The Outsider

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Average Price
££££ - £30 - £49
Cuisines
British, International, Modern European
Ambience
Dark and moody, Quirky, Romantic, Unique
Food Occasions
Dinner, Lunch
Alfresco And Views
Great views
Special Features
Vegan options, Vegetarian options
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About

The menu at The Outsider changes frequently, focusing on seasonal and locally sourced produce in dishes that draw inspiration from dishes across the world. But for a good idea of what you may find on the menu, expect starters of pressed pork belly with black pudding, celeriac puree, confit shallots, candied baby pears, toasted hazelnuts and grand fir dressing, along with a forest mushroom and leek risotto with Hebridean blue cheese and truffled salt cured hen's egg yolk.

The main courses include a whole section dedicated to fish specials, including delicious pan fried cod with spiced aubergine, smoked tomato and red pepper compote, butterbeans, mussels, preserved lemon and rocket pesto, and an indulgent roasted whole lobster with garlic butter, salad, fries and aioli. Other main dishes include a roast butternut squash with fennel salt, tomato and fennel sauce, broccoli, tofu chorizo, pickled shallots, smoked almonds and pea hummus, plus a rich char grilled venison with a cheddar polenta cake, butternut squash puree, spicy daikon chips, fine beans, whisky and passion fruit dressing.

On the side, be sure to order a few of the delicious dishes. These may include spiced sweet potato wedges with a chive creme fraiche, sauteed greens with toasted seeds and fennel salt, and an apple, beetroot and raisin coleslaw. Of course, you'll find delicious fries on there, too.

For pudding, the spiced white chocolate tart comes with cherries, peanut butter and yoghurt ice cream, then there are baked figs with crushed amaretti, honey and vanilla ice cream, a spiced plum and Earl Grey trifle with creme patisserie and meringue, and an affogato made with creamy ice cream and biscotti. There are plenty of great sweet wines and port options to choose from too.

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FAQs

Are there vegan options?

Yes, there are some vegan options on the menu.

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How do I book?

To book a table, please call the venue.

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Is there outdoor seating?

No, there are no tables outside.

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Location

15-16 George IV Bridge, Edinburgh Old Town, Edinburgh, EH1 1EE

0131 226 3131 0131 226 3131

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Opening Times

Dinner
Mon 12:00-22:00
Tue 12:00-22:00
Wed 12:00-22:00
Thu 12:00-22:00
Fri 12:00-22:00
Sat 12:00-22:00
Sun 12:00-22:00

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