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1. Eve
4.1
Excellent(158)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Old Town
Booked 2 times today
At Eve, we’re serving up a slice of Italy with mouthwatering dishes, bold Italian-inspired cocktails, and a wine list that’ll make your taste buds dance. Get hands-on with our fun group classes - think pasta making, learning the art of a perfect tiramisu and cheese tasting - or just pull up a stool at our bar, where the best cocktails in town are always flowing.Located in the heart of the Old Town, Eve combines the timeless charm of Italy with the warm embrace of Scottish hospitality. Whether you’re here to eat, drink, or unwind, our lively atmosphere is the perfect spot for unforgettable moments and great company.To find Eve, head through Virgin Hotels Edinburgh to level 1 or look for our door on the iconic CowgateFor large parties please email us on eve@virginhotels.com
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2. Cafe Royal - Edinburgh
4.3
Awesome(1447)
Price: Expensive
• Continental • Edinburgh
Booked 14 times today
Edinburgh's hidden gem! Traditional oyster bar and restaurant serving fine food and a great selection of continental lagers, beers and local ales.We're proud of our history without being complacent and we love to see a happy customer. We've always focused on making our pub unique and we are sure you will notice. So pull up a seat, take a tour round our pub and discover what sets us apart from the rest.** Please note all bookings are for our restaurant, we offer first come first served for drinks in our bar area.*** Please note due to licencing restrictions under 18's are not permitted in the main bar, we can seat under 18's and over 5's in the restaurant for dining. We cannot allow under 18's in the restaurant after 10pm.**** As we are a listed building we do not have Accessible toilets on the ground floor.
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3. Whiski Rooms
4.5
Awesome(2364)
Price: Moderate
• Scottish • Old Town
Booked 13 times today
Award Winning Whiski Rooms is located just off the Royal Mile on the prestigious mound. Our restaurant serves food all day which is freshly prepared using the best locally sourced produce. We have an extensive cocktail list, wine, and craft beer and a great whisky selection. Whiski Rooms has a reputation as being one of the best restaurants in Edinburgh, one of the best Whisky Bars in the world, the first Ardbeg Embassy in the UK, a whisky and gift shop, and a tasting room for daily whisky tastings.Whiski Rooms is located off the Royal Mile in the city centre looking over Princess Street where you will experience traditional Scottish food.
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4. Duck & Waffle Edinburgh
4.4
Awesome(23)
Price: Expensive
• Modern European • New Town
Booked 1 time today
Set in the heart of Edinburgh's acclaimed St James Quarter, Duck & Waffle promises surprise and delight at every turn. Come enjoy our 'gastro diner' experience, celebrating the joy of delicious food & drink in a warm and buzzy atmosphere. Offering breakfast, lunch, dinner, cocktails and weekend brunch.
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5. Cold Town House
4.5
Awesome(1807)
Price: Moderate
• Brewery • Edinburgh
Booked 18 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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6. Edinburgh - Bucks Bar Hanover Street
4.7
Exceptional(215)
Price: Moderate
• American • New Town
Booked 36 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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7. Edinburgh - Bucks Bar Grindlay Street
4.8
Exceptional(509)
Price: Moderate
• American • Old Town
Booked 25 times today
Welcome to Bucks Bar Edinburgh Grindlay St. We look forward to welcoming you!The best free range buttermilk fried chicken you've ever tasted! New to Edinburgh, 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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8. One Square Bar + Brasserie
4.3
Awesome(614)
Price: Expensive
• Scottish • Edinburgh
Booked 3 times today
Overlooking Edinburgh Castle, in the heart of the city, One Square Bar & Brasserie is recognised for its relaxed yet sophisticated style and carefully crafted menus that champion the very best of Scotland. The talented, Rosette-winning One Square team work with local suppliers to source high quality, fresh, seasonal ingredients to create outstanding dishes. Situated in ideal proximity to both the EICC and Usher Hall, and with offerings from our celebrated Sunday Lunch to our impressive a la Carte menu, One Square provides a truly special dining experience. With plenty of varieties of gin on offer at One Square Bar, book in for one of our famous gin tastings with gin-spired canapes too! Our creative cocktails allow you to discover 'The Square Route of Edinburgh', our wine list has been expertly considered & we also have a selection of local beers.
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9. The Barony Bar
3.9
Excellent(167)
Price: Moderate
• Pub • Edinburgh
Booked 1 time today
A must-see restoration of an Edinburgh institution, the art-deco inspired Barony first opened as a drinks merchant in 1896 before becoming a pub and it has been a staple of the Edinburgh food & drink scene ever since. From nips and drams, to real ale and a great glass of wine, The Barony is a well-loved and well-known watering hole and gastro-pub for locals and visitors alike.
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10. The Auld Hundred
4.7
Exceptional(577)
Price: Moderate
• Scottish • New Town
Booked 16 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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