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BITE LISTINGS
EATING AND DRINKING
e.s.i. – Englishman, Scotsman and an
Irishman! Watch the chefs in the open
kitchen create your meal with fresh,
homemade produce. Diverse beer list
ranging from Timothy Taylors Landlord of
Yorkshire, to James Boags of Tasmania,
whilst the bottle of wine on your table
could be award winning. Expect value for
money, a comfortable environment and an
enjoyable experience.
46 Queen Charlotte Street, Leith
– 0131 555 3103 info@esibrasserie.com
www. esibrasserie.com
BRITISH RETRO
Monster Mash – A traditional retro British
Cafe, 'not so much Jimmy Choo shoes as
jumpers for goal posts'. All your favourite
home-cooked meals from yesteryear made
freshly on-site.... just like ‘maw’ used to! In
addition to a range of British favourites, a
good rota of daily specials and vegetarian
options of sausages guarantee a regular
clientele. Fully licensed, traditional beers &
wines complement the menu. Open for
breakfast, lunch & dinner Mon-Fri from 8am
and Sat & Sun from 9am. 4a Forrest Rd
– 0131 225 7069
www.monstermashcafe.co.uk
CALIFORNIAN
Calistoga Central & Sideways Wines –
Great food, great wine, wine sales, wine
tastings, whisky tastings all available at
Edinburgh's Original Californian
Restaurant now based exclusively at
70 Rose St. Lane North, Edinburgh EH2
3DX. Tel 0131 225 1233. Website -
www.Calistoga.co.uk – Specialty
Restaurant of the Year Finalists for this
year's Scottish Restaurant Awards
ETHICAL EATING
pickledgreen – Eco-efficient café and
restaurant on Edinburgh’s Rose Street.
Simple, seasonal cooking served up in a
fresh and unfussy environment.
158-162 Rose Street, Edinburgh, EH23JD
– 0131 220 0477 www.pickledgreen.co.uk
or hello@pickledgreen.co.uk
The Lot – A laid-back, spacious bistro,
arts & music venue with recently acquired
charity status. Works to support local
musicians & artists and operates as an
ethical business that serves the local
community. The bistro menu is full of
delicious, fresh dishes made with locally
sourced ingredients which are excellent
quality and value for money. All tea and
coffee is fairly-traded, in keeping with the
ethical aims of the charity. Highlights
include an exciting exhibition programme
of new artists, a child-friendly
atmosphere, very helpful staff and a
unique and relaxed environment. Open
Mon-Sat 11am-late, Sun noon-6pm.
4 Grassmarket – 0131 225 9924
www.the-lot.co.uk
Urban Angel – Open daily for brunch,
lunch and dinner Urban Angel source the
very best organic, fair trade, local and free
range produce from across Scotland. A
creative menu with a host of daily
specials. Home-made breads, cakes and
desserts and a reputation for the best
croissant and cakes in town. Numerous
local and national awards, ‘best breakfast