Best Date Night Restaurants in The Royal Mile

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ItalianSteakhouseSeafoodFrenchJapaneseBritish

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Edinburgh

Neighborhoods

EdinburghHaymarketNew TownNewingtonOld TownStockbridge

Top Rated

CharmingFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasionsGreat for brunch

Dining Options

All dining options

Delivery only

Takeout only

Seating Options

BarCounterStandardHigh TopOutdoor

Accessibility

Gender-neutral restroomWheelchair access

35 restaurants available nearby

1. Monteiths

4.6

Exceptional(1960)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Scottish • The Royal Mile

Booked 6 times today

Monteiths bar & restaurant is nestled in a fairy-lit close in the heart of Edinburgh’s Old Town. The award winning venue is located just off the historic Royal Mile and combines chic cocktail bar with intimate restaurant. A favourite of locals and visitors alike, Monteiths is a must for relaxed dining and innovative cocktails. Monteiths is by the team behind the White Horse Oyster Bar, and Chop HouseDue to licensing restrictions Monteiths cannot accept children under the age of 5 at any time. Children aged 15 & under can be admitted until 10pm. Apologies for any inconvenience caused.

2. Gaucho Edinburgh

4.6

Exceptional(3161)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Steak • Edinburgh

Booked 42 times today

This Mother’s Day, treat your Mum to an unforgettable dining experience at Gaucho. Tuck into a traditional Sunday Roast with an Argentine twist, or dine from our delicious à la carte menu, accompanied by an extensive selection of wines from Argentina and beyond. Just a short stroll from Waverley Station and steps from St. Andrew Square, Gaucho Edinburgh is our first restaurant in Scotland, bringing the finest free-range, grass-fed Aberdeen Angus beef from Argentina to the heart of the city. We proudly celebrate Scottish produce, working with Campbell’s Meats, the world-renowned IJ Mellis cheesemonger and Mark Murphy fruit and vegetables. Of course, we have a cocktail using Irn Bru and are pleased to serve Stewart’s Craft Lager, brewed out of Loanhead.

3. The Black Grape

4.8

Exceptional(498)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Tapas / Small Plates • The Royal Mile

Booked 6 times today

The Black Grape - a new small plate restaurant located on Edinburgh's Royal Mile. Expect small plates, wine & good times in a stunning setting. This custom designed wine bar & restaurant is the ideal setting for intimate date night dining, drinks with friends or a quick snack as you people watch in the heart of the city. Our menu is a gastronomic tour de force with inspiration from around the globe. One thing unites all our dishes however - bold, punchy flavours and plates that are perfect for sharing. In addition to a 40 seater restaurant the Black Grape also has a cozy wine & cocktail bar - expect a carefully curated selection of drinks soundtracked with the best funk & soul.

A photo of The Ivy on the Square restaurant

4. The Ivy on the Square

4.4

Awesome(13582)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary British • Old Town

Booked 127 times today

Located in the heart of Edinburgh, The Ivy on the Square is an all-day British brasserie serving modern British and international Ivy-inspired classics.

5. Merchants

4.7

Exceptional(122)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Scottish • Old Town

Booked 2 times today

Merchants serves Scottish cuisine in one of the most bustling areas of Edinburgh. Braised shin of beef, haggis and seared seabass are some of the dishes on an ever-changing menu, and the restaurant is happy to try and cater for any specific dietary requirements. Situated at 17 Merchant Street, Merchants Restaurant is proud to use fresh, locally sourced produce in its dishes. Historic Edinburgh Castle is a nine-minute journey on foot and Greyfriars Kirkyard a mere two minutes walk. Most importantly, we are dog friendly.

A photo of Chop House Market Street restaurant

6. Chop House Market Street

4.0

Excellent(1989)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Steak • Edinburgh

Booked 13 times today

Best of British beef, butchered & dry-aged in house and cooked over a charcoal grill. Chop House is an innovative blend of classic British steakhouse and cocktail bar brought to you by the team behind Monteiths & the White Horse Oyster Bar. Provenance is at the centre of the Chop House offer and we use only the finest beef sourced from artisan suppliers across Scotland.The meat is dry aged for up to 90 days to add flavour, increase tenderness then the beef cooked on a charcoal grill, specially designed to give a subtle smoky flavour. Our fantastic food offering is matched by an extensive wine list from around the world and exceptional cocktail list. Open 7 days for lunch, dinner and Sunday roast! We have another Chop House in Bruntsfield & Leith

