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Dine Local - Edinburgh

by OpenTable

Updated November 03, 2023

OpenTable and Mastercard have teamed up to present Dine Local, a celebration of the restaurants on your doorstep. Make your next meal a local affair and dine at one of the many gems serving the community in Edinburgh.

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The Black Grape

4.8

4.8 (427)

£26 to £40

Tapas / Small Plates

The Royal Mile

About the restaurant

The Black Grape - a new small plate restaurant located on Edinburgh's Royal Mile. Expect small plates, wine & good times in a stunning setting. This custom designed wine bar & restaurant is the ideal setting for intimate date night dining, drinks with friends or a quick snack as you people watch in the heart of the city. Our menu is a gastronomic tour de force with inspiration from around the globe. One thing unites all our dishes however - bold, punchy flavours and plates that are perfect for sharing. In addition to a 40 seater restaurant the Black Grape also has a cozy wine & cocktail bar - expect a carefully curated selection of drinks soundtracked with the best funk & soul.

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Georgie

Dined 4 days ago

Amazing and welcoming. Couldn’t do enough for us. Let us sit outside under a heater and bagged a table inside for us also. Cocktails tailored to us also. Food and wine was amazing. Thank you soo much xx

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4.4

4.4 (523)

£26 to £40

Scottish

New Town

About the restaurant

11 Brasserie @ No 11 is located within the discreet luxury of a historically significant, Edinburgh Georgian Town House, this award winning restaurant, displays a menu that exhibits some of Scotland's finest produce, infused with flavors that reflect Scotland's stunning natural landscape. The Head Chef, Stevie, has received a AA Rosette for Culinary Excellence -Food that literally looks as good as it tastes! There can be no better local dining experience.

The Brasserie is located on the ground floor and seats around 30 diners.
It serves Breakfast (8:00 to 10:00) every day, Dinner (17:00 - 20:30 Last Orders) Wed - Sun, and Lunch (12 noon - 15:30) Saturday and Sunday.

Our menus focus on home made dishes, using tasty, fresh produce from artisan suppliers. We're happy to accomodate any dietary requirements and preferences. Please note we do not have a children's menu.

A selection of alcoholic beverages is available including spirits

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Thomas

Dined 6 days ago

Nice and calm atmosphere and the food was very good.

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New Years Eve Five Course Celebration

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Butta Burger - George Street

4.3

4.3 (573)

£25 and under

Burgers

New Town

About the restaurant

Edinburgh's best beef and fried chicken burgers, made using our special seasoned Butta

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Sinead

Dined 7 days ago

We thoroughly enjoyed our experience- lovely staff, food was great (lots of choice) and portions were a great size- we’ll be back!

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4.7

4.7 (2657)

£26 to £40

French

Old Town

About the restaurant

Opened in 2001 La Garrigue is a 2 AA Rosettes French restaurant located just a stones throw away from Edinburgh's famous Royal Mile and minutes away from Waverley train station with stunning views of Calton Hill.
The restaurant is themed around the culinary specialities of the southern regions of France offering hearty dishes such as Roquefort Cheese Soufflé, Fish Soup, Traditional Cassoulet and using the best of local produces as well as French ones. The wine list is extensive and is suitably representative of Languedoc, the largest of France's wine producing regions and has been awarded AA Notable Wine List for years.
Be ready to be transported to France as you come in, friendly and relaxed atmosphere mixed with chic yet casual surroundings.

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Stephen

Dined 3 days ago

Fantastic food and excellent service. A visit here never disappoints.

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Cassoulet Végétalien

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Nobles Cafe Bar & Restaurant

4.3

4.3 (303)

£26 to £40

Scottish

Edinburgh

About the restaurant

Nobles – A loveable neighbourhood pub and sumptuous eatery, full of old world charm and modern twists. Delectable seasonal menus and refined pub classics are prepared using the best local ingredients. Crisp craft beers, considered wines and exquisite cocktails are served until late. In a city full of choice, Nobles is a destination for discerning foodies hunting for something unique.

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Helen

Dined on Sep 21, 2024

Always great, but especially this time with 2 young children in tow, the wait staff were so helpful and attentive. Food was lovely and coffees were delicious!

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4.5

4.5 (2330)

£25 and under

Scottish

Old Town

About the restaurant

Award Winning Whiski Rooms is located just off the Royal Mile on the prestigious mound. Our restaurant serves food all day which is freshly prepared using the best locally sourced produce. We have an extensive cocktail list, wine, and craft beer and a great whisky selection.
Whiski Rooms has a reputation as being one of the best restaurants in Edinburgh, one of the best Whisky Bars in the world, the first Ardbeg Embassy in the UK, a whisky and gift shop, and a tasting room for daily whisky tastings.
Whiski Rooms is located off the Royal Mile in the city centre looking over Princess Street where you will experience traditional Scottish food.

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OpenTable Diner

Dined on Sep 24, 2024

This became our home-away-from-home restaurant and we loved it each time! Atmosphere and food were great. We lived the Auld Fashioned drink. And Sage took phenomenal care of us and was a highlight for us!

