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Restaurants in Aberlady

• Duck's at Kilspindie

  The country cousin of Duck's at Le Marche Noir in Edinburgh (now open only for private functions), this restaurant is housed in the extensively re-vamped Kilspindie Hotel, some 20 minutes' drive from the city centre.

  Kilspindie House Hotel, Aberlady, Edinburgh - Cuisine: Modern Scottish

Restaurants in City of Edinburgh

• Kyloe Restaurant & Grill

  Following a stunning transformation, Edinburgh's landmark Rutland Hotel re-opened in 2008 and has quickly scooped a handful of prestigious awards - including 'Best New Scottish Hotel' in the Scottish Hotel Awards.

  The Rutland Hotel, City of Edinburgh, Edinburgh - Cuisine: Steak

• Verandah Restaurant

  Rock stars, Scottish rugby heroes and movie icons have all had their photos taken at this long running Indian restaurant within walking distance of Haymarket BR station.

  17 Dalry Road, City of Edinburgh, Edinburgh - Cuisine: Indian

• EH2 Tempus

  A groovy new venture in the classic Grade-II listed George Hotel on Edinburgh's most chic street (postcode EH2), Tempus is an all-day venue that pulls in the city's fashionistas and socialites with its elegant and in-vogue lounge bar and its cool brasserie-style restaurant.

  25 George Street, City of Edinburgh, Edinburgh - Cuisine: Modern British

• Fishers in the City

  The city sibling of Fishers in Leith occupies premises right at the heart of Edinburgh's social scene, and is run along similar lines to its elder brother.

  58 Thistle Street, City of Edinburgh, Edinburgh - Cuisine: Seafood

• The Indian Cavalry Club

  Having wooed the crowds for more than 20 years with its distinctive brand of new-wave Indian food, the Indian Cavalry Club vacated Atholl Place and headed off to new premises in spring 2007.

  22 Coates Crescent, City of Edinburgh, Edinburgh - Cuisine: Indian

• Valvona & Crolla VinCaffè

  Edinburgh's glitzy shopping thoroughfare built around Harvey Nichols makes a suitably fashionable setting for the Contini family's new deli/caffè bar.

  11 Multrees Walk, City of Edinburgh, Edinburgh - Cuisine: Italian

• Apex City Hotel, Agua Restaurant

  Right in the heart of Edinburgh's Old Town, with 'jealousy-inducing' views of the Castle, the Apex City Hotel is a decidedly contemporary destination for business people and tourists, and has the bonus of inviting dining possibilities.

  61 Grassmarket, City of Edinburgh, Edinburgh - Cuisine: Modern European

• Apex International Hotel, Heights Rooftop Restaurant

  Incredible views of Edinburgh Castle's mighty drum tower are just one feature of this modern luxury hotel in the tourist heart of the city.

  31-35 Grassmarket, City of Edinburgh, Edinburgh - Cuisine: Modern Scottish

• Barcelo Carlton Hotel, Bridge Restaurant

  Situated on the Royal Mile close to Edinburgh Castle and the shops of Princes Street, this luxurious hotel caters admirably for business visitors and the hordes of tourists that descend annually on the city.

  19 North Bridge, City of Edinburgh, Edinburgh - Cuisine: Modern European

• Barioja

  Having scored a hit with Iggs, proprietor Ignacio Campos decided to add an extra touch of Spanish sunshine to proceedings by opening Barioja next door.

  19 Jeffrey Street, City of Edinburgh, Edinburgh - Cuisine: Spanish/Tapas

• Black Bo's

  'Elegantly disheveled' is how the owners describe this near-legendary vegetarian hangout in the heart of Edinburgh's 'festival land'. A blue neon sign marks out the place, and the interior is a mix of cosy candlelight with bohemian overtones.

  57-61 Blackfriar's Street, City of Edinburgh, Edinburgh - Cuisine: Vegetarian

• Café Royal Oyster Bar

  A revered and aristocratic Edinburgh institution on West Register Street, the Café Royal oozes Victorian opulence and the evocative Oyster Bar is one of its most enduring features.

