The Gardener's Cottage
451 Reviews
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- Friday12–11 PM
- Saturday12–11 PM
- SundayClosed
- MondayClosed
- TuesdayClosed
- WednesdayClosed
- Thursday5–11 PM
About the Business
The Gardener's Cottage | Our menus change with the seasons using the best produce that we can find. We’ve teamed up with our favourite local suppliers and makers to bring you vibrant and wholesome flavours in a relaxed setting.
Contacts
Call Us
+441315581221
Royal Terrace Gardens, 1 London Rd, Edinburgh EH7 5DX
Hours
- Friday12–11 PM
- Saturday12–11 PM
- SundayClosed
- MondayClosed
- TuesdayClosed
- WednesdayClosed
- Thursday5–11 PM
Features
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
- Credit cards
- Delivery
- Wheelchair-accessible car park
- Wi-Fi
- Dine-in
- Takeaway
- Fireplace
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Free water refills
- Healthy options
- Organic dishes
- Spirits
- Vegetarian options
- Wine
- Dinner
- Catering
- Dessert
- Seating
- Toilets
- Cosy
- Romantic
- Groups
- Accepts reservations
- Lunch
- Casual
- Brunch
- Upmarket
- Outdoor seating
- Reservations required
- Great cocktails
Recommended Reviews
Dave
14.03.2024
The Gardener's Cottage
Don't miss out on visiting this delightful, laid-back place, serving a fixed lunch of excellently prepared and presented dishes. We loved the whole experience! Thank you Gardener's Cottage.
Chris L
04.03.2024
The Gardener's Cottage
My wife and I had a wonderful meal at the Gardner’s Cottage. It was the first time both of us ever had a set menu and it did not disappoint. Do not go here if you’re a picky eater, but if you want to have a good adventure, you’ll have one. The food was all nearly local as well. Every dish was delicious and a great combination of flavors. The staff was all very friendly and hospitable. Highly recommended.
L H
29.02.2024
The Gardener's Cottage
Very nice atmosphere, intimate and cosy. The meals were good, discovered some new flavours.Be careful, they put a service charge automatically of around 25 pounds. And ask you if “it’s okay” but it felt forceful…We left with some disappointing feeling.
Rick Allen
06.02.2024
The Gardener's Cottage
A really special place - beginning with its unique location proximate to the center of the city, but hard to spot even when you're in front of the cottage. Wonderful food, locally and sustainably based, with the dishes highly varied and consistently delicious. Two communal tables and prix fixe menu; don't come if you're exchanging state secrets or only like chicken nuggets. Multiple menus (standard, vegan and pescatarian). A bit pricey, but not for an evening's entertainment at this level. Highly recommend.
Barbara Schmidt-Roy
30.12.2023
The Gardener's Cottage
We ate there one night on our visit to Edinburgh. I was so impressed and enjoyed every moment. What fun and excellent dining!!
Robyn Lewis
24.12.2023
The Gardener's Cottage
Unique and romantic experience from a very friendly and knowledgeable team. Great service and wonderful food with the wine flight to accompany it. I will certainly be back. Highly recommended.
Sarah MacLean
18.12.2023
The Gardener's Cottage
I went from dreaming about going back to this restaurant and feeling excited to bring my husband here to being so disappointed and disillusioned. I really wish we could get a refund. The price did not match the quality. My fish was dry, the “second course” was a cracker (advertised as a tart) with some fish and mayonnaise and chives, the main course was not well prepared, incredibly lacking in finesse for spending 85 pound and finally the dessert lacked any creativity or finesse as well. It was not worth what they asked for…to be honest, I wasn’t sure about going there after they increased the price to 85 pound after I booked but I had to pay 20 pound per person to even book and that was not refundable otherwise I would have changed directions. The first time I came, I got 8 courses, they were unique and interesting and good portion sizes. I loved it. I’m sooooo sad this is what has become. I was hopeful it could be good but it’s not. The saving Grace with the manager who was understanding and listened to our issues. I wish we had spent our evening somewhere else for MUCH less money. We have had much better food for much less of the cost so let’s not blame it on “inflation”, I would say quite possibly this restaurant is failing and the owners are passing more cost along to the guests than should be legal.
Chris Adams
17.12.2023
The Gardener's Cottage
Lovely lunch. 3 course Set menu plus shared cheese plate beautifully cooked, simple but delicious, and served with well priced matched wines. Bench seating and the small room means it’s quite noisy and not very private, but if you’re ok with that it’s a lovely room. Maybe felt a little rushed this time?
Joe Longoria
17.12.2023
The Gardener's Cottage
We were visiting from the states and had an opportunity to enjoy dinner on a Friday night. No expectations other than the listing in the Michelen guide. The menu was a 5 course offering that had the added wine pairings. There was a small faux pas with the first wine delivery, but other than that the meal was excellent. The bread was served with a tasty strawberry butter that was a great start. We also enjoyed a crab tart, cod over crab bisque and carrots, venison that was incredibly tender and flavorful, and a dessert tart that included a berry assortment. We were fortunate to be seated next to two couples that shared conversation to make the meal even more enjoyable. Highly recommended. The price was commensurate with a starred restaurant but worth the price. Many thanks to the staff for an nice dinner experience.
David Møller
17.12.2023
The Gardener's Cottage
The food was excellent, but it was very small portions and quite expensive for the amount. Tasted excellent though. Really nice place and friendly personal.
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Royal Terrace Gardens, 1 London Rd, Edinburgh EH7 5DX
The Gardener's Cottage