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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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...

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Tamsin

Grainger

Apr 29, 2025

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...

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Tamsin

Grainger

Apr 29, 2025

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!

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Snacks

Sarah

Mackenzie

Apr 17, 2025

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!

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Snacks

Catriona

Laxton

Apr 14, 2025

Manna House Bakery

Incredible bakery/eatery

"Manna House Bakery" in South Queensferry in Edinburgh has great views over the Forth Rail Bridge. Come here for the super value-for-money homemade food!

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Snacks

Mark

Gorman

Apr 6, 2025

David Bann

Vegetarian food for every diet

"David Bann" Edinburgh isn't just for vegetarians, it's for anyone who enjoys good food. It's my favourite restaurant in the city, even as a meat eater.

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Diack

Apr 2, 2025

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The Best Local Restaurants in Edinburgh

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Our Locals' Favorite Restaurants

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Catriona

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Why not just trust our Locals?

Tamsin

Sarah

You?

Mark

Fiona

Catriona

Alasdair

Newhaven Harbour

Fish and chips by the sea

Tamsin

Grainger

The Haven

Delicious cakes

Tamsin

Grainger

Sabzi

Punjabi street food

Sarah

Mackenzie

S. Luca

Ice cream and sweet treats

Catriona

Laxton

Manna House Bakery

Incredible bakery/eatery

Mark

Gorman

David Bann

Vegetarian food for every diet

Fiona

Diack

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