Emma
I'm going on a class trip with college to Edinburgh soon so does anyone know of any cheap places to eat and drink? I dont want anywhere really fancy but id rather not eat fast food everyday. Any ideas? We're in the city centre in a small hostel so somewhere fairly central would be good.
Answer
Edinburgh on a budget.
L'Alba D'Oro 5â7 Henderson Row, Edinburgh, EH3 5DH
A chippy that offers prawns with garlic and ginger â choice of single or supper, of course â alongside the traditional favourites has got to be something a bit different. L'Alba D'Oro (the name means 'dawn of gold') is a long-established leader in⦠All Bar One
Exchange Plaza, 50 Lothian Road, Edinburgh, EH3 9BY
Once upon a time, All Bar One was the fresh-faced, exclusive bar-about-town frequented by apple flirtini-sipping suits. While never quite diverting the gastro-pub experts, it did embed the wine bar-diner concept in the nation's consciousness. But the⦠All Bar One
29â31 George Street, Edinburgh, EH2 2PA
Once upon a time, All Bar One was the fresh-faced, exclusive bar-about-town frequented by apple flirtini-sipping suits. While never quite diverting the gastro-pub experts, it did embed the wine bar-diner concept in the nation's consciousness. But the⦠Amicus Apple
17 Frederick Street, Edinburgh, EH2 2EY
Amicus Apple has been under new ownership since 2007, and its basement area has been transformed into a chic, welcoming, boudoir-like space. Patterned black walls, twinkling light fittings and comfortable leather chairs accommodate shoppers and office⦠Arts Café
City Art Centre, 1 Market Street, Edinburgh, EH1 1DE
'Unpretentious' can often sound like an insult to a more insecure establishment, but here less fuss is ultimately more. And given that it is situated beside a huge art gallery, across from Waverley Station and within walking distance of various office⦠Avoca
4â6 Dean Street, Edinburgh, EH4 1LW
This is a bar that knows exactly what it's doing when it comes to food. It's not attempting to be a bistro: it's emphatically a bar and loves being a bar. Taste is everything in this little relaxing snug; music and chat don't intrude on your dining and⦠The Baked Potato Shop
56 Cockburn Street, Edinburgh, EH1 1PB
Tucked in at the top of Cockburn Street just off the madness of the Royal Mile, this tiny shop is something of an Edinburgh institution. This isn't just any baked potato shop: this is the baked potato shop, taking the humble spud and giving it a series⦠El Barrio
119 Rose Street, Edinburgh, EH2 3DT
While the attendance of a bouncer on the door may hint at the party going on downstairs, a relatively modest exterior gives little suggestion of the fiery Latin spirit waiting inside. With a well-stocked bar â complete with exotic beers, rums, tequilas⦠Basement Bar
10aâ12a Broughton Street, Edinburgh, EH1 3RH
Situated below busy Broughton Street, The Basement is a lively little bistro where staff dressed in Hawaiian shirts often greet you at the door. Inside, tall gothic candles and 80s retro décor set the tone of fun, casual dining. The menu, which changes⦠Bell's Diner
7 St Stephen Street, Edinburgh, EH3 5AN
Sometimes going out to eat isn't a grand affair. Serving those who are simply satisfied with a big burger and chips in an easy-going environment, Bell's Diner has proved popular with the punters since 1972. National Geographic people photos deck the⦠B'est
16 Drummond Street, Edinburgh, EH8 9TX
B'est may only have been up and running for less than two years, but it's already a popular venture, attracting lively parties as well as courting couples with its cheap dining offers. Set menus include a three-course dinner for £14.90 and a two-course⦠Biblos
1 Chambers Street, Edinburgh, EH1 1HR
Located close to the university, Biblos tends to be dominated by members of Edinburgh's student population. The venue has recently undergone a revamp: curtains, comfy armchairs and bright lampshades now lend the space a contemporary, clubby feel. The⦠Bigos
277 Leith Walk, Edinburgh, EH6 8PD
There is a home-spun image created by the rough hewn wooden word 'Bigos' nailed on to the front of this tiny restaurant. And despite the dangerous looking agricultural implements and animal skins hanging on the walls, Bigos does without doubt have a⦠Bijou
2 Restalrig Road, Edinburgh, EH6 8BN
At the corner of Restalrig Road, across from Leith Links, guests of Bijou can dine in a small, white sitting room cheerfully decorated with green plants and gold mirrors. The lunch and dinner menu celebrates Scottish cuisine and all dishes come in⦠Blonde
75 St Leonard's Street, Edinburgh, EH8 9QR
Jokes mocking the fairer-haired may be ten-a-penny but this Blonde is certainly no dummy. Situated in a sleepy Southside street, the restaurant positively buzzes during the Festival due to its proximity to the Pleasance, but pulls in a regular crowd⦠The Blue Parrot Cantina
49 St Stephen Street, Edinburgh, EH3 5AH
The Blue Parrot isn't a place that shouts about itself. From the road outside, there are few signs that this compact restaurant exists at all. If there was a prize for subtlety, this place would win hands down. It doesn't even do garish wall mounts or⦠Bombay Feast
Edinburgh on a budget.
