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Best restaurants in Edinburgh
Published 30 April 2024

Looking for the best restaurants in Edinburgh? This fantastic, bustling city has an extensive range of places to eat across both the town centre and historic Old Town. From affordable Italian and modern Indian, to refreshingly modern Scottish classics, there's a wealth of good food to explore in the capital. Here's where to eat in Edinburgh.

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