Princes Street has a new smash burger contender. Glasgow-born Kongz serves Aberdeen Angus patties so juicy they come with disposable gloves, alongside chicken pakora and German doner pizza. Messy, bold, and easily beats the chain next door.
Eat your fill with food and drink in Edinburgh
Ah, a favourite subject of ours! When it comes to food and drink in Edinburgh, the city is just brimming with restaurants, cafes, bistros, gastro pubs, pizzerias, chippies and just about everything else to tickle your fancy.
If you're looking to dine out, Girdy & Birdy are gradually eating their way through the 'Burgh and updating their restaurant experiences regularly, both on the blog, and - more frequently - through social media.
You don't even have to eat out, either! You can order in, with many delivery services (such as JustEat, Deliveroo and UberEats) happy to bring exactly what you want straight to your door. Food and drink in Edinburgh is always a delight!
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Review: The Starbank Inn, a coastal pub in Newhaven
The Starbank Inn offers dependable seaside dining with stunning waterfront views across to Fife. Expect generous comfort classics, welcoming staff, and a relaxed dog-friendly lounge bridging local community charm with timeless pub tradition.
Review: The Scottish Cafe & Restaurant, afternoon tea under NGS
Set beneath the Scottish National Gallery, Contini delivers a premium afternoon tea with savoury mackerel scones and petit fours. Advance booking is mandatory for the £40 sitting, which includes limitless tea refills and postcard garden views.
Review: L’Alba D’Oro, A legendary chippy on Henderson Row
Decades of awards and a wall-mounted crocodile welcome walk-in diners at L’Alba D’Oro. The fryers cook to order rather than stacking heat lamps, delivering piping hot haddock and chips that easily outshine modern city takeaway competition.
Review: OCA, acai bowls in Stockbridge
Craving genuine Brazilian açaí in Edinburgh? Oca delivers nutrient-packed superfood bowls and warm pão de queijo. Head downstairs to the spacious basement tables to escape the rain and refuel on natural energy.
Review: Old Poison Distillery Bar, a cocktail bar in Leith
Old Poison Distillery Bar on Portland Place is a hidden gem for cocktails and snacks. With neon skulls and a speakeasy vibe, it is perfect for a date night or business drinks. Highly recommended for your next night out in Leith.
Review: Tram Trail 2026, a West End to Leith pub crawl
Bellfield Brewery’s Tram Trail 2026 links seven Edinburgh pubs across the city tram line, rewarding drinkers who complete the coaster mosaic with a commemorative t-shirt.
Review: Cafe Piccante, a chippy in the city centre
Known for its purple boxes and smiley face logo, Cafe Piccante serves Edinburgh revellers until 3 am. The chippy food is fair rather than gourmet, but the welcoming vibe and iconic deep-fried Mars bars make it a reliable Broughton institution.