Delicious food on Leith Walk at a very reasonable price - this was an absolute gem of a restaurant…read morewe found, rather unexpected by the location and unassuming exterior. They allow you to bring your own bottle of wine which also keeps the price down, even though they do have a license. We picked mains and deserts from the lunch menu which were all fantastic - including shetland mussels, spiced lamb filet, corn fed chicken breast and sticky toffee pudding. Definitely the best meal I've had in Edinburgh for a long time!

So good we went twice last week. Making me the Duchess ;)!…read more The Walnut is the latest addition to the hip happenings of Leith Walk. What used to be Cafe No.9 has now been transformed into a very cute French bistro. We decided to treat ourselves one Friday after a long week at work and as it is over the road from us we couldn't really resist! Table booked and BYOB wine in hand we headed in. The staff are delightful and we were shown to our table. This place is not big - about 8 tables - and they don't have printed menus as this changes daily. Instead they ask you to look at the chalkboard mounted on the wall. The Walnut offers a range of starters and mains, all are very reasonably priced, I go for the chicken liver parfait and David decides to throw a curve ball and orders the cheese board to start :-/. For main, the roasted cod for me and the lamb hotpot for David. As I said our waitress is great, she is adorable and very attentive. Before I know it I'm devouring my parfait. It is delicious made even better by the homemade oatcakes, I only got two though. More, more, more please! Our mains were equally as delicious. My fish was perfectly cooked. The portion sizes are generous but not over the top so we were nicely full.There is always room for desert however. I went for more cheese and David went for the chocolate tart - nom nom nom. All this came to £40! Amazing! Go - go now! Cheers, Amy

I didn't have a reservation though they were quite full for them. They found a great table for me…read more I sat down great attention to me throughout the meal. I started with still water and a lager and the fried haggis bonbons which were fabulous. I'm not sure why haggis isn't liked by so many. I had a burger and fries too. Medium well was medium rare but it was still very good. The French fries were from a real baking potato not something more precious. The salad was an Asian thing I didn't care for. I had coffee too at the end of the meal. Quiet great place. Friendly efficient waitstaff. I wasn't rushed. Friendly other diners here too. The meal was 23 pounds with no gratuity. The picture is haggis bonbons.

Compass Bar is a well sited bar and restaurant, occupying the corner of Constitution and Queen…read moreCharlotte streets in Leith. When I first arrived in Edinburgh on holiday, it was highly recommended by locals. Honestly at night it looks a bit of a dive bar from the outside, so Brittany A. and I weren't sure what to expect going in for dinner our second night in town. Compass is physically divided into a bar at the entrance that can seat about 30 people, and a traditional looking restaurant located half a story up in the building that is good for groups. Both the bar and restaurant sections are served by staff, so you won't have to worry about ordering at a till. The interior looks like it was recently renovated. Original plaster details on the bar ceiling accent the warm wood and rock walls. A large hearth offers a visually intriguing focal point. The restaurant is decorated with large French posters and features a wood plank ceiling. A clear line of sight into the kitchen lets you watch your order creation. Our first visit was for dinner around 9PM in the restaurant section. Food is served for twelve hours, 10AM - 10PM daily. Compass has a good number of vegetarian options on the menu. I opted for their vegetarian club, a giant sandwich stuffed to the gills with hummus and halloumi, served with a side of chips. It's an incredible entree that requires a big appetite. I tried one of the Innis & Gunn beers on tap in addition to their complementary tap water infused with cucumber and mint. The dinner service was prompt and professional, and our entrees were out in a jiffy. We enjoyed the food so much we came back on our final day in Edinburgh for an 11AM brunch. We tend to take our dog with us on our travels, and Compass allows pooches in the bar area. The bar is very relaxed with some comfortable window booth seating and free WIFI. This is the kind of place you can get some real work done. I tried their small vegetarian breakfast, a full plate with vegetarian haggis, sausage, hash brown, beans, mushrooms, toast and more. For a small portion I once again was left completely full. It was honestly one of the best veggie breakfasts I've tried in the UK. We stayed for a bit, enjoying the music and several excellent espresso drinks. Overall Compass Bar is a great neighbourhood institution offering top notch service, great prices, and delicious food all day long.

