There’s an almost endless number of takeaways to choose from in Edinburgh, which is why it’s often so hard to decide. So we asked readers on our Facebook page their absolute favourite place to order food from in Edinburgh –from Chinese takeaways to Indian, Thai, fish and chips and kebab houses. If you’re feeling ravenous and need some delicious food ASAP, here are their recommendations of the best takeaways in Edinburgh.
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. Street Box
Street Box in Raeburn Place, Stockbridge, is a Thai street food restaurant and takeaway serving tasty curries, stir fries, rice and seafood dishes as well as a generous vegetarian offering. Photo: Google Streetview
. Pure Pizza
Based in Morningside, Pure Pizza serves "Delicious pizzas for grown ups!" You can order from an extensive range of pizzas - from meat to gluten free and vegan - from Just Eat, Uber Eats and Deliveroo. Photo: Pure Pizza
. Kebab Mahal
"Best in the world," said one fan of Kebab Mahal in Nicolson Square. Not only does this Indian and kebab takeaway have our readers' praise - it has won Takeaway of the Year twice at the Scottish Curry Awards. Photo: JPIMedia
. Bandits
"Bandits do a banging burger and dirty fries," said one reader of this fast food takeaway in Leith Arches. Using quality Highland beef from a butchers in Burntisland, there are also vegan options, dirty fries and wings on offer. Photo: Bandits
. Silver Bowl
Silver Bowl is a much-loved Chinese takeaway in Leith Walk, serving "happiness in a bowl", as they put it. "Absolutely delicious," wrote one customer, "The portion size is amazing. The food arrives piping hot. Probably the best Chinese takeaway in Edinburgh." Photo: Google Maps
9. Gorgie Fish Bar
The Gorgie Fish Bar in Gorgie Road is a "no frills" chippy which is considered among the best in Edinburgh. Order your fish and chips, pizza, kebab, burger, or even pasta dish via Just Eat. Photo: Gorgie Fish Bar
10. The Curry Leaf
"The Curry Leaf never disappoints," wrote one reader of this Indian and Bangladeshi takeaway in Brunstfield Place. Choose from a mouthwatering selection of biriyani, tandoor, and "good old oriental" dishes. Photo: Google Maps
11. Taste Good
Taste Good in Slateford Road serves up a variety of tempting Chinese dishes. "My go-to Chinese restaurant," wrote one customer, "Their food is of consistently high quality and good value too. The salt and chilli chips are especially delicious." Photo: Google Maps
12. Best Kebab
Best Kebab in Leith Walk is one of the city's best-loved kebab houses. They offer everything a hungry person could need: burgers, pizzas, fried chicken, wraps, and of course kebabs. Photo: Google Maps