Badger & Co

Name: Badger & Co
Address: 32 Castle Street, Edinburgh, United Kingdom, EH2 3HT
Telephone: 0131 226 5430
Price range: £25 and under
Rating: 4.5

4.5

1447 Reviews

£25 and under

Scottish

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Wind in the Willows-inspired cocktail bar filled with classic, crafty and culinary adventures beyond the Wild Wood.

Enjoy healthy lashings of food, creative cocktails and a great selection of local beers, wines and spirits.

Join us in our indoor bar & restaurant, our hidden outdoor spot The Sunken Garden or the outdoor terrace with incredible views of Edinburgh Castle.

We also have a Private Dining Room for all of your event needs, get in touch for more information.

🧒 Under 18s welcome until 10pm with food
🐶 Dog-friendly in our bar area
🏉 2 TVs for sports
🏃 Walk-ins always welcome
👰 Private dining room available for events
📅 Contact us directly for bookings of 8 or more

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Sep 23, 2023

9:30 PM

Booked 17 times today

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Cuisines
Scottish
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu 12:00 pm–11:00 pm Fri 12:00 pm–1:00 am Sat 11:00 am–1:00 am Sun 11:00 am–12:00 am
Phone number
0131 226 5430
Website
http://www.badgerandco.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Private party facilities
Our private dining room, Toad Hall, has been designed to heighten any event and is the ultimate playground for adults. Discretely located in a spacious room below the bar, our private dining room can seat up to 12 guests for an indulgent lunch or dinner for that special occasion or cater for parties of up to 25 guests for a standing event.

Location
32 Castle Street, Edinburgh, EH2 3HT
Neighborhood
Edinburgh
Cross street
Rose Street, George Street, Princes Street.
Parking details
None
Public transit
There are multiple bus stops near Castle Street, primarily on George Street and Princes Street. Both Waverley Train Station and Haymarket Train Station are around a 15-minute walk away.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Full Bar, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Weekend Brunch, Wine

