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3 Blind Mice
Diners’ top pick
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Price: Expensive
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Pizzeria
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4.8
(44)
Experience Pizza like never before! At 3 Blind Mice, we provide exceptional pizzas, sides and salads alongside the perfect frosted pint, the finest wines, or fabulous cocktails, all served by our amazing team. So, if you're looking for pizza excellence in a spectacular setting, we think you'll enjoy it here.
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Casablanca Cocktail Club
Price: Moderate
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Cocktail Bar
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4.7
(173)
Edinburgh’s most opulent cocktail lounge & late night party venue
A late night playground of mystery, elegance and ostentatious luxury. Only those who know will experience the pleasure of Casablanca Cocktail Club. Hidden beneath an understated façade, signalled by two red lights, lives an otherworldly den of unapologetic extravagance. Party every Friday and Saturday and on Sunday enjoy our decadent Drag night.
Open Friday (6pm), Saturday (5pm) & Sunday from 7pm
DJ's, Singers and Musicians from opening until late.
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Edinburgh - Bucks Bar Grindlay Street
Price: Moderate
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American
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4.8
(331)
Welcome to Bucks Bar Edinburgh Grindlay St. We look forward to welcoming you!
The best free range buttermilk fried chicken you've ever tasted! New to Edinburgh, Buck's is a rock’n’roll bar specialising in authentic buttermilk fried chicken, seriously addictive Nashville hot chicken, cocktails, beers and Bourbon.
Live music every Saturday night!
40% Off Selected Cocktails Monday - Wednesday weekly offers
www.bucksbar.co.uk
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La Garrigue
Top-rated food
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Price: Expensive
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French
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4.7
(2525)
Opened in 2001 La Garrigue is a 2 AA Rosettes French restaurant located just a stones throw away from Edinburgh's famous Royal Mile and minutes away from Waverley train station with stunning views of Calton Hill.
The restaurant is themed around the culinary specialities of the southern regions of France offering hearty dishes such as Roquefort Cheese Soufflé, Fish Soup, Traditional Cassoulet and using the best of local produces as well as French ones. The wine list is extensive and is suitably representative of Languedoc, the largest of France's wine producing regions and has been awarded AA Notable Wine List for years.
Be ready to be transported to France as you come in, friendly and relaxed atmosphere mixed with chic yet casual surroundings.
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Angels with Bagpipes
Price: Expensive
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Scottish
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4.6
(4075)
Having opened its doors in 2010, Angels with Bagpipes quickly established itself as one of the finest restaurants to have graced Edinburgh’s most iconic and historic street, The Royal Mile. With upmost pride in sourcing fresh Scottish ingredients, we present a seasonal Lunch and à la carte that are divine to both the palate and eye.
Mixing an atmospheric Old Town setting with chic, contemporary looks, the restaurant reflects many of the city’s most defining features. With a humble facade nestled in the beautiful 17th century building, rich tones of bronze and marble cascade throughout the two tiers of Angels with Bagpipes.
Angels with Bagpipe’s kitchen has gained a glowing reputation in a city abundant with restaurants of the highest standards. Sourcing the best produce and ingredients, allowing the quality to shine through their elegant dishes. By blending innovative and traditional techniques, their menu is fresh and exciting throughout all seasons
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Commons Club Bar & Restaurant
Price: Very Expensive
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Scottish
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4.5
(60)
WHERE WORK & PLAY INTERMINGLE
Where cocktails embolden a palate-pleasing culinary menu. Where guests and locals meet and share stories. Unbound inspiration from every corner of Scotland, placed on every plate.
Commons Club Bar welcomes guests to join as walk-ins, no reservations.
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Piccolino
Top-rated hospitality
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Price: Expensive
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Italian
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4.6
(143)
As the team at Edinburgh’s Piccolino will tell you themselves, no love is more sincere than love of food. Italian food, in this case, as Piccolino is one of the most delightful Italian restaurants in this part of the Old Town, right on High Riggs Street and a stone’s throw from all kinds of Edinburgh attractions. The authentic menu offers quality rather than quantity meaning you can be assured that whatever you order has been prepared with love by chefs who care about what they’re doing. Piccolino will warm your heart and certainly fill your stomach so reserve a table now – you’ll not regret it.
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Whiski Rooms
Price: Moderate
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Scottish
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4.5
(2178)
Award Winning Whiski Rooms is located just off the Royal Mile on the prestigious mound. Our restaurant serves food all day which is freshly prepared using the best locally sourced produce. We have an extensive cocktail list, wine, and craft beer and a great whisky selection.
Whiski Rooms has a reputation as being one of the best restaurants in Edinburgh, one of the best Whisky Bars in the world, the first Ardbeg Embassy in the UK, a whisky and gift shop, and a tasting room for daily whisky tastings.
Whiski Rooms is located off the Royal Mile in the city centre looking over Princess Street where you will experience traditional Scottish food.
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The Mussel and Steak Bar
Price: Expensive
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Scottish
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4.6
(301)
The mussel and steak bar has been a firm favourite for over 17 years with worldwide visitors and Scots alike since we opened in 2005. We have been granted the most popular seafood and steakhouse by various organizations. Our restaurant has been awarded a member of the Scotch Beef Club because we have inspected and satisfied the criteria regarding the quality, provenance, handling and preparation of the scotch beef that is served.
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Tolbooth Tavern
Great vibe
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Price: Moderate
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Scottish
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4.4
(143)
Built in 1591, the Tolbooth Tavern in Edinburgh was formerly part of the original Canongate Tolbooth. This medieval building was used to divide the Royal Burgh of Edinburgh and Canongate.
The Tolbooth Tavern is a cosy traditional Scottish pub full of character and charm. The small exterior gives way to a spacious bar and mezzanine dining area. It boasts a fantastic spot along the Royal Mile.
Serving hearty home-cooked Scottish fayre using locally sourced produce, we are sure to keep you full before a full day on the tourist trail or join us for an evening exploring our fine whisky collection.
Our house favourites include Cullen skink, Tolbooth burgers, freshly landed Scottish fish n chips and our Tolbooth steak and sausage pie.
If you want to embrace dark history and immerse yourself in a spooky atmosphere, The Tolbooth Tavern is a must visit whilst in Edinburgh.
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The Ivy on the Square
Price: Expensive
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Contemporary British
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4.3
(12352)
Located in the heart of Edinburgh, The Ivy on the Square is an all-day British brasserie serving modern British and international Ivy-inspired classics.
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Eve
Price: Expensive
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British
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4.2
(136)
From world-renowned DJs to the best of local, unsigned talent, you can bet that Eve will be throwing the best party in town and you’re on the guest list.
Join us for live entertainment Wednesday through Sunday until late.
Anybody who’s anybody will be there ;)
For large parties please email us on eve@virginhotels.com

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The best reviewed restaurant in Old Town is Downstairs at Donatellas - Karaoke Live Lounge

The best vegetarian restaurants in Old Town are The Ivy on the Square, Edinburgh - Bucks Bar Grindlay Street and La Garrigue

The restaurants with the best ambiance in Old Town are Downstairs at Donatellas - Karaoke Live Lounge, Casablanca Cocktail Club and 3 Blind Mice

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