3 Best British Restaurants in Edinburgh

“The Ivy On The Square Edinburgh features a vibrant dining space alongside a bar and a striking mezzanine terrace overlooking Edinburgh's historic St Andrew Square just off of Edinburgh High Street. Their team serves modern British and international Ivy-inspired classics. They have a dedicated weekend brunch menu with some delicious alternatives to their mid-week à la carte and a drinks menu. Their specially created cocktail menu features a variety of classic and modern selections. The Ivy On The Square Edinburgh is the ideal spot for tourists, shoppers, and locals alike to enjoy breakfast, lunch, and dinner. The restaurant offers a sophisticated space with an updated vintage vibe, featuring large windows and a classic brasserie menu. The Ivy On The Square Edinburgh offers modern British cuisine alongside café-style classics and fantastic vegan and vegetarian dishes, ensuring there's something for everyone to love. Enjoy the finest ingredients and flavours with their seasonal menus, featuring refined dishes and their ever-changing monthly specials. Private dining and gift cards are also available at the restaurant.”

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“Makars Mash Bar proudly sources their meats and vegetables from local farms that meet their high standards. The restaurant offers Scottish comfort food with vegetarian and vegan options in a cosy setting. Their friendly staff make you feel comfortable and well cared for, and their passion for food and the city makes for a fantastic dining experience. Their food is inspired by the fine local craft farmers, breweries, and distillers buzzing with excitement in Scotland. They carefully select combinations of local ingredients to create small-batch dishes with bags of rich flavours. Add to this their keen appreciation of wines and spirits from further afield. Their food and service are amongst the most highly rated in Edinburgh, and they work daily to keep it that way. An outdoor setting is also available at the Makars Mash Bar.”

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“The Kitchin serves modern British dishes using French techniques and high-quality Scottish ingredients. The restaurant was opened by husband and wife team Tom & Michaela Kitchin on Edinburgh’s Leith waterfront. At The Kitchin, Chef Tom Kitchin combines his training with top chefs and Scottish heritage. Fresh produce arrives daily from selected suppliers, and all meat and fish are butchered and filleted in-house each day. The restaurant uses French techniques to prepare Scottish produce in a refined, chic, converted whisky warehouse. With grey tabletops and woven placemats, their relaxed atmosphere offers diners a chance to fully relax and enjoy the theatre of cooking. Their talented team will design your menu accordingly. Their exclusive private dining room can accommodate parties of up to 20 guests. Whether a private celebration, wedding, birthday party or any special event, their team will make it truly memorable for you and your guests. Gift vouchers are available here.”

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