What 1,447 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.5

4.5 based on recent ratings

4.5Food
4.4Service
4.6Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

1,447 Reviews

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OpenTable Diner
Glasgow
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great welcome and atmosphere … tasty food … I’d encourage readers to visit!
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elcaporal
Vancouver
3 reviews
vip
4.0
3 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
overall4food3service4ambience4
Cocktails were amazing! Fish and chips were ok. Game pie was ok, but meat over cooked. The lamb rump was really tasty!!
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Ratty
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined 5 days ago
overall4food4service4ambience4
Great food and service in intimate surroundings. But, the Wind in the Willows theme was not particularly obvious.
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OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 5 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience4
Wonderful experience, fabulous food. Would go go there again!!
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LRinGVL
Charleston
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on September 13, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Delightful place! A fun theme with excellent drinks and great food. Several nice options for vegetarians.
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Jlip
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on September 11, 2023
overall3food2service3ambience2
Dissapointed thst three of the menu choices were not available but we had already ordered our bottle of champagne before they told us what was missing. It was a birthday celebration and we ended up with small plates . Not the lovely lunch we were looking forward to . Food was ok but not as described on the menu .
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billyb
Denver
41 reviews
vip
5.0
41 reviews
Dined on September 10, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
This was a beautiful restaurant, and the food was equally beautiful. The service was fantastic! I had the chicken and mushroom pie. It was fantastic. I would definitely recommend this place.
Badger & CoResponded 1 day ago
Billyb, Thank you for the review! We really appreciate your feedback and are so glad to hear you enjoyed you visit with us. We can’t wait to welcome you back, Best, Team Badger
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EmilyD
Columbus
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on September 9, 2023
overall5food5service4ambience5
Two friends and I visited Badger and Co on a Saturday night and we had a great time! The Fish and chips were delicious and the atmosphere is very comfortable and secluded.
Badger & CoResponded 1 day ago
EmilyD, Thank you so much for the 5-star review! We can’t wait to welcome you back already. Best, Team Badger
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GraemeM
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on September 9, 2023
overall3food3service3ambience3
Food was ok. Humus starter relish, fish & chips average. Service was too slow, need more staff. Good value given great location in Edinburgh with castle views.
Badger & CoResponded on September 14, 2023
Hi Graeme, Thank you for the feedback, we appreciate it. We’re sorry your experience wasn’t up to your standards, we always aim to deliver 5-star service and we’re upset to hear that we didn’t deliver this. We hope you return to us soon so we can rectify this with you! Best, Team Badger
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AdamK
Los Angeles
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 8, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Absolutely delicious food and a wonderfully atmosphere. A highlight of the trip. Try the haggis and beef pie!
Badger & CoResponded on September 13, 2023
Adam, Thank you! We are famous for our pies here at Badger & Co, and are glad to hear you enjoyed them! Best, Team Badger
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CathyT
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 8, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent restaurant, service was fantastic, very friendly staff, food was delicious, highly recommend Badgers.
Badger & CoResponded on September 13, 2023
Cathy, Thank you so much for the 5-star review, we appreciate it. We look forwarding to welcoming you again, Best, Team Badger
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RebekahR
Glasgow
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 3, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amazing food and service! Will definitely be back - it’s great that it’s dog friendly too!
Badger & CoResponded on September 6, 2023
Rebekah, Thank you so much for the 5-star review! We’re so glad you and your four legged friend enjoyed your visit and look forget to the next! Best, Team Badger
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OllyB
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on September 1, 2023
overall3food2service2ambience4
Lovely venue & ambience for a catch up. Food pretty average for price.
Badger & CoResponded on September 6, 2023
Olly, Thank you for leaving us a review, we love receiving feedback so we can work on offering the best quality food and service in Edinburgh. We are close to launching a new menu soon, we’d love to welcome you back and let you try out our new and exciting changes! Keep an eye out on our socials for updates. Best, Team Badger
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JanetM
Tallahassee
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on August 31, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food and service! Very cute and cozy restaurant, and overall great vibe!
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FMR22
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 29, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had a fabulous lunch here the other day! Lovely food and great value for money, the place wasnt too busy at all and the service was fast and informative.
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Chris
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 29, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amazing setting, with great food. We were really looked after. A fun way to spend a lazy lunch in Edinburgh.
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OpenTable Diner
Toronto
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 27, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Went for a lovely Sunday roast. Everything was delicious. The Yorkies were a little dry for my preference, but a bit of gravy solved the problem. Great service and comfortable seating.
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Azaj
East Sussex
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 27, 2023
overall5food4service5ambience5
The meal was fantastic we had the roast beef, soup and truffle Mac n cheese. The only slight disappointment was the meat was a bit tough the rest was delicious.
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OpenTable Diner
Yorkshire
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 26, 2023
overall4food5service3ambience5
Lovely food although possibly a little overpriced for what you get, very nice ambience and interior - manages to remain quite with many groups talking thanks to the sound dampening. Only downside was the service is extremely slow, although the waitstaff are lovely and seem to be aware that this is an issue.
Badger & CoResponded on August 31, 2023
Hello, Thank you for your honest feedback, we always love listening to our guests and using this information to constantly improve our services. We assure you, when you join us next, you’ll experience the 5-star service you deserve. Best, Team Badger
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SteveS
Manchester
6 reviews
vip
4.0
6 reviews
Dined on August 26, 2023
overall4food5service4ambience5
Great restaurant and tasty food. Service was a little slow, but that could just be festival-fatigue.
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WillM
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 26, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Really good, probably my new favourite place in Edinburgh. So good we went back the next day to watch the rugby with a couple of beers.
Badger & CoResponded on September 3, 2023
WillM, Thank you for the review, it’s very much appreciated. We enjoyed having you and your party, both times, just unfortunate about the rugby score! We look forward to welcoming you again, Best, Team Badger
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2ClassyLadies
Edinburgh
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on August 26, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
First visit to Badger and Co and it won't be my last. The chicken and mushroom pie was delicious and my friend enjoyed the steak and haggis pie. Compliments to the chef.
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KatherineF
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 26, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Gorgeous dog friendly restaurant where our dog was catered for first with a cosy blanket, water bowl and plant pot of treats. Such a beautifully decorated restaurant - definitely high end for our dog. Food was delicious and we loved the wind in the willow theme. Service was excellent and we throughly enjoyed our visit. We will return another time we are in Edinburgh I’m sure.
Badger & CoResponded on September 3, 2023
