We have put together a list of our favourite Edinburgh eateries. All based in and around Edinburgh, independent and highly recommended. Go feast, enjoy and support local.
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The Free Company
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Timberyard
The best of dining out
In Edinburgh
- The Little Chartroom | Small but perfectly formed the Little Chartroom offers a beautiful dining experience, lead by chef of the moment Roberta Hall-McCarron. The Little Chartroom, 14 Bonnington Road, Edinburgh, EH6 5JD
- Timberyard | A fabulous character-filled family run restaurant in an old beautifully converted timber yard. 10 Lady Lawson Street, Edinburgh, EH3 9DS
- The Gardener's Cottage | A tiny intimate little restaurant in a tiny cottage in the city centre. The cottage for many years was home to the gardener of Royal Terrace Gardens. All the dishes are seasonally and sustainable sourced. 1 Royal Terrace Gardens, London Road, Edinburgh, EH7 5DX
- Six By Nico | Six by Nico's concept is to have a completely different themed set menu every couple of months. Inventive and surprising every time. 97 Hanover St, Edinburgh, EH2 1DJ
- Heron | Small but perfectly formed farm-to-table seasonal dining with view out over the picturesque Water of Leith. 87-91a, Henderson street , Leith, EH6 6ED
- Scran & Scallie | Tom Kitchen's Edinburgh gastro pub has a real scandi/scot vibe with posh pub grub. For his Michelin starred restaurant head to The Kitchen. 1 Comely Bank Road, Stockbridge, Edinburgh, EH4 1DR
- Contini | Beautiful Italian food served in a fabulous vaulted building on George Street. Contini and their sister restaurant The Scottish Cafe in Princes Street Gardens are both Italian with a Scottish twist. 103 George Street, Edinburgh, EH2 3ES
- Good Brothers Wine Bar | Great food and wine in a characterful but cosy setting. 4 - 6 Dean Street, Stockbridge, Edinburgh, EH4 1LW
- Chop House | For the very best of steaks in Edinburgh head to their Bruntsfield steak house. 88 Bruntsfield Place, Edinburgh, EH10 4HG
The little Chartroom
Out in the Country
- The Free Company | Opening their doors for seasonal supper clubs, keep your eye on their website for upcoming dates. The majority of their menu in grown a stones throw from the restaurant, think fire pits, farm yard and rustic charm. Cockdurno Farmhouse, Balerno, Edinburgh, EH14 7HZ
- The Paper Mill at Lasswade | Pub grub and cocktails by the river. Sit in or outside on their beautiful riverside terrace. Westmill Road, EH18 1LX, Lasswade
- The Bonnie Badger | Tom Kitchen's country pub, a stones throw from Gullane Beach with a delightful beer garden for outdoor dining. Main St, Gullane, EH31 2AB
- Greywalls | Designed by Lutyens with gardens by Jekyll, Greywalls is pretty special. A special place for posh dinners or afternoon teas. Don't forget to explore the gardens when you are there. Greywalls, Muirfield, Gullane, East Lothian, EH31 2EG
- The Gordon Arms | The new home of a local favourite, 'The Old Bakehouse'. A lovely local pub with an excellent Sunday lunch. Main St, West Linton, EH46 7EA
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Secret Herb Garden
Lunch & teatime treats
In Edinburgh
- Lowdown | The best coffee in George Street served from a super cool scandi basement. 40 George Street, Edinburgh, EH2 2LE
- Kate's | Coffee and the most delicious cakes to eat in and takeaway Kate's, 116 Causewayside, Edinburgh, EH9 1PU
- Urban Angel | Best brunch in Edinburgh, Open daily for sit in or takeaway. 121 Hanover Street, Edinburgh, EH2 1DJ
- The Pastry Section | If Willie Wonka did cake! A must visit for all those with a sweet tooth. 86 Raeburn Place, Edinburgh, EH4 1HH
- Twelve Triangles | Slow fermented sourdough and pastries, jams, custards and fillings all made fresh daily from local suppliers. 414 Morningside Road, Edinburgh, EH10 5HY
- Oink Canongate - hog roast rolls & takeaways | Open Mon - Sun 11am -3pm (or until the pork runs out...). Collection from their shop. 82 Canongate, Edinburgh, EH8 8BZ
- Mimi’s Bakehouse in Corstorphine | Open for delicious takeaway cream teas. Collection or sit in if you book ahead. 277 St Johns Road, Edinburgh
- Mary’s Milk Bar in the Grassmarket | Delicious ice cream and chocolate made every morning. Chocolate, coffee and milkshakes and hot chocolate. 19 Grassmarket, Edinburgh, EH1 2HS
- S Luca | Ice cream made in Edinburgh and served from their shop in Morningside. 16 Morningside Road, Edinburgh, EH10 4DB
Cakes from Kate's
In the Country
- Pentland Hills Cafe Express | What used to be a Pentland rangers hut is now a tiny cafe serving the best coffee and cake in the Pentlands. Opening times vary, check their facebook. Pentland Hills Cafe Express, Flotterstone, Milton Bridge, EH26 0PP
- Restoration Yard & Larder | Restoration Yard is a lovely place to lunch after exploring Dalkeith Park. The kids will love Fort Douglas and grown ups will love their Larder and Store open daily from 10am - 5pm. Dalkeith Country Park via Town Gate, Dalkeith, EH22 1ST
- Drift | Drift is offering Driftaway takeaways and indoor seating in their super cool container cafe by the seaside Canty Bay, EH39 5PL, North Berwick
- The Paper Mill at Lasswade | Pub grub by the river. Sit in or outside on their beautiful riverside terrace. Westmill Road, EH18 1LX, Lasswade
- Craigie's Farm Shop | Craigie's farm shop and cafe is open 9am til 3pm. West Craigie Farm, South Queensferry, Edinburgh, EH30 9AR
- Secret Herb Garden | Browse the greenhouses, antiques and quirky herb drying huts. The Garden Café is open and you can book your table here. Secret Herb Garden, 32A Old Pentland Road, Edinburgh, EH10 7EA
- The Lobster Shack | Open during the summer months. Delicious lobster & chips served in North Berwick Harbour. The Lobster Shack, North Berwick Harbour, The Old Pier, North Berwick EH39 4SS
Twelve Triangles