Indigo Yard was among the 1990s pioneers of Edinburgh’s hip eating and drinking scene; one of the first to combine a modern bar with a cosmopolitan restaurant. It’s no longer quite cutting edge – the in-crowd all frequent George Street venues – but what it hasn’t lost is its cheerful vibe and the chance to drink a bit, dine a...

Mum’s started out as a sausage-and-mash place and that’s where it’s strongpoint still lies, with a good variety to choose from. But many of the other hearty dishes, like steak-and-ale pie and their burgers are great too. Their boast of serving “Great comfort food” is justified and, with mains averaging £9, prices are reasonable too.

From its location high up in the National Museum, the smart Tower Restaurant is blessed with great castle views and a handy location if you’ve been exploring the exhibits below. Sadly, being far from street-level, the Restaurant can be a bit empty and soulless yet the quality of the food, which is mostly regional (such as Argyll oysters, seafood, game...

Relaxed cellar bistro with an urban-rustic vibe (sparse wood and stone interiors and original features like ovens and fireplaces) and fresh, organic food, wines and beers. The blackboard menu is a good source of inventive specials, and there’s a great for range of veggie options. If you haven’t had vegetarian haggis, this is a good place to try it –...