Filmhouse Cafe Bar

88 Lothian Rd, Edinburgh EH3 9BZ

$ Mediterranean

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Filmhouse Cafe Bar Reservations

0131 229 5932

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Business Info

Address: 88 Lothian Rd, Edinburgh EH3 9BZ
Cross Street: City Centre
Cuisine: Contemporary | Mediterranean | Mexican | Middle Eastern | Vegan | Vegetarian |
Cost: | Very Inexpensive
Category: Casual Dining
Star Rating:
Reservations: Recommended
Dress Code: Casual
Meals Served: Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner |
Parking: Street |
Payment Options: VISA | MasterCard | Debit |
Corkage Fee: N/A
Website: https://www.filmhousecinema.com/cafe-bar/
Phone: 0131 229 5932
Features: Full Bar, Outdoor Seating, Smoking Area, Takeout Available, Winning Wine List, Wheelchair Access, Healthy Options, Free Wi-Fi,
Occasion: Child Friendly, Dining Alone, Business Dining, Meet for a Drink, Quiet Conversation, Vegetarian, Quick Bite,

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Reservations Available

Monday: Closed
Tuesday: Closed
Wednesday: Closed
Thursday: Closed
Friday: Closed
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed

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Customer Reviews & Ratings

4.63 out of 5 stars based on 2665 votes

: Overall: 10/10; Food: 9/10; Service: 10/10; Ambience: 9/10; Value: 10/10

Sep 24, 2022

Susie K.

This is an excellent cafe bar with a relaxed vibe, delicious menu and great service. Unusual to find all of those in one venue in the very centre of town.

: Overall: 10/10; Food: 10/10; Service: 10/10; Ambience: 10/10; Value: 10/10

Sep 18, 2022

Mawuena S.

Fantastic experience

: Overall: 10/10; Food: 10/10; Service: 10/10; Ambience: 10/10; Value: 10/10

Sep 08, 2022

Jennifer W.

Nothing needs to be changed. I love it!

: Overall: 10/10; Food: 10/10; Service: 10/10; Ambience: 10/10; Value: 10/10

Sep 02, 2022

Graham S.

Excellent quality and service. Need to refresh the menu though

: Overall: 10/10; Food: 10/10; Service: 10/10; Ambience: 10/10; Value: 10/10

Aug 27, 2022

Malcolm S.

Outstanding!

: Overall: 10/10; Food: 10/10; Service: 10/10; Ambience: 10/10; Value: 8/10

Aug 24, 2022

Rosie B.

I love being able to book a table these days! Lovely staff, safe space if on own, good veggie food choices.All positive!

: Overall: 10/10; Food: 10/10; Service: 10/10; Ambience: 10/10; Value: 10/10

Aug 19, 2022

Deirdre D.

Very happy with The Fimhouse, food & service. I love it!

: Overall: 10/10; Food: 8/10; Service: 10/10; Ambience: 8/10; Value: 10/10

Aug 18, 2022

Sheila M.

Love the cafe but lack of my choice to eat that night was annoying

: Overall: 10/10; Food: 10/10; Service: 10/10; Ambience: 10/10; Value: 10/10

Aug 17, 2022

Janice H.

Everything was perfect . So nice to be sure of a table (unlike the days when we couldn't book ahead ) Thanks so much.

: Overall: 10/10; Food: 10/10; Service: 10/10; Ambience: 10/10; Value: 10/10

Aug 17, 2022

Moira C.

It is just so much better than it used to be - being able to book a table is great, service is more efficient and it is so good to get everything brought to the table - carrying soup through a crowded area was always a hazard.

: Overall: 10/10; Food: 10/10; Service: 10/10; Ambience: 10/10; Value: 10/10

Aug 11, 2022

Carol T.

As always, friendly staff, good menu, fab food and great value. LOVE that I can now book a table. Please keep this facility.

: Overall: 10/10; Food: 10/10; Service: 10/10; Ambience: 10/10; Value: 10/10

Aug 09, 2022

Alan M.

An ideal setting for a relaxed Sunday lunch with friends.

: Overall: 10/10; Food: 10/10; Service: 10/10; Ambience: 10/10; Value: 10/10

Jul 31, 2022

Annette H.

always excellent, lovely staff!

: Overall: 10/10; Food: 8/10; Service: 9/10; Ambience: 8/10; Value: 7/10

Jul 18, 2022

Iain M.

