Top Best French Restaurants in Edinburgh

We've collected top 10 mentioned french restaurants in Edinburgh from other articles such as Lonely Planet, ubereats.com, Condé Nast Traveler.

Top Best French Restaurants in Edinburgh

Restaurant Martin Wishart
Restaurant Martin Wishart
4.7 (339 ratings)
Superchef's imaginative, elegant French cooking uses seasonal Scottish produce with set lunch deals.
54 Shore, Leith, Edinburgh EH6 6RA, United Kingdom
RestaurantCatererEvent venueFine dining restaurantFrench restaurant
Mentioned by Culture Trip
The Best Michelin-Star and Luxury Restaurants in Edinburgh
"Edinburgh native Martin Wishart has been cooking up a storm at his eponymous restaurant in Leith for the past 20 years and was awarded a Michelin star in 2001 – retaining it ever since. The classic French cuisine, served in a contemporary dining room, is mouth-watering perfection. Go the whole hog and plump for the eight-course tasting menu, which perfectly showcases Wishart’s skills, including exquisite dishes such as Black Angus beef, sliced pig’s trotter, squab pigeon and Calvados ganache."
21212
21212
4.3 (260 ratings)
Modern, refined rooms in a Georgian townhouse, set above a fine-dining restaurant and a chic lounge.
3 Royal Terrace, Edinburgh, EH7 5AB, United Kingdom
Fine dining restaurantFrench restaurant
Mentioned by Culture Trip
The 11 Poshest Restaurants in Edinburgh
"Between the ever-evolving weekly menu, swanky furnishings and informed wine list, 21212 is one to watch out for. Pinned as Edinburgh’s only Michelin-starred restaurant with rooms, Paul Kitching’s masterpiece is housed in a striking Georgian Townhouse. The chameleon menu sports three choices per course and pays tribute to his contemporary French cooking flair."
Mentioned by squaremeal.co.uk
25 of the best restaurants in Edinburgh
"The name of Paul Kitching’s restaurant is slightly misleading: instead of 21212, he offers three starter choices, then soup, three mains, then cheese and finally three desserts. Exciting and experimental, this is cutting-edge cooking."
Mentioned by Lonely Planet
Best restaurants in Edinburgh, Scotland
"A grand Georgian town house on the side of Calton Hill is the elegant setting for one of Edinburgh’s Michelin-starred restaurants. Divine decor by Timorous Beasties and Ralph Lauren provides the backdrop to an..."
L'Escargot Bleu Restaurant
L'Escargot Bleu Restaurant
4.6 (307 ratings)
Upbeat, French bistro with white walls and posters for a classic French menu using local produce.
56 Broughton St, Edinburgh, EH1 3SA, United Kingdom
French restaurant
Mentioned by Nightflow.com
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"L’Escargot Bleu is a slice of France in the heart of Edinburgh, complete with French staff, French decor, and an oh-so-very French menu. Open since 2009, this smart restaurant has award-winning chef Fred Berkmiller running the show, and he’s a stickler for provenance. This means only the finest Scottish, seasonal ingredients, all sourced from a host of top local suppliers, make it into the kitchen and onto the plate."
Mentioned by scotland.org.uk
Best French Restaurants in Edinburgh
"The restaurant set in the heart of Edinburgh's historic old town offers a range of cuisines including French and North African apart from traditional Scottish cuisine. The stone arches and the spiral wooden staircase gives it an old world charm."
The Little Chartroom
The Little Chartroom
4.8 (146 ratings)
30 Albert Pl, Edinburgh, EH7 5HN, United Kingdom
RestaurantFrench restaurant
Cafe St Honorė
Cafe St Honorė
4.6 (234 ratings)
Fresh Scottish produce cooked in classic French style and served in smart Parisian brasserie decor.
34 Thistle St N W Ln, Edinburgh, EH2 1EA, United Kingdom
RestaurantBritish restaurantFrench restaurant
Le Bistrot
Le Bistrot
4.7 (504 ratings)
W Parliament Square, Edinburgh, EH1 1RF, United Kingdom
French restaurant
Maison Bleue Le Bistrot
Maison Bleue Le Bistrot
4.1 (192 ratings)
372 Morningside Rd, Morningside, Edinburgh EH10 5HS, United Kingdom
RestaurantFrench restaurant
Le Marche Francais
Le Marche Francais
4.3 (110 ratings)
9A W Maitland St, Edinburgh, EH12 5DS, United Kingdom
French restaurantBreakfast restaurantRestaurant
Mentioned by scotland.org.uk
Best French Restaurants in Edinburgh
"One of the best options in Edinburgh to sample fresh and flavoursome French cuisine. Duck's at Le Marche Noir also offers an impressive wine list."
Maison Bleue
Maison Bleue
4.3 (671 ratings)
Eclectic bistro with French, North African and Scots dishes in a romantic, retro interior.
36-38 Victoria St, Edinburgh, EH1 2JW, United Kingdom
French restaurantBarRestaurant
La Garrigue
La Garrigue
4.6 (294 ratings)
Amiable bistro with French art, artisanal furnishings, hearty Languedoc cuisine and French wines.
31 Jeffrey St, Edinburgh, EH1 1DH, United Kingdom
French restaurant
Mentioned by Trip101
French Restaurants In Edinburgh, Scotland - Updated 2021
"A post shared by La Garrigue (@la_garrigue) on Jun 24, 2018 at 11:43am PDT. La Garrigue is located near the famous Royal Mile and a short walk from Waverley Station. The cuisine here is inspired by southern France’s rural Languedoc region."
Mentioned by Culture Trip
The 10 Most Romantic Restaurants In Edinburgh
"La Garrigue – Creme Brûlée flavored with lavender|© Caitriana Nicholson/Flickr. No one does ‘romantic’ better than the French. Take a leaf out of those with the language of love and make way for La Garrigue, a personable little bistro."
Mentioned by scotland.org.uk
Best French Restaurants in Edinburgh
"Explore the fresh and rustic cooking styles of Southern France at its best at La Garrigue, the winner of 2 AA rosettes since its opening."

