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Top Christmas Restaurants in Edinburgh
Christmas is just around the corner, and we're here to help you find the perfect restaurant to celebrate your holiday with family and friends. Whether you're looking for a quiet brunch spot or an upscale evening out, we've got every venue you could possibly want and more. Our list of Christmas restaurants in Edinburgh includes reviews, prices, and photos so that you can make an informed decision before booking your reservation. If you wish to celebrate in a cheerful and merry way, then make sure to check out Christmas restaurants in Edinburgh today!
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![Bothy at Brewhemia in Old Town, Edinburgh]()
from £30
per personCheck availabilityBothy
40 guestsBrewhemiaOld Town, EdinburghBBoyd's
“Great Festive decorations and atmosphere for a Christmas lunch” -
![The Dean Suite at The Bonham Hotel in West End, Edinburgh]()
from £400
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityThe Dean Suite
45 guestsThe Bonham HotelWest End, Edinburgh
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RRyan S.
“The food was the best we had in Edinburgh. I couldn’t say enough positive things about it.” -
![Grand Cafe Edinburgh at The Scotsman Hotel in Old Town, Edinburgh]()
from £45
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityGrand Cafe Edinburgh
143 guestsThe Scotsman HotelOld Town, EdinburghAAndrea N.
“Very good food and drink and the rooms were great. I liked the decoration of the tables and the rooms too.” -
![Whisky Lounge at Hot Toddy in Old Town, Edinburgh]()
from £300
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityWhisky Lounge
40 guestsHot ToddyOld Town, Edinburgh
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CCharmaine G.
“The function room itself is amazing, beautifully decorated and excellent value for money.” -
![Dining Room at Sabor Criollo in Stockbridge, Edinburgh]()
from £20
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityDining Room
40 guestsSabor CriolloStockbridge, EdinburghOur dining space is perfect for parties, gatherings, and private dinners. We can host groups of up to 40 people. -
![Restaurant's Main Area at Hot Toddy in Old Town, Edinburgh]()
from £500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityRestaurant's Main Area
32 guestsHot ToddyOld Town, Edinburgh
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AAaron K.
“Staff were very responsive and attentive on the night. Room is exactly what we expected and the food was fab.” -
![Beer Palace at Brewhemia in Old Town, Edinburgh]()
from £49.50
per personCheck availabilityBeer Palace
200 guestsBrewhemiaOld Town, EdinburghKKerry-ann M.
“Had all the suitable AV, was funky and quirky, additional space for breakout areas. Staff great to work with.” -
![Boudoir at Brewhemia in Old Town, Edinburgh]()
from £30
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityBoudoir
40 guestsBrewhemiaOld Town, EdinburghLLawrie G.
“Everyone had the best night ever and massive amounts of 10/10’s for the venue! Couldn’t ask for more.” -
![Private Dining Room at Badger & Co in New Town, Edinburgh]()
from £45
per person / per afternoonCheck availabilityPrivate Dining Room
14 guestsBadger & CoNew Town, EdinburghMMark G.
“We hired the lower outdoor area for my wife’s birthday and I was delighted with the experience.” -
![Restaurant at Radisson Blu Hotel, Edinburgh City in Old Town, Edinburgh]()
from £64
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60 guestsRadisson Blu Hotel, Edinburgh CityOld Town, EdinburghPrivate use in our main modern restaurant with Feature Edinburgh Sights Wall. This space has raised area that could be used for pre-drinks or make smaller dinners feel more intimate. -
![The Greenhouse at The Botanist, Edinburgh in New Town, Edinburgh]()
from £38
per person / per dayCheck availabilityThe Greenhouse
70 guestsThe Botanist, EdinburghNew Town, EdinburghStunning area of our bar to the front of The Botanist. Perfect for semi private or private hire for both drinks & food. Capacity - Dining 70, Standing 150 Perfect for all sorts of occasions and celebrations! -
![1802 Grill at Courtyard by Marriott Edinburgh in New Town, Edinburgh]()
from £150
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availability1802 Grill
70 guestsCourtyard by Marriott EdinburghNew Town, EdinburghAAndres A.
“Food, service and booking process with Jennifer has been more than great.”
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Throw a Jolly Christmas Dinner at One of Edinburgh’s Best Hotels
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“The decor, ambience, service, staff, food and choice of drinks”
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“The venue was beautifully decorated and presented”
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“Irina, Katie and the other Hotel’s staff made of this day something beyond words to explain.”
FAQs about Top Christmas Restaurants in Edinburgh
In Edinburgh, prices of Christmas restaurants 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 September 2025:
| From £20 | to £40 | per person |
| From £300 | to £1500 | minimum spend per event |
| From £200 | to £500 | hire fee per event |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated September 2025), the best options include:
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The Dean Suite at The Bonham Hotel in West End - rated 5/5
Our user said: ‘Very attentive and helpful staff. The food was the best we had in Edinburgh.’ -
Bothy at Brewhemia in Old Town - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘Had all the suitable AV, was funky and quirky, additional space for breakout areas. Staff great to work with.’ -
Grand Cafe Edinburgh at The Scotsman Hotel in Old Town - rated 4.7/5
Our user said: ‘Amazing service, amazing venue, private loos and bar, private outside space. Space hire great value.’
You'll find Christmas restaurants 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 (September 2025):
| Small Christmas restaurants | up to 30 guests | prices average £275 minimum spend per event |
| Medium Christmas restaurants | between 50 and 90 guests | prices average £500 minimum spend per event |
| Large Christmas restaurants | over 105 guests | prices average £3000 minimum spend per event |
At this time of the year, the quicker you book the space, the better chance you have of getting one. The holidays are one of the busiest times of the year and restaurants book out like crazy! So make sure you grab a space a bit over a month in advance, especially if you’re planning a bigger party! That definitely goes for booking company Christmas dinners–those we recommend booking even half a year in advance!
The answer is: it depends. Some restaurants in Edinburgh will have a specially curated menu for Christmas, which means that the turkey, mashed potatoes and cranberries are definitely included. But not all places will do that, so make sure you contact the venue manager and ask how the situation looks from their point of view.
