The Best Food Tour in Edinburgh

Overview

Available languages

German

English

French

Spanish

2 hours 15 minutes

Mobile ticket

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

4.74

54 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Delicious food, great company
T3287QQsteves,
Oct 13, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
This dinner felt like an intimate group of friends gathering at a "locals-only" hole in the wall restaurant, away from the other tourists in Edinburgh. Our host, Maya, was very friendly and offered interesting history and context about each course of the meal. The food itself was absolutely delicious!
Fun but too loud tour
cynbrett,
Oct 12, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00
Maya was enthusiastic and knowledgeable. The food was good. But huge complaint was the loudness of the venue; could not hear half of what the guide was saying.
Great visit! Even tried the Haggis! Maya was sweet and accommodating. Food was good. And we had a nice evening.
Jo S,
Oct 10, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Maya was a great tour guide. She gave us history and background of the food and Scotland. I even tried Haggis, it was okay!
Food tour in Edinburgh
leenmitchell,
Oct 10, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Guide was well I formed and friendly. She was very persuasive when it came to convincing me to try new foods. I enjoyed the evening very much
Great food great people fall in love w Scotland
joydawnbacon,
Oct 10, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Great cultural experience. Atmosphere of establishment was relaxing Great food and beverages with a lovely hostess. A family time we won’t forget!
Great food and conversation on The Best Food Tour in Edinburgh
Fritz405,
Oct 10, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00
Noah was our guide in sampling 5 different Scottish dishes and four drinks at an amazing restaurant, the Wighams Wine Cellar. We had a small table in a nook for the evening and he talked about Scottish history and culture while the dishes were served oveer the course of the evening, to include We get served 5 dishes, Loch Fyne Oysters (amazing), a salad, Cullen Skink (amazing also), cod with potatoes, haggis croquettes and sticky pudding, plus a glass of Bordeaux, a beer, and a dram of whiskey. We had a great time.
Skip this Tour
Regina W,
Oct 8, 2025
- Review from Viator
1.00
I’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.
The visit was explendid
ddlcla71,
Oct 5, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
5 - Heathe was excellent guide The food and drink were great. Thank you for the wonderful experience. We will recommend to anyone about this experience
Wonderful Scottish Food Tour
Lyn H,
Sep 27, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Excellent food explained by a knowledgeable young man. We had several courses along with a glass of wine, beer and whiskey.
An Intimate Scottish Feast
Road730124,
Sep 17, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Heather was a delight to be with. She gave us the food history of the Scottish and how it evolved over the hundreds of years. We enjoyed chatting with her over the different Scottish dishes and drinks. She possessed a wealth of knowledge integrating the historical culture, religion and how food was introduced. This was the first tour where we shared an intimate setting and the different foods and drink (wine, beer, whiskey) were consumed at one location. We enjoyed having the one-on-one focused time to ask questions about the area, history of the sites we saw while exploring, and receiving suggestions about areas to visit. We definitely recommend Heather and this tour for anyone that enjoys breaking bread with amazing food and historical tidbits!