Scottish Restaurants
Howies
Great modern Scottish cooking in a contemporary setting. There are number of Howies throughout the city: but this one is the closest.
208 Bruntsfield Place
0131 221 1777
www.howies.uk.com
The Sizzling Scot
An informal wee place that serves up inexpensive hearty Scottish grub. From haggis to salmon and Aberdeen Angus steak to cranachan, it's as Scottish as a caber in the heather.
103-105 Dalry Road
0131 337 7744
Stac Polly
Superior Scottish cooking in an authentic setting, Stac Polly is a little upmarket and a lot delicious. And if you ever get a chance to climb the mountain it's named after - do!
8-10 Grindlay Street
0131 229 5405
www.stacpolly.com
McKirdy's Steakhouse
An informal Scottish steak joint. If you're in Morrison Street, you'll be out of your apartment and sat at your table within two minutes.
151 Morrison Street
0131 229 6660
Jackson's
One of Edinburgh's longest-standing Scottish restaurants. Very traditional in that most traditional locations: the Royal Mile.
209 High Street
0131 225 1793
www.jacksons-restaurant.co.uk
Italian Restaurants in Edinburgh
Zizzi
You can see this Edinburgh branch of Zizzi from your canal-facing window at Edinburgh Quay. A lively Italian bistro (if that's not too French a word to use) with a huge selection of pizza and pasta served in a contemporary setting.
4a Edinburgh Quay
0131 228 9908
www.zizzi.co.uk
Ristorante La Partenope
A fantastic little Italian neighbourhood restaurant just a few minutes walk from Morrison street. The fish is particularly good here.
96 Dalry Road
0131 347 8880
L'Amore D'Italia
Italian food served in a loud, lively atmosphere right beside Edinburgh Quay: great for groups. They do karaoke too! Fountain Court residents enjoy 10% discount on your total bill.
97-101 Fountainbridge
0131 228 5069
www.lamoreditalia.co.uk
Paparazzi
Classic Italian cooking in a classically upbeat atmosphere. Great service too.
169 Gilmore Place
0131 228 3115
Edinburgh Seafood Restaurants
First Coast
A special little restaurant within easy walking distance. Although specialising in seafood, they also have plenty of other options for the landlubbers. Unpretentious, friendly and intimate.
97-101 Dally Road
0131 313 4404
www.first-coast.co.uk
The Mussel Inn
The lunchtime queues outside this place speak volumes for the freshness of the food. Buzzing in the evening too, The Mussel Inn is famous for, yes you've guessed it, mussels, but also oysters and scallops.
61-65 Rose Street
0131 225 5979
www.mussel-inn.com
Fishers in the City
Perhaps the city's most popular seafood restaurant (they also have one down in Leith), Fishers in the City has an extensive seafood menu, all served up in a contemporary, lively setting.
58 Thistle Street
0131 225 5109
www.fishersbistros.co.uk
Creelers
Originally opened on the beautiful Isle of Arran, the Edinburgh outpost of Creelers gets most of its seafood straight from the west coast of Scotland. Bistro in style, with a good selection for the non-fishy types.
3 Hunter Square
0131 220 4447
www.creelers.co.uk
Skippers
The oldest fish restaurant in Edinburgh has maintained its high standards for more than 25 years. Tiny but big on taste, Skippers is always packed. They also own the (bigger) restaurant next door, The Waterfront. A former waiting room for steam ship passengers, it's a lively characterful place with an extensive menu.
1a Dock Place
0131 554 1018
www.skippers.co.uk
Some local, some elsewhere. All fab restaurants in Edinburgh
Cargo
A cool, stylish bar directly across from our Edinburgh Quay apartments, Cargo also serves a good selection of modern dishes from across the globe. A great place to sip a cocktail and enjoy some exotic food. Fountain Court residents enjoy 20% discount on your food bill.
129 Fountainbridge
0131 659 7880
www.cargobar.co.uk
Ignite
Modern Indian cooking served in equally modern surroundings - and just down the road in Morrison Street
272 Moreish Street
0131 228 5666
Valvona & Crolla
A bit of a trek from Fountain Court but well worth it. This famous Italian deli is favoured by chefs, food critics and us! Buy everything from fine cheeses, wines, breads, olives, sausage, pasta and more, more, more. A small restaurant at the back serves equally fantastic food; they also have a separate restaurant next to Harvey Nichols.
19 Elm Row
0131 556 6066
Blue
This cool minimal space is all blond wood and designer chairs. Set above the fantastic Traverse Theatre, it serves an interesting menu that mixes traditional Scottish ingredients with exotic flavours. The chef/owner Andrew Radford also runs Atrium just downstairs (see below).
Cambridge Street
0131 221 1222
www.bluebarcafe.com
Montpeliers
Montpeliers Ltd now runs the city's chicest hangouts, including Opal Lounge, Tigerlily and Rick's Bar. But this great little bar/cafe was where it all started. Hugely popular day and night it has a menu that runs from breakfast to dinner.
159-161 Bruntsfield Place
www.montpeliersedinburgh.co.uk
David Bann Vegetarian Restaurant
A very cool vegetarian restaurant in Edinburgh that even the most carnivorous would enjoy. Stylish, modern surroundings and an extensive, imaginative menu to banish memories of nut roasts forever.
56-58 St. Mary's Street
www.davidbann.co.uk
Blow the budget
The Witchery
Perhaps Edinburgh's most famous restaurant, The Witchery is a truly extravagant affair. Just down from The Castle, it has two magnificent, candlelit romantic dining rooms and a menu that is is extensive and expensive. The wine list is probably the longest you'll ever read.
Castlehill, Royal Mile
0131 225 5613
Martin Wishart
Home to one of Edinburgh's two Michelin stars (Number One in The Balmoral hotel is the other), Martin Wishart is fine dining at its, well, finest. French with a Scottish twist, this is a special place for a special occasion.
54 The Shore
0131 553 3557
www.martin-wishart.co.uk
Oloroso
Situated at the top of an anonymous office block on George Street, this place is a revelation. Swathes of glass, contemporary design and a famous chef - Tony Singh - make this one of Edinburgh's destination restaurants.
33 Castle Street
0131 226 7614
www.oloroso.co.uk
Atrium
Andrew Radford's Atrium has been setting the fine dining standards in Edinburgh for over 15 years now. With old railway sleepers as tables, lots of white cloth and low, low lighting, it's a place for romantics and food lovers alike. Scotland and France are the culinary touchstones here.
10 Cambridge Street
0131 228 8882
www.atriumrestaurant.co.uk
Rhubarb
Brought to you by the same people as The Witchery (and, incidentally The Tower, a stylish restaurant with breathtaking views of The Castle), Rhubarb is over-the-top opulence in a country house hotel on the edge of Edinburgh.
Priestfield Road
www.prestonfield.com
Forth Floor
Sitting atop Harvey Nichols, this stylish, fine dining restaurant has great views over the rooftops to Edinburgh Castle. Scottish cooking with strong Mediterranean influences, it makes a cool (if expensive) night out. Mind you, you get the same great views at a cheaper price in the Forth Floor Brasserie in what is essentially the same space.
30-34 St Andrew Square
www.harveynichols.com
