Grab an iced cinnamon bun or gorgeously gooey Oreo or Biscoff doughnut plus an oat milk latte or vegan ice cream milkshake at this low-key bakery and cafe (all chipboard benches and student vibe) on Edinburgh’s Southside.
Based locally in Newhaven, on the shore of Edinburgh, Welch focus on providing fresh, diverse & quality seafood from Scottish waters. Restaurant Roy Brett who runs Ondine, Edinburgh’s most popular sea food restaurant, was the founder of The Fishmarket. Picture: Trip AdvisorWith a more sedate atmosphere, the Ship is our pick for brunch (or even breakfast if it takes your fancy) and it’s the perfect place to enjoy a quiet meal where the focus is on enjoying the food in front of you and not on the patronage around you.This cosy little Stockbridge restaurant offers some truly fun dishes such as Calamari Fritte with chipotle aioli and the Fillet of Shetland Salmon with crab risotto, though of course we recommend the eponymous Kilted lobster.It’s no surprise then to find that Scotland also has some amazing seafood restaurants, here are six of the best to be found in Edinbrugh:Taking its inspiration from Spanish cuisine, Shetland mussels, West Coast langoustines and Mull scallops feature heavily, all with international twists and flavours making it a slightly offering from the other offerings on this list.Offering Scottish seafood with a Mediterranean twist, Cadiz has gathered a loyal following since it opened last year.Plus you know, their seafood platters are what dreams are made of.
Edinburgh's Best Seafood: Fresh Fish and Shellfish from the Scottish Sea.
For dessert, it has to be the sticky toffee pudding with Caol Ila whisky butterscotch.Paul Kitching’s 21212 – opened 2009, Michelin star by 2010 – is tucked away on Royal Terrace, a distinguished, cobbled boulevard of 19th-century townhouses on the side of Calton Hill. New York-inspired with a minimalist vibe, a cobbled New Town alley location and a nod towards Asian cuisine (don’t miss the char siu pork bao with teriyaki and spring onions) the focus is on small sharing plates.Treat yourself to chocolate cupcakes, indulgent brownies, decadent cookies and more
Cash only.Right in the heart of studentsville, in Southside, Field stands apart from the so-so addresses that surround it. Put it this way — ask the highly attentive, informative, and utterly charming staff the whereabouts of … Dishes are designed for sharing but portions aren’t dainty. He can also sometimes be found behind the bar at the world famous Potstill bar in Glasgow where he continues to enhance his whisky knowledge built up over 10 years advising customers from all over the world on the wonders of our national drink. Sip a La Gitana manzanilla or glass of Fernando de Castilla Antique Palo Cortado and step back in time.In cute café-peppered Stockbridge, Merienda is a chic little joint (white tables, green tiles, wooden floors) where you design your own tasting menu from ‘farms and pastures’, ‘rivers and seas’ and ‘fields and gardens’.
Settle in for a long evening with friends in the cosy basement restaurant or fly by solo for a few quick lunch plates at the bar.Scott Smith’s latest Edinburgh venture Fhior – that’s Gaelic for ‘true’ or ‘honest’ – certainly lives up to its name.
Edinburgh is well served by a handful of modern Mexicans, and this pretty-in-pink taqueria is one of the best. Fish dishes are a particular highlight, and the tarte tatin is always worth the 15-minute wait.From casual cheap eats to blow-the-budget feasts, here’s our round-up of the absolute best restaurants in EdinburghMother India began as a café in Glasgow in the ’90s, and this Edinburgh outpost popped up in 2008, serving Indian food in tapas-size portions. Beautifully balanced Thai, Japanese, Chinese, French and Vietnamese flavours are neatly combined with Scottish produce.Locanda De Gusti launched on the other side of Edinburgh some years ago, moved to up-and-coming Dalry Road in 2014 – less than five minutes’ walk from Haymarket Station – and now enjoys an enviable reputation for its food and service. Dating back to 1959, Welch Fishmongers, is a third generation, family run business. Before you leave, stock up on their hand-crafted chocolate bars (popcorn, chai spice and smoked sea salt flavours).Join the queue at one of the four branches of Bross Bagels (Leith, Portobello, the West End and Bruntsfield) launched by Canadian comedian, Larah Bross, in Edinburgh in 2017. Michael's Grill & Seafood Place - Old Town / Seafood, Steakhouse, Restaurant, Pub & bar #8 of 1137 seafood restaurants in Edinburgh. 101 tips and reviews.