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Daily Record
01-08-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Record
Edinburgh Fringe food guide including top restaurants and cafes this August
Here are some of the top eateries in the Scottish capital during the Festivals. The Edinburgh Fringe has kicked off for another year, and the Scottish capital is buzzing with activity. The yearly arts festival, which is the biggest in the world, regularly attracts millions of people. Whether you live in Edinburgh, or are visiting specifically for the Fringe, the city is truly a sight to behold in August. It is also a perfect opportunity to take in Edinburgh's one-of-a-kind culinary scene. The Daily Record has rounded up some of the top restaurants and eateries around Edinburgh to head to this summer. From unfussy cafés where you can grab a quick bite in between shows to fancier venues for a three-course meal, you certainly aren't short of options. Mootz General Store, Raeburn Place The Edinburgh Fringe can be a hectic experience, and sometimes you don't have time for a proper three-course meal. In that case, there is nothing better than a delicious sandwich. Mootz General Store doesn't just serve up any old sandwiches though, with its enormous servings and its divine fillings. To top it off, the Tuscan schiacciata bread used is perfectly airy and crispy. More information can be found on the Mootz General Store Instagram page. The Palmerston, Palmerston Place Walking into The Palmerston feels like stepping back in time, in the best way possible. The old-fashioned restaurant and bakery truly embodies the word 'classic', and before even tasting the food you get the sense that you are somewhere special. Speaking of food, The Palmerston offers a daily-changing menu—rewarding repeat visits—with a special focus on European cuisine. The restaurant is also surprisingly affordable given its opulent interiors, with a set lunch menu available for as little as £21. More information can be found on The Palmerston website. Cafe Grande, Bruntsfield Place This unassuming bistro and café is a Bruntsfield institution, have served up tasty food to locals since 1984. Beloved for its friendly atmosphere and simple-but-delicious menu, it is a great spot for breakfast or lunch. Among the dishes on offer at Cafe Grande are fish and chips, steak frites, and a variety of burgers. Meanwhile, be sure to save room for its mouthwatering desserts—with the indulgent chocolate fudge cake being a must-try. Nile Valley Café, Chapel Street Another spot that is ideal for a quick bite to eat between shows, especially given its position right in the heart of the action, is the Nile Valley Café. A favourite amongst Edinburgh's student population, the African eatery offers exceptional food at inexpensive prices. It is not uncommon to see the queue snaking outside the door, which is the classic sign of a top-quality restaurant. If you try just one thing at the Nile Valley Café, make sure it is its falafel wrap. Civerinos, various In terms of quick and easy food that is also truly delicious, it is hard to beatCiverinos pizza. The local chain has many venues dotted around the city, from Stockbridge to Portobello, so you are unlikely to ever be too far from one. Unfussy and cool, Civerinos is a great spot for an evening bite to eat after a show. Customers can enjoy a wide range of pizzas with classic toppings, as well as a number of pasta dishes and amazing sides such as truffle fries and giant mozzarella sticks. Noto, Thistle Street For something a bit more chic, Noto is a perfect choice. The independent restaurant, which is tucked away near Edinburgh's Princes Street, focuses on sharing plates, wines, and cocktails. The menu at Noto was inspired by its chef-owner's time living and working in New York. Among the tantalising dishes available are North Sea crab with warm butter and sourdough, beef tartare with black garlic and crumpet, and sea bream with sweetcorn succotash and jalapeño. More information can be found on the Noto website. Dulse, Queensferry Street Another fancy restaurant in the centre of Edinburgh is Dulse, which specialises in traditional Scottish seafood dishes with a modern touch. Downstairs, you will find a cosy wine and cocktail bar, while its restaurant is situated on the first floor. Dulse offers both a la carte and tasting menus, with the latter coming especially recommended. The menu, which includes dishes such as Shetland mussels with roast garlic and truffle crusted Shetland cod with roast cauliflower, also has carefully selected wine pairings. Mirin, Albert Place Mirin is a trendy Asian fusion restaurant located in Edinburgh's buzzy Leith district. The laid-back eatery proudly serves up a "mixture of deranged junk food and delicate cooking". At Mirin, you can enjoy meat, fish, or vegetable dumplings alongside small plates such as monkfish, veal, and Yakitori. Also on offer are noodles, kimchi crust burgers, and a selection of desserts to satiate your sweet tooth.
