People Watching Restaurants

Joppa Rocks is an exciting new upmarket restaurant and bar in Portobello, Edinburgh's Seaside. We specialise in fish and seafood, while also offering meat, vegan and vegetarian options. Enjoying fabulous views across the Firth of Forth, an ever-changing seascape, gorgeous sunsets and tasteful interior decor, we invite you to enjoy the unique Joppa Rocks experience with family and friends. Whether it's a special occasion or just a casual meal, we aim to make every visit a memorable one for you and your guests.

We are now excited about our expansion in Morningside, marking our second venue. The Edinburgh Larder Café has built a solid reputation as being the place to eat seasonal, locally sourced, and tasty food. We’re not shy to mention that we’re well known for our legendary brunch too! Our regular favourites include a mighty full breakfast, veggie breakfast, eggs benedict or smoked cod, chorizo, and potato hash with a poached egg. We also love lighter options like a buttery breakfast bap or our porridge cooked to order with a selection of seasonal toppings and toasted nuts. All to be enjoyed …

Japanese & Asian-influenced handmade dumplings, and small bites restaurant serving handmade gyoza, bao buns, katsu sando & more. BYOB

Please note. Meals served from 12 noon. Last orders for meals are 8.30pm. If you require a large booking of over 8 people please ring or message. Phone 01899 220116. Email [email protected] or message on FB

We are a beer pub in the heart of Edinburgh specialising in German and Scottish beer The pub is a welcoming environment decorated with hops, live plants and warm wood. You can try all sorts of wonderful drinks, relax in our cosy swing seats, whisky barrel thrones and comfy armchairs in the knowledge that we love what we do and want you to have an experience worth remembering. If you fancy testing your knowledge, join us for our pub quiz every Thursday night at 7pm!

Subterranean Urban Whisky Bothy serving contemporary Scottish cuisine, craft cocktails and an extensive boutique whisky collection.

Located in Portobello, Edinburgh's Seaside, the Boathouse is the premier beach bar and restaurant that everyone is talking about. Please note, the kitchen is open until 8.30pm every day.

Greenmantle pub, in the heart of the student district of Edinburgh. Famed for our rum selection, burgers, wings & steaks! Showing live sport on our giant screen, live music at the weekend. Book ahead to guarantee seats.

With refreshed look and feel, Theatre Royal is a charming and inviting bar (& dining) in the east side of New Town area of Scotland’s capitol. Theatre Royal Bar has warm and pleasant atmosphere, comfortable sitting and friendly service that provides relaxing environment for eaters and drinkers. Elegant chandeliers, vintage fireplaces and striking theatrical posters compliment hand made, traditional but stylish island bar. Guest sip on our superb selection of malts, classic cocktails & very good selection of real ales (we are proud member of Timothy Taylor’s Champion Club), while enjoying delicious food made by using the very best local …

Good Brothers on Dean St has closed as of May 2023. Our new wine bar is located at 34 Northumberland St. Please note, we do not offer hot food cooking

Our wee family restaurant has Mum and Dad in the kitchen working tirelessly cooking authentic Indian food. Kismot is not about airs and graces, it is about great service and a delightfully modern take on Indian and Bangladeshi cuisine from a family that will genuinely try their best. As it’s just Mum and Dad cooking, we kindly ask for your patience while they prepare your food with love. You can even watch them in action through the glass window! BYOB, Bring your own bottle, 50p recycling/corkage charge per person. (No spirits)