13 Eat & Drink in Edinburgh

It may be the capital of Scotland but that doesn’t mean you can’t explore the spicy depths of South Asia, tuck into some real Italian pizza, or take off on a culinary adventure to Latin America when dining out in Edinburgh. There are restaurants in Edinburgh to satisfy every kind of craving, from classic curry houses to fine French restaurants, USA-style steakhouses and traditional Italian trattorias, making it one of the best cities for eating out in in the UK. The only problem will be deciding which kind of cuisine to go for…

Of course you can’t take a trip to Edinburgh without trying out some Scottish cuisine. You’ll find a number of amazing Scottish restaurants located all over the city where you can sample Scottish delicacies. From haggis – a savoury pudding made from sheep’s heart, liver and lungs mixed with onion, oatmeal, suet and spices and traditionally served inside a sheep’s stomach – to the equally infamous deep-fried Mars bar, adventurous foodies will certainly have a field day in Edinburgh. For those feeling less bold, why not take advantage of the array of fresh Scottish seafood available at Edinburgh restaurants or go for an Indian-Scottish fusion dish? And be sure to try out some Edinburgh Rock candy too!

To say the Edinburgh Festival is a big deal is an understatement. Every year almost 100,000 visitors descend upon Scotland’s capital city for the largest arts festival in the world, during which the city comes alive with three weeks of theatre, comedy, music and dance performances. All those people means the competition for a space at the best restaurants in Edinburgh can be tough, but luckily Quandoo can help you beat the crowds and reserve a table, or at least some elbow space at the bar!

Even when The Edinburgh Festival is over, the city is still a hotspot for culture, home to a whole host of different theatres and entertainment venues. If you are planning a trip to one of Edinburgh’s many West End theatres, why not book a table at one of the best restaurants in Edinburgh to fuel up for the main event and really make your evening extra special? Quandoo can help you find the best restaurants in Edinburgh close to the city’s many acclaimed theatres and concert halls, such as the Edinburgh Playhouse, The King’s Theatre and Murrayfield Stadium.

As one of Europe’s top tourist destinations, finding a place to eat in the centre of Edinburgh that won’t cost a small fortune can be quite the task. It may be known for its elegant eateries and host of Michelin-star awarded venues, but that doesn’t mean that you can’t dine out at Edinburgh restaurants on a budget. The city offers lots of purse-friendly dining options, even in the top tourist destinations, perfect for travellers on a budget or the city’s large student population – you just need to know where to go. Browse Edinburgh’s top restaurants by price range on Quandoo and let us help you keep both your stomach and your bank account happy.

No matter if you are a local Edinburger looking for a hidden gem, or a traveller on the hunt for the city’s top culinary spots, Quandoo can do all of the hard work and find the best restaurants in Edinburgh for you. Easily browse the best restaurants all over Edinburgh, from the medieval Old Town all the way over to Leith, and from there quickly and simply book a table online. Whether you're craving some pasta carbonara or have a taste for Thai, need to find the perfect place for an important business lunch in the city centre, are trying to impress that special someone with a trip to one of the most romantic restaurants in Edinburgh, or need book the best venue for a big group gathering and have an evening out to remember, just download the app and let Quandoo be your own personal food guide to Edinburgh!

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