The restaurant scene here does group dining particularly well. Affordable restaurants with private rooms in Edinburgh range from elegant dining spaces in the city centre to hidden-away rooms in Georgian townhouses and independent restaurants across Stockbridge and the West End. They are a popular choice for birthday meals, graduation celebrations and work gatherings that need a little more privacy than a standard restaurant table can provide. Compare menus, capacities and pricing below to find a space that suits your group.
Booking costs of affordable restaurants with private rooms average £35 per person. Costs vary depending on guest capacity, popularity, location, and amenities like sound systems or bar services. Extra charges may apply for custom catering, decor, or event planning services. Packages with add-ons, such as DJs, photo booths, or other entertainment services, can also increase the overall cost. Check out the typical price ranges in Edinburgh, based on Tagvenue data from June 2026:
| From £25 | to £45 | per person |
| From £300 | to £2000 | minimum spend per event |
| From £210 | to £500 | hire fee per event |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated June 2026), the best options include:
The Bothy at The Murrayfield Hotel
in Murrayfield - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘We so appreciated the venue's staff, and the clear communication beforehand.’
Boudoir at Brewhemia
in Old Town - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘Everyone had the best night ever and massive amounts of 10/10’s for the venue! Couldn’t ask for more.’
Jig Room at Granary
in Leith - rated 4.7/5
Our user said: ‘Everybody had a fantastic time, myself included - highly recommend!’
You'll find affordable restaurants with private rooms in various sizes, from smaller spots to larger venues; keep in mind that the type of space and your chosen layout will affect the capacity! Below you can see the typical venue sizes in Edinburgh, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (June 2026):
| Small | up to 30 guests | prices average £500 minimum spend per event |
| Medium | between 50 and 80 guests | prices average £500 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 90 guests | prices average £2000 minimum spend per event |
These are the venues within 0.3 mi from central Edinburgh, available to book on Tagvenue:
Page last updated in June 2026
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