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Scottish, British, Steak

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Overall Total Score
4.3 out of 5
Impressive | 22356 reviews

Was Patt Hudson at Monteiths a mag?
The restaurant has a lovely setting and offers great service. We tried three different dishes and all of them were excellently prepared. I highly recommend this place. View all feedback.

What Susan dislikes about Monteiths:
Totally disappointed by this dining experience. Itison voucher entitled to ribeye steak chips and glass of fizz. Steak was tough, tasteless and full of fat. Peppercorn sauce was tasteless. Service was cheery, friendly but incredibly slow took 20 mins to serve water! Restaurant was quite compact not much space between tables and poorly lit. Reported disappointment of meal to server but just got a shrug of the shoulder... View all feedback.

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Last update : 21.05.2022

4.2 ★ from 58 reviews
ulf-mack
Ulf 21.05.2022 - 12:37

Beautiful staff, great eating, incredible cocktails I love monteiths absolutely. it is my favorite stone from the lively royal mile. the interieur is cozy and mischievous, without being sticky, the staff is so attentive, the drinks are beautiful and the eating is beautiful. I can't recommend this place enough that they have to go!

shaw-teagan
Teagan 21.05.2022 - 12:37

We always eat here when we are in edinburgh. it is a hidden gem and I always recommend it to friends. the service is great and the atmosphere in the restaurant is fantastic, there is a great energy with a good mix of people. the steak is a highlight, I ordered a rare filet and it was perfectly cooked. the obstgarten bramble cocktail is always a personal favorite, but this time I decided to try some other too. they offer a cocktail with beeen pollen and heather and that is a must try! I can't remember the name of the man who served us last time, I think he said he was a South African? but he was really fantastic and attentive and chatting, despite how busy it was.

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Claus-Peter 21.05.2022 - 12:37

This restaurant is hidden by the famous royal mile in the old town. they would love the entrance to the restaurant tree bige to make an arc along the street, it seems as if they were entering a secret garden eating: although it took a while to prepare the food for the party of 5 that was worth waiting for the drinks: this restaurant also has a good choice of wine, we have tried to go these two, both inexpensive and good with red meat. chianti classico la pievanella and torres mas rabell tinto I will definitely come back to this restaurant for my next visit!

julia45
Julia 21.05.2022 - 12:37

The haggis pulled me in, but what a great, busy little place is that. This basement restaurant is quite cramped, but that probably fits the atmosphere. the waiting employees are also very friendly and generally do a good work keeping so many tables and accusations in their heads. the mentioned haggis is a small affair, but it was full of taste and restored mine believe in this court. it can be delicious! we had to start the ink fish too, but they cooked it graciously without the cracking because of my sonny milk intolerance. it was still good quality, thick and firm, and I can only imagine how it would be ripped. we also had the duck, lam, cod...read more

donnell38
Donnell 21.05.2022 - 12:37

A great looking bar good ambience overall!! Visited this place just for drinks n haggis both put a smile on my face Prices are slightly steep but the overall experience was really good.

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Last update : 17.10.2024

3.5 ★ from 2399 reviews
nick15-1
Nick 17.10.2024 - 04:50

Great bar and lovely staff. Warm and welcoming David made us a selection of fantastic cocktails. Will definitely be back and have dinner next time....

roussel-luce
Luce 17.10.2024 - 04:50

Amazing day in Edinburgh food and staff amazing couldn’t have been more attentive xx

teo-gomes
Téo 17.10.2024 - 04:50

Just had our anniversary dinner here and couldn't recommend it enough! Food was delicious and the service was impeccable! Can't wait for our next...

gerard-martins-3
Gérard 17.10.2024 - 04:50

From the moment we entered until leaving, everything was perfect. My first time here and I already want to come back. Genuine welcome, excellent...

aurelie95-firefighte
Aurélie 17.10.2024 - 04:50

Everything tonight was a 10/10. Food, atmosphere, and most importantly, service. The staff were so attentive and so helpful when making food and wine...

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Last update : 05.02.2024

4.6 ★ from 1802 reviews
paulobtewkesbury
PauloB 05.02.2024 - 14:30

The haggis starter was superb and my venison was so tender. My partner’s salted cod was excellent. Next time the cauliflower though. Beware of a crazy lady setting fire to drinks menus! Sorry!

andreamain
andreamain 05.02.2024 - 14:30

0 Please avoid this place we had a voucher to use and the girl could not find voucher reference. She left my sister waiting for ages until we had to phone my nephew who had gifted us for Xmas treat. We were made feel as if we had free meal and people were looking at us. Humiliating . Terrible service and meal mediocre not worth the money . Prices expensive for what you get please don’t go here . It will only waste your day !

