Southside, Newington and Marchmont form one of Edinburgh's most rewarding areas for eating because the choice changes almost street by street. Nicolson Street and Clerk Street offer busy, informal restaurants built for a quick meal, while the residential roads around the Meadows hide small dining rooms that merit an evening of their own. Students, local families, theatre audiences and serious food travellers all share the same compact stretch of the city, and the best kitchens respond with menus that are distinctive without losing their neighbourhood character.
Dining across Southside, Newington and Marchmont moves between very different moods. Nepalese dumplings and tandoor cooking sit near a fully vegan Malaysian menu, Macanese sharing plates, Neapolitan pizza and Edinburgh's classic fish-and-chip tradition. Marchmont and Sciennes add fermentation-led small plates, modern Chinese cooking, foraged Scottish set menus and an intimate chef's-counter experience. The variety suits casual lunches, group meals and celebrations.
Menus in this part of Edinburgh can change quickly, particularly at smaller seasonal restaurants. Compare current dishes and prices, then check dietary needs and service details directly when booking. For the most flexible meal, choose one of the broader à la carte restaurants; for NÀDAIR or Argile, arrive ready to follow a set progression. Advance planning is sensible for the smallest rooms and peak Festival periods.
Solti
Solti gives a compact Drummond Street dining room a confident Himalayan identity. The menu joins Nepalese favourites to familiar North Indian formats, but the most useful way to order is to keep the Nepalese dishes at the centre. Steamed momo make a natural opening, while chicken choila brings smoke, spice and texture. Okra fries or pani puri add crunch and brightness before a richer curry, letting a table explore several sides of the kitchen without repeating the same sauce profile.
The current menu becomes broader with tandoori salmon, mustard-scented king prawns, slow-cooked lamb shank and butter chicken, while vegetarian diners can move from chana masala to kadai paneer or daal makhani. Spice markings help, but it remains worth asking the team how assertive the Naga dishes are on the day. Solti works especially well for a couple sharing starters before a show or a group comparing grills and curries; the close-set room rewards booking when timing matters.
Address: 10 Drummond Street, Edinburgh EH8 9TU, United Kingdom
Solti Menu
Nibbles
Poppadom Tray
Three poppadoms, spiced onions, mango chutney, mixed pickle & Solti house chutney
Okra Fries & Chutney
Okra fries with Solti mint & mango chutneys
Lunch
SERVED DAILY BETWEEN 12-4
Pani Puri
Crispy hollow puri, masala potatoes, spiced imli water & pomagranate pearls
Samosa Chaat
Crushed samosas, yoghurt, chaat masala, chicpeas, tamarind chutney & pomegranate
Buttered Chicken Bagel
Tandoori chicken tikka, butter sauce, cheese, lettuce, pickled onions & coriander
Naanwich
Artisanal naan filled w/ your choice of chicken tikka or garlic chilli paneer. Served w/ house chutneys
Poori
Deep-fried flatbread
Chowmein
An Asian fusion noodles w/ Nepalese spices
Tapas Lunch
Have a smaller portion of any item marked with a T
Starters
Mixed Feast
Mixed pakora, chicken tikka, lamb chops & king prawns (serves two)
Scottish Salmon
Masala, lemon juice & ajwain
Chicken
Chicken breast marinated in garlic & ginger
Paneer Shashlik
Tandoori grilled cottage cheese w/ mixed bell peppers & onions
Momo
Steamed dumplings, herbs & spices
Chicken Pakora
Marinated chicken strips, battered & deep-fried
Vegetable Pakora
Spiced diced potatoes, chopped onions & cumin seeds
Veggie Haggis
Battered w/ garam masala, cumin & coriander powder
Malekhu Ko Macha
Panoa fish marinated w/ ajwain & crushed Kashmiri red chillies
Mixed Pakoras
An assortment of chicken, vegetable, veggie haggis & fish
Vegetable Samosa
Pastry w/ potatoes, peas, cumin & coriander w/ a tamarind sauce
Tandoori Prawns
King prawns marinated w/ yoghurt, garlic & mustard seeds
Chicken Choila
Chicken tikka, fenugreek, sesame, onion & garlic w/ beaten rice
Garlic Chilli Prawns
In a chilli reduction w/ bell peppers
Gorkhali Lamb Chops
Tandoor lamb, freshly ground spices, ginger & garlic
Chicken Tikka
Chicken breast marinated in garlic & ginger
Solti Signatures
ALL AVAILABLE AS A SIDE (-8)
Raja’s Nihari Gohst
Our best-selling slow-cooked lamb shank served in a tomato gravy infused w/ Himalayan herbs & spices
Garlic Chilli Chicken
Chicken breast, Kashmiri red chilli reduction, pickled garlic & celery
Mustang Ko Piro Lamb
Tandoor grilled lamb chops in a dark, spicy gravy
Manchurian Chicken Chilli
Fried chicken in a garlic & chilli sauce w/ onion & peppers - a balance of tangy & spice. Served w/ garlic naan
Tikka Masala
Infused in a creamy tomato sauce w/ fresh peppers & onions
Madras
Kashmiri red chillies, curry leaves & mustard seeds
Korma
Coconut & cashew sauce prepared mild & creamy
Naga
Timur berry & naga chilli paste
Kathmandu
Diced meat, makhani lentils, spinach & pickles
Butter Chicken
A family recipe made with chicken tikka, fenugreek, tomato & cream
Solti Ko Salmon
Salmon tikka w/ peppers, onions, curry leaves, garlic & ginger
Jalfrezi
Served in a sauce w/ onion, tomato & bell peppers
Lamb Rogan Josh
In a dark gravy sauce w/ Kashmiri red chillies, garlic, ginger & cinnamon
Gau Ko Kukhuro
Slow-cooked chicken w/ onions, garlic, tomato & ginger
Himali Hot Pot
Peppers, mushrooms, onions & ginger in a spicy, tangy sauce
Chicken Jai’
Cashews, coconut & cream w/ powdered nutmeg flour
Tandoori
ALL SERVED WITH BHUNA SAUCE
Mixed Tandoori
Chicken tikka, paneer tikka, lamb chop & king prawns
Chicken Tikka
Yoghurt marinated chicken breast, garlic, ginger, freshly ground spices
Prawn Tandoori
King prawns w/ fresh garlic & mustard seeds
Paneer Shashlik
Cottage cheese marinated in masala w/ peppers & red onions
Salmon Tandoori
Scottish salmon marinated in fresh coriander, Kashmiri chilli & tamarind
Vegetarian
Tarka Dal
Lentils tempered in a delicate mix of onion, garlic, tomato & coriander
Aloo Baingan
Diced potatoes & aubergine served in a medium-spiced gravy
Okra Masala
Okra (ladyfinger) w/ tomato, onion, garlic & ginger
Paneer Makhani
Pieces of cottage cheese in a rich tomato gravy w/ butter & cream
Daal Makhani
Lentils & pulses slow-cooked with butter & cream for a rich flavour
Chana Masala
Chickpeas in a slow-cooked broth of Nepali herbs & spices
Kadai Paneer
Pieces of cottage cheese with peppers, onions & fresh coriander
Saag Paneer
Thick spinach sauce with cottage cheese
Saag Aloo
Spinach sauce with tempered potatoes
Sides
Masala Cauliflower Bites
Kantipur New Potatoes
Okra Fries
Straw Fries
Mixed Raita
Biryani
AN AROMATIC BLEND OF SPICE-INFUSED RICE
Vegetable Biryani
Chicken Biryani
Lamb Biryani
King Prawn Biryani
Rice & Breads
Steamed Rice
Pilau Rice
Mushroom Rice
Traditional Naan
Garlic Naan
Garlic & Coriander Naan
Peshwari Naan
Cheddar Naan
Garlic & Cheddar Naan
Black Truffle Naan
Tandoori Roti
Tandoori Paratha
Condiments
ALL 1.5
Mint Sauce
Solti Sauce
Spiced Onions
Mango Chutney
Mixed Pickles
Cocktails
The Cloud Temple
Malibu rum, coconut, butterfly pea tea & lychee. A delicate tropical escape inspired by the colourful orchids and misty valleys of the Himalayas.
Timur Negroni
Timur gin, Amaro Santoni, Sarti Rosa, Muyu Chinotto Nero & coffee liqueur. A bold Himalayan twist on the classic Negroni, layered with citrus, spice and bitter-sweet depth.
