed ( thin!) Firstly the noise level for extremely high - lack of soft furnishings and there was the then a competition to talk louder and louder. The layer negroni, a take on the classic tasted very good. A combination of sourness from the grapefruit and sweatness of the orange apperitivo, shame about the headache afterwards. The bread with butter was excellent, was a cross between a brioche and sour dough The oysters from loch fyne again excellent- great taste but must say it over powers the oysters so good if one is somewhat squeamish of oysters Fermented carrot hot sauce had hints of Tabasco and fennel and green chilli ponzu Starters: Duck liver parfait Duck dish interesting as slightly on the livery side , a mousse of the liver pate, not quite foie gras with sliced cherries and crunchy puffs . The brioche bread was interesting as it had pulled duck meat in it . Then somewhat of a long pause to Mains , perhaps even 20mins. The cod on fregola with olives, heritage tomatoes, was a very well put together dish with a lovely sauce. The fish could have been slightly less undercooked. The fish dryness was helped with the sauce. Desert: Elderflower flavoured Panna Cotta at base with layer of sliced strawberries then a layer of crumble and sorbet on the top. Above average but not outstanding. Service was friendly. There was a 12.5% service charge which i disagree with, it’s the average London service charges and should be lower in Edinburgh.

One of the best places to eat in the city. The service is amazing. As is the food, the menu reads like a dream. Modern, forward and innovative, while still being centred on Scottish ingredients. The treacle bread might be the best I’ve had in my life.

First eating at this fabulous restaurant, the decor is modern , staff helpful and attentive, food was excellent, we had the 3 course meal with pairing wines - highly recommended

Absolutely delicious, the wait staff was incredibly kind. The staff were attentive but not overbearing and pity laughed at my bad jokes. The food was amazing, every dish felt like it was thought through, prepared with care and given attention to detail. The wine pairing was phenomenal, granted it was my first time doing a wine pairing but we were amazed at how well the food a drink complemented each other.

You will be happily surprised with the quality of service, menu and atmosphere, fully booked for a Monday eve says everything about this 5 star restaurant, highly recommended. You will not be disappointed.

Came here after seeing the Great British Menu with Roberta, lovely place, great staff, wine and cocktails. My mushroom main was great, my wife loved the asparagus, bread was lovely, with the Japanese milk roll incredible. Cod and chicken for mains were great. Dessert nice but not omg. Wines lovely, we will be having one again and again. Overall, lovely.

Fantastic dinner! We all had the 3 course , 2 of us with wine pairing. Wonderful service.

How this place doesn’t have a Michelin star is beyond me! One of the best meals I’ve had in ages, and certainly in the UK.

The Little Chartroom is without question one of the best restaurants in the UK. It was 100% worth traveling from Southern England for! The restaurant is contemporary, open yet feels intimate at the same time. We loved that all guests can see the open kitchen and watch the incredible chefs at work. The staff were fantastic, all were attentive, positive and knowledgeable. Most crucially, the food was incredible; every dish was beautifully plated, tasted amazing and was well balanced. The menu is genuinely impressive and changes regularly, meaning that you try something new every time you visit. We cannot wait to go back - five stars!!

Outstanding, highly recommended. Roberta and her team front and back of house have it nailed. Definitely will be back, just wish it wasn’t 4 hours away.

Dined there as a table of 7 pax earlier this month. The food was absolutely fantastic. Best meal of our vacation. The menu was imaginative without being over-engineered. My highlight was the asparagus with milk bread and roast chicken hollandaise. Would highly recommend anyone to stop in. Please do remember to make reservations in advance.

Excellent 👌🏻 fine dining restaurant !

Ace fine dining restaurant in the heart of Leith with an open kitchen. A la carte menu or tasting menu available. Wine pairing available which worked really well with the tasting menu. The courgette tart at the beginning was amazing!

Splendid evening, attentive yet unintrusive service, delicious food. Easter cheese course of hot crossed bun with orange glaze and Tunworth custard was well worth the extra slot on the tasting menu.

