Over the years not much has changed in Edinburgh; however it does actually have some of the best places to eat. Along with more conventional Scottish cafes there is a great selection of bistros and restaurants you can enjoy including a number that have been awarded Michelin starts. So whether you want fine dining or just grab a quick snack there is a wide selection of great places for you to choose from. In this article we take a brief look at 5 places where to eat out in Edinburgh when you visit this great city.

1. Tower Restaurant and Terrace

This restaurant is to be found in the National Museum of Scotland which is to be found on Chambers Street. This is the city’s first rooftop restaurant and is still considered to be its finest. The interior is very luxurious and chic and the same goes for its food. The service you receive here is exceptional. But what most people love about this restaurant is the views it offers you out across the city.

2. Witchery by the Castle

To be found on Castlehill, The Royal Mile this restaurant following its opening in 1979 has gained a reputation for offering some truly wonderful food. In fact the owner of this particular restaurant has now helped to establish Edinburgh as a leading force in the culinary field and make it a leading location to enjoy fine food in Scotland today. Not only is the food lovingly prepared you will find it truly good value for what you pay.

3. The Grain Store

You may have trouble finding this particular place where to eat out in Edinburgh as it is tucked away on the upper floor of 30 Victoria Street. The setting is very intimate and makes the whole meal here much more enjoyable. Furthermore this restaurant is one that offers you some truly spectacular views out over Victoria Street and West Bow.

4. Fishers Bistro

This restaurant is to be found at the bottom corner of The Shore underneath its turret. As this restaurant is busy at all times we would recommend you book well in advance. The sizes of the portions served here are very hearty and of course are prepared from freshly caught fish and seafood. Although it is a popular restaurant the costs are still very reasonable in comparison to some others for example their pan fried hunks of herring roe with zing caper, garlic, bacon and balsamic dressing on toasted baguette is only 5.95.

5. Centotre (Italian for 103)

This restaurant is easy to find as it is to be found on 103 George Street. The building which houses this restaurant use to be a bank and some of the features such as chandeliers and pillars remain from its previous use. These help to provide quite a romantic setting and is a place that couples will love dining at. The food here is fresh Italian cuisine and each month the menu does change using both authentic Italian and Scottish ingredients in them. If you are looking for some where to eat out in Edinburgh that offers freshly prepared pizzas and other traditional Italian dishes this is the place to go.

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