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Located in the buzzing city of Edinburgh, LYLA is an exquisite dining spot that caters to those with a taste for modern British and seafood cuisine. With an intimate and fashionably cozy atmosphere, it's an ideal venue for solo diners seeking a premium experience. Guests can indulge in a range of healthy options from breakfast through dinner, while savoring the finest cocktails, beer, and wine paired perfectly with their meal. The attention to detail is evident in every dish and the top-notch service ensures a memorable dining experience. Reservations are a must at this chic establishment, rated 4.8 stars on Google, promising a culinary adventure where luxury meets taste.

Price

$$$$ 100+ GBP

Meals

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Cuisines

British, Modern, Seafood

Services

Reservations available, Dine-in, Reservations required, Reservations recommended

Dietary options

Healthy options

Offering

Serving alcohol, Serving desserts, Serving cocktails, Serving beer, Serving wine, Serving coffee

Reviews and Ratings

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4.8
based on 426 reviews
4.8/5 426 reviews
D Scribbles
D Scribbles
1 week ago on Google
  • Food: 5
  • Service: 5
  • Atmosphere: 5

I'm not at all surprised you're fully booked weeks in advance! Honestly we think this was the best dining experience and food we've ever had.The sheer artistry and technical capability of the team when creating what they created was just genius. We were welcomed in total the building and being able to sit and watch the initial snacks being made at the cocktail bar up stairs was great. The staff:client ratio is excellent and at no point were you left waiting for service. I'm a man who likes to learn and ask a lot of questions and every single member of the team knew about the courses, the ingredients, where they were sourced, how they were prepared and all about the wines too. Each course was completely unique and I was highly impressed watching all of the other guests getting their courses at how exact and symmetrical each version of each course was. Honestly Amazing and I cannot recommend highly enough! Doug

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Chuck Dean
Chuck Dean
2 weeks ago on Google
  • Food: 5
  • Service: 5
  • Atmosphere: 5

Enjoyed this restaurant with my wife for her birthday. Not sure I have the words to describe our experience. Team members and the service in general was expertly executed. The food was some of the most creative and delicious that we’ve had… Ever. Wine pairings were wonderfully eclectic and perfectly matched with each course. I would highly recommend.

c phone
c phone
2 weeks ago on Google
  • Food: 5
  • Service: 5
  • Atmosphere: 5

Excellent. A fabulous, immersive experience. Great staff, food and wine. Stunning building.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the address of LYLA?
    LYLA is located at 3 Royal Terrace, EH7 5AB, Edinburgh, United Kingdom.
  • How to get here by public transport?
    The nearest public transport options provide quick and easy access:
    • Bus stop Elm Row (Stop ED) (310 m walk)
    • Bus stop Wellington Street (279 m walk)
    • Bus stop Leopold Place (Stop EF) (141 m walk)
    • Bus stop Brunswick Street (163 m walk)
  • How is LYLA rated by visitors?
    LYLA has an average rating of 4.8 based on 426 reviews across platforms such as Google.
  • What is the average price for a meal at LYLA?
    The average price for a meal is 100+ GBP (it is very expensive - $$$$).
  • What type of cuisine does LYLA specialize in?
    The menu includes british, modern, seafood dishes.