Best Old Fashioned in Edinburgh

7 restaurant menus in United Kingdom, (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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Dine Murrayfield
Dine Murrayfield
98/100 (996 ratings)
Restaurants
Contemporary
Vegetarian Friendly
British
Scottish
Contemporary
Gluten Free Options
Healthy
Vegan Options
British
European
Scottish
European
Healthy
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Lamb
Cake
Fish
Soup
Pork
Pumpkin soup
Old Fashioned
Haggis
Scallops
Asparagus
Cappuccino
Steak Frites
Sticky Toffee Pudding
Fillet of Seabass
Sea Bass
Coley
Latte
Hummus
egg benedict
Risotto
Curry chips
Scallops
Scottish breakfast
Key Lime Pie
Braised Beef Shin
Beetroot Cured Salmon Gravlax
Cod and Mussels Bouillabaisse
Pork Cheeks
Puddings
Sit down
British
Contemporary
Healthy
Scottish
European
Seating
Table Service
Serves Alcohol
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Accepts Credit Cards
Reservations
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"Ahead of a gig at Murrayfield, we enjoyed a fabulous first visit to Dine Murrayfield (tip: ahead of any event at the stadium, book well here in..."
Richard Affleck
"Initially, we had intended to stop by for breakfast, but it was a bit late in the day, and we decided to stay for lunch. My recent encounter with..."
Clio FitzGerald
"Beautiful place, lovely decor and very attentive staff. Food was delicious and well presented, more vegan options would be nice..."
Lily faerie
"Both the starters and cocktails were great, particularly the haggis and clapshot with whisky sauce in a refined presentation. The mains were okay if..."
Kenneth Li
"Have been here a few times and we never get disappointed. Great service, nice atmosphere and amazing..."
Rou Zhang
"Turning into our favourite local restaurant. Food always top quality. Good atmosphere - tables nice and spaced out. Best of all are all the staff...."
Fiona Hutchison
"Just had our breakfast here, everything was super delicious and we experienced a lovely and cosy atmosphere. We will be back here for sure! Little..."
Agata Knuta
"I've had some fantastic breakfasts at Dine Murrayfield but last night was the first time I'd been in the evening. Dine put on a Spanish evening in..."
Aileen Murray
"Lovely neighbourhood eatery, enjoyed a delicious 3 course Sunday lunch here today. Lovely and cosy on a chilly and wet Autumn day. Food and service..."
Nicola K
"Wonderful restaurant in Roseburn near Murrayfield stadium and alongside Water of Leith walk. Food was very good with a varied wine list. Service by..."
Cricko 28
The Keller Taproom
The Keller Taproom
93/100 (846 ratings)
Restaurants
Bar
Pub
Brew Pub
Bar
Pub
Brew Pub
Drinks
Dinner
Lunch
Hot Whisky
Amarumble
House Stout and a Pineapple Cider from Edinburgh Cider Co
House Red Ale
House Wheat Beer and Pineapple Cider
The Herbalist Cocktail
Charcuterie
Aperol Spritz
john smiths
Jaffa Cake Cosmopolitan
Negroni
Pineapple Upside Down Cake Cocktail
Newhaven IPA
Lemon Drop
Old Fashioned
Sit down
Bar
Pub
Brew Pub
Table Service
Serves Alcohol
Wine and Beer
Full Bar
Free Wifi
Accepts Credit Cards
Non-smoking restaurants
Dog Friendly
Reservations
Seating
Lunch
Drinks
Dinner
Cheap Eats
"Absolutely love the decor in here! They have little arty bits and bobs you can purchase, along with some plants! Unusual for a bar but I like it!..."
Sarah Anne
"The decour was inviting and fun! Emily was incredibly knowledgeable when I was trying to decide on what drink to try, she kept a positive and..."
Salina S
"Nice vibe Very cozy place. I really enjoyed my cocktails and conversations with my..."
Jiwon Kokomong Kim
"This is a pub off of the main road, down an alleyway. It makes its own craft beer, and each one I tried was well done and worth the walk to get..."
