#1 Restaurant for Casual Dining in the UK, #9 in the World for 2024

as voted by Tripadvisor users

THE GOOD, THE BAD & THE UGLY

Being an independent restaurant, we strive to punch above our weight. Our food and service are amongst the most highly rated in Edinburgh and we work hard everyday to keep it that way. We know that hard work, attention to detail, and creativity bring success in this industry.

Alongside over 16,000 5* reviews across TripAdvisor and Google, we won awards for our ethical behaviour in business as well as “Best Casual Dining” in the UK. Six times. TripAdvisor saw us win their Travellers’ Choice Award. 8 years in a row.

Your reviews are important to our business and yes they make a huge difference. So, thank you !

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TRAVELLERS’ CHOICE AWARD 2024

As voted by TripAdvisor diners all over the world ! Makars has won this award for 6 years running.

Best service

2025

Makars Mash Bar

RESTAURANT GURU AWARDS 2025

We won the awards for Best Atmosphere and Best Service as voted by Restaurant Guru Diners.

DINERS’ CHOICE AWARD 2022

As voted by OpenTable diners from around the globe ! We are very proud to have won this award the last three years.

OPENTABLE’S TOP 100 IN THE UK 2022

The top 100 list features restaurants from across the country beloved by OpenTable diners.