It comes as Accor reveals the top 15 UK foodie destinations outside of London, and the best cities to visit for each cuisine. The research analysed each location against its number of Michelin stars, Instagram and TikTok statistics, Google reviews, OpenTable, news outlets analysis and social sentiment to generate a score out of 100.
Edinburgh received an overall score of 86, placing it in second, just behind Sheffield. The city also has the highest number of restaurants in the Michelin Guide listings, and was found to be the top UK destination for lovers of Spanish cuisine.
Take a look through our photo gallery to see all 34 Edinburgh restaurants in the Michelin Guide listings.
17. Purslane
Where: 33a St. Stephen Street, Edinburgh, EH3 5AH, United Kingdom. The Michelin Guide says: The young chef-owner creates ambitious modern dishes which mix tried-and-tested flavours with contemporary techniques. Lunch is particularly good value. Photo: Third Party
18. The Broughton
Where: 46-48A Broughton Street, Edinburgh, EH1 3SA, United Kingdom. The Michelin Guide says: Menus are short but appealing, with traditional dishes given an attractive modern makeover. Photo: Third Party
19. Borough
Where: 50-54 Henderson Street, Leith, EH6 6DE, United Kingdom. The Michelin Guide says: Well-crafted, keenly priced dishes have a clean, modern style. Seasonal Scottish produce is kept to the fore, with usually no more than 4 ingredients featured on each plate. Photo: Third Party
20. The Scran & Scallie
Where: 1 Comely Bank Road, Stockbridge, Edinburgh, EH4 1DT, United Kingdom. The Michelin Guide says: Bib Gourmand: good quality, good value cooking. Extensive menus follow a ‘Nature to Plate’ philosophy and focus on the classical and the local. Photo: Third Party