Angels with Bagpipes

Modern European, Scottish·
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Bronze Award
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SquareMeal Review of Angels with Bagpipes

Bronze Award

Bang in middle of the Royal Mile and opposite St Giles Cathedral (the name comes from a beautiful wood carving in the building’s Thistle Chapel), Angels with Bagpipes sounds like an expensive tourist trap, but that’s far from the truth. Sensibly priced and serving a really decent range of contemporary Scottish cuisine with European influences, this has been a firm favourite since launching in 2010. A few old faithfuls such as haggis with neeps and tatties fly the Caledonian flag, but native ingredients generally receive more modish treatment – say Orkney scallops with lentils, spiced aubergine ras-el-hanout, apple and caramel or rump of Highland lamb with sweetbreads, peas, anchovy and romesco sauce. To finish, how about the signature Tunnocks cake featuring chocolate and blueberry with bubble-gum ice cream? A semi-private room called the Halo is good for big groups.

Good to know

Average Price
££££ - £30 - £49
Cuisines
Modern European, Scottish
Ambience
Fine dining, Quirky, Unique
Food Occasions
Dinner
Alfresco And Views
Outside seating
Perfect for
Celebrations, Group dining [8+], Special occasions
Food Hygiene Rating

About

It didn't take long for Angels with Bagpipes to cement itself as one of the best restaurants in Edinburgh, and an exciting addition to The Royal Mile. The doors first opened back in 2010, and ever since, the team have been creating exquisite dishes with the freshest of Scottish ingredients. When you walk in, you'll notice the Old Town setting has created a great atmosphere, but has been blended with a more modern edge, despite being in a gorgeous 17th century building.

There are some truly special cocktails on the menu at Angels with Bagpipes, including classics such as the Rum Old Fashioned and Whisky Sour, through to the Aperol Spritz and Espresso Martini. Some of the signature specials include the Angel's Margarita with tequila, lime, Cointreau and hibiscus, and the Angel's Fizz which is made with Ridgeview English sparkling and creme de mure.

To begin, order the haggis bon bons with whisky sauce, coppa ham and oysters with scotch bonnet and whisky hot sauce to share amongst the table. Smaller plates, which can be great starters, sides or sharers, include battered cod goujons with lemon mayo, beef tartare with egg yolk and potato chips, and a salmon gravlax with a tonka bean mayo. Also on the menu are plates of Scottish crab with lemon and a crumpet, and BBQ tenderstem broccoli with ricotta, chilli and honey.

Your main dish will be one of a few options, unless you're ordering a selection of small plates. Try the chicken breast with potato rosti, asparagus and lovage, or sea trout with mussels, fennel and gnocchi. Last but not least, you'll want to enjoy a tasty dessert – such as the rhubarb cheesecake made with ginger biscuit, the chocolate and banana sponge with pecan and milk crumb, or Isle of Mull cheddar with oatcakes.

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Location

343 High Street, Royal Mile, Edinburgh, EH1 1PW

01312 201111 01312 201111

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Opening Times

All day
Mon 12:00-21:00
Tue 12:00-21:00
Wed 12:00-21:00
Thu 12:00-21:00
Fri 12:00-21:00
Sat 12:00-21:00
Sun 12:00-21:00

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