Bored of the usual dining experiences? We feel you. Sometimes you need a little something to spice things up at your meal, whether that's live music, cabaret artists or fun games to take part in.
We've rounded up the top cool and quirky spots all over the city for a little fun with your food, from modern breweries to Latin American-themed eateries. So for the very best Edinburgh restaurants with entertainment, check out our helpful guide.
Make your way over to Edinburgh's West End to discover Patina, a stylish bar and restaurant inspired by both Parisian cafes and late-night jazz bars in New Orleans. They host regular live music performances too, with a focus on 1950s-style jazz.
Sip on creative cocktails while you enjoy the mellow rhythms, paired with a sumptuous food menu. We're talking oxtail ragu pappardelle, fried chicken sandwiches and Scottish cheese plates.
A lively bar and restaurant just off of the Royal Mile, Brewhemia is home to 12 copper tanks filled with award-winning beers, served fresh from their brewery. The decor is inspired by the life of Rabbie Stewart, across five bespoke areas that range from a Scottish taproom to a Parisian cocktail bar and an Italian cafe.
They've also got a stage that sees all sorts of brilliant artists performing on it. From brass bands to drag queens and cabaret stars, you'll find it all here. And while you watch? Tuck into European eats like chicken schnitzel, charcuterie boards, Black Forest burgers and more.
Hosting their famous live monster shows every single night, Frankenstein / Bierkeller is the place to be for a meal with a spooky twist. They use lights, music, sound effects and an animatronic Frankenstein monster to create this spectacle, while you tuck into everything from 12-inch barbecue chicken pizzas to parmesan and truffle loaded fries.
The German-themed venue also specialises in steins of great beer, which you can enjoy alongside DJ sets on the weekends. Plus, they host Edinburgh's biggest karaoke night on Sundays.
A stylish boutique hotel with a bar and restaurant on site, Angels Share is a great dining destination on Hope Street. Expect decadent interiors like crystal chandeliers, plush leather seating and lots of mirrors, as well as live music performances every Thursday, Friday and Saturday.
The menu is just as enticing as the entertainment, featuring the likes of cured bacon cheeseburgers, harissa-spiced lentil and beetroot pastrami or lamb shoulder with fried potatoes.
One of the most stunning spots on out list, The Botanist is a top choice of cool restaurants with entertainment in Edinburgh city centre. Situated in St James' Quarter, this venue is filled with rustic furnishings, pretty lights and lots of greenery.
Their extensive menu features everything from crispy chicken burgers to mezze boards, as well as their signature hanging kebabs. You can enjoy these with a floral cocktail, while enjoying free live music on the weekends.
@ Ghillie Dhu on Various dates from Sunday 7th June 2026
Tuck into a three-course Scottish feast at Ghillie Dhu while epic entertainment unfolds around you. Your host, the Ghillie Dhu Piper, will guide you through an unforgettable evening of live music, folklore and Highland dancing.
When dinner is served, you'll tuck into the likes of butternut squash soup, haggis with whisky cream and seasonal greens, and an assiette of desserts. Snap up your tickets to this epic evening from just £38.15.