Top Best Sushi Places & Restaurants in Edinburgh

Slurp at the Kirk
Slurp at the Kirk
3.8 (262 ratings)
Japanese sushi and hot options in elegant decor with lunch specials, takeaway bento boxes and sushi.
44 Candlemaker Row, Edinburgh, EH1 2QE, United Kingdom
Japanese restaurantBarSushi restaurant
Bonsai Bar Bistro
Bonsai Bar Bistro
4.5 (375 ratings)
Informal modern Japanese dining room serving stylish sushi, teppanyaki, miso and salads.
46 W Richmond St, Edinburgh, EH8 9DZ, United Kingdom
Japanese restaurantSushi restaurant
Mentioned by hiddenedinburgh.net
Best Sushi Restaurants In Edinburgh - Hidden Edinburgh
"A post shared by edibledinburgh🍴 (@edibledinburgh) on Feb 23, 2016 at 6:19am PST. Though its name is ‘Bonsai’, this restaurant’s menu is anything but small!. It offers dumplings, soups, rice, sushi, and more – with pickles and other sides galore."
Mentioned by Ashley Wanders
Edinburgh Eats: My Favourite Sushi Restaurants
"Bonsai is a great spot for an inexpensive lunch, with cheap bento box and sushi deals on offer everyday. Their hand rolls are particularly tasty, especially the spicy tuna. And their green tea creme brûlée is the perfect post-sushi dessert."
Shinsen Sushi
Shinsen Sushi
4.5 (105 ratings)
43 Broughton St, Edinburgh, EH1 3JU, United Kingdom
Sushi restaurantJapanese restaurantTakeout Restaurant

