Clarissa Ching
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Captain’s Darling
Verdict 4/5: Excellent, will go back Would seek it out: Yes Would go back: Yes Standout dish(es): Sirloin roast beef Decor: Dark modern gastropub Service: Good Other thoughts: Perfectly cooked sirloin roast beef with a hint of smokiness Dish(es) savoured Haggis croquettes, smoked Dunlop cheese, pickle, brown sauce Sunday roast: Dry aged sirloin roast beef…
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Six by Nico, Hanover Street
Verdict 4/5: Excellent, will go back Would seek it out: No Would go back: Yes Standout dish(es): N/a Decor: Dark and grand Service: Friendly and accommodating but slow. We didn’t expect lunch to take 3 hours on a Monday afternoon! Other thoughts: Interesting concept; well made dishes using everyday ingredients. Dish(es) savoured Six course tasting…
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Maki & Ramen, 1 Leith Street (St James Quarter shopping centre)
Verdict 4/5: Excellent, will go back Would seek it out: Yes, for an early lunch Would go back: Yes Standout dish(es): Steak Tataki Ramen Decor: Modern Japanese Service: Good Other thoughts: There’s another brunch located just 2 minutes walk away on 37 Leith Street. This branch opens earlier at 11am (vs 12pm). Dish(es) savoured SEAFOOD…
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Bread Meats Bread, North Bridge
Verdict 4/5: Excellent, will go back Would seek it out: No Would go back: Yes Standout dish(es): We preferred their BMB Brunch Burger, although the Wolf Burger is their signature dish. It had a better overall texture and crunch. Decor: Rustic, industrial burger joint Service: Good Other thoughts: Good burgers, but they would be much…
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Lamien, Madrid
Verdict 2/5: Wouldn’t bother Would seek it out: No Would go back: No Standout dish(es): N/a Decor: Modern minimalist Service: Good Other thoughts: Michelin Guide, but extremely disappointing. Dish(es) savoured New Year’s Eve Menu 2025 €60 Crisp romaine lettuce drizzled with a delicate sesame dressing Oriental vegetable melange paired with a velvety sweet pea puree…
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Sotto Enoteca & Trattoria
Verdict 4/5: Excellent, will go back Would seek it out: Yes Would go back: Yes Standout dish(es): N/a Decor: Modern trattoria with terracotta exterior Service: Charming and attentive, knows their stuff Other thoughts: Great meal with fresh ingredients, but the Sedanini Alla Norma was too thin on the aubergines (ratio of 5:95). All cheeses are…
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Under The Table
Verdict 4/5: Excellent, will go back Would seek it out: No Would go back: Yes Standout dish(es): Mixed Berry Eton Mess Decor: Modern bistro Service: On repeat; we seemed to be assigned 2 waiters Other thoughts: Seasonal menu. Unbalanced flavour profile for both starters; needed more melon for one, and the cold smoked salmon was…
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The Pantry
Verdict 4/5: Excellent, will go back Would seek it out: Yes Would go back: Yes Standout dish(es): N/a Decor: Simple, modern cafe Service: Rushed Other thoughts: Skimpy on the avo. Good but overpriced. Dish(es) savoured SUNSHINE ON STOCKBRIDGE: Roasted sweet potato, smoked paprika tomato, grilled courgette, smashed avocado, sriracha, free range poached eggs + halloumi…
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Kim’s Bulgogi
Verdict 4/5: Excellent, will go back Would seek it out: Yes Would go back: Yes Standout dish(es): The chilli chicken (crispy) bibimbap. Gyozas are yummy too. Decor: Small cafe, more of a takeaway place Service: Good Other thoughts: Can play around with various combos (e.g. rice/glass noodles/bibimbap). Food served in takeaway bowls even when eating…
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Nok’s Kitchen on Stockbridge
Verdict 3/5: Good enough Would seek it out: No Would go back: No Standout dish(es): N/a Decor: Modern rustic with Thai influences Service: Ok Other thoughts: Soggy noodles Dish(es) savoured Set Lunch £13.95 Vegetable Spring Roll: Glass noodle, vegetables and sweet chilli sauce Ba-Mee Pad: Stir-fried egg noodles, egg, beansprouts, spring onion, chicken Price Final…
