Restaurants in Edinburgh

Scottish cuisine is influenced by its climate and its abundance of game species. Try anything from fresh fish to Aberdeen Angus, but rest assured that Scotland will offer you something to tickle your taste buds.

There are a lot of restaurants in Edinburgh serving both traditional dishes and modern creations or regional specialities and international delights.

Some of the most traditional Scottish dishes are Scots broth, which is lentil soup with peas, barley and lamb or Haggis which consists of meat accompanied by mashed potatoes, sweet potatoes and home-made pastries. Oatcakes are Scottish biscuits which are accompanied with honey, fresh cheese and raspberries and are a something which every tourist must try while in Scotland.

Here is our guide to the best restaurants and pubs in Edinburgh.

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Atrium Restaurant is an award winning restaurant in the very heart of Edinburgh city centre

For great vegetarian food, try Black Bo's near the Royal Mile in Edinburgh

Blue Parrot Cantina is a popular Mexican restaurant which will let you sample the taste of Mexico during your stay in Edinburgh

Giulianos is an Italian restaurant located in the very heart of Edinburgh

Jimmy Chung's is a Chinese buffet restaurant in the very centre of Edinburgh

Petit Paris is a French restaurant in the Grassmarket which serves great food in a unique setting

Ricks Restaurant is the perfect place for a lunch time business meal, shopping break and snack, or elegant evening meal.

For a carvery or buffet, try The Terrace, a restaurant located in the Sheraton Grand Hotel in Edinburgh

The Apartment serves contemporary food in a cosmopolitan setting

For typical Scottish cuisine, try The Grain Store in Edinburgh

The LOT is a great venue for breakfast, lunch or an evening meal, and it organises special events such as Scottish Ceilidhs

The Sheep Heid is the oldest pub in Scotland and serves typical Scottish food

For a romantic meal in Edinburgh, try The Stockbridge Restaurant

The Witchery by the Castle is a romantic restaurant with spectacular views of Edinburgh Castle