(103 George Street in Edinburgh, United Kingdom)

Centotre is a restaurant which operates under the mantra that good food is a labour of love as well ...as a pleasure. With this in mind, dishes are made from the freshest and most authentic ingredients, imported freshly from Milan, adding little more than Italian know how. Determined that their building is a happy place to be, Victor and Carina Contini have kitted the venue out to be a sharp, bright, smart backdrop to their simple but high quality Italian food, with Florentine style steak and imaginative pizzas served under the old building’s magnificent chandelier. Try your best to keep your eye on your meal, and not on the antics of Centotre’s infamous pizza chef! Please be aware that on Saturdays this restaurant operates a walk-in only service. Opening hours: Mon - Thu 8am - 11pmFri & Sat 8am - MidnightSun 11am - 6pm Before the Contini family took over, the building was formerly used as a bank. [moreless]

(15 South Learmonth Gardens in Edinburgh, United Kingdom)

2004’s Scottish Hotel of the Year, Channings, in its quiet West End location is a haven in the bustl...ing city of Edinburgh. The bistro-esque restaurant offers more of the same urban oasis feel with stripped pine floors, unfussy furniture and clean lines throughout giving a laid back atmosphere with just the right amount of buzz. A vibrantly modern menu brings bold flavour combinations with a sunny Mediterranean stamp to your table whether it’s a Roasted Rack of Borders Lamb served with Parmesan Polenta and Aubergine Caponata at dinner time or a lunchtime Pumpkin, Pine Kernal and Coriander Samosa. Opening hours: Mon - Fri: 7:30am - 10am, 12pm - 2:30pm & 6pm - 10pmSat & Sun: 7:30am - 10am, 12:30pm - 3pm & 6pm - 10pm The Channings building was once home to Sir Ernest Shackleton. [moreless]

(3 Atholl Place in Edinburgh, United Kingdom)

This award-winning Cantonese restaurant on Atholl Place stands out on the Edinburgh restaurant scene... for its chic dining room and contemporary cuisine. China Town is renowned for its sleek interior – which features chocolate brown walls decorated with antique Chinese musical instruments, silk curtains and LED lights. Popular for stylish parties, formal family get-togethers and special celebrations, China Town has earned an excellent reputation for its innovative cuisine. Seafood dishes are the kitchen's specialty, and you can order scallops, sea bass and halibut steamed with garlic and spring onions or stir-fried with black bean sauce. Head Chef Thomas Chan is happy to create bespoke dishes on request, and his acclaimed menu is complimented by a diverse wine list. Opening hours: Mon - Fri: 12pm - 2pm & 5:30pm - 11:30pmSat & Sun: 5:30pm - 11:30pm China Town has won multiple awards for its contemporary Cantonese cuisine. [moreless]

(58A North Castle Street in Edinburgh, United Kingdom)

Circus Wine Bar and Grill lies in the centre of Edinburgh, just metres from Princes Street Gardens, ...Royal Circus and a mere wander from Holyrood. However, step inside the elegant dining room and you’re a million miles away from the crowds of tourists, students and office workers clogging up the pavements. Pick a tipple from the extensive wine list to enjoy in the bar before taking your seat for a meal made using the finest local ingredients. Combining European influences with hints of Scottish tradition you might find risottos alongside black pudding and Chateaubriand of Aberdeen Angus on the simple, seasonal menu. Please note there may be a time limit on your table on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays. Opening hours: Mon - Fri: 12pm - 2:30pm & 7pm - 10pmSat: 7pm - 10pmSun: Closed This is the place for steaks, all Circus’ first class beef comes straight from Inverurie (the Scottish Lowlands). [moreless]

(113 Buccleuch St in Edinburgh, United Kingdom)

Coyaba means paradise, and on a sleety day this warm and vibrant restaurant fits the bill. This awar...d-winning family-run restaurant, the only Jamaican restaurant in all Scotland, is just as warm in its welcome as in its decor. The walls and tables are brightly kitted out in colours of fruits and the earth, and the Caribbean sounds wafting out over diners complete the island ambience. The menu is authentically Jamaican, created along Rastafarian principles, so you'll find no dairy or wheat. Try starter of classic ital soup, main course of authentic curry goat and dessert of ginger lime polenta cake. Do not miss the nutmeggy Guinness punch. Reggae fans may starspot visiting musicians here. Opening hours: Tue - Thu: 6pm - 10pmFri & Sat: 6pm - 11pmSun: 6pm - 10pm [moreless]

