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Michelin Guide Selection 20267 min read · Updated June 2026

The Ultimate Guide to Michelin Dining in Edinburgh

Discover Edinburgh’s 12 award-winning culinary sanctuaries, tasting menus, and secret dining rooms redefining Scottish gastronomy.

Curated by Eleanor Vance

Senior Gastronomy Editor · DiscoverEdinburgh

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1 Michelin Star

4.9

Leith · Edinburgh

£140 – £195 Tasting Menu

The Kitchin

Chef Tom Kitchin

Trailblazing Michelin-starred restaurant on Leith's waterfront redefining modern Scottish gastronomy under the 'From Nature to Plate' philosophy.

Signature Dish / Tasting Flight:Hand-dived Orkney Scallops baked in the shell with sea herbs

1 Michelin StarNature to Plate PhilosophyOpen Kitchen WindowSommelier Wine Pairings

78 Commercial Street, Leith, Edinburgh EH6 6LX

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1 Michelin Star

4.9

Leith · Edinburgh

£135 – £185 Tasting Menu

Restaurant Martin Wishart

Chef Martin Wishart

A flagship of Edinburgh fine dining for over two decades, seamlessly combining classical French techniques with Scotland's supreme coastal larder.

Signature Dish / Tasting Flight:Crustacean & Shellfish Tasting Menu with Lemon Bergamot Cremeux

1 Michelin StarWaterfront LocationFrench Classical Technique6-Course Seafood Tasting

54 The Shore, Leith, Edinburgh EH6 6RA

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1 Michelin Star (2025)

4.9

New Town · Edinburgh

£165 – £210 Tasting Menu

Lyla

Chef Stuart Ralston

An opulent 28-cover seafood sanctuary on Royal Terrace offering a spectacular 10-course ode to the pristine produce of the Scottish Isles.

Signature Dish / Tasting Flight:10-Course Island Seafood Odyssey & Tableside Service

1 Michelin Star (2025)Champagne LoungeInteractive Tableside FinishingBespoke Wine Flights

3 Royal Terrace, New Town, Edinburgh EH7 5AB

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1 Michelin Star

4.8

Leith · Edinburgh

£110 – £150 Tasting Menu

Heron

Chefs Tomás Gormley & Sam Yorke

A relaxed, light-filled modern Michelin-starred restaurant overlooking the Water of Leith, championing hyper-seasonal farm-to-table dining.

Signature Dish / Tasting Flight:Slow-roasted Perthshire Venison with Fermented Blackberries

1 Michelin StarWaterfront ViewsFull Vegan & Pescatarian TastingModern Farm-to-Table

87-91 Henderson Street, Leith, Edinburgh EH6 6ED

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1 Star & Green StarMichelin Green Star

4.8

West End · Edinburgh

£125 – £165 Tasting Menu

Timberyard

Chef Jimmy Murray & Radford Family

Set in a 19th-century prop warehouse with a woodburning stove, Timberyard holds both a Michelin Star and Green Star for sustainable foraging.

Signature Dish / Tasting Flight:Foraged Coastal Sea Herbs with Biodynamic Pairings

1 Michelin StarMichelin Green StarCourtyard GardenNatural & Biodynamic Wines

10 Lady Lawson Street, West End, Edinburgh EH3 9DS

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1 Michelin Star

4.8

Southside · Edinburgh

£130 – £170 Surprise Menu

Condita

Chef Mark Lumgair

An intimate, secretive Michelin-starred haven in Southside offering an ever-changing surprise micro-seasonal tasting menu in a curated art space.

Signature Dish / Tasting Flight:Surprise Micro-Seasonal 8-Course Gastronomic Journey

1 Michelin StarSecret Surprise MenuHand-Painted DecorOrganic Wine Pairings

15 Salisbury Road, Southside, Edinburgh EH16 5AA

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Michelin Guide Selection

4.8

Stockbridge · Edinburgh

£150 – £195 Tasting Menu

Avery

Chef Rodney Wages

Relocated from San Francisco to Stockbridge, Avery delivers an extraordinary 15-course tasting menu fusing American flair, Japanese precision, and Scottish produce.

Signature Dish / Tasting Flight:15-Course Japanese-American-Scottish Tasting Menu

Michelin Guide 202615-Course Epicurean JourneyRare Sake PairingsBespoke Artware

2 St Stephen Street, Stockbridge, Edinburgh EH3 5AL

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Michelin Guide Recommended

4.7

New Town · Edinburgh

£85 – £125 Tasting Menu

Fhior

Chef Scott Smith

Celebrated in both Michelin and Good Food Guides, Fhior delivers clean, minimalist 7 or 10-course tasting menus driven by hyper-local Scottish ingredients.

