The Orchard Bar & Restaurant

1 Howard Place, Canonmills, Edinburgh EH35JZ
$$ European

Reservations

Business Info

  • Address: 1 Howard Place, Canonmills, Edinburgh EH35JZ
  • Cross Street: None
  • Cuisine: Continental | English | European |
  • Cost: | Inexpensive
  • Category: Casual Dining
  • Star Rating:
  • Reservations: Recommended
  • Dress Code: Casual
  • Meals Served: Lunch | Dinner |
  • Parking: Street |
  • Payment Options: VISA | Amex | MasterCard | Cash | Apple Pay | Google Pay | Debit |
  • Corkage Fee: N/A
  • Phone: 0131 550 0850
  • Features: Organic Ingredients, Takeout Available, Lounge / Bar, Healthy Options, Free Wi-Fi,
  • Occasion: Child Friendly, Dining Alone, Business Dining, Meet for a Drink, People Watching, Vegetarian, Quick Bite, Date Night,

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Business Hours

Reservations Available
Monday
Afternoon - Restaurant 12:00 - 22:00
Tuesday
All Day - Restaurant 12:00 - 22:00
Wednesday
All Day - Restaurant 12:00 - 22:00
Thursday
All Day - Restaurant 12:00 - 22:00
Friday
All Day - Restaurant 12:00 - 22:00
Saturday
All Day - Restaurant 12:00 - 22:00
Sunday
All Day - Restaurant 12:00 - 22:00
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Customer Reviews & Ratings

4.75 out of 5 stars based on 1573 votes

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Apr 23, 2024
Susan R.
I love everything about The Orchard amd have been many times. See you soon x

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Feb 29, 2024
Maureen C.
It was a great night out with friends , comfy and warm. The food was delicious

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Feb 22, 2024
Elizabeth M.
Food and service excellent and cheerful.

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Feb 07, 2024
Mark T.
This is a lovely little gem. The food was amazing and top class service

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Dec 31, 2023
Pamela J.
Very friendly staff and good service. The food was lovely. Will definitely come back..

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Dec 09, 2023
Arlene S.
I have introduced yet another friend to The Orchard and yet again they are impressed. Your staff are a delight ! I made a mistake with my booking and they were so accommodating even when so very busy! Thank you

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Dec 09, 2023
Ruth H.
We had a lovely meal. It was priced well and the staff were friendly and helpful

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Dec 08, 2023
Jennifer G.
So friendly, helpful and made my Mums birthday really special!

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Dec 05, 2023
Kimberly M.
Great bar & restaurant. Food & wine were great.

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Nov 28, 2023
Sandra R.
Our experience was excellent from arrival to leaving. Staff were very friendly and helpful. Good service is an important factor for me and couldn't fault it. Food arrived in a timely manner and was delicious. Table was in a nice area and as requested suitable for someone with a disability who can't manage stairs. Would definitely recommend to family and friends.

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Nov 28, 2023
Shona V.
Great food. Lovely staff and surroundings. Would defo recommend

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Nov 25, 2023
Dorothy S.
Very good food and service staff were very help ful

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Nov 21, 2023
Susan D.
The only thing I would say is that the place could have been a bit warmer bit other than that everything great

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Nov 15, 2023
Aileen P.
Great food. Great venue. Excellent service.

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Nov 14, 2023
Craig G.
Tasty food with pleasant service in a relaxed atmosphere. Highly recommended!

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Nov 01, 2023
Catherine M.
Great time at Orchard. As always, good food and friendly staff.

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Oct 16, 2023
Anne F.
One of our favourite places to eat in Edinburgh. On bus route to continue in to town or just stay put. Everyone is lovely along with the best of cooking.

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Oct 15, 2023
George f.
Always good service and quality produce. Along with value for money.

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Oct 01, 2023
Mike M.
As always, The Orchard didn’t disappoint. Steak pie was fabulous, fish dish was excellent and service superb. Highly recommended.

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Sep 28, 2023
Adeline B.
We really enjoyed our evening at this place! We were more than half an hour earlier than our reservation but they didn´t make a problem of it at al. They were very friendly and the food was delicious! I had the duck and it was Just perfect. Also the desserts are great (f.e. the brownie mmmm!). After that we could enjoy a whisky, they have so many different whisky's! Really a great place.

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Sep 21, 2023
Kirsty D.
Excellent food and service

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Aug 08, 2023
Jon C.
Great food, great service - be back soon

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Jul 17, 2023
Gillian M.
Great service, food was amazing

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Jul 14, 2023
Heather B.
This was the first time I had eaten at The Orchard and I simply couldn't fault any aspect of the experience. I'm sure we'll be back.

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Jul 05, 2023
AARRAN A.
Great steak pie, as usual. Friendly service. Tasty Portuguese organic wine!

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Jun 29, 2023
Robert A.
Best steak pie ever! Lovely staff good wine great food

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May 17, 2023
Lucy E.
Just a really great experience. Amazing seafood & saffron soup.

