Hot on the heels of Edinburgh being named the ‘Most Exciting Food Destination for 2025’ by The Good Food Guide, The Guardian’s food critics have selected 10 incredible restaurants in the Scottish capital everyone should try.
Take a look through our photo gallery to see which Edinburgh eateries the esteemed publication opted for – and let us know your own thoughts on the selections in the comments section before you go.
1. 10 restaurants not to miss in Edinburgh
Take a look through our gallery to see 10 restaurants not to miss in Edinburgh, according to The Guardian. Photo: Third Party
2. The Palmerston
Where: 1 Palmerston Place, Edinburgh. thepalmerstonedinburgh.co.uk. The Guardian says: Few restaurants have claimed the heart of Edinburgh residents quite like The Palmerston Photo: The Palmerston
3. Ardfern
Where: 10-12 Bonnington Road, Edinburgh. wwwardfern.uk. The Guardian says: Ardfern has become part of the fabric of Leith. Photo: Ardfern
4. Pomelo
Where: 27 Sciennes Road, Edinburgh www.pomelocafe.co.uk. The Guardian says: The windows steam up and you’ll bump elbows with a neighbour, but I promise you won’t care. Photo: Pomelo