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Rooftop Terrace at Cold Town House - Cold Town House, Edinburgh,

Cold Town House

4.4 (1880)
£25 and under
Brewery
4-6 Grassmarket, Edinburgh, EH1 2JU

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2 people
7:00 PM
animated flamesBooked 36 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Lively
  • Good for groups
  • Great for craft beers
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!

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    Brewery, Pizzeria, Scottish
  • Hours of operation
    Mon, Tue, Sun 11:00 am–12:00 am Wed–Sat 11:00 am–1:00 am
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Private party facilities
    We welcome you to explore our private hire options, perfect for any occasion.
  • Neighborhood
    Edinburgh
  • Parking details
    None
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Dancing, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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Experiences

  • Jump N Bingo

    £10.00 - £15.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Jun 27, 2025 only
    7:00 PM
    🎉 Jump N Bingo at Cold Town House 🎉 Get ready for the ultimate party night on Friday, 27th June! Jump N Bingo combines high-energy bingo, live performances, and non-stop dancing in one unforgettable experience. The night kicks off at 7 PM with our incredible DJs, followed by bingo between 8 PM and 11PM. Get ready for live sax by Leo Sax and show-stopping routines from the Nitros Dancers throughout the night. After bingo, we’re turning up the fun with a disco party that’ll have you dancing until late. Expect dance-offs, conga lines, and an all-around amazing atmosphere. 🎟️ Tickets: £10 entry or £15 with a welcome drink (Fizz, Cold Town Beer, or non-alcoholic). 🔞 Over 18s only. Arrive early to grab the best seats and make it a night to remember!
  • EYP Networking

    £7.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Sep 18, 2025 only
    6:00 PM
    EYP Networking Night at Cold Town House 📍 Cold Town House, Grassmarket 📅 Thursday, 18th September 🕕 From 6pm till late 🎟 £7 per ticket – includes entry and a welcome drink! Join us for a relaxed evening of networking at one of Edinburgh’s most iconic venues. Whether you're new to the Edinburgh Young Professionals community or a regular face, this is the perfect opportunity to meet fellow members, make connections, and enjoy a great night out in the city. 🌟 Don’t forget your EYP membership card – it gets you 20% off drinks all evening! Spaces are limited, so grab your ticket early and we’ll see you there!
  • Hogmanay 2025! - Table reservations Indoors

    £5.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Dec 31, 2025 only
    Celebrate Hogmanay at Cold Town House! Join us for an unforgettable night as we ring in the New Year in true Cold Town style. 🎉 Live entertainment across all floors 🍕 Delicious food served until late 🎟 Entry just £5 per person from 8pm Secure your spot and book now to guarantee a table—let’s toast to 2025 together!
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What 1,880 people are saying

Cold Town House 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
  • 4.3Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseEnergetic

Loved For

  • Edinburgh/Midlothian

    Hot spot

  • Edinburgh/Midlothian

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Edinburgh/Midlothian

    Great for scenic views

  • Edinburgh/Midlothian

    Lively

  • Edinburgh/Midlothian

    Most Booked

  • Edinburgh

    Hot spot

  • Edinburgh

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Edinburgh

    Great for scenic views

  • Edinburgh

    Lively

  • Edinburgh

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Cold Town House offers a vibrant atmosphere with "delicious food" and "amazing service." Its rooftop terrace boasts "great views" of Edinburgh Castle, making it a "must on a sunny day." The restaurant features a "fun and funky place" with unique drinks and a friendly staff, ensuring a memorable dining experience.
1,880 Reviews
  1. Kimberly

    New York City2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Rooftop is a total vibe! The food and drinks were delish!
    Cold Town HouseResponded 1 day ago
    Thank you so much for the awesome review! We're thrilled to hear you loved the rooftop vibe and enjoyed the food and drinks. Can’t wait to welcome you back for another great time soon! 🌇🍹✨

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  2. Sydney

    New Orleans9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great vibes all around at cold town house. And the roof terrace is wonderful with amazing views
    Cold Town HouseResponded 3 days ago
    We are absolutely thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the great vibes and wonderful roof terrace at Cold Town House. Thank you for sharing your experience with us! Best, Nikk Stevens General Manager

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  3. Eric

    Atlanta6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 29, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great fish and chips. Inside seating is nice. It is a modern interior so feels less authentic. It was too windy to sit outside so we missed out on that view. Definitely give it a try.
    Cold Town HouseResponded 6 days ago
    Thank you so much for the kind words! We're glad you enjoyed the fish and chips and our indoor seating. We understand what you mean about the modern interior — we try to strike a balance between comfort and character. Sorry to hear the wind kept you from enjoying the view, but hopefully next time the weather will be on your side. We'd love to welcome you back soon!

