Scottish cuisine: the best places to taste it in Dalkeith

6 restaurant menus in Dalkeith, (the ranking and the list of restaurants are based on the number of recommendations received from users in the last month, currently updated to December 2024)
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The Sun Inn
The Sun Inn
100/100 (1346 ratings)
Restaurants
Gluten Free Options
Bar
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
British
Bar
British
Scottish
Scottish
Gluten Free Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Breakfast
Brunch
Dinner
Lunch
After-hours
Lamb
Salmon
Afternoon tea
Pâté
Lamb Cutlets
Pesto
Oysters
Venison
Goats Cheese Salad
Fish and Chips
Fish
porridge
Sausage
Crème Brûlée
Pork
Fish & Chips
Scottish breakfast
Roast Potatoes
Beef
Scallops
Coffee
Haddock
Club sandwhich
Sticky Toffee Pudding
Bruschetta
Chicken wrap
Sunday roast beef
Fish Pie
Pig on a Plate
Curry
Haggis
Lobster
Full Breakfast Less Haggis and Baked Beans
Prawns
Pasta
Salad
Crab
Cullen Skink Scotch Egg
Scallops
Sunday roast
Toasts
Duck
Puddings
Fish & chips
Roast Beef
Oyster
Cake
Risotto
english breakfast
Soup
Cakes
Mussels
Beer
Scones
Burger
Sticky Toffee Pudding
Sit down
Bar
British
Scottish
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Parking Available
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Free Wifi
Accepts Credit Cards
Outdoor Seating
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Lunch
Brunch
After-hours
Breakfast
Dinner
Mid-range
"Passed by a number of times and always wondered what was like. Went for a meal and was treated to friendly staff, reasonably priced and tasty food...."
brianisland7
"Cozy little gem with warm/kind staff, clean accommodations, delicious pub fare, and surprisingly good breakfast and coffee. I can’t recommend this..."
sam
"Popped in for dinner on the way back to the city, no booking but staff were very accomodating considering we also had a young child. Lovely decor,..."
Iain Finer
"I am just home from here. My friend and I went out for dinner. Our meals were very nice. The staff were amazing, so professional yet so friendly and..."
Catriona Laidlaw
"I Stayed at the Sun Inn weekend 28/29 October as i was working in Edinburgh. What a great place, fantastic staff, very welcoming and friendly and the..."
Roger Messenger
"Lovely inn! My husband and I stayed here one night on our way into Edinburgh. It was a lovely spot with a wonderful outdoor patio for drinks (and..."
Ashley English
"Didn't stay over so can't comment on rooms. However regularly go here for lunch or coffee. Very dog friendly and staff can't do enough to help...."
Ruth Winters
"I got ready at The Sun Inn for my wedding and the staff were super helpful - accommodating us in every way possible. Super comfortable room and..."
Jess Baillie
"Last Friday 5 May 2023 my friend Carol and I held a Ladies Night at The Sun Inn for my late daughter’s Legacy Fund. It was arranged with the..."
cathy hilton
"This wasn't my first trip to the Sun Inn, but it was a wee bit disappointing in comparison to previous visits. We chose to sit outside as it was a..."
Daniel Sheridan
"I've been going to the Sun Inn for years and as usual the food was perfect and it's a really nice location to go for breakfast on the weekend which..."
Meera Joshi
"Had a 3 day stay here and loved it. The staff were very freindly and accomodating, room was spotless and cleaned every day, food was amazing and huge..."
Jackie Crabtree
"Went for afternoon lunch, service was great and food was very nice and well presented. Good amount of parking and the view from my table was off..."
Johnny Tomlinson
"Great Sunday roast. Lovely staff, great wine selection and kid friendly. A lovely..."
Louise Cockburn
"Excellent food and atmosphere, but the service was slow, orders were forgotten on more than one..."
Tom Anstruther
"I love it here. Food was very nice,although some of the food could have been hotter.We had a very good catch up with friends.Wouldn’t hesitat,to..."
Mary Daniels
Sheriffhall Cafe
Sheriffhall Cafe
98/100 (509 ratings)
Restaurants
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
British
Cafe
Scottish
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Brunch
Breakfast
Lunch
Cakes
Burger
"Great food and fantastic value for money, staff always friendly, can be hard to get a table so always worth booking in advance but they also offer..."
N300RKY
"Food very nice and pleasant..."
Christina
"Great place for food .. menu reasonably priced .. staff helpfull and friendly just of sheriff hall roundabout..."
Trisha Anderson
"Best rolls ever! And staff really friendly! We will defo come..."
IreneYacobi
"Service and food are first class. What a lovely place. A visit here is highly..."
