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A photo of Thai Express Kitchen restaurant
4.1
Excellent(164)
Price: Moderate
• Thai • Edinburgh
Booked 2 times today
Our first ever dine-in restaurant! Thaï Express is a new take on traditional Thaï Cuisine. Packed full of flavour, with unique twists and fusions based on your favourite Thai dishes! We offer a whole new extensive menu and dining experience, whilst sticking to our roots with our traditional open kitchen. With Halal, Gluten-free, Vegetarian and Vegan options there is a variety for everyone to enjoy. Customers can choose a protein and then add spice levels based on a preference from mild to very spicy. If you have not tried us already...don't be shy and give it a THAI!
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4.4
Awesome(13616)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary British • Old Town
Booked 82 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 The Basement restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(1380)
Price: Expensive
• Mexican • New Town
Booked 27 times today
Do you love tacos, fajitas guacamole and all things Mexican? Come join us underground! We’ve got a masivo collection of tequila and mezcal waiting for you to try. And when it comes to cocktails, there’s plenty on offer but you can’t go wrong with a margarita!🧒 Under 18s welcome until 10pm with food, last sitting for under 18s is 8pm🐶 Dog-friendly in our bar & outdoor areas🏃 Walk-ins welcome🍹 Bookings for food & drink and just drinks welcome📅 Contact us directly for bookings of 9 or more
A photo of Edinburgh - Bucks Bar Hanover Street restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(272)
Price: Moderate
• American • New Town
Booked 13 times today
Welcome to Bucks Bar Hanover St. We look forward to welcoming you! The best free range buttermilk fried chicken you've ever tasted! Buck's is a rock’n’roll bar specialising in authentic buttermilk fried chicken, seriously addictive Nashville hot chicken, cocktails, beers and Bourbon. Live music every Saturday night! 40% Off Selected Cocktails Monday - Wednesday weekly offers www.bucksbar.co.uk
A photo of Paloma restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(98)
Price: Moderate
• Mexican • Leith
Booked 4 times today
Paloma - a neighbourhood taco spot opening in Leith this summer.Inspired by the flavours of Mexico, we'll be serving up hand pressed corn tortillas, sharing plates & a delicious range of cocktails. This bright & airy restaurant is located in the heart of Leith. Big flavours, buzzing atmosphere & great service...
A photo of Hard Rock Cafe - Edinburgh restaurant
4.5
Awesome(4772)
Price: Moderate
• American • New Town
Booked 18 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.
A photo of Paz Taqueria restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(65)
Price: Moderate
• Mexican • New Town
Booked 15 times today
Paz Taqueria is a vibrant Mexican restaurant in the heart of Edinburgh, celebrated for its authentic street food, hand-pressed tacos, and expertly crafted cocktails. With a focus on bold flavors, fresh ingredients, and a warm, welcoming atmosphere, Paz Taqueria brings a slice of Mexico to the city.
A photo of Gaucho Edinburgh restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(3179)
Price: Expensive
• Steak • Edinburgh
Booked 27 times today
Father's Day | Sunday 15th June | The World’s Best Steak for the World’s Best Dads This Father’s Day, Give Dad the Gaucho Treatment. From our iconic 100% Argentinian steaks to our indulgent Sunday roast available at selected locations, we’re serving up bold flavours the whole family will love. Just a short stroll from Waverley Station and steps from St. Andrew Square, Gaucho Edinburgh is our first restaurant in Scotland, bringing the finest free-range, grass-fed Aberdeen Angus beef from Argentina to the heart of the city. We proudly celebrate Scottish produce, working with Campbell’s Meats, the world-renowned IJ Mellis cheesemonger and Mark Murphy fruit and vegetables. Of course, we have a cocktail using Irn Bru and are pleased to serve Stewart’s Craft Lager, brewed out of Loanhead.
A photo of Cardinal restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(38)
Price: Very Expensive
• Scottish • Edinburgh
Booked 1 time today
Cardinal is a relaxed fine dining restaurant from chef Tomás Gormley. Located in Edinburghs historic New Town Cardinal offers a modern approach to Scottish cooking. With a wide range of local and sustainable suppliers at our doorstep, from our Lobsters and Crabs at Belhaven Lobsters in Dunbar to our vegetables and Native breed meats at Free Company Farm in Balerno we’re lucky to be taking advantage of Scotlands unique and unrivalled natural larder. Cooking over coals helps add an extra layer of flavour to whatever we’re cooking on them, it’s more intuitive and engaging as cooks and we feel like that comes through on the plate. Tasting menus are our bread and butter but we also offer a pre fixe three course.
A photo of The Huxley restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(930)
Price: Moderate
• Scottish • Westend
Booked 12 times today
The X marks the spot to the hottest place in town. Pop on down for a spot of breakfast, some people watching or after work drinks.Dive into our food menu that features both hearty dishes and tasty small plates, perfect for any time of day!Sip on local draught beers, explore wines from around the world or get adventurous with our creative, experimental cocktails.Whether you're here for a full meal or just to unwind with a drink, we've got the laid-back atmosphere and delicious options to make every visit memorable.🧒 Under 18s welcome until 10pm with food🐶 Dog-friendly️🍽 Last food orders 9.45pm⚽️ We show sport🏃 Walk-ins welcome🍸 Drinks only bookings welcome📅 Contact us directly for bookings of 9 or more

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