Grill pub in Edinburgh

“We came up to Edinburgh from London in April for a friend’s 50th and came here on our last day for breakfast and it did not disappoint A beautiful place with amazing food and excellent service. My friend said that the haggis here was the best she’d ever tasted. It was my first time trying haggis and it was delicious as was everything else on my plate including the black pudding which I don’t usually enjoy. Going here was an excellent start to our last day in beautiful Edinburgh.”

“We had a fabulous meal here recently. The service was second to none (provided us with a table for 4, even when there was only 2 of us as it was so busy!) the staff were attentive and the speed of the drinks/starter/main was about the best I've experienced. Recommend the Chateaubriand, sides of potato Dauphinoise, Mac and cheese, seasoned steak chips and chilli broccolini. We also had the vegetarian Empanadas as a starter which were also delicious. A well priced selection of red wines to compliment as well.”

“An absolute standout in Leith and one of the best seafood meals I’ve had, period. The atmosphere was warm and effortlessly refined. Our waiter was exceptional—elegant, incredibly knowledgeable, and perfectly attentive without ever being intrusive. The food was beyond delicious: beautifully presented, impeccably fresh, and full of flavour. Anyways, couldn’t recommend this restaurant more highly. A true gem and a must-visit if you ever are in the area.”

“Came in for some lunch, staff were very nice and had quick service, burger was very tasty and probably the best one ive had in Edinburgh so far. Would 100% recommend to anyone to try this place!!”

“Decent local pub that is welcoming to all ages.”

“The masters of sour beer in a lovely setting with good food to accompany it. At the moment it is Asian food such as Bao Buns, I'm not sure if the food offering changes from time to time as it is described as 'pop up' online. Sadly I'm not local to be a regular visitor. If you know the sort of beer Vault City so, then you know if this will be your thing. They have a vast selection of their own beers with some guests as well, and a well stocked can fridge too. I would like to see cask beer supported ideally, but it's great for what Vault City do so well- amazing sour beer. Staff were super friendly too.”

“We enjoyed a delicious meal at the Lobster Pot after our visit to Blackness Castle. What fun, quirky decor. Our server was so friendly. We did let her know we were taking a bus and she accommodated our time restrictions as best she could which we really appreciated especially given how busy it was. My husband had an 11/10 burger. I had the chips and scampi. Absolutely delicious and probably some of the best chips I’ve ever had. We will visit again the next time we’re in Scotland.”

“Ended up here for a meal one evening, our waiter Max was very dedicated, friendly & provided a professional service throughout our meal which was nice to see. Overall the service was prompt, the food took a bit longer than expected however, it was definitely worth the wait upon service. Parking facilities are available on site for free which is ideal and hygiene is followed at a high level which was evident around the restaurant - would recommend!”

“Amazing service. First Edinburgh experience and it as so welcoming! Great bartender.”

“Full respect to the chefs and whole team, thank you. Great food was very tasty, appreciate all little details on each plate. Very enjoyed today Christmas lunch. Nice choice of wine too.”

“Went on a Thursday with no booking and, although there was an hour wait outside, the queue moved quicker than expected. Once inside, the atmosphere was Christmassy, warm, and festive. Service was excellent, and our waitress Cecile was fantastic - attentive, friendly, and checked in on us throughout. A lovely experience overall.”

“Food was delicious, we ordered the Cullen Skink and the Lager Battered Haddock, both were exquisite. Vincent’s service was also really good too, he recommended us the Cullen Skink and he couldn’t have been more accurate!”

“Excellent food & service for our annual Christmas night out. Cannot recommend enough! thank you!!”

“First time visiting the Royal since family moved to Penicuik. Stopped by for some food. The portions were very generous and tasted amazing. The Haggis Balls were excellent and the Pulled Pork was too. Friendly service, prompt and a very nice establishment. Worth checking out when in town.”

“I went there to watch the football match Spain-Scotland. The atmosphere was simply wonderful, the waiting service friendly and careful. The beer was great. In the evening there is not an extended choice of food, this is maybe the only little issue, but there's plenty of stuff to drink. Just perfect. Cannot reccomend it more.”

“Lovely little cozy restaurant, serves appetizing Venezuelan dishes! I believe it is family run, so the dishes have a homely taste. Overall budget friendly and worth a try!”

