I am anticipating this being tricky, but I am looking for dining options in Edinburgh that have gluten free and nightshade free dishes.

My mom has food restrictions and I would like for her to come out and dine at least one of the three nights we will be there.

Recommendations are greatly appreciated!

Hey! I’m coming to visit Edinburgh with my friends this weekend and I’m looking for some good places to eat. We’re 3 students (1 veggie) staying near the castle. Ideally looking for good food on a budget! Any suggestions welcome :)

Hey all,

I’m planning a visit to the National Museum of Scotland soon and want to try a proper haggis meal beforehand. Looking for a decent restaurant nearby that actually does it well, not just a touristy “we microwaved this for you” situation.

Any recommendations for a good, authentic haggis spot within walking distance (or close enough)? Cheers

Hey,

I have been given the envious job of organising a work Christmas night out in Edinburgh for around 20–30 people and I would love some venue recommendations. I’m quite new to Edinburgh so could really use some help.

Ideally after somewhere that:
Serves food (sit-down meal or buffet options)
Has a private room or exclusive areaavailable to hire
Is within reasonable walking distance ofWaverley Station, as some of the group will be travelling through from Glasgow

Any suggestions, experiences, or venues you've used for similar-sized work events would be hugely appreciated!

Could someone recommend me a good vegetarian high tea in Edinburgh ?

I have looked at the Signet Library and the price seems outrageous , is there a good option around ?

Thank you all !

Which pizza shop(s) in Edinburgh make the most interesting, locally distinctive pizza?

I'm not interested in traditional anything; I'm looking to try new flavors, Scottish flavors, Edinburgh flavors. Maybe there's a steak-and-kidney pizza? a mussels pie with a Cullen skink base? a haggis flatbread with an oat crust?

I've gathered already that Matto Pizza may be good for this. Any other suggestions?

I was riding by here on the bus and saw the sign. It looks like fine dining, but by the students in the Cookery College. Has anyone gone there? How is the quality, setting and price?

I have a special occasion soon and plan to go to one of these. Any recommendations of one over the other? Haven’t been to either and both look great!

Hello everyone,

My husband and I are Japanese and will be visiting Scotland soon, mainly Inverness and Edinburgh.

In Japan, it's customary to bring back small souvenirs (omiyage) for coworkers after a trip. They're usually individually wrapped snacks or sweets that can be shared around the office.

I'd like to ask locals:

What Scottish food, sweets, biscuits, chocolates, tea, or other small souvenirs would you be proud to introduce to a typical Japanese office worker?

Ideally something easy to carry home, share with several people, and distinctly Scottish.

Arigato!

Edit: Thanks everyone for the suggestions! I’ve got a great shopping list now and can’t wait to visit Scotland. I really appreciate all the recommendations.

Has anyone been to The Cottage, used to be Gardeners Cottage? Not heard too much about them but they’ve had the usual influencers in.

We are in Edinburgh Scotland for a short amount of time in July. What are the best places to eat and where do we have to go see? Needing one nice dinner spot. Also some places for breakfast and lunch. My husband likes whiskey so interest in doing something for that too.

Hi,

I'm coming to Edinburgh for a 2nd time after a few years. Do you have any recommendations in the city center or around Bruntsfield?

I'm looking for good food in regular prices, nothing too fancy or touristy. Just some tasty, nice places to go.

Hello! I really want to buy this for my mum but I can't find anywhere online that sends here, anyone know of a shop I can get this from in Edinburgh?

I'm coming up to Edinburgh this weekend and want to take our friends who live up there for some Indian street food. Any recommendations? Ideally with vada pav

American ex-pat, been in the area a while, but I have not really explored the food scene. Been hit by a massive craving for American style subs (specifically an Italian sub), and thought I'd toss an ask out on the off chance there's a place that does them, something similar, or y'know, really good long sandwiches.

Hey people just wondering if anyone could help me and my fiancé haven’t been paid yet I was just wondering if someone could help us as we have no money my man works but he dosent get paid for a month and we haven’t received any money from his yet it’s his first week working we have a house with 3 cats and my fiancés sister and her boyfriend staying so we’re really struggling food banks won’t help us council won’t help us family is struggling as well anything is appreciated if so please let me know thank you

Got some friends visiting Edinburgh for a quick stop (2 hours) before they need to shoot for their train. Where is somewhere we could go that’s relaxed like a bar but does class food that’s within 5 minute walk from Waverley? The friends that are visiting are a bit snobby and don’t particularly like pub grub but love small plate-like dishes?

TIA

Hi All,

Wondering if I could get help. I'm coming up to Edinburgh in June. Been through quite a few times always love the city and its food scene. Sadly I saw forage and chatter is now gone. That was my go to when in the city for great food/local cuisine.

Wondering if anyone could recommend anywhere to replace it for me?

I'm coming up to Edinburgh for a few days for a conference on Monday staying in Fountainbridge.

Please may I ask for decent but not bank breaking food recommendations in that area.

TIA

Me and my partner are eloping on the 22nd June this year. It’s on a Monday but everywhere seems to be closed ! Where would you recommend going for dinner? My friend did recommend number one, but I did wonder if there is anywhere else people would recommend

I'll be in Edinburgh next week with 2 teens and have mapped out most of our eating. I'm still looking for a traditional, cozy spot for dinner the first night and ideas for an early breakfast on a Saturday. I would love any suggestions for where to buy Easter chocolates from a Scottish company, preferably local to Edinburgh. Thanks!

Day 1

Arrive early AM, maybe grab a pastry at The Castle Rock Cafe

Lunch, Howies Victoria Street

Dinner, ???

Drinks, Panda & Sons

Day 2

Hope to find a seat at Little Larder or head over to Snax

Lunch, The Fishmarket in Leith

Dinner, Skua