Best Restaurants In Edinburgh City Centre

If reasonably priced restaurants in Edinburgh city centre are what you're looking for, then check out Slug and Lettuce. Rustling up everything from bottomless brunches to Sunday roasts, afternoon teas and burgers, it's a great destination for any time of day.

Located in the iconic Assembly Rooms at 54 George Street, Rio Steakhouse is a sophisticated Brazilian restaurant that's ideal for date night or group meals, but make sure you come hungry. You can enjoy unlimited Churrasco meat here, carved right in front of you by their expert Gaucho chefs.

You'll begin your meal at the gourmet salad bar, where they serve an array of delicious imported cheese, cured meats and vegetable dishes. As for the venue itself, expect ornate high ceilings, pretty foliage, plush velvet armchairs and a striking bar.

If you're looking for the best restaurants in Edinburgh Old Town, you'll certainly want to check out Luckenbooths. This casual dining destination is open all day long, meaning that banging breakfasts, scrumptious Sunday roasts and so much more are ripe for the picking.

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For sumptuous steaks, take a trip to Hawksmoor in St Andrew Square. From tender cuts of Chateaubriand to t-bone and prime rib, alongside a range of Sunday roasts too, this restaurant's menu transports meat lovers to their very own idea of heaven.

Looking for a hidden gem right in the heart of the city? Located along the Royal Mile, PIGGS is an independent wine and tapas bar, run by two brothers with a love of Spanish culture. Expect an intimate, welcoming atmosphere with dark interiors, ideal for date night.

Tuck into tasty tapas plates, ranging from classics like patatas bravas to deep-fried chorizo loaded fries or creamy grilled goat's cheese. To pair with it? one of the best selections of wines around, available by the glass or the bottle.

Founded by a former MasterChef champion, Wahaca is the place to get your fix of Mexican food. If you nab a table at the New Town eatery, you'll be washing tacos down with tequila-laced drinks in no time at all.

While a wine bar at heart, Veeno is also one of our favourite Italian restaurants in Edinburgh city centre, thanks to its menu packed with classics. Think tagliatelle ai funghi, bolognese and tiramisu, all accompanied by a refreshing glass of vino or an aperitivo.

Located in Edinburgh city centre, The Bon Vivant is ideal for everything from delicious dinners and Sunday roasts to small bites and much more. Our favourites? We recommend nabbing the hake fishcakes and the truffle parmesan chips, alongside a glass of wine.

While Lady Libertine's cool, retro interiors are enough to pull you in, it's the mouthwatering menu of top-notch grub that'll have you staying for hours. Get your chops around banging brunches or divine dinners, including brisket buns, pan-fried salmon and monkfish skewers.

Say hello to Edinburgh's pink paradise, Laila New Town and its sister site on Cockburn Street. This rose-coloured eatery is renowned for its delightful brunches (we can't get enough of the creme brulee French toast), although the dinner menu of sharing plates is sure to have you drooling at the thought too.

One of the best restaurants in Edinburgh's Old Town, Mowgli is set to be a haven of Indian cuisine. There are tiffins full of vibrant grub, top street food for munching on and a selection of authentic curries to get your lips around.

If only sushi will do for your next meal out, then YO! on Princes Street has everything you could want and more. Fronting a whole vegan menu, plenty of your favourite pieces and other Japanese classics like katsu curry, this venue is quite the contender.

The Devil's Advocate Bar & Kitchen serves as one of the best casual restaurants in Edinburgh. Check out everything from roasted cauliflower to juicy steaks and truffle chips. For drinks, we recommend the house martini or a whisky.

Inspired by countries across the world, as you'd probably guessed from its name, Le Monde is whipping up a range of tasty plates and brunch dishes. Topping it off? A menu of cocktails that highlights each global city's best booze.

A gorgeous spot near Edinburgh Castle, Angels Share is a chic boutique hotel that's hiding a beautiful restaurant and bar. Head here to dine in the decadent space, tucking into the likes of seared scallops and crème brûlée.

Settle down for a Champagne brunch or a meal of British classics thanks to Browns Brasserie & Bar, one of the best restaurants on George Street, Edinburgh. Better yet, these gorgeous interiors of hanging lights and blue leather booths are perfect for popping on Insta.

A top choice for cool restaurants in Edinburgh city centre, thanks to its accompanying lineup of theatrical cocktails, The Alchemist is great if you want a bit of everything. The international small plates and mains will have you munching on dishes such as burgers, bao buns and brunches. Plus, there's a George Street site as well.

When looking for Edinburgh restaurants with a view, you'd be hard pushed to find something better than Thai eatery Chaophraya. With Edinburgh Castle and the Firth of Forth making up the skyline when gazing out the window of this swish space, it's the perfect place for date night.

Right in the middle of Edinburgh's bustling city centre, Pizza Pilgrims is a haven for pizza lovers. Their slow-risen dough, high-quality ingredients, and passion for Neapolitan tradition result in pizzas that are both light and full of flavour.

Whether you are in the mood for a simple margherita or a decadent mushroom and truffle, you will find a menu that celebrates bold Italian flavours. The two-floor setup also means there is always something going on, from lively dinners to interactive pizza-making experiences.

When it comes to Michelin star restaurants in Edinburgh city centre, one of our absolute faves is Timberyard. Slinging out locally sourced dishes in an uber-chic converted warehouse, this highly acclaimed hotspot is not to be missed and is completely perfect for date nights.

Gaucho is your go-to for Argentinian cuts of meat. It's serving the mouthwatering morsels with eggs for brunch or accompanied by sides of mac 'n' cheese and more at dinner, making the swanky spot one of the best steak restaurants in Edinburgh city centre.

Boteco Do Brasil has to be up there for its entertainment value and parties. Chow down on Brazilian fare, from moqueca to burgers, all while sipping on rum punch or watermelon martinis and enjoying the Latin soundtrack.

This opulent retreat in the city centre is a bar, restaurant, live music and entertainment venue all in one. While The Voodoo Rooms is famous for its choice of tequila and rum, the menu of crispy tofu katsu curry or cod fillet accompanied by pommes Anna is also bound to impress.

Scottish-born Six By Nico is now a tasting menu staple in cities across the country, as well as one of the most romantic restaurants in Edinburgh city centre. Here, you'll find regularly changing, themed offerings, which include wine pairings and unique cocktails too.

Just a stone's throw from Waverly Train Station and the St James Quarter, you'll find Apex Waterloo Place Hotel putting on themed afternoon teas or jazz nights at its stylish Elliot's Bar and Restaurant. Head here for beautiful Georgian features and an outstanding meal.

One of the best Indian restaurants in Edinburgh city centre is Tantra, which transports you to South Asia with its food, entertainment and interiors. To top it off, it even has 24-carat dishes, including the slow-cooked lamb shank encrusted in golf leaf.

If you're after the best places to eat in Edinburgh city centre, El Cartel promises scrumptious eats in a fun setting. Enjoy Mexican cuisine such as pork carnitas tacos and street corn with chilli and mayo or head here for a delish frozen margarita. Not in the area? There's a Roxburgh site as well.

Number One is the place to go if you fancy a bit of fine dining in Edinburgh city centre. As it's boasted a spot in the Michelin Guide for many years now, you can bet this snazzy spot knows what's up in the good grub department. Think contemporary Scottish cuisine in slinky surrounds.

Howies Restaurant In Edinburgh has gained itself an iconic status for cooking up a storm of seasonal Scottish fare. Each and every dish (and drink, for that matter) is made with local produce, showcasing everything from traditional haggis to whole lobster and burgers.