David Bann
For top-notch vegetarian cuisine, David Bann is the place to eat in Edinburgh. The restaurant serves vegetarian and vegan food with a Thai, Indian, Mediterranean or Pacific flair, and at inexpensive prices. For an appetizer, try the mushroom and curd tortellini or olives with homemade bread. Entrees include crêpe of mushroom and tarragon, and organic Udon noodles with ginger red pepper sauce and tofu. The desserts too are spectacular with the rich dark chocolate soufflé a must-eat. Locals know David Bann as one of the top restaurants at The Taste of Edinburgh Festival every year, so it's always a popular choice for lunch and dinner.
David Bann
56-58 St Mary's Street, Edinburgh,
(Off the Royal Mile and the Cowgate)
Tel: 011 (+44) 131 556 5888
www.davidbann.com
Haldanes at The Albany
With awards for "City Chef of the Year" and "City Restaurant of the Year," Haldanes should not be missed. The chef at Haldanes uses local Scottish produce to serve such delights as pan-fried fillet of sea bass with crayfish, mussels and leeks, and roast duck with savoy cabbage and panchetta. The atmosphere at Haldanes is understated, elegant and lovely and the restaurant offers a true taste of superb nouveau Scottish cuisine.
Haldanes at The Albany
39a Albany Street
Edinburgh
Tel: 011 (+44) 131 556 8407
www.haldanesrestaurant.com
Bisque Bar and Brasserie
Bisque Bar and Brasserie is a perfect place to have a snack or a meal after a walk in the beautiful countryside near Edinburgh. It's low-key and relaxed but still stylish. The restaurant serves breakfast, lunch and dinner and meals can be as heavy or as light as you like. Eggs benedict, fresh fruit or a vegetarian grill are great choices for breakfast. For something heavier for lunch or dinner, try a pasta dish or maybe breast of chicken with haggis. The menus are extensive and offer meat, fish, chicken and vegetarian options, all served in a lovely atmosphere. In fine weather, don't miss the heated terrace - a gorgeous place to enjoy a lovely Edinburgh afternoon.
Bisque Bar and Brasserie
69 Bruntsfield Place
Edinburgh
Tel: 011 (+44) 131 229 8163
www.bisquebar.com
Article Written By Rachel Reeves
Rachel Reeves is a full-time freelance writer and editor, currently based in Bangkok, Thailand. She has been writing since 1984 and has been published in the "Dallas Morning News," "Santa Monica Mirror," "Bangkok Post," and Associated Content.com and Zappos.com. Reeves has a Bachelor of Arts in political science from Miami University.