Marco Polo
"Excellent taproom in the New Town / Broughton area of Edinburgh, great beers brewed onsite in a German style, and lovely cocktails. The IPA and..."
Nick Howells
"A cool little brewery whose aesthetic is best described as "botanical hipster" or "horticultural chic". Beers are awesome, same goes for the classic..."
Lars Weitbrecht
"I have lived in Edinburgh 6 years and had never heard of this pub. It is a lovely pub tucked away from the busy streets of Edinburgh. Service was..."
Robyn Aitkenhead
"Great vibe: comfy seats, nice decor, good music. Stopped in to enjoy a couple pints and was pleasantly surprised by what was on offer. I’ll be..."
Janine G
"Relaxing interior with a warm atmosphere. Good range of their own beers and lagers. Decent selection of cheese and charcuterie boards at a reasonable..."
Phil Cook
"Awesome little pub with tonneau of character, great music and lots of..."
Shawn Wimpney
"Didn't have food here but I imagine it would be great Was here for drinks and it was amazing Rugby was on and the beer was class, people behind the..."
Alasdair Duncan
"We worked our way through nearly the whole cocktail menu and all of them were impressive -- they take classics like the negroni and old fashioned and..."
John Payson
"Ever so slightly off the beaten track, this hidden gem is a delight. Comfortable seating, stylish interior and great atmosphere. Staff are friendly..."
Robert Glynn
""Bloom" cocktail was 🤌 Will definitely be back for food, boards sound delish..."
Eilidh Curtis
"The Keller is tucked away in a Lane just off Broughton Street, which adds to the charm of this German-style taproom. The decor is inviting, and..."
Frank Venter
"We visited for the opening day and the design inside was impressive, especially the hanging chairs by the window. There was a great selection of..."
Piotr Jankowski
"Lovely bar. Craft beers, nice wines, delicious pretzel boards. We enjoyed the atmosphere of the Keller, staff were..."
Anna Zielińska
"What a find! Hiding out on Broughton Street Lane is this to-die-for gem. Stylish, friendly and full of plants - all for sale. On-site micro brewery...."
David Lewis
"It looks like an expensive place, but it's really not. It's a brewery without the insane prices or blends that don't really make much sense. Staff..."
Mey Grafiti
The Register Club
The Register Club
92/100 (668 ratings)
Restaurants
Pub
British
Bar
Lunch
Cakes
Iced tea
Afternoon tea
Old Fashioned
Champagne
Hot Nuts
prosecco
Foie Gras
White wine
The Passion Cocktail
Pistachio Shortbread
Mocatail
Scones
Bar
Pub
British
Serves Alcohol
Full Bar
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Lunch
Fine Dining
Mid-range
"We had an excellent afternoon tea here at The Register Club. The room looks to be one of the old bank boardrooms and is a nice place to sit and..."
Iain Brown
"From the moment you arrive to the moment you leave, you are well looked after. The staff could not be friendlier or more attentive and the drinks are..."
Tsenka Georgieva
"Visited for afternoon tea. Interior is really beautiful and service was very good. Food was quite underwhelming - bit cold and savoury options not..."
Scott
"Lovely views if you get a window seat but still great without as the building and inside is nice too. Close to Waverley Station and the building..."
Vik Dowlul
"Absolutely brilliant afternoon tea here. Food ambience and service was awesome x we had an itison deal but would love to come back anytime here. ..."
Jacquie Alexander
"10/10 service from the gents running the club. Friendly and very professional. In keeping with the club/gentleman's club ambience, but also 2022..."
John Cockburn
"Post dinner cocktails with great service and surroundings that let you feel like you're in another more decadent time and place. Pricey of course but..."
A Mc
"We visited The Register Club for a birthday lunch with family as I have been for a cocktail here before and the experience was just lovely! We sat in..."
Natalie Milton
"I am so glad that the old abandoned building of the Royal Bank of Scotland is now home to this lovely cocktail bar! Had some drinks recently at the..."