Extraordinary, creative and exquisite dishes. Very attentive service. Kitchen on open view, where seemingly ordinary human beings produce gastronomic alchemy. Even the paper towels in the loos are the weight of luxury bed linen. Expensive but worth every penny.

This place is a gem! One instantly feels at ease when walking in. It’s a cozy, Scandinavian-type vibe. Service is excellent. Food was incredibly tasty. I particularly liked the courgette tart and cured halibut which had bold flavours that complimented each other. The main and the dessert were quite heavy, so I would have ended on a fresher note if it had been possible rather than a heavy chocolate mousse with banana ice cream. The other minor downside is that the quantity of wine in the wine pairing is a little too much. The sommelier did an excellent job picking the wine to compliment the food however! Would return again and again.

It is simply impossible in a review to express how amazing this culinary experience was.

Amazing.....! Mother's day menu was incredible, Sunday roast should be on the menu more often

Just amazing food. I highly recommend

The little chartroom was great. The wait staff were very knowledgeable and the food delightful- matched wines were brilliant. Highly recommend as a treat to yourself.

Absolutely amazing. Everything was perfect. I have never, ever tasted food like that in my life, it was that good. Service was exceptional. The staff were all fantastic and they looked after us so well. I, truly recommend The Little Chartroom to everyone if you ever get the chance. Just superb. A++++++++

How to make someone feel very special? This is the place. Very special food and very special service.

Excellent food, knowledgeable and friendly staff, phenomenal cheese option for dessert

We had the pleasure of savoring the seasonal delights at The Little Chartroom in Edinburgh, and it was an exquisite culinary journey. The 5-course tasting menu, highlighting local ingredients, was a true masterpiece. Each bite was a delightful explosion of flavors, and the oysters were the best I've ever had. The complementary bread was so irresistible that I wished I could eat it all night. Every course, especially the inventive twists with black pudding, smoked trout, and the sweet corn & black garlic custard, left a lasting impression. The presentation was beyond impressive. What truly elevated our experience was the exceptional service provided by our server for the night. She was fabulous, explaining each dish with passion and ensuring our constant delight. We felt truly special. We're already planning to return on our next visit to Edinburgh. The Little Chartroom is a culinary gem with an outstanding menu, presentation, and an unforgettable dining experience!

Wonderfully intimate little restaurant with big flavours, great menu and attentive staff - highly recommend

Absolute gem of an eatery tucked away down a side street in Leith. Stunning food, exceptional service and wonderful vibe in this superb little spot. Can’t recommend highly enough. 10/10

We had been meaning to try The Little Chartroom since before it even moved premises! Finally we visited last night as our wedding anniversary celebration. Wow - we can’t wait to return : ) We sat at the counter overlooking the chefs, so felt nicely part of the action. The calm, quiet teamwork was wholly evident - such a lovely atmosphere and all the staff are charming. My husband asked umpteen questions about wine and was given great advice. As for the food, it was exquisite - can’t fault it. What a happy evening, felt like total escapism! A total gem, way surpasses other establishments we’ve visited in and around Edinburgh in many ways - atmosphere, service, quality and value for money. Thank you for a fabulous evening.

A friend and I went to The Little Chartroom to celebrate her birthday and had just about the perfect evening! The restaurant greeted her with a little birthday card on our table and every member of the staff wished her happy birthday and asked, how our day has been - I have never experienced such a warm and welcoming service! The food was exceptional, too! Every one of the three courses we had was beautifully arranged, absolutely delicious and a feast for the taste buds. The wine pairing was one of the best both of us have ever had. I would absolutely recommend The Little Chartroom to everyone in Edinburgh.

Not even close to what I’d expect from a fine dining experience. Poor service, average food and overall disappointment for a $300 meal, better options elsewhere.

incredible cooking and fabulous service. An absolute pleasure to eat here again. If you can get a booking then go, you will love it .

Lovely place, staff were really helpful and friendly, food was delicious. It was expensive, so not an everyday restaurant, but we went for Christmas lunch, so a bit of a treat. The decor is lovely and you can see right into the kitchen, it was just maybe a little too slick in decor so lacking character and it was also quiet when we were there which maybe didn't help build an atmosphere.

