Best Fine Dining Restaurants in Old Town

15 restaurants available nearby

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1. Angels with Bagpipes

4.6

Exceptional(4313)

Price: Expensive

• Scottish • Old Town

Booked 18 times today

Having opened its doors in 2010, Angels with Bagpipes quickly established itself as one of the finest restaurants to have graced Edinburgh’s most iconic and historic street, The Royal Mile. With upmost pride in sourcing fresh Scottish ingredients.Mixing an atmospheric Old Town setting with chic, contemporary looks, the restaurant reflects many of the city’s most defining features. With a humble facade nestled in the beautiful 17th century building, rich tones of bronze and marble cascade throughout the two tiers of Angels with Bagpipes.Angels with Bagpipe’s kitchen has gained a glowing reputation in a city abundant with restaurants of the highest standards. Sourcing the best produce and ingredients, allowing the quality to shine through their elegant dishes. By blending innovative and traditional techniques, their menu is fresh and exciting throughout all seasons

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2. Commons Club Bar & Restaurant

4.7

Exceptional(102)

Price: Very Expensive

• Scottish • Old Town

The Commons Club Restaurant offers the best bites in Scotland. Where every plate is a culinary journey – from the cobbled streets of Edinburgh to the wild heart of the Highlands. Here, everyone ends their meal with an empty plate and a full heart.

3. Merchants

4.7

Exceptional(100)

Price: Expensive

• Scottish • Old Town

Booked 12 times today

Kindly note that only our Festive Set Menu will be available between 1st December and 24th December (inclusive). 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. Twenty Princes Street

4.7

Exceptional(3083)

Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • New Town

The award-winning Twenty Princes Street blends visionary design with contemporary menus that incorporate the finest seasonal ingredients to deliver an unforgettable experience with the best views in town.We offer the very best of dishes, from mouth-watering steaks cooked to perfection in our Josper Grill, to the finest seafood & an array of vegetarian and vegan dishes. Our seasonal menus boast handcrafted dishes, using fresh, locally sourced ingredients. We cater for all dietary needs with no compromise on quality or flavour, whether you're with us for lunch, dinner or afternoon tea.Our hand-selected wine list perfectly complements our seasonal dishes, and you'll be spoilt for choice with our extensive drinks list offering the very best in bottle beer & spirits, including an array of whiskies and gins from across Scotland and beyond.Ask our team about our “recommended serves” – a generous serving of our favourite premium spirits matched with the perfect mixer & garnish.

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5. White Horse Oyster & Seafood Bar

4.2

Awesome(2201)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • The Royal Mile

Booked 26 times today

White Horse Oyster & Seafood Bar, situated on the site of the oldest inn on the Royal Mile, serving the best of British seafood and shellfish sourced from boutique suppliers across the country. Expect small plates, sharing platters & hand-crafted cocktails washed down with a carefully curated selection of wine & fizz. Brought to you by the team behind Chop House & Monteiths. A child or young person must be accompanied by a responsible adult.Children aged:0-5 from 12pm until 9pm5-17 from 12pm until 10pm

6. Yamato Edinburgh

4.8

Exceptional(267)

Price: Expensive

• Japanese • Edinburgh

Booked 40 times today

"Yamato", one of Japan's most ancient name and source of national harmony!At Yamato, expect top quality traditional Japanese cuisine and service for you to experience with an extensive variety of dishes served in an intimate and refined environment. Proudly serving top quality Wagyu beef.

7. Cardinal

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4.6

Exceptional(7)

Price: Very Expensive

• Scottish • Edinburgh

Booked 4 times today

Cardinal is a relaxed fine dining restaurant from chef Tomas Gormley. Located in Edinburghs historic New Town Cardinal offers a modern approach to Scottish cooking. With a wide range of local and sustainable suppliers at our doorstep, from our Lobsters and Crabs at Belhaven Lobsters in Dunbar to our vegetables and Native breed meats at Free Company Farm in Balerno we’re lucky to be taking advantage of Scotlands unique and unrivalled natural larder. Cooking over coals helps add an extra layer of flavour to whatever we’re cooking on them, it’s more intuitive and engaging as cooks and we feel like that comes through on the plate. Tasting menus are our bread and butter but we also offer a pre fixe 'A la carte' menu.

