The best restaurants in Edinburgh and Lothian

i’ve lived in edinburgh and london and between the two places this was one of the most delicious meals i’ve had out omg. i’m vegan i had the tofu pho (if you don’t eat meat then specify this because the default broth is meat based) and also tried the lotus leaf sticky rice and tofu. both were amazing. both the cocktails were also incredible (the lychee margarita and the lemongrass mojito). highly recommend

I have just discovered this place after trying to find the best middle eastern food in the area. As a Palestinian I'm quite homesick and miss the taste of the Levant. Unexpectedly, only this place brought me back home with exceptional taste, food quality and portion size. It's not as expensive as anywhere else even though it tastes so much better! I don't know how I haven't been here before it's amazing! Looking forward to returning soon. Thank you so much for your delicious food and hospitality! Jazakum Allahu Khair

Had battered sausage and chips. I think the battered sausages had been sat under a heat lamp for days and the chips were soggy and awful. Overpriced as well. I won't return.

Beautiful little cocktail bar, stylishly decorated and lit. Lovely chatty barmen behind the counter.

What a wonderful evening making scones. A lot of fun and delicious 😋

Nice little pizzeria. The staff moves fast and are good. The place is easy to find, clean and has some seating. For takeaway it really comes in handy, the pizza is tasty. Down side is they don't havd toillets for clients. There is a bus station right next to the pizzeria.

Our dishes were very tasty with fresh ingredients and served with warm smiles.

I ordered a lamb burger. Very dry cutlet. slightly burnt in places. Arabic music, too loud. I do not advise.

I had a reservation at this restaurant in the evening, but since I had already eaten at another place, I wasn’t very hungry. Nonetheless, I decided to honor my reservation at Black Grape. My initial intention was to try something more local or traditional Scottish cuisine, but the menu at Black Grape seemed more like modern European fusion dishes. When I arrived, there was only one table of guests, which made me wonder why the restaurant was so empty. You know, going to a restaurant with no customers always makes you question if there’s something wrong—poor service or bad food, perhaps. However, I soon realized this wasn’t the case. The servers here were very friendly and enthusiastic, showing a genuine effort in their work. I ordered the trout which turned out to be much better than expected. The presentation was exquisite, and the flavors were delightful. Another dish I tried was the scallops. While it looked great, I felt the chef might have been a bit too focused on showcasing culinary techniques. I had also read some reviews mentioning that the seasoning for this dish felt slightly off-balance, and I would suggest that the chef could refine the flavors to make them fresher. Of course, this is just my personal opinion—I’m sure the chef has his reasons for creating the dish this way. Overall, the scallops were visually appealing, but a slight adjustment in the seasoning, ingredients pairing, or sauce could make it even more popular. The service provided by the waitstaff was excellent and left a lasting positive impression. I hope they continue to thrive. For travelers looking to explore more creative and innovative local flavors, this could be worth a try. To the chefs, keep up the great work!

Came in on a late Wednesday, bartenders were amazing. Quick service, friendly chat and very knowledgeable. Would come back 100%

Was really impressed by the look and feel of this place and most importantly the quality of food. I had a ribeye and it was very tender and not a lot of fat. Would recommend and will definitely be back.

Certainly! Here's a possible Google review: Rating: ⭐⭐⭐ I had a pleasant experience at this restaurant. The atmosphere was great, creating a warm and inviting vibe. The service was good, with the staff being attentive and polite. While the experience overall was enjoyable, there’s some room for improvement to make it truly outstanding. I would still recommend giving it a try!

Kasia was a great server. We had a lovely time and food and drinks were fab. Thanks!

Fantastic coffee and friendly service. Also they don’t charge extra for alternative milk!

Really nice cosy place highly recommend the old fashioned