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  4. Patti

    Tahoe2 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on May 27, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Not worth the hype. There are so many other good restaurants.
    Cold Town HouseResponded 6 days ago
    We're really sorry to hear that we didn’t live up to the hype for you. That’s definitely not the experience we aim to provide. We truly appreciate your honest feedback — it helps us learn and improve. If you ever decide to give us another chance, we’d love the opportunity to make it up to you.

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  5. Grace

    Glasgow/Lanarkshire1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 24, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Staff very welcoming, unique drink options and service was quick. Tried some of the food that other people ordered and it was all very nice
    Cold Town HouseResponded on May 26, 2025
    Thank you for the lovely review, Grace! We’re so pleased to hear you felt welcomed and enjoyed our drink options. It's great that you got to sample some of the food as well—glad to know it hit the mark! We’ll be sure to share your kind words with the team, and we hope to see you again soon!

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  6. Laura

    Glasgow/Lanarkshire3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 24, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was lovely. 10% service charge (discretionary) is added to each bill even if just drinks so something to keep in mind. Can ask for it to be removed though.
    Cold Town HouseResponded on May 26, 2025
    Thanks for your feedback and for dining with us! We’re really glad you enjoyed the food. We appreciate you, and we hope to welcome you back again soon!

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  7. Alfonso VIP

    Chicago32 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on May 24, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Very nice place. Food is ok, a few things turned out salty. great decor.
    Cold Town HouseResponded on May 26, 2025
    Thank you for taking the time to leave a review! We’re glad you enjoyed the atmosphere and décor—it’s something we take pride in. Sorry to hear a few dishes were on the salty side; we’ll definitely pass that along to the kitchen team. We appreciate the feedback and hope to welcome you back for an even better experience next time!

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  8. John

    Perthshire/Stirlingshire3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 24, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We ate on the rooftop terrace. Great views, attentive staff, good menu and the food was well prepared and tasty. Would definitely come again.
    Cold Town HouseResponded on May 26, 2025
    Thank you so much for your kind words! We're delighted you enjoyed your time on the rooftop terrace—it's one of our favourite spots for the views too! It’s great to hear the team, menu, and food all made a positive impression. We really appreciate your support and would love to welcome you back again soon!

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  9. Tara

    Edinburgh/Midlothian2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on May 21, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Staff were fantastic - really great service and we weren't happy with our table and they were very accommodating and allowed us to move. Food is great, simple menu but everything was delicious. We really wanted to eat outside because of the weather so booked the roof terrace - just worth noting that a couple of the tables are inside a little gondola and quite cramped therefore you are inside not outside even though you are on the terrace! Would recommend and return.
    Cold Town HouseResponded on May 24, 2025
    Thank you so much for your lovely feedback! We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed the service and that our team could make you feel comfortable by accommodating your table change. It’s also great to know that you enjoyed the food—we’re proud of our delicious menu. We appreciate your note about the gondola seating on the roof terrace. It's a unique feature we love, but we understand it might not be exactly what some guests expect when booking to dine "outside." We’ll be sure to make that clearer for future guests. Thank you again for the kind recommendation—we’d love to welcome you back soon!

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  10. Bruce

    Edinburgh/Midlothian1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 18, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had a great time at Cold Town House. We are visiting from NZ and have a picture of this building at our home from Scottish family of the Grassmarket from 1840. Was awesome to be able to have lunch in that very same building. Great food and service. Really enjoyed the atmosphere on the roof top terrace.
    Cold Town HouseResponded on May 21, 2025
    Thank you so much for sharing this with us—what an incredible connection to the building and the Grassmarket! We're truly honoured that you chose to visit Cold Town House during your trip from New Zealand, and that we could be part of such a meaningful experience for you. We're thrilled you enjoyed the food, service, and the rooftop atmosphere. Wishing you safe travels and we hope to welcome you back again someday!

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FAQs

Cold Town House is rated 4.4 stars by 1880 OpenTable diners.

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Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
animated flamesBooked 36 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Cold Town House

4-6 Grassmarket, Edinburgh, EH1 2JU

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Edinburgh
  • Hours of operation
    Mon, Tue, Sun 11:00 am–12:00 am Wed–Sat 11:00 am–1:00 am
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    Brewery, Pizzeria, Scottish
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    None
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Dancing, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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