Some of the most prominent figures in Scottish hospitality have united to position Edinburgh’s waterfront in Leith as Scotland’s leading fine dining hub.
Leith, home to three Michelin-starred restaurants, a Michelin Bib Gourmand venue, and a two AA Rosette restaurant aboard Scotland’s only five-star luxury floating hotel, now boasts more fine dining establishments than any other area in the country.
The historic Port of Leith also features the UK’s first vertical distillery, the iconic Royal Yacht Britannia, and an array of top-tier seafood restaurants showcasing the finest catches from Scotland’s shores.
This new campaign is supported by Michelin-starred chefs Tom Kitchin, Martin Wishart, and Sam Yorke of Heron; Roberta Hall-McCarron from The Little Chartroom and Bib Gourmand-awarded Ardfern; Fingal Hotel’s The Lighthouse Restaurant; and Barry Bryson’s newly opened Barry Fish.
The Port of Leith Distillery elevates the experience further with its rooftop bar and restaurant offering panoramic views of the Shore and Edinburgh skyline.
To celebrate spring and Easter, this collective aims to attract more local diners as well as visitors from across Scotland, the UK, and beyond.
Commenting on the initiative, Tom Kitchin remarked: “Edinburgh’s waterfront has definitely earned its reputation as a world-class restaurant destination over recent years, so I’m really excited to be teaming up with other top chefs and venues around the Shore to help reach an even wider local, national and international audience.”
Martin Wishart added: “The quality and range of restaurants and bars in this coastal neighbourhood is outstanding. It’s a pleasure to be in the company of such a wide range of talented chefs.”
Fingal Hotel has established itself as a culinary hotspot with its Art Deco elegance and two AA Rosettes for excellence. Chief Executive Franck Bruyère stated: “We’re building on Fingal’s reputation for culinary excellence by showcasing only the best Scottish seasonal produce. In 2025, we’re introducing a new private dining experience inspired by Fingal’s maritime heritage.”
Barry Bryson, who recently launched Barry Fish on the Shore, shared: “Our dining experience is designed for everyone.
We are not a special occasion restaurant, but we do want to be a special restaurant. It’s about creating something that fits well with a community of diners—that’s who I am.”
With improved accessibility via Edinburgh Trams connecting Leith to the city centre and airport, this vibrant waterfront is poised to cement its status as Scotland’s premier dining destination.
