Lunch Venues for Hire in Edinburgh

Booking costs of lunch venues average £32 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 March 2026:

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

• 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.’

• Beer Palace 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.’

• Grand Cafe Edinburgh at The Scotsman Hotel in Old Town - rated 4.7/5
  Our user said: ‘Very good food and drink and the rooms were great. I liked the decoration of the tables and the rooms too.’

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 (March 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.
• 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.
• Entire Venue at Dragonfly Cocktail Bar on 52 West Port - 0.3 mi from centre.
  Our user said: ‘The venue’s central location made it very easy for everyone to find.’

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.