  17a West Register Street, City of Edinburgh, Edinburgh - Cuisine: Modern British

• Calistoga Central Restaurant

  Winners of "Speciality Restaurant of the Year" at the Scottish Restaurant Awards 2010, Calistoga Central is a real oasis in the centre of Edinburgh.

  70 Rose Street Lane North, City of Edinburgh, Edinburgh - Cuisine: Californian

• Castle Terrace Restaurant

  Castle Terrace Restaurant conveniently located behind Edinburgh Castle opened its doors on 14th July 2010, a joint venture between Michelin starred chef Tom Kitchin and Chef Patron Dominic Jack.

  33/35 Castle Terrace, City of Edinburgh, Edinburgh - Cuisine: Modern British

• Centotre

  Victor and Carina Contini started out as part of the family dynasty that put Valvona & Crolla top of the tree in Edinburgh, but decided to split and go their own way.

  103 George Street, City of Edinburgh, Edinburgh - Cuisine: Italian

• Channings

  In a quiet cobbled street, fives minutes' drive from Princes Street, Channings is the result of the discreet conversion of a row of attractive Edwardian townhouses.

  South Learmonth Gardens, City of Edinburgh, Edinburgh - Cuisine: Modern Scottish

• Creelers in Edinburgh

  The Edinburgh sibling of Tim and Fran James' enterprise on the Isle of Arran, Creelers occupies a fine stone-fronted building just off the Royal Mile.

  3 Hunter Square, City of Edinburgh, Edinburgh - Cuisine: Seafood

• David Bann

  Global vegetarian food in groovy surroundings is what you can expect at David Bann's crusading venue just off the Royal Mile.

  56-58 St Mary's Street, City of Edinburgh, Edinburgh - Cuisine: Vegetarian

• Dionika

  Galician-born Juan Dionisio Blanco brings a taste of Spain to Edinburgh with this exciting restaurant, deli and wine shop in the Cannonmills district of the city.

  3-6 Cannonmills Bridge, City of Edinburgh, Edinburgh - Cuisine: Spanish

• Dubh Prais Restaurant

  'We have that Edinburgh rarity - a genuinely Scottish restaurant,' noted one reviewer after visiting this romantic cellar rendezvous midway between the Castle and Holyrood Palace.

  123b High Street, City of Edinburgh, Edinburgh - Cuisine: Scottish

• Dusit

  Hidden away in the New Town area of the city, this intimate Thai restaurant is gaining a reputation for its personable atmosphere and genuine cooking.

  49A Thistle Street, City of Edinburgh, Edinburgh - Cuisine: Thai

• Elliot's, Apex Waterloo Place Hotel

  Set within the Apex Waterloo Place Hotel on Edinburgh's Waterloo Place, Elliot's restaurant combines the traditional listed features of this magnificent historic building with contemporary design.

  23 - 27 Waterloo Place, City of Edinburgh, Edinburgh - Cuisine: Modern Scottish

• Far Pavilions

  A classy-looking Indian restaurant near the city's Comely Bank area, Far Pavilions puts on a stylish show with its etched glass screens and intimate eating areas.

  10 - 12 Craigleith Road, City of Edinburgh, Edinburgh - Cuisine: Indian

• First Coast

  'The sort of neighbourhood restaurant we all need,' noted Joanna Blythman in the Sunday Herald. She was referring to the MacRae brothers' design-conscious venue in a fashionably cosmopolitan quarter of Edinburgh.

  97 - 101 Dalry Road, City of Edinburgh, Edinburgh - Cuisine: Eclectic

• Forth Floor

  The name isn't a misprint – it's simply a punning reminder that this is Edinburgh and that the restaurant (which really is on the fourth floor of the shop) has far-reaching views over the Firth of Forth.

  Harvey Nichols, City of Edinburgh, Edinburgh - Cuisine: Modern British

• Grain Store Restaurant

  Head up the modern staircase to find this easy-going restaurant in a series of vaulted chambers that once served as a grain storeroom.

