The food bible has been published by French tyre company Michelin since way back in 1900. The 2025 Michelin Guide awards up to three Michelin stars for excellence to a select few establishments, while it awards Bib Gourmands and recommends others.
Following the big announcement in February, Edinburgh now has seven one-Michelin-star restaurants – more than any other city in Scotland – but a number of other eateries are recommended in the 2025 guide.
Scroll through our photo gallery to see every restaurant from Edinburgh and the Lothians to feature in the Michelin Guide 2025 – and find out what the publication’s critics say about them.
5. Dean Banks at the Pompadour
Where: 4 Lothian Road, Edinburgh, EH1 2AB. The Michelin Guide’s says: The Pompadour is one of the city’s most famous restaurant names and it sits within one of its best-known hotels, The Caledonian – if you’re lucky, you may get one of the tables that look up to the Castle. Photo: Third Party
6. Sotto
Where: 28 Deanhaugh Street, Edinburgh EH4 1LY. The Michelin Guide says: Whether you opt for one of the pastas or the fish of the day, it’s all simple, fresh and wholly enjoyable. Photo: Third Party
7. The Kitchin
Where: 78 Commercial Quay, Leith, EH6 6LX, United Kingdom. One Michelin star. The Michelin Guide says: Choose from the perfectly balanced à la carte or opt for one of the surprise, vegetarian or prestige tasting menus. Photo: Third Party
8. Noto
Where: 47a Thistle Street, Edinburgh, EH2 1DY, United Kingdom. The Michelin Guide says: Well-conceived dishes display influences which span the globe, with a particular focus on Asia. Save room for the luscious Michel Cluizel chocolate and miso dessert. Noto has been awarded a Bib Gourmand, which recognises restaurants serving quality food at a lower price point. Photo: Third Party