Daily Record
26-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Record
'I tried Edinburgh's trendiest sandwich shop and couldn't believe the portions'
Edinburgh is known for many things, one of which is its thriving culinary scene. Across the city, there are countless restaurants, cafés, and bistros that are popular amongst visitors and critics alike. One of the city's hottest food spots is Mootz General Store in the buzzy Stockbridge district. The eatery, which opened last year, serves up homemade schiacciata bread with a wide range of deli meats and other fillings. Since opening, Mootz General Store has earned rave reviews from professional critics. It has also earned legions of fans, with people across Edinburgh and beyond flocking to try out one of its sandwiches. Over the weekend, Scotland Now's Alexander Smail took a trip to Mootz General Store. Here are his thoughts. 'Absolutely incredible sandwiches' On Saturday, I was out and about in Stockbridge with my partner. After browsing the trendy neighbourhood's various clothes shops and bookstores for an hour or so, we decided that it was time for lunch. There were a few different eateries that we were considering. We couldn't decide between the popular Civerinos pizzeria or the cosy-looking Cafe Romina coffee shop. However, just then, Mootz General Store caught my eye. I had heard it was one of the city's most popular sandwich shops, so I figured there was no time like the present to try it out. The weather was pleasant enough, if a bit cold, so we grabbed a table outside the shop. Looking inside, all of the tables inside were totally rammed with people, so we were lucky to get a seat at all. On the table, there were two menus detailing all of the sandwiches available. There was also a tub full of more hand wipes than I'd ever seen, so I figured things were about to get messy. There was a wide selection of sandwiches to choose from on the menu and I spent a good five minutes just deciding what I wanted. Most of Mootz's offerings are unsurprisingly meat-heavy, though there are also a couple of vegetarian and vegan options to choose from. One thing I did notice was that the food seemed rather expensive, with most full size sandwiches priced at £12.50 and 'slightly smaller' sizes costing a few pounds less. However, as I would soon learn, these prices were very reasonable for what I ended up getting. The eatery's classic sandwich, named the 'mootz', includes mortadella meat, stracciatella soft cheese, pistachio pesto, and crushed pistachios. Another sandwich that caught my eye was the 'prosciutto', featuring prosciutto cotto meat, mozzarella, olives, tomato, Other sandwiches featured on the menu included the 'huckleberry' and the 'courgette'. The former is made with mortadella, glazed ham, porchetta, provolone cheese, pickles, American mustard, and peppers, while the latter is a vegetarian option including chargrilled courgette, lemon and chili dressing, roast hazelnuts, and more. Eventually, I decided to go with the mootz as I figured it had to be a classic for a reason. My partner, meanwhile, opted for a turkey club sandwich. As we waited for our sandwiches to be prepared, I sipped my coke and soaked in Stockbridge's bustling atmosphere. In the short time that it took for our food to be ready, I heard at least three different people walk by praising Mootz—which only heightened my expectations. Scotland's 'best wee village' with inn that serves up 'sumptuous' Easter Sunday roast View gallery When my mootz was finally set down in front of me, there was one thing that immediately jumped out. I couldn't believe the size of the sandwich—easily the biggest I'd ever been served. After gazing down in awe at the gigantic slab of a sandwich in front of me for a few seconds, I tucked in. It was stuffed to the absolute brim with fillings, and I could soon see why so many hand wipes were available on the table. Taking one bite, I could immediately tell why Mootz is so popular. The bread was absolutely incredible and perfectly doughy—definitely among the tastiest I've ever had. The fillings meanwhile complemented each other perfectly, with the mortadella and stracciatella offering a perfect balance of flavours. Meanwhile, the optional hot honey that I chose added just enough sweetness without going overboard. I will say, as tasty as the sandwich was, I did struggle to finish. Once I did, I was ready to go home and sleep it off. Would I visit Mootz General Store again? Absolutely, though I would maybe opt for the 'slightly smaller' size of sandwich next time.
