(31-35 Grassmarket in Edinburgh, United Kingdom)

Metro Brasserie & Bar. Fuss-free food served with style in this 3 storey brasserie and bar, situated... on the ground floor of the Apex International Hotel looking onto Edinburgh's historic Grassmarket and close to the city's business and entertainment district. Opening hours: Lunch 12pm - 5pm Dinner 6pm - 10pm Sample Dinner menu: starters and soup todays metro soup (v) (gf) (h) £3.95 greek salad ? low fat feta cheese, tomato, cucumber and olives (v) (h) £4.95 caesar salad, focaccia croutons and parmesan shavings £5.95 charred chicken caeser salad with croutons and parmesan shavings £6.50 parma ham, goats cheese and beef tomato stack, basil olive oil (h) £6.50 king-prawn filo rolls, sesame salad and sweet chilli dip £6.25 oak smoked salmon, saffron aioli, rocket leaves and lime £6.50 thai curries thai red chicken, jungle curry and fragrant rice (h)£11.95 thai red roasted salmon, jungle curry and fragrant rice (h) £11.95 wok-fired bok-choi, vegetable jungle curry and fragrant rice (v) (h) £9.50 pasta conchiglie shells, chorizo sausage and parmesan sauce £8.50 wild mushroom macaroni and toasted sunflower seeds (v) £8.50 mex nachos grilled with cheese and topped with chilli beef, low-fat crème fraiche and jalapeno peppers (h) small £6.95 large £8.95 nachos grilled with cheese and topped with vegetable chilli, low-fat crème fraiche and jalapeno peppers (v) (h) small £6.50 large £8.50 chilli beef con carne, rice and grilled flat bread (h) £8.95 vegetable chilli, rice and grilled flat bread (v) (h) £8.50 burgers aberdeen angus beef burger, corn relish and seasoned thick cut chips £9.95 cajun chicken breast burger, corn relish and seasoned thick cut chips £9.95 metro grills all accompanied by summer vegetable ratatouille tossed potatoes and herb olive oil. cracked black peppered scotch sirloin steak (h) £17.95 free range citrus scented chicken breast (h) £11.95 chilli rubbed scotch salmon fillet (h) £11.95 sides £2.95 seasoned thick cut chips new potatoes (h) rocket and parmesan salad (h) mixed market vegetables (h) fine green beans (h) mixed marinated olives (h) garlic bread (h) desserts £4.95 rich chocolate tart and raspberry coulis light lemon mousse strawberry cheesecake dark chocolate bavarois vanilla pod, strawberry and milk chocolate ice cream selection deli-cheese platter, chutney and oatcakes (n) £6.95 [moreless]

(90 Haymarket Terrace in Edinburgh, United Kingdom)

Metro West End - situated in Edinburgh's West End at the hub of the business and entertainment distr...ict. Fuss free food in cosy surroundings, serving a mix of Scottish and European cuisine with fresh ingredients. Awarded 2 Rosettes by Hotel Review Scotland. Opening hours: Daily: Lunch: 12:00 - 16:00 Dinner: 17:00 - 22:00 Sample Dinner menu: starters and salads (£) metro west end soup of the day (v) (h) 3.25 mussels mariniere with garlic crisp bread small 5.90 large 9.00 rosemary brushetta with forest mushrooms and parmesan rocolla salad (v) (h) 4.95 smoked duck with roast pear and stilton salad 5.90 tain of aubergine and goats cheese with a red pepper and basil coulis (v) 4.90 seared salmon and buttered leeks with mustard dressing 5.00 chicken liver parfait with toasted brioche and plum chutney 4.90 pasta (£) linguini, wild mushrooms and coriander cream sauce (v) small 4.95 large 6.95 penne, roasted vegetables & tomato sauce (v) small 4.95 large 6.95 fresh basil tagliatelle with tomato, parmesan and toasted pine kernels (v) (n) small 4.95 large 6.95 metro mains (£) wild boar sausage with sweet potato and parsnip mash 10.95 braised lamb shank with minestrone broth (h) 11.95 cushion of highland venison with red cabbage and roasted butter nut squash 14.95 pancetta wrapped chicken with asparagus and walnut risotto (n) 11.95 baked salmon fillet with olive tapenade crust and spaghetti vegetables (n) (h) 10.95 seared sea bass with bok choi and sweet and sour sauce (h) 10.95 vegetable and paprika stew with herb spatzelli (v) 8.95 metro grill (£) grilled butterfly chicken 10.95 aberdeen angus sirloin steak 16.90 both served with grilled tomato, field mushroom & fat cut chips complimenting sauces - red wine sauce 1.00 peppercorn sauce 1.00 burgers (£) aberdeen angus beef & fries with your choice of yellow corn relish or hot salsa 9.95 cajun chicken, heather hill honey mustard aioli & fries 9.95 side orders (v) all £2.50 seasoned fries rock salt roasted new potato vine tomato & basil salad (h) braised red cabbage seasonal green leaves & parmesan shavings selection of fresh vegetables (h) extra bread served with pesto, olive oil & balsamic £1.50 desserts (£) chocolate and orange bread & butter pudding 4.50 lemon tart with wild berry compote 4.50 banana crème brulée with raspberry sorbet 4.50 blueberry cheese cake with crème chantilly 4.50 selection of ice creams and sorbets 3.95 selection of scottish cheeses served with wheat biscuits 5.95 please ask about our cheese of the month torres moscatel oro dessert wine, spain 100ml glass 3.95 cockburn's fine ruby port 50ml glass 2.10 (v) vegetarian option (n) contains nuts/nut oil (h) healthyliving option [moreless]