Brian Rodger
"Beautiful food and great staff. We really enjoyed our..."
Jade Rebecca
"Love the Lamproom for a breakfast or lunch, good variety on the menu, reasonable prices with generous portions & their one off special evenings..."
Sarah Gardner
"We were oot and aboot today and popped into the Lamproom we were not disappointed, amazing food, fantastic portions, great price point and fantastic..."
Alex Watson
"Look no further than the Lamproom 🥰 The only cafe I look forward to visiting..."
Krystle Weaver
"Amazing breakfast loved it definitely ne..."
kathleen fynan
The Kitchen At Restoration Yard
The Kitchen At Restoration Yard
96/100 (564 ratings)
Restaurants
Cafe
Vegetarian Friendly
British
Scottish
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
British
Cafe
Scottish
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Brunch
Breakfast
Lunch
Egg Royale and Pancakes with Berries
Cakes
Beef
Raspberry Sorbet Cranachan Chewy Flapjeck Toasted Granola Whipped Cream and Freeze Dried Raspberries
Pesto
Poached Eggs
Fish
Puddings
Tea
Cake
Buddha bowl
Eggs Florentine
Pasta
Soup
caesar salad
Cheeseburger and Fries
Salad
Scones
Cappuccino
Pan Seared Sea Bass Fillet
Sausage
Charcuterie board
Cesar Salad with Chicken
Fried
Full scottish
Cullen Skink
Cullen Skink
Raspberry Ripple Ice Cream
Eggs Benedict
Eggs Benedict
Cakes
Mac and Cheese
Steak Frites
Toasts
Pancakes with Berries and Maple Syrup
Burger
Hot Smoked Salmon Salad
Café
British
Scottish
Table Service
Playgrounds
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Gift Cards Available
Highchairs Available
Reservations
Seating
Full Bar
Lunch
Brunch
Mid-range
"Located in the beautiful Dalkeith country park. This lovely venue is bright and welcoming. The staff are helpful and friendly. I ordered the eggs..."
T R
"Charmant Restaurant in the middle of a big park. Beautiful place to make a stop for breakfast, lunch or dinner after walking or playing in the..."
G. Böttcher
"On a beautiful sunny day in Dalkeith, my partner and I decided to take a wee wander down to The Restoration Yard for some lunch. We were greeted at..."
Daniel Sheridan
"Had a lovely lunch here with an amazing butternut squash and chilli soup. Sat outside and it was so pretty. Staff were brilliant and friendly and..."
Carol Capaldi
"Real good food and the staff were very..."
Lucy J
"Delicious meal. Lovely staff and a beautiful light and airy restaurant for families and couples and groups. Delicious food. We will be back even..."
Keith Burns
"One of the top brunch spots in Midlothian. The food was great, the setting beautiful and perfect for a wander into the country park to walk off some..."
Raini Rowell
"The all day breakfast (at lunchtime) was very nice but expensive for what was included. My wife had a mussel and charitso salad and said it was..."
Andrew Morris
"Impromptu visit with my better half for brunch. Lovely building, location and decor and wasn’t overly busy when we arrived. Staff were very..."
Grant Ross
"We have been to the kitchen at restoration yard a few times now and we are always very impressed with the friendly service and great quality food...."
Alistair Gordon
Lavender Coffee & Crumbs
Lavender Coffee & Crumbs
95/100 (288 ratings)
Coffee & Tea
Coffee & Tea
Contemporary
Healthy
Vegan Options
British
Cafe
Scottish
Cafe
Healthy
Contemporary
Vegetarian Friendly
British
Scottish
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Breakfast
Lunch
matcha latte
Honey Cake
Long Black
Bagel
Chai Latte
Panini
Breakfast Tea
Blue Cheese Ciabatta
Scone with Jam and Cream
Sourdough Toast with Avocado and Tomato
Cheese and Onion Toastie
Ruby Raspberry Bar
Porridge Bowls
Cake
Cakes
Soup
Cake
Chocolate
Iced coffee
croissants
Served with Sourdough
Succo Di Frutta
British
Scottish
Contemporary
Healthy
Café
Seating
Accepts Credit Cards
Breakfast
Lunch
Mid-range
"We went for lunch today and had the blue cheese and peppers ciabatta, and a ham and cheese toastie. Both of them were absolutely amazing! The..."
Clara Molina Sánchez
"Amazing cafe in Dalkeith- just as well as it was the only thing open there today 🤔. Friendly staff, lovely interior, good cakes though most..."
Laura Burrell
"Lovely little cafe! Bright, spacious, and clean. Staff were polite and attentive. Vegan-friendly and baby/buggy friendly too (there is just one step..."
