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Merchants Restaurant Merchants Restaurant

Come and enjoy Scottish/International fayre served in elegant yet relaxed and friendly atmosphere in the heart of the old town.

17 Merchant Street (off Candlemaker Row).
0131 225 4009


Mussel & Steak Bar Mussel & Steak Bar

As a family run restaurant, we offer excellence in Scottish mussels, oysters, scallops, simple 'catch of the day' dishes and Scottish Farm Assured Steak.

Open 7 days a week.

110 West Bow Grassmarket.
0131 225 5028

www.musselandsteakbar.com


North Bridge Brasserie North Bridge Brasserie

The former front office of The Scotsman is now home to a cutting edge brasserie and sharp modern cocktail bar with a lively atmosphere.

20 North Bridge. 0131 556 5565


Nine Cellars

Two bars with an extensive cocktail list. Authentic Indian cuisine.
Open 7 days.

1-3 York Place. 0131 557 9899


The Patio Restaurant

Family run Italian restaurant specialising in Italian, European and seafood.

87 Hanover Street. 0131 226 3653


Old Chain Pier Old Chain Pier

You must visit this historically named traditional pub. Shoreline location, real ales, relaxing bar, conservatory and delicious food.

32 Trinity Crescent Newhaven. 0131 552 1233


Pancho VIllas Pancho VIllas

Part of a family of Mexican restaurants, named after the famous moustached bandit. Mayra Nunez brings some of Pancho's revolutionary spirit to Scotland with her home cooked dishes, modelled on the food she grew up with in Mexico. Open 7 days.

240 Canongate Royal Mile. 0131 557 4416


Paperazzi Paperazzi

A gallery of Italian film stars look down at you in this traditional ristorante situated in the city's Viewforth neighbourhood. Open 7 days.

169 Gilmore Place. 0131 228 3115


Pataka Pataka

Welcome to Edinburgh's highly recommended classical Indian and Bengali restaurant. Featured in Rick Steves Great Britain 2005 and one of the top ten Indian restaurants in Scotland. The only Indian restaurant to be based on the famous Charles Rennie Mackintosh design. Open 7 days. Lunch and dinner.

190 Causwayside. 0131 668 1167


Pivo Cafe

A great place to meet friends and hear the best from Edinburgh's music scene. Open until 3am.

2-6 Carlton Place. 0131 557 2925


Port o' Leith Bar

An institution run with panache by Mary Moriarty.

58 Constitution Street, Leith.
0131 554 3568


Positano Positano

Well situated ristorante and pizzeria on the south side of the city. You will be made most welcome by the proprietor Pasquale. Open 7 days.

85/87 Newington Road. 0131 662 9977


Rocco Rocco

It would be difficult to find a restaurant more conveniently situated for Royal Mile sightseeing, next to St Giles and right in the middle of all the action. Inside, the calming decor and attentive staff will allow you to concentrate on the specialities. Open 7 days from early to late.

192 High Street. 0131 226 1214


Ruan Mai Ruan Mai

You might think you're sitting in a Thai beach hut until you see the menu at this well placed city centre restaurant. Open 7 days.

176 Rose Street. 0131 220 0059


Ruan Siam Ruan Siam

The New Town branch of a well respected and locally run Thai restaurant family. Delightful dining open 7 days a week.

48 Howe Street. 0131 226 3675


Ruan Thai Ruan Thai

The taste of Thailand in a traditional setting right in the heart of the Old Town. Chilled drinks and food that leaves a lovely warm feeling on your taste buds. Open 7 days until late.

29 Cockburn Street. 0131 225 7007


Ryan's Bar Ryan's Bar

Situated in the heart of the west end with extensive outdoor seating area and conservatory cafe. Main Bar - DJ on Saturday nights, high definition plasma screens. Cellar Bar Bistro - intimate dining. Food served from 7:30am till 10:00pm 7 days.

2-4 Hope Street. 0131 226 6699


Sabor Criollo

Easy going attitude & Latin American influences.

36 Deanhaugh Street.
0131 332 3322


The Starbank Inn

Overlooking River Forth. Traditional cask conditioned ales.

64 Laverockbank Road, Newhaven. 0131 552 4141


Siam Thani Siam Thani

Experience a selection of Thai banquets, aromatic soups, mouth watering Thai red and green curries or steamed sea bass swimming in Thai herbs. Fully licensed with wines and oriental beers. Open 7 days

14 Broughton Street. 0131 447 2724


Spirit of Thai Spirit of Thai

Guaranteed to please. Whats more the location couldn't be better with the Usher Hall, Traverse & Royal Lyceum Theatres on the door step. Open 7 days

44 Grindlay Street. 0131 228 9333


Stac Polly Stac Polly

The Scottish Restaurants. Exciting interpretations of modern and tradtional cuisine. Private dining facilities available. Open 7 days. Now in it's 17th year.

29-33 Dublin Street. 0131 556 2231
8-10 Grindlay Street. 0131 229 5405


Tijuana Yacht Club Tijuana Yacht Club

Just down from George Street, up the wooden staircase and you've found what the locals have known for years - the best Mexican food in the city. All the favourites you would expect plus signature dishes. Open for lunch & dinner.

110 Hanover Street. 0131 220 1208


Tiles Tiles

Only seconds from Princes Street, Tiles unique decor and friendly atmosphere makes for an excellent Bar\ Bistro experience. Quality food and drink served 7 days.

1 St Andrew Square. 0131 558 1507


Time 4 Thai Time 4 Thai

Dark wood floors, atmospheric low lighting, glass walls and impressive artwork all contribute to the modern urban edge. Seven days a week the menu delivers the same slant to the presentation from familiar dishes to lighter meals and snacks.

45 North Castle St. 0131 225 8822


vermilion Vermilion

Unbuttoned fine dining at its very best set within The Scotsman Hotel. Traditional cuisine with a contemporary edge.

20 North Bridge. 0131 556 5565


Viva Mexico Restaurant Viva Mexico Restaurant

Widely regarded as "among the best Mexican Restaurants in Scotland", all dishes are prepared using fresh local produce. Fresh lime juice margaritas, Mexican beers and New World wine.

41 Cockburn Street. 0131 226 5145


Tiles Voujon

An atmosphere which combines elegance and sophisticated ambiance with all the flavour, colour and aroma of Bangladesh and Northern India.

107 Newington Road. 0131 657 5046


Waterline

Home cooked meals, real ales and and an extensive wine list. Situated in the heart of Leith.

58 The Shore. 0131 554 2425.


The World’s End

In the heart of the Royal Mile, a bustling, traditional Scottish pub with great food and drink, friendly service and a warm welcome.

4 High Street. 0131 556 3628


The Wee Windaes The Wee Windaes

Unique dining experience. Overlooking the world famous historic Royal Mile. A family run restaurant offering superbly cooked Scottish produce. Large selection of malt whiskies and fine wines. Open 7 days 12-3, 5.30-10.30

144 High Street. 0131 225 5144


Wildfire Wildfire Restaurant & Grill

"Serves up hearty Scottish fare with a delightful twist, it's menu is an exhuberant mixture of tradition and daring...It must be said the steak was very special indeed ....the best cheescake I've had since the 1970's" Edinburgh Evening News. April 2005.

192 Rose Street. 0131 225 3636


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