Diners' Choice: Good for business meals restaurants in Edinburgh/Midlothian

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Updated September 05, 2024

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Merchants

4.8

4.8 (73)

£26 to £40

Scottish

Old Town

About the restaurant

Back after more than a two year closure following the George IV Bridge in late 2021, Merchants has undergone a full refurbishment. Merchants serves Scottish cuisine in one of the most bustling areas of Edinburgh. Braised shin of beef, haggis and seared seabass are some of the dishes on an ever-changing menu, and the restaurant is happy to try and cater for any specific dietary requirements. Situated at 17 Merchant Street, Merchants Restaurant is proud to use fresh, locally sourced produce in its dishes. Historic Edinburgh Castle is a nine-minute journey on foot and Greyfriars Kirkyard a mere two minutes walk.

Top review

LauraB

Dined 1 day ago

Exceptional service, really lovely food, great quality. Good music too!

Skyline Restaurant

4.8

4.8 (1952)

£26 to £40

Scottish

Edinburgh

About the restaurant

Located on the top floor of the Main Stand at Edinburgh's iconic Tynecastle Park Stadium.

Sit back and relax as our team proudly present a celebration of seasonal ingredients and flavours in our recently renovated premises. From starters to desserts, every dish has been carefully crafted to showcase excellent local produce.

We’re a family-friendly restaurant with children’s menus available.

Since opening in 2020, we’ve become a favourite to locals and visitors alike - recently claiming a place in OpenTable's UK Top 100 Restaurants for 2023 and winning Best Restaurant in the 2023 Radio Forth Awards.

Our Table d'hôte dinner menu is available seven days a week and for lunch Friday to Sunday. Monday to Thursday we offer a light à-la carte lunch menu. Booking is essential.

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David

Dined 4 days ago

Experience was fabby - only hiccup was the lunchtime menu was quite limited for choice. This did not stop us from having a good and enjoyable visit.

Kyloe Gourmet Steak Restaurant

4.7

4.7 (3085)

£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
*Steak Me Out - sharing steak for 2 with sides for £65 - available Monday - Thursday
*Extensive line list

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Daniel

Dined 2 days ago

Fantastic food and service. Good wine. Brilliant experience

Commons Club Bar & Restaurant

4.7

4.7 (88)

£41 and over

Scottish

Old Town

About the restaurant

WHERE WORK & PLAY INTERMINGLE
Where cocktails embolden a palate-pleasing culinary menu. Where guests and locals meet and share stories. Unbound inspiration from every corner of Scotland, placed on every plate.

Commons Club Bar welcomes guests to join as walk-ins, no reservations.

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Johnvip

Dined 6 days ago

Beautiful dining space! Wonderful wait staff. Only issue is the cost per Raw oyster at 5 pounds for just one! Highest price I have seen between the US and Scotland!!!

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Element

4.5

4.5 (499)

£25 and under

Scottish

New Town

About the restaurant

Your local in the heart of the city. Tucked away just off Princes Street in amongst the boutiques of Rose Street you’ll find a modern Scottish bar with food and drinks that have been intimately created and served with pride.

Our food is of traditional Scottish heart with plenty of modern twists.

Come down and try our brand new brunch menu, available Saturday and Sunday 10am-12pm

Every month we give a craft Scottish distillery their time to shine with our In Gin Cocktail Menu.

🧒 Under 18s welcome until 10pm
🐶 Dog-friendly in the bar area
🍳 Brunch served Saturday and Sunday 10am-12pm
🏃 Walk-ins welcome
🍹 Bookings for food & drink and just drinks welcome
📅 Contact us directly for bookings of 8 or more

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Dennis

Dined 7 days ago

We had Sunday roast which was perfect for what we were looking for . Would definitely go back again next time we are in Edinburgh.