Chilli Mango Margarita
Tequila, ripe mango, fresh lime & chilli. Inspired by the bold flavours of South Asia, this vibrant margarita blends tropical sweetness with a slow-building warmth and a touch of heat.
Freak Street Hippie
Rutland Square gin, green chartreuse, rosemary & thyme. Inspired by Kathmandu’s legendary Freak Street. A free-spirited cocktail with herbal complexity and a touch of nostalgia.
Spritz
Aperol Spritz
Aperol, elderflower, prosecco & soda.
Limoncello Spritz
Limoncello & prosecco, topped with soda.
Sarti Spritz
Sarti Rosa, prosecco & soda.
Rhubarb & Ginger
Rhubarb & ginger gin, prosecco, ginger beer.
Red Wines
Santa Rita 8km Merlot
Chile. An approachable Merlot w/concentrated flavours of plums & blackberries w/subtle hints of oak & vanilla.
Zensa Nero d’Avola Appaisamento
Italy. The palate is soft & silky, bursting w/spicy flavours of black pepper, dark chocolate, wild berries & vanilla.
La Versant Pinot Noir
France. Delicate colour w/garnet tones. On the nose, it has aromas of cherries, wild strawberries & fresh blackcurrant. An elegant & smooth palate w/ fruity, smoky & minty hints.
Gran Volante Old Vine Garnacha, Calatayud
Spain. Pronounces intensity of primarily raspberry, cherry and plum varietal fruit characters with complex notes of spice and leather. Full bodied with fine, soft tannins and well balanced acidity.
White Wines
Kleine Zalze Chenin Blanc
South Africa. Really fresh & crisp South African Chenin Blanc, a hint of ripe exotic fruit & a delicious citrus. Green apple flavours & a great minerality at the end.
Biecher Pinot Gris Alsace
France. A delightful ripe Alsace Pinot Gris, generous & food-friendly displaying tropical fruits, apricot & gingerbread aromas w/a delicate & refreshing finish.
Petal and Stem Sauv Blanc
New Zealand. Bursting with notes of passionfruit, blackcurrant and fresh herbs, this Sauvignon Blanc has a sweet fruit characters and crisp acidity, combined to create a palate that is fresh with a zesty mineral finish.
Sand Boy Albarino
Spain. A vibrant and coastal white from the Salnés Valley in Galicia. Highly aromatic, bursting with fresh-cut grass, citrus peel, and wild white flowers. Zesty and “mouth-blasting” freshness.
Beers
Alpocalypse IPA
Cobra
Gurkha Beer
Kingfisher 0%
Alcohol free
Ciders
Peacock Cider Mango & Lime
Kopparberg Strawberry & Lime
Kopparberg Strawberry & Lime 0%
Alcohol free
Soft Drinks
Coca Cola
Diet Coke
Coke Zero
Spirits
ADD A MIXER FOR 1.5
Smirnoff
Vodka
Absolut Vanilla
Vodka
Belvedere
Vodka
Soul Vegan
Soul Vegan is much more specific than its name first suggests: this is a fully plant-based Malaysian and wider Asian restaurant with a menu designed around mushrooms, tofu, vegetables and careful seasoning. The August 2026 menu ranges from aromatic pancakes with crisp beancurd skin to satay tofu and sweetcorn fritters. For a more substantial centrepiece, lion's mane mushroom appears in rendang or sweet-and-sour preparations, delivering texture as well as the coconut, spice or acidity that defines each sauce.
Recent diners repeatedly single out laksa, noodle soups and the relaxed welcome, and the breadth makes this one of the area's easiest choices for an all-vegan group. It also rewards mixed groups because the cooking does not treat plant-based food as a reduced version of another menu. Balance fried starters with a broth, greens or noodles, and flag allergies before ordering because soy, sesame, gluten and nuts recur. The restaurant's dated notice says it will reopen at 17:00 on 15 September 2026 after its annual break; confirm the reopening before visiting. The room is cosy and demand is strong, so plan ahead rather than assuming a large walk-in table will be available.
Address: 46 West Richmond Street, Edinburgh EH8 9DZ, United Kingdom
Soul Vegan Southside Menu
Sharing Starters for Two
Aromatic Pancakes
Light and fluffy pancake crafted to perfection, exuding a tantalising fragrance served with crispy beancurd skin and hoisin sauce. Contains Gluten, Sesame & Soya.
Nibble
Potato Crackers
Crackers crafted from high-quality potatoes served with luscious mango sauce. Contains Gluten (dipping sauce).
Soups
Sweet Corn Soup
Rich, velvety soup, generously studded with tender sweet corn kernels and mushroom slices. Contains Sesame.
Tom Yum Soup
Spicy and tangy broth complemented with mushrooms, tofu, and bamboo shoots. Contains Gluten & Mustard.
Hot & Sour Soup
Spicy and sour broth complemented with a vibrant mix of vegetables and tofu. Contains Soya.
Starters
Deep Fried Wonton
Plant-based dumplings containing a flavourful mixture of vegetables, herbs, and spices fried to crispy and golden-brown served with sweet chilli sauce. Contains Gluten, Sesame & Soya.
Deep Fried Cabbage Ball
Tender cabbage leaves with a flavourful filling, spiced and crisped to golden perfection. Contains Gluten & Soya.
Crispy Spring Roll
Filled with an assortment of fresh and crisp vegetables perfectly fried to a golden perfection and served with sweet chilli dip. Contains Gluten, Sesame, & Soya.
Deep Fried Sweetcorn Fritter
Crispy deep-fried sweetcorn fritter, a golden delight bursting with sweet corn kernels. Contains Gluten & Sulphites.
Gyoza
Vegetables filled dumplings pan-seared to a golden crispness. Contains Gluten, Sesame & Soya.
Salt & Pepper Lotus Root
Thinly sliced lotus root with the blend of salt and pepper seasoning fried to crispy and golden. Contains Soya.
Crispy Mixed Mushroom
Crunchy assorted mushrooms delicately fried to golden perfection. Contains Sesame & Gluten.
Satay Tofu
Asian-inspired delight deep-fried tofu cubes served with rich and aromatic satay sauce. Contains Mustard, Nuts, Peanuts & Soya.
Archar
Asian staple pickled vegetables featuring crisp cucumbers, succulent pineapples, and crunchy cabbages. Contains Gluten, Mustard, Nuts & Peanuts.
Corn ribs with guinness sauce
Sweet corn seasoned to perfection and glazed with rich smoky BBQ sauce. Contains Sulphites, Gluten, Alcohol & Soya.
Mains
Sides not included (Rice or Chips).
Soul’s Special Deep Fried Tofu
Special-made deep-fried tofu but soft when chewed and served with mushroom sauce & tender stem broccoli. Contains Gluten & Sesame.
Green Curry Tofu with Mixed Vegetables
Tofu and an assortment of crisp vegetables are served in a rich, coconut-infused green curry sauce. Contains Soya.
Ma Po Tofu
Silky tofu served in an aromatic sauce infused with a fiery blend of chilli and Sichuan peppercorns. Contains Soya.
King Oyster Mushrooms with Lemon Sauce
King oyster mushroom served in a citrusy lemon sauce. Contains Gluten & Soya.
Kong Po Homemade Yam Abacus
Abacus shaped yam stir-fried with mushroom and vegetables to perfection in a flavourful spicy Kong Po sauce. Contains Soya, Ginger & Nuts (garnish).
Monks Mixed Vegetables
Assorted dried vegetables, tofu and fresh vegetables stir-fried to perfection. Contains Nuts (garnish), Sesame, Soya, Ginger & Sulphite.
Rendang Lion’s Mane Mushroom
Mushroom soaked in dry curry infused with bold spices and coconut goodness. Contains Nuts (Candlenut) & Soya.
Mushroom with Ginger & Wine Broth
Savoury mushrooms bathed in a broth infused with the subtle heat of ginger and the depth of the wine. Contains Soya.
Pak Choi with Mushroom Sauce
Crunchy Pak Choi leaves are coated in a luscious mushroom sauce. Contains Sesame.
Soft tofu with black bean sauce
Silky soft tofu gently simmered in a rich, savoury black bean sauce with deep umami flavour. Contains Yeast, Soya & Sesame oil.
Sweet & Sour Lion’s Mane Mushroom
Plant-based mushroom soaked in sweet & tangy sauce. Contains Gluten.
Sides
Salt & Pepper Chips
Crispy chunky sliced potatoes deep-fried to golden perfection and seasoned with salt and black pepper.
