Eat Out Edinburgh announces 2025 venue lineup and exclusive supper clubs

Special offers revealed for over 50 city-centre restaurants, cafes and bars taking part in the festival

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Eat Out Edinburgh, the highly anticipated city-centre restaurant festival run by Essential Edinburgh, today reveals the full list of incredible dining offers running throughout March.

This year’s event boasts an impressive lineup of over 50 top restaurants, cafes and bars, featuring exclusive deals, curated set menus, and the introduction of a brand-new supper club series as a first for this year’s festival.

Diners can now explore the special offers live online at www.eatoutedinburgh.com, with deals from some of Edinburgh’s best-loved venues from Princes Street and Charlotte Square to St James Quarter – all designed to showcase the city centre’s vibrant hospitality scene.

With a wave of exciting new restaurant openings in the capital, this year’s Eat Out Edinburgh welcomes several first-time participants, bringing fresh flavours and experiences to the festival, including:

  • Dishoom: Enjoy a special Bombay-inspired menu for £29 per person, including dishes like Tandoori Chaat, Goan Monkfish Curry, and Makhmali Paneer.
  • Roxy Lanes: Perfect for a midweek catch-up, offering 20% off food Sunday through Thursday – grab a bite and enjoy the lively atmosphere.
  • The Botanist: Whether you’re in the mood for two courses (£20) or three (£25), The Botanist offers an incredible deal Monday to Thursday throughout March.
  • Manahatta: Bringing the big city buzz to Edinburgh, the NYC inspired venue is offering two courses for £15 or three for £20, valid Monday – Friday throughout March.
  • The Court: In the heart of The Caledonian Edinburgh, discover a seasonally-inspired selection of dishes with a delicious three course lunch menu, showcasing the best of local, Scottish produce for just £29.
  • SUSHISAMBA: The Samba Express menu brings together the bold and vibrant flavours of Japan, Brazil, and Peru for an unforgettable dining journey, offering two courses for just £25 or three courses for £30.
  • Le Petit Beefbar: Offering Eat Out Edinburgh diners an exclusive 20% off, a set-lunch menu is available Monday to Thursday featuring everything from their famous rock corn to the classic steak frites. Now we’re offering Eat Out Edinburgh guests an exclusive 20% off.

Returning favourites such as Chaophraya, Lady Libertine, Rio Brazilian Steakhouse, Duck & Waffle, and BABA among many others have also unveiled exclusive menus and special offers available to book now, ensuring there’s something for every taste, budget and occasion throughout the month.

This year introduces a new highlight: a series of intimate supper clubs bookending the festival offering food lovers a unique opportunity to enjoy exclusive dining experiences in a social setting, hosted by hot-ticket venues Hawksmoor and Dean Banks at the Pompadour.

Kickstarting the festival on the 6th of March, Hawksmoor Edinburgh will host a special evening celebrating British seasonal produce, featuring a three-course sharing menu with wine, set within the stunning McLellan Room.

Guests will be welcomed with a Portobello Road Gin cocktail before indulging in a showcase of the Hawksmoor classics served family style – including a selection of their signature prime meats – and walk away with a box of the restaurant’s ‘Tributes’ salted caramel chocolates, as a sweet reminder of the evening. Tickets are available to book now at just £75 per person.

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Bringing the festival to a spectacular close, Dean Banks at The Pompadour will offer their own supper club with an unforgettable seven-course tasting menu on 27th March, available at an incredible 50% discount for just £65 per person.

Hosted in the venue’s stunning private room within the Caledonian Edinburgh, Chef Banks himself will walk guests through each course, celebrating Scotland’s best produce of the season.

Tickets are available to book now. Guests are encouraged to book their spot for both events soon through the Eat Out Edinburgh website, as spots are limited to these exclusive evenings.

Following the success of Eat Out Edinburgh 2024, which saw a 9.2% increase in hospitality sales and over 18,700 bookings for city centre venues, this year’s campaign is set to be even bigger. The initiative encourages locals, visitors, and city centre workers to explore and support Edinburgh’s dynamic food and drink scene.

