8 Best French Restaurants In Edinburgh 2023

If you’re tired of haggis and smoked salmon, you’ll be looking to try some different cuisines in Edinburgh. French cuisine is a great choice, as there’s actually a whole host of French restaurants in the city that use french cooking techniques. Here are the 8 best french restaurants in Edinburgh.

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1. Chez Jules

109 Hanover St, Edinburgh EH2 1DJ

Chez Jules is one of those places that everyone who eats there raves about, with a buzzing but low key atmosphere. They serve classic french dishes like escargots, mussels and coq au vin. They also offer a killer seafood platter featuring a whole lobster, oysters and more. Don’t miss their lunch deal where you get 3 courses for only £11.90!

Website: chezjulesbistro.com

Price: Mains range from £13 – £50

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2. La Garrigue

31 Jeffrey St, Edinburgh EH1 1DH

Open for over 20 years, La Garrigue offers rustic family style cooking, complimented by the finest French wines. It’s loved by locals and critics alike, and was named as Gordon Ramsay’s favourite bistro. It’s been the winner of numerous AA rosettes.

Website: lagarrigue.co.uk

Price: Mains from £18.50

3. Cafe Marlayne

76 Thistle St, Edinburgh EH2 1EN

Cafe Maylayne features a classic French menu in a lively bistro setting. The vibe is welcoming and casual, with an elevated menu that changes every week.

Website: cafemarlayne.com

Price: Two courses for £27.90

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4. Petit Paris

38-40 Grassmarket, Edinburgh EH1 2JU

This intimate french restaurant in Edinburgh’s Grassmarket has been spreading their Parisian charm for over a decade. Enjoy French classics such as grilled snails, coq au vin and entrecote steak.

Website: petitparis-restaurant.co.uk

Price: Mains from £17

5. Le Petit Café

32 Morrison St, Edinburgh EH3 8BJ

For your French breakfast or brunch stop, head to Le Petit Café. They serve amazing traditional crepes, pastries and freshly squeezed orange juice. Everything here is homemade with love.

Website: lepetitcafe-edinburgh.com

Price: Crepes start at £6

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6. La P’tite Folie

9 Randolph Pl, Edinburgh EH2 1LH

Enjoy contemporary French dining at La P’tite Folie, with a relaxed and romantic vibe. Located right in the center of Edinburgh’s West End, it’s become a popular choice for dinners and business lunches.

Website: laptitefolie.co.uk

Price: Mains start from £14

7. L’Escargot Bleu Restaurant and Wine Bar

56 Broughton St, Edinburgh EH1 3SA

Bistro L’Escargot has been dishing up classic French food on Broughton Street for over 13 years. They combine local ingredients with traditional techniques. Take your pick from their every changing blackboard menu, usually featuring dishes such as snails, foie gras and braised beef.

Website: lescargotbleu.co.uk

Price: Mains start from £14

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8. Cafe St Honore

34 Thistle St N W Ln, Edinburgh EH2 1EA

Offering a menu that changes with the seasons, Cafe St Honore is a multi-award-winning French restaurant in Edinburgh. Tucked away down a cobbled lane, the restaurant is just two minutes from Princes street. It’s the perfect lunchtime pitstop or the ideal place to kick off your evening.

Website: cafesthonore.com

Price: Mains start from £23

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