(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]

(8-16A Morrison Street in Edinburgh, United Kingdom)

A regular haunt for locals Rainbow Arch Gourmet Restaurants is elegant and convivial, offering authe...ntic Cantonese specialities. [moreless]

(35 Drumsheugh Gardens in Edinburgh, United Kingdom)

Consistently referred to as one of Scotland’s finest hotels, The Bonham is a decadent boutique hotel... in the heart of Edinburgh’s West End. The opulent dining room calls on the art deco period for inspiration with 30s glamour oozing from the caramel coloured drapes and burnished wood floors and lofty moulded ceilings harking back to the Victorian era. Lead by Chef Michel Bouyer the kitchen creates distinctive modern takes on classical French dishes using choice Scottish ingredients. Expect to enjoy a toothsome Roasted Loin of Venison accompanied by gnocchi and sloe gin jus and glorious desserts including Hot Chocolate Valhrona Chocolate Souffle. Opening hours: Mon - Sat: 12pm - 2.30pm & 6.30pm - 10pmSun: 12.30pm - 3pm & 6.30pm - 9.30pm The Bonham won the Scottish Hotel Lunch of the Year Award 2006. [moreless]

(54 The Shore in Edinburgh, United Kingdom)

toptable Dining Awards 2007 - Runner-up: Best Ambience category The award-winning Martin Wishart res...taurant in Edinburgh 's port of Leith is a stunning fine dining experience not to be missed. The relaxed cream and mocha colour scheme, fresh flowers and flawless service provide the perfect backdrop for the exquisite food. Wishart – who has worked with super-chefs such as Marc Meneau, Albert Roux and Marco Pierre White during his high-profile career – has a dedicated team of eight chefs working overtime to create the restaurant's Michelin-starred modern Scottish menu. We love the lobster and smoked haddock souffle with soubise spinach; the partridge and foie gras with red cabbage and apple sauce; and the roast loin and civet of hare with apple, beetroot, salsafi and black pudding sauce. Please note that this restaurant is normally fully booked for Saturday evenings 3 months in advance. Weekdays are quieter. Opening hours: Tue - Sat: 12pm - 2pm & 7pm - 10pmClosed: Mon & Sun This year alone Restaurant Martin Wishart has been awarded 1 Michelin star, 4 AA rosettes and 8/10 from the Which good food guide. [moreless]

(Prestonfield, Prestfield Road in Edinburgh, United Kingdom)

toptable Dining Awards 2007 - Winner: Best Ambience category Minimalists and speed-eaters, avert you...r eyes. Rhubarb has arrived in all its opulent, theatrical, lingering glory. Set in twenty acres of gorgeous parkland yet a short drive from the Royal Mile, Rhubarb and its hotel home, Prestonfield, are the creation of James Thomson, who bought you the Witchery and Tower restaurants. A black-kilted porter escorts you to Rhubarb's two oval Regency dining rooms decorated in mad baroque splendour, with giant chandeliers, silk wall coverings, and ancestral portraits. The menu, created by chef John McMahon, uses classic techniques and modern inspiration to transform ingredients sourced from small artisan suppliers into sublime grub. Try starter of Gewurztraminer poached foie gras au tronchon with pickled cherries, main course of breast of Loue chicken on tarragon risotto, and top it with the signature assiette of rhubarb desserts. There are more than five hundred wines to choose from, and more than one hundred malts. Linger after your meal in the Leather or Tapestry room and let your senses swoon. Opening hours: Mon - Sat 12pm - 2pm and 6:30pm - 10pmSun 1pm - 3pm and 6:30pm - 10pm Chef, John McMahon famously cooked for Madonna and Guy Ritchie’s wedding [moreless]

(55a Frederick Street in Edinburgh, United Kingdom)

