Pibroch Scottish Restaurant

Liked the restaurant the first time, so had to come back again. We can fully recommend this restaurant for quality of meals, atmosphere, fantastic attentive staff with a superb chef. Other establishments in Edinburgh did not come up to Pibroch's standards we felt. Definitely the one to choose, if up this way.

Randomly walked by this restaurant and went in for dinner, had the Scottish salmon cakes and Haggis with red wine reduction, along with a glass of pinot grigio. The dishes were excellent: the salmon cakes with crisp coating and a fruity salsa and arugula garnish; among the best salmon cakes I've ever had. The Haggis was not typical with a spicy flavor and no aftertaste of sweet breads and other proteins typical of haggis. The red wine reduction gave a satisfying finish to the overall taste of the dish, the best haggis I've ever had (having enjoyed many servings of haggis over the years, especially around Robbie Burns Day!). Instead of dessert I had a dram of 10 year old Talisker single malt whisky, which made for a nice conclusion to a marvelous gastronomic experience. The service was friendly and professional, with the right amount of attentiveness. Covid19 protocols were in place, with contact tracing documentation and tables are well spaced. The decor is warm, modern, muted, understated yet inviting. I would go again. And highly recommend this restaurant for a great dining experience.

Lovely gem, no doubt at all. A sort of earthy ambience, with kind and enthusiastic service to match. The space is bright and homey, warm… The food was top notch in my opinion. Salmon cooked perfectly, roasted sides a gorgeous texture, nothing too much or not enough. In particular the smoked haddock cream stew was just so indulgent and tasty I ordered another without shame. The desserts as well a smash hit! If I was local this would be a staple of some monthly sort. I found the cuisine to be a bit less pretentious and “modern European” as every other restaurant in the UK; a bit more rustic with an identity of its own and thank goodness for that. I suppose with the wrong information you may mistake this for a quick stop bistro but it is anything but. This is a full proper restaurant and It’s deserving of praise and attendance, thank you!

Our experience of Edinburgh thus far has been some what hit and miss. The rules regarding having a 6 month old child and trying to dine out has been a nightmare. That said this place has truly changed the game. Incredible food and I mean incredible!! The steak was one of the best I’ve ever had and I’ve had a lot of steak. The service was good and friendly. Coming back tomorrow for another choice of menu options.