(14 - 14a Brougham street, Toll Cross in Edinburgh, United Kingdom)

On Edinburgh’s Tollcross, set in a traditional grey stone building, is Mezbaan, a popular South Indi...an restaurant drawing in both locals and visitors to the city alike. The approach, with burgundy awning and black and white tiled step, has a hint of Manhattan about it. The city slicker vibe continues inside with a well appointed dining room and extremely efficient service, however the food offers a rustic vibe, being the only place in Edinburgh to sample South Indian cuisine. Always popular is the street style food; masala dosas, idlis or the much talked about haggis pakoras, proving that it’s still possible to inject a touch of imagination in to Indian food. Opening hours: Tues - Sun 12pm - 2pm & 5pm - 11pm This is one of only a handful of South Indian restaurants in Scotland and the only one in Edinburgh. [moreless]

(61 The High Street in Edinburgh, United Kingdom)

This stunning addition to the Edinburgh restaurant scene - centrally located in the city High Street... minutes from Edinburgh castle on the Royal Mile - is renowned for its superb modern Scottish menu and chic décor. The stylish, kooky interior – featuring purple leather banquettes and candlelit bookshelves - has an authoritative eccentric-yet-traditional vibe. The bar is perfect for a pre/post dinner tipple, and popular dishes on the menu include the scallop ravioli with chilli gazpacho, and the smoked haddock with Stornoway black pudding, poached egg and crisp pancetta. We recommend finishing with the delicious cheese board served with apricot chutney and oatcakes. Opening hours: Mon - Sun 10am - 1am Monteith's is located only minutes away from Edinburgh castle on the Royal Mile. [moreless]

(159 - 161 Bruntsfield Place in Edinburgh, United Kingdom)

Montpeliers Bar and Brasserie may have been an Edinburgh instiutution for more than a decade but it ...remains a breath of fresh air on the local dining scene. A recent refurb has cemented Montpeliers’ status as Edinburgh’s most stylish destination with gorgeous Chesterfield sofas to sink in to with a drink, signature monochrome wallpaper and a chic vintage feel created by touchy feely fabrics and subtle lighting. Whether it’s a bottle of wine with friends, a relaxed lunch or a lingering dinner you’ll be spoilt by great drinks, a menu of mouthwatering bistro dishes from sharing platters and sandwiches to succulent steaks and scrumptious seafood and the perfect chilled out atmosphere. Please note - this venue does not accept bookings of less than 10 diners for lunch on Saturdays and Sundays.This restaurant only has 2 sittings for dinner at 7pm and 9:15pm. Opening hours: Mon - Sun 9am - 1am The Montpeliers concept has been such a success that the team have branched in to numerous new ventures including Opal Lounge and Lulu. [moreless]

(17 - 19 Forest Road in Edinburgh, United Kingdom)

