Number One, The Balmoral
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"Consistently excellent dining in a renowned Edinburgh institution."
Overview
A luxurious Edinburgh landmark since it opened in 1902 next to Waverley Station, the imposing marble and ornate plasterwork interior of The Balmoral harks back to the era of grand railway hotels. Its classy Number One dining room impresses with immaculately presented tables, beautiful dove grey banquettes with yellow buttoned backs, and red-lacquered walls hung with contemporary artworks from the Royal College of Art. It’s a fitting backdrop for the high-quality contemporary cooking and exemplary, dedicated service. The best Scottish produce shines as the foundations of well-conceived, classically rooted dishes that are as delightful to look at as they are to eat – from the five-course menu witness Ullapool brown crab, coastal herbs, almond, dill and N25 caviar.
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Ratings & awards
4 Rosette Award for Culinary Excellence
AA Notable Wine List
Features
- Opening Times
- Open all year
- Facilities
- Seats: 50
- Private dining available
- Food and Drink
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About the area
Edinburgh is one of Britain’s most spectacular cities and both Old and New Towns have UNESCO World Heritage status. At its heart, the Old Town is a treasury of architecture stretching back to medieval times with its labyrinth of narrow lanes (‘wynds’ or ‘closes’)
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