  30 Victoria Street, City of Edinburgh, Edinburgh - Cuisine: Modern Scottish

• Grill Room at The Dome

  Originally the site of Edinburgh's old Physician's Hall, designed and built by James Craig in 1775, the Dome later became home to the Commercial Bank of Scotland, before its present incarnation as social playground complete with a cocktail bar, garden café, conference suites and facilities for weddings.

  14 George Street, City of Edinburgh, Edinburgh - Cuisine: International

• Hadrian's

  This is the chic, stylish brasserie alternative to top-end dining in Rocco Forte's ultra-swish Balmoral Hotel. The décor has a distinct '30s Art Deco feel with walnut floors, lime walls and a splash of African violet – colours apparently inspired by the natural landscapes of Edinburgh, taking in the Salisbury Crags, sea and sky.

  The Balmoral Hotel, City of Edinburgh, Edinburgh - Cuisine: Global

• Hanam's

  Jamal Ahmed and his family are proud cultural ambassadors who have brought a taste of authentic Kurdish cuisine to the streets of Edinburgh.

  3 Johnston Terrace, City of Edinburgh, Edinburgh - Cuisine: Kurdish

• Hewat's Restaurant

  Edinburgh's old guard may remember this address on Causewayside when it was The Marque. A great deal has changed since then – thanks to the efforts of chef/proprietor Richard Hewat, who had the modesty to name this re-born restaurant after himself.

  19 - 21b Causewayside, City of Edinburgh, Edinburgh - Cuisine: Scottish

• Howies Restaurant

  This branch of the Howies mini-chain is a flexible, family-friendly place where good value and quality go hand in hand.

  29 Waterloo Place, City of Edinburgh, Edinburgh - Cuisine: European

• Iggs

  Ignacio Campos was determined to inject some Mediterranean warmth in this part of Auld Reekie when he opened Iggs in the Old Town.

  15 Jeffrey Street, City of Edinburgh, Edinburgh - Cuisine: Spanish

• Iglu Bar & Bistro

  Billed as an 'ethical eaterie', Iglu Bar & Bistro is now revving up again under new ownership, but its style and dedication to sound sourcing remain unchanged.

  2b Jamaica Street, City of Edinburgh, Edinburgh - Cuisine: Modern Scottish

• Izzi

  An energetic Japanese/Chinese hybrid, Izzi occupies a minimalist site in Edinburgh's West End, and feeds the crowds with its good-value, all-day menu of classic and accessible dishes from both cuisines.

  119 Lothian Road, City of Edinburgh, Edinburgh - Cuisine: Japanese

• Kalpna

  Ajay Bhartdwaj's revamped restaurant has been feeding the citizens of Edinburgh for more than 25 years and it remains one of the most distinctive Indian vegetarian venues in the business.

  2-3 St Patrick Square, City of Edinburgh, Edinburgh - Cuisine: Indian

• Kweilin

  Opened in 1984, Derek Tang's restaurant is new one of the swishest Chinese eating places in the heart of Edinburgh 'new town'.

  19-21 Dundas Street, City of Edinburgh, Edinburgh - Cuisine: Chinese

• La Favorita

  Nestled in Edinburgh's Leith Walk, La Favorita, a log-fired pizzeria and pasta gourmet, has certainly become 'The Favourite' Italian restaurant in town.

  325-331 Leith Walk, City of Edinburgh, Edinburgh - Cuisine: Italian

• La Garrigue

  A taste of the Languedoc in Auld Reekie is what you can expect at this cool relaxed restaurant with its hyacinth walls, Tim Stead furniture and displays of original artwork.

  31 Jeffrey Street, City of Edinburgh, Edinburgh - Cuisine: French

• La Partenope

  'I promise you will feel better leaving than when you came in,' wrote Gillian Glover in The Scotsman. Her praise was heaped on a highly popular, enthusiastically supported Italian of the old school called La Partenope.