Katherine, Thank you so much for the 5-star review, we loved having you and your little pooch with us. We cater to all walks of life, so we’re so glad to hear our team looked after both yourself, and your little partner. We look forward to welcoming you again, Best, Team Badger
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JaneB
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 26, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Just loved everything about Badgers - the cocktails were fantastic thank you
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RobinC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 24, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Lovely meal, very easy to book. Not rushed afterwards and the service was very good. Great table in the window. Would definitely return
Badger & CoResponded on August 31, 2023
Robin, Thank you for the 5-star review. We always aim to deliver the best experience possible for our guests, and we’re glad you got to enjoy this with us. We’re already looking forward to seeing you again, Best, Team Badger
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RobertW
Edinburgh
2 reviews
2.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 24, 2023
overall2food2service1ambience1
The service was very slow considering there was only 2 tables with customers , the chicken was cooked in dirty oil and tasted awful and to top things off they added a service charge of 10% to the bill and when i told the server that i would not be paying she was very taken aback as if to how dare you not pay as if it was a given , very disapointed as i have been in Badgers before and enjoyed the experience .
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LizFaeAyrshire
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 24, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Booked a meal for a special reunion with friends over from NZ on their honeymoon. Had never been before and not being from Edinburgh, took a chance and so glad I did. We were welcomed by the fabulous staff from first step over the door, glass champagne to get the party started and then enjoyed a lovely relaxing meal in very comfortable, spacious and stylish dining area. Fully recommend, Staff made it extra special, we had a wonderful day, THANK YOU 🤗
Badger & CoResponded on August 31, 2023
Liz, Thank you for the 5-star review, it’s amazing! We love what we do here at Badger & Co, and we’re so pleased to hear you got to experience that with your friends, we also had a blast! We can’t wait to welcome you again when you visit, Best Team Badger
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AliceD
Edinburgh
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 23, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
I have frequented Badger & Co several times over the past few years and it's my favourite place to eat in Edinburgh. Anytime I have friends or family over visiting the city, I take them there and they never disappoint. Great food, gorgeous ambiance, and super friendly staff. Highly recommend!
Badger & CoResponded on August 31, 2023
AliceD, It’s always a pleasure to have you join us Alice! We appreciate you giving us a 5-star review, it means the world. We’re glad you get to share your experience with your friends and family, we’re always happy to welcome you. Looking forward to next time, Best, Team Badger
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AnnaS
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on August 23, 2023
overall3food3service4ambience4
The food let it down, just wasn’t anything special
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OpenTable Diner
Buckinghamshire
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 23, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We really enjoyed our lunch at Badger@ Co. We were seated in the main restaurant and it was a touch of class. The food was tasty and well presented. We’ll definately be back soon!
Badger & CoResponded on August 31, 2023
Hello! Thank you for the 5-star review. We love our food and we’re glad that you got to experience that with us! We’re already looking forward to seeing you again, Best, Team Badger
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FOODIE
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on August 21, 2023
overall4food3service4ambience4
We had a lovely meal in lovely surroundings however I was very dissapointed that three dishes were not available at a lunch time on a small menu. Two were the dishes I had decided to go there for and had I known they weren't available beforehand I would have chosen to go somewhere else. Staff were very pleasant.
Badger & CoResponded on August 31, 2023
Hi foodie, Thank you for your feedback, we constantly try and review our menus and service to see where we can improve and deliver the best possible experience we can give to our guests. Please keep an eye out on our website and our socials, we have big things coming with our food offerings and menus! We look forward to you joining us again, Best, Team Badger
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JennyB
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on August 19, 2023
overall3food2service4ambience3
The food portion was tiny. It was extremely expensive for what it was and would not have filled up a child never mind an adult.
Badger & CoResponded on August 27, 2023
JennyB, Thank you for the review, we appreciate feedback both positive and negative, and strive to work on this daily. We are known for our good, hearty dishes and generous portion sizes, so we are upset to hear that is not what you experienced. Please keep an eye out in the near future, we have exciting new dishes coming to Badger & Co, from our award-winning head chef! Looking forward to seeing you again, Best, Team Badger
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DanjonS
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 18, 2023
overall5food4service5ambience5
Cuisine traditionnelle raffinée, plat copieux, très bon rapport qualité prix. Ambiance et décor original et très beau. A recommander.
Badger & CoResponded on August 27, 2023
DanjonS, Merci pour l'avis 5 étoiles. Nous apprécions vraiment vos commentaires et nous sommes heureux de savoir que vous avez apprécié votre visite chez nous. Meilleur, Blaireau d'équipe
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yuyu
Edinburgh
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 16, 2023
overall4food4service3ambience5
The atomosphere of the restaurant was so cute and nice. And food was good too！We’d arrived the restaurant later than our booking time but the staff greeted us with a welcome smile that we appreciate so much.
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Elliott37
Edinburgh
6 reviews
3.0
6 reviews
Dined on August 15, 2023
overall3food3service4ambience2
Menu is limited and quite traditional. Food is a bit greasy but large portions. Fish v fresh, burgers a bit crumbly. Service was pleasant and efficient but carpets and floors a bit dirty and made restaurant feel that way. At nearly £50 for a burger and fish and chips and no alcohol, taking all into account I thought it was over priced.
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BrianA
San Diego
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 14, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We were here on vacation from the United States and absolutely loved it! We ordered the 3 different pies and enjoyed each one. The service was friendly and accommodating, and the value was about the same as any pub around for a nice sit down dinner. 10/10 would recommend
Badger & CoResponded on August 27, 2023
BrianA, Wow, thank you very much for the 5-star review, it’s really appreciated. We take pride in our pies, and we love to hear that you and your party also enjoyed them! We can’t wait to see you again, Best, Team Badger
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Mac007
Gloucestershire
9 reviews
4.0
9 reviews
Dined on August 13, 2023
overall4food4service4ambience4
We ate a lovely meal here prior to seeing a show. The staff were very friendly and efficient. The food was good and good value also, we'd definitely go back again.
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Karen
Edinburgh
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 12, 2023
overall4food3service4ambience4
Friendly and helpful staff. Food good limited menu for gluten free. Relaxing atmosphere.
Badger & CoResponded on August 27, 2023
Hello Karen, Thank you for the 4-star review. We are constantly working on our menus both food and drinks to help deliver the best quality and options that we can for guests. Please keep an eye out for our menus online or on our socials, we have exciting news announcements in the next few weeks! Best, Team Badger
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OpenTable Diner
London
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 12, 2023
overall3food3service3ambience3
The menu is limited and there is no children’s menu or at least none was offered
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OpenTable Diner
Tuscany
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on August 11, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food is the most delicious we have found until now. The position is great with its Castle view and staff is very kind. If we will be again in Edinburgh we would defined come back. Thanks!
Badger & CoResponded on August 27, 2023
Hello! We appreciate the 5-star review! We think our food and views are 10/10, but that has nothing on our guests, you make the dream happen! We can’t wait to host you again, Best, Team Badger
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Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing
- Surfaces sanitized between seatings
- Common areas deep-cleaned daily
- Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
- Contactless payment available