We hadn't been to the cafe since pre-Covid times and we were pleasantly surprised at the makeover it has had. Our meals were delivered to our table within 10 minutes or ordering and both exceeded our expectations for quality, quantity and value. We won't wait so long to return!

: Overall: 10/10; Food: 10/10; Service: 10/10; Ambience: 10/10; Value: 10/10

Jul 15, 2022

Iain S.

Friendly, cheerful staff and very good, imaginative food.

: Overall: 10/10; Food: 10/10; Service: 10/10; Ambience: 10/10; Value: 10/10

Jul 08, 2022

Peter W.

Excellent as ever!

: Overall: 10/10; Food: 10/10; Service: 10/10; Ambience: 10/10; Value: 10/10

Jul 01, 2022

Jacqueline J.

All very nice as usual .I am a regular visitor as I use the film house a lot and often meet up with friends in the bar .Never had to book before ..thats the only difference .keep up the good work !

: Overall: 10/10; Food: 10/10; Service: 10/10; Ambience: 10/10; Value: 10/10

Jun 20, 2022

Les R.

Good to see new items on the menu. And they were very tasty too!

: Overall: 10/10; Food: 10/10; Service: 10/10; Ambience: 10/10; Value: 10/10

Jun 20, 2022

Brian W.

One of our favourite places to eat in Edinburgh. Very happy that the lamb shawarma has returned to the menu! Only complaint is that the extensive fan ventilation means that most of the tables are slightly draughty.

: Overall: 10/10; Food: 10/10; Service: 10/10; Ambience: 10/10; Value: 10/10

Jun 10, 2022

BRUCE M.

Filmhouse Cafe is our home-away-from-home. It's always a joy to visit there. Maybe add a pasta or two to the menu?

: Overall: 10/10; Food: 9/10; Service: 10/10; Ambience: 7/10; Value: 10/10

May 31, 2022

Janice M.

It was a bit cold in the bar otherwise big improvement in the food.

: Overall: 10/10; Food: 9/10; Service: 10/10; Ambience: 10/10; Value: 9/10

May 23, 2022

Olive M.

I marked food down by one star because I think it's a bit mean just to provide one pat of butter for the roll provided with soup. Two would be much more acceptable.

: Overall: 10/10; Food: 10/10; Service: 10/10; Ambience: 10/10; Value: 10/10

May 22, 2022

Rachele W.

Excellent - as always!

: Overall: 10/10; Food: 10/10; Service: 10/10; Ambience: 10/10; Value: 10/10

May 18, 2022

Evelyn J.

Excellent service from all staff and the food was very tasty and delicious.

: Overall: 10/10; Food: 10/10; Service: 10/10; Ambience: 10/10; Value: 10/10

May 17, 2022

John K.

A lovely place to meet and eat and drink. The service is pretty quick and always good.

: Overall: 10/10; Food: 10/10; Service: 10/10; Ambience: 10/10; Value: 10/10

May 13, 2022

Kirsty B.

Always enjoy the Filmhouse - good food, quick service, reasonable prices.

: Overall: 10/10; Food: 10/10; Service: 10/10; Ambience: 10/10; Value: 10/10

May 12, 2022

Marilyn M.

All good…. Pleasant helpful staff .. efficient..table clean.. meal thoroughly enjoyed.. no complaints….

: Overall: 10/10; Food: 10/10; Service: 10/10; Ambience: 10/10; Value: 10/10

May 11, 2022

Linda H.

Always love Filmhouse Cafe bar. Outstanding service and the food is lovely. Still a great place to go.

: Overall: 10/10; Food: 10/10; Service: 10/10; Ambience: 10/10; Value: 10/10

May 08, 2022

Mary C.

Great environment, service and value for money , a treasure

: Overall: 10/10; Food: 8/10; Service: 10/10; Ambience: 5/10; Value: 9/10

May 05, 2022

Laura M.

Cosy, buzzy and busy

: Overall: 10/10; Food: 9/10; Service: 10/10; Ambience: 8/10; Value: 3/10

May 03, 2022

Maurice F.

a bulkier better value soup, harissa is particularly nice to have in it, and knowing so from the soup sign. Have this type of soup rather than tomato or coriander types. The earthy pods flavour in the choc ice cream is special. Chai masala tea turned out nice too.

: Overall: 10/10; Food: 10/10; Service: 10/10; Ambience: 10/10; Value: 10/10

May 02, 2022

Khin g.