Rick’s Hotel, Bar and Restaurant has as its aim to be the antidote to unwelcoming corporate chains o...f hotel restaurants, and sets about achieving it by providing a warm, unimposing welcome from the moment you step foot inside. Effortlessly cool but also comfortable, Rick’s will sort you out with everything from a light breakfast to a three course meal or half a dozen oysters as a bar snack. Rick’s impressive modern décor is the ideal surrounding for a business breakfast or lunch, especially considering internet access is available in the main restaurant. For a less formal time of it, take advantage of the two for one drinks offers every Friday between 5 and 8pm. Groups of 15 people and over are required to pay a £5 per person deposit. Opening hours: Mon - Sun 7:30am - 11pm Rick’s Hotel, Bar and Restaurant was recently voted one of the 25 hottest internationally by Conde Nast Traveller. [moreless]

(69 North Castle St in Edinburgh, United Kingdom)

With its wonderful food and intimate atmosphere Librizzi is very popular with locals. Tall white wal...ls frame a smart yet cosy space in which elegant black chairs sit at white linen-draped tables. Chef Filippo Librizzi promises 'the true taste of Sicily' in an exciting culinary diversion from the well-worn track of Italian food. The lunch menu offers classic dishes such as grilled sardines, and succulent lamb and pork meatballs served with sauteed potatoes. At night, by candlelight, the table d'hote menu lists simple, fresh fish, meat and pasta dishes such as pasta quills with Sicilian sausage in a tomato and chilli sauce. Filippo's love of fish is reflected in the fish specials which change every few days. Desserts are divine. Opening hours: Mon - Sat: 12pm - 2pm & 5.30pm - 11pm [moreless]

(73 Morrison Street in Edinburgh, United Kingdom)

This award-winning restaurant owned by celebrity chef Tony Singh is situated in the heart of Edinbur...gh's financial district. Renowned for its superb Indian-Scottish cuisine, Roti's unpretentious dining room is a minimalist affair with black lacquered furniture, candy-coloured voile curtains and bowls of fuschia blossoms creating an effortlessly exotic mise-en-scène. Roti is famous for its Tiffin-style tapas menu made from secret family recipes, and we love the Hara Huran venison and spinach dumplings; Punjabi Mhachi - salmon marinated in coriander, chilli and Arjwan seeds; and the Aloo Nazakt – crispy potatoes stuffed with candied cherries, cottage cheese, coriander, spices, tamarind and mint chutney. Roti serves over 50 wines by the glass. Opening hours: Tues - Fri 12pm - 2:30pm & 6:30pm - 10:30pmSat 6:30pm - 10:30pm Roti won the Scottish Restaurant Indian Restaurant of the Year 2008 award. [moreless]

(11 South College St in Edinburgh, United Kingdom)

Gee, should we list this excellent Indian restaurant under 'Indian' or 'Seafood'? Owner Khalil Manso...ori, of the popular Ann Purna and Shamiana, is exploring the interstices of the Indian and piscatorial worlds and come up with exciting new dishes never before seen in Edinburgh. The decor is modern, the dining room wee, though the menu is enormous, the atmosphere charming, though the restaurant takes a bit of finding off a main South Edinburgh street near the Festival Theatre and Old College. You might wish to try starter of batair, marinated tandoori quail, main course of imlidaar, marinated cod in medium spices with tamarind sauce, and dessert of rasmalai. Great care has been taken to match wines with each dish, a revelation. Opening hours: Mon - Sat: 12pm - 2pm & 5.30pm - 11pmSun: 5.30pm - 11pm [moreless]

(60 Broughton Street in Edinburgh, United Kingdom)

Sala Cafe Bar is the focus of gay cultural life on Broughton Street, slap bang in the middle of Edin...burgh's gay district, known as the Pink Triangle. And shares a building with the city's LGBT centre. Its reincarnation as a Spanish neighbourhood-y place suits it; the place looks good, and feels good. Especially when sat in the fab big window, watching the colourful world go by. Back to basics, good, wholesome Spanish cooking is the basis of Sala's menu, organised into fish, meat, paellas, platters, vegetables, salads, and sandwiches. Veggie and vegan dishes are clearly marked. New dishes are slowly being introduced, such as their yummy homemade burger. All reasonably priced, and served by lovely staff. PLease be aware that food is served until 9:30pm in the evenings. Opening hours: Mon - Sun 11am - 11pm (1am on Fri & Sat) Sala makes shooters to order (try the Baileys and Sambuca). [moreless]