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Scottish Salmon

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The Voyage of Buck

4.7

4.7 (618)

£26 to £40

Contemporary British

Edinburgh

About the restaurant

Inspired by the bars and eateries of Montmarte, Paris. We are the 4th independent bar from the team that brings you Hamiltons, Treacle and The Blackbird.

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Dennisvip

Dined 4 days ago

Very nice place away from the crowds and tourist on our evening visit for a late dinner. Certainly a limited but great menu that can be shared with your significant other while there.

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Down the Hatch - Antigua Street

4.5

4.5 (1318)

£26 to £40

Canadian

New Town

About the restaurant

Welcome to Down the Hatch - EDINBURGH!

We are a diner focusing on diner style food with big flavour, fresh ingredients, huge taste and all things Canadian!!

Under 18s must be accompanied by an adult and are not permitted from 8pm onwards.

We have a 10 minute grace period for your booking. Please give us a call if you are running late for your booking.

Your table will be booked for 1 hour 15 minutes for bookings of up to 6 people; and 1 hour 45 minutes for bookings of 7+.

We have a limited number of outside tables. These are not bookable at the moment and are on a first come, first served basis.

Last bookings are 9.15pm as our kitchen closes at 9.45pm, 7 days a week.

Please call for any more information.

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Thomas

Dined on Sep 24, 2024

Down the Hatch was awesome; great music, appealing and themed decor. The food was fantastic and the drinks were delicious. If you're a fan of Canadian food I'd strongly recommend you check out this restaurant for yourself.

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Chop House Market Street

4.2

4.2 (1922)

£26 to £40

Steak

Edinburgh

About the restaurant

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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Mikel

Dined 3 days ago

Well cooked and flavorful steak and lobster. Well crafted mixed drinks, Side vegetables were lacking, however. Broccoli was perfectly al dente, but the chili-lime dressing was, boring and bland. Overall, a pleasant experience and would return given the opportunity

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3.9

3.9 (541)

£25 and under

Gastro Pub

Stockbridge

About the restaurant

Hamiltons of Stockbridge is a multi award winning, relaxed environment where the carefully sourced menu changes with the seasons and drinks are a well-chosen blend of beautiful wines and modern standards with a subtle twist. Hamiltons maintains a comprehensive selection of beers spanning all the local favourites as well as an carefully selected cocktail menu including unique creations such as the Rum and Raisin milk punch. The food menu is an ever-changing experience that includes popular items. Hamiltons can be found at 16-18 Hamilton Place, near to The Water of Leith and Edinburghs New Town, a short walk from Jubilee Garden and around 10 minutes by bus to the Royal Botanical Gardens. Hamiltons was created with locals in mind, but welcomes everyone and prides itself on its friendly staff and warm atmosphere. We are also a dog friendly venue with the exception of the raised restaurant area. We also welcome U18's until 8pm.

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John

Dined on Sep 7, 2024

Great spot for brunch - bustling, funky and friendly

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4.7

4.7 (126)

£25 and under

Indian

Musselburgh

About the restaurant

The Guru, a family run establishment, part of Edinburgh heritage has been serving Scot’s for over 30 years with its authentic Asian cuisine.

Starting from humble beginnings in the Fountainbridge area of the city, the Guru thanks to its longstanding community support, popular dishes and committed service that never fails to disappoint is now showcasing its culinary magic in the historic landmark building of the old Mr Boni’s ice cream parlour in Tollcross.

Book a table today, meet Mr Guru and the family themselves and be wowed when dunking the largest naan bread in Scotland with one of the largest selections of signature curries. Our knowledgeable staff will ensure they cater to your tastebuds and needs leaving you with an unforgettable experience. We promise you’ll be back for more!

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OpenTable Diner

Dined on Dec 10, 2023

Great curry experience and would highly recommend anything from the tandoori menu.

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White Horse Oyster & Seafood Bar

4.2

4.2 (2178)

£26 to £40

Seafood

The Royal Mile

About the restaurant

White Horse Oyster & Seafood Bar, situated on the site of the oldest inn on the Royal Mile, serving the best of British seafood and shellfish sourced from boutique suppliers across the country. Expect small plates, sharing platters & hand-crafted cocktails washed down with a carefully curated selection of wine & fizz. Brought to you by the team behind Chop House & Monteiths.

A child or young person must be accompanied by a responsible adult.

Children aged:
0-5 from 12pm until 9pm
5-17 from 12pm until 10pm

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Lauren

Dined 6 days ago

Great food, great service and will definitely be back!

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4.4

4.4 (211)

£26 to £40

Turkish

Edinburgh

About the restaurant

Drawing on Turkish heritage and tradition, Shish’s ethos is borne out of a desire to create a hub as the heart of the home, centred around the fire hearth where cooking and families come together and share in the occasion. The spacious restaurant lends itself to large gatherings, smaller group parties and more intimate dining occasions, with the option of private hire. Its slick interior, ambient lighting and booth seating lining the parameter of the restaurant provide the perfect setting for any occasion. At the helm in the kitchen, the passionate team of chefs have created an inspired menu underpinned by true authenticity and rich taste. Highlights include Karisik Izgara – traditional mixed grill platter and loads more...