Patricia Cuni
"Top rated bar. Amazing cocktails made by specialists who know how to think outside of the box. The people working at the bar were knowledgeable, very..."
Eleftheria Chatzantonaki
Whighams Wine Cellars
Whighams Wine Cellars
83/100 (5245 ratings)
Restaurants
Bar
Gluten Free Options
Wine Bar
Bar
Scottish
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Wine Bar
British
Scottish
Gluten Free Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Drinks
Dinner
Lunch
After-hours
Fish
Sourdough Bread and Dipping Oil
Salmon
seafood platter
Linguine
Beer
Fish & chips
Champagne
Fish & Chips
Beef
prosecco
Puddings
Tapas
Guiness
Red wine
Soup
Haddock
Old Fashioned
Pâté
Seafood Platters
Espresso Martini
Lobster
Fried
Curry
Oysters on the Half Shell
Charcuterie board
Fish Curry
Prawns
Lamb Casserole
Salad
primitivo
Casserole
Sticky Toffee Pudding and Ice Cream
Crab
Sticky Toffee Pudding
Pan Seared Salmon
Tapas
Oyster
Haggis
Fish and Chips
Calamari
Cullen Skink
Bass
Burger
Risotto
Haggis Croquettes
Mussels
Lamb
Scottish Cheese Selection
Calamares
Burger
Sit down
Bar
Wine Bar
Scottish
Seating
Table Service
Serves Alcohol
Wine and Beer
Gift Cards Available
Full Bar
Free Wifi
Accepts Credit Cards
Non-smoking restaurants
Dog Friendly
Outdoor Seating
Live Music
Jazz Bar
Reservations
Dinner
Lunch
Drinks
Mid-range
"From the moment we walked in the service was excellent and continued to be throughout our lunch.We had two boys under 6 years old with us..."
Anvi Deol
"Whigham's is often a lively spot on a Friday night with the drinks after work crew! We've been a few times for drinks but not eaten here yet. Staff..."
The Edinburgers
"This came as a complete surprise!! It's a bar right??..great people, great wine & beer... fantastic music.and OMG great food too?? That's a score..."
Myrna Marie Alfke
"A nice and lively bar right in the heart of Edinburgh city centre, just steps from Princes Street! Descending from street level, you’ll find..."
Chace Guild
"Very good kitchen, nice..."
A. S.
"Good food and wine list. We visited on a Sunday and there was excellent live..."
S
"Unique bar and restaurant in cellars. The food and service amazing. Very good selection of wines. Definitely recommend a..."
Audrey Cant
"Great Bar Dinner. HAS LIVE MUSIC EVENTS REGULARLY JAZZ BLUES AND MORE. Sunday night great night for Live Jazz and Jam. Also great selection of wines..."
bob “Florida bob” peter
"Great atmosphere, wide seating area and plenty wines choices we had a white dry bottle and it was delicious, we didn’t have any food but the dishes..."
Alessandra Micieli
"A big pub with a restaurant we enjoyed our food and drink here. Seafood features a lot in the menu as does lots of Scottish produce. Went for the..."
Joseph Kincaid
"Always a delightful wine bar to visit with very good food and excellent service. One of the few original bars/restaurants still trading in Edinburgh...."
Alison Savage
"Beautiful little spot , friendly staff , clean and welcoming, lovely selection of fish and other foods also , definitely worth a visit, thank you..."