Signature Dish / Tasting Flight:7 or 10-Course Hyper-Local Scottish Seasonal Flight

Michelin RecommendedMinimalist AestheticPrivate Supper ClubUltra-Seasonal Foraging

36 Broughton Street, New Town, Edinburgh EH1 3SB

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Historic Luxury Dining

4.9

Old Town · Edinburgh

£90 – £160 À La Carte

The Witchery by the Castle

Chef James Thomson OBE

Edinburgh's most dramatic gothic dining room right at the gates of Edinburgh Castle, serving legendary Scottish steaks, seafood, and fine vintages.

Signature Dish / Tasting Flight:Belhaven Lobster & Roasted Balmoral Game

Gothic Baroque Dining RoomRoyal Mile LocationSecret Garden TerraceWorld-Class Wine Cellar

352 Castlehill, Royal Mile, Edinburgh EH1 2NF

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5-Star Luxury Dining

4.8

New Town · Edinburgh

£130 – £175 Tasting Menu

Number One at The Balmoral

Chef Mathew Sherry

Situated inside the iconic Balmoral Hotel, Number One offers sleek red-lacquered walls, opulent Scottish art, and refined modern fine dining.

Signature Dish / Tasting Flight:Smoked Salmon with Imperial Caviar & Highland Lamb

5-Star Landmark HotelRed Lacquer Art RoomSommelier CellarMichelin Heritage

1 Princes Street, New Town, Edinburgh EH2 2EQ

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Grand Dining Room

4.8

New Town · Edinburgh

£75 – £130 À La Carte

The Spence at Gleneagles Townhouse

Chef Jonny Wright

Set beneath a breathtaking central glass dome on St Andrew Square, The Spence offers glamourous all-day fine dining and bespoke trolley service.

Signature Dish / Tasting Flight:Dessert Trolley & Aged Beef Wellington

St Andrew Square DomeBespoke Dessert TrolleyGleneagles HeritageCraft Cocktail Bar

39 St Andrew Square, New Town, Edinburgh EH2 2AD

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4.8

Southside · Edinburgh

£95 – £135 Tasting Menu

Argile Restaurant

Chef Jack Radford

An intimate 10-seat chef's counter in Marchmont where diners sit directly opposite the kitchen watching a multi-course culinary masterclass.

Signature Dish / Tasting Flight:10-Seat Chef Counter Experience

10-Seat Exclusive CounterInteractive Chef ServiceLow-Interference CookingMarchmont Gem

21 Argyle Place, Marchmont, Edinburgh EH9 1JJ

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Sommelier & Reservation Advice

How to Secure Edinburgh's Most In-Demand Tables

Edinburgh’s Michelin-starred dining rooms are notoriously intimate (Lyla has just 28 covers, Argile has 10). Bookings for flagship venues like The Kitchin and Restaurant Martin Wishart typically open on the 1st of every month 60 days in advance.

Dress Code EtiquetteSmart-casual is standard. Jackets are not compulsory, but sportswear and beach attire are discouraged.

Dietary AccommodationsHeron and Timberyard provide full 7-course vegan and pescatarian tasting menus when advised 48h prior.

Michelin Dining FAQs

Everything you need to know about fine dining reservations and tasting menus in Edinburgh.

Which Michelin restaurant in Edinburgh is best for seafood?

Restaurant Martin Wishart on Leith Shore is world-renowned for its dedicated crustacean and shellfish tasting menu, while Lyla on Royal Terrace offers an extraordinary 10-course seafood journey curated by Stuart Ralston.

What is the average price of a Michelin tasting menu in Edinburgh?

Full evening tasting menus range from £110 to £195 per person. Lunch tasting menus at venues like Heron or Restaurant Martin Wishart offer exceptional value from £65 per person.

Are there any Michelin Green Star restaurants in Edinburgh?

Yes, Timberyard on Lady Lawson Street holds a Michelin Green Star in recognition of its zero-waste philosophy, local foraging, and biodynamic wine program.

Which area has the highest concentration of Michelin dining?

The maritime quarter of Leith is Edinburgh's premier foodie capital, boasting three 1-Michelin-starred restaurants: The Kitchin, Restaurant Martin Wishart, and Heron.