  96 Dalry Road, City of Edinburgh, Edinburgh - Cuisine: Italian

• Le Café St Honoré

  A new team has settled into Le Café St Honoré, a long-running Gallic hangout hidden away down a funny little lane just off Edinburgh's Thistle Street.

  34 North West Thistle Street Lane, City of Edinburgh, Edinburgh - Cuisine: Scottish

• Le Monde Hotel, Paris

  Visitors to this imaginatively designed boutique hotel really can look forward to a vicarious tour of Le Monde. The whole place consists of individually themed bedrooms (each inspired by a different city), plus a Shanghai nightclub and the three different eating options - Vienna, Milan and Paris.

  16 George Street, City of Edinburgh, Edinburgh - Cuisine: European

• Loon Fung

  For more than 30 years, this Cantonese warhorse has been satisfying Edinburgh locals and a sizeable Chinese contingent. Lunchtime deals bring in crowds of office workers, dim sum are highly regarded and the full menu covers all the old favourites, from spare ribs to lemon chicken.

  2 Warriston Place, City of Edinburgh, Edinburgh - Cuisine: Chinese

• Marriott Dalmahoy, Pentland Restaurant

  Built in 1724 and set in 1,000 acres of rolling parkland at the foot of the glorious Pentland Hills, this re-modelled baronial Georgian mansion now does duty as a high-class hotel and country club complete with two golf courses.

  Kirknewton, City of Edinburgh, Edinburgh - Cuisine: Modern European

• Mezbaan South Indian Restaurant

  Mezbaan means 'perfect host', which sounds like a good start when considering this hot new arrival on the Edinburgh scene.

  14-14a Brougham Street, City of Edinburgh, Edinburgh - Cuisine: South Indian

• Mussel Inn

  A bustling, bistro-style venue devoted to the joys of mussels (and more besides), this pulsating venue is right in the heart of Edinburgh's main shopping district - and it pulls in the crowds.

  61-65 Rose Street, City of Edinburgh, Edinburgh - Cuisine: Seafood

• Nargile

  Suave, Istanbul-born Seyhan Azek is the driving force behind this relaxed, friendly and unpretentious Turkish restaurant in the centre of Edinburgh.

  73 Hanover Street, City of Edinburgh, Edinburgh - Cuisine: Turkish

• North Bridge Brasserie

  Dramatically located in the grand marble reception hall of the old Scotsman newspaper building (now one of the city's stylish hotels), the North Bridge Brasserie offers a casual and funky alternative to the food in the prestigious Vermilion restaurant.

  The Scotsman, City of Edinburgh, Edinburgh - Cuisine: Modern Scottish

• Number One

  Originally The North British, one of Edinburgh's two great railway hotels, the seriously refurbished Balmoral is a massive, noble, leviathan of a place, presiding grandly over the eastern end of Princes Street, its clock tower rearing skywards as a marker for all to see.

  The Balmoral Hotel, City of Edinburgh, Edinburgh - Cuisine: Modern Scottish

• Olive Branch Bistro

  'OB' stands on a bustling corner where Broughton Street meets Broughton Place and it's easily recognised by its olive-green frontage.

  91 Broughton Street, City of Edinburgh, Edinburgh - Cuisine: Mediterranean

• Oloroso

  There are stunning views of the Firth of Forth and Edinburgh Castle from the roof terrace of this top-floor bar/restaurant on the corner of bustling George Street.

  33 Castle Street, City of Edinburgh, Edinburgh - Cuisine: Modern European

• Ondine

  Ondine is a fabulous seafood restaurant named after a mythological water nymph and is housed in the curved corner of the Missoni building, just off the Royal Mile in Edinburgh.

  2 George IV Bridge, City of Edinburgh, Edinburgh - Cuisine: Seafood

• Petit Paris

  A bastion of old France in the touristy heart of Edinburgh, Petit Paris does exactly what it says in its patriotically Gallic slogan: 'Le respect de la tradition française'.

