What are the best restaurants in Edinburgh/Midlothian for a special occasion?

Celebrate special occasion at the best restaurants in Edinburgh/Midlothian. Our customers recommend Hawksmoor Edinburgh, Kyloe Gourmet Steak Restaurant and Mamma Roma Ristorante

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As of April 2, 2023 there are 118 restaurants in Edinburgh/Midlothian. Filter by “outdoor dining”, “romantic” or “dog friendly”.

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Restaurants in Edinburgh Area | 1,407 restaurants available on OpenTable

A photo of The Ivy on the Square restaurant

1. The Ivy on the Square

4.4

Awesome(10946)

££££

• Contemporary British • Old Town

Booked 318 times today

Located in the heart of Edinburgh, The Ivy on the Square is an all-day British brasserie serving modern British and international Ivy-inspired classics.

A photo of Bread Street Kitchen & Bar — Edinburgh restaurant

2. Bread Street Kitchen & Bar — Edinburgh

4.3

Awesome(410)

££££

• Contemporary British • New Town

Booked 104 times today

Bread Street Kitchen & Bar has arrived in Edinburgh! We can't wait to welcome you to our restaurant and bar in St Andrew Square – you can join us for lunch, dinner and late night drinks 7 days a week.Don’t miss our classic Gordon Ramsay dishes, from Beef Wellington and traditional fish & chips, to rare-breed steaks and delicious seasonal salads. Plus, try our amazing cocktails, drinks and wine lists.

A photo of Hard Rock Cafe - Edinburgh restaurant

3. Hard Rock Cafe - Edinburgh

4.4

Awesome(3545)

££££

• American • New Town

Booked 184 times today

Hard Rock Cafe is a global phenomenon with 185 cafes that are visited by nearly 80 million guests each year. The first Hard Rock Cafe opened on June 14, 1971, in London, England, and from there the brand has expanded to major cities and exotic locations around the world.

4. Le Bistrot

4.4

Awesome(1202)

££££

• French • Edinburgh

Booked 30 times today

The famous Le Bistrot is ready to welcome you! Located at the new House of France on the Royal Mile (former Lothian Chambers), we aim to provide you with a friendly and authentic French experience, filled with passion and love in what we are doing.Open every day from breakfast to dinner, we are there for everyone to feel like in France, in fantastic surroundings!

5. Cold Town House

4.4

Awesome(1268)

££££

• Brewery • Edinburgh

Booked 72 times today

Craft beer brewed on-site, delicious Neapolitan pizzas and one of the best views of Edinburgh Castle from our Rooftop Terrace. Cold Town House is where it’s happening. Best Beer Bar Winner at the Scottish Beer Awards 2021 & National Pizza Awards Finalist 2021! THREE DIFFERENT AREAS* The Brewhouse - Our main restaurant and drinks area is a cool wooden interior with references to beer throughout. It's all about atmosphere! Dog-friendly.* Pizza & Prosecco Floor - A gorgeous interior on our first floor. Our microbrewery and pizza oven are on this floor, so you can watch our team in action as they cook and brew for you.* Rooftop Terrace - Cocktails, beers and an exclusive food menu served under a glorious view of Edinburgh Castle. Our iconic rooftop is perfect for any outdoor occasionLast bookings for food are at 8.45pm, later bookings will only be for drinks. Please note that our Terrace closes at 10pm daily.Walk-ins welcome!

6. Gaucho Edinburgh

4.5

Awesome(2693)

££££

• Steak • Edinburgh

Booked 68 times today

A short walk from Waverley station, just off St. Andrew Square, Gaucho Edinburgh is proudly our first Scottish restaurant serving Argentina’s best free-to-roam, grass-fed Aberdeen Angus beef, big Latin flavours alongside a premium wine list. As you walk through the door of this contemporary, glass building you’ll be welcomed by sophisticated interiors, with textures and tones inspired by Argentina’s forests. Enjoy a drink in our cocktail bar or descend into our dining room for a relaxed working lunch or to entertain in our stunning private wine room. At the weekends, get a dose of social vitamins with our DJ hosted brunches and legendary Sundays roasts.Please note: we currently do not accept OpenTable dining cheques.

