The best restaurants in Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh and Lothian

Medium sized, independent izakaya style place on Broughton St. Quite dark and plain inside. But the food and service were absolutely fantastic. Delicious and original cocktails, very friendly waiting staff who were quick to help with anything on the menu, and a wide range of clientele from couples to young families to those with older children. Style is Japanese sharing plates - great balance of meat, fish and veg options, and mostly gluten free. They recommend 3-4 plates per person - we ordered 3 plates each and this was a bit too much - portions are generous. The rice and the potato dishes in particular are large.

Stopped off whilst on an evening visit to South Queensferry. Loads of ice cream flavours to choose from despite some being sold out from earlier in the day. Gentleman who was serving was very professional and thanked us for stopping by as we were leaving.

Friendly staff, excellent pastries, above-average coffee. Not advisable for groups of more than 4, but perfect for couples or single people.

Fantástico ambiente. Maravillosa selección de tés y tartas caseras, todas servidas en servicios de té antiguos que luego puede comprar si lo desea. De hecho, todo está a la venta a un precio negociable. Me encanta este lugar sin pretensiones escondido a pocos pasos del centro de la ciudad. Asegúrate de reservar. Uno de los mejores lugares de Edimburgo.

We ate here for my wife's birthday, oh what a fantastic choice. It is BYOB which is a nice change , the food was absolutely fantastic. The owner is so nice and helpful . He has as well as the restaurant a selection of deli products on sale for you to take away and try to replicate the dishes on the menu, a must in my view.

Loved this place. Great for either take away or eating in. I could honestly have tried everything on the menu..it all looked so fresh and healthy. Such a refreshing change from the chain restaurants!

The best language school. Super engaging lessons with plenty of practise, fun games, revision of lessons in an unusual format, and small groups. Teachers are the reason I keep coming back; they have a great sense of humour, make you feel very relaxed and turn us, international students, from strangers to friends. You won't regret coming and will return.

Had the turban tandoori, and honestly with the chilli sauce it’s probably the most flavoursome panini I have ever had. Top quality food, impeccable taste, unbelievable good service all in one. Can’t wait for my next trip to Baget stuffed

I visited Hanks to get my breakfast on the way to work. My colleagues are regulars here so I thought I'd give it a try. I was able to get my potato scone rolls which were very nice but they didn't have any mint tea. I had to go elsewhere for that which was a bit disappointing. Other than that it was good.

¡Encontrado por casualidad! ¡Estoy enamorado de este hermoso café! Servicio estelar, excelentes cafés y la hornada🥳 Pensaré en el babka para siempre. 🫠🫠🫠

I love this café. Great menu, tasty food, and friendly staff. I was studying with a couple of friends and they were more than happy for us to be there, which is unusual for cafes who usually try kicking you out if you have a laptop. I had the granola bowl which was so tasty and great value for money. I will be back soon

got a hot chocolate and a cappuccino, had one of the best cappuccino's in edinburgh. got a bit lost and the lovely young lady helped me find what i needed, i am very greatful for all her help and simply loved the hot drinks i got from the Waverley Cafe. Im going there again before i head home, thank you soo much.

The menu is varied, they have several options for vegetarians and the service is very friendly and attentive. The place is very nice and close to the port of Edinburgh.

Fantastic cafe, great breakfast rolls, delicious coffee, fabulous freshly squeezed OJ. But particularly lovely service - really friendly and fantastically efficient - can’t recommend highly enough 👌👌 🤩

Lovely atmosphere, service was friendly and attentive, and most importantly I ate the best Vietnamese food I never experienced in Scotland.