  38-40 Grassmarket, City of Edinburgh, Edinburgh - Cuisine: French

• Restaurant 21212

  Restaurant 21212 opened in May 2009 in the city of Edinburgh, the latest venture from Michelin starred Paul Kitching, whose previous restaurant Juniper in Altrincham was the recipient of many awards and plaudits.

  3 Royal Terrace, City of Edinburgh, Edinburgh - Cuisine: Modern European

• Restaurant Mark Greenaway at No 12 Picardy Place

  Acclaimed chef, Mark Greenaway opened his first signature restaurant at No 12 Picardy Place in February 2011, a smart Georgian townhouse in the heart of the City of Edinburgh.

  12 Picardy Place, City of Edinburgh, Edinburgh - Cuisine: Modern Scottish

• Rhubarb at Prestonfield

  Prestonfield is the result of a £2m refurbishment of what was once the Lord Provost's place of residence, and is one of the most remarkable venues to hit Scotland for a long time.

  Prestonfield House, City of Edinburgh, Edinburgh - Cuisine: Modern European

• Rick's

  'Of all the gin joints in all the towns in all the world, Rick's is the one I'd want to stay at': so wrote a reviewer in the London Evening Standard.

  55A Frederick Street, City of Edinburgh, Edinburgh - Cuisine: Eclectic

• Roti

  Tony Singh (owner of Oloroso and once head chef on the Royal Yacht Britannia), recently moved Roti from its original home in Rose Street North Lane to grander city-centre premises just off Lothian Road.

  73 Morrison Street, City of Edinburgh, Edinburgh - Cuisine: Modern Indian

• Ruan Siam

  Sister to the Ruan Thai at 29 Cockburn Street, Ruan Siam occupies the premises that were once home to that Edinburgh Thai stalwart Siam Erawan.

  48 Howe Street, City of Edinburgh, Edinburgh - Cuisine: Thai

• Santini

  Situated in the same building as the Sheraton Grand's impressive One Spa complex, Santini is an intimate, minimalist venue where you can sample genuine regional Italian food with a strong Venetian accent.

  Sheraton Grand Hotel, One Spa, City of Edinburgh, Edinburgh - Cuisine: Italian

• Stac Polly

  Established in 1990, the original Stac Polly comprises a labyrinth of authentic rough stone-walled cellars and passages, which help to generate a highly atmospheric mood for visitors at lunch and in the evening.

  29-33 Dublin Street, City of Edinburgh, Edinburgh - Cuisine: Modern Scottish

• Stac Polly

  Situated in the lee of Edinburgh Castle, within walking distance of the Royal Lyceum Theatre and Usher Hall, the younger brother of Stac Polly in Dublin Street has its own distinct style, with tartan chairs, mossy coloured carpets and eye-catching prints on its cream walls.

  8 - 10 Grindlay Street, City of Edinburgh, Edinburgh - Cuisine: Modern Scottish

• Sweet Melindas

  Chef/proprietor Kevin O'Connor is a great fan of fish, and for the last ten years he has been picking up the best of the catch on display at Eddie's Seafood Market right next door to this popular restaurant.

  11 Roseneath Street, City of Edinburgh, Edinburgh - Cuisine: Seafood

• The Bonham

  Recently voted Scottish Boutique Hotel of the Year, the Bonham is a stylish Victorian townhouse conversion in Edinburgh's West End – just a stroll away from the city's shops and sights.

  35 Drumsheugh Gardens, City of Edinburgh, Edinburgh - Cuisine: Modern European

• The Borough

  This fine-looking building on Edinburgh's Southside once did time as a snooker hall, before being transformed into swanky boutique hotel, restaurant and cocktail bar.

  72-80 Causewayside, City of Edinburgh, Edinburgh - Cuisine: European

• The Dogs

  David Ramsden is a well-known player on the Edinburgh restaurant scene, and following the demise of fitz(Henry) and Rogue he set about looking for a possible new gastropub venture.

