The Best Local Restaurants in Edinburgh
Explore the best local restaurants in Edinburgh. From traditional Scottish cuisine to international flavors, our Spotters have discovered the best places for every food lover. Enjoy a delicious charcuterie board at Nott Wine Bar or savor classic fish and chips by the sea at Newhaven Harbour. For those seeking plant-based options, check out David Bann. Discover these and many more local favorites for a delicious dining experience in Edinburgh.
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Kukina
The borek place
"Kukina" in Edinburgh is known among my circle of friends as 'the borek place.' But I have to admit: once I had one their gozleme, I could never go back...
by
Fiona
Diack
Nott Wine Bar
Charcuterie boards & artisan coffee
Edinburgh's Leith Walk is filling up fast with trendy new coffee shops, bakeries, and local maker stores - "Nott Wine Bar" is one of my favourites!
by
Sarah
Mackenzie
Newhaven Harbour
Fish and chips by the sea
Cute, quaint "Newhaven Harbour" is a hidden gem in Edinburg. Try walking around the area - it will take you about an hour...
by
Tamsin
Grainger
The Haven
Delicious cakes
The joy of "The Haven" café is its friendliness. Its staff is always welcoming and the fare is really pretty good - it makes me feet at home...
by
Tamsin
Grainger
Sabzi
Punjabi street food
"Sabzi" in Edinburgh used to be a Blockbuster video store, then it became a pop-up restaurant. Now it serves wonderful heart-warming Punjabi street food!
by
Sarah
Mackenzie
S. Luca
Ice cream and sweet treats
"S. Luca" has been one of my favorite places in Edinburgh since I was a kid. What they're famous for is their own brand of ice cream - and I love it!
by
Catriona
Laxton
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