Eilidh Stanfield
"Great find in Dalkeith as we were passing through! Friendly folks doing great food in a vibey little cafe. Looking forward to next time! ..."
John Holt
"Lavender Coffee & Crumb is a rare but very pleasant experience for me. I should go more often. Nice atmosphere in a town with limited cafes above..."
DJ Dumbles
"Little tiny coffee shop with 6 tables. I really liked their Honey cake and chai Latte is so good. Appearance of shop, cups and menu really..."
supriya chundi
"Great experience. Very good coffee. Very good food. Very friendly..."
Stephen
"We tried Lavander's afternoon tea yesterday, and it was incredible!! The food was superb, fresh, delicious and a lot of it!! :) All done in the most..."
ester pastor
"Kasia and her team are all so elegant and friendly. The coffee and food are both so tasty and good value. Would highly recommend and can't wait to..."
Pritesh Patel
"We had a great coffee and scones at this cafe last week. Loved the happy atmosphere and pretty decoration. The staff were friendly and..."
Fiona Graham
"I am SO happy I found this little gem of a cafe in Dalkeith! I literally go everyday - the coffee is the best coffee iv had in a LONG TIME, the cakes..."
Beth Menzies
"Excellent. Friendly staff. Clean and inviting. Tea, coffee and food are very good quality...."
Ian Voce
"Family said it was nice so popped in for tea and a scone. Staff were very friendly and the scones tasted lovely. Will be going back..."
Patricia Ewington
"Spent my morning working away here and the ladies were lovely and provided me with the Wi-Fi password. Only downside was no coffee available but they..."
A Masuku
"Lovely lunch, highly recommend the caramelised onion and cheddar toastie. Also really good coffee and they use a good oat milk for it too! Lovely..."
Hannah Berry
"All just perfect for a birthday treat. Thank you Lavender Coffee and Crumbs for an unhurried afternoon of..."
Bridget Mackay
"Delicious food, brilliant service, bit of a wait - but worth..."
James Renwick
"Lovely little cafe in Dalkeith. Offers something very different for the area. Surroundings are pleasant and bright. Staff are friendly and attentive...."
C B
Fayre Tasty
Fayre Tasty
76/100 (169 ratings)
Restaurants
Healthy
British
Scottish
Healthy
British
Scottish
Lunch
Breakfast
Fast food
British
Scottish
Healthy
Takeout
Cash Only
Breakfast
Lunch
Cheap Eats
"Great take away will be back menu is amazing..."
Mike Oneill
"The best Chicken pakora I have ever tried in my life All Meet box is massive It’s enough for all my family And curry always perfectly..."
Emilia Szustkiewicz
"Ordered all the meats box and I have to say its excellent value and the food is very tasty. This was my first visit here and I would definitely go..."
Kelly Pirie
"Very good quality donner, and..."
Bonnyrigg Spice
"Got a pizza was great yum..."
Saltire Sunsets
"First time here in a while due to lifestyle changes. Food was great, very flavoursome and good sized portions at a fair price, unlike their..."
James Crossland
"Favourite of mine, never had a bad..."
Kenny Clark
"This is an excellent takeaway. Gives you really good quality and great tasting food. I have tried other local places over the years, just to try a..."
Jim Deffley
"My favourite kebab place. The food us..."
Sandra L
"Amazing kebabs. Shawrama & donner Naan . Delicious! Couldn't eat it all. Will eat the rest later. 115 miles from home but will definitely be..."
LaIne Hull
The Brasserie At Melville Castle
The Brasserie At Melville Castle
75/100 (269 ratings)
Restaurants
European
British
Vegetarian Friendly
Scottish
Gluten Free Options
British
Scottish
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Drinks
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Cakes
Soup
Burger
Lamb
Scones
Fish
Pâté
Pork
Venison
Beef
Sticky Toffee Pudding
Haggis
Salad
Cheesecake
Haddock
Cheesecakes
Puddings
Cake
Sandwiches
Sit down
British
Scottish
European
Serves Alcohol
Parking Available
Full Bar
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Drinks
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"Fabulous afternoon tea in a gorgeous venue... I had always wanted to dine in a castle and I fulfilled this lifelong dream recently by having..."
Pat Cuni
"Edinburgh has a great many attractions for visitors to the city, there is the Zoo, the Theatres, the Museums and of course the Castle. Where there..."
Scottish Food Review
"As two mummies of young boys (her of two, me of one), Emily and I couldn’t have chosen a better day to plan our overnight escape to Melville..."
Leilappetit
"I booked an Afternoon Tea for my mums 70th birthday. Our server was lovely, friendly and polite, even wishing my mum happy birthday as we were..."
Lillian Wheater
"Went with my son and his girlfriend just loved the castle and what they have done with..."
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