CRISPY chips
Flavoured thick chunky shaped chips.
Fried Rice
Freshly made stir-fried rice with soy sauce. Contains Soya.
Fried Noodles
Stir-fried wheat noodles combined with bean sprouts, carrots, and onions. Contains Gluten.
Boiled Rice
Tender and fluffy white rice, perfect accompaniment to various dishes.
COCONUT Rice
Tender and fluffy rice slow-cooked in creamy coconut milk, delicately coloured with butterfly pea flower.
Noodles
Laksa Noodle / Rice Noodle
Rich and coconut-infused broth, generously loaded with noodles, tofu, and vibrant vegetables. Contains Gluten, Nuts (Candlenut) & Soya.
Wonton Soup Noodle
Noodles served in flavourful broth that served with dumplings filled with a savoury mixture of vegetables. Contains Gluten, Sesame & Soya.
Tom yum Goong Rice noodle
Warm and comforting noodle soup gently infused with coconut, served with an assortment of fresh vegetables. Contains Soya, Tofu & Coriander.
Gan Lau Mee
Fried saucy noodles, pak choy, crunchy wonton, complemented with tastiest seitan. Contains Gluten, Sesame & Soya.
Singapore Rice Noodle
Thin rice noodles stir-fried to perfection with vegetable. Contains Mustard & Coriander.
Mixed Vegetables Fried Udon
Udon noodles stir-fried with vegetables with caramelisation and smoky flavour. Contains Gluten, Sesame & Soya.
Rice
Katsu Curry with King Oyster Mushroom
Breaded King Oyster Mushrooms served in curry sauce and rice. Contains Celery, Gluten, Mustard & Soya.
Pineapple Fried Rice
Fragrant jasmine rice stir-fried to perfection and adorned with succulent pineapple chunks. Contains Nuts (garnish) & Soya.
Two BBQ combination Rice
Vegan char siu and vegan seitan served with a side of rice, pak choy & cucumber. Contains Gluten, Sesame, Celery & Alcohol.
Nasi Lemak
Malaysia's signature coconut rice dish, served with sambal beancurd, potato curry, archar, and crispy beancurd. Contains Gluten, Mustard, Nuts, Peanuts, Sesame & Soya.
Dessert
Single scoop ice cream
Scoop of our vegan ice cream, made with top-quality ingredients. Choose between a single or double serving of Chocolate or Caramel. Contains Soya.
Double scoop ice cream
Scoop of our vegan ice cream, made with top-quality ingredients. Choose between a single or double serving of Chocolate or Caramel. Contains Soya.
Banana fritters with ice cream
Fried battered bananas drizzled with vegan chocolate and biscoff crumbles topping. Contains Soya.
DEEP FRIED SWEET POTATOES WITH ICE CREAM
Bite-sized sweet potatoes deep fried to crunchy texture on the outside and soft inside. Contains Soya.
Gluten Free – Soups
Sweet Corn Soup
Rich, velvety soup, generously studded with tender sweet corn kernels and mushroom slices. Contains Sesame.
Tom Yum Soup
Spicy and sour broth complemented with a vibrant mix of vegetables and tofu. Contains Soya.
Gluten Free – Starters
Satay Tofu
Asian-inspired delight deep-fried tofu cubes served in rich and aromatic satay sauce. Contains Mustard, Nuts, Peanuts & Soya.
Salt & Pepper Lotus Root
Thinly sliced lotus root with the blend of salt and pepper seasoning fried to crispy and golden. Contains Soya.
Gluten Free – Sides & Nibbles
Potato Crackers
Crackers crafted from high-quality potatoes.
Salt & Pepper Chips
Crispy chunky sliced potatoes deep-fried to golden perfection and seasoned with salt and black pepper.
CRISPY Chips
Flavoured thick chunky shaped chips.
Boiled rice
Tender and fluffy white rice, perfect accompaniment to various dishes.
Fried rice
Freshly made stir-fried rice with soy sauce. Contains Soya.
COCONUT Rice
Tender and fluffy rice slow-cooked in creamy coconut milk, delicately coloured with butterfly pea flower.
Gluten Free – Mains
Rendang Lion’s Mane Mushroom
Mushroom soaked in dry curry infused with bold spices and coconut goodness. Contains Peanuts & Soya.
Green Curry Tofu with Mixed Vegetables
Tofu and an assortment of crisp vegetables are served in a rich, coconut-infused green curry sauce. Contains Soya.
Pak Choi with Mushroom Sauce
Crispy Pak Choi leaves are coated in a luscious mushroom sauce. Contains Sesame.
Mushroom with Ginger & Wine Broth
Savoury mushrooms bathed in broth infused with the subtle heat of ginger and the depth of wine. Contains Sulphites, Soya.
Monks Mixed vegetables
Assorted vegetarian of dried vegetables, tofu and fresh vegetables stir-fried to perfection. Contains Sesame, Soya & Sulphite.
Gluten Free – Noodles & Rice
Singapore Rice Noodle
Thin rice noodles stir-fried to perfection with vegetable. Contains Mustard & Coriander.
LAKSA rice noodle with VEGETABLES
Rich and coconut-infused broth, generously loaded with rice noodles, tofu, and vibrant vegetables. Contains Nuts & Soya.
Tom yum Goong Rice noodle
Warm and comforting noodle soup gently infused with coconut, served with an assortment of fresh vegetables. Contains Soya, Tofu, & Coriander.
Pineapple Fried Rice
Fragrant jasmine rice stir-fried to perfection and adorned with succulent pineapple chunks. Contains Nuts (garnish) & Soya.
Nasi Lemak
Malaysia's signature coconut rice dish, served with sambal beancurd and potato curry. Contains Mustard, Nuts, Sesame & Soya.
Gluten Free – Dessert
Single scoop ice cream
Scoop of our vegan ice cream, made with top-quality ingredients. Choose between a single or double serving of Chocolate or Caramel. Contains Soya.
Double scoop ice cream
Scoop of our vegan ice cream, made with top-quality ingredients. Choose between a single or double serving of Chocolate or Caramel. Contains Soya.
DEEP FRIED SWEET POTATOES WITH ICE CREAM
Bite-sized sweet potatoes deep fried to crunchy texture on the outside and soft inside. Contains Soya.
No Garlic No Onion – Soup & Starters
Sweet Corn Soup
Rich, velvety soup, generously studded with tender sweet corn kernels. Contains Sesame.
Aromatic Pancakes
Light and fluffy pancake crafted to perfection, exuding a tantalising fragrance served with crispy beancurd skin and hoisin sauce. Contains Gluten, Sesame & Soya.
Salt & Pepper Lotus Root
Thinly sliced lotus root with the blend of salt and pepper seasoning fried to crispy and golden. Contains Soya.
Corn ribs with guinness sauce
Sweet corn seasoned to perfection and glazed with rich smoky BBQ sauce. Contains Sulphites, Gluten, Alcohol & Soya.
Crispy Mixed Mushroom
Crunchy assorted mushrooms delicately fried to golden perfection. Contains Sesame & Gluten.
No Garlic No Onion – Rice & Noodles
Katsu Curry with King Oyster Mushroom
Breaded King Oyster Mushrooms served in curry sauce and rice. Contains Celery, Gluten, Mustard & Soya.
Pineapple Fried Rice
Fragrant jasmine rice stir-fried to perfection and adorned with succulent pineapple chunks. Contains Nuts (garnish) & Soya.
Two BBQ combination Rice
Vegan char siu and vegan seitan served with a side of rice, pak choy & cucumber. Contains Gluten, Sesame, Celery & Alcohol.
Mixed Vegetables Fried Udon
Udon noodles stir-fried with vegetables with caramelisation and smoky flavour. Contains Gluten, Sesame & Soya.
Singapore Rice Noodle
Thin rice noodles stir-fried to perfection with vegetable. Contains Mustard & Coriander.
No Garlic No Onion – Mains
Monks Mixed Vegetables
Assorted vegetarian of dried vegetables, tofu and fresh vegetables stir-fried to perfection. Contains Sesame, Soya, Ginger & Sulphite.
Kong Po Homemade Yam Abacus
Abacus shaped yam stir-fried with mushroom and vegetables to perfection in a flavourful spicy Kong Po sauce. Contains Soya, Ginger, & Nuts (garnish).
Pak Choi with Mushroom Sauce
Crispy Pak Choi leaves are coated in a luscious mushroom sauce. Contains Sesame.
