With the capital's dining scene ranked as one of the greatest in the country, it's no surprise that many of this city's renowned eateries are turning their attention to the biggest night of the year. From fun and friendly pubs rolling out gastro fare to gorgeous hotspots serving some of the finest food in the biz, we've rounded up where to have a celebratory Hogmanay dinner in Edinburgh.
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Fancy a spot of drinking and dining on the 31st of December? The shimmy on over to The Alchemist in St James Quarter and George Street. This swish space will be slinging out all kinds of fabulous dishes, like crispy curried fish and piled-high sharing platters, to pair with their theatrical cocktails.
A high-end steak restaurant on St Andrew Square, Gaucho is here to add a little extra luxury to your Hogmanay dinner in Edinburgh. Get stuck into its melt-in-the-mouth Argentinian cuts, washed down with a glass (or bottle) from their extensive selection of fine wines.
Stunning cocktail bar and restaurant Lady Libertine proves to be a stylish pick for a New Year's Eve dinner and dance in Edinburgh for 2024. Food includes perfectly cooked salmon fillet, lamb shawarma and more across a broad menu, while the basement bar has DJs and cocktails 'til late.
Located in the Omni Centre, Slug and Lettuce Edinburgh is a great choice if you're after somewhere to easily go from day to night. The venue is extending its boozy brunch times, so you can get the party started before enjoying the butterfly ball once darkness falls.
Le Monde is the ideal spot to ready yourself for the night ahead. Boasting a picture-perfect dining room full of plush furnishings, this Old Town cutie will have you tucking into succulent steaks, juicy burgers or European small plates. Plus, downstairs Shanghai Club will be partying 'til late if you fancy tearing up the dancefloor.
With indoor trees, fairy lights and swing seating scattered around the place, Mowgli is nothing short of stunning. This pick of Edinburgh restaurants for New Year's Eve dinner serves Indian street food ranging from chaat to lamb chops and curries, so you can get your fill while swilling down cocktails.
A venue that definitely lives up to its name, The Bon Vivant is an understated eatery that packs a punch in the menu department. This restaurant uses locally sourced ingredients across its seven-course New Year's Eve meal, so you know you're getting the finest Scottish fare to end 2024.
Nestled atop a towering Castle Street building, this rooftop hotspot is one of the best restaurants for dinner with a view. In addition to the stunning sky-high vistas, there will also be celebratory set menus shining a light on decadent Thai cuisine, as well as unique cocktails to wash it all down.
If you're looking for a Hogmanay dinner in Edinburgh city centre, book a table at Brewhemia. You'll be treated to a snazzy five-course feast elevated with drinks pairings, all before joining the Glitterati after-party to enjoy cabaret, music and tipples aplenty.
Perfect for groups of friends and families, Wahaca Edinburgh is the vibrant Mexican chain from MasterChef winner Thomasina Miers. This laid-back den has plenty of tacos and tequila on the cards, along with quesadillas and creamy black beans for vegetarians.
An iconic steak restaurant with venues across the UK, Hawksmoor is a gorgeous spot for Edinburgh New Year's Eve dinners. So, whether you're stopping in for a quick bite before heading home for more festivities or settling into one of its private dining rooms with your nearest and dearest, it's simply perfect.
Get friendly with the delicious pints and pizzas on offer at DogHouse, one of the best places to spend Hogmanay in Edinburgh. This relaxed watering hole likes to give its all on the 31st of December, so get down early to line your stomach with burgers before carrying on your craft beer-fuelled celebrations.
One of the best restaurants in Edinburgh for Hogmanay, Browns Brasserie & Bar will be serving up sumptuous five-courses feasts for £65 per person. On the menu? Pan-fried sea bass, whole fresh lobster and a trio of chocolatey desserts, paired with plenty of Champagne, of course.
Black Ivy isn't just a beautiful venue, it'll also see you diving into scrumptious Scottish grub, like steak pie with homemade gravy, as well as a delicious nut roast. Stay past dinnertime to bring in the bells with a live piper and DJ set, watching fireworks on the projector screens.
Angels Share is a boutique hotel promising an epic New Year's Eve in Edinburgh. While surrounded by gorgeous leather upholstery and chandeliers, delve into bites like slow-roasted chicken with haggis, plus millionaire brownies. You can even carry on at late-night event where you'll find live music and speakeasy vibes.
To have a meal out to mark the end of 2024 without breaking the bank, it has to be YO! Edinburgh Princes Street. This place is packed out with conveyor belt-delivered grub ranging from Cali rolls to sashimi, katsu curries and more.
Make your way up to the heady heights of Calton Hill where Edinburgh's most beautiful restaurant awaits. Housed inside the observatory, The Lookout by Gardener's Cottage will whip you up a multi-course feast while you lap up the views of the city from above.
A sleek restaurant and cabaret venue in the city centre, The Voodoo Rooms offers a more decadent take on your usual end-of-year antics. As it dishes out a range of plates made with high-quality Scottish ingredients, you'll be able to stuff your face with delicious goods then enjoying the evening's entertainment.
Situated below Edinburgh Castle, Cold Town House is one of the best places for a New Year's Eve dinner in Edinburgh. Alongside a gorgeous roof terrace offering you prime views of the historic landmark, this Grassmarket haunt will be serving up Neapolitan pizzas, craft beer and plenty of prosecco all night long.
Duck & Waffle is the iconic restaurant, with rich, quirky interiors, located on St James Square serving up a cracking New Year's Eve feast. It would be criminal not to dine with them on 31st December, as they dish up a mouthwatering three-course meal, including crispy oysters for the table and of course, their classic dish: crispy leg confit, fried duck egg with mustard maple syrup.
If you don't go all out with your New Year's Eve dinner, then when are you going to? Book a spot at Tattu and feast on contemporary Chinese dishes like seven spiced seared tuna and caramel soy aged beef fillet, paired with exclusive wines or creative cocktails and Champagne.
Kitted out with sage green walls and high ceilings, as well as boasting a place in the Michelin Guide, The Palmerston makes an enviable spot for New Year's Eve dinner. Its menu showcases Scottish suppliers and has a "whole animal cooking ethos", so expect the likes of crispy pig's head with mustard mayonnaise and pickled celery, plus tasty veggie options.
The Spence is Edinburgh's gorgeous all-day restaurant in the heart of Gleneagles Townhouse. Dine on New Year's Eve underneath the striking dome ceiling, while marvelling at its elegant, brass features. The menu oozes modern Scottish cuisine, with standout dishes like Loch Etive sea trout and a selection of shellfish starters.
Trying to figure out how to get the full Hogmanay package without stretching the purse strings? Make your way over to Las Iguanas over in the New Town where its vibrant and affordable plates will go down a storm, while its cheap and cheerful cocktails will keep the celebratory spirit in high supply.
