Located on Thistle Street, Fishers in the City is a beloved seafood restaurant in the heart of Edinburgh’s New Town. Part of the Fishers group, there are now three sites across the Scottish capital, serving locals and tourists alike for over 20 years. Fishers in the City is housed in a converted warehouse, bringing a relaxed and slightly rustic feel to your next meal, whether you’re popping in for a casual lunch or heading over for a special occasion.
Inside, you can expect soft lighting, a neutral colour palette and nautical decor that brings a touch of whimsy to the space. Set across multiple levels, Fishers in the City offers a spacious layout, with wooden seating, faux-marble topped tables, and a striking bar that sits in the heart of the main dining room.
When it comes to food, Fishers in the City boasts an extensive selection of seafood. The kitchen team boast sustainable sourcing, and aim to showcase the very best of Scottish produce across the menus. An a la carte offers the likes of octopus with chorizo and mojo rojo, or king scallops with parsnip puree and charred grape to start, followed by halibut fillet with porcini and wild mushroom risotto, or Madras coley and king prawn curry with basmati rice to follow.
Elsewhere, a shellfish menu boasts the signature hot shellfish platter, packed full of lobster, langoustines, mussels, oysters and more, all served with garlic and herb butter and homemade chips. Guests can also opt for a two- or three-course set lunch, featuring salmon and smoked haddock cream chowder, or steamed Shetland mussels in a creamy white wine sauce, followed by king prawn linguine with brown crab butter or beer battered haddock with chips.