The Basement

4.7

1300 Reviews

£26 to £40

Mexican

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2 people

Dec 23, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 24 times today

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Great for creative cocktails
Good for groups

Do you love tacos, fajitas guacamole and all things Mexican? Come join us underground! We’ve got a masivo collection of tequila and mezcal waiting for you to try. And when it comes to cocktails, there’s plenty on offer but you can’t go wrong with a margarita!

🧒 Under 18s welcome until 10pm with food, last sitting for under 18s is 8pm
🐶 Dog-friendly in our bar & outdoor areas
🏃 Walk-ins welcome
🍹 Bookings for food & drink and just drinks welcome
📅 Contact us directly for bookings of 8 or more

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
£26 to £40
Cuisines
Mexican, Mexican / Southwestern, American
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–12:00 am Fri–Sun 12:00 pm–1:00 am
Phone number
0131 557 0097
Website
http://www.basement-bar-edinburgh.co.uk/
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Private party facilities
We have a separate area in the back which can hold up to 15 people.

Location
12a, 10a Broughton St, Edinburgh, Edinburgh EH1 3RH
Neighborhood
New Town
Cross street
York Place
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
York Place Tram Stop, Edinburgh Bus Route 08. We are around a 10-minute walk from Waverley Train Station and are just around the corner from the Bus Station.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wine

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What 1,300 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.7Service
4.7Ambience
4.6Value

Noise • Energetic

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Edinburgh/Midlothian
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Edinburgh
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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

The Basement is a bustling Mexican restaurant in Edinburgh, known for its "amazing food" and "friendly, attentive service." Guests praise the vibrant atmosphere and delicious cocktails. Ideal for a pre-theater meal, it offers authentic dishes and a welcoming vibe. Reservations are highly recommended for this "hidden gem."

1,300 Reviews

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Amy
Tampa
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Evie and Harry were wonderful. Drinks spot on. Food was delicious.
The BasementResponded 1 day ago
Amy, thank you for your kind review; we are happy to pass along your comments to the team here at The Basement! Thank you, and have a fantastic day! The Basement Team!
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Rod
Vancouver
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food and drink. Service was excellent from Harry as were his recommendations for food.
The BasementResponded 2 days ago
Rod, it's experiences like yours that really keep us motivated! Thank you, and have a fantastic day! The Basement Team!
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Jamie
Newcastle
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Brilliant service and selection of drinks. Food was tasty highly recommend the tacos!
The BasementResponded 4 days ago
Jamie, we are so pleased you enjoyed your visit to The Basement! We hope to see you soon! The Basement Team!
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Katherine
VIP
London
14 reviews
5.0
14 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent service and food was delicious. Would highly recommend the chicken quesadilla
The BasementResponded 4 days ago
Hi Katherine, we are very happy to have provided you with such a positive experience! We can't wait to see you again, have a great day. The Basement Team!
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Alecia
Manchester
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 15, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
So much choice for gluten free and rbe tastiest Mexican we've ever had. And the best Guacamole ever! Made in front of you fresh as can be. Thanks
The BasementResponded 2 days ago
We appreciate your positive review about your recent experience with us! We're glad to hear we delivered such a great experience. If there's anything further we can do for you, we are happy to help! The Basement Team!
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Emma
Warwickshire
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 14, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food was amazing and the service was great too! Would definitely come back again.
The BasementResponded 6 days ago
Emma, thank you so much for the positive review! Thank you, and have a fantastic day! The Basement Team!
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Scott
Glasgow
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on December 14, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great staff, great service, great cocktails and fantastic food! Nothing more you could want
The BasementResponded 6 days ago
Scott, we are so pleased you enjoyed your visit to The Basement! Thank you again for the great review! The Basement Team!
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Rosemary
Glasgow
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on December 14, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Lovely cocktails,food delicious, some areas of restaurant a bit dark , service excellent ,very friendly ,efficient staff
The BasementResponded 6 days ago
Thank you for taking the time to let us know how we did. We hope you have a great day Thank you again for leaving us this response! The Basement Team!
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Jillian
Edinburgh
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on December 13, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent service, food was amazing and the restaurant had a great atmosphere.
The BasementResponded on December 13, 2024
Thank you for the lovely review Jillian! We hope to see you again soon! Thanks The Basement Team!
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Charlotte
Nottingham
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on December 11, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We LOVED this place. The food was ace and the vibe was so great! Would definitely return.
The BasementResponded on December 13, 2024
Thank you for the lovely review Charlotte! We are really pleased you loved your experience with us! We look forward to your next visit! Thanks The Basement Team!
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FAQs

The Basement is rated 4.7 stars by 1300 OpenTable diners.

The Basement does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 23, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 24 times today

12a, 10a Broughton St, Edinburgh, Edinburgh EH1 3RH

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
York Place
Neighborhood
New Town
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–12:00 am Fri–Sun 12:00 pm–1:00 am
Price
£26 to £40
Cuisines
Mexican, Mexican / Southwestern, American
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
York Place Tram Stop, Edinburgh Bus Route 08. We are around a 10-minute walk from Waverley Train Station and are just around the corner from the Bus Station.
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wine

Website
http://www.basement-bar-edinburgh.co.uk/
Phone number
0131 557 0097
Private party facilities
We have a separate area in the back which can hold up to 15 people.

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The Basement

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