Protective equipment
- Diners must wear masks unless eating or drinking

FAQs

Badger & Co is rated 4.5 stars by 1447 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Sep 23, 2023

9:30 PM

Booked 17 times today

32 Castle Street, Edinburgh, EH2 3HT

Additional information

Cross street
Rose Street, George Street, Princes Street.
Neighborhood
Edinburgh
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu 12:00 pm–11:00 pm Fri 12:00 pm–1:00 am Sat 11:00 am–1:00 am Sun 11:00 am–12:00 am
Cuisines
Scottish
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
None
Public transit
There are multiple bus stops near Castle Street, primarily on George Street and Princes Street. Both Waverley Train Station and Haymarket Train Station are around a 15-minute walk away.
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Full Bar, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Weekend Brunch, Wine

Website
http://www.badgerandco.com/
Phone number
0131 226 5430
Private party facilities
Our private dining room, Toad Hall, has been designed to heighten any event and is the ultimate playground for adults. Discretely located in a spacious room below the bar, our private dining room can seat up to 12 guests for an indulgent lunch or dinner for that special occasion or cater for parties of up to 25 guests for a standing event.

Badger & Co

Make a reservation

Additional information

Menu

What 1,447 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing

Protective equipment

FAQs

How is Badger & Co restaurant rated?

Is Badger & Co currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Additional information