Smart, lively restaurant dominated by granite-topped bar and crustacean counter. Classic menus showcase prime Scottish seafood. Straightforward, tasty cooking. Well-structured service.

Delightful restaurant where a light, bright interior offsets dark floors and brown leather chairs. Brasserie classics display plenty of Scottish produce; excellent value 3 course set menu.

Popular, atmospheric, split-level bistro with bold white and crimson décor, hidden away at bottom of Royal Mile. Personally run, with friendly staff. Well-presented, seasonal dishes.

A stylish, long-standing restaurant located in the basement of a grand Edwardian hotel. The formal dining room feels luxurious and intimate, with plush banquettes and lacquered red walls hung with modern art. Intricate, modern, visually impressive co..

Stylish brasserie in a characterful Victorian hotel; once home to 'The Scotsman' newspaper. Beautiful room with ornate ceiling, dark wood panelling and minstrels' gallery. Scottish cuisine.

Small, split-level restaurant, just across from St Giles Cathedral on the Royal Mile. Simple interior; some tables overlook a rear courtyard. Seasonal menus change every six weeks, offering a mix of unfussy classics and more modern dishes.