Indigo Yard - Edinburgh

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Indigo Yard

Indigo Yard
4.1 / 5 (1092 reviews)

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Step into Indigo Yard and let the evening unfold: a chilled courtyard with comfy seating, a mezzanine retreat under exposed stone, and an inventive cocktail list that keeps locals coming back. Whether you’re chasing a signature fizz, a well-poured Pinot Grigio or a craft beer on tap, Indigo Yard serves drinks with flair. The menu leans Mediterranean with seafood, risottos, steaks and tempting vegetarian and vegan options, while regular promotions make dining an easy treat. Friendly staff, live music and a convivial after-work vibe make Indigo Yard a perfect spot for catch-ups, celebrations and relaxed nights out.

Last update: 27.03.2026 from: Emily

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★ 4.1 / 5 from 1092 reviews

Reviews applaud Indigo Yard's inventive cocktails, friendly staff and lively courtyard, but note occasional noisy nights, variable mains and premium prices — book ahead.

hanalane93
11.09.2024

It was great to see that there were vegan options available, but unfortunately, the burger I tried was a bit dry and flavorless. The restaurant had a pleasant atmosphere and the staff were very friendly. I would consider revisiting, but would try a different dish next time.

s-t-grass1833
06.08.2024

Loving Indigo Yard! At first I actually thought it was an extension to the back of Pizza Express...I know, I am blonde after all. I like the atmosphere. It sort of feels relaxed and cool, and makes you feel relaxed and cool at the same time. The crowd is a bit of a mixture, from young uns to students to the more mature customer to couples, it has something for everyone. As well as being a bar, it's also a restaurant, so you can have a little nibble with your Pinot Grigio. It isn't the cheapest place to drink though, a cocktail setting you back around £7-9, which means you could have a couple here then move onto somewhere a bit cheaper on a night out! I recommend the Preston's Fizz, a new concoction I had never heard of before. It was a delicious mix of chambord, vodka and fresh raspberries over ice with some fizz to top it off. Yum! A really funky bar!

kay-l-bird632
06.08.2024

The tucked away atmosphere of this wee place was wonderful. Inside, the mezzanine and old stone give it a light and open feel even though we were in at night when it was raining. We only had drinks, although people had eaten there on other occassions and spoke highly of the meals (and when boys wax lyrical about steak, you know it's worth going back for! . Drinks were pleasant and it just felt like a really chilled out environment, even when a group of suits seemed to form an impenetrable wall to the bar. (They parted like the red sea when a very attractive young woman made her way to the bar! Eventually, the music did become a bit too loud to be able to have a conversation without shouting but this could have been where we were sitting the accoustics in the very open main bar area are no doubt not as kind as the other areas of the restaurant. There was something about the courtyard, though, that just had the right atmosphere and the couches outside are a great idea. Full points for the design aspects! A little on the pricey side but in keeping with many of the places in the same area and with a variety of beers on tap that aren't the usual suspects.

emily-russo-snake463
12.08.2025

Great experience here today for lunch! Went on a Sunday and no wait, not busy at all. Super friendly server. Cocktails were great and food good as well! Would definitely go to again maybe just for drinks though. Price per person: £20–30 Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5

karen-walters-bird71
12.08.2025

Ok so the one star is for attention purposes I’m afraid. I usually love I.Y (it’s a go to usually for drinks and food! and usually no complaints however today I ordered the GF cheese burger what I got was the burger (and poorly put together simply slapped in between two dry slices of bread. This is incredibly lazy and poor quality in comparison to other places that offer GF burgers. It isn’t hard surely to have some form of actual GF burger buns!! I have them at home all the time. I should have said something but our server was so lovely I just didn’t appreciate still being charged the full price for something that was somewhat ridiculous. While it’s great that I.Y have a dedicated allergens menu PLEASE do better than this. Just because someone is GF doesn’t mean they have to receive less than. Moaning aside the service was excellent we were seated upstairs and the atmosphere was great as always. Food: 1 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5

Menu

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    Hot Smoked Salmon With Lemon & Caper Dressing
    Hot Smoked Salmon With Lemon & Caper Dressing
    £5
    Potted Pork & Toasted Sourdough With Chorizo & Red Onion Jam
    Potted Pork & Toasted Sourdough With Chorizo & Red Onion Jam
    £7
    Crayfish & Rocket Cocktail
    Crayfish & Rocket Cocktail
    £7
    Parma Ham & Asparagus Spears With Hollandaise Sauce
    Parma Ham & Asparagus Spears With Hollandaise Sauce
    £7
    Sun-Blushed Tomato Bruschetta With Truffled Wild Mushrooms
    Sun-Blushed Tomato Bruschetta With Truffled Wild Mushrooms
    £6
    Sun-Blushed Tomato Bruschetta Roasted Red Pepper, Tomato & Feta
    Sun-Blushed Tomato Bruschetta Roasted Red Pepper, Tomato & Feta
    £6

FAQ

Both — it operates as a lively bar and a restaurant, making it ideal for drinks, casual meals and events.

Yes — reviews mention live music evenings that add to the venue’s vibrant atmosphere.

Stylish and relaxed — exposed stone, a mezzanine and chic decor create a welcoming space that can feel lively at peak times.

Yes — it operates late enough for after-work drinks and evening gatherings, with a lively late-night vibe on weekends.

Not typically — many reviews describe prices as mid-to-premium, though offers and set menus can reduce costs.

More information

If you want conversation-friendly seating, ask for a mezzanine table — reviewers often note that the mezzanine’s acoustics are noticeably calmer than the open bar. Also, the courtyard’s couch area is a favourite for sunny evenings and smokers, and the bar is known locally for one-off cocktails (guests have praised a raspberry-forward fizz) — ask the bartenders for their seasonal recommendation.

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