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8. McLarens on the Corner

4.2

Awesome(2081)

Price: Moderate

• Scottish • Edinburgh

Booked 33 times today

We are a neighbourhood bar & restaurant serving up sumptuous food, delicious cocktails, and a whole lot of love. Last bookings for food are at 8.45pm, later bookings will only be for drinks. 🧒 Under 18s welcome until 10pm with food🐶 Dog-friendly🍽️ Last food orders 8.45pm🏃 Walk-ins welcome🍹 Drinks only bookings welcome📅 Contact us directly for bookings of 10 or more

9. No11

4.5

Awesome(533)

Price: Expensive

• Scottish • New Town

Booked 2 times today

11 Brasserie @ No 11 is located within the discreet luxury of a historically significant, Edinburgh Georgian Town House, this award winning restaurant, displays a menu that exhibits some of Scotland's finest produce, infused with flavors that reflect Scotland's stunning natural landscape. The Head Chef, Stevie, has received a AA Rosette for Culinary Excellence -Food that literally looks as good as it tastes! There can be no better local dining experience.The Brasserie is located on the ground floor and seats around 30 diners. It serves Breakfast (8:00 to 10:00) every day, Dinner (17:00 - 20:30 Last Orders) Wed - Sun, and Lunch (12 noon - 15:30) Saturday and Sunday. Our menus focus on home made dishes, using tasty, fresh produce from artisan suppliers. We're happy to accomodate any dietary requirements and preferences. Please note we do not have a children's menu.A selection of alcoholic beverages is available including spirits

10. Forage & Chatter

4.7

Exceptional(1952)

Price: Expensive

• Scottish • Edinburgh

Booked 1 time today

A consistent multi award winning Restaurant Forage & Chatter in Edinburgh boasts the best locally sourced and foraged produce, nestled in Edinburgh's West End. A experience you will not forget. Come and visit us!

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Sam
Manchester/Greater Manchester •1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
We booked in the morning we arrived in Edinburgh. We actually got engaged a couple of hours before food. Upon arrival the waitress was chatting to my finance and they got talking about the proposal. We were tested to a glass of fizz as we were seated and then talked through the menu which was amazing. Food was unbelievable and the service amazing. We had our 1 year old with us and they were great with him and we would recommend to go.
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Commons Club Bar & RestaurantPrice: Very Expensive• Scottish• Old Town
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4.7
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Virginia •1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
The food was great, the atmosphere was very nice, all around great restaurant
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Angels with BagpipesPrice: Expensive• Scottish• Old Town
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4.6
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Rebecca
Edinburgh/Midlothian •1 review
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Just spent a wonderful evening at Merchants. The food was 10/10, staff were excellent and ambience perfect for a pre Christmas meal. This was our first visit to Merchants and it definitely won’t be our last! Thank you for a lovely evening!
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MerchantsPrice: Expensive• Scottish• Old Town
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4.7
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Aashana
Edinburgh/Midlothian •1 review
5.0
Dined on 13 Dec 2024
Worth it place to visit. perfect for date nights Good quality oysters
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White Horse Oyster & Seafood BarPrice: Expensive• Seafood• The Royal Mile
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4.2
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Laura
Edinburgh/Midlothian •5 reviews
5.0
Dined on 10 Dec 2024
Lovely, as always! Only one minor complaint though, main course was a tad on the cool side, needed to be piping hot, but apart from that, the standard was the usual high!
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Twenty Princes StreetPrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• New Town
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4.7

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15 restaurants available nearby

1. Angels with Bagpipes

2. Commons Club Bar & Restaurant

3. Merchants

4. Twenty Princes Street

5. White Horse Oyster & Seafood Bar

6. Yamato Edinburgh

7. Cardinal

8. McLarens on the Corner

9. No11

10. Forage & Chatter

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