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Lunch Venues for Hire in Edinburgh

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Top Venues for Lunch Events in Edinburgh

Haggis, tikka masala, and a great pub lunch? Aye, you’ll find them all here. If you're on the hunt for lunch venues Edinburgh locals actually rate, you've hit the jackpot. From wallet-friendly cafés near the Royal Mile to upscale dining rooms around George Street, Tagvenue lists the best spots across the city. Got a small team outing or a big group to feed? Sorted. Craving spicy Indian or classic British fare with sticky toffee pudding to finish? We've got options that'll hit the spot without hitting your budget. Have a wee scroll and find your perfect lunch venues in Edinburgh today.

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Conservatory
from £30
hire fee / per session
Conservatory
65
100
Tanners
Edinburgh
Restaurant
Private space
So whether you're looking for a cozy evening out or planning a special event, Tanners is the place to be.
Private Dining Area
from £15
per person / per session
Private Dining Area
10
15
Eastern Pavilion
Corstorphine, Edinburgh
Dining Room in a Restaurant
Semi-private area
The soft lighting and refined decor make it an ideal setting for family dinners, private celebrations, or business meetings. Surrounded by subtle accents and attention to detail, this space offers both comfort and privacy,
Restaurant
from £15
per person / per session
Restaurant
60
50
The Salisbury Arms, Edinburgh
(4)
Edinburgh
Dining Room in a Pub
Semi-private area
With seating for up to 60 guests for a sit-down meal or up to 50 guests for a relaxed buffet-style event or drinks reception, our Dining Room provides the perfect backdrop for creating cherished memories with your loved ones.
Entire Restaurant
from £30
minimum spend / per session
Entire Restaurant
70
100
Pizza Geeks Easter Road
Leith, Edinburgh
Restaurant
Whole venue
It is the perfect scene for your pizza adventure. Our spot is ideal for birthdays, meetups, and special celebrations. The vibe is fun and welcoming.
Main Dining
from £40
minimum spend / per session
Main Dining
30
48
Evergreen Bar & Kitchen
West End, Edinburgh
Dining Room in a Bar
Private space
Located in Edinburgh’s West End, Evergreen is an independently owned bar and kitchen with 60 covers and a total capacity of 90 guests. The venue serves brunch, lunch, and dinner, along with a curated drinks menu featuring
Function Space
from £200
hire fee / per session
Function Space
120
168
The Pavilion at Myreside
(1)
Morningside, Edinburgh
Function Room in a Restaurant
Private space
The Pavilion at Myreside offers an elegant function space with a capacity of 120 guests, perfect for weddings, celebrations, and corporate events. The room features large windows for natural light, a fireplace, and modern
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Semi-private Area
from £20
per person / per session
Semi-private Area
20
30
Caley Sample Room
(5)
Merchiston, Edinburgh
Dining Room in a Pub
Shared space
N
Nuria V.
“Tom and his team where very nice and made changes to accommodate all of us. Really appreciate it .”
The Dining Room
from £1500
minimum spend / per evening
The Dining Room
20
35
Kimpton Charlotte Square Edinburgh
(14)
New Town, Edinburgh
Hotel
Private space
C
Christmasparty2022
“The venue was beautifully decorated and presented”
Chef’s Table
from £45
per person / per session
Chef’s Table
8
Hotel du Vin Edinburgh
(2)
Old Town, Edinburgh
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Dining Room in a Hotel
Private space
L
Lara D.
“Fabulous experience, couldn’t recommend the Burke and Hare private room enough.”
The Parlour
from £30
per person / per session
The Parlour
50
60
Alchemist George Street
New Town, Edinburgh
Dining Room in a Restaurant
Private space
The private room at The Alchemist George Street gives you a separate space right in the middle of Edinburgh’s city centre. It’s a good fit for corporate meetings, private dining, or networking events when you want something
Twenty Princess Restaurant
from £40
per person / per session
Twenty Princess Restaurant
100
100
Hotel Indigo Edinburgh - Princes Street
(6)
New Town, Edinburgh
Hotel
Private space
Twenty Princes Street offers an incredible space available for any occasion - from special celebrations to office lunches or the most decadent dinner party you can imagine!
Full Venue
from £45
minimum spend / per session
Full Venue
60
Six by Nico - 97 Hanover St
New Town, Edinburgh
Restaurant
Whole venue
Six by Nico Hanover St is a stylish and recently renovated venue, conveniently located on Hanover St, Edinburgh - making it easily accessible for nearby parking and public transport links!
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Lunch Venues for Hire in Edinburgh

Frequently Asked Questions

Booking costs of lunch venues 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 May 2026:

Prices of lunch venues in Edinburgh
From £25 to £45 per person
From £225 to £1500 minimum spend per event
From £200 to £750 hire fee per event

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

  • Boudoir at Brewhemia in Old Town - rated 4.9/5
    Our user said: ‘Food choices for catering were good and the food was excellent Drinks packages offered had a good variety...’

  • Brasserie at The Glasshouse in Broughton - rated 4.9/5
    Our user said: ‘My event went amazingly well all thanks so the staff at The Glasshouse.’

  • Brasserie at Malmaison Edinburgh City in New Town - rated 4.8/5
    Our user said: ‘I liked the layout and the furniture. I liked the size of the venue. I liked the look of everything inside it.’

You'll find lunch venues 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 (May 2026):

Small up to 30 guests prices average £275 minimum spend per event
Medium between 50 and 70 guests prices average £400 minimum spend per event
Large over 90 guests prices average £3000 minimum spend per event

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.
  • The Parlour at Alchemist George Street on 51 George Street - 0.2 mi from centre.
    Venue said: The private room at The Alchemist George Street offers a stylish and exclusive setting in the heart of Edinburgh’s city centre, ideal for corporate meetings, private dining, and networking events.
  • Welcome East & West (Joint) at The Royal Society of Edinburgh on 22-26 George Street - 0.3 mi from centre.
    Venue said: RSE Venue – Edinburgh’s Historic Event Space Located in the heart of Edinburgh’s city centre, within the home of the prestigious Royal Society of Edinburgh, our venue offers a unique and memorable setting—just a 5-minute...

Based on Tagvenue data (as of May 2026), users looking for lunch venues most commonly go for these venue types:

Restaurant prices average £1000 minimum spend per event typically between 30 and 100 guests
Dining Room prices average £1500 minimum spend per event typically between 15 and 60 guests
Hotel prices average £500 minimum spend per event typically between 35 and 80 guests
Bar prices average £250 hire fee per event typically between 100 and 150 guests
Function Room prices average £600 minimum spend per event typically between 40 and 80 guests

For something classy, consider Hawksmoor Edinburgh or Gaucho Edinburgh; both offer elegant private dining rooms in the heart of New Town. Minimum spends for these spaces typically begin around £1,500 for an afternoon session and can go well over £10,000 for full restaurant hires. For more intimate formal dining, The Roseate Edinburgh in Haymarket has rooms with minimum spends from £275, and the venue is known for its refined surroundings and attentive service.

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