Things To Do On Burns Night In Edinburgh 2026

• Location: 71-73 York Place, New Town, EH1 3JD
• When: Friday 23rd - Sunday 25th January
• Price: £26 for three courses, or £37.50 with a whisky flight included
• Why we recommend: every January, historic Scottish pub The Conan Doyle hosts a delicious Burns Night supper, and this year is set to be no different - head over to indulge in three traditional courses and a trio of whiskies

On the hunt for a hearty Burns Night dinner in Edinburgh? The Conan Doyle is a snug pub that's known for slinging out tasty Scottish fare. From Friday 23rd to Sunday 25th, they're serving up a delicious Burns Night supper, featuring three courses (£26 alone) with a whisky flight (£37.50 total).

So, before you begin the customary poetry readings, tuck into starters such as vegetable scotch broth or a king prawn and smoked Scottish salmon cocktail, as well as mains including haggis, neeps and tatties and Balmoral chicken. There's also cranachan and sticky toffee pudding with bourbon vanilla ice cream for dessert. As for the whisky flight? This features Johnnie Walker Black Label, Glenmorangie 12YO and Monkey Shoulder.

• Location: 55-57 Rose Street, EH2 2NH
• When: Friday 23rd to Sunday 25th January
• Price: from £26
• Why we recommend: we love the history and culture at this place, and their menu is packed full of traditional goods

Dating back all the way to 1766, Rose Street Brewery is a traditional boozer that's full of history and culture. It's filled with dark wooden furniture, and they serve a cracking cask ale behind the bar.

They're cooking up a scrumptious three-course menu for the occasion, including haggis, neeps and tatties, Balmoral chicken and sticky toffee pudding. Also, you can add a whisky flight pairing for £11.50 extra.

• Location: 356 Castlehill, EH1 2NF
• When: Thursday 22nd to Saturday 24th January
• Price: from £50
• Why we recommend: this is a great choice for vegetarians, as they offer plant-based versions of the classics

Situated right beside Edinburgh Castle, Cannonball Restaurant & Bar is a scenic spot for Burns Night dining. The award-winning venue uses only the best locally sourced, seasonal ingredients, celebrating Scotland's culinary scene.

Their set menu costs £50 per person, with both classic and vegetarian options available. Expect dishes like cullen skink, homemade bread with whipped butter and parsnip veloute, with optional whisky pairings for £35 extra.

• Location: 329 High Street, EH1 1PN
• When: 24th and 25th January
• Price: £50
• Why we recommend: there's a truly indulgent dinner to get involved in here, and they've got all the elements of a classic Scottish celebrations to enjoy

Part of The Bon Vivant Group, Luckenbooths is a trendy all-day dining destination on the Royal Mile. The interiors are made up of dark wooden furniture, warm lighting and comfortable seating, and they're hosting two evenings of Burns Night fun.

Get stuck into a mouthwatering five-course dinner, made up of classic Scottish plates using high quality ingredients. There'll also be quality whisky, an address to the haggis and a piper on the Terrace.

• Location: 152-154 Rose Street, EH2 3JD
• When: Friday 23rd to Sunday 25th January
• Price: from £25.50
• Why we recommend: this spot is a real local favourite, and over the last century they've perfected their Scottish cooking

A friendly boozer that has been around since 1904, The Kenilworth takes its name from a novel by Sir Walter Scott, oozing classic Scottish vibes. They'll be celebrating the legendary poet across Burns Night weekend, with an address to the haggis and a delicious menu.

Their £25.50 set menu offers an affordable three courses, featuring the likes of haggis, neeps and tatties, vegetable Scotch broth and craanachan. Plus, for £11.50 extra, you can enjoy a whisky flight pairing.

• Location: The Mound, EH2 2EL
• When: Friday 23rd to Sunday 25th January
• Price: from £70
• Why we recommend: with local haggis, a live ceilidh band and whisky to boot, it doesn't get much more Scottish than this

Found in one of Edinburgh's most iconic buildings, The Scottish National Gallery, The Scottish Cafe & Restaurant is the place to be for traditional celebrations. Their Burns supper experience comes in at £70, or for £20 extra they'll throw in a glass of fizz on arrival, a half-bottle of wine with your meal and a dram of whisky for the haggis toast.

