The Best Private Dining Venues in Edinburgh

Edinburgh is a beautiful and historic city with many great options of venues for private dining. From traditional Scottish cuisine to ultra-modern European fare, Edinburgh has it all. If you are planning a trip to the city, we’ve collected some of the best places to eat in Edinburgh.

There are several restaurants in Edinburgh where you can enjoy your meal while taking in the scenery. Many of these restaurants have excellent views of the city’s most famous landmarks and offer visitors a unique way to experience Edinburgh. 

How to pick the perfect venue for private dining

When it comes to private dining, there's a restaurant out there for every occasion. Whether you're celebrating a birthday, hosting a business event, or throwing a bridal shower, you can find the perfect venue with a bit of research and planning.

Here's what to consider when choosing the best venue for your private dining event:

The goal of the event. Planning an intimate dinner with close friends? A smaller restaurant that feels cosy will do the trick. Hosting a product launch for work colleagues? You'll want something more formal and spacious.

The type of cuisine. This is probably the most important thing to consider when booking any restaurant, but especially so if you're planning a private dining experience. You don't want to throw a lunch event at an Argentinian restaurant if all your attendees are vegetarian, or book an Indian restaurant if someone in your group is allergic to curry. 

The atmosphere. It's all about the food at a private dining event but not just the food. Make sure you pick a space with just the right vibe for the event you're planning and if you can't figure it out from the pictures you might want to consider going for a visit. 

Our top 3 venues for private dining in Edinburgh

With a rich history and grand architecture, private dining in Edinburgh is the perfect choice for your next event. Our three favourite venues in Edinburgh for private dining are Season Quayside, Mercat Bar & Restaurant, and Ciao Roma.

1. Season Quayside

An exclusive and intimate venue with a private dining room that looks out towards the picturesque Firth of Forth, Season Quayside offers an exciting culinary experience for a variety of party sizes. 

1. Mercat Bar & Restaurant

Mercat Bar & Restaurant has a function room that's perfect for private dining if you fancy some classic British food, locally sourced where possible. The atmosphere is relaxed and easy. 

1. Ciao Roma

The newly refurbished Ciao Roma restaurant is located on Edinburgh's Royal Mile, just off the High Street. The dining room can be hired for parties of up to 45 seated guests. 

Booking the perfect venue

So now all you need to do is simply browse our selection of venues for private dining events in Edinburgh and favourite everything you like. That way you’ll keep track of everything in your shortlist and from there you can send out all your enquiries at the same time. With VenueScanner you get to compare all your venue options without having to do all the hard work.

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