Leith Walk · Best Restaurants · Curated · Updated 2026

Best Restaurants near Leith Walk

Discover the best restaurants near Leith Walk. Find inspiration for your trip with our curated list of top-rated spots, local favorites, and hidden gems.

The 10 best restaurants near Leith Walk

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The Walnut

Cozy and unpretentious, The Walnut offers seasonal Scottish dishes with creative flair and excellent value on Edinburgh’s vibrant Leith Walk.

9 Croall Pl, Leith Walk, Edinburgh EH7 4LT
4.8 Excellent 478 reviews
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The Gardener's Cottage

An intimate Edinburgh dining gem blending seasonal Scottish produce with rustic charm in a historic garden cottage setting.

Royal Terrace Gardens, 1 London Rd, Edinburgh EH7 5DX
4.2 Very Good 443 reviews
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Down The Hatch Edinburgh

Bold Canadian comfort food and lively vibes meet in the heart of Edinburgh’s Antigua Street for a truly unforgettable dining experience.

13 Antigua St, Edinburgh EH1 3NH
4.4 Very Good 980 reviews
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Taisteal

A Michelin-mentioned Edinburgh gem where Scottish ingredients meet global flavours in a warm, intimate setting.

1 Forth St, Edinburgh EH1 3JX
4.6 Excellent 417 reviews
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L'Escargot Bleu Restaurant and Wine Bar

Authentic French bistro in Edinburgh blending classic cuisine with fresh Scottish ingredients and a cozy wine bar atmosphere.

56 Broughton St, Edinburgh EH1 3SA
4.7 Excellent 494 reviews
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Fhior

Experience innovative Scottish fine dining with seasonal tasting menus in a minimalist, elegant setting at Edinburgh’s acclaimed Fhior.

36 Broughton St, Edinburgh EH1 3SB
4.8 Excellent 397 reviews
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Educated Flea

Discover bold, inventive fusion cuisine with a Scottish twist in a cozy, friendly spot on Edinburgh’s vibrant Broughton Street.

32B Broughton St, Edinburgh EH1 3SB
4.7 Excellent 477 reviews
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The Lookout by Gardener's Cottage

Elevated dining with panoramic Edinburgh views, celebrating seasonal Scottish cuisine in a stunning modern setting atop Calton Hill.

38 Calton Hill, Edinburgh EH7 5AA
4.1 Very Good 452 reviews
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The Botanist Edinburgh

A lush botanical-themed bar and restaurant in Edinburgh’s New Town, offering creative cocktails, hearty British fare, and live music in a vibrant garden setting.

1 Leith St, Little King St, Edinburgh EH1 3DX
4 Very Good 327 reviews
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Howies Restaurant

Experience authentic Scottish cuisine in a stunning Georgian dining hall at Howies Waterloo Place, Edinburgh’s beloved local gem.

29 Waterloo Pl, Edinburgh EH1 3BQ
4.5 Excellent 2,856 reviews

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Leith Walk is Edinburgh’s vibrant, historic street linking city centre buzz with the lively maritime charm of Leith’s waterfront.

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