Shish is a one of the first Dry Bars (No alcohol) in Edinburgh, stocking all the fine wines available, Champagne, Spirits, Popular Cocktails and Beers but all containing zero alcohol substitutes such as Zero percent Rum, Whiskey and Gin.

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Kathy

Dined on Sep 26, 2024

The food was excellent and we enjoyed the decor/ambiance. Only complaint was slow to offer drinks when we arrived.

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4.6

4.6 (321)

£25 and under

Contemporary British

Tollcross/Fountain Bridge

About the restaurant

The Blackbird Bar and Restaurant, at 37-39 Leven Street in the Bruntsfield area of south-west Edinburgh, serves modern Scottish cuisine. It is located close to The Meadows public park, less than 10 minutes by car or taxi from Waverley and Haymarket Railway Stations; Edinburgh Castle and the city centre are around 20 minutes' walk away. The exposed stone walls of its traditional, tavern-like interior give it an authentically Scottish atmosphere and it also has a beer garden in which to enjoy an al fresco drink or bite to eat in the warmer summer months. The Blackbird’s menu is composed of gourmet burgers, fresh fish of the day, hearty soups and sumptuous salads, to be accompanied by something from the drinks menu – a glass of craft beer, premium ale or fine wine, perhaps – organic teas and coffees are also available.

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Susan

Dined on Sep 8, 2024

Food was delicious as always, staff are very friendly and the restaurant has a nice atmosphere.

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Hanover 71 Café & Bistro

4.4

4.4 (4)

£26 to £40

British

New Town

About the restaurant

We are a city centre restaurant serving breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner.
We are known for our traditional Fish and Chip suppers as well as our Turkish cuisine and Scottish Breakfast
We look forward to seeing you very soon.

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JOANO

Dined on Jul 9, 2024

We enjoyed our lunch.servers were very pleasant.Did serve me a red wine that was so cold .Had been in the fridge !!However they did correct it. Two ordered baked sweet potato but had to have normal as sweet potato had run out.A midday!!!!However ordinary potato was delicious with loads of filling and lovely dressing on the salad.

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4.6

4.6 (1927)

£26 to £40

Scottish

The Royal Mile

About the restaurant

Monteiths bar & restaurant is nestled in a fairy-lit close in the heart of Edinburgh’s Old Town. The award winning venue is located just off the historic Royal Mile and combines chic cocktail bar with intimate restaurant. A favourite of locals and visitors alike, Monteiths is a must for relaxed dining and innovative cocktails.

Monteiths is by the team behind the White Horse Oyster Bar, and Chop House

Due to licensing restrictions Monteiths cannot accept children under the age of 5 at any time. Children aged 15 & under can be admitted until 10pm. Apologies for any inconvenience caused.

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OT

OpenTable Diner

Dined 4 days ago

Food was well prepared and flavorful. Restaurant is small and seating is tight but it creates an intimate atmosphere. At this price point it was a splurge well worth it for our last night in Edinburgh.

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Boteco Do Brasil - Edinburgh

3.6

3.6 (55)

£25 and under

Brazilian

Edinburgh

About the restaurant

In Brazil, “Boteco” is the friendly neighbourhood bar with lively music and atmosphere...and that’s exactly where our inspiration comes from, the traditional botecos of Rio de Janeiro. You can enjoy a refreshing Caipirinha – our signature drink and an essential part of any Brazilian celebration – or sample the infamous 'urban' menu of the streets from our delicious tapas menu. When you visit Boteco, you are immediately reminded of the things that make Brazil so attractive: we’re colourful, vibrant, fresh and exotic! Scotland may be far away from Copacabana beach, but at Boteco you can get a taste of Brazil even on the rainy days! We're open 7 nights a week, till 3AM. A funky pub & restaurant offering a truly relaxing and enjoyable atmosphere. Featuring live music, DJs and dancing with tropical cocktails available every night. Our eclectic menu is guaranteed to satisfy even the pickiest of eaters with our vast array of tapas, traditional dishes and international cuisine.

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OpenTable Diner

Dined on Jun 17, 2024

Amazing tapas deal for 4 quid each and 5 pound cocktails!!! Lovely service and really cute place!

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3.4

3.4 (15)

£26 to £40

Indian

Old Town

About the restaurant

At Tantra we want to change peoples perceptions of Indian cuisine. Our food will provide a multi-sensory experience involving appearance, texture, flavours, aroma all of equal importance.

We aim to take traditional Indian cuisine into another dimension - by taking inspirations from from renowned international cuisines and using modern techniques such as molecular gastronomy and deconstruction of dishes. We ensure that the soul of the food is Indian in flavour - but the execution and presentation will be mystical and magical in every aspect, just like the name "Tantra".

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OT

OpenTable Diner

Dined on Mar 17, 2024

Imaginative fresh and modern Indian food. A real treat , well worth a visit.

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