Debragh Kelly
The Last Drop
The Last Drop
77/100 (8559 ratings)
Restaurants
Scottish
Bar
Bar
Pub
Pub
British
Scottish
Vegetarian Friendly
British
Vegetarian Friendly
After-hours
Brunch
Drinks
Dinner
Lunch
Haggis Sausage and Mash
Burger
Cakes
Cauliflower Kale and Cheddar Burger
Cerveza Lagger
Chicken Burger
Puddings
Dessert
Cake
Wine
Sausage
Beef
Old Fashioned
Beer
Fried
Smoked Salmon
Guinness
Haggis
Sticky Toffee Pudding
gin tonic
Neeps and Tatties
Absolutely
Cider
Cranachan
Pasta
Great Beer
Salad
Haggis Neeps and Tatties
Mac and cheese
Hamburger
Salmon
Porterhouse Steak
Nachos
Garlic Chicken Schnitzel
Crofter's Pie
Cheeseburger
Sit down
Scottish
Bar
Pub
British
Television
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Gift Cards Available
Full Bar
Free Wifi
Accepts Credit Cards
Outdoor Seating
After-hours
Dinner
Lunch
Drinks
Brunch
Mid-range
"Went in for a drink and stayed for 2. The bar staff really friendly and knowledgeable about the beers. Let me try a couple of drinks as wasn’t sure..."
Angel
"Located in the buzzing grass market it's crowded and busy. The first time we went it was busy so we thought we will gang out at the bar. we were..."
Laveena D'souza
"Very crowded tourist pub located near the former execution spot in Grassmarket. Went there with my friend who coming over to Edinburgh. Crowded as..."
Hilda Dermaya Arifia
"Tasty gear! Have been to the branches and Manchester and Leeds, so decided to give the Edinburgh branch a go. Great location and the added bonus of..."
Humandustbin
"Awesome veg burger and cheese macaroni . never thought veg food in a pub could be so nice. It is a pub so do not expect cocktails, just simple plain..."
Abhishek Gupta
"Nice pub, traditional looking wooden interiors, with both tables and booths. Decent range of ales and beers on tap, and delicious food. The burger..."
Anita Hawa
"Amazing pub with a wonderful history, the legend has it that before the person was hanged to the death at the Centre of the famous grass market they..."
Dhawal Damania
"Situated in the historic Grassmarket area of Edinburgh old town, the Last Drop is a Nicholson's pub unlike most. The Last Drop, a macabre reference..."
Seabass
"Traditional food, good and quite fast service. The cullen skink was surprisingly good, the haggis was also really nice as well as the fishcakes and..."
Catalina Ghera
"This place was awesome! The good was delicious. Loved the nappies and haggis. Also, the pie was so good. I loved it here. The historical significance..."
Owen Schwaegerle
"We loved the starters; highly recommended. Everything was very good. We had Scottish beers too, and they were also very good. We also ordered..."
Carolina Miguel
"Food was decent for a tourist spot- definitely recommend the whiskey sauce if you get anything with haggis. The chicken dish was pretty good and had..."
Catherine Roukhadze
"Everything was absolutely delicious except the dessert, we didn't eat more than a couple spoonfuls. But since everything else was great, we assumed..."
Sophia Garcia
"The food was marvelous! I ate every drop and so did all of my party. Our server took our orders without needing to write anything down and brought it..."
Elizabeth Hall
"Classic Scottish pub, amazing environment around the whole pub, typical band Scottish music 10/10, the restrooms where not clean at all but its a pub..."
Daniel Martínez
"Popped in here for a solo dinner on a Friday night before other plans. The place was busy and lively, and I wasn't sure I'd get a seat, but after 10..."
Catherine Mahoney
"The place was really packed with history which was amazing and not to forget it's Nicholson's bar so the cask ales were really good. It was obvious I..."
Pragya Kumari
"Exceptional Scottish stovies, a must try Drinks are priced a bit..."
Joy Kao
The Blackbird
The Blackbird
77/100 (1651 ratings)
Restaurants
Bar
Pub
Bar
British
Pub
British
Scottish
Asian
Vegetarian Friendly
Scottish
Gluten Free Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Breakfast
Brunch
Drinks
After-hours
Dinner
Lunch
Cocktails
Puddings
Fish & Chips
Sea Bass
Soup
Beer
Prawns
Fish & chips
Juice
Eggs Benedict
Guinness
Sea Bass
Cider
Venison
Toasts
fish n chips
Noodle
Sausage
Waffles
Manhattan
Beef
Fried
Veggie Burger
Expresso Martini
Beef burger
Steak Pie
Old Fashioned
Negroni
Halloumi
Buffalo Chicken Burger
Cakes
Eggs Benedict
Fish and Chips
Salad
Chicken Wings
Wings
Lamb
French Fries
Mussels
Fish
Korean Fried Chicken Tenders
Pork
Soup
Salmon Bimibap
Burger
Sit down
Scottish
Bar
Pub
British
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Full Bar
Free Wifi
Accepts Credit Cards
Outdoor Seating
Television
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Drinks
Brunch
After-hours
Mid-range
"Even though we went for lunch, The Blackbird is an all-day kind of place, with its bar area filling up quickly on Friday and Saturday nights. Their..."
