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56 North, Edinburgh,

56 North

4.5 (122)
£25 and under
Gastro Pub
2 West Crosscauseway, Edinburgh, EH8 9JP

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 11 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Great for brunch
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for groups
56 North is Scotlands oldest gin bar and also a working micro gin distillery. It serves Scottish and continental food.

56 North is particularly renowned for its collection of gin with over 400 spirits and extensive cocktails & drinks menus features fine wines, local Scottish beers. South Loch Gin distillery is part of the bar and the gin distillery is in the bar to view. The food menu offers an extensive range of gourmet burgers, salads and main items.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    Gastro Pub, Scottish, Distillery
  • Hours of operation
    Daily 12:00 pm–1:00 am
  • Phone number
    0131 662 8860
  • Website
    http://www.fiftysixnorth.co.uk/
  • Payment options
    Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Location
    2 West Crosscauseway, Edinburgh, EH8 9JP
  • Neighborhood
    Newington
  • Parking details
    None
  • Public transit
    30 second walk from closest bus stop on Chapel Street. Bus numbers: 29, 41, 42, 67.
  • Additional
    Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cafe, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wine

Experiences

  • Food Booking

    Multiple dates available
    Booking for food
    Food Booking Photo

  • Drinks Booking

    Multiple dates available
    Booking for drinks
    Drinks Booking Photo

  • Frites Friday - Steak Frites & Dessert £15pp

    £15.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Our two course Steak Frites every Friday Steak Frites with 6oz rump steak, skinny fries with peppercorn sauce and then choice of dessert for only £15pp
    Frites Friday - Steak Frites & Dessert £15pp Photo

Menu

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What 122 people are saying

56 North reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.4Value

Noise • Energetic

Loved For

  • Edinburgh/Midlothian

    Great for brunch

  • Edinburgh/Midlothian

    Good for groups

  • Edinburgh/Midlothian

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Edinburgh

    Great for brunch

  • Edinburgh

    Good for groups

  • Edinburgh

    Great for outdoor dining

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
56 North offers a "warm and welcoming" atmosphere with "excellent food" and "friendly, attentive staff." Patrons enjoy its "great value" deals, especially the Itison vouchers. Highlights include delicious burgers, an extensive gin selection, and "glorious brunches." While some note temperature issues, the overall experience remains positive and inviting.
243 Reviews

  1. Graham

    Glasgow/Lanarkshire3 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on March 20, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    I have regularly dined at 56 North for several years and my latest visit continued the relaxing and enjoyable - and tasty - experiences of my previous visits - I'm already looking forward to my next visit!!

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  2. Norman

    London4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Used Itison Voucher on Hamburgers for two. Food was excellent . Prompt and pleasant service. Good selection of drinks. Excellent value.

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  3. Catherine

    West Lothian8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 9, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was delicious. The Tower burger is huge. Served quickly by friendly helpful staff and food arrived quickly too. Lovely modern venue. Would highly recommend this place and planning to go back soon.

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  4. Cailin

    Glasgow/Lanarkshire3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Was brilliant just a shame out table was slip over 2 different ones but apart from that it was amazing

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  5. Tim

    Edinburgh/Midlothian22 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on March 6, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 2
    An enjoyable burger & friendly staff - Worth a visit

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  6. Bruce

    Edinburgh/Midlothian8 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on February 14, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Good food with friendly staff and a nice atmosphere Our server Adelaine was attentive and diligent

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  7. Frances

    Edinburgh/Midlothian8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    As always a very warm welcome greeted us when we arrived! We had exceptional service. The food was, again as always, first class! Unfortunately this was a flying visit as we were en route to catch a train after our quick lunch. We usually go there for Brunch and linger on to the cocktail hour!

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  8. Kevin

    Edinburgh/Midlothian5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 13, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Quiet mid thursday afternoon, great food & service, no complaints, pleasant enjoyable afternoon

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  9. Julie

    Glasgow/Lanarkshire3 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on February 12, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Very helpful and knowledgeable service. Very wide selection of Gins

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  10. Gail

    Edinburgh/Midlothian2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 10, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely meal . Staff friendly and helpful . Lovely environment.

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FAQs

56 North offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at 0131 662 8860.

56 North is rated 4.5 stars by 122 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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  5. Newington

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 11 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for 56 North

2 West Crosscauseway, Edinburgh, EH8 9JP

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Newington
  • Hours of operation
    Daily 12:00 pm–1:00 am
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    Gastro Pub, Scottish, Distillery
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    None
  • Public transit
    30 second walk from closest bus stop on Chapel Street. Bus numbers: 29, 41, 42, 67.
  • Payment options
    Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cafe, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wine
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