The menu features locally produced haggis, creamy celeriac soup and cranachan to finish. And afterwards, their live ceilidh band will be getting you up on the dancefloor.

• Location: 47-49 Deanhaugh Street, Stockbridge, EH4 1LR
• When: Friday 23rd to Sunday 25th January
• Price: from £26
• Why we recommend: they've got all sorts of Scottish flavours on their menu, and we love the cosy atmosphere here

If you're looking for something to do on Burns Night in Stockbridge, make sure to check out Hector's. This is a classic Scottish pub with cosy interiors and comfortable furniture, promising an affordable menu for the occasion.

They're serving three sumptuous courses for £26, including a king prawn and smoked salmon cocktail, Balmoral chicken and sticky toffee pudding. Or with the £37.50 option, you'll get a whisky flight pairing too.

• Location: 74-78, Grassmarket, EH1 2JR
• When: Friday 23rd - Sunday 25th January
• Price: £25.50 for three courses, or £37 with a whisky flight included
• Why we recommend: dating back to the 17th century, The Last Drop is a lovely, traditional pub with a cosy atmosphere that knows a thing or two about delicious Scottish fare, and their Burns Night menu sounds utterly glorious

If you fancy celebrating Burns Night in a warm, cosy atmosphere with a plate of scrumptious Scottish grub in front of you, The Last Drop has got your back. Tuck into a hefty portion of haggis, neeps and tatties, served with lots of rich gravy, or go for the Balmoral chicken, accompanied by creamy mash and plenty of vegetables. 

For those who don't fancy the whisky flight, which features three Scottish whiskies, you can go for one of their recommended drink pairings, such as a Johnnie Walkie Black highball mixed with either ginger or lemon.

• Location: 3 Royal Terrace, Abbeyhill, EH7 5AB
• When: Sunday 25th January
• Price: £225
• Why we recommend: with numerous Michelin stars behind them, this collaboration between Stuart Ralston and Isaac McHale is set to be extraordinary; you'll feast on ten indulgent courses celebrating the best of Scotland using international techniques, complete with whisky cocktails and so much more

On Sunday, the 25th of January, Lyla in Edinburgh will host a one-night-only Burns Night collaboration between two of Scotland's culinary heavyweights: Stuart Ralston of The Aizle Hospitality Group and Isaac McHale of The Clove Club, boasting three Michelin stars between them.

The pair will serve a ten-course tasting menu celebrating their shared Scottish roots - Ralston from Glenrothes, McHale from Orkney - blending the finest Highlands and Scottish Isles produce with classical French technique and global inspirations from Sichuan to Japan. The evening begins in the Drawing Room with a whisky highball featuring kombu and burnt clementine before moving to the Georgian dining room for a ceremonial haggis course and a succession of meticulously crafted dishes.

• Location: 4-7 N Bank Street, Old Town, EH1 2LP
• When: Monday 19th January - Sunday 25th January
• Price: £32pp for their Burns Night supper menu
• Why we recommend: home to Edinburgh's biggest whisky selection, alongside a special menu for Burns Night, Whiski Rooms is the ideal location to honour the Scottish bard

Whiski Rooms is an obvious pick if you're wondering where to celebrate Burns Night in Edinburgh, boasting the city's largest and most diverse collection of whisky. Sip on a selection of vintage, Scottish spirits in quirky surroundings (you can even opt for a whisky tasting session) - just what the famous poet would have wanted.

They're also cooking up a special Burns Night dinner menu for £32 per person from the 19th - 25th January, featuring haggis, neeps and tatties with a delicious whisky cream sauce (both traditional and vegetarian options available), Whiski cranachan with raspberries, oats, whisky and cream, and a nip of Glendronach 12YO, to toast to the bard.