Best Haggis Starter in Edinburgh

5 restaurant menus in United Kingdom, (the ranking and the list of restaurants are based on the number of recommendations received from users in the last month, currently updated)
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Wildfire Restaurant
Wildfire Restaurant
88/100 (5307 ratings)
Restaurants
Vegan Options
Steakhouse
Vegetarian Friendly
Grill
Steakhouse
Seafood
Seafood
Healthy
Scottish
Scottish
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Lunch
Dinner
Garlic Prawns
Terrine
Fried
Prawns
Skinny Fries and Pepper Sauce
Garlic Bread with Cheese
Ribeye Steak
West Coast Mussels & King Prawns
Casserole
Surf And Turf
Locally Made Haggis Wholegrain Mustard Honey & Drambuie Cream Sauce
Shrimp
Rump Steak
Wildfire Fisherman's Pie
Beef
Sticky Toffee Pudding
Fish Pie
Corned Beef
Rib Eye Steak and Chicken Breast
Haggis
Cheesecakes
Seafood Trio Tapas
Cullen Skink
Fillet Steak with Green Beans
Salad
Sirloin Steak
Beer Red mc Gregor
Beef Bourguignon
Fillet Steak with Surf and Turf
Crab
Fish Cooked
Duck
Cakes
Puddings
Mussels
Root Beer
Lamb
Cake
Salmon
Smoked Salmon
Fish
Soup
Cake and Coffee
Affogato
Pâté
Haggis Starter
Wine
Venison
Cheesecake
Surf and Turf
Sit down
Steakhouse
Scottish
Healthy
Seafood
Serves Alcohol
Gift Cards Available
Accepts Credit Cards
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Lunch
Dinner
Mid-range
"Excellent food. Can fault a thing and decent price for the good quality, overall very happy... and..."
Liixam
"Really enjoyed both the food and cosy atmosphere, steak was perfectly done and service was very polite and friendly. Will definitely go..."
Iceman
"What a find! It has to be one of the best restaurants we have been to. It was small and cosy venue. The service could not be faulted and the food was..."
Alasdair Andrew
"The restaurant has a lovely atmosphere and the staff were very friendly. The steaks were good, but I had hoped for more, as my steak wasn't seasoned..."
Jason Jenkins
"Fabulous meal. Really excellent. Mussels followed by one of the best steaks I’ve eaten in many years (and I’ve eaten a fair few!). Service was..."
Andy Manson
"One of the most enjoyable dining experiences of the year for us. The serving staff “Klaudia & Iona” were so professional and friendly, the..."
Paul Allam
"Lovely cosy restaurant with a very reasonably priced lunch menu. Food was delicious, staff..."
Aileen Murray
"Booked a table for two and was delightfully surprised by the cozy atmosphere and friendly staff. The food was great, we had the lunch special with..."
Vernaculisa mentalisador
"The place is a bit small, so it is recommended to make a reservation upfront. We tasted the haggis and the chicken liver as starters. Both were..."
John Doe
"The hostess/waitress was absolutely lovely, she made us feels so welcome. It is a small intimate restaurant with great ambiance. Let's get to the..."
Bea Toni
"I last visited Wildfire back in 2018 and it’s still excellent. The place looks to have been redecorated and the overall ambience is lovely..."
Andrew Roland
"Giving this little restaurant a 5-star review. My husband and I were indecisive about where to go for dinner on our last day in Edinburgh but we..."
Ali
"Called ahead to book a table for a larger group. This is probably a must as the restaurant has limited seating so if you're coming at a busy time..."
andrius savcenko
"This may have been our best meal in Edinburgh. The staff was so kind and helpful. We came in during a dinner rush without a reservation and they made..."
Dusty Painter
"Excellent fillet steaks. What more can you ask for? Very good, attentive and friendly service. We really enjoyed the..."
Igor Kovalev
"Very nice small and cosy restaurant. We had an excellent diner with friendly..."
Christina
"Food was amazing (we got ribeye steak). I also loved the haggis as the starter. Lovely..."
Degarmot
"A cozy and lovely restaurant. The small space makes you warm, especially on a winter night. I had a Scottish smoked salmon with prawns and was..."
Abdulrahman Almalki2
"The restaurant is quite small and easy going. This is one cosy place you just feel very comfortable in. The atmosphere in there is great and you can..."
