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1. 3 Blind Mice
4.8
Exceptional(338)
Price: Expensive
• Pizzeria • Old Town
Booked 19 times today
3 Blind Mice is a charming pizzeria that offers a romantic setting, as seen from the reviews. The restaurant is beautifully decorated, creating a lovely atmosphere for dates. The friendly staff and exceptional service add to the overall romantic vibe. As one reviewer put it, it's 'great for dinner with friends or romantic setting for a date night'. The delicious food and top-notch wine also contribute to its appeal.
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2. Merchants
4.7
Exceptional(122)
Price: Expensive
• Scottish • Old Town
Booked 4 times today
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. Most importantly, we are dog friendly.
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3. Shish
4.5
Awesome(256)
Price: Expensive
• Turkish • Edinburgh
Booked 10 times today
Drawing on Turkish heritage and tradition, Shish’s ethos is borne out of a desire to create a hub as the heart of the home, centred around the fire hearth where cooking and families come together and share in the occasion. The spacious restaurant lends itself to large gatherings, smaller group parties and more intimate dining occasions, with the option of private hire. Its slick interior, ambient lighting and booth seating lining the parameter of the restaurant provide the perfect setting for any occasion. At the helm in the kitchen, the passionate team of chefs have created an inspired menu underpinned by true authenticity and rich taste. Highlights include Karisik Izgara – traditional mixed grill platter and loads more...Shish is a one of the first Dry Bars (No alcohol) in Edinburgh, stocking all the fine wines available, Champagne, Spirits, Popular Cocktails and Beers but all containing zero alcohol substitutes such as Zero percent Rum, Whiskey and Gin.
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4. House of Gods Cocktail Lounge Edinburgh
4.4
Awesome(302)
Price: Moderate
• Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service • Edinburgh
Booked 10 times today
Looking forward to reopening on the 17th of May.House of Gods is an acute clash of styles, broken rules and a balance of opposites. We believe beige is blasphemy and more is more. From our rooms to our cocktail bar, the hotel is built to immerse you in a world of unapologetic extravagance.
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5. SEN Vietnamese Dining
4.8
Exceptional(1051)
Price: Expensive
• Vietnamese • Newington
Booked 14 times today
Welcome to SEN. We look forward to your visit and serving you soon!
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6. Bistro du Vin Edinburgh
4.1
Excellent(248)
Price: Expensive
• French • Old Town
At our Bistro du Vin in Edinburgh we focus on fresh, tasty, well-made dishes to offer you an appetising and intriguing menu that we're passionate about and we hope you enjoy. We take time at our Edinburgh restaurant to find the right ingredients and produce, as we want you to enjoy dishes full of depth and flavour at a reasonable price.Everything at our Edinburgh bistro is served by attentive and exceptionally knowledgeable waiting staff who are happy to explain the dishes and make recommendations - as is your Sommelier who is also ready to advise, guide, match or recommend the perfect wine from our extensive wine list.The ambience is peaceful and classic with natural daylight or cosy with low-lighting, making it the perfect setting from an early morning breakfast, relaxed lunch, or lively dinner with friends and family.
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7. Hawksmoor Edinburgh
4.5
Awesome(5694)
Price: Expensive
• Steakhouse • Edinburgh
Booked 76 times today
In Edinburgh, Hawksmoor draws on the amazing produce that Scotland has to offer, featuring seafood from around the coast and beef from grass-fed native breed cattle. Private dining areas available.
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8. Gaucho Edinburgh
4.6
Exceptional(3161)
Price: Expensive
• Steak • Edinburgh
Booked 36 times today
This Mother’s Day, treat your Mum to an unforgettable dining experience at Gaucho. Tuck into a traditional Sunday Roast with an Argentine twist, or dine from our delicious à la carte menu, accompanied by an extensive selection of wines from Argentina and beyond. Just a short stroll from Waverley Station and steps from St. Andrew Square, Gaucho Edinburgh is our first restaurant in Scotland, bringing the finest free-range, grass-fed Aberdeen Angus beef from Argentina to the heart of the city. We proudly celebrate Scottish produce, working with Campbell’s Meats, the world-renowned IJ Mellis cheesemonger and Mark Murphy fruit and vegetables. Of course, we have a cocktail using Irn Bru and are pleased to serve Stewart’s Craft Lager, brewed out of Loanhead.
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9. The Ivy on the Square
4.4
Awesome(13582)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary British • Old Town
Booked 125 times today
Located in the heart of Edinburgh, The Ivy on the Square is an all-day British brasserie serving modern British and international Ivy-inspired classics.
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10. The Spanish Butcher - Edinburgh
4.7
Exceptional(394)
Price: Expensive
• Steakhouse • New Town
Booked 43 times today
The Spanish Butcher has two amazing locations to choose from in Glasgow & Edinburgh Scotland. Both restaurants serve the finest grades of Galician beef, the most premium Jamón ibérico and the freshest of seafood; combining Spanish and Mediterranean inspired flavours.Set within chic, modern New York loft style interiors, The Spanish Butcher delivers quintessential style along with the most vibrant cuisine.
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  • Sheena
    Edinburgh/Midlothian •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    Excellent, authentic Vietnamese food. Very good presentation and delicious. Service and ambience also very good. Would thoroughly recommend a meal here.
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    SEN Vietnamese DiningPrice: Expensive• Vietnamese• Newington
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    4.8
  • Karen
    East Lothian •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    Absolutely delicious pizza and excellent cocktails - best pizza I’ve had in Edinburgh and will certainly be back!
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    3 Blind MicePrice: Expensive• Pizzeria• Old Town
    •
    4.8
  • Robert
    Greater Boston •3 reviews
    4.0
    Dined 7 days ago
    Wide range of choices, well-executed, nice and quiet venue
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    MerchantsPrice: Expensive• Scottish• Old Town
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    4.7
  • Madhu
    Bristol •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Mar 4, 2025
    Wonderful hospitality with tasty food and cheerful and kind service. Thankyou.
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    ShishPrice: Expensive• Turkish• Edinburgh
    •
    4.5
  • Dean
    Edinburgh/Midlothian •1 review
    5.0
    Dined on Feb 26, 2025
    The hotel is absolutely fantastic, the rooms, sexy , exciting , beautiful and luxurious ( we were in the mid sized room) The treat me like I'm famous package is well worth the money, the cocktail bar, although small, was cosy , sexy and the cocktails absolutely exquisite. The staff were polite and very helpful. The hotel was clean and although, (especially after a couple of drinks) the corridors seemed to never end and appeared to constantly change, it added to the sheer enjoyment of the place and experience The location of the hotel is excellent , maybe 8 minutes from Waverley train station and just off the centre of the royal mile with a 8 minute slow walk to the castle and literally 3 minutes from all the bars and restaurants. We are booking to go back, yet this time I will be booking the suite as I am intrigued to see and bathe in the roll top bath
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    House of Gods Cocktail Lounge EdinburghPrice: Moderate• Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service• Edinburgh
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    4.4

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