Edinburgh is a bustling city this time of year and crowds filled many of the restaurants and bars,…read moreand there are a lot of restaurants. We happened into finding Maxie's, made our way through and out to the terrace. The drink and food menu were filled with choices. I had the mussels with and chili sauce and my wife opted for fish and chips. Both dishes were hot and delicious, the fish lightly battered and the mussels cooked to perfection. Sitting outside enjoying our meal and watching the crowds on a beautiful sunny evening was unforgettable.

Maxi's has one thing going for it and that is a super location. You get some great views and can…read moreeat outside on a walkway. Very fun on a nice day. Not so great was the service. The server suggested if I walked into the restaurant I could grab a menu myself. (I was already at an outside table). It almost seemed like a joke. The server troubled herself enough to bring out the beer can which I poured. Location is great!

So,so good. COZY with lovely staff. The food was delicious. We didn't have a reservation on…read moreEaster Sunday but they squeezed us in and we were ever so greatful. Best lunch. Everything was fresh and tasty.

We had a Sunday roast here while in Edinburgh and it was fantastic. The food was great the pub was…read morea wam and inviting atmosphere and the service didn't disappoint.

MUAH! Delicious, amazing service, good wine and great food. All inside a small intimate tapas style…read moresetting restaurant. Going to keep this review short and sweet because you need to go experience this one for yourself. (Make sure to make a reservation)

Delicious food, warm service, intimate ambiance…read more Make sure you book a reservation. It was a wonderful dining experience.

We dined just after they opened for diner service on a Monday. As the first (and only for a minute…read morethere!) diners, the service was great. We started with the olives + bread and carpaccio. Carpaccio was hard to eat because it appeared to be a single piece rather than sliced, which I'm used to. Between the four of us we had the steak, hake fillet, risotto, and potato and leek soup. Everything was solid. Nothing blew us away but it was a great meal overall. And OMG the sticky pudding for dessert was incredible! Highly recommend.

I can't believe First Coast hasn't been reviewed more. It's one of the best places to eat in…read moreEdinburgh! With its nautical decor and lovely restaurant space, it stands out for the better on Dalry Road. The staff are friendly, attentive and although it's normally fairly busy, there's a relaxed atmosphere. Their menu is impeccable and also slightly more unusual than some of the Scottish fayre you find served up in Scotland's capital. They do a great sirloin steak in here made with Aberdeen Angus, but there are also some more unusual options that you don't see on menu's often, such as Middle Eastern platters. It is highly acclaimed by Edinburgh critics and with its veggie, Thai and other such exotic options, a very unusual and great dining experience. Not to be missed.

Excellent food and service. Try their scallop starter and then also their roast chicken. The decor…read moreis relaxed sophistication. Good selection of alcoholic and nonalcoholic beverages, too. I could eat here every day. 5/5 highly recommended.

Such tasty food, staff and food wonderful. A small local restaurant. Booking advised…read more We are often drop in and still haven't been disappointed for seating

Came here on a July afternoon for lunch. We had a reservation, and in turn got a wonderful table…read moreinside, on the water. The Cullin Skink was delicious to this American that has a very small frame of reference! Lots of haddock and fresh potatoes with some dill. One of us had a burger, I'd skip that next time but all else is good. Great views, friendly people and makes it a great stop

A cozy friendly warm pub perched on the edge of the water, with fabulous views of the sea (and if…read moreyou are lucky the sunset)! After much deliberation, we chose this place for our first dinner in Edinburgh and we were pleasantly surprised with our night. We chose to be seated in the conservatory, and had a window seat where we could see the water coming in. I had the fish and chips with a side of peas (I opted out of the mushy ones) and the dish was perfect. The fish was lightly battered and crisp. The chips were thick cut, crunchy on the outside and perfectly moist inside. A great place to tick that off my list of must-eats! To add a bit of fun into the night, we were invited to join their trivia night at the end of our meal. We jumped at the chance and had an amazing time guessing answers (even though we didn't win). It was an excellent opportunity to chat with the locals, get some advice from the bartender and generally have a good laugh. What a wonderful little gem of a place!