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May 11, 2023
Leslie R.
Enjoyed the whole experience and really would not change anything. Have been before and will be back again!

Overall: 10/10
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Apr 24, 2023
Kerry H.
As always, the food was delicious. Fish and chips and a steak sandwich then the gorgeous brownie with ice cream. Yummy. The staff were friendly and helpful. We felt welcome. We will return soon.

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Apr 04, 2023
James P.
An excellent Sunday roast complemented by a warm welcome and very attentive service.

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Mar 19, 2023
Margaret C.
Excellent food and drink. Very friendly service.

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Mar 12, 2023
Arlene S.
Such a lovely place! Food and service how it should be!

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Feb 12, 2023
Annabel A.
Please bring back your black pudding and poached egg dish

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Feb 03, 2023
Lisa I.
Lovely staff

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Dec 30, 2022
Tinsley L.
We so enjoyed our adult family lunch at The Orchard! We had a lovely table in the window near the door - it was a well-ventilated space & I felt COVID comfortable. The food was delicious - we had battered fish & handmade chips, steak pie, cheese burger & fish soup - the wine good, and the heated brownie with salted caramel ice cream dessert divine! Thank you very much for such a happy holiday gathering!

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Dec 21, 2022
Jackie V.
Lovely friendly staff.

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Dec 14, 2022
Melissa S.
Amazing food! Amazing service

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Dec 12, 2022
Elizabeth C.
We had booked a table for one night, we were so impressed by the food the staff and Chris we went again for a second night. A big thankyou from the guys in Isle of Skye and Cambridgeshire! We will be back

Overall: 10/10
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Dec 09, 2022
Colin W.
Excellent meal best Cullen skink I’ve ever had! Venison dish tender and tasty as. Orchard special to finish

Overall: 10/10
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Dec 07, 2022
Charlotte M.
Utterly delicious roasts and excellent Douro made it a Sunday birthday lunch to remember. Thank you thank you!

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Dec 06, 2022
Les A.
A fabulous gem of a place. We arrived earlier than planned however they were very accommodating. The food was of a superb quality and very highly flavoured. Fantastic atmosphere made better by fully engaging service staff. A huge thank you.

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Dec 06, 2022
Stuart K.
Great food. Big helpings. Good service.

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Dec 05, 2022
Fraser M.
Couldn’t have been better. We were contacted a few days before asking if any of our party was under 18 and if we were going to the botanics light show and at what time. When we arrived our show time was on a wee sign at the table so we were confident we’d be out before we needed to be. Service was very friendly and efficient and the food was just beautiful. We had steak pie and the fish and chips. All done to perfection. Will definitely be back and thoroughly recommend.

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Dec 04, 2022
Natasha C.
Amazing food, and amazing service! Why would you need to go anywhere else? We love the Orchard, as soon as you are welcomed in, you know you’re going to have a fantastic meal.

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Dec 04, 2022
Sean G.
very friendly service, great food and atmosphere.

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Dec 03, 2022
Kay M.
The staff were knowledgeable, polite and efficient. It was a very busy service and the staff managed the throughout expertly. We were very impressed with speed of service and the attitude of the staff. High praise for everyone involved.

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Nov 30, 2022
Iain W.
We arrived early, but we're made very welcome and received great service. Staff explained that our table was empty but that pressure on the kitchen meant a short wait. Great food at a really good price. Highly recommended.

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Nov 26, 2022
Ruth H.
We had a very nice meal. The service was efficient and friendly. I would come back again

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Nov 24, 2022
Gail D.
Always enjoy an evening at The Orchard. Staff all friendly and attentive …. Thank you

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Nov 22, 2022
Derek S.
Great beer, wine, food and service as ever. Had intended to have the usual burgher but was tempted by the venison special. Glad I chose it as it was excellent. A very well run establishment with a very good chef.

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Nov 22, 2022
Lisa S.
Staff excellent, friendly and efficient. The food was delicious, with the Sunday roast gorgeous, fish and chips as always brilliant and fresh. Love this place.

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Nov 15, 2022
Iwona C.
Great food like always!

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Nov 11, 2022
Judith S.
Haven’t been in to eat for a long time, but enjoyed it. The lack of pressure to have more than one course was much appreciated too. And you’ve got my favourite cider on tap now - what‘s not to like? Thanks, Judith

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Nov 04, 2022
Mike M.
Cannot fault the food or service in The Orchard. It’s our “go to” bar for reliable excellent food and service when visiting Edinburgh.

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Oct 26, 2022
ian w.
Excellent food and drink and excellent service - a really enjoyable experience!

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Oct 24, 2022
Morag R.
Brilliant, friendly atmosphere with just the best service. Food excellent. Will recommend to others

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Oct 21, 2022
Lorraine J.
Took our Mums. They enjoyed. Staff were really nice. Thank you.

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Sep 16, 2022
Karen E.
We've been to the Orchard a good few times and have also found it enjoyable. We weren't disappointed this time. Service was excellent, pleasant environment and food tasty.