M. Pablo
Makars Gourmet Mash Bar
Makars Gourmet Mash Bar
85/100 (10667 ratings)
Restaurants
Healthy
Vegan Options
British
Bar
Scottish
Bar
Vegetarian Friendly
Healthy
British
Scottish
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Lunch
Drinks
Dinner
Haggis Starter
Lamb Shank
Cordero
Burger
Sausage
Free Range Gourmet Scotch Egg
Scotch Egg
Crumble of the Day with Ice Cream and Custard
Hash
Chef's Daily Soup
Sticky Toffee Pudding
Haggis
Lamb
Bon Accord Rhubarb Juice
Beef
Potato Skins
Wild boar
Great Lamb Shank
Mashed Potatoes
Cider
Holyrood Beer
Tomato soup
Smoked Sausage Cheese & Egg Rosti Stack
Neeps and Tatties
Mini Haggis Neeps & Tatties
Salad
Squash
Chicken Breast and Cheddar Smashed
Duck
Veggie Haggis
Brownie
Salmon
Sticky Toffee Pudding with Butterscotch Sauce and Ice Cream
Puddings
Peppercorn Sauce
Soup
Fruit Crumble
Tapas
Veggie Sausages
Ribs
Wild Boar Sausages
Café
Healthy
Bar
British
Scottish
Family style
Seating
Non-smoking restaurants
Table Service
Accepts Mastercard
Accepts Visa
Serves Alcohol
Wine and Beer
Gift Cards Available
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Reservations
Mastercard
Accepts Credit Cards
Visa
Lunch
Drinks
Dinner
Mid-range
"Easy to book online On arrival and during the visit, the staff was great and couldn't do more for you asked. The venue is small, so it got a..."
Richard Farrell
"Wow. A truly impressive eating experience. Service is superb, quick, attentive, unobtrusive but friendly. The food is even better. All of the dishes..."
Stuart Williams
"Can’t believe this place is fully booked and has a line outside at 3 pm. Overall the food is nice but it isn’t as impressive as expected from the..."
X
"Came here with my partner as we are in Scotland for her birthday. She suggested we go somewhere to get some real haggis. Found this place by doing a..."
Matt Bedford
"Top place! I was impressed by the reviews and we went there around 17:30 without reservation, but they were so nice and we were seated almost..."
Nina Marinova
"Eight of us catered to with ease. Great combo of meat and mash that catered for all tastes. Veggie options too. Little bit of luxury sprinkled on..."
Donna Green
"Got to the restaurant and needed to wait 45 minutes. It was worth it. The over 4000 reviews at 4.8 stars lives up to its name 100%. The food was..."
Jóvin Jóvinsson
"I am skeptical of places in a touristy area that have such great reviews… but my friend booked reservations here and I am glad she did. It is basic..."
Kenzie Winther
"I had the haggis with black pudding mash. She had the lamb with cheesy mash. Honestly really nice food, but feels a bit pricey for what it is. Also..."
Anson
"We were trying Haggis for the first time and it was exceptional (both the beef one and the vegetarian one). Definitely try the cheese mash. It was..."
itay cohen
"I was there on a busy Sunday evening. The person organizing the queue was very helpful. I was able to be seated after a 45-minute wait using the cell..."
Robert Soulchin
"We ended up sitting outside because there was no indoor seating available. It was nice, although a bit breezy. The service was really good, and I was..."
Oanh
"I’d recommend booking. Portions are quite small for the price but the quality of food was incredible so I forgave them quite quickly! Ordered a..."
Charlotte Healy
"This is a must stop when in Edinburgh! A great place for trying haggis or the vegetarian option! All our food was amazing and loved the many options..."
Bec
"I brought my family from overseas here and they are so impressed with the food and service. I booked online and requested the best seats and they..."
Bernadetta Winandya
"It was my first time to try Scottish food, and I like the haggis dish. The overall taste is mild and the sauce is delicious. The sweet potato daily..."
JF
"It's definitely a classic given the cold weather. Food is nicely complimented by good options of wine and beers. You have to make reservations to..."
Anil Mishra
"Filling and delicious! Both the lamb shank and the beef shoulder were tender and flavourful. The mustard mash was a surprising hit — even better..."
Janet
"We dove right in with the full portion of haggis and discovered that we really like it. Best Scotch egg I've ever had: somehow they make it so it's..."
John Murphy
Monteiths
Monteiths
85/100 (7887 ratings)
Restaurants
Gluten Free Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Bar
Pub
Vegan Options
European
British
British
Scottish
European
Scottish
Gluten Free Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Lunch
After-hours
Drinks
Dinner
Negroni
Seared Scallops
Mussels
Salmon
Burger
Lamb
Whipped Goats Cheese
Pork Belly
Fish
Pressed Pork Belly
Venison
Pork
Haggis Starter
Chowder
Shrimp
Fried
Parfait
Foie Gras
Sirloin Steak
Fish & Chips
Beef
Monkfish
Cocktails
Venison
Oyster
Cod
Ribeye Steak
Duck breast
Chocolate Mousse
Halibut
Haggis
Ribs
Lobster
Rib Eye Chips
Fish & chips
Rum & Raisin Pudding
Salad
Roast Monkfish
Crab
Puddings
Corned Beef
Scallops
Cake
Espresso Martini
Duck
Whisky
Fudge
Chocolate Tart
Oyster
Lamb Rump
Cakes
Seabass
Risotto
Sit down
Bar
Pub
British
Scottish
European
Free Wifi
Mastercard
Accepts Credit Cards
Visa
Outdoor Seating
Accepts Mastercard
Accepts Visa
Accepts American Express
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Serves Alcohol
American Express
Full Bar
Drinks
After-hours
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"Lovely staff, amazing food, incredible cocktailsI absolutely adore Monteiths. It's my favourite hidden gem off the busy Royal Mile. The..."