Emma Dunn
"The blackbird seems to be one of Edinburgh’s trendiest bars of the moment, owned by the same people as Hamilton’s and Treacle, it’s bound to be..."
My Food Wishlist
"I really like The Blackbird for drinks. It can get crowded by I really like the atmosphere, music and the staff. It's usually buzzing and mostly very..."
Urban Traveller
"Meeting up with my friend L for lunch doesn’t happen too often. She is usually whizzing all over Edinburgh in her role as a carer. Lunching at the..."
EdinburghFoody
"We went today for lunch and it was lovely! They have a brilliant cocktail menu with loads of choice all split down by the type of drink eg long,..."
Carol Wilkin
"We visited the Blackbird one mid-week evening and were surprised to find the place so busy. We had a quick drink at the bar whilst our table was..."
The Edinburgers
"We went along to  The Blackbird  the other week on a Tuesday evening to sample their offerings. We had both heard good things and were very much..."
The Edinburgers
"Recommended. Friendly staff, delicious food, amazingly yummy..."
Emilyh137
"I came here on Saturday with friends for a meal. We started our evening in the beer garden at the back which was a nice hidden spot and considering..."
Kazyjaz
"Continue south of Levin street and you will stumble upon The Blackbird Bar, this is a cool stylish bar with a vast selection of draught beers. I..."
Stirling
"Stopped in here on the way home. A beautifully presented pub. We had lunch and were pleasantly greeted by a fancy new menu with some delicious food...."
Jakob
"The Blackbird is great. It's got good food, with a few veggie/vegan options, a separate area for dining if you want it, and good service. It has..."
Jesse Turner
"Lovely spot on Morrison Street for a drink with friends. Service was quick, polite and friendly. Seating choices are comfortable and the place looks..."
Rachael Crawford
"My partner and I have been here twice in the last few weeks, and it was fantastic on both occasions! Hannah served us the 2nd time, and she was..."
Enzio 548
"It’s a nice little restaurant to have some drinks, they also have a nice beer garden which is a bit more spacious than the inside. There tends to..."
Stephen Roy
"I come here semi-regularly and each time I try a new cocktail and I've never been disappointed! Friendly atmosphere, lovely staff & unique cocktails..."
Šimona_Sigmund
"We arrived without a reservation to a busy restaurant but the staff managed to make room for us. We ordered a cocktail and a burger each. I ordered..."
David
"Fantastic atmosphere with great drinks. Brilliant beer garden..."
David
"Only stopped for a beer.. but really liked the place.. only wished I lived in Edinburgh..."
Peter Hughes
"Beautiful surroundings, fantastic food and friendly staff. Could not ask for..."
Joy Rodgers
"Officially my favourite pub now. Staff make all the difference; they are welcoming, lovely and friendly. Staff helped my mum with her shopping bag..."
Daniel Cairns
Westview Restaurant
Westview Restaurant
70/100 (181 ratings)
Restaurants
European
European
British
Breakfast
Dinner
Old Fashioned
Highland Burger
Sit down
British
European
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Breakfast
Dinner
Mid-range
"The quality and the portion of the meals are for 5 stars! Delicious..."
Konstantina Xenou
"Great food, server was friendly and happy to have a laugh with..."
Paul Easton
"Delicious food Excellent Knowledgeable staff Will..."
Craig Pestka
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