Best Casual Restaurants in Morningside

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DalkeithEdinburghHaymarketLeithLeith WalkMorningside

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118 restaurants available nearby

1. The Canny Man's

4.7

Exceptional(568)

€€€€Price: Moderate

• Scottish • Morningside

Booked 12 times today

"The Canny Man's in Morningside is an Edinburgh institution established in 1871 and passed down through 5 generations of the Kerr family. As famous chef Rick Stein said 'The Canny Man's is the best pub in the world.'The establishment is well known far and wide for it’s quirky nature and ‘never’ changing décor. The interior sees every nook and cranny filled with everything from moose heads to muskets, sheet music to stuffed animals. A genuinely one of a kind bar and restaurant. The restaurant specialises in the best Scottish produce with a strong focus on local suppliers. Alongside this they have a well stocked gantry of over a 200 malt whiskies and a large wine list. The Canny Man's is very much a unique experience in Edinburgh and not to be missed."

2. Mia - Morningside

4.5

Awesome(1088)

€€€€Price: Moderate

• Italian • Edinburgh

Booked 15 times today

We are a family-run Italian restaurant that has been established in November 2013. We are proud to have become many peoples’ favourite local restaurant in Edinburgh. We have 2 restaurants situated in Dalry & Morningside areas of Edinburgh.

3. The Cheese Lounge

4.8

Exceptional(216)

€€€€Price: Expensive

• Wine Bar • Edinburgh

Booked 3 times today

At the Cheese Lounge, we want to show you how best to enjoy our cheese: paired with the perfect wine and shared with great company. Warm and relaxed, the Cheese Lounge is the perfect place for lunch, dinner, or even to just enjoy a good glass of wine. Every Wednesday evening we host a wine and cheese tasting event led by our wonderful team, tickets can be purchased via the events section on our website.For private function enquiries please contact enquiries@mellischeese.co.uk

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4. Hawksmoor Edinburgh

4.5

Awesome(5694)

€€€€Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Edinburgh

Booked 88 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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5. The Ivy on the Square

4.4

Awesome(13581)

€€€€Price: Expensive

• Contemporary British • Old Town

Booked 123 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.

6. Lasal

4.8

Exceptional(558)

€€€€Price: Moderate

• Spanish • New Town

Booked 4 times today

LaSal is an authentic Spanish restaurant serving all of your favourite dishes that our country has to offer.We are located right in the center of the city (22 Union Place, EH1 3NQ), just a few minutes walk from Edinburgh Waverly station and Princes Street, directly opposite the famous Edinburgh Playhouse. The perfect location to enjoy a meal before or after the theatre.We welcome you to enjoy our authentic tapas, paella and wine bar. Experience a new cuisine or perhaps savour the dishes you love, expertly prepared to order by our experienced team.

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7. McLarens on the Corner

4.3

Awesome(2121)

€€€€Price: Moderate

• Scottish • Edinburgh

Booked 35 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

8. Cold Town House

4.4

Awesome(1831)

€€€€Price: Moderate

• Brewery • Edinburgh

Booked 35 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. Live entertainment & 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 table-served food 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!

9. Cardinal

4.6

Exceptional(15)

€€€€Price: Very Expensive

• Scottish • Edinburgh

Booked 2 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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10. The Queens Arms - Edinburgh

4.6

Exceptional(1526)

€€€€Price: Moderate

• Scottish • New Town

Booked 31 times today

The Queens Arms is a cosy pub hidden under the cobblestones of Edinburgh, and home to the city's Best Sunday Roast.🧒 Under 18s welcome until 9pm, but only in the restaurant area, not in the bar area. Please leave a note if you have under 18's in your party. If booking in the bar area you may be declined entry.🐶 Dog-friendly.💡 Pub Quiz Sundays at 8pm.🏃 Walk-ins welcome but bookings recommended.🍹 Bookings for food & just drinks welcome.🏉 We show all sports events & proud sponsor of Edinburgh Rugby. Your home away from home!

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Tod
London •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Fantastic food, service and banter as always. Thanks!
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The Canny Man'sPrice: Moderate• Scottish• Morningside
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4.7
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Paul
Edinburgh/Midlothian •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
From start to finish the staff wouldn't do enough for us. The place has atmosphere and class as well as top notch food. Will return when we're back in the area
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Hawksmoor EdinburghPrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Edinburgh
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4.5
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Las Vegas •1 review
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Excellent as always, staff were attentive, food was lovely and atmosphere was wonderful, just what was needed after a fantastic result at Murrayfield
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The Ivy on the SquarePrice: Expensive• Contemporary British• Old Town
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4.4
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Carol
Edinburgh/Midlothian •2 reviews
4.0
Dined 7 days ago
Excellent value for money lunch deal, all the different cheese were explained & advised in order to eat, wine very good. Only criticism it was a bit cool due to the location of the door.
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The Cheese LoungePrice: Expensive• Wine Bar• Edinburgh
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4.8
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Jo
Yorkshire •5 reviews
4.0
Dined on 2 Mar 2025
A lovely welcoming place to eat. Food always delicious and beautifully presented. Was a bit loud this time due to adjacent large party, but that's the way of Italian restaurants. Highly recommended.
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Mia - MorningsidePrice: Moderate• Italian• Edinburgh
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4.5

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