Scotland's Best Gourmet Addresses
From Michelin-awarded haute cuisine to incredible surprise menus and outstanding seafood, Scotland knows how to delight even the most discerning food lovers.
November 12, 2024
Edinburgh
Martin Wishart
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Crowned with one star by the Michelin Guide, the restaurant serves contemporary cuisine in an equally contemporary setting. Here, cooks combine Scottish ingredients with the classic cooking techniques of French cuisine.
Restaurant Martin Wishart
54 Shore, Leith, Edinburgh EH6 6RA, United Kingdom
+44 131 553 3557 - restaurantmartinwishart.com
Heron
Joshua Greenwood
Not only does the relaxed and fresh ambience with its authentic and friendly service delight guests, but also the tasting menu, which testifies to the chef's talent. Here, you can choose between vegan, vegetarian and pescetarian menus.
Heron
87, 91A Henderson St, Leith, Edinburgh EH6 6ED, United Kingdom
+44 131 554 1242 - heron.scot
Condita
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Only six large tables await the guests, the interior and the menu are constantly changing. The latter is served as a surprise - there's only a hand-painted bookmark with pictures of the ingredients.
Condita
15 Salisbury Pl, Newington, Edinburgh EH9 1SL, United Kingdom
+44 131 667 5777 - condita.co.uk
Glasgow
Unalome by Graeme Cheevers
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Located in the Finnieston district, the team spoils you with Scottish ingredients and classic cuisine, executed with the utmost precision and crowned with a star. Tip: Orkney scallops!
Unalome by Graeme Cheevers
36 Kelvingrove St, Finnieston, Glasgow G3 7RZ, United Kingdom
+44 131 667 5777 - unalomebygc.com
Cail Bruich
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Experienced chef Lorna McNee focuses on simplicity and high-quality ingredients from the region; classic techniques meet intense flavors. Plus: Kitchen table seating on request.
Cail Bruich
725 Great Western Rd, Glasgow G12 8QX, United Kingdom
+44 141 334 6265 - cailbruich.co.uk
Shucks
Fish and seafood straight from the ocean are the specialties in this modern restaurant. Top: The combination of classic Scottish cuisine with sparkling champagne and Asian influences.
Shucks
168 Hyndland Rd, Glasgow G12 9HZ, United Kingdom
+44 141 473 0080 - shucksglasgow.com
This article appeared in the Falstaff TRAVEL issue Fall 2024.