Restaurants in Edinburgh

[danhibees1875]

Inspired by the Nando's thread, I was wondering where everyone enjoys a nice meal out in Edinburgh. I'll kick us off with a couple:

Shebeen: South African restaurant on Morrison street Does an absolutely fantastic steak. Absolutely huge. Would thoroughly recommend for anyone who enjoys a good steak, and a good sized portion.

Chaophraya: Thai restaurant just off George Street. I've only actually been there once but I (and everyone else really enjoyed our meal). Tempura prawns, Sirloin steak and then deep fried ice cream. One of those restaurants where it took ages to decide what to have because there was simply so much on offer that all looked really good.

:drool:

[easty]

Ting Thai Caravan up at Teviot is brilliant.

[SneakersO'Toole]

La Garigue on Jeffery st is excellent for some wholesome French cuisine.

Westwood on Royal Mile is nice for a romantic meal. Outstanding quality, never been given michelan star but the standard isn't far off in my opinion.

One of my favourite restaurants used to be Tijuana Yacht Club until the owner died suddenly and they sold and it become 'The Dogs'. Edinburgh has a dearth of good Mexican eateries and the hole left by TYC has never been filled.

[Wembley67]

What defines a Michelin star restaurant for you?

[West Upper]

What defines a Michelin star restaurant for you?

The Pompadour at the Caley hotel although it hasn't got one YET. Craig Sandle and his team are on top of their game, the Brasserie on Rutland Street attached to the hotel which he also oversees is superb also and very reasonably priced.

[Scouse Hibee]

Italian....................Any of the Vittoria restaurants

Chinese..........................Still haven't found a great one, plenty of decent ones about

Indian.............................Mother India, St Johns Curry Club

Fine Dining.......................Pompadour at the Caley, Number One at the Balmoral

Seafood...........................Mussel Inn

French.............................Galvins Brasserie

[easty]

Italian....................Any of the Vittoria restaurants

Chinese..........................Still haven't found a great one, plenty of decent ones about

Indian.............................Mother India, St Johns Curry Club

Fine Dining.......................Pompadour at the Caley, Number One at the Balmoral

Seafood...........................Mussel Inn

French.............................Galvins Brasserie

Mother India is excellent. :agree:

Tried St Johns Curry Club for takeaway a couple of times though and been disappointed both times. Would much rather have a Delta.

[Jack]

Al Dente the Italian restaurant without pizzas on Easter Road.

The owner goes a long way to acquire real Italian ingredients to go into his authentic Italian dishes. Bit of an enthusiastic blether too! Loves talking about the food, the menus, the wine, the regions they all come from.

[Scouse Hibee]

Mother India is excellent. :agree:

Tried St Johns Curry Club for takeaway a couple of times though and been disappointed both times. Would much rather have a Delta.

Is that the one at Roseburn? Funny enough overheard a conversation on the bus last week where one older guy was convincing his mate it was one of the best in Edinburgh, he said it's different to a normal indian?

[Wembley67]

The Pompadour at the Caley hotel although it hasn't got one YET. Craig Sandle and his team are on top of their game, the Brasserie on Rutland Street attached to the hotel which he also oversees is superb also and very reasonably priced.

On the contrary I found the Brasserie to be very poor. Food as not bad but everything else just didn't sit properly.

[Scouse Hibee]

On the contrary I found the Brasserie to be very poor. Food as not bad but everything else just didn't sit properly.

I have been several times and on each occasion found the food, service and atmosphere to be perfect especially for the price. Jazz on a Sunday afternoon is enjoyable too if that's your thing.

[Pretty Boy]

On the contrary I found the Brasserie to be very poor. Food as not bad but everything else just didn't sit properly.

Would agree with that. Tried the brasserie not lomg after it opened and thought the food was ok but the service was a bit stiff and there was zero atmosphere.

When it comes to restaurants I always think it really depends what you are looking for. For simple(ish) food done well I like The Dogs on Hanover Street and Tom Kitchins new pub in Stockbridge The Scran and Scallie. I also like The Honours on Castle Street and Hadrians at Thr Balmoral.

For something a bit different I like 21212 and The Gardners Cottage. If I'm going to spend a bit then the tasting menus at both Martin Wishart and Mark Greenaway are excellent.

[adhibs]

lian pu - the only chineese i'll go to
diner 7- not had a burger anywhere in edinburgh which matches the handmade ones here
piato verde - realy good small italian restaurant which seems to have eratic opening times
nobles - best breakfasts in leith
safari lounge - favourite pub for getting something to eat in

[Mr White]

The timber yard on lady lawson street was pretty good when I was there a year or so ago. Used to like the apartment in bruntsfield and it's sister place outsider on George iv bridge but haven't been to either in years now.

[easty]

Is that the one at Roseburn? Funny enough overheard a conversation on the bus last week where one older guy was convincing his mate it was one of the best in Edinburgh, he said it's different to a normal indian?

Aye that's the one. I wouldn't say it's different to a normal Indian, but it's the best Indian takeaway you can get anywhere near me.

[adhibs]

First coast and Field are also excellent

[easty]

First coast and Field are also excellent

Field is good. :agree:

[Hibs7]

Rafaels in Stockbridge,

Mimi's in leith for breakfast

The ship on the shore in leith for seafood

Dusit for Thai food

Rollo in Stockbridge for Australian tapas !! Very casual atmosphere but good. .

The best Indian in Edinburgh ..... Mithas in Leith

[calumhibee1]

Inspired by the Nando's thread, I was wondering where everyone enjoys a nice meal out in Edinburgh. I'll kick us off with a couple:

Shebeen: South African restaurant on Morrison street Does an absolutely fantastic steak. Absolutely huge. Would thoroughly recommend for anyone who enjoys a good steak, and a good sized portion.