Best Family Restaurants in Edinburgh

TGI Fridays
TGI Fridays
4.3 (1677 ratings)
Casual chain restaurant with a festive vibe serving beer, cocktails & a wide menu of American fare.
26 Castle St, Edinburgh, EH2 3HT, United Kingdom
American restaurantBar & grillFamily restaurantHamburger restaurantSteak house
Mentioned by inews.co.uk
7 outdoor markets to visit in Edinburgh
"Each Friday, Fountainbridge hosts some of Scotland’s best street food vendors at the Union Canal, behind Avka bar. It’s the perfect spot for a Friday lunch or a post-work treat. The line-up of traders changes each week, but you’ll often find local favourites such as Babu Bombay Street Kitchen, Barnacles & Bones, Bonnie Burrito, French Connection Creperie and Union of Genius Soup on-site."
Mentioned by Euro Hostel
Best Markets in Edinburgh - Food, Local Produce, Clothing, Drinks
"At Union Canal every Friday, Fountainbridge is home to some of the country’s best street food retailers offering the prefect location for lunch. Elevenses or an afternoon treat. Each week hosts different suppliers but regular favourites include Babu Bombay Street Kitchen, Barnacles & Bones, Bonnie Burrito, French Connection Creperie, Union of Genius Soup and Steampunk Coffee."
German Doner Kebab
German Doner Kebab
3.7 (37 ratings)
Waverley Mall Food Court, Waverley Bridge, Edinburgh EH1 1BQ, United Kingdom
RestaurantFamily restaurantFast food restaurantTakeout Restaurant
Chiquito
Chiquito
3.9 (390 ratings)
Colourful chain restaurant dishing up a menu of Tex-Mex favourites, beer and cocktails.
Unit C3, Fountain Park, Edinburgh EH11 1AT, United Kingdom
Mexican restaurantAmerican restaurantFamily restaurant

Best Museums in Edinburgh

Scottish National Portrait Gallery
Scottish National Portrait Gallery
4.6 (3034 ratings)4.5 (2461 ratings)
Scots history and celebrity portraits in a grand, red-stone Victorian gallery with a shop and cafe.
1 Queen St, Edinburgh, EH2 1JD, United Kingdom
Art galleryMuseumsArt museum
Scottish National Gallery
Scottish National Gallery
4.6 (8645 ratings)4.5 (5073 ratings)
National collection includes European masterpieces and Scottish works, with seasonal exhibitions.
The Mound, Edinburgh, EH2 2EL, United Kingdom
Art galleryMuseumsArt museum
The People's Story Museum
The People's Story Museum
4.3 (410 ratings)4.5 (330 ratings)
The 16th-century Tolbooth houses a social history museum tracing city life since the late 1700s.
The Royal Mile, 163 Canongate, Edinburgh EH8 8BN, United Kingdom
Local history museumMuseumsHistory MuseumsSpecialty Museums
Mentioned by Culture Trip
The Best Museums in Edinburgh
"Sister to the Museum of Edinburgh and also set on the Royal Mile – this time in the 1591 Tolbooth building – this oral history museum delves into the lives of working people in the city, from the 18th century to the late 20th century. You’ll see recreations of a bookbinder’s workshop, a wartime kitchen complete with vintage packaging and a grisly jail cell."
Mentioned by Trip101
Top 9 Entry-Free Museums In Edinburgh, the UK
"A post shared by This is Edinburgh (@thisisedinburgh) on Jul 11, 2017 at 5:52am PDT. The People’s Story Museum, as its name suggests, features the everyday lives of Edinburgh’s citizens — from their jobs to what they do for leisure. Opened in 1989, the museum is housed in a former prison that was operational since 1591."
Mentioned by st-christophers.co.uk
11 Best Museums in Edinburgh 2021 | St Christopher’s Inns
"Getting to the People’s Story Museum : This museum is located on the other side of the road to the Museum of Edinburgh. So just a 9 minute walk from St Christopher’s Inns Edinburgh. Photo credit: The People's Story Museum"

Vacation Rentals, Airbnb, Hotels & Cabins near Edinburgh

The Edinburgh Address - Classic Marchmont Charm
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Albyn Townhouse
4.7 (456 reviews)
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Edinburgh Old Town Apartment
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