A photo of The Mussel and Steak Bar restaurant

7. The Mussel and Steak Bar

4.6

Exceptional(192)

££££

• Scottish • Old Town

Booked 32 times today

The mussel and steak bar has been a firm favourite for over 17 years with worldwide visitors and Scots alike since we opened in 2005. We have been granted the most popular seafood and steakhouse by various organizations. Our restaurant has been awarded a member of the Scotch Beef Club because we have inspected and satisfied the criteria regarding the quality, provenance, handling and preparation of the scotch beef that is served.

8. Eve

4.5

Awesome(16)

££££

• British • Old Town

Booked 10 times today

From world-renowned DJs to the best of local, unsigned talent, you can bet that Eve will be throwing the best party in town and you’re on the guest list.Join us for live entertainment Wednesday through Sunday until late.Anybody who’s anybody will be there ;)

9. Juniper Bar

4.3

Awesome(123)

££££

• International • Edinburgh

Booked 18 times today

Serving breakfast from 10am until 12 noonBar food available all dayJuniper where we dare to be different and create concoctions that push the boundaries. Our vision is clear – to experiment, to explore, to play with flavour combinations – and not to take ourselves too seriously! With fresh,new flavours and combinations as well as offering the comfort and familiarity of traditional favourites. We are passionate about cocktails and this is reflected in every one we serve! Try one of our amazing creations – you’ll not be disappointed!

A photo of Twenty Princes Street restaurant

10. Twenty Princes Street

4.4

Awesome(2621)

££££

• Steakhouse • New Town

Booked 46 times today

Twenty Princes Street presents an elegant and stunning setting that is sure to bewitch even the most cosmopolitan of patrons with a seamless mix of traditional elegance and contemporary design. A distinguishing feature of the restaurant is the lush, capacious banquettes carefully positioned to make the most of the vistas. And with massive triple-height windows that offer picture perfect views of the skyline. Our chefs demonstrate culinary flair with an inventive and eclectic menu that keeps pace with the seasons and uses the finest locally sourced ingredients. There’s an exciting choice of fish and seafood dishes while the selection of steaks are a signature of the restaurant. This restaurant offering guests a trendy and sophisticated hangout whatever the occasion, where dining is refreshingly informal and an atmosphere that’s glamorous but not glitzy. And for pre- or post-prandial drinks and conversations, our bar Juniper is the perfect destination.

The Ivy on the Square

Bread Street Kitchen & Bar — Edinburgh

Eve

Metro at Apex Grassmarket

The Huxley

Noon Bar and Kitchen

Elliot's Restaurant

The Dunstane Restaurant & Bar

Down the Hatch - South Queensferry

The Ivy Buchanan Street Glasgow

Elena's Tapas Bar and Restaurant

One O Eight at The Hilcroft Hotel

The Woodside Doune

The Allan Park

Champagne Central

One O Eight at The Hilcroft Hotel

Down the Hatch - South Queensferry

The Allan Park

Elena's Tapas Bar and Restaurant

Taste Of Scotland Menu

3 Brazilian Tapas + Caipirinha Cocktail at £14.95

Afternoon Tea (24hr pre-booking required)

All Day Set Menu

A Trip to Sicily

Ginnasium - Gin Tasting Experience

Traditional Afternoon Tea

The Bonham Afternoon Tea

Afternoon Tea

Sunday Lunch

Never Ending Roasts

2 course Pre Theatre + small wine

Champagne Afternoon Tea

Electric Darts (90 Minutes)

Breakfast at The Hilcroft Hotel

1. The Ivy on the Square

2. Bread Street Kitchen & Bar — Edinburgh

3. Hard Rock Cafe - Edinburgh

4. Le Bistrot

5. Cold Town House

6. Gaucho Edinburgh

7. The Mussel and Steak Bar

8. Eve

9. Juniper Bar

10. Twenty Princes Street

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What are the best restaurants in Edinburgh/Midlothian for a special occasion?

How many restaurants are on OpenTable in Edinburgh/Midlothian?

What cuisines are available near me in Edinburgh/Midlothian?

Can you get delivery in Edinburgh/Midlothian with OpenTable?

Can I order takeout as well?

Can I reserve a table at a restaurant as well on OpenTable?

Can I see menu information for restaurants?

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