King Oyster Mushrooms with Lemon Sauce
King oyster mushroom served in a citrusy lemon sauce. Contains Gluten & Soya.
Mushroom with Ginger & Wine Broth
Savoury mushrooms bathed in a broth infused with the subtle heat of ginger and the depth of wine. Contains Soya.
Sweet & Sour Lion’s Mane Mushroom
Plant-based mushroom soaked in sweet & tangy sauce. Contains Gluten & Sesame.
Green Curry Tofu with Mixed Vegetables
Tofu and an assortment of crisp vegetables are served in a rich, coconut-infused green curry sauce. Contains Soya.
No Garlic No Onion – Sides
Salt & Pepper Chips
Crispy chunky sliced potatoes deep-fried to golden perfection and seasoned with salt and black pepper.
CRISPY chips
Flavoured thick chunky shaped chips.
Fried Noodles
Stir-fried wheat noodles combined with bean sprouts, carrots, and onions. Contains Gluten.
Boiled Rice
Tender and fluffy white rice, perfect accompaniment to various dishes.
Fried Rice
Freshly made stir-fried rice with soy sauce. Contains Soya.
COCONUT Rice
Tender and fluffy rice slow-cooked in creamy coconut milk, delicately coloured with butterfly pea flower.
Beers by the Bottle
Sol
Birra Moretti
Alcohol Free Birra Moretti
Soft Drinks
Coke
Diet Coke
Coke Zero
IRN-BRU
Still Water
Sparkling Water
Rose Lemonade
Coconut Water
Apple Juice
Orange Juice
Wine
House white by glass
House Red by glass
Bottle of house wine
Bottle of Prosecco
Glass of Prosecco
Pots of Tea
Mixed Flower Tea
Red Sugar Ginger Tea
Date Ginseng Tea
Whisky and Spirits
ADD YOUR MIXER. OPTIONS: SODA, COKE, TONIC, GINGER ALE
Glenfiddich 12 YO (single malt)
Highland Park 12 YO (single malt)
Suntory Toki (Japanese)
Edinburgh Gin
Ukiyo Blossom Gin (Japanese)
Roku Gin (Japanese)
Bacardi White rum
Captain Morgan Spiced rum
Absolute Vodka
Macau Kitchen
Macau Kitchen explores the food of Macau, where Chinese and Portuguese traditions have met for centuries. That focus gives the small St Leonard's Street restaurant a point of view unlike anywhere else nearby. The official menu pairs a standard selection with daily changing progressive Macanese and Luso-Asian dishes, so the most rewarding order combines something recognisable with a blackboard special. Recent examples have moved through coconut-rich duck curry, mustard and basil chicken, sambal, seafood and deeply savoury slow-cooked dishes.
This is food intended for sharing, and the front-of-house team encourages questions when Macanese cooking is unfamiliar. Start with contrasting small plates, then add two mains rather than each diner guarding one dish; the sauces, pickles and aromatic components make more sense in conversation with one another. Macau Kitchen suits curious diners and a slow evening more than a rushed refuel. Its compact kitchen cannot accommodate every allergy, particularly sensitivities involving garlic, onion, soy or shellfish, so discuss essential requirements before making a reservation.
Address: 93 St Leonard's Street, Edinburgh EH8 9QY, United Kingdom
Macau Kitchen Menu
Small Plates
Starter portions, intended for sharing.
Bolinhos de Bacalhau
Crispy Bacalhau fritters made of salted cod, potatoes, and parsley, resting atop a layer of umami mayo. (X4)
Vegetable Spring Roll
Crispy spring rolls packed with mixed vegetables. Served with a umami mayo dip. (V)
Classic Polvo
Chilled octopus salad, enhanced with zesty lime, garlic, and aromatic herbs.
Chef's Spicy Polvo
Chilled octopus salad with a gentle spice, featuring zesty lime, garlic, and a hint of chilli.
House Crispy Salad
Mix shredded cabbage, carrots, peppers and crunchy dough, all dressed in a citrusy dressing, ideal as a light start or refreshing side. (VE)
Mains
Minchi
A comforting Macanese classic with stir-fried Scottish Aberdeen minced beef, diced Portuguese chouriço, and potatoes, topped with an over-easy egg. Perfect for those who enjoy milder flavors.
Sweet-sour-spicy Squid
Twice-cooked squid stir-fried with caramelised onions, peppers, and a blend of spices.
Chef's Plant-based Coconut Duck
A plant-based version of the signature coconut duck. Crispy spiced gluten paired with refreshing shredded greens, topped with a mild spicy, sweet, sour, and coconutty sauce. (VE)
Chef's Signatures
Classic Signature Coconut Duck
Crispy coconut duck served over refreshing shredded greens, drizzled with a mild spicy, sweet, sour, and coconutty sauce, garnished with finely cut vegetables. Chef Kei’s homage to tradition. Unique to the Macau Kitchen.
Five-course Chef's Choice
Chef Kei will personally visit your table to engage with you and tailor a menu specifically for your party, based on the dishes available for that day. Enjoy a delightful surprise 5-course dinner selected just for you! Please check with our staff for availability. Minimum of two.
Extra Sides
Bowl of Steamed Rice
(VE)
Chilli Sauce of the Day
Pizza Posto
Pizza Posto is a dependable all-rounder: central, informal and sharply focused on Neapolitan-style pizza. Its multicereal dough rests for 24 to 48 hours before a fast bake in clay ovens, producing the soft rim and supple centre that define the style. A simple tomato-and-mozzarella pizza is the clearest test of that dough, while the wider menu adds cured meat, vegetables and bolder cheeses without burying the base under excessive topping.
The lively Nicolson Street setting makes Pizza Posto particularly useful before a performance, after the museums or when a mixed-age group wants an easy decision. Order individual pizzas and share a starter if you want variety, as the soft centres are at their best immediately after baking. Gluten-free bases are offered, but the restaurant explains that they use the same oven, which matters for coeliac diners. This is a practical choice for speed and broad appeal, with enough technical care in the dough to remain interesting.
Address: 16 Nicolson Street, Edinburgh EH8 9DH, United Kingdom
Pizza Posto Menu
Small Bites
Olive Marinate
Marinated Italian olives VG GF
Bruschetta
Toasted bread, garlic cherry tomatoes, basil, evoo VG
Mozzarella Fritta
Deep fried mozzarella sticks, rocket salad, chilli & tomato dip V
Calamari Fritti
Deep fried crispy calamari rings, rocket, lemon, garlic mayo
Fiori Di Zucca
Fried courgette flowers, ricotta mousse, basil, pesto, tomato & chilli sauce, lemon zest V
Pizza Rosse
Tomato Base
Classic marinara
garlic, oregano, basil, evoo VG
Classic margherita
fior di latte, basil, evoo V
Fior di latte
cooked ham, mushroom, basil
Fior di latte
spianata calabrese, basil
Fior di latte
rocket, parma ham, burrata, parmigiano shavings, basil
Calzone ripieno
ricotta, fior di latte, salame napoli, cooked ham, provolone, black pepper, topped with tomato, parmigiano, basil
Pizza Bianche
White Base
Mixed grilled vegetables
basil, evoo V
Fresh Tuscan sausage
friarielli, nduja, basil
Fresh Tuscan sausage
rosemary potatoes, red onion
Provolone, gorgonzola dolce
parmigiano, mozzarella di bufala V
Speciali Della Casa
Francesco's Specials
San Marzano tomato base, yellow & red cherry tomatoes, garlic, oregano, basil, fresh stretched bufala
V
Cream of pistachio base, fresh stretched bufala, pistachio-infused mortadella, confit cherry tomatoes
Fior di latte & bufala white base, diced rosemary potatoes, pistachio-infused mortadella, pistachio crumbs
Cream of courgette base, yellow cherry tomatoes, fresh stretched burrata, courgette chips, provolone dolce shavings
V
Sides
Fries
VG
Fries w/ rosemary & parmigiano
V
Fries w/ chilli & parmigiano
V
Zucchine fries
V
Garlic pizza bread
V
Garlic pizza bread w/ cheese
V
Rosemary focaccia
VG
Burrata focaccia
Burrata, cherry tomatoes, pesto V
Rocket & parmigiano salad
V GF
Caprese salad with whole bufala mozzarella
V GF
Mixed leaves salad
VG GF
Dips
All of our dips are freshly made in-house
Garlic mayonnaise
V
Tomato & chilli
VG
Pesto
V
Mara's Picklery
Mara's Picklery turns fermentation and preservation into the organising idea of a generous neighbourhood meal. The current sample menu is compact and openly seasonal, combining toasted sourdough, house pickles and pickle butter with vegetable-led plates and carefully judged meat dishes. Burrata with roast peaches, sweet potato with miso and coconut yoghurt, or aubergine with tomato, peppers and pomegranate show how acidity is used to sharpen sweetness and smoke rather than dominate every mouthful.