Abbotsford Restaurant

4.5

4.5 (113)

£25 and under

British

Old Town

About the restaurant

The Abbotsford serves wholesome pub food in one of the busiest parts of Edinburgh’s New Town. Classic pub fare is the mainstay of the menu, with dishes including beer battered haddock and chips, steak and ale pie, and haggis, neeps and tatties, and diners have the choice of dining al fresco, in the main bar, or in the restaurant. Situated at 3-5 Rose Street this is a pub beloved by diners and popular with locals and tourists alike. Edinburgh Waverley station is a five minute walk on foot, and historic Edinburgh Castle and the famous Royal Mile are a ten minute walk.

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Alison

Dined 5 days ago

We had a hard time finding a table for 6 one evening and found one here. The downstairs bar was gorgeous. We ate upstairs and the food was delicious. Our waiter kept us in stitches all evening. We had a great time and would go back.

First Coast

4.4

4.4 (417)

£26 to £40

Scottish

Edinburgh

About the restaurant

Just a short walk from Haymarket train station, First Coast is a local, independent neighbourhood restaurant. Over the past 11 years we’ve built a strong reputation for serving top quality modern Scottish food at reasonable prices.
Named after a small village in Wester Ross, where the owner has fond memories of eating brilliant Scottish produce during his childhood holidays, First Coast’s menu has something for everyone. Fresh fish is delivered daily, we offer a good range of tasty vegetarian options, J Gilmour butchers supply us with quality Aberdeen Angus steak, and we also make our own haggis

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Brian

Dined on Aug 27, 2024

Food was excellent. Service also could not be faulted. Ambience was very nice; I enjoyed the background music which was played at an appropriate level. A very enjoyable experience overall, and I look forward to visiting again soon.

Gaucho Edinburgh

4.4

4.4 (3084)

£26 to £40

Steak

Edinburgh

About the restaurant

Every Wednesday, join us for ‘Steak Night Date Night’ and dig into an epic sharing steak for two with sides, sauces and a bottle of red or white wine chosen by our team of sommeliers from £70 per pair.

A short walk from Waverley station, just off St. Andrew Square, Gaucho Edinburgh is proudly our first Scottish restaurant serving Argentina’s best free-to-roam, grass-fed Aberdeen Angus beef, big Latin flavours alongside a premium wine list.

As you walk through the door of this contemporary, glass building you’ll be welcomed by sophisticated interiors, with textures and tones inspired by Argentina’s forests. Enjoy a drink in our cocktail bar or descend into our dining room for a relaxed working lunch or to entertain in our stunning private wine room. At the weekends, get a dose of social vitamins with our DJ hosted brunches and legendary Sundays roasts.

Please note: we currently do not accept OpenTable dining cheques.

Top review

Stevenvip

Dined 2 days ago

Great food as always! Top service, always happy to sort out any requests

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Canopy Kitchen & Courtyard

4.3

4.3 (25)

£26 to £40

Scottish

Edinburgh

About the restaurant

At Canopy, we believe in more than just a meal. Inspired by the tranquil and nurturing essence of a forest canopy, our Kitchen and Courtyard is a space where community and creativity blossom together.

We look forward to welcoming you!

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Elaine

Dined 4 days ago

Thoroughly enjoyed food & staff were very welcoming & helpful. Prices very reasonable. Definitely go back.

Gordon Ramsay Street Burger - Edinburgh

3.9

3.9 (142)

£25 and under

Burgers

New Town

About the restaurant

Welcome to Street Burger - Edinburgh! Gordon Ramsay Street Burger is landing in St James Quarter, which means The City of Edinburgh just got a whole lot tastier! So come and say hello over signature burgers - including a special Scottish-inspired addition you wont find anywhere else, alongside seasoned, and seriously tasty, loaded Koffmann's fries, new flaming hot wings, amazing shakes, cocktails and so much more! It's that easy!

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OpenTable Diner

Dined on Aug 15, 2024

Great burgers, always a delicious meal. They also do gluten free burgers which are safe for coeliacs and are delicious.

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