Edinburgh’s Best Restaurants for Outdoor Dining
It feels like the first Scottish summer in years that we actually have the weather to enjoy it! These quasi Mediterranean temperatures have us heading to the beach and opting for al fresco dining. Thankfully, there’s a range of brilliant cafes and restaurants in Edinburgh that have outdoor terraces so you can soak up the rays. If that sounds tempting to you, here are Edinburgh’s best restaurants for outdoor dining!
1. Monteiths
- Where: 61 High Street
- Old Town is wonderfully charming and a great place to stay when visiting is 206/(4) Canongate.
Tucked away down one of the Royal Mile’s atmospheric closes lies Monteiths – a boutique cocktail bar & restaurant. We’re sure you’ll be drawn in by their intriguing archway of twigs and twinkly lights, which add to the cosy and intimate setting of the restaurant. A favourite of locals and visitors alike, Monteiths is a must for relaxed dining and innovative cocktails. The best bit is they have a tiny courtyard which allows al fresco dining.
If you’d like to find out more about Old Town, check out our Insider’s Guide to Old Town.
Website: www.monteithsrestaurant.co.uk
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2. Black Ivy
- Where: 4 Alvanley Terrace
- Bruntsfield is great places to stay when visiting Edinburgh: 29B Gilmore Place
Located in the village-like suburb of Edinburgh, Bruntsfield, the Black Ivy is a stylish neighbourhood bar and restaurant. Their Drafthouse specialises in crisp tank beer, creative cocktails, and from the kitchen you can expect comfort food with the occasional twist and more-ish bar bites to pair with your pint. If you fancy soaking up the sun they also have a sunny terrace, perfect for morning coffee, evening drinks or even toasting marshmallows over the fire pit.
If you’d like to find out more about Bruntsfield, check out our Insider’s Guide to Bruntsfield.
Website: www.weareblackivy.com
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3. Divino Enoteca
- Where: 5 Merchant Street
- Another great Old Town holiday home is 12(1F1) St Marys Street.
Divino is part of the Vittoria Group, a third-generation Italian family restaurant and popular among locals. The Italian restaurant believes in using seasonal, fresh, and local produce to create genuine Italian cuisine! If you’re looking for a romantic spot or a cosy dinner with your family, they have a brilliant outdoor patio with charming old stone and twinkly lights. If you’re planning to visit during a cooler month they even have outdoor heaters!
Website: www.vittoriagroup.co.uk/divinoenoteca
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4. Timberyard
- Where: 10 Lady Lawson Street
- Looking to visit Edinburgh, here’s a stylish holiday home situated in one of Edinburgh’s most sought after locations Simpson Loan, 13/3 Simpson Loan.
One of the reasons why the Timberyard is so incredibly charming is the fact that it’s located in an authentic brick warehouse which has been thoughtfully and stylishly renovated. The family-run business believes in using ingredients supplied by small local suppliers, and as a result, their food is of great quality. Another great perk is they have a south facing yard for sunny days and a wood burning stove for colder nights, making it one of Edinburgh’s best restaurants for outdoor dining.
Website: www.timberyard.co
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5. Gardener’s Cottage
- Where: 1 Royal Terrace Gardens
- Visiting Edinburgh? Here’s a gorgeous home in Edinburgh’s East New Town: 18 Brunswick Street.
Last but not least, hidden at the foot of Calton Hill is the Garden’s Cottage. Built in 1836, the cottage originally was home to the gardener of the area and has now been transformed into Edinburgh’s home for seasonal cooking and social dining. The restaurant is laid out with long communal tables where you can enjoy a weekend brunch or an a’la carte lunch menu. The fun part is their menu is ever-changing and they are passionate about using fresh, local produce so you’re always in for a treat. Additionally, it’s also a lovely spot for a sunny day as they also have a few picnic benches out the front so you can soak up the rays.
Website: www.thegardenerscottage.co
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