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1. Gaucho Edinburgh
4.5
Awesome(3109)
Price: Expensive
• Steak • Edinburgh
Booked 60 times today
Join us this December at Gaucho, where we’ll be serving up festive dishes and drinks with an Argentinian twist, perfect for corporate celebrations, Christmas parties and family gatherings!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. Along with big, bold Latin flavours, we offer a premium wine list that complements every dish. Step inside this sleek, modern glass building and you’ll be greeted by stylish interiors, featuring textures and tones inspired by the rich landscapes of Argentina. 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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2. Hawksmoor Edinburgh
4.5
Awesome(5523)
Price: Expensive
• Steakhouse • Edinburgh
Booked 81 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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3. Le Bistrot
4.6
Exceptional(1794)
Price: Moderate
• French • Edinburgh
Booked 8 times today
The famous Le Bistrot is ready to welcome you! Located at the new House of France on the Royal Mile (former Lothian Chambers), we aim to provide you with a friendly and authentic French experience, filled with passion and love in what we are doing.Open every day from breakfast to dinner, we are there for everyone to feel like in France, in fantastic surroundings!
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4. Bread Street Kitchen & Bar — Edinburgh
3.9
Excellent(733)
Price: Moderate
• British • New Town
Booked 73 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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5. Edinburgh - Bucks Bar Hanover Street
4.7
Exceptional(215)
Price: Moderate
• American • New Town
Booked 32 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
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6. Veeno Edinburgh
4.5
Awesome(44)
Price: Moderate
• Sicilian • Edinburgh
Booked 3 times today
We are an authentic Italian wine café, proud to offer quality Sicilian wines and spuntini appetisers across the UK. In the spring of 2013 something extraordinary happened. Two Italian guys in their twenties met in Manchester to find out that they shared a unique passion; they both loved and missed, the Italian Aperitivo, the ritual of drinking, nibbling and relaxing after work. A daily occasion to share moments of happiness with friends and family. By the end of that very same year, Veeno was born: a place where everyone could enjoy great wines and the most authentic Spuntini – platters of meats, cheeses and other appetisers imported from strictly selected Italian producers. Our wines come from Caruso & Minini, our family vineyard back in Sicily where great-grandfather Antonio planted the first vines in the XIX century. Since then, we have been working hard to ensure that our quality and tradition could flow from the bottles to the glass in your hand.
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7. The Auld Hundred
4.7
Exceptional(577)
Price: Moderate
• Scottish • New Town
Booked 17 times today
The Auld Hundred serves up traditional yet tasty British pub grub, washed down by a great selection of beers, wines and spirits. At our central location on 100 Rose Street you can unwind in our classic pub interior, or enjoy a bite to eat in our expansive upstairs dining area inspired by Scotland itself. Auld Hundred's menu is bursting with high quality burgers, steaks, pies, our famous fish & chips and a few of the classic Scottish comfort dishes. On the drinks list, we have a crackin' selection of cask ales as well as premium wine, beers, ciders and malt whisky.👦 Under 18s welcome in our upstairs restaurant until 8pm🐶 Dog-friendly🚶 Walk-ins welcome, we do not take bookings for our downstairs bar🏉 Sports shown in downstairs bar only🍽 Bookings are only available for our upstairs restaurant – we do not show sport here📅 Contact us directly for bookings of 7 or more
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8. Abbotsford Restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(145)
Price: Moderate
• British • Old Town
Booked 9 times today
The Abbotsford serves wholesome pub food in one of the busiest parts of Edinburgh’s New Town. Classic pub fare is the mainstay of the menu, with dishes including beer battered haddock and chips, steak and ale pie, and haggis, neeps and tatties, and diners have the choice of dining al fresco, in the main bar, or in the restaurant. Situated at 3-5 Rose Street this is a pub beloved by diners and popular with locals and tourists alike. Edinburgh Waverley station is a five minute walk on foot, and historic Edinburgh Castle and the famous Royal Mile are a ten minute walk.
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9. Thai Express Kitchen
4.3
Awesome(150)
Price: Moderate
• Thai • Edinburgh
Booked 10 times today
Our first ever dine-in restaurant! Thaï Express is a new take on traditional Thaï Cuisine. Packed full of flavour, with unique twists and fusions based on your favourite Thai dishes! We offer a whole new extensive menu and dining experience, whilst sticking to our roots with our traditional open kitchen. With Halal, Gluten-free, Vegetarian and Vegan options there is a variety for everyone to enjoy. Customers can choose a protein and then add spice levels based on a preference from mild to very spicy. If you have not tried us already...don't be shy and give it a THAI!
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10. Mamma Roma Ristorante
4.8
Exceptional(2569)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Leith Walk
Booked 30 times today
Mamma Roma is an authentic Italian restaurant located at 4/7 Antigua Street Edinburgh. Situated very close to the Edinburgh Playhouse, this restaurant is not only great for Pre-Theatre diners but also has a delicious and extensive choice of menus to satisfy all customers. The restaurant can also be found within a 10 minute walk of Princes Street Gardens and a convenient 5 minute walk from Edinburgh Waverley train station. Mamma Roma’s restaurant is spread over multiple floors. The main dining area is decorated in Tuscan farmhouse style with paintings and medallions embellishing the walls. Special attention is given to the elaborate list of pasta and pizza delicacies and a bowl of gelato or a plate of tiramisu helps to round off a meal on a savory note.