  110 Hanover Street, City of Edinburgh, Edinburgh - Cuisine: British

• The Honours

  The Honours is Michelin starred chef Martin Wishart's new Edinburgh brasserie located in Edinburgh's New Town, a short stroll from the city's world-famous Princes Street.

  58a North Castle Street, City of Edinburgh, Edinburgh - Cuisine: Brasserie

• The Howard Hotel

  A five-star Georgian retreat in the centre of Edinburgh, the Howard is a privately owned boutique townhouse overlooking wide cobbled streets close to the city centre.

  34 Great King Street, City of Edinburgh, Edinburgh - Cuisine: Modern Scottish

• The Pompadour at Caledonian Hilton Hotel

  Known locally as 'The Cally', this grand hotel is an Edinburgh institution, a famous landmark standing in the shadow of the castle just a few blocks from the Convention Centre.

  Princes Street, City of Edinburgh, Edinburgh - Cuisine: French

• The Stockbridge Restaurant

  Jason Gallagher's seductive little restaurant has been described as a 'decadent grotto', and it's easy to see why. Fairy lights and tendrils of ivy coil around the iron railings at the top of the stone steps, hanging baskets adorn the entrance and - once in the low-ceilinged basement dining room - the mood is infectiously intimate.

  54 St. Stephen Street, City of Edinburgh, Edinburgh - Cuisine: Modern European

• Tower Restaurant

  'Uniquely for a museum, this has become the hottest table in Edinburgh', wrote AA Gill in The Sunday Times. Perched high above the 'sandstone Sphinx' that is The Museum of Scotland – with stunning views of the floodlit castle and St Giles Cathedral – this top-floor dining room plies its trade, serving up modern Scottish dishes to A-list celebs (Joanna Lumley, Catherine Zeta Jones, Sean Connery) as well as tourists and locals.

  Museum of Scotland, City of Edinburgh, Edinburgh - Cuisine: Modern Scottish

• Usher's Restaurant

  Once owned by John Usher of the famous Scottish brewing family, this grand Victorian mansion became a hotel in 1951.

  Norton House, City of Edinburgh, Edinburgh - Cuisine: Modern British

• Valvona & Crolla Caffè Bar

  'From market stall to dot. com' since opening its doors in 1934, this is – quite simply – Edinburgh's finest delicatessen.

  19 Elm Row, City of Edinburgh, Edinburgh - Cuisine: Italian

• Voujon

  Situated on Edinburgh's southside, close to the leafy expanses Holyrood Park, Voujon is the brainchild of seasoned local restaurateur Salim Miah.

  107 Newington Road, City of Edinburgh, Edinburgh - Cuisine: Indian

• Wedgwood the Restaurant

  When Paul Wedgwood and Lisa Channon started planning their restaurant some years ago the driving force was to create a place that would provide the 'Perfect Night Out'.

  Royal Mile, City of Edinburgh, Edinburgh - Cuisine: Modern Scottish

• Witchery by the Castle

  Located at the gates of Edinburgh's tourist-trap castle, this restaurant's name immediately evokes a sense of Gothic theatricality - and it doesn't disappoint.

  Castlehill, City of Edinburgh, Edinburgh - Cuisine: Modern Scottish

• Zanzero

  A new offering from Victor and Carina Contini, who are well known for their culinary enterprises in Edinburgh - including Centotre.

  14-16 North West Circus Place, City of Edinburgh, Edinburgh - Cuisine: Italian

• Zest

  A central location on the fringes of St Andrews Square help to ensure a lively mix of local tourists, students and curry freaks at this modish seven-year-old Indian.

  15 North Street, City of Edinburgh, Edinburgh - Cuisine: Indian

• Zucca Café & Restaurant

  A new show has come to town in the shape of this contemporary Italian restaurant on the mezzanine floor of the famous Royal Lyceum Theatre.

  The Royal Lyceum Theatre, City of Edinburgh, Edinburgh - Cuisine: Italian

Restaurants in Lasswade

• Melville Castle Hotel

  Dining in a dungeon is the intriguing prospect for visitors to this lordly edifice some 20 minutes' drive from the centre of Edinburgh.

