The Witchery RestaurantvsThe Kitchin
The Witchery by the Castle and The Kitchin are both rated very highly by writers. On balance, The Kitchin is preferred by most writers compared to The Witchery by the Castle. The Kitchin comes in at 92 with accolades from 8 reviews including Fodor's, Lonely Planet and DK Eyewitness.
The Witchery Restaurant
Concierge
Insight Guides
Travel + Leisure
Time Out
Rough Guide
Fodor's
Michelin Guide
Castlehill, The Royal Mile, Edinburgh EH1 2NF, Scotland
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Concierge "With its atmospheric oak-paneled main dining room and airy converted courtyard (known as the Secret Garden), dinner at this 16th-century building near the castle gates verges on the theatrical."
Insight Guides "This atmospheric place offers a theatrical candlelit experience and features traditional/new-wave Scottish cuisine, such as rabbit stuffed with black pudding or Scottish oysters and langoustines."
Travel + Leisure "The restaurant serves traditional baked Scottish crotin and rabbit wrapped in Parma ham—all cooked to perfection." Full review
Time Out "Old-school charm and decadent dining without the stuffiness." Full review
Rough Guide "An upmarket restaurant set in magnificently over-the-top medieval surroundings full of Gothic panelling, tapestries and heavy stonework, all a mere broomstick-hop from the Castle."
Fodor's "The hundreds of "witches" who were executed on Castlehill, just yards from where you'll be seated, are the inspiration for this outstanding and atmospheric restaurant."
Michelin Guide 0 Stars
"Located in a historic 16th century building at the gates of Edinburgh Castle, James Thomson's Witchery is the most atmospheric and spectacular dining destination in the city." Full review
The Kitchin Concierge Time Out
DK Eyewitness Rough Guide Michelin Guide
Lonely Planet Fodor's
Condé Nast Traveler
Frommer's
78 Commercial Quay, Leith, Edinburgh EH6 6LX, Scotland
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Concierge "This Leith restaurant has shot into Edinburgh's premier league since opening in June 2006."
Time Out "The tasting menus are the star at this bold, brilliant restaurant from Michelin-starred chef (and TV regular) Tom Kitchin." Full review
DK Eyewitness "A contemporary eatery in Edinburgh’s trendy Leith Waterfront area."
Rough Guide Star
"Offers some tantalizing dishes including rolled pig’s head with crispy ear salad...or razor clams with chorizo as well as tasting menus from £70."
Michelin Guide 0 Stars
"Set in a smart, converted whisky warehouse." Full review
Lonely PlanetTop choice
"Fresh, seasonal, locally sourced Scottish produce is the philosophy that has won a Michelin star for this elegant but unpretentious restaurant." Full review
Fodor's "One of the Edinburgh's most popular eateries, Tom Kitchin's award-winning venture packs in the crowds." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler "Tom and Michaela Kitchin have been awarded a Michelin star, among many other accolades. From the kilted server to the tasteful tartan decor, everything feels reassuringly expensive and well-executed." Full review
Frommer's "The restaurant is intimate and understated, despite the cheffy window onto the kitchen. Some people find Michelin-starred dining intimidating. This isn't." Full review
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Don't miss the signature surf and turf starter, pig's head and langoustine.