“Used to love Toro Latino before it refurbished into the current form. Staff told me it’s still the same owner but Seafood-themed instead of beef. Chicken espetada is as delicious as it used to be, goat cheese & mushroom croquettes are incredibly complex in flavor, will definitely visit again!”

“Great beer & spirit selection, food was fantastic and hot. Great place to visit for lunchtime food”

“Great little Scottish pub. Wife and I were there a couple years ago while staying in South Queensferry on a trip to the Open when it was at St. Andrews. Came back on another trip to Edinburgh with more of the family this summer and it was the one place that was already circled when we came back to Scotland from the States. The locals are fun to hang with, the staff is super friendly and the meat pies were the best I've had in two trips to Scotland. The one thing I'd like to point out and give a HUGE thanks for is that we made a reservation for dinner several months in advance and the day and time we reserved was actually a time the kitchen was closed. They actually brought in extra staff to open the kitchen just for us and honored the reservation when they could have easily reached out later and said no. If around the Edinburgh area I'd absolutely recommend stopping here for a pint and some food. The little harbor is just a short walk away and views of the three bridges is worth it. If driving, parking can be tricky but there's a free lot on Rose Ln. - turn in between the pizza shop and Priory church and head towards the Firth.”

“Couldn't have been better if we'd tried! What an absolute gem of a restaurant. The food. The foooooooood! It was *chef's kiss*. Literally. The serving staff were delightfully charming, and the atmosphere is simply perfect. I could see myself hiding down there on a cold winter's night. Do yourself a favour and get the haggis starter. You won't find better haggis anywhere, I can promise you that. It was just perfection. Slightly peppery, topped with a sauce of happiness. You can't go wrong. And the filet was divine. It comes with the best fried potato I've ever had. Full stop. Just get in here and enjoy. Oh and get the paloma. It's decadent but light and refreshing all at the same time.”

“Mrs. A & I stumbled upon this AMAZING property while looking for a place to eat on our last night in Edinburgh. It reminded us so much of our go to Italian restaurant here, across the pond. The place was PACKED with locals, which to us is always a very good sign. We believe it to be a family run restaurant & they treat you like family !! A MUST (& it is NOT often that I give the FULL FIVE !!) Grazie - SPA007”

“Milly, really appreciate and enjoyed your service!!! Excellent choices of whiskey and great choices of veggie burgers. Thank you all for an amazing experience!! Milly, it was great seeing how you served everyone with smile. Very quality food specially vegetarian burger. Thank you team. Definitely a place for everyone to try!!”

“Great Burger I had their signature fox burger. Guy working there said it's the least ordered on the menu but I can't understand why because it was amazing. Highly recommend! Plenty of good pints on draught too”

“I could not find the name of this place for the life of me! My husband and I trotted in August 2024 and were greeted and served by Duncan. Firstly his service was outstanding super welcoming, patient, and informational. Our food and drinks were delicious. The restaurant is located in such a cute little corner near the castle and when you sit outside you can have such a beautiful view. I hope I’m blessed with another opportunity to visit again!”

“Most lists have this as the place to go for a top notch whisky selection and I see why. Wonderfully designed flights to provide whatever variety you want. Couple this with 391 more you could try off the self and you’ll need to have an exit plan and a way to get home. The flights give very generous pours. It’s worth it to share the flight. I loved my tour of Scotland and the help the staff gave with the journey was invaluable. The food was borderline boutique but plentiful and very good. Sitting outside provides a nice feel for people watching and the inside is a great slice of history. A must stop.”

“This is a hidden gem! We were directed to all of the normal tourist spots for dinner but decided to check it out online. We stayed at a hotel close by and happened to see this place on the map. The online menu and reviews prompted us here and I speak for my whole family when I say we were not disappointed. The portions were a little small but their qualities more than made up for it. The unique combinations of ingredients was exciting and irresistible. Every bite was a delight and discovery of the intricacies of the dish. Well done to the chef! Also, the plating was a feast for the eyes and I have to admit that I left feeling quite full.”

“Absolutely fantastic meal! Little gem in Livingston. Very reasonably priced and great service. Can't recommend it more!! Food was all fresh and deliciously tasty! Menu about to change next week so we'll be back soon!”

“Absolutely love this place. Not just as a pool venue but as a pub In general. Great pint, great tables, great staff and great locals. Best booster around!!!!!!”

“Cute and cozy theatre. Really friendly and helpful staff!”