I go there often for their simple and tasty food, the staff are efficent and courteous and the the ambience is safe and pleasant. You never have to wait for your order long either.

: Overall: 10/10; Food: 10/10; Service: 10/10; Ambience: 10/10; Value: 10/10

May 01, 2022

Robin H.

Excellent booking service, great staff and great food.

: Overall: 10/10; Food: 10/10; Service: 10/10; Ambience: 10/10; Value: 10/10

Apr 30, 2022

Catherine M.

Love the varied menu. Would have eaten any of the choices. Nice to eat at 6 - too late to get mixed up with coffee and cake folk and eat a meal at a leisurely pace before crossing the road for concert at Usher Hall. Thanks

: Overall: 10/10; Food: 6/10; Service: 10/10; Ambience: 7/10; Value: 10/10

Apr 26, 2022

Rufus R.

The menu is getting a little dull Unchanged in a long while. Still no veggie lasagne in sight ( one of the best!). Feedback over many years has no impact.

: Overall: 10/10; Food: 10/10; Service: 10/10; Ambience: 10/10; Value: 10/10

Apr 25, 2022

Lynda M.

We were pleased to be back to the Cafe/Bar. A good experience as always. It was helpful to be able to book, as we've occasionally had to walk away on a busy Friday evening - although good to have the walk in option. My husband thought his meal was wonderful (chicken/red cabbage- can't remember the name.) Mentioned it again today! My nachos were as good as I remember them, but a huge portion I couldn't finish - might a half portion be possible on this one? Thanks to all. L.M.

: Overall: 10/10; Food: 8/10; Service: 9/10; Ambience: 8/10; Value: 10/10

Apr 19, 2022

Annabel E.

As always a great place for a bite to eat and a drink after seeing a film. Well tested menu and reasonably priced drinks.

: Overall: 10/10; Food: 4/10; Service: 10/10; Ambience: 7/10; Value: 9/10

Apr 08, 2022

Jennifer H.

I don't like very much on the menu these days. Pre covid it was lovely. Staff are lovely. It's a place I like to spend time.

: Overall: 10/10; Food: 10/10; Service: 10/10; Ambience: 10/10; Value: 10/10

Apr 06, 2022

Gillian N.

Gluten free, dairy free, mustard and corn free options would be appreciated.

: Overall: 10/10; Food: 10/10; Service: 10/10; Ambience: 10/10; Value: 10/10

Apr 02, 2022

Liz S.

Delicious food, helpful servers, pleasant atmosphere.

: Overall: 10/10; Food: 8/10; Service: 10/10; Ambience: 10/10; Value: 10/10

Mar 31, 2022

Charles M.

The Filmhouse is the most friendly, welcoming venue in the city. Films, food, coffee, wine, people; what's not to like

: Overall: 10/10; Food: 10/10; Service: 10/10; Ambience: 10/10; Value: 10/10

Mar 27, 2022

Margaret B.

As a creature of habit…..I always order the filo parcels….delicious! Thankyou

: Overall: 10/10; Food: 10/10; Service: 10/10; Ambience: 10/10; Value: 10/10

Mar 24, 2022

Barbara D.

Excellent. Staff and food made our visit very enjoyable as usual

: Overall: 10/10; Food: 10/10; Service: 10/10; Ambience: 10/10; Value: 10/10

Mar 23, 2022

Patrycja G.

Lovely, quite place.

: Overall: 10/10; Food: 10/10; Service: 10/10; Ambience: 10/10; Value: 10/10

Mar 21, 2022

Liz V.

All spot on, as usual!

: Overall: 10/10; Food: 10/10; Service: 10/10; Ambience: 8/10; Value: 10/10

Mar 20, 2022

Pam W.

Good atmosphere and quality food. Seats OK but benches could be improved with cushions.

: Overall: 10/10; Food: 8/10; Service: 10/10; Ambience: 10/10; Value: 10/10

Mar 19, 2022

Ulrike W.

Nice, comfortable, relaxed place to meet for a drink or an uncomplicated meal.

: Overall: 10/10; Food: 10/10; Service: 10/10; Ambience: 10/10; Value: 10/10

Mar 18, 2022

Bianca M.

Great dinner, great prices!

: Overall: 10/10; Food: 10/10; Service: 10/10; Ambience: 10/10; Value: 10/10