In Edinburgh we are spoilt for choice for delicious dining out experiences.
If you find yourself in New Town – after a day spent in Princes Street Gardens, exploring the museums or shopping in George Street and St James Quarter – you might struggle to decide on the best place for a bite to eat.
Well, we’re here to help you narrow it down. Here are the most highly rated restaurants in Edinburgh’s New Town, according to Google reviews.
Well, we’re here to help you narrow it down. Here are the most highly rated restaurants in Edinburgh’s New Town, according to Google reviews.
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The best restaurants in Edinburgh's New Town, according to Google reviews (picture: @saporesocial for New Town Fox) Photo: New Town Fox
. The Pakora Bar
Run by the Singh family, The Pakora Bar started out as a hobby at food festivals. Now they serve their mother's recipes for pakora and Punjabi street food at their restaurant in Hanover Street. They have earned an impressive 4.7 (out of 5) from 759 Google reviews, with one customer just saying: "WOW". Photo: Contributed
. Educated Flea
Educated Flea in Broughton Street serves a mix of Scottish produce with flavours from around the world. "This cracking wee place is one of our favourites in Edinburgh," wrote one reviewer, "a real wee gem of a local restaurant". It has an impressive score of 4.7 from 285 Google reviews. Photo: Other
. New Town Fox
New Town Fox specialises in modern Scottish flavours presented pleasingly. From breakfast stacks and coffee, to wagyu beef burgers for lunch, to haggis ravioli in the evening - there's something for everyone. Its Google rating is 4.7 (123 reviews). Photo: @saporesocial for New Town Fox
9. Chaophraya
The second Thai on our list is Chaophraya in Castle Street. Enjoy cocktails and Thai cuisine in a rooftop setting with views of Edinburgh Castle here. Reviewers describe the food as "delicious" the views "stunning", and the restaurant "pristine". Rating: 4.5 (1,793 reviews). Photo: Chaophraya Edinburgh Facebook
10. BABA
BABA in George Street offers Mediterranean mezze in a "rustic-chic" environment. Inspired by flavours of the Levant, there are a wonderful variety of hummus and - of course - baba ganoush to die for. There are options of small mezze plates to share or larger grill dishes to indulge in. Rating: 4.5 (758 reviews). Photo: Google
11. The Ivy on the Square
Fancy a spot of afternoon tea? Or perhaps you'd prefer breakfast, cocktails, or brasserie-style bites? The Ivy On the Square is the place to indulge. Overlooking St Andrew Square, and just two minutes from the Scott Monument, it has a Google rating of 4.4 (1,700 reviews). Photo: supplied
12. Contini
Contini combines Italian cookery with fresh Scottish ingredients at its restaurant in George Street. And during lockdown, they even launched a home delivery service, Contini at Home. Rating: 4.4 (866 reviews). Photo: Contini