Anvi Deol
"We always eat here when we are in Edinburgh. It's a hidden gem and I always recommend it to friends. The service is great and the atmosphere in the..."
Shray Chawla
"This restaurant is hidden away from the famous royal mile in the old town. You would love the entrance to the restaurant -- tree branches to make a..."
Ginni Arora
"The haggis drew me in, but what a great bustling little place this is. This basement restaurant is quite cramped, but this probably adds to the..."
Graham Aley
"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..."
Ankit Gupta
"My partner and I tried out the festive menu for £35 each which I thought to be considerably decent. I went for the smoked salmon with pickled..."
Cooking With Mama Gali
"The hunt for imaginative food in the most touristy parts of any city can be a bit of a challenge, but if recent(-ish) reviews are anything to go by,..."
Leilappetit
"That being said, these flaws in no way impact on the dining experience. I cannot say enough how wonderful this little place is. It's a real gem. I..."
Alexandra Gushurst-Moore
"If you are in Scotland you have to go on a whisky trial. Due to the fact that the closest operating distillery is an hour away from Edinburgh and I..."
Odo
"This place has amazing seafood so I have been here a number of times. The lobster and the fish are equally good so I recommend both. The bread is..."
Jo N
"We visited Monteith's with an itison voucher and weren't expecting much from our sirloin steak and duck fat chips. The entrance to the restaurant is..."
Michelle C
"We visited Monteiths a few weeks ago and it was a great evening. An evening of good food, cocktails in cosy surroundings greeted us. They have..."
The Edinburgers
"What a little find this was. The staff were great and the food was fantastic. The beer was amazing after a long day, served in an ice cold glass...."
Shane Dewdney
"Fabulous post wedding meal for 4 (tiny wedding!) which did not disappoint, always happy to see a short menu, usually indicates the chef is confident..."
Mike Letchford
"Food was delicious! Fresh and very sophisticated flavors and plating. We enjoyed it very much and would definitely go back. It’s hidden away in a..."
A Fernandez
"The atmosphere is very nice and cozy. Staff very friendly and attentive. The food is (expensive and).... Salty....the cook should leave the salt..."
Paul d B
"I got the potato dumplings (gnocci). The mushrooms and dumplings were fantastic. The chips and sourdough were also the best I've had in my week..."
Jenny K
"Came in to get a couple of drinks before going to a show. The staff were very friendly and the drinks were excellent. Highly recommend the honey old..."
Ryan Aherin
"We stumbled on this restaurant last week while looking for a nice place to eat in Edinburgh and it did not disappoint! We ordered some bread and herb..."
Margaret Fox
"Absolutely brilliant all round. The service is impeccable and the food sublime. We had different starters, entree and dessert which gave us an..."
William Paul Merrifield
"Very good food & drinks with a nice atmosphere and friendly service. Definitely worth a visit when in..."
M. K.
"Third and last night in Edinburgh. Luck out again... another delicious Scottish dishes. And the service was very good..."
Michelle Mitchell
Makars Gourmet Mash Bar
Makars Gourmet Mash Bar
82/100 (9626 ratings)
Restaurants
British
Scottish
Bar
Healthy
British
Vegetarian Friendly
Scottish
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Lunch
Drinks
Dinner
Crumble of the Day with Ice Cream and Custard
Hash
Chef's Daily Soup
Burger
Sticky Toffee Pudding
Lamb
Bon Accord Rhubarb Juice
Haggis
Wild boar
Great Lamb Shank
Potato Skins
Cider
Holyrood Beer
Beef
Mashed Potatoes
Neeps and Tatties
Tomato soup
Smoked Sausage Cheese & Egg Rosti Stack
Mini Haggis Neeps & Tatties
Squash
Chicken Breast and Cheddar Smashed
Veggie Haggis
Brownie
Salad
Sticky Toffee Pudding with Butterscotch Sauce and Ice Cream
Puddings
Duck
Peppercorn Sauce
Soup
Salmon
Fruit Crumble
Veggie Sausages
Wild Boar Sausages
Lamb Shank
Tapas
Haggis Starter
Sausage
Cordero
Scotch Egg
Free Range Gourmet Scotch Egg
Sit down
Bar
British
Scottish
Healthy
Accepts Mastercard
Accepts Visa
Serves Alcohol
Wine and Beer
Gift Cards Available
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Accepts Credit Cards
Family style
Reservations
Mastercard
Visa
Seating
Non-smoking restaurants
Table Service
Drinks
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"Easy to book online On arrival and during the visit, the staff was great and couldn't do more for you asked. The venue is small, so it got a..."