Because the menu follows the available organic produce, this is a place to choose by appetite and conversation rather than by studying an old photograph online. A pair can share bread, the pickle plate and two larger dishes; a small group will uncover more of the kitchen's cross-cultural combinations. The little Marchmont room feels informal, but the food is thoughtful enough for a planned dinner. Ask what has changed that week and make dietary needs clear, since regular rewrites can alter ingredients and preparations.
Address: 21C Strathearn Road, Edinburgh EH9 2AB, United Kingdom
Mara's Picklery Menu
A la Carte Menu
Please note this is sample menu, menu changes regularly
Toasted sourdough, falafel, chilli jam, sweet potato
Toasted sourdough, organic mature cheddar, apple, chilli jam
Pickle Plate; Pickles, sourdough, house pickle butter
Burrata, roast peaches, balsamic, plum
Tomato, cucumber, plum, nuoc cham chay, basil, coriander
Sweet potato, miso, spring onion, chilli, lime, coconut, yoghurt
Beetroot, labneh, honey. mustard, walnut
Abagannuc; Aubergine, tomato, peppers, pomegranate, pita
Pork Aachari, seasonal chutney, flatbread
Dessert of the day
Pomelo
Pomelo is a modern Chinese kitchen with a relaxed Sciennes neighbourhood feel and an appetite for wider Asian ideas. Lunch keeps several signatures in view: hand-ripped noodles, a fried chicken sandwich and garlic-chilli hash browns. Dinner becomes a more ambitious sharing experience, where banchan, vegetables, fish and meat can combine Chinese seasoning with Scottish produce and occasional European technique. The hand-pulled noodles remain the anchor, valued for their chew and their ability to carry chilli, garlic and deeply savoury pork or mushroom sauces.
The small room is close and convivial, and the restaurant's own guidance makes clear that lunch and dinner work differently. Walk-in lunch suits a quick taste of the greatest hits; dinner is better for two or more people willing to share a run of changing plates. Recent independent reviews praise the bold flavours while noting the intimacy of the tables. Severe sesame, soy and coeliac requirements may be difficult for the kitchen, so contact the restaurant in advance rather than relying on menu symbols alone.
Address: 27 Sciennes Road, Edinburgh EH9 1NX, United Kingdom
Pomelo Menu
Lunch
Available Wednesday-Saturday, walk-ins only. Menu changes seasonally; sample items shown.
Hand Ripped Noodles
Served with either pork or roast vegetables and you choose your sauce.
Fried Chicken Sandwich
Crispy gochujang covered chicken, served with slaw on a pineapple bun.
Vegan Buddha Bowl
Fresh mixed salad served with Pomelo's pickles, roast veg, and rice balls.
Garlic & Chilli Hashbrowns
Golden, fried, and crispy hash browns tossed in an aromatic, scallion, chili, and garlic fry.
Dinner
Family Dinners on Friday and Saturday, two seatings 6:15pm and 8:15pm. £45+ per person for three sharing dishes. Menu changes weekly or fortnightly; sample dishes shown.
Banchan
chili cucumber | marinated radish | sesame spinach
Burrata
strange flavour sauce | blistered toms and roasted beets
Venison tartare
hot and sour | potatoes
Roasted squash
bechemel | brown butter | sage
Kaki fruit
mole seco | cinnamon butternut | proscuitto
Pork, mushroom woodear larb
weeping tiger sauce | herb salad
Squid
rojo mojo | pickled onion
Cabbage
beans | miso
Tender stem
hot honey | roasted peppers
Pomelo Noodles
Mapo Mushrooms | Whipped sesame tofu
Strip loin
black bean | pepper salad
Chicken
sweetcorn | barley
Braised vegetables
tofu | Hong shao
Brunch
Sample brunch menu items.
Pickle tray
Chili garlic hash browns
Maitake mushroom, whipped tofu, doubanjiang mushroom sauce
Pomelo fried chicken sandwich, pineapple bun
Vegan Buddha bowl, sushi rice, and pickles
Cantonese curry cauliflower spelt risotto
Roasted coley, hot and Spicy bisque
Hand ripped noodles with garlic and chilli
Vegetables (ve) OR braised pork
City Restaurant Fish & Chips
City Restaurant Fish & Chips is a polished version of the Edinburgh chippy, with table service and a menu broad enough to satisfy a group that cannot agree on one style of food. Haddock is the traditional centrepiece, served in crisp batter with house chips and mushy peas. The kitchen says it washes, cuts and twice-cooks its chips on site and receives fish from a local fishmonger. Breaded fish, sea bass and a fish butty offer useful variations on the theme.
The menu also reaches into haggis, steak pie, burgers, salads and stone-baked pizza, but first-time visitors should begin with the fish and chips that built the restaurant's reputation. A rice-and-potato-flour batter is available and cooked in separate vegetable oil, though anyone with a serious allergy should still speak to staff about the wider kitchen. City Restaurant is best for a casual family meal, a pre-theatre stop or a visitor wanting a classic dish in a comfortable room rather than from a takeaway counter.
Address: 35 Nicolson Street, Edinburgh EH8 9BE, United Kingdom
The City Restaurant Menu
Starters & Light Bites
Lentil Soup
Served with bread. (V, GF)
Bread & Olives
Seasoned green and black olives with breads. (V)
Haggis Bon Bons
Panko breaded haggis balls served with Whisky sauce.
Tempura King Prawns Starter
Tempura battered king prawns (5) served with sweet chilli dip.
Salt and Pepper Squid Starter
Battered squid pieces with a garlic mayo dip.
Caprese Salad
Mozzarella Di Bufala, cherry tomatoes with balsamic and olive oil dressing. (V)
Fish Cake Starter
Smoked haddock with mozzarella & spring onion filling coated in breadcrumbs, on a bed of mash potatoes served with tartare sauce.
Garlic Pizza
Pizza base with garlic and herb butter. (V)
Fish & Chips
All our fish dishes are served with our homemade chips and mushy peas. Gluten free option available with batter cooked in separate vegetable oil.
Battered Fish & Chips - Haddock
Our traditional.
Battered Fish & Chips - Seabass
Skin on.
Breaded Fish & Chips - Haddock
Lightly battered and coated in panko breadcrumbs.
Breaded Fish & Chips - Seabass
Skin on. Lightly battered and coated in panko breadcrumbs.
Gluten Free Fish & Chips - Haddock
Using a crisp rice and potato flour batter.
Gluten Free Fish & Chips - Seabass
Skin on. Using a crisp rice and potato flour batter.
Fish Butty
Battered haddock mini fillets in a toasted brioche bun with tartare sauce and lettuce. (GFA)
Scampi
Wholetail scampi in crispy breadcrumbs.
Salt and Pepper Squid
Battered squid pieces with a garlic mayo dip.
Tempura King Prawns
King prawns in tempura batter (7) served with chilli dip.
Fish Cakes
Two smoked haddock with mozzarella & spring onion filling coated in breadcrumbs.
Grilled Seabass
Fillet of seabass served on seasoned mashed potatoes, with garlic & herb butter and mushy peas. (GF)
Tasty Burgers
We use 6oz patties from our local craft butchers, 100% beef with seasoning, burgers are cooked well done, served in a brioche bun with lettuce and pickled gherkin. Served with chips. Extra fillings: Grilled onions, pineapple, haggis, bacon, prosciutto, grilled egg, vegetarian haggis £1.00; BBQ pulled pork £2.50. Change your chips to: Cheesy chips £1.50, Sweet potato fries £1.50, Onion rings £2.00.
Classic Burger
Bacon, Monterey Jack cheese & burger sauce. (GFA)
Grilled Onion Burger
Beef burger with Monterey Jack cheese, grilled onions & burger sauce. (GFA)
Gorgonzola Burger
Gorgonzola cheese, bacon & caramelized red onion chutney.
Chipotle Burger
Beef burger with jalapeños, chipotle mayo, Monterey Jack cheese and bacon. (Spicy)
Kilted Burger
Topped with Hornigs haggis, bacon and pepper cream sauce.
