The Pakora Bar

Restaurant

#15 of 137 Restaurant venues in Edinburgh
#14 of 88 Bridal Shower venues in Edinburgh City Centre
111 Holyrood Road, Edinburgh, EH8 8PJ –
Old Town, Edinburgh
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Spaces for hire at The Pakora Bar

Entire Venue
Restaurant
·
Whole venue
87 seats
140 standing
We are a friendly, colorful, independent restaurant and bar on Hollyrood Road in Edinburgh’s Old Town. We offer lunch & Dinner, Cocktails, and Chai Indian street food with a Scottish twist. Our beautiful hand-textured orange walls, plants, and paintings, you can relax over lunch or dinner away from the hustle and bustle of the Royal Mile, enjoy a ...

Alcohol licence until 23:30
Unavailable: Alcohol licence extension
PA system / music speakers
Play your own music

Mezannine
Function Room
·
Private space
25 seats
40 standing
Mezannine, a Function Room in The Pakora Bar, is a raised, semi‑private lounge that provides an elevated social area separate from the main dining floor. Design: The space combines dark wood slatted panelling, a neon wall sign and globe pendant lights over round pale-wood tables and a long banquette. Natural light from tall windows, a planted feat...

Alcohol licence until 23:30
Unavailable: Alcohol licence extension
PA system / music speakers
Play your own music

Beer Garden
Garden
·
Semi-private area
50 seats
Beer Garden is a Garden in The Pakora Bar and a casual outdoor seating area that extends the restaurant's street-food setting. Design: The area features wooden picnic benches on artificial turf, low planters and young trees framed by nearby building facades. The proportions are open and linear, creating a communal courtyard feel rather than an enc...

Alcohol licence until 23:30
Unavailable: Alcohol licence extension
Unavailable: PA system / music speakers
Play your own music

Prices and opening hours

Monday
Closed
Tuesday
12:00 – 21:30
from £300–£600 min. spend
Entire Venue
12:00 – 21:30
from £300 min. spend
Mezannine
12:00 – 21:30
from £600 min. spend
Beer Garden
12:00 – 21:30
from £400 min. spend
Wednesday
12:00 – 21:30
from £300–£600 min. spend
Entire Venue
12:00 – 21:30
from £300 min. spend
Mezannine
12:00 – 21:30
from £600 min. spend
Beer Garden
12:00 – 21:30
from £400 min. spend
Thursday
12:00 – 21:30
from £300–£600 min. spend
Entire Venue
12:00 – 21:30
from £300 min. spend
Mezannine
12:00 – 21:30
from £600 min. spend
Beer Garden
12:00 – 21:30
from £400 min. spend
Friday
12:00 – 21:30
from £300–£600 min. spend
Entire Venue
12:00 – 21:30
from £300 min. spend
Mezannine
12:00 – 21:30
from £600 min. spend
Beer Garden
12:00 – 21:30
from £400 min. spend
Saturday
12:00 – 21:30
from £300–£600 min. spend
Entire Venue
12:00 – 21:30
from £300 min. spend
Mezannine
12:00 – 21:30
from £600 min. spend
Beer Garden
12:00 – 21:30
from £400 min. spend
Sunday
12:00 – 21:30
from £300–£600 min. spend
Entire Venue
12:00 – 21:30
from £300 min. spend
Mezannine
12:00 – 21:30
from £600 min. spend
Beer Garden
12:00 – 21:30
from £400 min. spend

Best Price guarantee: you will always pay the same price as booking directly with the venue, and we never add hidden or processing fees.

Facilities and catering options

Up to 140
standing
Up to 87
seats
In-house catering
Indian
cuisine
Parking available
Promoted / ticketed events
Alcohol provided
Unavailable: External catering allowed
Unavailable: Accommodation available
Unavailable: BYO alcohol

About The Pakora Bar

The Pakora Bar is a Tagvenue Partner. This business has registered with Tagvenue and agreed to our venue partner standards.

The Pakora Bar Description

The Pakora Bar in Edinburgh offers a vibrant and welcoming setting, ideal for private hire and special occasions. Combining contemporary style with warm Scottish hospitality, the venue creates a relaxed yet lively atmosphere that suits everything from birthday celebrations and corporate gatherings to casual get-togethers.

Inside, guests are greeted by modern décor accented with subtle Indian influences, creating a unique and inviting ambience. The layout is flexible, allowing for both seated dining and more informal standing events, making it easy to tailor the space to suit your needs. Soft lighting and carefully curated music add to the comfortable, sociable feel of the venue.

A key highlight of hiring The Pakora Bar is its exceptional food offering. Known for its freshly prepared Indian street food, the menu features a variety of flavourful pakoras, curries, and sharing plates, all made with high-quality ingredients. Catering packages can often be customised, ensuring your guests enjoy a memorable culinary experience.

The venue also offers a well-stocked bar, serving a range of drinks including cocktails, wines, beers, and non-alcoholic options. Friendly and attentive staff are on hand throughout your event, helping to ensure everything runs smoothly from start to finish.

Conveniently located in Edinburgh, The Pakora Bar is easily accessible for guests, making it an attractive choice for hosting events in the city. Whether you’re planning an intimate gathering or a larger celebration, the venue provides a stylish, comfortable, and flavourful backdrop for a truly enjoyable occasion.

FAQ

At The Pakora Bar, the following catering options are available:

  • In-house catering service is available
  • Refreshments for guests are offered

  • Paid parking facilities are available nearby

The Pakora Bar is located at 111 Holyrood Road, in Old Town, Edinburgh.

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