A photo of White Horse Oyster & Seafood Bar restaurant

7. White Horse Oyster & Seafood Bar

4.2

Awesome(2237)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Seafood • The Royal Mile

Booked 16 times today

White Horse Oyster & Seafood Bar, situated on the site of the oldest inn on the Royal Mile, serving the best of British seafood and shellfish sourced from boutique suppliers across the country. Expect small plates, sharing platters & hand-crafted cocktails washed down with a carefully curated selection of wine & fizz. Brought to you by the team behind Chop House & Monteiths. A child or young person must be accompanied by a responsible adult.Children aged:0-5 from 12pm until 9pm5-17 from 12pm until 10pm

A photo of House of Gods Cocktail Lounge Edinburgh restaurant

8. House of Gods Cocktail Lounge Edinburgh

4.4

Awesome(302)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service • Edinburgh

Booked 4 times today

Looking forward to reopening on the 17th of May.House of Gods is an acute clash of styles, broken rules and a balance of opposites. We believe beige is blasphemy and more is more. From our rooms to our cocktail bar, the hotel is built to immerse you in a world of unapologetic extravagance.

9. Whiski Rooms

4.6

Exceptional(2389)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Scottish • Old Town

Booked 8 times today

Award Winning Whiski Rooms is located just off the Royal Mile on the prestigious mound. Our restaurant serves food all day which is freshly prepared using the best locally sourced produce. We have an extensive cocktail list, wine, and craft beer and a great whisky selection. Whiski Rooms has a reputation as being one of the best restaurants in Edinburgh, one of the best Whisky Bars in the world, the first Ardbeg Embassy in the UK, a whisky and gift shop, and a tasting room for daily whisky tastings.Whiski Rooms is located off the Royal Mile in the city centre looking over Princess Street where you will experience traditional Scottish food.

A photo of Twenty Princes Street restaurant

10. Twenty Princes Street

4.6

Exceptional(3078)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • New Town

The award-winning Twenty Princes Street blends visionary design with contemporary menus that incorporate the finest seasonal ingredients to deliver an unforgettable experience with the best views in town.We offer the very best of dishes, from mouth-watering steaks cooked to perfection in our Josper Grill, to the finest seafood & an array of vegetarian and vegan dishes. Our seasonal menus boast handcrafted dishes, using fresh, locally sourced ingredients. We cater for all dietary needs with no compromise on quality or flavour, whether you're with us for lunch, dinner or afternoon tea.Our hand-selected wine list perfectly complements our seasonal dishes, and you'll be spoilt for choice with our extensive drinks list offering the very best in bottle beer & spirits, including an array of whiskies and gins from across Scotland and beyond.Ask our team about our “recommended serves” – a generous serving of our favourite premium spirits matched with the perfect mixer & garnish.

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Jonathan
Inverness / Scottish Highlands •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
My wife and I dined here tonight whilst on our honeymoon in Edinburgh. What can we say, except... WOW!!! The service was amazing, the starters were delicious, and the steaks were incredible. All washed down with a tasty cocktail. We've found our go-to restaurant when we're back in Edinburgh in the future. Thank you to all the staff for making our first night in Edinburgh incredible. Mr and Mrs Farr
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Chop House Market StreetPrice: Expensive• Steak• Edinburgh
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4
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Sam
Manchester/Greater Manchester •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
An amazing time with a fantastic, interesting wine list and really outstanding dishes, the scallop was so tender and the sauce was full of flavour, it was perfect with the assyrtiko we ordered. Definitely give it a try if you’re ever in Edinburgh!
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The Black GrapePrice: Expensive• Tapas / Small Plates• The Royal Mile
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4.8
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OpenTable Diner
Gloucestershire/Wiltshire •1 review
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Good food and excellent service On the pricey side but worth it
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Gaucho EdinburghPrice: Expensive• Steak• Edinburgh
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4.6
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Robert
Greater Boston •3 reviews
4.0
Dined 7 days ago
Wide range of choices, well-executed, nice and quiet venue
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MerchantsPrice: Expensive• Scottish• Old Town
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4.7
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CillaVIP
London •16 reviews
4.0
Dined on Dec 26, 2024
Lovely food and great service in cosy and warm environment
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MonteithsPrice: Expensive• Scottish• The Royal Mile
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4.6

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