Element Edinburgh is a modern Scottish bar and restaurant at 110-114 Rose Street in the New Town. Tucked just off Princes Street among the shops, it describes itself as a local in the heart of the city. The lively but relaxed room welcomes walk-ins while also taking table bookings for food.
Freshly cooked pub dishes are shaped by Scottish ingredients and familiar comfort food. Light bites sit beside more substantial meat, seafood and vegetable choices, providing flexibility for lunch or dinner. The restaurant’s distinctive toastie experience brings an especially playful element to the menu by finishing the sandwich at the table with a heated iron.
Vegetarian, vegan and non-gluten containing choices help accommodate mixed groups, although guests with allergies should confirm current ingredients and preparation methods with the team. Under eighteens are welcome with a responsible adult until the stated evening cut-off. Dogs are permitted in the bar area, adding to the informal neighbourhood character.
Cocktails, wine, beer and alcohol free drinks are central to the bar, making Element equally useful for a meal or a social drink. Seasonal specials give returning diners something beyond the regular selection. Element Edinburgh combines contemporary Scottish pub food and an energetic drinks list in a convenient Rose Street location.
Address: 110-114 Rose Street, Edinburgh EH2 3JF, United Kingdom
Element New Town Menu
Starters
HAGGIS BONBONS
Panko-crusted haggis, Woven whisky sauce, pickled mustard seeds.
HAGGIS SCOTCH EGG
Panko-crusted egg encased in pork sausage & haggis, with peppercorn mayo.
ROASTED BEETROOT & GOATS CHEESE
Whipped Scottish goats’ cheese, roasted beetroot, pickled raspberry, basil, candied hazelnut, citrus herb dressing. V, NGC
SMOKED MACKEREL PÂTÉ
Charred lemon, dill crème fraîche, fennel, pickled cucumber, oatcakes, trout roe. NGC
CHEF’S DAILY SOUP
Seasonal creation, served with focaccia and smoked honey butter. V*, VG*, NGC*
Salads
CHICKEN CAESAR
Cos lettuce, seared chicken, focaccia croutons, pancetta crisp, freshly grated Grana Padano, Caesar dressing, anchovies.
MACKEREL SALAD
Smoked mackerel, spring greens, pickled radish, poached egg, new potatoes, crispy shallots, citrus dressing. NGC
Pies
BREAD & BUTTER
Focaccia, smoked honey butter. V, VG*
Handhelds
WAGYU BURGER
Highland wagyu patty, haggis, smoked cheddar, peppercorn mayo, crispy shallots, rocket, chunky chips. NGC*
PLANT BURGER
Impossible patty, vegan brioche bun, red onion chutney, vegan cheese slice, rocket, chunky chips. VG, NGC
CHICKEN FOCACCIA
Grilled chicken breast, crispy pancetta, parmesan, Caesar salad, toasted lemon skirlie, roasted garlic aioli, chunky chips.
Sides
CHUNKY CHIPS
Charred rosemary salt. NGC*
TRUFFLE CHUNKY CHIPS
Truffle oil, Grana Padano. NGC*
MAC & CHEESE
Three-cheese béchamel, truffle oil. V
CRISPY CHARRED GREENS
Smoked honey butter, crispy shallots, vegan feta. V, VG*, NGC*
Desserts
STICKY TOFFEE PUDDING
Brandy and vanilla bean custard. V, NGC
CRANACHAN
Honeycomb, vanilla ice cream, Woven whisky-infused cream, honey oat crumble, raspberries. V
BLACK FOREST TRIFLE
Chocolate cake, morello cherry compote, white chocolate mousse, cocoa nibs. V
SALTED CARAMEL BROWNIE
Vegan ice-cream, miso caramel popcorn, macerated berries. VG, NGC
Kids Menu
10 year-olds and under. All mains include a scoop of vanilla ice cream for dessert!
CHEESEBURGER
Beef patty, cheddar cheese, brioche bun, chunky chips. NGC*
MAC & CHEESE
Three cheese sauce, macaroni, garlic bread. V
WEE BATTERED HADDOCK
Chunky chips.
Our Famous Sunday Roast
Served every Sunday, from 12 until it’s gone!
