Steak house · Edinburgh
Tucked into the converted arches beside Waverley station, this is a smarter, louder sort of steak place than the usual family stop — a bar downstairs with hanging sofas, a sleeker room upstairs with a view over Calton Hill. Buggy access, high chairs and a kids' menu are all sorted, and there's outdoor seating if you need air. The steaks are the draw (rump done properly pink, tiger prawn starters, straw fries that get raved about), and the sticky toffee apple cake is worth the wait. Staff are quick and friendly even with walk-ins. Two honest snags: the music can get loud enough to make conversation hard, and portions are deceptive — one parent found a 900g sharing steak "could have" fed one person, not four, so order sides and don't skimp.
A little something creative for your next meal out. Filled with colouring, simple drawing prompts for cute animals, origami and conversation starters designed to bring more play, laughter and connection to the table. 3 free printable packs for toddlers, preschoolers and primary-aged children.
A friendly Edinburgh coffee shop with outdoor seating and vegan options, warmly rated by over a thousand visitors.
A well-loved Edinburgh café with outdoor seating and vegan options, easy on the wallet for a family coffee stop.
A relaxed Edinburgh Scottish bar-restaurant with outdoor seating plus vegan and gluten-free options, well rated by over 600 visitors.