Date spot in Edinburgh
Pomelo
Squeeze into a tiny neighbourhood spot by the Meadows for noodles and Asian comfort food.
Sciennes Road, Marchmont
Address: Pomelo, 27 Sciennes Road, Edinburgh EH9 1NX- Restaurant
- Rain-proof ☔
- Cheap and cheerful
- Foodie
Why it's a good date: Small, cheerful and much loved, with cooking that doesn't taste like anywhere else in town. It fills up fast, so book ahead, and note there's a step at the door.
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Nanyang
Lister Square, Quartermile
Address: Nanyang, 7 Lister Square, Quartermile, Edinburgh EH3 9GL- Restaurant
- Rain-proof ☔
- Cheap and cheerful
- Foodie
Share Malaysian home cooking at a relaxed restaurant in Quartermile, just off the Meadows.
Why it's a good date: Generous portions and a calm room, good for a long, unhurried catch-up. The entrance is on Simpson Loan, a short walk from the Meadows.
Sabzi
Ferry Road, Leith
Address: Sabzi, 162 Ferry Road, Edinburgh EH6 4NX- Restaurant
- Rain-proof ☔
- Cheap and cheerful
- Foodie
Share Punjabi street food and curries at a bright, friendly spot on Ferry Road.
Why it's a good date: Easy-going and good value, with lots to share and plenty for vegetarians. A good excuse to explore north Leith, with the Water of Leith walkway close by.
The Kitchin
Commercial Quay, Leith
Address: The Kitchin, 78 Commercial Quay, Leith, Edinburgh EH6 6LX- Restaurant
- Rain-proof ☔
- A treat
- Foodie
- Romantic
Book dinner at Tom Kitchin's Michelin-starred restaurant in a converted whisky warehouse on Leith's waterfront.
Why it's a good date: Seasonal Scottish cooking in a calm, polished room, the kind of place you save for an anniversary. Book well ahead, and walk along the Shore afterwards.