Business Details
Award-Winning Scottish Restaurant & Whisky Bar in Edinburgh
Established as Edinburgh's premier Scottish bar and restaurant, we have dedicated ourselves to showcasing the finest elements of Scottish culture through exceptional food, whisky, and live music. Our venue on the historic Royal Mile offers an immersive experience with its vibrant atmosphere and commitment to quality. We pride ourselves on serving freshly prepared Scottish cuisine using locally sourced ingredients from trusted suppliers, complemented by an extensive collection of over 300 Scotch malt whiskies.Our team ensures guests enjoy authentic hospitality seven days a week, from breakfast through dinner, while our nightly live music performances highlight Scotland's rich musical heritage. With accolades recognising our excellence, we remain committed to delivering memorable experiences for both locals and visitors seeking genuine Scottish hospitality.
Services
Scottish Restaurant
Whisky Bar
Live Music Venue
Group Catering
Whisky Tasting Events
Seasonal Menus
Breakfast Service
Dinner Reservations
Online Merchandise
Event Bookings
Highlights and features
- We offer 300+ Scottish whiskies under one roof
- Our menus feature award-winning haggis and locally sourced seafood
- We host live Scottish music performances nightly
- We provide seasonal menus celebrating Scottish produce
- Our venue combines historic charm with modern comfort
Services
Scottish Restaurant
Our restaurant serves freshly prepared Scottish cuisine using ingredients sourced from local producers. Menus feature traditional dishes like haggis, venison, and seafood alongside modern interpretations. The seasonal approach ensures ingredients remain at their peak quality throughout the year.
Whisky Bar
With over 300 Scotch malt whiskies available, our bar offers one of Edinburgh's most comprehensive collections. Knowledgeable staff guide guests through tasting notes and pairings while maintaining a welcoming atmosphere for both connoisseurs and newcomers.
Live Music Venue
We host nightly live Scottish music performances featuring traditional and contemporary acts. The intimate setting allows guests to experience authentic Scottish culture through ceilidh sessions and folk performances in a historic setting.
Group Catering
Specialist group menus accommodate larger parties with pre-ordered festive options and dedicated seating arrangements. The venue combines historic charm with modern facilities for memorable celebrations and corporate events.
Whisky Tasting Events
Guided whisky tastings explore Scotland's regional variations and distillery characteristics. Expert hosts share insights into production methods while guests sample premium expressions from our extensive collection in an educational setting.
Questions
What Scottish dishes feature on your menu?
Our menu includes traditional Scottish dishes like haggis, venison, and seafood sourced from local suppliers. Seasonal variations ensure fresh ingredients throughout the year.
How many whiskies do you offer?
We have over 300 Scotch malt whiskies available, representing distilleries across all Scottish regions in our whisky bar.
Are live music performances free to attend?
Yes, our nightly live Scottish music sessions are free with no cover charge. The venue operates on a first-come basis for these events.
Can I book a table for dinner?
Table reservations are available through our online system, though we keep over half the venue open for walk-ins at any time.
What payment methods do you accept?
We operate a cashless policy and accept all major card payments for dining, drinks, and event bookings.
Where are you located on the Royal Mile?
We're midway down the Royal Mile between Edinburgh Castle and Holyrood Palace, opposite the Radisson Blu Hotel at 119 High Street EH1 1SG.
Reviews (7)
Lena Banks - The Hollywood Muse
Jan 24, 2022
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This is a lovely restaurant/bar on the Royal Mile. We visited in December 2021. We had steak and ale pie which was absolutely delicious. We had a nice table in the back and the environment was enjoyable. Staff were attentive and nice.
Hayley Williams
Jan 14, 2022
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An absolute must for anyone visiting the Royal Mile. Good atmosphere, friendly, attentive staff who are happy to talk you through the drinks menus. My partner thoroughly enjoyed his experience sampling whiskey's recommended by staff. Looking forward to our next visit
Eddie Leask
Dec 31, 2021
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Staff were very good, food was well presented and tasty, only disappointment was being charged for drinks we didn't order or receive. Yes it was my own fault for not checking bill at the time and I realise it was a very busy time and the staff were under pressure. I was in a hurry to pay bill before our guests could get near it. You live and learn. Yes I would recommend this place. Great atmosphere .
Bodour Alhajji
Dec 24, 2021
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What a nice and convenient spot to chill at with a great ambiance. Located in the heart of Edinburgh right across the Radisson Blu hotel. Everything we ordered off the menu was exceptional! Highly recommend the Venison rump and sticky toffee pudding ice cream. They also have live music every night including Scottish folk songs. I would definitely go back if I were to visit Edinburgh again.
Sujeeth Kumar Aekbote
Dec 09, 2021
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Loved the vibes and the ambience. The whiskey cocktails were fab and left you wanting for more. The food was perfect - the Salmon with cream sauce was divine and Whiskey burger was scrumptious. The only improvement area will be the portion size of the fish cake we ordered for the starters - for 9 pounds the portion size was small and felt it was not value for money (taste wise it was fab).
Emma Boyack
Nov 21, 2021
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I had looked up reviews on this place, as me and my husband had wanted to try for so long, the food looked amazing on the pictures. I had a reservation for 1.30 we arrived and were shown to our seat, the restaurant was busy but not overly. We sat down looked at the menu and had both chosen what we wanted, after 20 mins I had to ask a lady if she could take our order, she said something which I couldn’t make out and never came back, 5 mins later I had to ask another lady cleaning tables if we could order, she took our order but still after 10 mins we had no drinks, so me and my husband got
Karen Jones
Nov 17, 2021
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The bar staff are absolutely amazing. We called in yesterday afternoon and went back today and the lovely young lady behind the bar not only recognised us but remembered what we had to drink!
