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gregory957
Globetrotter
Sep 25, 2008
The Filling Station 5 stars
Restaurant Review: The Filling Station

I've been to many American diners, and I have to say that I was pretty surprised to come across The Filling Station, which pulled off the look quite well, if you ask me. Old signs and nostalgic... [more]
gregory957
Globetrotter
Sep 25, 2008
Maison Bleue 5 stars
Restaurant Review: Maison Bleue

Maison Bleue turned out to be one of the best restaurants we dined at while in Edinburgh, not to mention that it was also the most romantic one of all. The restaurants gets its name from its... [more]
gregory957
Globetrotter
Sep 25, 2008
Wok Wok 5 stars
Restaurant Review: Wok Wok

Wok Wok is a nice, modernly-decorated restaurant which serves some of the best Asian cuisine in all of Edinburgh. A mixture of Chinese, Indonesian and Thai food is served here, from what I... [more]
gregory957
Globetrotter
Sep 25, 2008
K2 Indian Restaurant 5 stars
Restaurant Review: K2 Indian Restaurant

For dining here on a Monday evening, I have to say that the place was busier than I had expected. The restaurant was quite packed, but I took it as a good sign and decided to wait for those few... [more]
gregory957
Globetrotter
Sep 25, 2008
Deacon Brodie's Tavern 3 stars
Bar Review: Deacon Brodie's Tavern

Deacon Brodie's Tavern is a pretty interesting pub, first off, with an even more interesting history, according to the large wooden sign that was so proudly displayed here, despite the tavern... [more]
gregory957
Globetrotter
Sep 25, 2008
The Witchery 5 stars
Restaurant Review: The Witchery

The Witchery is a beautiful Gothic-inspired restaurant, the most incredible-looking one in all of Edinburgh, if you ask me. We had a candlelit dinner in a darkly elegant dining room with plush... [more]
gregory957
Globetrotter
Sep 25, 2008
The World's End 5 stars
Bar Review: The World's End

The World's End is a well-established pub in the heart of Edinburgh, boasting with Scottish pride, both on the inside and out, particularly the inside, which looks quite lovely and suitable for a... [more]
gregory957
Globetrotter
Sep 25, 2008
Mussel Inn 5 stars
Restaurant Review: Mussel Inn

Since Edinburgh is conveniently located near the sea, I figured that we would get some of the freshest seafood possible at Mussel Inn, and how right I was! Mussel Inn is a fairly nice restaurant... [more]
gregory957
Globetrotter
Sep 25, 2008
Haldanes 5 stars
Restaurant Review: Haldanes

We were recommended to visit Haldanes while in Edinburgh, and I have to admit that this restaurant blew me away. The restaurant's interior is quite elegant with walls of stone, tables covered with... [more]
gregory957
Globetrotter
Sep 25, 2008
La Rusticana 5 stars
Restaurant Review: La Rusticana

La Rusticana, as I'm sure you've already guessed it, is an Italian eatery located in the heart of Edinburgh, and a very popular one at that! I was pleasantly surprised by how many items were on... [more]
gregory957
Globetrotter
Sep 25, 2008
Smoke Stack 5 stars
Restaurant Review: Smoke Stack

We went to Smoke Stack for lunch while in Edinburgh and we each thoroughly enjoyed the experience. Our waiter was a friendly young guy who spoke with a hint of sarcastic humor in his voice and... [more]
gregory957
Globetrotter
Sep 25, 2008
Bellini Restaurant 5 stars
Restaurant Review: Bellini Restaurant

Bellini Restaurant was a very nice Italian eatery that we stumbled upon during our three-week stay in Edinburgh. The interior was decorated with many different hues of blue and gold with the... [more]
gregory957
Globetrotter
Sep 25, 2008
Jackson's 5 stars
Restaurant Review: Jackson's

I've yet to experience service that was as perfect as what we had at Jacksons while in Edinburgh. Our server was top-notch and seemed to thoroughly enjoy his job while making sure that everything... [more]
gregory957
Globetrotter
Sep 25, 2008
Baked Potato Shop 5 stars
Restaurant Review: Baked Potato Shop

My first reaction whenever I was informed of where we were going was "Are you serious?“ -- I never imagined before of a restaurant which served solely baked potatoes, particularly those stuffed... [more]
gregory957
Globetrotter
Sep 25, 2008
Stac Polly 5 stars
Restaurant Review: Stac Polly

Stac Polly serves traditional Scottish cuisine, and it certainly was one of the best restaurants we visited during our three-week stay here! I had my first try of Haggis for £8, and I thought it... [more]
gregory957
Globetrotter
Sep 25, 2008
Marrakech 5 stars
Restaurant Review: Marrakech

Marrakech was one of the few restaurants we came upon while in Edinburgh which actually served food with a slight kick to it, and I suppose that the cuisine could be defined as North African, or... [more]
gregory957
Globetrotter
Sep 25, 2008
Creelers 5 stars
Restaurant Review: Creelers

Creelers is a fairly nice seafood restaurant situated right in the middle of the town of Edinburgh, one of the best seafood restaurants that we happened to dine at during our three-week stay in the... [more]
gregory957
Globetrotter
Sep 25, 2008
Sweet Melinda's 5 stars
Restaurant Review: Sweet Melinda's

We dined at Sweet Melinda's for lunch one early afternoon, just before a crowd of folks came in to fill up every remaining seat available, and this was only a bit past noon! The place is quite... [more]
gregory957
Globetrotter
Sep 25, 2008