Namaste on Edinburgh's Forest Road has reopened as Namaste Kathmandu with the same well-respected ch...ef but a new look and menu. A cosy entrance lounge bar leads to a smart, peaceful dining area decorated with fine Nepalese art. For Namaste Kathmandu specialises in North Indian and Nepalese food. Most people come here for the latter, regularly ordering the kathmandu king pawns in papaya, murgh tikka masala, and banepa ko lamb mysore. At the end of the menu is a small but noteable choice of Nepalese dishes such as momo or dumplings (popular in Nepal itself), and chicken dish bhuteko kukhura, A good choice of restaurant for a quick wholesome meal or a leisurely three-course exotic feast. Downstairs there's second smaller and quieter space. Opening hours: Mon - Fri: 12pm - 2:30pm & 6pm - 11:30pmSat & Sun: 5pm - 11:30pm They sell Nepalese beer, Gurhka, here. [moreless]

(Macdonald Holyrood Hotel, 81 Holyrood Road in Edinburgh, United Kingdom)

Opus 504 restaurant in Edinburgh’s Macdonald Holyrood Hotel already had a prime location opposite th...e Scottish Parliament building and a few minutes’ stroll from the city’s best shopping and tourist destinations. Now the restaurant has been decorated with an AA rosette and is aiming for another. This is a civilized environment, with calm, neutral colours, tartan carpets, thick drapes, paneled columns and gleaming white linens. Opus 504 refers to the number of hours the naturally-reared Scottish beef is hung before serving in four cuts. Fresh wild fish is delivered daily. Signature dish is pan-seared West Coast scallops with minted pea puree. The proudly Scottish service is impeccable. Opening hours: Mon - Fri: 12pm - 2pm & 6pm - 9:45pmSat & Sun: 12:30pm - 2:30pm & 6pm - 9:45pm You tell us. Opus 504 is located opposite the Scottish Parliament and The Scotsman newspaper offices – the perfect eavesdropping location, we’d say. [moreless]

(17 Queensferry St in Edinburgh, United Kingdom)

A French bistro set right on zooming Queensferry Street, Petit Paris brings the authentic flavours... and smells of Paris to Auld Reekie. The entrance is teensy. Make your way upstairs to the whitewashed dining room at speed. The chummy tables have checkerboard table clothes, charming vases of blossom, traditional wooden chairs, and French advertisements and prints framed on the walls. Light streams in. The hubbub of people dining well is a pleasant accompaniment to the trad French cuisine. Menus include dishes like starter of warm small goat's cheese with olive tapenade and fresh basil on croute, main course of slowly baked saddle of rabbit in Dijon mustard sauce, and dessert of very popular chocolate tarte with creme anglaise. Opening hours: Mon - Sat: 12pm - 3pm & 5.30pm - 10.30pm [moreless]

(55-57 West Nicholson Street in Edinburgh, United Kingdom)

With its friendly service and lovely, simple Scottish food – The Pink Olive is one of Edinburgh's be...st kept secrets. The dining room here – decorated with pale sage green walls, upholstered banquettes and an eclectic mix of vintage and antique wooden tables - has that cosy I-could-stay-here-all-day vibe and is always busy with a hip, food-loving crowd. The approach to cooking at The Pink Olive is unfussy and down-to-earth, and we highly recommend the coq au vin with mashed potatoes; the poached haddock served with an egg and sautéed spinach; and the fruit crumble with homemade ice cream. Perfect for relaxed Sunday brunches, informal business meetings and chilled out evening meals – you're guaranteed to fall in love with this laid-back local gem. Opening hours: Tue - Sat 12pm - 2:30pm & 5:30pm - 10pmSun 10:30am - 3:30pm [moreless]

(50-54 Henderson Street, Leith in Edinburgh, United Kingdom)

Relocated from Castle Douglas to Leith (lucky for us), The Plumed Horse is the brainchild of superst...ar Chef/Proprietor Tony Borthwick who earned the restaurant a Michelin Star in 2001. Although the move to Leith has meant giving up the star it can’t possibly be too long before the Plumed Horse is decorated again. Stylishly simple, the restaurant is all white walls, white linen and light and airy space, the ideal backdrop to an evening of gastronomic delights. The imaginative menu has lost nothing in its relocation, still boasting impressively modern cuisine with a good classical twist and presentation which almost stops you digging in with that fork. The Plumed Horse’s star has certainly not fallen. Opening hours: Mon & Sun: ClosedTue - Sat: 12:30pm - 1:30pm & 7pm - 9pm The name of the restaurant was chosen when the owner looked at a former Turf Accountant as a possible site for the restaurant. The building wasn’t picked but the name stuck. [moreless]