TimberyardvsThe Kitchin
Both establishments are endorsed by professional reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, The Kitchin scores significantly higher than Timberyard. The Kitchin comes in at 92 with positive reviews from 8 sources like Lonely Planet, Time Out and Michelin Guide.
Timberyard
Time Out
Michelin Guide
Fodor's
Frommer's Michelin Guide
10 Lady Lawson Street, Edinburgh, Scotland
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Time Out "Elaborate and dishes in an artistic setting. Expect unusual ingredients and exciting combinations that run from drinks to dessert, as well as a hipster vibe." Full review
Michelin Guide Michelin Plate
"Trendy warehouse restaurant; its spacious, rustic interior incorporating wooden floors and wood-burning stoves." Full review
Fodor's "There are few restaurants that feel so wonderfully fresh and, well, Edinburgh as this one." Full review
Frommer's "Tucked behind a giant red doorway, the space opens out into the Warehouse, an industrial-scale dining area with metal columns, rough-hewn floor, and tartan rugs flung over chairs." Full review
Michelin Guide1 Star
"The rustic warehouse aesthetic is the perfect backdrop to an ethos that centres around the local, the seasonal, and letting ingredients speak for themselves" 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.
