Found on Rose Street in the heart of Edinburgh, just a few yards from George Street, Wildfire is a small, independent steak and seafood bistro that has been serving locals and visitors since 2003. Family-run and proudly Scottish, the restaurant focuses on simple, carefully prepared dishes made with high-quality local produce. Naturally, Aberdeen Angus beef, alongside fresh Scottish seafood are the main draw, alongside various seasonally inspired dishes. Classic cooking and a relaxed vibe make Wildfire popular for casual dinners, date nights and celebratory city centre meals alike.
Outside, you’ll find streetside seating for those rare sunny Scottish days, while inside is more traditional, featuring widely spaced tables with chairs upholstered in tartan, green panelled walls, and chalkboards with the specials. Elsewhere in the restaurant is a more intimate area with stone-effect wallpaper and a traditional wood-burning stove.
The Wildfire menu centres on the restaurant’s signature steaks, with premium cuts of Aberdeen Angus beef matured for a minimum of 21 days and sourced from respected Scottish suppliers, including master butcher John Gilmour of Tranent. Fillet, rib-eye, rump and sirloin are popular choices, typically served with chips and classic sauces such as peppercorn or blue cheese. Guests can also add king prawns sautéed in garlic butter for a traditional surf-and-turf pairing.
Beyond steak, the kitchen showcases a strong selection of Scottish seafood and seasonal dishes. Starters and mains often include options such as West Coast mussels, fresh fish supplied daily, and dishes like haggis with a Drambuie, mustard and honey cream sauce. Specials and blackboard dishes change regularly, allowing the kitchen to highlight the best ingredients available from local producers.
To accompany the food, Wildfire offers a well-chosen drinks list that includes wines sourced through independent merchants, Scottish ales, lager and cider, as well as a comprehensive spirit selection.