Christmas Restaurants for Hire in Edinburgh

Booking costs 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 August 2026:

Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated August 2026), the best options include:

• 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.’

• Club Prive Conservatory at The Roseate Edinburgh in Haymarket - rated 4.7/5
  Our user said: ‘The space was exactly what we needed! The staff was so friendly and helpful, and the catering was delicious.’

• 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 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 (August 2026):

These are the venues within 0.3 mi from central Edinburgh, available to book on Tagvenue:

• Entire Venue at Mowgli Street Food Edinburgh on 20 Hanover Street - 0.2 mi from centre.
  Venue said: Whether you’re planning a milestone celebration, a team night out, or something a little special, the entire venue is available for exclusive hire and can host up to 107 guests.
• Christmas Party at Manahatta Edinburgh on 28 Rose Street - 0.2 mi from centre.
  Venue said: The newest addition to Rose Street, Manahatta has finally come to Edinburgh. Our New York inspired cocktail bar showcases our newly revived glamourous decor, putting a modern twist on the 1920s Art Deco Era and paying homage...
• Christmas Dining at Hard Rock Cafe Edinburgh on 20 George Street - 0.3 mi from centre.
  Venue said: From the moment your guests enter the venue, your party will be in capable hands. Main Restaurant Area can accommodate up to 150 guests seated or 200 standing, which makes it a perfect place for any kind or size of event.

Smaller Christmas restaurants usually fit up to 30 guests seated. Here are some great options in Edinburgh, based on Tagvenue data as of August 2026:

• The Tasting Cellar at Christmas at Cask and Vine, rated 4.6/5 - dining room for 12 guests
  Venue said: Located just off Edinburgh’s historic Royal Mile, our intimate wine and whisky bistro offers a unique space for private dining, meetings, tastings, and small celebrations, with a warm interior and a focus on quality, creating...

• Chef’s Table at Hotel du Vin Edinburgh, rated 4.8/5 - dining room for 8 guests
  Our user said: ‘Great location. Easy accessible from Edinburgh Waverley train station.’

• Main Restaurant at Cardinal Restaurant - dining room for 30 guests
  Venue said: The main dining room is cosy and welcoming—perfect if you want a relaxed meal without the fuss of a big crowd. It’s a small space, so you’ll feel like you’re part of something a bit special, but there’s still enough room...

Cheap Christmas restaurants in Edinburgh start from £40 hire fee per hour or £15 per person. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of August 2026:

• The Tasting Cellar at Christmas at Cask and Vine, from £40 hire fee per hour (up to 12 guests seated)
  Venue said: Seating up to 12 guests, The Tasting Cellar is located beneath our wine and whisky bistro, offering a warm setting perfect for private dining, whisky or wine tastings, business meetings, team meetings, client dinners, networking...

• Whole Venue at Hungry Wolf, from £15 per person (up to 15 guests seated)
  Venue said: Our venue has a cozy atmosphere, with a mix of colorful tablecloths, wall art, and decorations that give it a unique and inviting vibe. The walls are decorated with different kinds of artwork, bottles, and flags, adding to...

• Entire Restaurant at Dublin Street Social, from £200 hire fee per day (up to 50 guests seated)
  Venue said: Dublin Street Social is a neighbourhood bar and restaurant located in the heart of Edinburgh's New Town. With a relaxed and contemporary feel, it's a flexible space suited for everything from casual drinks to larger celebrations.

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.