The Royal Mile Tavern is a traditional Scottish pub at 127 High Street in the heart of Edinburgh’s Old Town. Its warm, characterful interior offers a welcoming pause from the busy Royal Mile, whether guests come for lunch, dinner or drinks. Locally sourced British ingredients and homely cooking shape the food rather than elaborate restaurant formality.
Scottish dishes are a natural starting point. Haggis, neeps and tatties arrive with whisky cream sauce, while Cullen skink offers a warming soup option. Highland chicken combines chicken breast, haggis and bacon, and vegetarian versions of several dishes help groups share the local experience despite different diets.
The wider menu covers beer battered haddock and chips, mussels, a changing homemade pie, steak, bangers and mash, macaroni cheese, burgers and hot dogs. Vegan fish and chips uses battered banana blossom, giving plant based diners a thoughtful interpretation of a pub staple. Sides and sharing plates suit visitors stopping for a smaller meal.
Behind the bar, more than one hundred whiskies sit alongside changing craft ales, bottled beer, wine and spirits. Live musicians perform every night, moving through traditional music, rock, soul and contemporary songs. This combination of Scottish food, whisky and free live music makes the tavern as much an evening destination as a convenient Royal Mile restaurant.
Address: 127 High Street, Edinburgh EH1 1SG, United Kingdom
The Royal Mile Tavern Menu
Starters
GF: Gluten Free | GFO: Gluten Free Option | V: Vegetarian | VO: Vegetarian Option | VE: Vegan | VEO: Vegan Option
Cullen Skink
A hearty bowl of smoked haddock, potato & onion soup served with warmed bread. (GFO)
Soup of the Day
Delicious homemade soup served with warmed bread.
Pork & Herb Scotch Egg
Soft-boiled egg, wrapped in seasoned pork sausage with fresh herbs, breadcrumbed then fried & served with garlic mayo.
Haggis Bon Bons
Traditional haggis rolled in breadcrumbs, fried golden for a perfect rich & savoury starter, served with a whisky cream sauce. (VO)
Salmon Carpaccio
Thinly sliced freshly cured salmon, served with beetroot puree, cucumber ribbons, pickled beetroot, red amaranth & lemon balm. (GF)
Halloumi Fries
Served with a side of sweet chili sauce. (V)
Cauliflower Bites
Battered cauliflower bites, served with salsa verde & a homemade garlic aioli. (V, VE)
Burgers
Beef, Chicken or Vegetarian Option in a toasted brioche bun served with fries & house slaw. All our burgers come with lettuce, tomato, pickles & red onion.
The Classic
Simple yet delicious, served with our homemade burger sauce. (GFO)
The Inferno
Mexicana cheese, fresh diced jalapeños, spicy onions with cajun dusted fries. (GFO)
The Messy Pig
BBQ pulled pork, bacon & cheese.
The Veggie Burger
Homemade sweet potato & halloumi veggie burger, served with sweet chili sauce. (V)
Hot Dogs
Frankfurter sausage in a long brioche bun (Vegetarian option available). Served with fries & house slaw.
The Classic Dog
Mustard sauce & crispy onions. (VO)
The Messy Dog
BBQ pulled pork & cheese.
The Spicy Dog
Mexicana cheese, spicy onions & freshly diced jalapeños. (VO)
Mains
Haggis, Neeps & Tatties
Locally caught haggis, mashed turnip & mashed potatoes, doused in a whisky cream sauce. (VO)
Classic Fish & Chips
Beer battered haddock with fries, garden peas, lemon, & tartare sauce.
Cauliflower Steak
Roasted Cauliflower steak, served over harissa-spiced mayonnaise alongside quinoa & pomegranate. (V, VE)
Highland Chicken
Stuffed with locally caught haggis then wrapped in bacon. Served with seasonal vegetables & mashed potato. Accompanied by a whisky cream sauce.
Bangers & Mash
Henderson Butchers finest sausage of the week served in a giant Yorkshire pudding with mashed potato & a rich red onion gravy. (VO)
Pie of the Week
Homemade pie served with buttered baby new potatoes & seasonal vegetables.
Fish of the Week
Locally sourced fish accompanied with seasonal vegetables. (GF)
8oz Rib-Eye Steak
Cooked to your liking with grilled portobello mushroom, grilled tomato, beer battered onion rings & fries. (GFO)
Pot of Mussels
Shetland Island Mussels, harvested fresh from the North Sea, served in a rich & aromatic garlic, shallot, & parsley white sauce, evoking the rugged beauty & flavors of Scotland’s coastal charm. Served with bread & butter. (GFO)
Chargrilled Gammon Steak
Served with salad, fries, & your choice of fried egg or grilled pineapple. Or both add £1. (GF)
Mac ‘n’ Cheese
Macaroni in a delicious cheesy sauce with a parmesan & herb crust. Served with garlic ciabatta. (V)
Sharers
Nachos
The classic dish served with homemade cheese sauce, sour cream guacamole & salsa. (GFO)
Chicken Wings x6
Served with Franks Hot sauce or BBQ sauce.
Chicken Wings x12
Served with Franks Hot sauce or BBQ sauce.
Ploughman’s Platter
A selection of Scottish cheese, meats, olives, onion chutney & a mixed side salad. (GF)
Salads
Caesar Salad
With crispy cos lettuce, croutons, parmesan shavings, black olives & Caesar dressing. (GFO)
Seafood Salad
Smoked Scottish salmon, prawns, cucumber, cherry tomatoes with a citrus dressing. (GF)
Sides
Seasonal Veg
Fries
(GF)
Onion Rings
Sweet Potato Fries
Truffle Fries with Parmesan Cheese
Side of Mash
Bread & Butter
Garlic Bread
Garlic Bread with Cheese
Side Salad
(GF, V, VE)
Desserts
Strawberry Sundae
Strawberry ice cream with strawberry syrup topped with fluffy whipped cream.
Brownie Sundae
Chocolate brownie, layered with chocolate ice cream, topped with chocolate sauce & fluffy whipped cream.
Scottish Cranachan
A classic Scottish dessert with Scottish whisky cream, oats & mixed berry puree.
Sticky Toffee Pudding
Toffee sponge with vanilla ice cream & toffee sauce. Contains nuts.
Crème Brûlée
A classic French dessert made with rich vanilla custard, baked until silky smooth, topped with a crisp layer of caramelised sugar. Served with fresh raspberries. (GF)
Cheesecake of the week
Ask your server for details.
Deep Fried Mars Bar – Scotland’s favourite!
A well battered Mars Bar, delicately deep fried into a crispy, melty dream dessert, served with vanilla ice cream.