Edinburgh boasts some of the best restaurants in the country, and the choice in the capital is more diverse than ever. You'll find an array of contemporary Scottish restaurants; French, fish, and brasserie-style eateries; along with cuisine from around the world, particularly Indian and Thai food.

Edinburgh has some wonderful Pubs and Bars offering great food, in informal settings you can sit back, relax and soak up the atmosphere with locals and tourists alike, enjoy offerings such as Traditional Fish & Chips, Steak & Ale pie, while sampling some traditional cask ales and beers and of course the World famous Whiskies.

Scotland's reputation for excellent fresh produce is growing. So look out for the following in season: shellfish such as langoustines, oysters, mussels, or scallops; locally landed finned fish (such as halibut, bream, or sea bass); as well as lamb and Aberdeen Angus beef.

You don't have to travel the world to get a taste of international cusine, Edinburgh offers an abundance of restaurants from all around the globe whether it be snails from France or something spicy from the Far East we're sure there will be something to suit your tastebuds.

Not many people would refute the claim that Scotland is home to some of the best produce in the world. Top restaurants all over the globe feature Scottish ingredients and many home-grown chefs have earned world class reputations too. In our ceaseless search for delicious food and exceptional atmosphere we've picked out our own personal favourites from the ever expanding wealth of eateries in Edinburgh.