Last year saw number of new restaurants, cafés and bars open their doors and join the long list of places that are worth checking out.
Here is part three of the new Edinburgh restaurants and bars that opened in 2024.
5. The Edinburgh Larder Morningside
Known for its ‘legendary brunch’ menu, the Edinburgh Larder, opened a second venue in Morningside Road last year. Fan favourites include full Scottish breakfasts, veggie breakfasts, eggs benedict and smoked cod, chorizo and potato hash. The café also sells seasonal cakes and locally sourced coffee | The Edinburgh Larder
6. Nadair
Located on Roseneath Street in Marchmont, Nàdair offers a different five-course set menu everyday, focussing on Scottish cuisine using local and foraged ingredients, to create experimental and bold flavours. The 20 cover, independent restaurant is the first venture between Alan Keery, who will be the restaurant's head chef, and Sarah Baldry, who will be the restaurant's pastry chef. Seasonal favourites include foraged chanterelles with cultured cream, pine, black garlic; sea trout with onion, buttermilk and sweet cicely; dry-aged sirloin with celeriac, beetroot, sea sandwort; and caramelised honey with plum, tarragon and oat | AwAyeMedia
7. Lido
A first for Musselburgh, Lido features a state-of-the-art wood-fired pizza oven, bringing authentic Neapolitan-style pizzas to the Honest Toun, alongside a curated menu of pastas, chargrilled dishes, and indulgent desserts. The restaurant also offers breakfast rolls and cakes to hearty lunches and casual evening meals | Buzzworks
8. SoftCore
Edinburgh ice cream business, SoftCore, opened a new venue on Marchmont Road in the summer. Owners said: “We believe that finding pleasure in the simple things is what makes life worth living. That's why we've created the most delicious treats, using only the finest ingredients.” Ice creams on offer include miso and caramel flavours, mango and passionfruit to Tiramisu Sundaes | NW