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  • Valerie
    Greater Boston •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    We had a great experience Excellent cocktails Brilliant food and hospitality Lovely bubbly to celebrate our friend’s anniversary They had never been but will be back Us too! Xx
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    Gaucho EdinburghPrice: Expensive• Steak• Edinburgh
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    4.5
  • Ethan
    Gloucestershire/Wiltshire •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    My partner and I came for our anniversary and it was a wonderful meal. The food was lovely and our server Charlie was exceptional. We had a wonderful night and meal.
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    Bread Street Kitchen & Bar — EdinburghPrice: Moderate• British• New Town
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    3.9
  • Agnes
    Glasgow/Lanarkshire •4 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    Meeting with friends before Christmas we wanted to find a venue which wasn’t offering a “festive menu”. The Bistrot retained its usual menu and offer of 2 or 3 courses at a very reasonable cost, especially in such close proximity to Christmas. We were also delighted to be seated in a quieter part of the restaurant (being a group of 5) which allowed us to chat and hear one another (again not always easy to find at this time of year). There was a very good choice of dishes available from the menu; service was efficient but we were not rushed, and we would certainly return again and recommend to others.
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    Le BistrotPrice: Moderate• French• Edinburgh
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    4.6
  • Maan
    Surrey •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    Great ambience, excellent service and amazing food. We have been to a few of these around the country and the standard is always on point.
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    Hawksmoor EdinburghPrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Edinburgh
    •
    4.5
  • Cameron
    Edinburgh/Midlothian •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 7 days ago
    Went here for my birthday and let me tell you I was not disappointed. Staff very friendly and tremendous food plenty flavour. Will definitely be back
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    Edinburgh - Bucks Bar Hanover StreetPrice: Moderate• American• New Town
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    4.7

Discover best authentic restaurants in Old Town

Discover the essence of authenticity with our curated selection of dining experiences in Edinburgh's historic Old Town. Nestled in the heart of Midlothian, this area is renowned for its vibrant dining scene, blending traditional Scottish charm with global culinary influences. Each restaurant featured on this page promises an authentic dining experience, showcasing high-quality ingredients and unique culinary techniques reflective of their respective cultures. The atmosphere in these eateries ranges from the cozy and historic to the modern and lively, ensuring a memorable meal regardless of your preferences. Patrons consistently praise the exceptional service, the meticulous preparation of dishes, and the genuine ambiance that each location offers. Whether you're a local or a visitor, these establishments in Old Town Edinburgh provide not just a meal, but a genuine immersion into the culinary delights of the region. Perfect for anyone seeking an authentic taste of Edinburgh, these restaurants come highly recommended for their commitment to quality and authenticity.

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