Best Casual Restaurants in Edinburgh

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1. Cold Town House

4.4

Price: Moderate

• Brewery • Edinburgh

Booked 15 times today

Craft beer brewed on-site, delicious Neapolitan pizzas and one of the best views of Edinburgh Castle from our Rooftop Terrace. Cold Town House is where it’s happening. Best Beer Bar Winner at the Scottish Beer Awards 2021 & National Pizza Awards Finalist 2021! THREE DIFFERENT AREAS* The Brewhouse - Our main restaurant and drinks area is a cool wooden interior with references to beer throughout. It's all about atmosphere! Dog-friendly.* Pizza & Prosecco Floor - A gorgeous interior on our first floor. Our microbrewery and pizza oven are on this floor, so you can watch our team in action as they cook and brew for you.* Rooftop Terrace - Cocktails, beers and an exclusive food menu served under a glorious view of Edinburgh Castle. Our iconic rooftop is perfect for any outdoor occasionLast bookings for food are at 8.45pm, later bookings will only be for drinks. Please note that our Terrace closes at 10pm daily.Walk-ins welcome!

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2. The Mussel and Steak Bar

4.7

Exceptional(537)

Price: Expensive

• Scottish • Old Town

Booked 16 times today

The Mussel & Steak Bar is dedicated to serving high quality, fresh and locally sourced seafood & steaks, with warm service and welcoming surroundings. Our restaurant is located at the bottom of Victoria Street in the heart of Edinburgh's Old Town, just a few steps from the historic Royal Mile. While enjoying the best mussels, oysters and steaks that Scotland has to offer, you can catch a glimpse of Edinburgh Castle from our window.Our menu features classic seafood and steak favourites with seasonal Scottish specialties: fresh oysters, kilo pots of steamed mussels, shellfish platters and delicious matured Scotch beef steaks. Sourced from the West to North coast of Scotland you can expect to find seafood specials of lobsters, crabs, langoustines and scallops.

3. Merchants

4.7

Exceptional(107)

Price: Expensive

• Scottish • Old Town

Booked 2 times today

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.

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4. Metro at Apex Grassmarket

4.2

Awesome(276)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary British • Old Town

Booked 1 time today

Nestled within Edinburgh's iconic Grassmarket, Metro offers spectacular food and the views to match with an unrivalled vantage point of the historic Edinburgh Castle. ** 'TIS THE SEASON TO JINGLE & MINGLE ** Make this December one to remember with friends, family and loved ones around you at our range of showstopping seasonal events! From Party Nights, Festive Dining, Christmas Day celebrations and even hire exclusive spaces for more intimate celebrations too.There’s something for every family, friend group, workplace and beyond. Get in touch today by calling 0800 049 8302 or experiences@apexhotels.co.ukFor Private Dining and parties of 9 or more guests please call 0800 049 8302 or contact experiences@apexhotels.co.uk

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5. Burgers & Beers Grillhouse

4.4

Awesome(175)

Price: Moderate

• Grill • The Royal Mile

Burgers & Beers is a stylish new Bar & Grill situated on Edinburgh’s most historic street The Royal Mile.Boasting interesting rustic décor, comfortable seating, friendly attentive staff, an impressive food menu expertly created by our culinary team consisting of the finest locally sourced produce including a large range of gourmet burgers, slow cooked meats, exciting side dishes and traditional desserts. We also have a separate bar area carry a large imported and craft beer selection as well as offering cocktails, premium spirits, wines, champagne, soft drinks and ice cream milkshakes.Burgers & Beers is a must for anyone visiting the city and locals alike. We even have an outdoor seating area where you can wonder at the sites of the Royal Mile including the number one street performers spot right on our doorstep.

6. The Black Bull

4.5

Awesome(247)

Price: Moderate

• Scottish • Old Town

Booked 4 times today

No bull, no fuss and no muss - just a gid Scottish pub.We serve up scran (that’s food) and swally (that’s drink) that tastes guid (that’s great.) We won’t waste your time with a wall of text, but we’re proud to work with some awesome local suppliers who know their stuff. We've got a great central location on Edinburgh's Grassmarket. If you're looking to catch the game then look no further - we're a sports bar at heart thanks to our 8 high definition screens. Pub quiz is every Thursday; grab a bunch of your (preferably smartest) pals and show the world that you're our top quiz team of the week.🧒 Under 18s welcome until 8pm with food, last bookings with under 18s is 6pm🐶 Dog-friendly🏃 Walk-ins welcome🍹 Bookings for food & drink and just drinks welcome⚽ Coming for sport? Let us know in your booking notes and we’ll accommodate📅 Contact us directly for bookings of 8 or more