L'Alba D'Oro 5â7 Henderson Row, Edinburgh, EH3 5DH
A chippy that offers prawns with garlic and ginger â choice of single or supper, of course â alongside the traditional favourites has got to be something a bit different. L'Alba D'Oro (the name means 'dawn of gold') is a long-established leader in⦠All Bar One
Exchange Plaza, 50 Lothian Road, Edinburgh, EH3 9BY
Once upon a time, All Bar One was the fresh-faced, exclusive bar-about-town frequented by apple flirtini-sipping suits. While never quite diverting the gastro-pub experts, it did embed the wine bar-diner concept in the nation's consciousness. But the⦠All Bar One
29â31 George Street, Edinburgh, EH2 2PA
Once upon a time, All Bar One was the fresh-faced, exclusive bar-about-town frequented by apple flirtini-sipping suits. While never quite diverting the gastro-pub experts, it did embed the wine bar-diner concept in the nation's consciousness. But the⦠Amicus Apple
17 Frederick Street, Edinburgh, EH2 2EY
Amicus Apple has been under new ownership since 2007, and its basement area has been transformed into a chic, welcoming, boudoir-like space. Patterned black walls, twinkling light fittings and comfortable leather chairs accommodate shoppers and office⦠Arts Café
City Art Centre, 1 Market Street, Edinburgh, EH1 1DE
'Unpretentious' can often sound like an insult to a more insecure establishment, but here less fuss is ultimately more. And given that it is situated beside a huge art gallery, across from Waverley Station and within walking distance of various office⦠Avoca
4â6 Dean Street, Edinburgh, EH4 1LW
This is a bar that knows exactly what it's doing when it comes to food. It's not attempting to be a bistro: it's emphatically a bar and loves being a bar. Taste is everything in this little relaxing snug; music and chat don't intrude on your dining and⦠The Baked Potato Shop
56 Cockburn Street, Edinburgh, EH1 1PB
Tucked in at the top of Cockburn Street just off the madness of the Royal Mile, this tiny shop is something of an Edinburgh institution. This isn't just any baked potato shop: this is the baked potato shop, taking the humble spud and giving it a series⦠El Barrio
119 Rose Street, Edinburgh, EH2 3DT
While the attendance of a bouncer on the door may hint at the party going on downstairs, a relatively modest exterior gives little suggestion of the fiery Latin spirit waiting inside. With a well-stocked bar â complete with exotic beers, rums, tequilas⦠Basement Bar
10aâ12a Broughton Street, Edinburgh, EH1 3RH
Situated below busy Broughton Street, The Basement is a lively little bistro where staff dressed in Hawaiian shirts often greet you at the door. Inside, tall gothic candles and 80s retro décor set the tone of fun, casual dining. The menu, which changes⦠Bell's Diner
7 St Stephen Street, Edinburgh, EH3 5AN
Sometimes going out to eat isn't a grand affair. Serving those who are simply satisfied with a big burger and chips in an easy-going environment, Bell's Diner has proved popular with the punters since 1972. National Geographic people photos deck the⦠B'est
16 Drummond Street, Edinburgh, EH8 9TX
B'est may only have been up and running for less than two years, but it's already a popular venture, attracting lively parties as well as courting couples with its cheap dining offers. Set menus include a three-course dinner for £14.90 and a two-course⦠Biblos
1 Chambers Street, Edinburgh, EH1 1HR
Located close to the university, Biblos tends to be dominated by members of Edinburgh's student population. The venue has recently undergone a revamp: curtains, comfy armchairs and bright lampshades now lend the space a contemporary, clubby feel. The⦠Bigos
277 Leith Walk, Edinburgh, EH6 8PD
There is a home-spun image created by the rough hewn wooden word 'Bigos' nailed on to the front of this tiny restaurant. And despite the dangerous looking agricultural implements and animal skins hanging on the walls, Bigos does without doubt have a⦠Bijou
2 Restalrig Road, Edinburgh, EH6 8BN
At the corner of Restalrig Road, across from Leith Links, guests of Bijou can dine in a small, white sitting room cheerfully decorated with green plants and gold mirrors. The lunch and dinner menu celebrates Scottish cuisine and all dishes come in⦠Blonde
75 St Leonard's Street, Edinburgh, EH8 9QR
Jokes mocking the fairer-haired may be ten-a-penny but this Blonde is certainly no dummy. Situated in a sleepy Southside street, the restaurant positively buzzes during the Festival due to its proximity to the Pleasance, but pulls in a regular crowd⦠The Blue Parrot Cantina
49 St Stephen Street, Edinburgh, EH3 5AH
The Blue Parrot isn't a place that shouts about itself. From the road outside, there are few signs that this compact restaurant exists at all. If there was a prize for subtlety, this place would win hands down. It doesn't even do garish wall mounts or⦠Bombay Feast
Whats it like to take the train from Edinburgh Waverly to Inverness ?
