Chef Paul Kitching and manager Katie O'Brien made their names at Juniper in Manchester; when they moved north in 2009, their new venue instantly joined...
3 Royal Terrace
The Pandyas, who opened this restaurant back in the '80s, have now retired, but their nephew remains in charge of this family-run gem, which offers...
45 St Patrick SquareKicking around for more than a decade now, the Apartment was a trend-setter when it opened, offering a different menu structure to the standard...
7-13 Barclay PlaceIt's always worth keeping an eye on the Town House Collection, one of Edinburgh's boutique hotel companies, to see how it adapts its dining options. Here at...
Howard Hotel
Innovative, interesting and influential for nearly 20 years, Andrew Radford's flagship changed the rules of Edinburgh fine dining when it opened back in...
10 Cambridge Street
The sister venture to Igg's next door, Barioja is an accomplished modern take on a tapas bar. The menu lists just over 30 starter-sized portions: dishes...
19 Jeffrey StreetBell's Diner has been pursuing its simple formula on St Stephen Street since 1972, which should tell potential customers something about the effectiveness...
7 St Stephen StreetMeat is back on the menu in the premises that were once occupied by vegetarian mainstay Black Bo's. Blackfriars serves a robust and hearty menu - think...
57-61 Blackfriars StreetThis modern neighbourhood restaurant, named for its blond-wood interior, has become a real asset to the area. The menu takes an eclectic approach: dishes...
75 St Leonard's StreetUpstairs from the Atrium and also run by Andrew Radford, Blue was a real smash when it opened in 1997. It's moved in and out of vogue over the years, but...
10 Cambridge StreetAlthough it's just a few minutes' walk from the west end of Princes Street, the Bonham feels secluded. The menu in its light, spacious dining room reflects...
35 Drumsheugh GardensPortobello is not known for its restaurants, perhaps because the grand villas in the neighbourhood are mostly occupied by families who spend their money on...
13-17 Brighton Place
The team in this small establishment produces a range of dishes, a good proportion designed not to spook the local palate: cheese gyoze (cheddar in pastry...
46 West Richmond StreetThis nautical-themed venue tries to cover the whole subcontinent rather than just India, with some Thai dishes thrown in for good measure. The menu has all...
150 Commercial StreetA 2009 arrival in a downmarket block of Leith that is heading upmarket (thanks to this place and the nearby Plumed Horse, Café Fish looks the part. Lunch or...
60 Henderson Street