Chaophraya: Thai restaurant just off George Street. I've only actually been there once but I (and everyone else really enjoyed our meal). Tempura prawns, Sirloin steak and then deep fried ice cream. One of those restaurants where it took ages to decide what to have because there was simply so much on offer that all looked really good.

:drool:

I've always wanted to try Shebeen. :agree:

I was at Aizle the other day. That was really good. :top marks

[alhibby]

Been to all these in the Southside many times now, had no problems anytime ive visited, in order of preference

Café Cassis (French mostly)

Blonde (Mix)

Los Argentinos (Great Steaks)

Celadon (Thai)

Positano or Sambuca (Italian)

[Barman Stanton]

Ting Thai Caravan up at Teviot is brilliant.

Agreed, a fantastic little place. Had a few things on the menu and always been good.

[Hibee87]

La petite folie, best duck I have ever had. The scallops were very good also

I love vittorias, must have had 90% of the menue and never felt dissapointed

Kushis indian, not the imposter opposite the playhouse but the one down broughton street. Love it.

And as I dont eat Chinese much I cant say its the best, but the one I always go to is skyway on easter road. Lemon chicken with curry sauce ir shreded honey chilli chicken/beef abd salt n chili chickeb are all decent

[Hibbyradge]

Italian....................Any of the Vittoria restaurants

Chinese..........................Still haven't found a great one, plenty of decent ones about


Have you tried Cool Jade?

[Wembley67]

New restaurant opened called 'Fish', sister restaurant of 'Steak' in Picardy Place (both in same premises)

Lovely stuff, more of a steak man myself but can't fault Fish at all.

[SneakersO'Toole]

Have you tried Cool Jade?

Very surprised when i got one of these a while back. Genuinely very good. And im not massive for Chinese food.

[Scouse Hibee]

Have you tried Cool Jade?

If that's the one opposite the zoo then no, do you recommend it?

[Hibbyradge]

If that's the one opposite the zoo then no, do you recommend it?

I do.

If you need company to try it sometime, give me a shout.

I'd go there anytime.

[easty]

Have you tried Cool Jade?

I've heard good things about it but haven't been, even though it's walking distance for me. Might try it soon.

[TRC]

Chez Jules for a good cheap lunch . Anyone tried lobster v steak pop up?

[DarrenSQH]

Rascals for Burgers is amazing.

[Hibee-Bongo]

The Atelier on Morrison St is great value, sample lunch menu 3 courses for under £16 is unbelievable for the quality.

[Lucius Apuleius]

The Kitchin for Michelin Star stuff ( for personal reasons :wink:), also like 2-1-2-1-2.
Scotch Malt Whisky Society
Going to Scran and Scallie on the 18th before the tattoo. What's the easiest way to get to it anyway? Assuming taxi from Waverley?

[Lucius Apuleius]

Scran and Scallie on Monday. Very nice. Pub grub, but good pub grub. A pint of Schiehallion for the first time that was rather tasty as well.

Oh and the tattoo was excellent as well. These poor Zulu burdz must have froze their t**s off!!!!

[TRC]

Anyone tried the sushi secret garden as well? keep hearing about these places but can't go.

[Pretty Boy]

Scran and Scallie on Monday. Very nice. Pub grub, but good pub grub. A pint of Schiehallion for the first time that was rather tasty as well.

Oh and the tattoo was excellent as well. These poor Zulu burdz must have froze their t**s off!!!!

Scran and Scallie is excellent.

Been 3 times since it opened and never been disappointed.

[Speedy]

Rascals for Burgers is amazing.

I thought it was very overrated to be honest.

Prefer the Cambridge Bar for a burger (although that was slightly over done the last time I was there too).

[speedy_gonzales]

Rascals for Burgers is amazing.
I agree with deano88, the burgers were good but not great. Their wings with the magma sauce are worth a shot if you're brave.
The Holyrood 9A does decent gourmet burgers, not had a bad one yet and the beers are fairly decent too.

[Scouse Hibee]

Has anyone tried STACK Dim Sum Bar on Dalmeny Street, if so any good?

[adhibs]

Has anyone tried STACK Dim Sum Bar on Dalmeny Street, if so any good?

sat in once and used it get take away noodles a few times. the noodles are good and had a tidy pork and rice dish when I sat in. I fouind the dim sum dishes a bit hit and miss, that might be down to it having been a first time experience for me though.

[Hiber-nation]

If anyone's thinking of booking Howies in Victoria Street I'd advise them to steer clear. Was there on Saturday and to be honest I could have conjured up more flavour with a packet of savoury rice and a couple of turkeyburgers. We can't remember having a meal in a restaurant that was so lacking in flavour and none of the 4 of us even had the same dish.

[Scouse Hibee]

sat in once and used it get take away noodles a few times. the noodles are good and had a tidy pork and rice dish when I sat in. I fouind the dim sum dishes a bit hit and miss, that might be down to it having been a first time experience for me though.


:aok: Cheers, I parked right in front of it today and it struck me that I had passed it loads of times without actually noticing it. Might give it a bash soon.

[Speedy]

Thai Orchid, near the castle, was very nice when I was there last month.

You'll need to book but it's more than worth it.

[Lucius Apuleius]

Scran and Scallie is excellent.

Been 3 times since it opened and never been disappointed.

Wife says their burgers, unlike some of the others on here :greengrin was excellent. I had the braised lamb shoulder which again was pure braw. We had a couple of extra dishes thrown in for free and the pickled beef was awfy braw!

Still prefer The Kitchin though :-)