BBQ Pulled Pork Burger
Beef burger with pulled pork in bbq sauce, Monterey Jack cheese and bacon.
Hawaiian Burger
Monterey Jack cheese, bacon, grilled pineapple, fried egg & burger sauce. (GFA)
City Burger
Filled with two Aberdeen Angus burgers, double Monterey Jack cheese, battered onion ring, bacon & burger sauce. (GFA)
Chicken Fillet Burger
Battered chicken breast fillets topped with Monterey Jack cheese & mayo.
Vegetarian Burger
Mixed vegetable burger with Monterey Jack cheese & mayo. (V)
Falafel & Spinach Burger
Grilled falafel burger with grilled onions & mayo. (GFA, VGA)
Stone Baked Pizza
Made fresh with our homemade dough and seasoned tomato sauce. Approx size is 12"/30cm. Extra toppings: Onion, mushroom, peppers, capers, jalapeños, pineapple, black olives £1.50; Pancetta, smoked sausage, pepperoni, chicken, boiled ham, haggis, anchovies, Parma ham £2.50.
Margherita
Classic mozzarella & seasoned tomato sauce. (V)
Funghi
Closed cup mushrooms. (V)
Pepperoni
Spicy neapolitan sausage.
The Scotsman
Hornigs haggis. (VA)
Quattro Formaggi
Mozzarella, gorgonzola, grana padano & mild cheddar.
Pollo
Chicken, closed cup mushrooms & red onions.
Hawaiian Pizza
Boiled ham & sweet pineapple.
Vegetariana
Mixed peppers, closed cup mushrooms, black olives & red onion. (V)
Puttanesca
Anchovies, capers & black olives.
Ponte Melfa
Pepperoni sausage, closed cup mushrooms & red onion.
Diavolo
Pepperoni sausage, smoked pancetta, jalapeños peppers.
Carne
Smoked pancetta, pepperoni sausage, smoked sausage, boiled ham & chicken.
The Italian
Parma ham, artichoke, sun blushed tomatoes & grana padano.
Home Comforts & Grill
Haggis, Neeps and Tatties
A Scottish traditional dish of haggis, turnips and mashed potatoes served with whisky sauce. (VA)
Sausage & Mash
Pork sausages on seasoned mashed potatoes, topped with grilled onions and gravy.
Steak Pie
Traditional seasoned beef steak filling with puff pastry, served with homemade chips, garden peas and gravy.
Caesar Salad
Grilled chicken, grana padano with Caesar salad dressing and toasted garlic bread. Add anchovies £2.50.
Italian Salad
Prosciutto, artichoke, gorgonzola cheese, sun blush tomatoes and mozzarella di bufala on a mixed salad with grana padano shavings, balsamic and olive oil dressing. Served with white bloomer and malt bread.
Lasagne
Pasta layers with minced beef in tomato and béchamel sauce, topped with mozzarella. Served with garlic bread.
Macaroni Cheese
Pasta shells in a creamy homemade cheese sauce baked with cheddar cheese. Add crispy smoked pancetta £2.50. (V)
Cannelloni
Pasta rolls with spinach and ricotta filling, tomato sauce and topped with mozzarella. Served with garlic bread. (V)
Gammon Steak
Grilled smoked gammon topped with pineapple & fried egg served with garnish, chips and garden peas. (GF)
Sausage, Bacon, Egg & Chips
Two rashers of bacon, two pork sausages and a fried egg, served with chips and garden peas.
City Omelette
Made with 3 eggs and parsley. Choice from 3 fillings; cheese, mushroom, bacon, onion, ham, chicken. Served with chips and garden peas. (VA, GF)
Ribeye Steak
10oz/280g of Scottish beef and a minimum of 36 days matured. Chargrilled and served with our house chips, garden salad and pepper cream sauce.
Chippy Classics
All served with our house chips.
Small ½ Chicken (Fried On The Bone)
Chicken Goujons (Mini Chicken Breast Fillets In Batter)
Battered Haggis Supper
Battered Pork Sausages Supper
White Pudding Supper
Black Pudding Supper
Smoked Sausage Supper
Battered Hamburgers Supper
Battered King Rib Supper
Mince Pie Supper
Cheese & Tomato Fried Pizza Supper
½ Cheese & Tomato Fried Pizza Supper
City Sides
Mozzarella Sticks with Marinara Sauce
(V)
Mac & Cheese Side
(V)
Battered Onion Rings
(V)
Battered Mushrooms
(V)
Garlic Bread
Garlic Bread & Mozzarella
(V)
Garden Salad
(V, GF)
Bread & Butter
Chips & Condiments
House chips
(V, GF)
Cheesy Chips
Chips topped with melted cheddar cheese. (V, GF)
Chili Chips
Melted Cheddar cheese, jalapeños and chipotle mayo. (V, GF)
Curry Cheesy Chips
Chips, cheddar cheese, topped with curry sauce. (V)
Sweet Potato Fries
(V, GF)
Curry Sauce
(V)
Mushy Peas
(V, GF)
Gravy
(V)
Coleslaw
(V, GF)
Pickled Onion
(V, GF)
Pickled Egg
(V, GF)
Desserts
Made with S.Lucas of Musselburgh ice cream, our local family run and award-winning supplier. Ice cream flavours: Vanilla (GF), Rum & Raisin (GF), Strawberry (GF), Mint Choc-Chip (GF), Espresso (GF), Chocolate (GF), Biscoff Caramel, Oreo & Cream, Vegan Choc & Cherry (VG, GF).
Mixed Ice Cream
Three scoops of ice cream. Please choose from our list of flavours. (GFA)
Honeycomb Cheesecake
Smooth and creamy vanilla cheesecake on a crunchy biscuit base filled with honeycomb nuggets and topped with more crunchy chocolate honeycomb nuggets and golden honeycomb shards.
Vegan Amarena Cheesecake
Creamy cheesecake topped with amarena cherries. (VG, GF)
Deep Fried Mars Bar
Mars bar in batter, served with vanilla ice-cream.
Banana Split
Classic dessert of banana with vanilla & Belgian chocolate ice cream, whipped cream, chocolate sauce and sprinkles. (GFA)
Sticky Toffee Pudding
Sponge pudding with indulgent toffee sauce and topped with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
Brownie
Warm triple chocolate brownie, chocolate sauce and vanilla ice cream.
Affogato
Vanilla & espresso ice cream, espresso coffee & crushed biscoff biscuit.
City Sundaes
£7.95 each.
Knickerbocker Glory
Vanilla & strawberry ice cream, raspberry sauce, fresh strawberries, whipped cream and sprinkles. (GFA)
Biscoff Sundae
Chopped bananas, vanilla & biscoff ice cream, crushed biscoff, caramel sauce and whipped cream.
Eton Mess
Vanilla & strawberry ice-cream, crushed meringue, raspberry sauce, fresh strawberries and whipped cream. (GFA)
Chocolate Sundae
Vanilla & chocolate ice cream, crushed biscuits, chocolate brownie pieces, Hersheys chocolate sauce and whipped cream.
Coppa Amarena
Vanilla ice cream topped with rich amarena cherries and crushed biscoff biscuit.
Kids Menu
Available for children under 10 years old. Meal Deal: MAIN + TREAT + DRINK £9.95.
Fish & Chips with Peas
Pork Sausage, Beans & Chips
Chicken/Beef Burger & Chips
With cheese & lettuce.
Chicken Goujons, Chips & Peas
Macaroni Cheese
Margherita Pizza 8"
Pepperoni Pizza 8"
Chocolate Brownie
With chocolate sauce and whipped cream.
One Scoop Ice-Cream
Choose your flavour, sauce and toppings. Flavours: Vanilla – Oreo – Strawberry – Mint choc-chip, Vegan Choc & Cherry – Chocolate – Biscoff. Toppings: whipped cream, sprinkles, crushed biscuits. Sauces: chocolate, raspberry, toffee.
Orange Juice
Cloudy Apple Juice
Blackcurrant Fruit Shoot
Soft Drinks
Coca-Cola
Diet Coke
Coke Zero
Schweppes Lemonade
Milkshakes
A thick shake made with S.Lucas of Musselburgh ice-cream, whipped cream! Make it a hard shake add 25ml shot for £3.45. Jack Daniels Whiskey 40% ABV, Malibu 21% ABV.
