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1802 Lounge & Grill, Edinburgh, Scotland

1802 Lounge & Grill

4.4 (18)
£26 to £40
Scottish
1-3 Baxter's Pl, Edinburgh, Scotland EH1 3AF

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 6 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Charming
  • Good for groups
  • Good for special occasions
Located in the heart of Edinburgh, 1802 Lounge & Grill combines heritage charm with modern style. Situated next to the Edinburgh Playhouse and just steps from St James Quarter, it's the ideal spot for a pre-theatre dinner or a relaxing post-shopping bite.

Our menu features a refined blend of Scottish and European cuisine, crafted with seasonal, locally sourced ingredients by our talented Head Chef. From indulgent grill dishes to lighter options, there’s something for every mood.

Unwind in our stylish lounge with handcrafted cocktails, a thoughtfully curated whisky list, and tempting bar snacks. Or enjoy a drink al fresco on our heated outdoor terrace, perfect year-round.

Every Sunday from 12:30pm to 4:30pm, our regular menu pauses as we serve up a generous and comforting Sunday Roast – the perfect weekend treat.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    Scottish, International
  • Hours of operation
    Daily 12:00 pm–9:30 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Chris Milner
  • Neighborhood
    Edinburgh
  • Parking details
    None
  • Public transit
    Picardy Place Tram Stop
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Cheese & Wine Tasting with Mellis Cheese

    £45.00 per person

    Prepaid

    May 9, 2025 only
    6:30 PM
    Join us for a unique and indulgent evening as 1802 Lounge & Grill teams up with the renowned cheesemongers at Mellis for an exclusive Cheese & Wine Tasting. Taking place at our venue, this special event starting at 6:30pm offers the perfect chance for cheese and wine enthusiasts to learn from the very best in the business. Established over 30 years ago, Mellis is Scotland’s leading artisanal cheesemonger, dedicated to promoting the rich flavours of farmhouse cheese. By working with single-herd producers and staying true to traditional methods, Mellis has expanded across Scotland, supplying top restaurants and delis. Their knowledgeable team is passionate about sharing their expertise, making every tasting an educational yet relaxed experience. Hosted by Mellis themselves, the event will feature 6 carefully selected cheeses, each perfectly paired with 3 exquisite wines. Their passionate host will guide you through the informal, informative tasting, helping you discover new flavours and combinations. Plus, if you find a favourite during the tasting, you'll have the opportunity to purchase the featured cheeses to enjoy at home. Please inform us of any dietary restrictions in your booking notes. Come along, unwind, and treat yourself to a delightful evening of gourmet indulgence at 1802 Lounge & Grill with Mellis. For guests who would like to dine at 1802 Lounge & Grill either before or after the event, you will receive 20% off your bill with proof of ticket purchase.
    Cheese & Wine Tasting with Mellis Cheese Photo
  • Sunday Roast

    Multiple dates available
    Prepared by our talented chefs, the Sunday Roast will feature the Head Chef’s choice of meats (vegetarian option available too), served alongside a generous spread of sharing-style sides, including crispy roast potatoes, seasonal vegetables, rich gravy, and, of course, freshly made Yorkshire puddings.
    Sunday Roast Photo

What 18 people are saying

1802 Lounge & Grill 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

4.4
4.4 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.3Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseEnergetic

Loved For

  • Edinburgh/Midlothian

    Good for business meals

  • Edinburgh/Midlothian

    Good for groups

  • Edinburgh

    Good for business meals

  • Edinburgh

    Good for groups

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
1802 Lounge & Grill offers a warm and inviting ambiance with "fantastic food and service." Known for its chic atmosphere and attentive staff, it provides excellent pre-theatre dining options and a delightful cocktail selection. The Scottish menu features standout dishes like Cullen skink and chicken schnitzel. Highly recommended for an enjoyable dining experience.

18 Reviews
  1. Pat

    London1 review

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Really liked it. Place is spotless and food was good. Service was 10/10. No complaints and would recommend.

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  2. David

    Glasgow1 review

    2.0

    Dined on April 26, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    The best description of the service would be disjointed. It was as if the staff were not 100% sure of their roles and what their colleagues were doing. We booked for 5pm for a pre theatre meal. We were provided standard menus and had to request the pre theatre menu. Our order (drinks, starters and mains) was taken 30 minutes after we arrived. The starters then arrived before the drinks. The mains arrived before the starter plates were cleared away. One main meal was incorrect and that person had to wait 10 minutes for their food. We decided we would not have dessert but ordered a mix of hot and cold drinks. After 20 minutes we had to chase these up so we could get to the theatre. All food was enjoyed apart from one person who didn't care for the cheeseburger saying the meat didn't taste great. The staff were all polite despite the lack of co-ordination although the chap who received us on entry was, we felt, not that welcoming and looked quite stressed. We only interacted with him on one further occasion to chase up our drinks and he left us to chase the drinks before we had finished talking to him. The bill arrived and only the drinks had been charged for. I returned the bill for correction to get the food charges added ( the items were all listed but originally charged as £0.00).

