Best Seasonal Restaurants in Leith

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A photo of The Ivy on the Square restaurant

1. The Ivy on the Square

4.4

Awesome(13616)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary British • Old Town

Booked 100 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.

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2. The Spanish Butcher - Edinburgh

4.7

Exceptional(487)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • New Town

Booked 34 times today

The Spanish Butcher has two amazing locations to choose from in Glasgow & Edinburgh Scotland. Both restaurants serve the finest grades of Galician beef, the most premium Jamón ibérico and the freshest of seafood; combining Spanish and Mediterranean inspired flavours.Set within chic, modern New York loft style interiors, The Spanish Butcher delivers quintessential style along with the most vibrant cuisine.

3. Cold Town House

4.4

Awesome(1887)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Brewery • Edinburgh

Booked 62 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! *Live Bar & Taproom- Drink the freshest Cold Town Beer straight from our tanks. With live music, amazing food and an electric energy, its the perfect spot to drink, dance and make unforgettable memories.- Dog Friendly!*Brewery & Pizza Floor-Relax in the comfort of our Brewery & Pizza floor, watch our artisan pizzas come together all while sipping on the freshest beer from our Microbrewery.*Rooftop Terrace–Cocktails, cold pints, and epic Edinburgh Castle views! Soak up the atmosphere, sip in style, and make the most of our iconic rooftop—whatever the weather!Last 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!

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4. The Queens Arms - Edinburgh

4.6

Exceptional(1570)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Scottish • New Town

Booked 35 times today

The Queens Arms is a cosy pub hidden under the cobblestones of Edinburgh, and home to the city's Best Sunday Roast.🧒 Under 18s welcome until 9pm, but only in the restaurant area, not in the bar area. Please leave a note if you have under 18's in your party. If booking in the bar area you may be declined entry.🐶 Dog-friendly.💡 Pub Quiz Sundays at 8pm.🏃 Walk-ins welcome but bookings recommended.🍹 Bookings for food & just drinks welcome.🏉 We show all sports events & proud sponsor of Edinburgh Rugby. Your home away from home!

5. Skua

4.8

Exceptional(44)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Scottish • Edinburgh

Booked 18 times today

Skua is a small basement restaurant and bar located on St Stephen street in Stockbridge. The food menu, led by Head Chef James Aikman, is seasonal, refined, well balanced and innovative. Drawing from a large library of pickled and fermented produce year round the kitchen team offers dishes that punch well above their weight and are produced in an exceptionally small space, visible to guests as they enter the restaurant. The cocktail programme, spearheaded by Jacob Thunder is equally innovative and playful with a regularly rotating selection of house favourites as well as the classics available on request. Skua has been listed in the Michelin Guide and The Good Food Guide since its opening year in 2023.

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6. Bread Street Kitchen & Bar — Edinburgh

4.0

Excellent(807)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• British • New Town

Booked 31 times today

In the heart of Edinburgh’s St Andrew Square, Bread Street Kitchen & Bar brings Gordon Ramsay’s signature style to a stunning Scottish setting.Enjoy classic dishes made with the best seasonal produce, from beef Wellington to locally sourced seafood, alongside expertly crafted cocktails and a strong wine list.The bright interior and lively terrace make it a top spot for summer dining, just moments from Princes Street and the city’s historic landmarks.

7. Chop House

4.0

Excellent(2009)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Steak • Edinburgh

Booked 14 times today

Best of British beef, butchered & dry-aged in house and cooked over a charcoal grill. Chop House is an innovative blend of classic British steakhouse and cocktail bar brought to you by the team behind Monteiths & the White Horse Oyster Bar. Provenance is at the centre of the Chop House offer and we use only the finest beef sourced from artisan suppliers across Scotland.The meat is dry aged for up to 90 days to add flavour, increase tenderness then the beef cooked on a charcoal grill, specially designed to give a subtle smoky flavour. Our fantastic food offering is matched by an extensive wine list from around the world and exceptional cocktail list. Open 7 days for lunch, dinner and Sunday roast! We have another Chop House in Bruntsfield & Leith

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8. Mimi's Bakehouse - Leith

4.1

Excellent(129)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Breakfast • Edinburgh

Booked 5 times today

Mimi’s Bakehouse is a second-generation family business established in Edinburgh in 2010, when Michelle Phillips sold her family home to open a bakery café in Leith. We have gone on to build a local success story brand that gives people a ‘hug when they walk in the door’ as the original café has since doubled in size and the business has gained five more shops, a successful website selling cakes online and a concession at Archerfield Walled Garden. We also opened an industrial bakery in March 2020, out of which most online trade is produced for fulfilment. Mimi’s Bakehouse has become one of Edinburgh’s best-loved bakeries and an award-winning brand which is a well-known “feel good” place to visit, while remaining small enough to go the extra mile and try new things.We serve brunch, afternoon tea, coffee and cake.

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9. Haute Dolci Edinburgh

4.4

Awesome(310)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Dessert • New Town

Booked 5 times today

Indulge in a luxurious dessert experience at Haute Dolci Edinburgh, situated in the bustling St James Quarter. With 90 elegant seats, the charming pink, blue, and white interiors create an inviting atmosphere for dessert lovers. Relish in the delightful fusion of brunch and dessert offerings, perfect for locals and destination shoppers alike

10. Mara

4.4

Awesome(20)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Wine Bar • Leith

Booked 3 times today

Mara is the perfect bar to catch up with friends over wine, cocktails, brunch or dinner in The Shore in Leith.Bring a few of your loved ones and unwind in scenic surroundings, either on our sun-trap of a garden or inside our contemporary bar and restaurant.We pride ourselves on our expertly curated and ever-rotating wine list, creative cocktails and freshly prepared food including sharing platters, small bites and our popular brunch menu served until 4pm daily.We are dog-friendly and now offer takeaway drinks! Please note that our outdoor area is for walk-ins only, but you are welcome to book our interior.

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Stuart
Edinburgh/Midlothian •1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
We had a brilliant Birthday celebration meal, we arrived and there was a Birthday card on the table, the staff were fantastic and made it extra special. The food was also outstanding and the knowledge from the staff made it even more interesting.
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The Spanish Butcher - EdinburghPrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• New Town
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4.7
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Harry
London •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Waitress and other staff really good. Thanks for giving us a great afternoon watching the rugby.
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The Queens Arms - EdinburghPrice: Moderate• Scottish• New Town
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4.6
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Diane
Glasgow/Lanarkshire •1 review
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
The ivy was so beautiful the after noon special was amazing great value for money
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The Ivy on the SquarePrice: Expensive• Contemporary British• Old Town
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4.4
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Anita
London •1 review
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Skua is a bit of a find. This was our first visit. Basement restaurant in a nice part of town, very welcoming and knowledgeable staff, superb fresh food with outstanding flavours and combinations. Highly recommend giving it a try.
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SkuaPrice: Expensive• Scottish• Edinburgh
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4.8
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Fiona
Edinburgh/Midlothian •12 reviews
4.0
Dined 6 days ago
Very tasty lunch at Cold Townhouse. We booked the terrace as the sun was shining. View of the terrace slightly obscured by tattoo seating, which did not detract from experience. Staff were extremely friendly & courteous. Service was very good. I had chicken caesar salad which was extremely tasty. My husband had The Grange pizza,which was demolished with gusto. Excellent lunch & great venue for a sunny day.
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Cold Town HousePrice: Moderate• Brewery• Edinburgh
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4.4

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