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32B West Nicolson Street, EH8 9DD
South Side, Edinburgh
Cuisine: British, Vegetarian/Vegan, Traditional
This Southside cellar bar was once part of the Usher brewing and distilling dynasty. That heritage lives on at Andrew Usher & Co, a bar with an astonishing range of bottled, canned and draught beers from all over the UK and much further abroad. While craft beers are a focus here, the staff are equally as happy to whiz up a cocktail or recommend a bottle of wine to go with the bar food. Students, academic staff and audience members in for a bite before a show at the Festival Theatre can all be found here.
32 Castle street, EH2 3HT
City Centre, Edinburgh
Cuisine: British, Scottish, Traditional
Badger & Co is on Castle Street in the former home of Kenneth Grahame, the author of Wind in the Willows. This history plays a prominent part in the decor. Think Toad Hall’s padded leather seats, chandeliers and wood panelled walls. There are deer heads wearing wigs and a picture of a well dressed badger riding a penny farthing. It’s how a 21st century hipster might imagine an Edwardian gentleman’s club. As well as a private dining room, there are several intriguing nooks and crannies and a courtyard for al fresco drinks and dining.
94-96 Grassmarket, EH1 2JR
Old Town, Edinburgh
Cuisine: Traditional, Irish
Located in Edinburgh’s Old Town, Biddy’s is an Irish pub and restaurant on Grassmarket with a warm welcome and friendly atmosphere. Serving hearty dishes made with locally sourced produce the restaurant prides itself on authentic homemade cuisine as well as their extensive selection of Irish whiskies. Biddy’s is open until 1am all week with live music everyday night and provides plenty of sports coverage, especially for hurling and Gaelic football.
12-26 St Giles Street, EH1 1PT
Cuisine: British, International, Traditional
With a name inspired by a 19th century newspaper, Broadsheet Bistro is just off the Royal Mile and in the heart of Edinburgh’s atmospheric Old Town. Once home to printing presses, the historic building now houses a bright and colourful, Scottish bistro as well as a lively bar and boutique hotel. While the setting is in keeping with the capital’s heritage, the menus at The Broadsheet Bistro offer lots of contemporary dishes.
30-31 Wright's House, EH10 4HR
Cuisine: British, Traditional
Established in 1456, The Golf Tavern is on Wright’s Houses in Bruntsfield, next to the Links and the venerable short-hole golf course from which its name ultimately derives. Sporting memorabilia and eclectic bric-a-brac cover the walls while the big screens deliver all the sports action.
Almondvale Parkway, EH54 6QT
Livingston, Edinburgh
Cuisine: Modern, Traditional
The Lime Kiln is a welcoming and family friendly casual dining restaurant on Almondvale Boulevard in Livingston. It has a smart, contemporary interior with a mix of booths and standalone tables. The outside dining area is always popular when the sun is out. The well stocked bar offers everything from classic draught beers such as Stella and Guinness to Champagne. Customers are as welcome to drop by for a coffee and cake as they are to settle in for a three course dinner.
24 Howe Street, EH3 6DG
Stockbridge, Edinburgh
Cuisine: British, European, Vegetarian/Vegan
Mother’s Bar and Kitchen is a gin-focused bar on Howe Street in Edinburgh’s New Town. It is a fun place with bowler hat lights hanging over the bar alongside the occasional touch of Victoriana and big screens for the major sporting events. There are booths, banquette seating, a couple of nooks and crannies plus a compact outside seating area for the sunny days. In short, Mother’s will look after you whether you want to watch the match with friends, have brunch with family or dinner with a date.
122 -124 Leith Walk, EH6 5DT
Leith, Edinburgh
Cuisine: Indian, Traditional
Decked out with a vintage Indian train theme, Punjabi Junction is a welcoming and cosy, little café run by the Sikh community. As well as home-style Punjabi cooking, this Leith Walk venture offers outside catering and cookery classes. It is a Social Enterprise Community Café which aims to help women from the capital’s minority ethnicities.
121 Morrison St, EH3 8AJ
Tollcross, Edinburgh
Cuisine: International, Vegetarian/Vegan, Traditional
Rodi is a small and welcoming Turkish and Mediterranean restaurant towards the top of Morrison Street. The restaurant is simply decorated with pictures of beach scenes and Turkish curios. The open plan charcoal grill is the star of the show and the source of much of the menu. Expect engaging, friendly staff rather than reserved, formal service.
43-45 Salisbury Road, EH16 5AA
North Edinburgh, Edinburgh
The Murrayfield Hotel, EH12 6HN
Haymarket, Gorgie & Dalry, Edinburgh
Cuisine: European, Scottish, Traditional
The Bothy Restaurant & Drinkery is part of the Murrayfield Hotel Family. Located in Edinburgh’s West End, just a short distance from the city centre and minutes from Haymarket train station, it’s the perfect destination for business, leisure or family occasions.
Castlehill, EH1 2NF
Romantic, historic and utterly unique, the Witchery has been wowing discerning diners in the capital since the 1980s, serving Hollywood A-listers alongside loyal locals. The décor is an undeniable part of the appeal, all carved panelling, lush drapes, exposed beams, heraldic insignia and gilded ceilings, reflecting the building’s 16th-century origins. Candlelit tables offer intimate ambiance, while the cuisine lives up to the surroundings, with the emphasis on high-quality Scottish seafood, beef, lamb and game, elegantly prepared and presented.
The Three Sisters Bar, EH1 1JS
Cuisine: Traditional, Bar Food
Located on Cowgate in Edinburgh’s Old Town, Three Sisters is a trendy pub and restaurant serving traditional bar food. The informal, laid-back venue is part of the Central Hotel and just a few minutes from the famous Royal Mile. Wheelchair-accessible, Three Sisters often broadcasts sporting events on their big screen and has proven to be popular at weekends with stag and hen parties.
28 Jamaica Street, EH3 6HH
New Town, Edinburgh
Cuisine: Japanese, Thai, Traditional
Asian fusion bar restaurant in New Town
Tucked away on Jamaica Street, Wee Buddha is a laidback bar and kitchen with innovative Asian dishes, inventive cocktails and a decent beer list. Dog and child friendly, it neatly manages to be both a hip city centre-style bar and a relaxed local hangout. Guests are just as welcome to drop in for an after work pint and a few chicken wings as they are to settle in for an extended dinner.
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