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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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![Club Prive Conservatory at The Roseate Edinburgh in Haymarket, Edinburgh]()
from £400
minimum spend / per dayCheck availabilityClub Prive Conservatory
10 guestsThe Roseate EdinburghHaymarket, Edinburgh
#Supervenue
KKelsey H.
“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, Edinburgh]()
from £600
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityJig Room
60 guestsGranaryLeith, EdinburghRRoss M.
“Great room in a prime location, staff were very supportive prior and at the event.” -
![Private Wine Room at Gaucho Edinburgh in New Town, Edinburgh]()
from £45
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityPrivate Wine Room
14 guestsGaucho EdinburghNew Town, EdinburghAAlexander
“Swift, informative booking experience. Excellent staff, good food.” -
![Twenty Princess Restaurant at Hotel Indigo Edinburgh - Princes Street in New Town, Edinburgh]()
from £40
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityTwenty Princess Restaurant
100 guestsHotel Indigo Edinburgh - Princes StreetNew Town, EdinburghSStacie F.
“On the night the restaurant was totally prepared and organised, with name cards for everyone.” -
![Brasserie at Malmaison Edinburgh City in New Town, Edinburgh]()
from £49
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityBrasserie
50 guestsMalmaison Edinburgh CityNew Town, Edinburgh
#Supervenue
UUmesh R.
“The decor, ambience, service, staff, food and choice of drinks” -
![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.” -
![Beer Palace at Brewhemia in Old Town, Edinburgh]()
from £5000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck 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.” -
![Bothy at Brewhemia in Old Town, Edinburgh]()
from £30
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityBothy
40 guestsBrewhemiaOld Town, EdinburghBBoyd's
“Great Festive decorations and atmosphere for a Christmas lunch” -
![The Bothy at The Murrayfield Hotel in Murrayfield, Edinburgh]()
from £32
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Bothy
45 guestsThe Murrayfield HotelMurrayfield, EdinburghMMaria M.
“All of me and my partner's request were given very careful consideration and the event itself went smoothly.” -
![Brasserie at The Glasshouse in Broughton, Edinburgh]()
from £65
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityBrasserie
80 guestsThe GlasshouseBroughton, EdinburghKKaren D.
“My event went amazingly well all thanks so the staff at The Glasshouse.” -
![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, EdinburghGGraham
“Amazing service, amazing venue, private loos and bar, private outside space. Space hire great value.” -
![The Tasting Cellar at Cask and Vine in Old Town, Edinburgh]()
from £40
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityThe Tasting Cellar
12 guestsCask and VineOld Town, EdinburghDDavid A.
“The staff could not have been more supportive for the event I put on there on an extremely busy weekend.”
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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 £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 September 2026), the best options include:
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Twenty Princess Restaurant at Hotel Indigo Edinburgh - Princes Street in New Town - rated 5/5
Our user said: ‘All the attendees loved the atmosphere and the view. Really, it couldn't have been better.’ -
Club Prive Conservatory at The Roseate Edinburgh in Haymarket - rated 4.7/5
Our user said: ‘The space we hired was ideal for the party as it was private and quiet.’ -
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 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 (September 2026):
| Small | up to 30 guests | prices average £400 minimum spend per event |
| Medium | between 50 and 75 guests | prices average £500 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 90 guests | prices average £2500 minimum spend per event |
These are the venues within 0.3 mi from central Edinburgh, available to book on Tagvenue:
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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. -
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... -
Semi Private Area at Eidyn
on 53 Princes Street Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh - 0.3 mi from centre.
Venue said: With views across Princes Street Gardens and Edinburgh’s skyline, the space provides a scenic backdrop for private dinners, birthday celebrations, corporate dining, family gatherings and other special occasions.
Based on Tagvenue data (as of September 2026), users looking for lunch venues most commonly go for these venue types:
| Restaurant | prices average £500 minimum spend per event | typically between 25 and 90 guests |
| Dining Room | prices average £850 minimum spend per event | typically between 15 and 60 guests |
| Hotel | prices average £400 minimum spend per event | typically between 35 and 80 guests |
| Event Space | prices average £1800 hire fee per event | typically between 25 and 100 guests |
Smaller lunch venues usually fit up to 30 guests seated. Here are some great options in Edinburgh, based on Tagvenue data as of September 2026:
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Chef’s Table at Hotel du Vin Edinburgh, rated 4.8/5 - dining room for 8 guests
Our user said: ‘We had 21 guests at an anniversary dinner and we hired was perfect for that size.’ -
Private Dining Room at Malmaison Edinburgh City, rated 4.8/5 - dining room for 10 guests
Venue said: An intimate and stylish space, the PDR is perfect for private dinners, small meetings or executive gatherings. With space for up to 10 guests, it offers a discreet setting with all the grace and service you'd expect from... -
Private Dining Room at Côte Brasserie Edinburgh, rated 5/5 - dining room for 14 guests
Venue said: Ideal for celebrations, large group dinners, or corporate lunches, Côte Edinburgh features private dining rooms that provide an intimate and memorable dining experience.
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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