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  3. kathryn

    Edinburgh1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 19, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 1
    Good lovely staff great! Enjoyable time had by all

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  4. Graeme

    Cheshire2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 12, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic food and service, a lovely chic ambient restaurant, would definitely recommend visiting

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  5. Nick

    Orlando2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 23, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food and service was absolutely fantastic! We were so glad we decided to book our lunch there.
    1802 Lounge & GrillResponded on April 14, 2025
    Hi Nick, Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback! We’re thrilled to hear you had a fantastic experience with both the food and service. We’re so glad you chose to book your lunch with us, and we can’t wait to welcome you back for another great meal soon! Kind regards, Liana

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  6. Miss

    Edinburgh1 review

    2.0

    Dined on March 21, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    Nice , quiet atmosphere for drinks and friendly staff
    1802 Lounge & GrillResponded on April 14, 2025
    Hi there, Thank you for your kind words! We’re so glad you enjoyed the quiet atmosphere and found our staff to be friendly. We hope to welcome you back soon for another relaxing visit. Kind regards, Liana

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  7. Tracey

    London1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My huis and and I had such a lovely evening 🤗 Food, wine and service impeccable ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
    1802 Lounge & GrillResponded on April 14, 2025
    Hi Tracey, Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re thrilled to hear you and your husband had such a wonderful evening with us. It means a lot to us that you enjoyed the food, wine, and service! We can’t wait to welcome you back for another fantastic experience. Kind regards, Liana

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  8. Sandy VIP

    Edinburgh79 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 6, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had the Charcuterie board which was excellent and the house wine was very pleasant. We also were able to sit outside which is a great space with heating if required.
    1802 Lounge & GrillResponded on April 14, 2025
    Hi Sandy, Thank you for your kind review! We're so glad to hear you enjoyed the charcuterie board and house wine—it’s a great pairing. Delighted you were able to make the most of our outdoor space too; it’s such a relaxing spot, especially with the heaters on when needed. We hope to welcome you back again soon, whether it’s for a cosy evening outside or another delicious bite indoors! Kind regards, Liana

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  9. Enrico

    London1 review

    4.0

    Dined on February 21, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    I had the pre theatre set menu. Really good value compared to to other restaurants at similar level. Service was great. Shout out to Tuesday ( the waitress) We booked at 17:15 and were out by 18:40. It got busy at around 1800 so service might get slower then if you need to go to the theatre next door. Overall the food was good . I recommend this place .
    1802 Lounge & GrillResponded on April 14, 2025
    Hi Enrico, Thank you for your lovely review! We're so pleased you enjoyed the pre-theatre set menu and found it to be great value. A special thanks for the shout out to Tuesday—she’ll be thrilled to hear your kind words! We’re glad you had a great experience overall and truly appreciate the recommendation. Hope to see you again soon. Warm regards, Liana

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  10. Janice

    Edinburgh1 review

    5.0

    Dined on February 20, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The atmosphere is classy but comfortable and the staff are friendly, attentive, and really go the extra mile to ensure you have a great experience. Definitely one of my go-to places—highly recommend! We ate in the grill downstairs and the food served was delicious. Highly recommend the haggis bon bon starters and the Scottish seafood linguine. After our meal we decided to have a drink upstairs in the lounge which was a really nice setting to end our night.
    1802 Lounge & GrillResponded on April 14, 2025
    Hi Janice, Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear that 1802 has become one of your go-to spots—it means the world to us. It's great to know you enjoyed the atmosphere in both the grill and the lounge, and that our team helped make your experience a memorable one. The haggis bon bons and Scottish seafood linguine are definitely favourites of ours too, so we’re glad they hit the mark! We hope to welcome you back soon for another delicious meal and a relaxing drink upstairs. Warm regards, Liana

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1802 Lounge & Grill is rated 4.4 stars by 18 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 6 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for 1802 Lounge & Grill

1-3 Baxter's Pl, Edinburgh, Scotland EH1 3AF

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Edinburgh
  • Hours of operation
    Daily 12:00 pm–9:30 pm
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    Scottish, International
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    None
  • Public transit
    Picardy Place Tram Stop
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Chris Milner
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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