(88 Commerial St in Edinburgh, United Kingdom)

A busy oasis of foodie happiness, Daniel's is bright, light warehouse conversion on the lovely Leith... waterfront where a City crowd regular gathers to enjoy consistently high-quality food and friendly atmosphere. The Scottish/French menus features classic starters such as Alsace-born Daniel's very own fish soup – a constant favourite since the restaurant opened in 1997 and one of several excellent signature dishes. A very tempting range of mains include thin-based pizzas and bistro classics such as seafood casserole (with lots of fresh bread to mop it up) and long-standing house special – confit de canard a l'Ancienne. Desserts deserve a mention too, especially the rich chocolate terrine. Daniel's is the kind of place people always recommend. Opening hours: Mon - Sun: 10am - 9.30pm [moreless]

(14 Eyre Place in Edinburgh, United Kingdom)

Duck’s at Le Marché Noir, found nestled in Edinburgh’s leafy Eyre Place, has been a favourite amongs...t locals for almost 20 years. The inviting dining room, complete with crisp white linen and candlelit crystal glasses, looks and feels like a traditional Parisian bistro. The understated elegance compliments the assured Scottish-French menu. Favourites include, char-grilled rump of Ayrshire veal with roast onion, truffled Pecorino, artichoke, calves tongue, macaroni and meat juices, warm doughnuts with a dark chocolate and Pedro Ximenez pot. The owner, famous local restaurateur Malcolm Duck, is a wine aficionado, hence his cellar is full with delights from Burgundy, Australia and Alsace. The dining experience at Duck’s at Le Marché Noir is akin to attending an intimate and private dinner party. It is the perfect place to celebrate a special occasion. Opening hours: Tue - Fri: 12pm - 2:30pm & 6pm - 10pmSat: 6pm - 10pmMon & Sun: Closed Duck’s has been honoured in the Wine Spectator Awards for having one of the world’s most outstanding wine lists from 2004 - 2008. [moreless]

(15 Salisbury Place in Edinburgh, United Kingdom)

Fenwicks Restaurant offers an attentive, yet relaxed and friendly approach to contemporary Scottish ...cuisine with French flair and fresh local produce. [moreless]

(97 - 101 Dalry Rd in Edinburgh, United Kingdom)

West Edinburgh wasn't a dining hotspot, but charming, inviting, delicious First Coast is one of the ...establishments that have been changing that. A comfy toddle from Haymarket station, First Coast is quite an intimate, relaxed shop front restaurant done out the blues and greys of the sea, with rough hewn centre wall and super smart detailing. The frequently-changing modern Scottish menu lists meat and fowl as well as fish. Starters include very tender marinated squid, soy and sesame salad, mains include spicy grilled chicken breast with homemade sweet chilli sauce and coconut rice, and sweets include deep fried jam sandwich with vanilla ice cream- seriously. Short, thoughtful wine list, good vegetarian choices and warm service. Please note on Fridays and Saturdays this restaurant only takes Toptable bookings from 6pm - 7pm and 9pm - 10pm. Opening hours: Mon - Sat 12pm - 2pm & 5pm - 10.30pmAlthough the restaurant is open, they do not accept toptable bookings on Fri or Sat. [moreless]

(1 The Shore, Leith in Edinburgh, United Kingdom)

Okay, we love the address 'Number One The Shore', and that's not all that is loved at Fishers Bistro..., a long-time favourite in Leith with views over the water. The place is small, set on a windy corner, with relentlessly nautical decor, sea blue walls, and bare wooden floors. It's smart, like a well-kept boat. Fish is probably what you'll be having here, but the fish will have been fancified, transformed. Yes, there are superb raw Loch Fyne oysters, but there are also dishes like starter of seared tuna steak with chilli and lime couscous salad, main course of roast rainbow trout with artichoke sauce and smoked oysters, and dessert of chocolate cheesecake. The wine list is heavy on good bottles with lightweight price tags, and the staff make you feel as if they care about your happiness and would like to see you again. Please note - this restaurant does not take bookings from toptable on Friday and Saturday evenings. Opening hours: Mon - Sun: 12:30pm - 10.30pm [moreless]