'ol Geezer
Next month, I would like to take the train from Edinburgh to Inverness. I have checked with Nationalrail, and (I think) the train I want is the #2 (11:36).
Just curious but;
Are the trains and ticket counters usually crowded, and buying the ticket a "hassle"?
Are there enough chairs for everyone ? (I would hate to have to stand during the entire trip.)
Is there a "dining car", or a "vending car" where one can purchase food and drink ?
Serious answers only please. Thank you.
Correction: FIRST SCOT RAIL, Not, Nationalrail. Thank you
Great answers, EVERYONE ! THANK'S !
Jilly, You changed your avatar ! but with legs like THOSE, you can go ANYWHERE with me !!!
oooppps !!! Pardon my mistake,,,
(I'm an idiot)
"WAVERLEY" !
Thank YOU "Jilly" for pointing that out, I wouldn't have paid that much attention but I was, well,,,thinking, no,,,dreaming about,,,,,oh well, never mind,,,let this old mans mind, wander around, through the valley's and over the hills,,,,
See you in Edinburgh ????
Edit: Jilly, "Do your best to look smart" ? Well, VERY NICE ! your doing a REMARKABLE JOB ! KEEP IT UP ! (It's better than MOST of the "Avatar's" and pictures that are here,INCLUDING MINE !,,,hahahaha !!)
Yes, we are so looking forward to our visit and tour of Scotland. We will be staying at the Sheraton Grand, from August 19 (chk in after 4pm) thru to the 24th.
Come by (after 4pm), and perhaps you can show me how (and where) to buy our train ticket's, and I'll buy you a drink to celebrate ALL of YOUR GREAT ANSWER'S.
(Going to Kingussie on the 20th, for a "personal" mission)
I hope to see ya there,,,,,,,og
Answer
I would recommend purchasing your tickets in advance with a seat reservation. That said, reservations are often messed up on the trains so people end up sitting anywhere, but it's better to have a reservation. Some trains are more crowded than others; for example, a 5pm train on a Friday will be full, but there might be more room on a 12pm train on a Wednesday. Buy your tickets in advance and you will save money and time.
There are usually enough seats - if you're worried about it, get a reservation and get to the train early.
There is usually a 'snack bar' available on the train, either on a trolley or in one of the carriages. Usually you buy the food and eat it at your seat. (Tip: Request a table when you're making a reservation if you'd like a bit more room.) Food available includes crisps, various sandwiches, soup, coffee, tea, pop, other drinks, chocolate, etc. Alcoholic beverages are served on most trips (it is posted if they are not serving) except for 'game days' when alcohol is banned from certain trains because of the football or rugby.
It's an enjoyable train journey to Inverness...very pretty.
Enjoy!
I would recommend purchasing your tickets in advance with a seat reservation. That said, reservations are often messed up on the trains so people end up sitting anywhere, but it's better to have a reservation. Some trains are more crowded than others; for example, a 5pm train on a Friday will be full, but there might be more room on a 12pm train on a Wednesday. Buy your tickets in advance and you will save money and time.
There are usually enough seats - if you're worried about it, get a reservation and get to the train early.
There is usually a 'snack bar' available on the train, either on a trolley or in one of the carriages. Usually you buy the food and eat it at your seat. (Tip: Request a table when you're making a reservation if you'd like a bit more room.) Food available includes crisps, various sandwiches, soup, coffee, tea, pop, other drinks, chocolate, etc. Alcoholic beverages are served on most trips (it is posted if they are not serving) except for 'game days' when alcohol is banned from certain trains because of the football or rugby.
It's an enjoyable train journey to Inverness...very pretty.
Enjoy!
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