Convivial Dining in the Grassmarket's Bistros and Brasseries

With a choice of over 500 places to eat in Edinburgh, knowing where to find the best Edinburgh bistros and brasseries can feel a bit daunting. Luckily, the best in town tend to be concentrated in the Grassmarket area. A quick look through the list below is guaranteed to leave you hungry! Have your phone handy to make a booking as these places tend to fill up quickly!

	Herbe Bistro This split level deli and bistro serves up fresh, delicious food to accommodate all tastes and budgets.
	Howies Restaurant Howies chefs change their menus monthly, using fresh, local produce as well as very special specials.
	Khushi's Largely hailed as the city’s best Punjabi-Asian restaurant, Kushi’s has attracted a loyal clientele for 60 years.
	Mamma's American Pizza Mamma's serves fresh stone baked and gluten free pizza with over 40 toppings choices in this upbeat and welcoming family friendly restaurant.
	Maxies Bistro & Wine Bar Maxies Bistro is a family run restaurant with a relaxed atmosphere, cosmpolitain menu and panoramic views from our rooftop terrace.
	Mussel & Steak Bar Supplied by farms on the West Coast of Scotland, the Mussle & Steak Bar offers excellence in Scottish shellfish, 'catch of the day' and Scottish farm assured steak.
	Petit Paris For an authentic French dining experience in Edinburgh, look no further than Petit Paris.
	Ristorante Gennaro Situated in the heart of the Grassmarket, Ristorante Gennaro is an informal family-run restaurant offering diners a true taste of Italy.
	The Lot The Lot is a friendly bistro and venue that plays host to exhibitions of local artists as well as weekly ceilidhs and jazz performances.