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Emily Campbell Johnston, Senior Manager of Marketing & Communications at Essential Edinburgh, said: “With so many exciting new venues opening in the city centre, this year’s Eat Out Edinburgh is set to be our most diverse and engaging yet.

“The addition of supper clubs will bring a whole new level of exclusivity and experience for diners. Whether you’re discovering a new favourite spot or revisiting a beloved classic, March is the perfect time to celebrate Edinburgh’s incredible hospitality scene.”

A full list of participating venues and offers is available at

www.eatoutedinburgh.com,

where diners can browse menus and book experiences.

Eat Out Edinburgh gets underway 

Special offers revealed for 40 City Centre restaurants and bars taking part in the festival

Eat Out Edinburgh, the highly-anticipated restaurant festival taking over Edinburgh’s city centre next month, has now released a full list of venues taking part in the campaign, with incredible deals from the most exciting restaurants from Princes Street and Charlotte Square to St James Quarter throughout the entirety of March. 

Amazing set menus, special offers and events are now available to browse from each of the 40 venues involved on Eat Out Edinburgh’s website with guests able to book now for dates from the 1st to 31st of March. 

The past year has seen an influx of new bars and restaurants to the capital, bringing a variety of new dining experiences to explore during Eat Out Edinburgh’s run, including: 

–          Willow Tea Rooms: The new traditional afternoon tea spot is opening later this month in the former Starbucks unit with stunning castle views on Princes Street and will be offering a traditional afternoon tea throughout March for £17.95 per person, excluding March 10th. 

–          RIO Brazilian Steakhouse: The newly opened Rodizio style steakhouse within the Assembly Rooms will be offering their unique menu including unlimited salad bar access and meats served tableside at £34.95 for dinner and £19.95 for lunch. 

–          The Alchemist George Street: The creative cocktail bar and restaurant’s newest venue on George Street has curated a special menu offering two courses for £20 and three courses for £35.

–          Fat Hippo: The new restaurant known for its extensive menu of juicy, decadent burgers has created a menu with a starter, main, and a side for £15 from Monday to Thursday throughout the month. 

Offers vary from venue to venue, with each location bringing its own unique value with something to appeal to everyone, from celebrating Mother’s Day with a brunch at Duck & Waffle with £29 for 3 Courses or a lesson in mixology with a cocktail masterclass for £25 at the Hard Rock Café

Eat Out Edinburgh brings friends, family, and colleagues together from across the Lothians for the chance to explore new cuisines and try special occasion restaurants for an accessible price while supporting the city’s vibrant hospitality sector.

Run by Essential Edinburgh, the campaign taking place throughout the capital’s dedicated Business Improvement District (BID) returns this year for double the time after a successful two-week run in 2023. 

Emily Campbell Johnston, Senior Manager of Marketing & Communications, Essential Edinburgh, said: “The venues taking part in this year’s Eat Out Edinburgh have gone above and beyond to create really exciting offers for guests that will let Edinburgh locals, visitors and workers in the city centre experience some of the city’s best cuisine at an accessible price. 

“The scope of this year’s campaign brings more venues than ever over a longer period of time for a massive celebration of Edinburgh’s unmatched food scene right in time for the Spring season to bring a renewed energy to the city.” 

Businesses Participating in Eat Out Edinburgh 2024

Angel’s Share

Auld Hundred

BABA

Badger & Co

Bonnie & Wild

Boozy Cow

Bread Street Kitchen

Cadiz

Café Andaluz

Contini George Street

Copper Blossom

Dean Banks at The Pompadour

Duck & Waffle

Element

Fat Hippo

Fazenda

Gaucho

Grazing by Mark Greenaway at Waldorf Astoria Edinburgh – The Caledonian

Gusto

Hard Rock Cafe Edinburgh

Harvey Nichols Forth Floor

Haute Dolci

Hawksmoor

Huxley

Indian Lounge

Ka Pao 

Lady Libertine

Le Monde 

Maki & Ramen St James Quarter 

Malmaison

Queens Arms

Rabble

Rio Brazilian Steakhouse

Tattu

TGI Fridays Edinburgh Castle Street

The Alchemist – George Street & St James Quarter 

The Register Club

The Scottish Café And Restaurant

The Voodoo Rooms

Tigerlily

Twenty Princes Street

Willow Tea Rooms

For more information on each venue, and to keep book, visit: 