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7. Bread Street Kitchen & Bar — Edinburgh

4.0

Excellent(761)

Price: Moderate

• British • New Town

Booked 37 times today

Located on St Andrew Square, Bread Street Kitchen is a modern all-day restaurant between Princes Street and Queen Street - the perfect place for a get together with friends, family, colleagues, or even a treat for yourself. Don't miss our classic Gordon Ramsay dishes, from Beef Wellington and traditional fish & chips, to rare-breed steaks and delicious seasonal salads. We also have some exciting Scottish inspired dishes on the menu. Plus, try our amazing cocktails, drinks and wine lists. We can't wait to welcome you to our restaurant and bar - you can join us for lunch, dinner and late night drinks 7 days a week.

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8. Edinburgh - Bucks Bar Hanover Street

4.7

Exceptional(229)

Price: Moderate

• American • New Town

Booked 31 times today

Welcome to Bucks Bar Hanover St. We look forward to welcoming you! The best free range buttermilk fried chicken you've ever tasted! Buck's is a rock’n’roll bar specialising in authentic buttermilk fried chicken, seriously addictive Nashville hot chicken, cocktails, beers and Bourbon. Live music every Saturday night! 40% Off Selected Cocktails Monday - Wednesday weekly offers www.bucksbar.co.uk

9. Ragù Pasta

4.4

Awesome(26)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • New Town

Ragu Pasta is an authentic Italian restaurant located in Edinburgh specialising in fresh pasta, made daily in our kitchen. The atmosphere is warm and welcoming, with rustic decor and a cozy atmosphere. Our menu showcases 10 pasta dishes including our speciality, slow cooked ragus along side seasonal pasta specials, Italian classic side dishes and desserts. We believe in simplicity and showcasing our superior Italian ingredients and hand crafted pasta. We pride ourselves on providing a friendly and relaxed vibe making Ragu Pasta a great spot for casual meals from day to night. Conveniently located in the New Town of Edinburgh close to Princes Street, Rose Street and a short walk from Waverley train station.

10. Urban Angel

4.7

Exceptional(881)

Price: Moderate

• British • New Town

Booked 29 times today

Our café in central Edinburgh is open every day for brunch, lunch, coffee, cake & drinks, sit in or takeaway! We have indoor and outdoor seating available, and we are dog friendly. The finest, carefully sourced produce should be for every day, not just for special occasions.We always save space for walk ins! So if there are no online tables available, please pop by and we will get you seated as soon as possible.

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Carol
Philadelphia County •1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
We loved this restaurant! Our friends from Philadelphia USA - recommended this & our first stop in Scotland was Mussels& Steak! Our waiter was Duncan & he was worth it! The food was perfect!! Thanks!
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The Mussel and Steak BarPrice: Expensive• Scottish• Old Town
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4.7
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Grace
Munster •1 review
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
The halloumi fries were divine. We will be thinking about it for the next 10 years. So so yummy. The staff were so friendly and everything tasted so yummy we didn’t have time for dessert but we definitely would go back.
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Cold Town HousePrice: Moderate• Brewery• Edinburgh
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4.4
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Kate
Edinburgh/Midlothian •1 review
5.0
Dined on 2 Jan 2025
Really beautiful, staff were attentive but not overbearing or pretentious. Lovely restaurant, brilliant food.
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MerchantsPrice: Expensive• Scottish• Old Town
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4.7
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Nigel
London •1 review
5.0
Dined on 19 Dec 2024
Fantastic food and service and view ,got our stay in Edinburgh to a fantastic start 😁
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Metro at Apex GrassmarketPrice: Moderate• Contemporary British• Old Town
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4.2
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Markus
Edinburgh/Midlothian •1 review
5.0
Dined on 29 Sept 2024
Really enjoyed our dinner here, food was fantastic, ambience is very nice, and our waiter Lewis was totally cool and super helpful, big thumps up for this guy! Totally recommended!
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Burgers & Beers GrillhousePrice: Moderate• Grill• The Royal Mile
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4.4

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38 restaurants available nearby

1. Cold Town House

2. The Mussel and Steak Bar

3. Merchants

4. Metro at Apex Grassmarket

5. Burgers & Beers Grillhouse

6. The Black Bull

7. Bread Street Kitchen & Bar — Edinburgh

8. Edinburgh - Bucks Bar Hanover Street

9. Ragù Pasta

10. Urban Angel

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