The best restaurants in Edinburgh and Lothian

What a lovely wee find - and such amazing home-made cakes

Una experiencia fantástica. La pizza fue la mejor que he probado y nada como esa basura “nappy” de Nápoles que se hace tan rápido porque los chefs italianos necesitan hacer más pausas para fumar. La salsa Mutti es la mejor pero no tan buena como el guapo embajador de la marca escocesa Neill y su PA Catherine, que han creado un recuerdo que pone el nacimiento de mis hijos en segundo lugar con el sentimiento de amor que sentí después de mi comida. ¿Cómo lo hacen todavía en 2024 es la octava maravilla del mundo. Si puedes entrar te sorprenderás. ¡Vete!

I went to check this restaurant as it was close to our hotel and had good reviews. Food is amazing! Great portions for the price, the staff are super super friendly. We will be coming back :) Update: I visited again for dinner on my final day in Edinburgh! We had such a nice time, the family working there were super funny and entertained us when we were feeling down. We enjoyed the food so much!! Thank you, once again :)

It’s so delicious. I’m dreaming of going back to China and I’ve finished the soup.😂

I’d say the best steak restaurant in East Lothian. Went for my son’s birthday and the service was sublime. Staff took the time with birthday wishes with a cake and sang. Food was tasty, cooked to perfection and waiting times spot on. Thankyou Parilla

I really liked the place. Very cosy and extremely helpful staff. I could easily use the restroom, pump milk for my baby and ask for water bottle refills. The haggis I bought was vegan one and it was quite yum. They have merchandise of hagis as well which was quite fun to see 😄

Best Indian food in town! Visiting this restaurant after 5 years and glad to report that food is absolutely delicious to this day 😁 smashing food, ambience and service. Highly recommend!

The nicest BD in Edinburgh, I think. Service was awesome in the top bar on Sat 8th March

If you're looking for authentic Italian food in Edinburgh, this is the place to go! From start to finish, everything about our experience was incredible. The restaurant has its own vineyard, and the wine they served us was hands-down the best we had on our trip—so rich and full of flavor. The food? Absolutely phenomenal. Every bite felt like we were dining in Italy itself. Fresh ingredients, perfectly balanced flavors, and that warm, comforting feeling that only true Italian cooking can bring. A special shoutout to Alex, our server, who made the night even better! Super friendly, attentive, and really passionate about the food and wine. Their recommendations were spot on, and the service was top-notch. If you're in Edinburgh and love Italian food, do not miss this place! Can't wait to come back.

What a cracking little bar. Friendly staff and locals.

Absolute recommendation! Pannino "Elliot Special" was the best pannino I have ever eaten. Price ok. The restaurant is centrally located and the service is friendly and fast.

I was here for the Scottish breakfast and I was super satisfied. VERY GOOD!

The best Asian food that I’ve event eaten in my life. Seriously. The combination of ingredients with salt and cooking was amazing. Bravi!

We absolutely loved this hotel! Very modern, across the street from Waverly station, so very convenient! Fully stocked complimentary fridge with waters, juices, alcohol, snacks. The shower was so good! Beds super comfortable! Would definitely stay here again!

Nice for coffee & and chill, great for families. Staff is cool, and there are cool expos & books for kids.