The Best Food Tour in Edinburgh
Overview
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2 hours 15 minutes
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Savor the best of Scottish cuisine in a hidden traditional restaurant.
Five courses, four pairings, unique stories and culinary secrets in an exclusive VIP experience in the heart of Edinburgh.
“This is not just a tasting — it’s an emotional journey through Scotland, its people, and its flavors.”
Ideal For:
•Foodies looking for something truly different
•Curious travelers wanting to explore Scotland through its cuisine
•Couples, solo travelers or small groups who value authenticity and detail
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
It is mandatory to report food allergies and/or intolerances.
Children under 18 are not allowed to consume alcohol.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Guided experience with a local expert and personalized attention throughout the tour
5 traditional Scottish dishes and 4 drink pairings (alcoholic and non-alcoholic options). Cultural insights and storytelling about Scottish cuisine
Small-group setting for an intimate VIP experience
Any food or drinks outside the set menu Tips for the guide (optional)
What To Expect
Savor the best of Scottish cuisine in a VIP experience in the heart of Edinburgh, hosted in a hidden traditional restaurant beloved by locals. This exclusive food tour invites you to discover the most authentic flavors of Scotland, with a unique proposal that blends history, culture, and pure enjoyment in every bite. Enjoy a full menu of 5 traditional dishes, carefully selected to represent the best of Scottish gastronomy: from a modern twist on classic haggis to comforting soups, fresh seafood, and iconic desserts. Each dish is paired with a thoughtfully chosen drink — including premium Scotch whisky, local craft beer, infusions, and a surprise beverage. Every pairing has been designed to enhance the flavors and immerse you in the culinary soul of Scotland. The experience takes place in a secret, traditional restaurant — full of history, local charm, and a warm, authentic atmosphere, far from the usual tourist spots. This venue was handpicked for its authenticity, top-quality cuisine, and deep connection to Scottish culture. You’ll be guided by a local expert in Scottish food and traditions, who will share stories, historical insights, and culinary secrets you won’t find in any guidebook.
Sample Menu
starter
Three starters per person
Oyster, Cullen Skink, Haggis
main
One main course per person
Fish of the day accompanied by seasonal vegetables.
dessert
Delicious Scottish dessert
Sticky Toffee Pudding
Options
The Best Food tour in Edinburgh
Reviews
53 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Skip this Tour
Regina W,
Oct 8, 2025
- Viator
1.00I’m sorry to say I would not recommend this tour. Our guide had a very thick Spanish accent and it was very hard to hear and understand what he was saying - even acknowledged by him. We thought it was a bit out of place being that the entire group spoke English. In addition, he was very aloof and hardly spoke to my group. Rather he sat at one end of the table and only really spoke to that end, not coming over to ours except to rudely ask for a tip. I thought it was presumptuous and rude to walk over with a square reader asking for money, but not explaining himself. I had to ask multiple times, what am I paying for, before we finally got to the point that it was a tip. I would hope that tip went to the resturant staff considering he did nothing but walk us around the corner and babysit us. It was advertised we’d get 4 drinks, we had 3. The food was a hit or miss. I would recommend that for this cost you’d take the money, go to a restaurant, and order 2-3 courses. There was nothing that made this special or worthy of a recommendation.
Wonderful Scottish Food Tour
Lyn H,
Sep 27, 2025
- Viator
5.00Excellent food explained by a knowledgeable young man. We had several courses along with a glass of wine, beer and whiskey.
Disappointed
Linda M,
Sep 8, 2025
- Viator
1.00Maya, our guide was sweet. However, the food was a disappointment. All the food was from the same restaurant and portions were sample size. The setting was terrible. Our small group of 5 was seated in the middle of the restaurant and it wasn’t busy but very loud. The expense of the tour led us to believe food would be excellent which was definitely not the case.
The restaurant was so...
Lynda M,
Aug 20, 2025
- Viator
3.00The restaurant was so noisy we couldn’t hear the food and drink descriptions. Food was excellent! Lovely claret.
Excellent food and fine drink!
MIKE N,
Jul 24, 2025
- Viator
5.00Food and drink was excellent with all the scotish cuisines we were wanting to try. It was just the two of us and our guide Noam. He was freindly engaging and knowlegable of the food, history and local area. Definately come hungary as the portions were much larger than we usually get on other food tours. Highly recommend as you arrive in town and give the popular scottish dishes a try.
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