Richard Farrell
"Wow. A truly impressive eating experience. Service is superb, quick, attentive, unobtrusive but friendly. The food is even better. All of the dishes..."
Stuart Williams
"Can’t believe this place is fully booked and has a line outside at 3 pm. Overall the food is nice but it isn’t as impressive as expected from the..."
X
"Came here with my partner as we are in Scotland for her birthday. She suggested we go somewhere to get some real haggis. Found this place by doing a..."
Matt Bedford
"Top place! I was impressed by the reviews and we went there around 17:30 without reservation, but they were so nice and we were seated almost..."
Nina Marinova
"Eight of us catered to with ease. Great combo of meat and mash that catered for all tastes. Veggie options too. Little bit of luxury sprinkled on..."
Donna Green
"Got to the restaurant and needed to wait 45 minutes. It was worth it. The over 4000 reviews at 4.8 stars lives up to its name 100%. The food was..."
Jóvin Jóvinsson
"I am skeptical of places in a touristy area that have such great reviews… but my friend booked reservations here and I am glad she did. It is basic..."
Kenzie Winther
"I had the haggis with black pudding mash. She had the lamb with cheesy mash. Honestly really nice food, but feels a bit pricey for what it is. Also..."
Anson
"We were trying Haggis for the first time and it was exceptional (both the beef one and the vegetarian one). Definitely try the cheese mash. It was..."
itay cohen
"I was there on a busy Sunday evening. The person organizing the queue was very helpful. I was able to be seated after a 45-minute wait using the cell..."
Robert Soulchin
"We ended up sitting outside because there was no indoor seating available. It was nice, although a bit breezy. The service was really good, and I was..."
Oanh
"I’d recommend booking. Portions are quite small for the price but the quality of food was incredible so I forgave them quite quickly! Ordered a..."
Charlotte Healy
"This is a must stop when in Edinburgh! A great place for trying haggis or the vegetarian option! All our food was amazing and loved the many options..."
Bec
"I brought my family from overseas here and they are so impressed with the food and service. I booked online and requested the best seats and they..."
Bernadetta Winandya
"It was my first time to try Scottish food, and I like the haggis dish. The overall taste is mild and the sauce is delicious. The sweet potato daily..."
JF
"It's definitely a classic given the cold weather. Food is nicely complimented by good options of wine and beers. You have to make reservations to..."
Anil Mishra
"Filling and delicious! Both the lamb shank and the beef shoulder were tender and flavourful. The mustard mash was a surprising hit — even better..."
Janet
"We dove right in with the full portion of haggis and discovered that we really like it. Best Scotch egg I've ever had: somehow they make it so it's..."
John Murphy
Skybar Edinburgh
Skybar Edinburgh
72/100 (275 ratings)
Bars & Pubs
Bars & Pubs
Restaurants
Wine Bar
Wine Bar
Dinner
Foie Gras
Afternoon tea
Candy
Haggis Starter
Wine Bar
Reservations
Seating
Serves Alcohol
Outdoor Seating
Dinner
Mid-range
"We attended a beautiful wedding here. I've lived in Edinburgh for years and never knew this place existed. The views are..."
Patrick Haston
"Attended a Edinburgh Chamber of Commerce breakfast at the SkyBar. It has to be some of the best views from a venue in Edinburgh, with an added bonus..."
Kim Kjaerside
"We had our wedding party here this weekend (after 2 years of waiting due to covid) it was brilliant fun. The BBQ food was so tasty, everyone said how..."
Sarah Baldwin Pro Makeup Artist & Academy
"Lovely view and nice atmosphere. Only complaint would be the cheap bulbs on the table were faulty and didn't light up, other customers were swapping..."
Debbie Brown
"Great place to have a drink with an Amazing! backdrop of Edinburgh..."
Ben White
"Views at night to die for but you pay a price for the experience Nice cocktails location a little out of the way but worth it for the..."
Paul Bell
"Gorgeous venue, delicious cocktails..."
AJ M
"Lovely venue, incredible views over the castle, city and..."
R D
"Amazing views of the castle. Friendly and fast..."
Traveler
"I dont understand how people are giving bad reviews for the service. In my personal experience, the service was of the highest standard. They were..."
Bassel Helmy
"Fantastic venue with unique views of Edinburgh Castle and a large area of Auld Reekie. Staff are wonderful, friendly and..."
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