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Sep 15, 2022
Rebecca B.
The food and the service were both excellent, and we will definitely be back!

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Sep 08, 2022
Susan G.
Lovely staff, great food.

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Sep 07, 2022
George f.
Goat's cheese souffle best I've ever had it, excellent.

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Aug 17, 2022
Christine W.
Nice food and friendly staff

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Aug 14, 2022
Sandra Viktoria M.
We will come back

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Jul 29, 2022
Russ M.
Really great place, lovely friendly staff and the food is always exceptional

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Jul 06, 2022
Lorraine T.
Brilliant place - I have been coming here for years and always love it. A treasure!

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Jun 13, 2022
sarah c.
The food is very good and the staff are very friendly and helpful

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Jun 07, 2022
Margaret G.
The food was great and the staff were very helpful and friendly

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May 23, 2022
Kirsty R.
Great food. Great servce. Loved it.

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May 04, 2022
Natalia B.
We had a fantastic meal, the staff were lovely and very accommodating with our children. Thank you1

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Apr 25, 2022
Jacqueline B.
A lovely place to visit after a morning spent at the Botanic Gardens. Very welcoming, family friendly and delicious food.

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Mar 29, 2022
Tracy E.
Really lovely Mother's Day lunch. Smoked salmon and crab ravioli to start, and roast rib of beef for main, followed by chocolate brownie with salted caramel ice cream. We very much enjoyed the food. Service was great too. We will be back again.

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Mar 21, 2022
Robert B.
Sunday lunch. Excellent food, professional and friendly service, and value for money. Highly recommended.

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Mar 11, 2022
Elizabeth M.
Very pleasant lunch with courteous and friendly service.

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Mar 11, 2022
Susan B.
Excellent experience - we will be returning

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Mar 10, 2022
Anne P.
Friendly local with good food. This was a return visit. But the menu does not change and is not very veggie friendly.

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Mar 05, 2022
Anne F.
We haven’t been for ages but you were as good as always so thank you so much and hope to be back very soon.

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Mar 01, 2022
Alasdair M.
The Orchard Bar us a great place to go for food/drinks - can’t recommend it highly enough

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Feb 23, 2022
Justine P.
A fabulous meal as always in the Orchard with brilliant service. So kid friendly too and the staff can't do enough for you.

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Feb 02, 2022
Russ M.
We visit here every week and it never fails on anything

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Jan 30, 2022
Hamish C.
Great place, always welcomed, good food, lovely service. That's why I keep going back and take friends.

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Jan 24, 2022
Fiona D.
food was good and well presented . staffefficient and friendly . Wine a tad overpriced.

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Jan 01, 2022
fiona r.
I love the Orchard, it's my 'local' and it has everything. Brilliant people, food, wine...

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Dec 31, 2021
Eric H.
The usual good food and good service at the Orchard. Covid restrictions are well organized making the pub feel safe but with a relaxed atmosphere. Will be back in the new year.

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Dec 30, 2021
Yvonne B.
First time visit, hopefully will visit again soon, amazing staff, amazing food.

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Dec 30, 2021
Sarah B.
Staff were welcoming and efficient. Cosy atmosphere and food delicious

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Dec 29, 2021
Al Y.
Excellent service, great selection of food and drinks all served in a good, friendly and safe environment. Will be back again for sure.

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Dec 20, 2021
Charles T.
lovely food and staff nice and friendly

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Dec 18, 2021
John D.
Superb

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Dec 16, 2021
Edna J.
Having been before food is delicious and service is always polite and friendly

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Dec 16, 2021
Robert C.
Good safe evening - Thank you

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Dec 14, 2021
Heather W.
Great food and service. Staff were so welcoming and friendly

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Dec 08, 2021
Andrew W.
The Orchard has great food and drink really enjoy our time there

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Dec 06, 2021
Ann G.
Fantastic evening here after our visit to the botanic gardens . The staff were all very friendly and welcoming, the food and service was great . Highly recommend this venue, will definitely come again on our next to Edinburgh.

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Dec 02, 2021
James B.
Fantastic! Great food, atmosphere and we shall return!

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Nov 10, 2021
Emma I.
Lovely food, attentive service…great pub grub experience-just as it should be.

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Nov 09, 2021
Amy S.
Lovely food & great service to accompany lovely evening catching up with friends

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Oct 25, 2021
George G L.
No better place to meet friends or to taste the best Haggis Fritters anywhere!!!!

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Oct 14, 2021
Elin P.
Our waitress was so lovely! She was so helpful when my partner was trying to decide what beer and later whisky to order. Food was great and so was the sticky toffee pudding dessert which we both loved.

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Oct 14, 2021
Paul S.
What a wonderful atmosphere, great food, and superb, friendly, cheerful table service from the staff! We had spent 4 days in Edinburgh and been to a variety of restaurants, pubs, etc. This was by far the best experience in our whole time there. Thank you again!

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Oct 06, 2021
Anne B.
Food was tasty. Staff were very welcoming and helpful.