The service was terrible, we left before we received any food. It was so slow and the staff are rude. Go to Radicibus, Skua, Timberyard, Heron or Fhior. This is a £300-400 meal place so don’t settle for anything less than top service. Front of house is a joke.

I had the 5-course menu, enjoyed every bite of every dish. Not only a joy to the tastebuds, all the dishes were meticulously presented to show variety of culinary skills as well. Wonderful ingredients put together with some surprises along. Portion was adequate, I added two oysters on top of the menu to start. Felt happy and satisfied.

Gorgeous food with fantastic wine pairing. A perfect balance of amazing food and ambience, with an intimate setting

Stunning food, impeccable and friendly service, great wine reccomendations and lovely atmosphere too. Absolutely could not fault...a brilliant night to remember.

The restaurant was buzzing on arrival, we arrived a little early but were warmly welcomed and shown to our table. I had to change seats with my wife as the seat I was on dug into the back of my legs but was perfectly comfortable for her. We quickly settled and focused on our choices. We opted for the 5 course taster menu. The food was delicious, and our recommended wine excellent. The venison starter and cheese tart stood out for us and we loved the cheese course rather than a standard board. Overall we were very impressed and look forward to returning to what is clearly a very popular destination.

Thank you to the Little Chartroom for providing the best dinner that I have ever had. Every course and wine pairing was amazing. What a fantastic way for my fiance and I to celebrate our seven year anniversary and getting engaged the day prior. A particular shout out to Caleb (I hope I remember properly), and the rest of the waiting staff, who were excellent

Fabulous staff, amazing food and great atmosphere. I would eat the bread and salted butter alone for my full meal. So worth a visit!

I have been wanting to dine here for a while, but as an irregular visitor to Edinburgh getting a reservation has, until now, proved impossible. It was worth the wait. The food is imaginative, with a strong emphasis on Scottish produce, and the execution was absolutely on point. The young staff were friendly and knowledgeable, and the minimalist decor to my taste. My only (very minor) complaint was that the extraction system in the open kitchen didn't quite do its job, and there was a smell from the small deep fat fryer they use. We have in the past visited The Kitchin quite a few times, and I would say this is on a par for the quality of food, but in a smaller, more relaxed environment. Leith is firmly establishing itself as a culinary hotspot: long may it continue.

Fantastic service and amazing food! We had a wonderful meal to celebrate our anniversary. The wine flight had particularly interesting choices.

5 🌟 . Wonderful food, wine, staff and tunes.

Reservation for lunch, walked in on a cold rainy day to the warm cozy smell of fresh bread. Modern resto design, dish and plating preparation. Noted tomato allergy in my reservation notes and my menu courses were customized-I have never experienced that type of customer focus! Had a 3 course tasting BBQ Mackerel, Beetroot Tart and Pear Savarin and a couple glasses of wine. Excellent and polished service, well paced meal.

Absolutely delightful, staff were brilliant and food was delicious

We had a lovely celebratory lunch for my birthday. The restaurant was easy to find using the new tram line from the city centre down to Leith. The food was excellent with a fairly limited menu for each course, however, I find that makes you try something a bit different from the norm. The lunchtime service was virtually full which tells you something. The staff were very welcoming and helpful. Leith has some great restaurants and this one is one of the best. We’ll definitely be back.

The combination of tastes and textures for each course was phenomenal. Each mouthful provoked a different and wonderful tasting experience. Service was friendly without being too intrusive. One of the best meals I've ever had. A real treat.

Sublime, all round. The preparation, the presentation, the ingredients the service. Its best to try the 5 course tasting menu and share the main and dessert. Also, add the wine pairing for the total experience. Arrive early for cocktails at the intimate bar and chat with the owners to get a real "flavour" for the establishment and what to expect, you will not be disappointed. Each course was delivered and described by someone different from the kitchen and you can witness the preparation which is so cool.