ROAST SCOTTISH SIRLOIN
Roast potatoes, smoked butter skirlie, seasonal vegetables, braised cabbage, red wine jus, Yorkshire pudding & horseradish. NGC*
MUSHROOM WELLINGTON
Veggie haggis, beetroot, leek, vegan puff pastry, roast potato, smoked butter skirlie, seasonal veggies, braised cabbage, Yorkshire pudding, onion gravy. V, VG*
Weekday Menu – Sandwiches
Available Monday to Friday. Add chips for £4.5
CAPRESE FOCACCIA
Homemade focaccia, smoked crowdie, pine nut pesto, heritage tomato, rocket, balsamic glaze. V, NGC*
MAPLE BACON BLT
Toasted sourdough, chilli-infused maple, basil mayo, streaky bacon, heritage tomato, lettuce.
SIGNATURE SMASH BURGER
Toasted milk bun, 6oz beef patty, streaky bacon, red cheddar, burger sauce, lettuce. NGC*
Weekday Set Menu
Choose 2 courses for £20 or 3 courses for £25. Available Monday to Friday.
HAGGIS SCOTCH EGG
Panko-crusted egg encased in pork sausage & haggis, with peppercorn mayo.
SEASONAL CHARRED GREENS
Hot honey, pumpkin seed dukkha. V, VG*, NGC*
CHEF’S DAILY SOUP
Served with homemade focaccia and honey butter. V*, VG*, NGC*
HALF FISH & CHIPS
Cold Town Beer battered Peterhead haddock, chunky chips, garden peas, homemade tartare, lemon.
BALMORAL PIE
Chicken, haggis & pancetta in a mushroom cream sauce, puff pastry lid, seasonal veggies, creamy mash or chucky chips. Served with Woven whisky sauce.
AUBERGINE RAGU GNOCCHI
Wilted spinach, roasted red pepper, vegan feta, pine nut pesto. V, NGC
CHEF’S MOUSSE FLIGHT
A selection of three homemade mousses inspired by the flavours of the season.
STICKY TOFFEE PUDDING
Date sponge, brandy custard, toffee sauce. V, NGC
MILLIONAIRE SUNDAE
Madagascar vanilla ice cream, chocolate and toffee sauce, miso caramel-corn, whipped cream, shortbread, scottish strawberries. NGC*
To Share
STUFFED YORKIES
Beef sirloin, horseradish, red onion chutney, Blackthorn sea salt, shoestring potato, red wine jus. Serves 2
SCOTTISH GRAZING BOARD
Haggis bonbons, black pudding sausage roll, smoked mackerel pâté, Scottish cheese, red onion chutney, piccalilli purée, pickled veggies, oat cakes. Serves 2 to 3
STEAK PIE
Ale-braised beef shoulder encased in a shortcrust pastry case with puff pastry lid, served with seasonal veggies, red wine jus and your choice of creamy mash or chunky chips.
BALMORAL PIE
Chicken in a mushroom cream sauce with haggis and crispy pancetta, encased in a shortcrust pastry case with puff pastry lid, served with seasonal veggies, Woven whisky sauce and your choice of creamy mash or chunky chips.
Classics
FISH & CHIPS
Cold Town Beer battered Peterhead haddock, chunky chips, garden peas, homemade tartare, lemon.
PAN-SEARED CHICKEN SUPREME
Toasted lemon skirlie, new potatoes, smoked honey butter, seasonal veggies, carrot purée, pan jus. NGC*
HAGGIS, NEEPS & TATTIES
Haggis, swede purée, creamy mash, Woven whisky sauce, shoestring potato, pickled mustard seeds. V*
CULLEN SKINK RISOTTO
White wine risotto, garden peas, leek cream sauce, smoked Peterhead haddock, crispy leek, shoestring potato. NGC
7oz SIRLOIN STEAK
Smashed new potatoes, smoked honey butter, carrot purée, seasonal veggies, Blackthorn sea salt, red wine jus. NGC
SCOTTISH BEEF SHIN
Crowdie polenta, 12 hour braised beef shin, seasonal veggies, red wine jus, crispy shallots, chives. NGC
AUBERGINE RAGU GNOCCHI
Wilted spinach, roasted red pepper, vegan feta, pine nut pesto. VG, NGC