Suggestions for Dining and Drinking near Edinburgh Castle, Edinburgh

Bruce M. • October 17, 2011This fantastic restaurant is a hidden gem of Edinburgh's extensive dining choices. Food is very reasonably priced and delicious and you can even have a malt with each course!

Eveline N. • July 31, 2016Delicious cakes and coffee in a lovely casual setting. Be there early to pick your cake, they run out quickly!

Keith T. • January 2, 2015Please order anything on the menu cause it won't disappoint you. The Dragon Roll, KanPai Special Roll, Rainbow Roll or any rolls. They are amazing.

Amy M. • November 13, 2015Really beautiful food. Great decor and interesting wine list. Definitely worth a visit. A very memorable lunch.

mariantoniapd • September 11, 2019Oysters followed by the venison are an absolute must! Have the Argentinian Catena Malbec blend! Absolutely beautiful!!! The ambience and food are an immersive experience into Scotland’s magic!!!

David M. • April 23, 2016Any Innis and Gunn drink - try the Burgers, they're amazing

Lorraine P. • June 20, 2011Nice clean restaurant and always good chicken :)

Nabarun D. • May 27, 2016Whisky! Any time of day. Great if you are skipping out on sessions at the Conference Center

Aniruddha M. • April 28, 2019Excellent cocktails and food is delicious. Do try out the deer burger - might be on the sweeter side. The staff is courteous and warm - they were really patient & understanding with our toddlers.

Karolina C. • January 22, 2017Ultimately my most favourite asian restaurant in Edinburgh so far! Ribs, panco prawns, curry... Everything so colorful and seriously scrumptious❤

Fiona G. • November 24, 2015Tasty and good portion of seafood green curry! Nice comfort food for a chilly evening.

Fiona P. • November 24, 2018Good atmosphere, reasonable prices. It's kept the character and old screen from the cinema.

Danielle B. • May 26, 2017Quick and friendly service, reasonable prices, good food. Loved the half soup and sandwich option! Best part: not massive portions, and there are many non-fried options! Also has strong wifi.

Oliver M. • October 8, 2014The beef carpaccio here is exquisite. Their caponata (a side dish with mains) is very tasty and amongst the best I've ever tasted.

Roxie F. • December 17, 2021Good Food, plenty drinking choices & sports. What more could you want?

Leila L. • September 20, 2012Glad we had tea here rather than at one of the more formal places in town. Tasty food, excellent tea and good prices.

Nathan W. • January 16, 2022The service was great and fast. The staff were friendly. The coffee was really enjoyable and very nice. Great coffee with plenty of choice.

E A S. • January 24Amazing bakeries! Delicious and reasonably priced. Staff is kind and friendly. We ate 3 different food and all were terrific! A place to go many times for different tastes. ❤️

Duke • June 8, 2016Nice and calm location on the crowdy Castle Hill. Very good food and a wide range of popular Scotch Whiskies.

Sam B. • May 3, 2012Definitely try the Pad Kee Mao, spicy stir fry beef with fresh chilli, garlic and Thai basil – very very good. Portion sizes of the main dishes aren't huge, I'd recommend getting starters to share.

Caelyn O. • March 23, 2019Everything is great. Especially the chicken gyoza and chow mein. The eggboy is a decadent and filling dessert.

Ben E. • October 30, 2022I view any kebab place that's too upscale with skepticism but these guys deliver.

Loloah A. • February 2, 2018It’s good to pass by for a cup of tea and delicious piece of cake as part of the experience in the castle ☕️

Benjamín I. • August 30, 2012Great food!! Friends recomended it me. Nice balance between the food and price.We ate there several times Good collection of scottish beers and whiskys Nice staff,some times is very busy,so be patient

Jenn P. • July 17, 2015Delicious shakes although I want to go back and try an alcoholic shake! Also the ham and tomato butterie was delicious.

Alex M. • April 30, 2011Very tasty meal here, I opted for the pheasant, will definitely go back next time I get the chance :)

Karolina C. • May 2, 2016Eventhough I don't enjoy the black pudding, the scotch eggs covered in it were awesome. Broccoli soup as well. Enormous (but good) portion of the classical fish&chips.

Kate U. • July 7, 2014Awesome place! Full breakfast is delicious, the atmosphere is light and friendly and peculiar to Scotland, which was important for us as tourists) Definitely recommend this place!

Christopher A. • April 18, 2018The ambience is top notch. Wait staff did heroic service handling our very large work dinner. The wine and cocktail selection is very good.