With gems like these, Leith puts Edinburgh city centre to shame.
The coastal neighbourhood has a wild number of fabulous eateries on offer – from Michelin starred restaurants to cosy bistros.
You’re really spoilt for choice in this coolest part of town, with cuisines ranging from fresh Scottish seafood to tapas, Italians, and honest pub grub.
These are the best restaurants in Leith, according to their ratings on Google reviews.
You’re really spoilt for choice in this coolest part of town, with cuisines ranging from fresh Scottish seafood to tapas, Italians, and honest pub grub.
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The best restaurants in Leith, Edinburgh (photo by Fishers) Photo: Fishers
. The Kitchin
The Kitchin in Commercial Quay has been in the news in recent weeks, after staff were suspended over bullying allegations. However, Tom Kitchin's Michelin Star restaurant on the waterfront is still a firm favourite - with its mix of seasonal Scottish cuisine and French techniques earning 4.8 stars on Google (1,312 reviews). Photo: SNS Group
. Ostara
Tucked away in Coburg Street, Ostara has 4.8 star rating out of 395 Google reviews. It serves breakfast, lunch and dinner with seasonal, locally sourced ingredients from small Scottish producers. Photo: Jessica Shurte
. Domenico's
Cafe Domenico is a cosy spot serving traditional Italian cuisine. Tucked in Sandport Street, just round the corner from The Shore, they are known for their fresh and authentic dishes, from truffle bruschetta to homemade meatball linguine. On Google they rank a high 4.8 (360 reviews). Photo: Domenicos
9. Pizza Geeks
Pizza Geeks only opened their Commercial Street pizzeria in March, but they've already received 4.7 rating (32 reviews). Starting as a street food venture, they serve handmade Neopolitan inspired pizzas with weird and wonderful geek culture-inspired names. Photo: Contributed
10. Tapa
Tapa serves authentic Spanish cuisine - tapas style - at its restaurant in Shore Place, just around the corner from The Shore. Google reviews have praised the churros, helpful staff, and relaxed atmosphere. It has a score of 4.6 out of 641 reviews. Photo: Tapa
11. Basils
Found in Annfield Road, Basils is the perfect place for a relaxed meal and a cocktail or pint of beer. They serve crowd pleasers like burgers, steak, and fish and chips and have some great vegan options (do try the cauliflower fritters). Google rating is 4.6 out of 158 reviews. Photo: Rachel Stickle
12. The Chop House
The Chop House boasts of serving the 'best steak in the city'. Found in a former cork warehouse in Constitution Street, The Chop House specialises in Scottish beef, butchered and dry-aged in house and cooked over a charcoal grill. It has a 4.6 Google rating (907 reviews). Photo: The Chop House