Nestled within Edinburgh's iconic Grassmarket, Metro offers spectacular food and the views to match with an unrivalled vantage point of the historic Edinburgh Castle.
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Get in touch today by calling 0800 049 8302 or experiences@apexhotels.co.uk For Private Dining and parties of 9 or more guests please call 0800 049 8302 or contact experiences@apexhotels.co.uk
Treat your taste buds to our brand new Sunday Roast. Tuck into a succulent roast sirloin of beef with all the trimmings with unrivalled views of Edinburgh Castle for just £18.95 per person.
Available Sundays from 12.30pm. Once it's gone, it's gone!
A Sunday well spent brings a week of content...
Mums Dine On Us This Mother’s Day
30 Mar 2025 only
The best gift this Mother’s Day is quality time (plus great food, and maybe a little wine). Book your Mother’s Day lunch or dinner on Sunday 30th March and Mum’s main course is on us. A little extra treat, just because she deserves it!
T&Cs Apply
Not available in conjunction with any other offer. Offer valid for lunch and dinner reservations on Sunday 30th March only. Pre-booking required. Mums are entitled to one complimentary main course from our mains / classics section when accompanied by another adult enjoying a main course from our A La Carte menu. There must be one adult enjoying a main course per mum to receive a complimentary main course from our A La Carte menu. Offer valid on A La Carte menu only and does not include set menus or Afternoon Tea. Offer not valid on steak dishes.
LNER Perk Raise The Steaks
£40.00 per party
Multiple dates available
Bring a friend and tuck into 2 Steak Frites and 2 tasty glasses of house wine for just £40!
And with unrivalled views of Edinburgh Castle, that's value for money for coming back for time and time again!
Available 7 days a week!
Please note, the price of £40 is based on 2 people dining (£20 per person)
smoked & unsmoked bacon, sausage, black pudding, grilled tomato, flat mushroom, baked beans & two free-range eggs cooked the way you like – fried, poached or scrambled
The Vegetarian Breakfast
vegetable sausage, spinach, grilled tomato, flat mushroom, baked beans, hash brown & two free-range eggs, cooked the way you like them – fried, poached, scrambled
The Harbourmasters breakfast
grilled Loch Fyne smoked kipper, melted butter
Morning roll
crispy bacon or sausage, with/without free-range fried egg
Eggs Benedict
toasted muffin, poached free-range eggs, ham, Hollandaise sauce
with a choice of ham, mushroom, tomato, cheese filling
Kids
The Great British Breakfast
Smoked & unsmoked bacon, sausage, black pudding, baked beans & two free range eggs cooked the way you like – fried, poached or scrambled
Omelette
with a choice of ham or cheese
What 277 people are saying
Overall ratings and reviews
Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant
4.1
4.1 based on recent ratings
4Food
4.2Service
3.9Ambience
4.1Value
Noise • Energetic
Review summary
AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Metro at Apex Grassmarket offers a "great location" with stunning views of Edinburgh Castle. Guests rave about the "fantastic food," "great service," and "excellent value for money." The friendly staff creates a welcoming atmosphere. While there are occasional service hiccups, the overall dining experience makes it "one of the best meals" for many patrons.
277 Reviews
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Kealia
Greater Boston1 review
2.0
Dined on 14 February 2025
Overall 2
Food 2
Service 1
Ambience 1
Very slow service. Food was okay. Typical hotel restaurant.
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Mike
Edinburgh1 review
5.0
Dined on 31 December 2024
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
We had a great time at Apex. The service was excellent and it’s one of the best meals we’ve had in a long time. Will definitely be coming back.
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Nigel
London1 review
5.0
Dined on 19 December 2024
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
Fantastic food and service and view ,got our stay in Edinburgh to a fantastic start 😁
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Christine
Edinburgh3 reviews
5.0
Dined on 4 December 2024
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
Food was amazing, excellent value for money, lovely surroundings and excellent service
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Grace
Dubai5 reviews
4.0
Dined on 6 November 2024
Overall 4
Food 4
Service 5
Ambience 4
Angelo and the rest of the staffs were all lovely. Superb service! Thank you for making me feel special on my birthday. Looking forward to visit again when we’re back in Edinburgh.
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David VIP
Edinburgh30 reviews
5.0
Dined on 19 October 2024
Overall 5
Food 4
Service 5
Ambience 4
Great location with great views of the castle. Food is great and fantastic value.
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Caroline
Edinburgh1 review
2.0
Dined on 24 August 2024
Overall 2
Food 3
Service 1
Ambience 2
Service was slow, the restaurant was steady but not too bust. staff were pleasant and friendly. Only ordered drinks and mains and waited 40 minutes for our food. Will not be back.
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Paul
London1 review
5.0
Dined on 23 August 2024
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 3
We was met with a smile by a lovely girl. The service and food was great. Definitely recommended.
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shirleyO
Inverness4 reviews
5.0
Dined on 17 August 2024
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
We were served by a lovely waitress who was extremely helpful, the food was delicious and we will definitely be making another visit soon
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Carol
Edinburgh1 review
5.0
Dined on 11 August 2024
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
Booked for breakfast, excellent choice, service and food
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FAQs
Metro at Apex Grassmarket is rated 4.1 stars by 277 OpenTable diners.
Metro at Apex Grassmarket does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.
Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.
