Diners' Choice: Great for scenic views restaurants in Edinburgh

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Updated April 05, 2025

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Port of Leith Distillery

4.8

4.8 (453)

£25 and under

Scottish

Edinburgh

About the restaurant

Situated on the eighth floor of the Port of Leith Distillery, the Distillery Bar is a premium new-wave Whisky Bar and Scottish food & drink destination.

With stunning views of Edinburgh, Leith and the Firth of Forth, the 300-bottle double-height back bar is intended to invite discovery at the sheer wonder and variety of global whisky alchemy.

With a critically acclaimed seasonal inspired food menu, Head Chef Patrick and his team combine classic and modern techniques, championing the best of Scotland’s farmers and produce.

We look forward to welcoming you in for a dram.

Our Kitchen closes at 9pm Sun-Wed and 9:30pm Thurs-Sat

Top review

Emma

Dined 2 days ago

Really enjoyed our visit, thank you! Would def recommend.

Kyloe Gourmet Steak Restaurant

4.7

4.7 (3335)

£41 and over

Steak

Westend

About the restaurant

Enjoy the tender and complex flavours that Scottish beef has to offer here at Kyloe.

We are committed to working with some of Scotland’s top farms and butchers to bring our guests the best possible Scottish steak experience.

As an independent restaurant, we rigorously source and regularly review our suppliers to ensure that our dedication to provenance, quality and seasonality is consistently maintained.

Additional Dining Information:
*Sunday Roasts available every Sunday until 5pm - MUST BE BOOKED BY FRIDAY AT 4PM
*Extensive line list

Top review

Angela

Dined 2 days ago

Excellent starters and steaks, and great service. It was a fantastic meal to finish our trip to Edinburgh with. Thank you!

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4.6

4.6 (2390)

£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.

Top review

Chris

Dined 4 days ago

Lovely meal here, great value, great food. Haggis and Venison very good!

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4.6

4.6 (916)

£25 and under

Scottish

Westend

About the restaurant

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-friendly
️🍽 Last food orders 9.45pm
⚽️ We show sport
🏃 Walk-ins welcome
🍸 Drinks only bookings welcome
📅 Contact us directly for bookings of 9 or more

Top review

OpenTable Diner

Dined on Apr 18, 2025

Excellent food. Superb service. Nice ambiance. Thoroughly recommend

Down the Hatch - South Queensferry

4.6

4.6 (2800)

£26 to £40

Canadian

Edinburgh

About the restaurant

North American influenced food, with quality locally sourced ingredients!

Note that last bookings for breakfast are 11am and first bookings for all day menu are 12pm. This gives a chance to reset and get ready for our all day menu.

There are now parking restrictions within the marina, we will validate your parking for you in order for you to get your parking for free. Please give us your registration plate when you arrive.

Please note that we are currently cashless, card payment only.

Please note that we do not have toilets on site but there are public toilets a 2min walk across the marina.

Our outside area is covered and heated in the colder months. There is the chance of some side wind/rain though if it's blowing a hoolie!

We are family friendly, when booking that a buggy/pram counts as a cover - let us know. :)

Full terms: https://www.downthehatchcafe

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Craig

Dined 4 days ago

First visit for a while but as good as previous visits. Quick and friendly service. The food was superb and the coffee is really good so well worth having a second cup.

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4.6

4.6 (450)

£25 and under

Scottish

The Royal Mile

About the restaurant

For those looking to sip on a tall glass of champagne or call out Sláinte with a dram in hand, and not forgetting the foodies looking to graze on seasonal small plates and sharing platters, whether you're a regular or here for the first time, there's something for everyone, all in our rooftop champagne lounge.

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Denise

Dined 5 days ago

Beautiful experience, and a truly outstanding view! Would definitely recommend!

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Experience

LNER Perks - 10% Off Bites and Desserts

Experience

Spring Afternoon Tea

Cold Town House

4.4

4.4 (1852)

£25 and under

Brewery

Edinburgh

About the restaurant

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!

Top review

Ema

Dined 5 days ago

Great beers, frickles are so good and salt and chilli wings are insane. Pizza looks like heaven and taste like original Italian. Very vibrant and funky place. Great value for money and definitely worth to visit.

Haute Dolci Edinburgh

4.4

4.4 (306)

£25 and under

Dessert

New Town

About the restaurant

Indulge in a luxurious dessert experience at Haute Dolci Edinburgh, situated in the bustling St James Quarter. With 90 elegant seats, the charming pink, blue, and white interiors create an inviting atmosphere for dessert lovers. Relish in the delightful fusion of brunch and dessert offerings, perfect for locals and destination shoppers alike

Top review

Claire

Dined on Apr 19, 2025

Great service, with delicious treats to enjoy. I was extremely happy to see a new menu which included lots of savoury items so now I can go in and not only enjoy a dessert but a full meal.

Mimi's Bakehouse - Leith

4.1

4.1 (125)

£25 and under

Breakfast

Edinburgh

About the restaurant

Mimi’s Bakehouse is a second-generation family business established in Edinburgh in 2010, when Michelle Phillips sold her family home to open a bakery café in Leith. We have gone on to build a local success story brand that gives people a ‘hug when they walk in the door’ as the original café has since doubled in size and the business has gained five more shops, a successful website selling cakes online and a concession at Archerfield Walled Garden. We also opened an industrial bakery in March 2020, out of which most online trade is produced for fulfilment. Mimi’s Bakehouse has become one of Edinburgh’s best-loved bakeries and an award-winning brand which is a well-known “feel good” place to visit, while remaining small enough to go the extra mile and try new things.
We serve brunch, afternoon tea, coffee and cake.

Top review

Annette

Dined on Mar 31, 2025

I had the Soup and Sandwich combo of Minestrone & Ploughman sandwich on lovely homemade bread. Both were excellent. Finished up with a Red Velvet Cupcake which was fab.

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