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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 £275
minimum spend / per dayCheck availabilityClub Prive Conservatory
10 guestsThe Roseate EdinburghHaymarket, EdinburghKKelsey H.
“The space was exactly what we needed! The staff was so friendly and helpful, and the catering was delicious.” -
![The Dunstane Restaurant & Bar at The Roseate Edinburgh in Haymarket, Edinburgh]()
from £500
minimum spend / per dayCheck availabilityThe Dunstane Restaurant & Bar
28 guestsThe Roseate EdinburghHaymarket, EdinburghCCynthia E.
“We were allowed to have our drinks in the restaurant as we ordered many welcome cocktails.” -
![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.” -
![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.” -
![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” -
![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.” -
![Whole Venue at Gaucho Edinburgh in New Town, Edinburgh]()
from £10000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityWhole Venue
134 guestsGaucho EdinburghNew Town, EdinburghAAlexander
“Swift, informative booking experience. Excellent staff, good food.” -
![Jig Room at Granary in Leith, Edinburgh]()
from £600
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityJig Room
60 guestsGranaryLeith, EdinburghAAnn-marie E.
“Everybody had a fantastic time, myself included - highly recommend!” -
![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.” -
![The Bothy at The Murrayfield Hotel in Murrayfield, Edinburgh]()
from £32
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Bothy
45 guestsThe Murrayfield HotelMurrayfield, EdinburghZZebib K.
“We so appreciated the venue's staff, and the clear communication beforehand.” -
![Semi-private Area at Caley Sample Room in Merchiston, Edinburgh]()
from £20
per person / per sessionCheck availabilitySemi-private Area
20 guestsCaley Sample RoomMerchiston, EdinburghNNuria V.
“Tom and his team where very nice and made changes to accommodate all of us. Really appreciate it .”
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Frequently Asked Questions
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 April 2026:
| From £20 | to £40 | 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 April 2026), the best options include:
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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.’ -
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 (April 2026):
| Small | up to 30 guests | prices average £275 minimum spend per event |
| Medium | between 50 and 75 guests | prices average £400 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 90 guests | prices average £2000 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. -
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...
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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