Connecting Leith to Edinburgh city centre, Leith Walk is a treasure trove of independent businesses.
Don’t let the tram works deter you – if you’re looking for a bite to eat, this is one of the best areas in the Capital to visit.
Here are the top rated restaurants in Leith Walk, ranked according to their ratings on Google reviews.

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The best restaurants and places to eat in Leith Walk, Edinburgh (Photos: Origano, La Casa, Walnut) Photo: Other

. Simply Greek
Simply Greek is a Greek restaurant and takeaway at 12 Crighton Place. Expect massive portions and reasonable prices for gyros, skewers, and more at this grill house, considered one of the best Greek eateries in Edinburgh Photo: Google Streetview

. Orinoco
Orinoco Latin Food is a restaurant and takeaway in 281 Leith Walk. Enjoy Venezuelan dishes, empanadas, arepas, and delicious street food. Photo: Orinoco

5. La Casa
La Casa is a Mediterranean restaurant in 297 Leith Walk specialising in tapas and mezze. "Each dish was absolutely delicious," wrote one customer, "I can't recommend this place enough". Photo: La Casa

6. Bodega
Bodega in 14-15 Albert Place is a modern style taqueria offering Mexican street-style tacos with fillings from all over the world. Enjoy it with a margarita or one of their classic Mexican cocktails. Photo: Bodega

7. La Favorita
La Favorita is a pizzeria in 331-325 Leith Walk serving authentic wood-fired pizza and tantalising pasta dishes. You can eat in or order a delivery. Photo: UGC

8. Brass Monkey
Brass Monkey is a cracking pub in 362 Leith Walk offering quality pub scran. There are 18 keg and cask lines offering beer from local breweries to wash it all down. Photo: Facebook