Howies Waterloo Place brings modern Scottish bistro cooking to a stunning Georgian building at the foot of Calton Hill. Built in 1815, this iconic Edinburgh landmark is just a five-minute walk from Waverley Station, making it a convenient and elegant choice for both locals and visitors.
Howies offers relaxed, informal dining with a focus on fresh, seasonal Scottish produce, cooked to order and served with genuine warmth. Here, you can expect ever-changing daily specials and thoughtfully curated seasonal menus, complemented by a tempting selection of wines, whiskies, cocktails, and alcohol-free options.
The main restaurant is light and bright, with grand windows, a striking skylight, and balcony pillars that add a sense of scale and occasion and offer a setting that’s as memorable as the food. Inside, you’ll find wooden tables, chandelier lighting and subtle glass partitions between tables, creating an inviting yet spacious setting for everything from casual lunches to special occasions. Open daily, Howies is a popular pick for birthdays, dates, group dining and family meals. It’s child-friendly, dog-friendly and fully accessible, with vegan, vegetarian and gluten-free options.
Menus change with the seasons, featuring Scottish produce cooked to order. Highlights include Cullen skink, haggis neeps and tatties, pan-seared cod, Scottish venison casserole and ribeye steak. There are also hearty burgers, chargrilled cauliflower and fresh seasonal vegetables.
When it comes to the drinks options, expect wine, whisky, cocktails, teas and coffees, and plenty more. Whisky lovers can even enjoy a tasting flight which allows them to sample three local varieties. Howies Waterloo Place is an Edinburgh favourite for all-day dining with historic charm and locally inspired cooking.