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Ken 05.02.2024 - 14:30

Bartender and hostess were nasty. I walked in at 5:25 and asked if I had a drink at the bar, could I get a dinner table for 1 at around 5:45? Hostess said no problem. At 5:45 I asked the bartender, who heard my conversation with the hostess, if my table was ready? She said it would be 6:30. I told her no my table is supposed to be ready. She said I failed to make a reservation. Then I found the hostess and asked her if my table was available. She said it would be around 6. At 6:10 There was never the thought of I’m sorry. I again inquired about my table to the hostess and she said it would be 6:30. I was the only person at the bar and not many people in the restaurant. I asked if I could order and eat my dinner at the bar. I was told I could only order from the limited bar menu. At 6:20 I was seated at a table that was never occupied. All of this time my waitress, the bartenders, and the hostess were 60% socializing together at the bar. These folks would not know what to do if really busy. The food was good but not outstanding and the portions very small especially for the prices. I gave my waitress a nice cash tip and asked her not to share with the hostess or the bartender.

macsoft
macsoft 05.02.2024 - 14:30

Amazing place. Great service from Monica .I will be back. The venison was the best I’ve ever had. The bartender Rae was great. Well done! Don’t waste your time looking for a place. Come here.

emmalwnz
EmmalwNZ 05.02.2024 - 14:30

Amazing food. A little over our budget as we had to get side dishes to bump up the size of the meal. We went here as a treat as we were completely over all the other restaurants with their reheated food and mush. Completely blew us away! Such a cool little restaurant/bar. Staff were really accommodating and we loved it!

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Last update : 01.07.2024

4.7 ★ from 1969 reviews
mpakhomov
Марта 01.07.2024 - 04:29

The restaurant was cold to start with but asked to have the temp turned up which was fine. Our first server wasn't a great host but our attendee next was fantastic. The quality of the food was outstanding and very well presented. James

jodyb
JodyB 01.07.2024 - 04:29

The restaurant appeared to be understaffed, but overall it was a very pleasant experience.

patt
Patt 01.07.2024 - 04:29

The restaurant has a lovely setting and offers great service. We tried three different dishes and all of them were excellently prepared. I highly recommend this place.

cathyd
cathyd 01.07.2024 - 04:29

The food and service were both excellent at this restaurant. The bar was also fantastic. We tried haggis for the first time and also had steak and salmon, all of which were delicious. The restaurant has a cozy atmosphere that is perfect for a dining experience in Edinburgh. We thoroughly enjoyed our meal.

cpeter
Ottó 01.07.2024 - 04:29

I had a wonderful time as a first time patron and was warmly welcomed by our server. She was an attentive and made us feel like family. The food was great and really enjoyed the experience. Would recommend this to others in Edinburgh.

Gastroranking-it

Last update : 27.04.2024

4.0 ★ from 10 reviews
ameneh-a
Ameneh 27.04.2024 - 23:27

Very good food, also dessert and drinks very good. Service, advice, service very pleasant and competent. Very recommended.

longun13
Longun13 27.04.2024 - 23:27

Great little find along the Royal mile. I booked through Rae who was very friendly over the phone and just as nice when welcoming me. The cocktails were superb and the food was excellent. I had the scallops to start and the haggis neeps and tatties for main which was so tasty. All the staff were excellent and clearly well trained. Barman did great cocktails too. Would def come back again.

ulf-d-3
Ulf 27.04.2024 - 23:27

We ohd a subbar marulk with potatis och sötpotatis. Champinjoner och broccoli vid sidan about. Mycket välcomrad och perfectly loaded. Väl värt ett besök.

michellek
MichelleK 27.04.2024 - 23:27

Excellent food, service, ambiance, and drinks! We thoroughly enjoyed everything from pre-dinner drinks to post-dinner coffee. Our service was attentive and warm, and each dish we had was amazing.

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A5316RNsueg 27.04.2024 - 23:27

Amazing restaurant wish we had gone here on the Friday night for our anniversary instead of The Ivy. Wine was perfect. We never had starters as we get full quick. But they looked amazing. The mains where amazing coukd not fault (maybe did not need onion rings side dish as filling). All the dishes coming out looked amazing. We shared a dessert of Bruder which was lovely (maybe need setting a bit more). The staff where friendly, helpful amd amazing. Cosy little restaurant and bar looked amazing. My only negative which was nothing really was the toilet doors (but that me being picky)

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Last update : 12.08.2025

5.0 ★ from 1096 reviews
o-carr-1
O 12.08.2025 - 20:47

Service was slow. We ordered cocktails and waited quite a long time for them. They came out just before the appetizer, but food was good. It wasn't the best meal we ever had but definitely worth the visit. Price per person: £60–70 Food: 4 Service: 4 Atmosphere: 5

florian-keirse-engin
Florian 12.08.2025 - 20:47

Amazing experience. The haggis starter was absolutely delicious. Staff was attentive and the restaurant had a comfortable and cozy vibe. Would come back for sure! Price per person: £60–70 Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5 Vegetarian offerings: Vegetarian menu or section, Clearly labelled vegetarian dishes Vegetarian options: Delicious veggie fondue as main course

daria-y-firefighter1
Daria 12.08.2025 - 20:47

We had sea bass, sole, a salmon appetizer, and a tomato side dish, with pudding for dessert. Absolutely wonderful! Price per person: £70–80 Food: 5 Service: 4 Atmosphere: 5

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