About two years ago Edinburgh Reviews wrote about the plucky Union of Genius using Kickstarter to fund a move. They’re at it again. The kitchen they couldn’t outgrow –they’ve outgrown. I might be a bit skeptical about using Kickstarter in this way but the UoG supply their soups to charity and build community. [Back this […]
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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A review of Taco Mazama, City Centre
My interesting relationship with Taco Mazama began by trying to order from them via Just Eat. Just as my deal was about due, the phone rang and the restaurant explained that their delivery driver had been in a crash. There would be no dinner. The manager would contact me the next day to organise a […]
A review of The Other Place, Broughton
The first time I found The Other Place I didn’t go in. I knew I had found a pub worth checking out but it was so busy inside I doubted we’d get a seat. The second time I found myself at the door to The Other Place, once known as The Stags Head, I was […]
The return of Illegal Jack’s
One of the first reviews on the site was of the old Illegal Jack’s on Lothian Road. The local business was forced to close after a leak from the flat above. No business should ever have to close like that. Now, Illegal Jack’s might return. A possible new venue has been found in St Patrick […]
A review of The Pantry, Stockbridge
In Edinburgh we are now spoilt for good Sunday Brunch spots. However, this little gem in Stockbridge shines out on the corner of North-West Circus place. Opening a restaurant here is always a fairly bold move considering the competition nearby, but this place certainly gives the other eateries a run for their money. There is […]
A review of Prezzo, Newhaven
Prezzo has a remarkable location out in Newhaven habour. You can sit outside this Prezzo, on a raised deck, just a pizza crust throw from the water. In some ways it rivals the view from the Old Chain Pier as you can see inland as well as out to sea. Alternatively, as I always do, […]
Review of The Wine Barrel Steakhouse, Leith
Update: R.I.P. The Wine Barrel. It was tasty, but has become another establishment to fall victim to the curse of the corner. It is now Cutting Chaii. The Wine Barrel Steakhouse is in the cursed corner of Salamander Street and Elbe Street. The curse is simple: a lovely corner venue, first rescued by the experienced […]
Review of Soba, City Centre
I’ve made a note to come back to the Soba Bar in Hanover Street and try again. Our visit was a spur of the moment decision, we leapt in the taxi, quizzed the driver about his views of the place and were safely dropped off at the door. Soba looked very busy, so much so […]