The Basement in Edinburgh: photos, reviews, menu

About

Tucked away on a lively street in Edinburgh, The Basement offers a delightful blend of British and Mexican flavors, making it a prime spot for both foodies and music enthusiasts. This moderately priced venue, with meals ranging from 20 to 30 GBP per person, attracts locals and visitors alike with its impressive Google rating of 4.4. The Basement boasts a warm, cozy atmosphere perfect for brunch, lunch, or dinner, enhanced by live music and a friendly, efficient staff.

Whether you're in the mood for some mouthwatering birria tacos, a juicy steak, or just a refreshing cocktail, The Basement promises a top-tier dining experience with an extensive menu of delicious options like nachos, which have been hailed as the best around. With outdoor seating available and a welcoming ambiance for both humans and their furry companions, it's no wonder this place lives up to its reputation as a must-visit in the city. Reservations are suggested to ensure you don't miss out on this delightful haven.

Price

$$$$ 20 - 30 GBP

Meals

Branch, Lunch, Dinner

Cuisines

British, Mexican

Services

Reservations available, Outdoor seating

Offering

Serving alcohol

Payment

Payment by credit card

Dishes and Beverages

Discover the standout dishes and unique drinks that define The Basement menu.

Beef
Beer
Cheese
Chicken
Chocolate
Coffee
Draft beer
Duck
Fish
French fries
Ice cream
Lamb
Meat
Pork
Bird
Rice
Salads
Salmon
Seafood
Soup
Steaks
Tapas

How to get here?

The nearest public transport options for your convenience.

Edinburgh

Bus stop 296 m walk

Leith Street (Stop JB)

Bus stop 214 m walk

York Place

Bus stop 95 m walk

Broughton Street (Stop YK)

Bus stop 17 m walk

York Place (Stop YJ)

Bus stop 49 m walk

Mansfield Place

Bus stop 348 m walk

4.4

based on 1,053 reviews

Google

4.4/5 1,053 reviews

Gary Jones

Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

We visited The Basement while on our honeymoon in Edinburgh and it was absolutely brilliant. The food was outstanding, full of flavour and cooked to perfection – and the frozen margaritas were stunning (highly recommend!). The service had a really nice, laid-back vibe but at a perfect pace. The drinks offers were great too, and our server (who honestly looked like Serj from System of a Down 😂) looked after us really well. I don’t normally write reviews, but I felt this place definitely deserved a recommendation. We’ll certainly be back next time we’re in Edinburgh from North Wales.

Stephen Allred

Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

Great food, the birria tacos were packed with flavor. Loved everything we had. The place had a very cool vibe. Service was excellent!

Dean McDonough

Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

Can't knock it. Nearly everything is gluten free, they warn about cross contamination and seem really clued up. Food is amazing, more filling than it looks, will be back!

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