Vanilla
(GF)
Biscoff
Strawberry
(GF)
Mint Choc-Chip
(GF)
White Wine
Prices: 175ml, 250ml, Btl.
Veldt Chenin Blanc (House Option)
South Africa. A really well-balanced wine: the aromas are reminiscent of melon and lychees with soft tropical fruit flavours dominating the palate and an elegant, refreshing acidity on the finish.
Pinot Grigio Dell'Italia
Italy. Primary fruit flavours of lime, lemon, pear, white nectarine and apple with faint honeyed notes, floral aromas and a balanced acidity.
Koralle Reserva Sauvignon Blanc
Chile. A vibrant combination of citrus aromas, including lime and orange, harmonized with sweet fruity notes of peach and pineapple.
The Fifth Quarter Vinho Verde
Portugal. A Vinho Verde with fresh and lively aromas of green apple, lime and mineral notes. On the palate, it is crisp, light and refreshing with a zippy acidity.
Red Wine
Prices: 175ml, 250ml, Btl.
Senso Sangiovese (House Option)
Italy. This delicious red is dry and medium-bodied, with blueberry and plum flavours.
Hanger & Flask Malbec
Argentina. Terrific nose of pure blueberry and blackberry fruits. Well-balanced, rich wine with lush fruit flavours of boysenberry and blackberry, along with vibrant acidity. Stays pure and focused, with delicate toast, mineral and spice notes on the fruit-filled finish.
Canalicchio Montepulciano
Italy. A famous ruby red wine from the Adriatic coast, near Pescara. The nice soft fruit nose is followed by a fairly full palate with gentle spice and a good, firm finish.
Alese Negroamaro Del Salento
A lush, full-bodied red with aromas of ripe black cherry, blackberry compote, and dried plum. The palate is sumptuous and smooth, layering rich cocoa and dark fruit with notes of tobacco and Mediterranean herbs. It finishes long and earthy with a soft, warm spice.
Beer & Cider
Birra Moretti (Draught)
4.6% ABV Italy.
West St Mungo Helles Lager
33cl NRB 4.9% ABV Scotland.
Jumpship Yardarm Lager
Alcohol free, gluten free. 33cl Can 0.5% ABV Scotland.
Peroni
Gluten free. 33cl NRB 5.1% ABV Italy.
Cocktails
Espresso Martini
Absolut vodka, Coffee liqueur and espresso.
Aperol Spritz
Aperol, Prosecco, Tonic.
Negroni
Bombay Saphire Gin, Campari, Sweet Vermouth.
Passion Fruit Martini
Absolut Vodka, Passion fruit & Mango puree, lime juice and orange juice.
Spirits
All measures are 25ml unless stated otherwise.
Absolut Vodka
40% ABV.
Grey Goose
40% ABV.
Boe Dark Fruits Vodka
40% ABV.
Coffee
Our freshly ground coffee is from Carraro 1927 coffee company. Composed of a blend of natural Arabica & Robusta beans roasted in Schio Vicenza, Italy. Oat Milk Supplement £0.50.
Americano
12oz.
Flat White
8oz.
Café Latte
12oz.
Tuk Tuk Indian Street Food Southside
Tuk Tuk's Southside branch is built for sharing. Its menu takes cues from India's street vendors, so chaat, small fried dishes, grilled meats and compact curries are more useful than a conventional starter-main structure. Samosa chaat is a strong way to introduce sweet, tangy and crisp elements, while a table can add pakora, a tandoor dish and a vegetable plate to widen the textures. The food is designed to arrive as it is ready, keeping the meal animated and informal.
Drummond Street places the restaurant close to the university and Festival Theatre, and the colourful room suits friends who want energy rather than ceremony. Groups get the most from the menu because they can compare mild, sour and chilli-led dishes without committing to a single large curry. Flavour and variety are the main strengths, though service and value can feel less consistent at busy times. Ask for guidance on portion numbers and heat, especially when dietary needs or time before a performance are important.
Address: 16 Drummond Street, Edinburgh EH8 9TX, United Kingdom
Tuk Tuk Indian Street Food Southside Menu
Roadside Plates
CHICKEN LOLLIPOPS
Irresistible spiced chicken wings, served with tempered tomato chutney
KOLKATA CHILLI CHICKEN
Crispy fried chicken tossed in a fiery blend of chillies, garlic & soy sauce
TUK TUK SAMOSAS (V)
Golden pastry pockets filled with spiced peas & fresh potato
BEETROOT BHAJIS (VE) (GF)
Onion and beetroot fritters, always golden, served with dips
CHICKEN TIKKA (GF) (D)
Grilled chicken tikka, marinated in spices & cooked to smoky perfection
PURI YOGHURT BOMBS (D) (V)
Cool yet crispy, puri orbs filled with spiced potato, yoghurt & tangy tamarind
ACHARI GRILLED PRAWNS (GF) (D)
Juicy prawns tossed in achari masala, skewered & grilled for that smoky, desi-style char
SAMOSA CHAAT (V) (D)
Samosa with chickpeas, drizzled in yoghurt, tamarind & mint chutney
PAU BHAJI (V) (D)
Classic street food dish, spiced potato & peas, paired with two buttery pau buns
HOUSE CHAAT (V) (D)
Spiced potatoes and chickpeas, tossed with crunchy papdi
JAIPURI KURKURI BHINDI (VE)
Rajasthani-style crispy ladyfinger coated with spiced gram flour, deep-fried to crispy perfection
CHICKEN KHURCHAN TACO (D)
Grilled chicken layered with mayo, tangy chutneys, all tucked into a Malabar paratha
Tuk Tuk Street Curries
BUTTER PANEER (V) (N) (GF) (D)
Creamy paneer chunks in a rich silky almond butter sauce
SAAG TOFU (VE) (GF)
Spinach cooked with tofu
VEGAN YELLOW DAAL (VE) (GF) (M)
Warm & inviting mixed lentils, simmered to capture depth of flavour
BABY AUBERGINE & POTATO (GF) (VE)
Seasoned aubergine and potato mixed with warm cumin & masala spices
CHANNA MASALA (VE) (GF)
Classic street-style chickpeas, braised in a spiced tomato sauce
DAAL MAKHNI (V) (D) (GF)
Signature black lentil curry cooked for 24 hours with kidney beans
KERALA PRAWN MOILEE (GF) (M)
Delicate prawns infused in a fragrant turmeric-coconut sauce
BOMBAY CHILLI CHICKEN
Bold yet fiery chicken sautéed with fresh herbs and punchy garlic
BUTTER CHICKEN (N) (D) (GF)
Tender chicken in a heavenly butter almond sauce
UNAUTHENTIC CHICKEN KORMA (D)
Indulgent chicken meets a subtle decadent coconut sauce
TUK TUK WALLAH STAFF CURRY
On the bone roadside chicken curry, straight from the Tuk Tuk kitchens
DHABA WALLAH LAMB (GF)(D)
Slow cooked tender lamb, packed with bold flavours
RAILWAY STATION LAMB CURRY (D)
Experience our lamb & spinach curry, a railway canteen classic
RASTE KE BIRYANI (D)
Authentic on-the-bone chicken biryani
Sides
CLASSIC NAAN (D) (V)
CHILLI CHEESE NAAN (D) (V)
GARLIC NAAN (D) (V)
PESHWARI NAAN (D) (V)
TANDOORI ROTI (VE)
STEAMED RICE (VE) (GF)
PILAU RICE (VE) (GF)
CHIPS | MASALA CHIPS (VE) (GF)
RAITA (D) (V)
DESI SALAD (GF) (VE)
PAPPADOMS
TUK TUK CHUTNEYS
Desserts
DESSERT OF THE DAY
Keepin' you guessing. Please ask your server for details
MANGO MASTANI (N) (D)
Mango puree with ice cream, topped with fresh cream and sprinkled with chopped nuts
MALAI KULFI POP (N) (D)
Almond, Pistachio or Mango frozen lollipops
GULAB JAMUN & ICE CREAM (D)
Warm milk dumplings, pistachio and cardamom syrup
STICKY TOFFEE PUDDING
Served with vanilla ice-cream
A BOWL OF ICE-CREAM (D)
Scoops of ice cream topped with choice of chocolate or strawberry sauce
MANGO & COCONUT CAKE (VE)
Drinks
THUMS UP
The cola of Bombay. Indian imported
LIMCA
Fizzy lemon drink imported from India
COKE | DIET COKE | IRN BRU
330ml
BON ACCORD RHUBARB SODA
Delicious sparkling Rhubarb soda
STILL / SPARKLING WATER
GINGER ALE
ORANGE JUICE
MANGO JUICE
BEAVERTOWN NON ALCOHOLIC IPA
DAYS NON ALCOHOLIC BEER LAGER
Coolers
LASSIS
A classic you can’t miss. A delicate and smooth blended yoghurt (dahi) ice cold drink. Flavours Available: Mango, Salted, Beetroot, Sweet
MADRAS CHILLI GUAVA
Bold, sweet and spicy drink that blends guava and lime with Indian spices
MINT MAMBO
Fresh mint with squeeze lime and ice
RANI’S KISS
The star of the show! Made with fresh mint, orange, lemonade and blackcurrant
TAMARIND SPRITZ
Tangy tamarind and lemonade with a sweet & sour taste
LYCHEE LEMONADE
Fresh tang of lychee squeezed with lemonade makes this drink truly refreshing!