  Melville Gate, Lasswade, Edinburgh - Cuisine: European

Restaurants in Leith

• Britannia Spice

  The name refers to the fact that this award-winning Indian sits on Ocean Drive in Leith overlooking the Royal Yacht Britannia.

  150 Commercial Street, Leith, Edinburgh - Cuisine: Indian

• Fishers Bistro

  A one-time pub on the Leith waterfront at the base of the old signal tower, Fishers comprises a dark bustling bar and a lighter, more subdued restaurant overlooking the shore.

  1 Shore, Leith, Edinburgh - Cuisine: Seafood

• The Shore Bar & Restaurant

  The Shore Bar & Restaurant is located next door to its older sibling, Fishers Bistro on the Leigh waterfront, where boats line the harbourside.

  3 Shore, Leith, Edinburgh - Cuisine: Gastro pub

• Cruz Bar & Restaurant

  The clue is in the name: Cruz is actually a 400-tonne ship moored against the harbour wall by Leith's trendy shoreline.

  14 The Shore, Leith, Edinburgh - Cuisine: French

• Daniel's

  Look for the yellow sign and the chalkboard outside to find Daniel's – a long-serving contemporary bistro facing the majestic Scottish Executive Building and close to the Ocean Terminal.

  88 Commercial Street, Leith, Edinburgh - Cuisine: French

• King's Wark

  One of Edinburgh's oldest and most atmospheric pubs, the King's Wark was a famous old smuggler's haunt, served as a plague hospital and - in earlier times - was even the private armoury belonging to James I for a while.

  36 The Shore, Leith, Edinburgh - Cuisine: Gastro pub

• Malmaison

  The original branch of the Malmaison hotel group occupies a one-time sailor's mission in now-fashionable Leith. Built in 1833, it has an impressive baronial façade overlooking the rejuvenated shore area.

  1 Tower Place, Leith, Edinburgh - Cuisine: Modern European

• Palace Chine

  Part of the up-and-coming Ocean Terminal in fashionably reborn Leith, Palace Chine lays claim to being Britain's first Chinese 'herbal restaurant', with many dishes lauded for their healthy virtues and ability to 'aid and restore the humours'.

  Third Floor, Ocean Terminal, Leith, Edinburgh - Cuisine: Chinese

• Plumed Horse Restaurant

  Having wowed the punters and gained a Michelin star in Crossmichael, Tony Borthwick decided to saddle up and gallop across to the fashionable environs of Leith on the outskirts of Edinburgh.

  50 - 54 Henderson Street, Leith, Edinburgh - Cuisine: Modern European

• Restaurant Martin Wishart

  Martin Wishart's Michelin-starred restaurant overlooking the Waters of Leith is once again flying high after a major interior makeover and modernisation by designer Ian Smith.

  54 The Shore, Leith, Edinburgh - Cuisine: Modern European

• Skippers Bistro

  For more than 25 years, this unassuming bistro has been making a name for itself on Leith waterfront. The building was once a pub, but - as you might guess from the nautical name – the business of the day is now fish cookery.

  1A Dock Place, Leith, Edinburgh - Cuisine: Seafood

• Suruchi Too Restaurant

  Turban meets tam-o'-shanter in this remarkable Indian restaurant, where giant wooden elephants and flickering lights set the mood and the menus are translated into broad Edinburgh dialect.

  121 Constitution Street, Leith, Edinburgh - Cuisine: Indian

• The Kitchin

  'From Nature to Plate' is the mantra behind Tom Kitchin's appropriately named restaurant in a former whisky distillery on Leith waterfront.

  78 Commercial Quay, Leith, Edinburgh - Cuisine: Modern Scottish

• Vittoria

  Born in 1936, Vittoria has been part of Leith Walk social life for almost 70 years and shows no signs of giving up the ghost.

  113 Brunswick Street, Leith, Edinburgh - Cuisine: Italian