Eat Out to Help Out, the government scheme which allows customers to eat out for half price throughout August, has been used more than 35 million times in its first two weeks, according to the latest Treasury results. The deal, which sees restaurants, pubs and cafes offer 50 per cent off the bill, up to a maximum discount of £10 per head, Monday-Wednesday, has proved so popular and kept many businesses busy, that some are extending it into September – without government help. Here we take a look at a range of Capital bars and restaurants that are extending the scheme.
5. Kyloe Restaurant & Grill
Diners at Kyloe can tuck into one of the restaurant’s famous Scottish steaks while enjoying incredible views of Edinburgh Castle. Photo: Kyloe Restaurant & Grill
6. The Huxley
Located in the West End of Princes Street, The Huxley is an Edinburgh institution and both the bar and upstairs restaurant, Kyloe, are extending the Eat Out to Help Out discount. Photo: The Huxley
7. McLarens on the Corner
Morningside’s McLarens on the Corner pub was transformed into a community hub for Edinburgh foodies to enjoy restaurant quality dining, street food, cocktails and craft ale back in May. Now the neighbourhood bar is extending the popular scheme so that diners can continue to enjoy the discount. Photo: Contributed
8. The Queens Arms
Offering simple food in cosy, relaxing surroundings, The Queens Arms serves a variety of comfort food dishes, from fish and chips to pies and a grilled cheese and ham toastie - all of which can be enjoyed with money off this September, from Monday-Wednesday. Photo: The Queens Arms