Guidebook for Edinburgh
Food Scene
Café Tartine
72 Commercial StGreat French Bistro
Great wee pub with beer garden by the water, busy when the sun is out. Scottish pub food, great breakfast
203 locals recommend
Teuchters Landing
1c Dock PlGreat wee pub with beer garden by the water, busy when the sun is out. Scottish pub food, great breakfast
Domenico's
30 Sandport StTraditional family run italian
Michelin starred magic - one of the best restaurants in Scotland. French/ Scottish
278 locals recommend
The Kitchin
Michelin starred magic - one of the best restaurants in Scotland. French/ Scottish
Mimi's Bakehouse
63 ShoreCakes and Coffee
The King's Wark
36 ShoreOldest pub in Leith, great scottish food
The Ship On The Shore
ShoreGreat Scottish/ French restaurant focusing on seafood
Great wee pub which specialises in burgers, Sunday roast and breakfast. book ahead
281 locals recommend
Roseleaf bar cafe
23-24 Sandport PlaceGreat wee pub which specialises in burgers, Sunday roast and breakfast. book ahead
Nobles Café Bar & Restaurant
44A Constitution StBeautiful bar with gastro pub menu
Mintleaf
28 Bernard StGreat Indian/ Thai
Breakfasts and coffee during the week. Gluten free/ organic options
12 locals recommend
The Shore Deli
52 ShoreBreakfasts and coffee during the week. Gluten free/ organic options
Pierinos
11 Bernard StTop Fish and Chip shop
High end Scottish restaurant focus on foraged ingredients. On the michelin guide
34 locals recommend
Norn
50-54 Henderson StreetHigh end Scottish restaurant focus on foraged ingredients. On the michelin guide
Chop House Leith
102 Constitution StBest STEAK in Edinburgh! Pricey but ideal for special occasion
Crolla's Gelateria leith
CoalhillICE CREAM SUNDAES!
Nice affordable eatery that has recently been renovated. Good for large groups/ family
58 locals recommend
The Compass
44 Queen Charlotte StNice affordable eatery that has recently been renovated. Good for large groups/ family
Harmonium
60 Henderson StRecently voted best Vegan restaurant in Edinburgh
Alplings
16 Henderson StDumplings! Yum
New on the scene - highly recommended! Open for breakfast/ lunch but only open for evening dinner at weekend. This sells out quickly and has 5 star reviews. Amazing food!
49 locals recommend
Aurora
187 Great Jct StNew on the scene - highly recommended! Open for breakfast/ lunch but only open for evening dinner at weekend. This sells out quickly and has 5 star reviews. Amazing food!
Ostara
52 Coburg StAbsolute gem of a cafe
spilt milk coffee
125 Great Jct StCoffee and very good value for breakfast/ lunch
The Fishmarket
23A Pier PlThe best fish and chips, in the world? Maybe
Next door - serving seasonal fare, with locally sourced fish, in a relaxed, dark wood bar-restaurant with Forth views.
94 locals recommend
The Old Chain Pier
32 Trinity CresNext door - serving seasonal fare, with locally sourced fish, in a relaxed, dark wood bar-restaurant with Forth views.
Chef Stuart Thrumble has created dishes using fantastic local, seasonal produce, with superbly matched wines. Our aim is to show off Scottish produce at its very best. Our gorgeous lunch dishes and our delicious dinner menu change almost daily, depending on what the market has that morning. Sample menus are below. Currently, we are offering a 2 course lunch for £15.00 from 12 – 2pm, and a 2 course dinner for £25. You can also check out our special menus on our Events page. Children over 5 years old are welcome, we don’t have a kids menu but are happy to do smaller portions.
24 locals recommend
The Light House
3 Pier PlChef Stuart Thrumble has created dishes using fantastic local, seasonal produce, with superbly matched wines. Our aim is to show off Scottish produce at its very best. Our gorgeous lunch dishes and our delicious dinner menu change almost daily, depending on what the market has that morning. Sample menus are below. Currently, we are offering a 2 course lunch for £15.00 from 12 – 2pm, and a 2 course dinner for £25. You can also check out our special menus on our Events page. Children over 5 years old are welcome, we don’t have a kids menu but are happy to do smaller portions.
Family-run bistro overlooking the sea for breakfast, snacks and hearty mains, plus a deli counter.
58 locals recommend
Porto & Fi Deli Bistro
47 Newhaven Main StFamily-run bistro overlooking the sea for breakfast, snacks and hearty mains, plus a deli counter.
Upscale chain restaurant serving sustainably sourced British fish & seafood, plus some meat dishes.
99 locals recommend
Loch Fyne Restaurant & Bar
23A Pier PlaceUpscale chain restaurant serving sustainably sourced British fish & seafood, plus some meat dishes.
Family-run bistro overlooking the sea for breakfast, snacks and hearty mains, plus a deli counter.
58 locals recommend
Porto & Fi Deli Bistro
47 Newhaven Main StFamily-run bistro overlooking the sea for breakfast, snacks and hearty mains, plus a deli counter.
Borough
50-54 Henderson StOne of the best restaurants in Edinburgh - reasonably priced fine dining
Shopping
Leith Market
Commercial StreetEvery Saturday 10-5
Sainsbury's Local
45 Bernard StLocal supermarket
Drinks & Nightlife
Malt & Hops
45 ShoreTraditional bar with great beer and whisky
Port O' Leith
58 Constitution StMusic pub, an Edinburgh institution, very friendly and lively
Sofi’s Bar
63-65 Henderson StChilled swedish themed bar
Malmaison Edinburgh
1 Tower PlUpmarket hotel/ bar
The Cavern Bar
7 Bernard StWee pub with live music
Sightseeing
Dazzle Ship
96 Ocean DrNice walk out to the dock, artist-painted ship
The Queens private yacht - open to tours. Enter via Ocean terminal shopping centre
630 locals recommend
Royal Yacht Britannia
Ocean DriveThe Queens private yacht - open to tours. Enter via Ocean terminal shopping centre
Newhaven Harbour
Pier PlaceEntertainment & Activities
Padlox Escape Rooms
1 Carpet LnNot been personally but by all accounts it's great fun!
alien rock
8 Pier PlOld hurch converted into Indoor climbing centre