Wow! Having dined at several restaurants in Edinburgh during our vacation in the city centre, I must say that this restaurant is a favorite, and that says a lot as we also dined at The Kitchin while in town. Not only we’re the food and service outstanding, at the price point, this place delivers a great value for the discerning diner. All we can say is take an Uber to Leigh and don’t miss dining here. You won’t be disappointed.

You know you are on to something when you ask three different friends for a recommendation for eating out in Edinburgh and they all mention this delightful place. Leith is now on the Edinburgh tram route so is very accessible. We had beautifully presented and even better tasting food, cooked in front of us without drama by the hard working chefs. Some of the best combinations of flavours I have eaten in years, served by friendly and knowledgeable staff who took justifiable pride in what they were putting in front of us. No point in recommending a dish as the menu evolves each week but in our group of two every item was a winner. Not cheap but excellent value.

Everything was delicious, the spot itself is beautifully curated and romantic. We were warmed by the candles while served delicious food and the staff were so friendly.

I’d heard good things about this restaurant, and it didn’t disappoint in any way. A lovely space, with attentive but unobtrusive service throughout the meal. We went for the three course menu, accompanied by the wine pairing. Everything was cooked and presented to the very highest standards. I had the Scallop / Arbroath smokie, followed by the Venison with haggis mousse. My wife had the Duck parfait, followed by the Halibut, and we both opted for the Dark Chocolate Maquise dessert. All of it was simply sublime. The wine pairings were all perfect, and each explained by the sommelier, who clearly knows his stuff. I would urge everyone to try this restaurant. Go before it gets a Michelin Star (which can’t be far away), and you can no longer get a table. We will certainly be back.

We’d been meaning to get here for years and had a reservation then Covid struck! Finally made it for our anniversary dinner last night. What a treat. We both had the 5 course tasting menu, we both loved every single dish, for me the mushrooms and venison a highlight, for him the duck and the dessert (& he doesn’t do mint!) A fabulous atmosphere, a real energy to the place and watching Roberta working with brigade in the open kitchen was a treat. Will be back soon.

Is this some of the best food I’ve ever tasted? I believe so. Staff were amazing. Owing to air traffic control they had to get us through the menu in an hour. They did so impeccably. I’d walk 500 miles to Leith to taste this food again. Thank you.

Brillant food, excellent service. An absolute delight.

Excellent service, atmosphere and above all: excellent food! We are not so much into fine dining but this place really made it worth it for us. We had the three course menu and it was delicious, generous amount of food and last but not least: great desserts. Would definitely come back.

I have never had such spectacular food and wine. It was presented like art work with flavors the are clean and compliment the mostly bio local products used. But the combinations are surprising and work so well. The sommelier knows EVERYTHING about the wine and the Chef is simply a master. The service were so elegant but kind and supportive of us with our 6 month old in tow. The atmosphere was relaxed and not overtly formal. The food is 5 star served elegantly and enjoyed in a calm and pleasant environment. I could never give this Restuarant a high enough recommendation. Go! Be amazed! Enjoy and relax. Prices are reasonable for the high quality of ingredients and preparation.

We received a friendly welcome upon entering for our lunch reservation. Most tables were eventually occupied, I appreciated that the seating is not closely packed, there is a good amount of space between the tables. Waiting staff are welcoming and informative. Choice is a 3 course menu or a 5 course tasting menu. We chose the 3 course with 3 choices of starter, main and dessert. All the food was delicious and beautifully presented. We also had the wine pairings and the wines chosen perfectly complimented the food. The kitchen is open plan so while you dine you can watch the chefs meticulously preparing the meals. We would happily return.

Fantastic 5 course tasting menu with wine pairing. Every course was beautifully cooked and presented. Service was excellent. There was no pressure to hurry up and finish by a certain time. Definitely recommend and would come again.

I have never had such spectacular food and wine. It was presented like art work with flavors the are clean and compliment the mostly bio local products used. But the combinations are surprising and work so well. The sommelier knows EVERYTHING about the wine and the Chef is simply a master. The service were so elegant but kind and supportive of us with our 6 month old in tow. The atmosphere was relaxed and not overtly formal. The food is 5 star served elegantly and enjoyed in a calm and pleasant environment. I could never give this Restuarant a high enough recommendation. Go! Be amazed! Enjoy and relax. Prices are reasonable for the high quality of ingredients and preparation.