MANGOTINI
Add a touch of sunshine to your day with this sparkling mango drink
GINGER WALLAH SODA
Fizzy street style ginger soda
Chai & Coffee
TUK TUK MASALA CHAI (D)
FRESH MINT TEA
GREEN TEA
ENGLISH BREAKFAST TEA
COFFEE | CAPPUCCINO | MOCHA | LATTE
ESPRESSO SINGLE / DOUBLE
HOT CHOCOLATE (D)
NÀDAIR
NÀDAIR is a small Marchmont restaurant whose Gaelic name evokes nature, an apt guide to cooking driven by Scottish produce and foraged ingredients. The current set menus move through carefully paced combinations rather than à la carte choices. Roe deer may appear with blaeberry and smoked yolk; cured trout with apple, sorrel and crowdie; duck with wild plum; or monkfish with buttermilk and sea herbs. These pairings give familiar ingredients a clear sense of landscape without making the meal feel rustic.
Choose NÀDAIR for a celebration or an evening when everyone wants to follow the same culinary route. The compact room and direct explanations make the experience personal, while optional wine pairings can deepen the progression for interested diners. Vegetarian alternatives appear within the current sequence, but the restaurant states that it cannot cater for vegan or dairy-free diets. Menus change with the season, so treat those dishes as an indication of style and confirm allergies before reserving rather than expecting substitutions on arrival.
Address: 15 Roseneath Street, Edinburgh EH9 1JH, United Kingdom
Nadair Marchmont Menu
Lunch Set Menu
2 courses £30 / 3 courses £35 (includes bread and butter & petit four). Served Saturday & Sunday 12-2.
Crab, cultured cream, pine, apple, sorrel
Chanterelles, smoked cheddar, confit yolk, shallot
Old spot pork, blaeberry, courgette, frosted orache
Cod, seaweed beurre blanc, coastal herbs, fennel
Baked woodruff yoghurt, sour cherry sorbet
Almond cake, hogweed seed ice-cream, blackcurrant
Date loaf, isle of mull cheddar, wild sour plum
Supplement +£3.00
4-course Set Menu
£50 per person. Wine Pairing £39. A discretionary 12.5% service charge added to your bill. Please make us aware of any allergies before making your reservation. We cannot cater for dairy free or vegan diets.
Focaccia, roe deer, blaeberry, smoked yolk
Cured trout, granny smith, sorrel, crowdie
Chanterelles, potato, pine, brioche
Dry-aged duck, wild sour plum, courgette, sweet cicely
Monkfish, buttermilk, licorice, sea herbs
Date loaf, elderberry, whipped gouda
Supplement £7
Dark chocolate, truffleweed, malt, sea salt
Almond cake, hogweed seed, damson
6-course Set Menu
£70 per person. Wine Pairing £50. A discretionary 12.5% service charge added to your bill. Please make us aware of any allergies before making your reservation. We cannot cater for dairy free or vegan diets.
Focaccia, roe deer, blaeberry, smoked yolk
Cured trout, granny smith, sorrel, crowdie
Chanterelles, potato, pine, brioche
Dry-aged duck, wild sour plum, courgette, sweet cicely
Date loaf, elderberry, whipped gouda
Supplement £7
Wild mint & creme fraiche
Almond cake, hogweed seed, damson
Argile
Argile offers a concentrated dining experience: an intimate chef's-counter restaurant where a small number of guests watch a seasonal tasting menu take shape. The kitchen uses Scottish produce as its base, then applies precise technique and globally informed details. Current Michelin Guide coverage notes the modern, sometimes complex cooking and the personal involvement of chef-owner Jack Montgomery. Distinctive ceramics reinforce the sense that each course has been considered as a complete composition rather than an isolated recipe.
This format suits diners who enjoy surrendering most choices to the kitchen and taking time over a sequence of plates. Argile also serves selected Sunday lunches and occasional earlier drinks-and-bites sittings, but the schedule and sample dishes change, so the reservation page is the reliable source for a specific date. The restaurant does not promise substitutions or an allergen-free environment, and the tasting menu is best suited to older children and adults. Book it for craftsmanship, conversation and a close view of the kitchen at work.
Address: 21 Argyle Place, Edinburgh EH9 1JJ, United Kingdom
Argile Menu
Dinner Tasting Menu
Tasting menu — £100. Seatings at 7pm. Seats are yours for the night. Service is included, tips are not accepted.
Mimolette gougère
Duck broth with Vieille Prune
Slow-cooked egg | Mushroom bouillon “Alain Chapel”, chervil oil and grilled maitake
Dry-aged monkfish | Ragoût of spring vegetables; emulsion of cucumber and oyster
BBQ’d loin of roe deer | Broccoli purée, grilled peas and salted lemon
Granita of five herbs and buttermilk | Black lime powder
Warm amazake rice pudding | Strawberry baked in a sugar crust
Sunday Lunch À la Carte
À la carte, three courses for £65. Seatings from 1-4:15pm. Seats are required back after two hours. Service is included, tips are not accepted.
Scallop tartare | Kolhrabi; horseradish and nasturtium buttermilk
Ayrshire potato “risotto” | Red cabbage reduction and cured egg yolk
Cuttlefish and chips | Grilled peas, Alsace bacon and vermouth cream
Roast duck | Cromesquis of leg; butternut and buckthorn sauce; herb salad
Textures of Valrhona Guanaja chocolate | Reduced milk sorbet, black sesame and BBQ’d cherry
Tête de Moine | Semi-dried kombucha grapes
Sunday Lunch Set Market Menu
Set market menu, three courses for £42.50. Seatings from 1-4:15pm. Seats are required back after two hours. Service is included, tips are not accepted.
Chilled broccoli soup with smoked eel and crème fraîche
“The PTVA”
Raspberry and lemon verbena tart
Pre-Theatre Individual Bites
Pre-theatre drinks & bites menu. Seatings from 4:30-5:15pm. Seats are required back after 90 minutes. Service is included, tips are not accepted.
Mussels on toast with pickled Buddha’s hand
Pea, langoustine and kanzuri croustade
Confit tomato and burrata tartlet
Button mushroom broth
Tempura of monkfish cheek with sea lettuce salt
Cuttlefish, lardo and artichoke skewer
Tartare of venison with hay-baked beetroot
Fermented potato and Beaufort waffle
Tête de Moine with semi-dried kombucha grapes
Raspberry and lemon verbena tart
Warm brown butter madeleines
Pre-Theatre Set Menu
Set pre-theatre menu, three courses — £42.50. Seatings from 4:30-5:15pm. Seats are required back after 90 minutes. Service is included, tips are not accepted.
Confit rabbit terrine with pickled walnut
“The PTVA”
Raspberry and lemon verbena tart
Final Thoughts
The strength of Southside, Newington and Marchmont is the range available within a short walk. Solti, Soul Vegan and Tuk Tuk suit sociable sharing; Pizza Posto and City Restaurant solve the casual meal with unusual reliability. Macau Kitchen and Pomelo reward diners who want distinctive Asian cooking, while Mara's Picklery makes seasonality and fermentation feel easy-going rather than academic. Those contrasts matter more than applying one definition of prestige.
For the most structured evening, reserve NÀDAIR or Argile and check dietary requirements before paying a deposit. For smaller à la carte rooms, booking still reduces disappointment, especially during Festival season and at weekends. Confirm time-sensitive details with the restaurant and choose by occasion: a crisp chippy supper, a table full of street food, a bowl of hand-ripped noodles or a measured progression of Scottish ingredients.