Kalpna in Edinburgh: photos, reviews, menu

About

Kalpna, located in central Edinburgh, offers a delightful culinary experience for those craving Asian and Indian flavors. This moderately priced restaurant serves a diverse range of vegan and vegetarian options, alongside a selection of meat and fish dishes. The extensive buffet includes everything from freshly prepared biryani and kebabs to their signature dish, a uniquely crafted idli just for children.

Guests can enjoy a relaxed atmosphere while sampling their choice of beverages, including beer, wine, and a variety of hot drinks like coffee and tea. Whether you fancy a light lunch or a hearty dinner, Kalpna promises a delicious experience at a surprisingly affordable price.

Boasting on-street and free parking options, it's an easily accessible spot for a family gathering. Their polite, attentive staff ensure a warm and inviting ambiance, while the restaurant's immaculate cleanliness adds to the overall pleasant dining experience. Options for payment by credit card, reservations, takeaway, and food delivery make dining at Kalpna convenient, catering to both planned visits and spontaneous cravings.

Price

$$$$ 10 - 20 GBP

Meals

Lunch, Dinner

Cuisines

Asian, Gluten-free, Indian, Vegan, Vegetarian

Services

Delivery, Takeaway, Reservations available, Dine-in, Reservations recommended

Dietary options

Vegan options, Vegetarian options, Healthy options, Gluten-free options

Offering

Serving alcohol, Serving desserts, Small plates, Serving beer, Serving wine, Serving coffee

4.0

based on 1,731 review

Google

4/5 1,478 reviews

Facebook

4.1/5 253 reviews

Reka Horvath

Food: 5
Service: 4
Atmosphere: 3

Essen war lecker, auch mal etwas anderes auf der Speisekarte als nur die gängigen Currys. Es ist sehr laut drin und die Klimaanlage ist übertrieben kalt eingestellt.

Dona Smith

Food: 3
Service: 4
Atmosphere: 4

I had a very enjoyable meal, however I had visited a few years ago and it was exceptional, so was a tad disappointed. The sauces seemed under spiced and there was less fresh ingredients. The spiciest thing was the line pickle. the breads were fresh and very tasty and the staff were very good and friendly. maybe I just chose the wrong dishes.

Vishal Soni

Food: 5
Atmosphere: 5

We were travelling back home and looking for pure vegetarian option. The food was very good in taste. Paneer Butter Masala was too sweet for our liking but that is our personal opinion. Both variety of Garlic Naans were amazing. Parking is free after 6.30pm. It's a busy street so you might struggle to find the space. The only thing I didn't like was the service charge, we were group of 12 people and they charged 10% service charge. That means we paid nearly 2 extra dishes money. I am not against service charge but they should ask if we are happy with it. Overall it was very good experience.

What is the address of Kalpna?
Kalpna is located at 2-3 St Patrick Square, EH8 9EZ, Edinburgh, Newington, United Kingdom.
How to get here by public transport?
The nearest public transport options provide quick and easy access:
- Bus stop St Patrick Square (22 m walk)
- Bus stop Chapel Street (142 m walk)
- Bus stop Nicolson Square (339 m walk)
- Bus stop Rankeillor Street (218 m walk)
- Bus stop Buccleuch Terrace (239 m walk)
How is Kalpna rated by visitors?
Kalpna has an average rating of 4.0 based on 1,731 review across platforms such as Google, Facebook.
What dishes and beverages are served?
The restaurant offers a selection of dishes such as beer, biriani, cheese, coffee, fish, french fries, ice cream, shashliks, meat, pancakes, potato pancakes, rice, salads, soup, tea, along with a variety of drinks.
What is the average price for a meal at Kalpna?
The average price for a meal is 10 - 20 GBP (it is cheap - $).