For gastronomic explorers in Edinburgh I recommend this discreet restaurant that offers a very interesting menu. I recommend the tasting of 3 courses paired with wines from excellent European cellars masterfully selected by the young sommelier. The Foie Grass Parfait is worth making a special distinction, a delight not to be missed and that undoubtedly paves the way for its first star.

A must-visit restaurant. We had a fantastic meal here, the whole experience was spot on. Really friendly welcome and service throughout accompanied by seriously top quality cooking. This must surely be worth a Michelin star? I have not reviewed anything for a long time but this deserves it. The menu is short, only three choices per course but they so well executed. We also were persuaded to share the starter that we hadn’t chosen and that was both delicious but also a service masterclass to upsell us! Highlights were the duck liver mousse starter - amazingly light by itself but supplemented with a delicious roll stuffed with the confit leg - and the venison (Sika deer), really tender. Also had one of the best cheese courses I have had anywhere, Cashel Blue with a peach tarte tatin, just fabulous. It is also not expensive for this quality of cooking. I would love to go back, wish it was in London!

It’s been 3 days now and I can’t stop thinking about how amazing the food was. Great service & wine too. Will be back when I next visit Edinburgh.

Simply stunning. The food was sublime, wine pairing excellent and service outstanding. 11/10. I will certainly come again!

We absolutely loved it. Super friendly staff. Amazing food. Loved the wine paring which was creative and went well with each dish. We will be back for sure.

Unbelievable flavors served in an unpretentious and welcoming atmosphere. Highly recommend the Duck Liver Parfait and Lamb Saddle. THE MEAL IS INCOMPLETE WITHOUT THE WINE PAIRING! A perfect compliment, expertly chosen.

Truly amazing. I have no more words to describe the food and experience. Recommend the “chef’s table” for seating. Get as much as you can and share it with someone special. Wine pairing is a must in my opinion

My husband is a chef in the RFA and has been listening to The Burnt Chef Project Podcasts when he's been away at sea. In one of these they interviewed Roberta Hall-McCarron and mentioned her restaurant The Little Chartroom. When I told him I was coming to Leith to visit him, he said he wanted to treat me to a special dinner and suggested The Little Chartroom. He hasn't long qualified and I am in a new job so with money a little tight, we naturally want to make sure we have the best experience when we dine out somewhere special so I checked the reviews here, and they made me a little nervous. I am absolutely thrilled to say not one of the less favourable reviews was in my opinion justified. Every dish we tried was superb. I had never had oysters before so gave them a go and I would definitely have them again. My husband had the crab starter, I had the duck and both were mouthwateringly beautiful in both presentation and taste. We both had the lamb, each item was delicious but for me what stood out was the main star which just melted in your mouth and the jus was excellent. We asked the very knowledgeable sommelier to recommend a wine for the lamb as my husband isn't a fan of red and I'm almost T total and he selected a beautiful chillian wine that was very soft on the pallet and went marvelously with the lamb. For desert my husband had the tart, I had the chocolate cherry hazelnut as it was sold to me in the beautiful picture I had seen on Instagram and honestly when I tasted my husband's I jokingly reached for his plate, my own sent me to heaven. The ambiance was just right, I envy chefs who can stay that calm, that clean and be so precise (all three I have yet to master as a home cook), and every aspect of our experience was even better than what we had hoped. It was genuinely all we could talk about on our return to the ship. We have already recommended this venue to more local friends (we live on the south coast of England) and have said that for a special occasion we would definitely be prepared to pay for a plane ticket and hotel for the night just to dine here once more. I turn 40 next year so I've already dropped some large hints in that regard. Thank you to everyone at The Little Chartroom who made my last night in Scotland a night I will never forget as it capped off a special weekend with my husband (Sans children) beautifly

Une superbe expérience gastronomique, toute en textures et saveurs. Le service était excellent et les conseils avisés et passionnés. Une belle découverte à Leith, dans les faubourgs d'Édimbourg !