Restaurants near Gillis Centre

321 restaurants available nearby

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1. The Birchwood Bistro n Wine

4.9

Exceptional(9)

Price: Moderate

• Breakfast • Edinburgh

Booked 4 times today

Welcome to The Birchwood Bistro and Wine!Your go-to spot for delicious hot food, wine, coffee & catch-ups. We are open daily with extended evening openings on Thurs-Sun every week.

2. Black Ivy

3.0

Good(1)

Price: Moderate

• British • Edinburgh

With our focus on local luxury for all, we’re passionate about serving great food and drinks in a warm and friendly, stylish environment. Our drinks cabinets are stocked with great gins, Scottish whisky, interesting wines and of course Tank Beer is the centre-piece of a diverse beer range. We embrace luxury comfort dishes across our food menus, so you’ll find quality ingredients, classic dishes and a few gourmet twists and surprises along the way. Highlights on our menu include our famous, locally sourced, beer-battered Fish & Chips and we have plenty of lighter summer options for those looking for a light bite. As well as enjoying food and drinks in stunning surroundings, our outdoor Terrace is the perfect spot to dine al fresco and make the most of the Scottish weather, with heaters and canopies to cater for all weather. Only a short 15 minute walk from the city centre. Winner of Hotel Bar of the Year and Best Outdoor Area in 2021/2023

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3. The Ivy on the Square

4.4

Awesome(13573)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary British • Old Town

Booked 149 times today

Located in the heart of Edinburgh, The Ivy on the Square is an all-day British brasserie serving modern British and international Ivy-inspired classics.

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4. Hawksmoor Edinburgh

4.5

Awesome(5529)

Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Edinburgh

Booked 123 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.

5. Pizza Posto

4.6

Exceptional(1239)

Price: Moderate

• Pizzeria • Edinburgh

Booked 41 times today

Authentic Neapolitan style pizzeria in the heart of Edinburgh City Centre. Sit in or takeaway, 7 days a week.Our vision is, to deliver our guests great value, authentic Neapolitan pizza in a warm and friendly, family environment

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6. Edinburgh - Bucks Bar Grindlay Street

4.8

Exceptional(512)

Price: Moderate

• American • Old Town

Booked 24 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

7. Fava

4.6

Exceptional(1841)

Price: Moderate

• Greek • Edinburgh

Booked 51 times today

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8. Shish

4.5

Awesome(239)

Price: Expensive

• Turkish • Edinburgh

Booked 13 times today

Drawing on Turkish heritage and tradition, Shish’s ethos is borne out of a desire to create a hub as the heart of the home, centred around the fire hearth where cooking and families come together and share in the occasion. The spacious restaurant lends itself to large gatherings, smaller group parties and more intimate dining occasions, with the option of private hire. Its slick interior, ambient lighting and booth seating lining the parameter of the restaurant provide the perfect setting for any occasion. At the helm in the kitchen, the passionate team of chefs have created an inspired menu underpinned by true authenticity and rich taste. Highlights include Karisik Izgara – traditional mixed grill platter and loads more...Shish is a one of the first Dry Bars (No alcohol) in Edinburgh, stocking all the fine wines available, Champagne, Spirits, Popular Cocktails and Beers but all containing zero alcohol substitutes such as Zero percent Rum, Whiskey and Gin.

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9. McLarens on the Corner

4.2

Awesome(2081)

Price: Moderate

• Scottish • Edinburgh

Booked 31 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

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10. The Mussel and Steak Bar

4.7

Exceptional(521)

Price: Expensive

• Scottish • Old Town

Booked 36 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.

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Beverley
Isle of Wight •1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Fantastic food ,Great food ,staff coped well on a very busy Christmas Eve .
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The Ivy on the SquarePrice: Expensive• Contemporary British• Old Town
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4.4
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CraigVIP
Edinburgh/Midlothian •75 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Busy and bustling on Christmas Eve. Great service from bar and restaurant. The food and cocktails were Lovely. Wine was good but the selection seems to have been paired down from previous visit to focus on higher end bottles.
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Hawksmoor EdinburghPrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Edinburgh
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4.5
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Hilary
Edinburgh/Midlothian •6 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Lovely food and friendly staff as always. Lovely Christmas Eve brunch. Thanks
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The Birchwood Bistro n WinePrice: Moderate• Breakfast• Edinburgh
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4.9
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Louise
Edinburgh/Midlothian •1 review
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Fabulous place which never fails to deliver. Wonderful service. I had pizza number 10 with meatballs and the special pana cotta and the courgette flowers as a side. Lovely. Don’t hesitate to book a table and enjoy real pizza
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Pizza PostoPrice: Moderate• Pizzeria• Edinburgh
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4.6

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321 restaurants available nearby

1. The Birchwood Bistro n Wine

2. Black Ivy

3. The Ivy on the Square

4. Hawksmoor Edinburgh

5. Pizza Posto

6. Edinburgh - Bucks Bar Grindlay Street

7. Fava

8. Shish

9. McLarens on the Corner

10. The Mussel and Steak Bar

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