http://www.eatoutedinburgh.co.uk/

Chopstix Noodle Bar unveils additions to Saver Menu in Edinburgh stores

  • BRITAIN’S FAVOURITE NOODLE CHAIN, CHOPSTIX, LAUNCHES SUPER NOODLE BOWL –  GET YOURS FOR ONLY £4.95 
  • THE PAN-ASIAN NOODLE BAR HAS LAUNCHED A NATIONWIDE ‘SPRING SAVER’ MENU WITH THREE NEW MOUTH-WATERING OFFERS TO CHOOSE FROM 

The noodle chain, which has over 90 stores nationwide, is expanding its menu for spring, and has announced its rolling out three new offers in its Edinburgh store and nationwide. 

The exciting new additions are now available, Monday to Friday, including the Super Noodle Bowl offering diners a portion of noodles, three spring rolls drizzled with katsu curry sauce for £4.95. 

Customers can also opt for a new 4-Topper Bundle which features four toppings of choice, five spring rolls and a medium soft drink. For those just wanting a box, customers can order an extra topping for just £1 more.

In addition, customers can still enjoy fan favourites such as Caramel Drizzle Chicken, Salt ‘N’ Pepper Chicken, Teriyaki Beef and Chicken Katsu Curry which are included in the 4-Topper bundle deal.

Rob Burns, Marketing Director for Chopstix, said: “We’re delighted to be launching these new dishes which give customers even more choice, without breaking the bank. 

“We’re always constantly looking out for and exploring recipes, flavour combinations, bundles and new items to add to our menus to ensure our customers have access to a fresh, fast and tasty alternative to the high street.

“Our 4-Topper bundle ensures customers can choose even more of their favourite items from the menu and tailor their own meal according to their needs whilst our new Noodle Super Bowl celebrates the UK’s love for noodles and spring rolls – plus, at only £4.95, what’s not to love?!”

Chopstix is focused on delivering a faster, fresher, tastier alternative to the high street. Wok Master chefs deliver nourishing noodles, wholesome chicken, beautiful beef and perfect prawns with fresh vegetables and superb sauces to make Chopstix the ‘go to guys’ for boxed fresh flavour. 

For more information please visit: www.chopstixnoodles.co.uk

Edinburgh aparthotel Native giving away 222 free rooms across 2022

Native giving away 222 free rooms across 2022

Native Places – a leading UK lifestyle aparthotel brand providing stylish, spacious, and original accommodation in exciting neighbourhoods across the UK – has announced details of a year-long room giveaway in addition to 20% off room discounts and 50% off food.

Launching tomorrow (Tuesday, 22nd February) lucky Edinburgh locals can get their hands on a host of prizes as Native is giving away 22 rooms in February with more free rooms up for grabs throughout the year to celebrate momentous occasions like the Queen’s Jubilee in May when 70 free rooms will be on offer to commemorate the 70th anniversary.

The 22/2/2022 promotion will reward those ‘becoming a Native’ by signing up for the special offer on its website. Quirky games will unlock the prizes and discounts, valid on stays at all the Native aparthotels in the UK and on dining at Native Manchester.

There are six Native aparthotels throughout the UK, in London, Manchester, Glasgow and Edinburgh.  Breathing new life into the restoration and refurbishment of historic city centre buildings, aparthotels are housed within converted tea warehouses, historical estate buildings and the former home of the Anchor Line shipping company, complete with original 1906 features. 

For more information on Native Places and the 22/2/2022 promotion visit:

https://www.nativeplaces.com/benative/