Our curated selection of restaurants, bars and coffee shops highlights the best of Edinburgh's Southside - a hip, vibrant and youthful multicultural melting pot. Your tastebuds will remember these joints for years to come!
circa (our breakfast room)
We know how important it is to fuel up before a busy day of sightseeing or working, and there’s no better way to kick start your day than with our full Scottish breakfast, served daily in circa. Our famous breakfast reviews speak for themselves!
Luxford Burgers
You’ll be unsurprised to learn that Luxford Burgers specialises in burgers. But you may be surprised by the deliciously inventive flavour combinations that have made this brilliant burger joint such a hit.
https://www.luxfordburgers.co.uk/ 
Southpour
On an enviable corner spot in trendy Newington, Southpour specialises in craft beers, boutique spirits, Fairtrade coffee and seasonal, fresh food. Perfect for refuelling, relaxing and soaking up the Southside.
https://www.southpour.co.uk 
Maki and Ramen
Ask Edinburgh people where they go for Japanese food, and they’ll probably tell you Maki and Ramen. Such is its popularity there are now several locations dotted about the city – and with good reason. From delicate maki dishes to hearty bowls of ramen, they just do it right. Kanpai!
https://www.makiramen.com/ 
Black Medicine Coffee Co
Natural wood and cosy decor in a relaxed bohemian hangout serving light lunches, panini and snacks.
https://www.blackmed.co.uk/ 
Condita
Michelin-Starred Condita is the home to gastronomic astonishment from local chef Conor Toomey. A surprise, no choice tasting menu is created relying heavily on the outstanding produce from Condita’s own garden. Enjoy surprise after surprise over three hours with or without paired wines.
https://www.condita.co.uk/ 
The Pear Tree
The Pear is Tree is an Edinburgh institution. Featuring Edinburgh’s best beer garden and the biggest outdoor screen in the city, it’s created a picnic-tabled stadium feel for taking in all the top sports events (especially the rugby). Built in 1759, the building has been visited by a host of famous people – including Scotland’s national bard, Rabbie Burns.
https://www.peartreeedinburgh.co.uk/ 
The Auld Hoose
Home to Edinburgh’s largest nachos, The Auld Hoose offers hearty portions of great food and a huge selection of beers enjoyed to the soundtrack of its own legendary mental, punk and goth-inspired jukebox.
http://theauldhoose.co.uk/ 
56 North
56 North is Scotland’s original gin bar, kitchen and working distillery. Since 2008, 56 North has been hosting Edinburgh residents for drinks, food and parties. See the gin being distilled with a working distillery inside the bar.
https://fiftysixnorth.co.uk/ 
The Holyrood 9a
The Holyrood 9a is a proper local pub in the heart of Edinburgh’s old town that offers a warm welcome, cold beer and outrageously good burgers. So pop down, settle in and experience an Edinburgh pub bursting with character.
https://www.theholyrood.co.uk/ 
The southern
Owned by the same people as Holyrood 9a, The Southern offers brilliant beers and fantastic food in the Southside. Enjoy craft beers, wine, cocktails and amazing food from the grill amongst the bustle of this trendy pub just behind the Meadows.
https://www.thesouthern.co.uk/