The Scran & Scallie

I was taken here for lunch by Edinburgh CM Jody B and I have to say I was really impressed. Gastropub central is what I’d call it with a more formal dining room attached to the cool loungey bar (we chose the bar — always the best option ;-)) and from here decided to have our own lunch time Friday feast!
I was told by Jody that the burger was damn good, in fact seeing it whizz by to a few people made the decision for me and it really was as tasty as it looks! Very meaty, very juicy — yes, yes, yes!
A good selection of beers, a nice chilled our bar environment in a very cool part of town away from the tourist shuffle, I’ll be back again soon!

I was here on one of my last weeks in Edinburgh and another time with friends saying goodbye to Edinburgh. It has become a place of farewells to me, but boy is it a good one. Delicious pub food (more like a glorious Sunday Roast with foodie flare), lovely beers and wine selection, gorgeous tweed seating, and a quiet-​hummy atmosphere with just the right amount of liveliness. I highly recommend this place for both intimate family gatherings, a lunch or dinner with a close friend, a relaxing date experience, or as I have done on several occasions, welcoming and bidding farewell to close friends. A++

The food was good but we had a very long wait for our starters because the chef wasn’t happy with the way his first try came out. The service disappointed me and the waiter assumed we’d left a tip, didn’t bring back any change to the table. Overall I felt this restaurant did not live up to my expectations and I will not return.

When my boyfriend told me that two Michelin star chef’s had decided to open a gastropub, in the gorgeous area of Stockbridge, I was immediately hungry for some scran.
We rang to book a few weeks in advance, but unfortunately they were fully booked. Luckily the friendly lady on the phone explained that there was usually a short wait for a table
at the bar that was only available for walk ins.
With this advice we hopped in a taxi, and pootled off to The Scran. Our wait was around 10 seconds, and we were fortunate enough to be sat in the restaurant (not sure how– but we weren’t complaining).
We ordered some drinks (cocktails of course), and they were delicious. Not cheap, but worth every penny. I sampled most off the menu, and even though 1 or 2 were not to my taste, you could tell that they had been made well.
So on to the food. For starters I had the shellfish ravioli and blurred bland and my boyfriend had the parfait. I tried both, and the flavours are just «hit-​you-​in-​the-​face-​with a-​mouth-​orgasm» delicious. Everything cooked to perfection, and my hand made pasta was so tender and cooked in a broth that I could have just drank by itself.
Onto the mains, I went for the steak Provençal deliciousness that was served perfectly pink and juicy, and the fella opted for the braised roe deer and roast haunch which arrived and I was immediately green with food envy.
I can’t say anymore than it was perfect. Everything was cooked to Michelin star quality and the service was so attentive whilst making us feel relaxed and at home. I love that they are providing beautifully cooked, hearty food in this cosy, casual setting and I think it suits the cobbled streets of Stockbridge flawlessly!
We were also impressed by the price. Yes it’s not the cheapest of restaurants, but for the quality and service that you receive I personally think it’s money well spent. If you have an occasion to celebrate, or are after a more casual way to enjoy high quality food, then The Scran and Scallie will welcome you (and your dog) in with open arms.
I can safely say, we will be back.

Hake was horrible. Ate really fast, had desert while our party was finishing the main, and unfortunately was asked to leave by the employees as soon as we paid check being told another party was waiting at the bar for the table. Rather rude to ask us to leave.

It’s horrible to be rush out Of your table because the restaurant wants to Make more money and sit the next clients. We didn’t even wasted any time as deserts were order well before we finished the main course… very bad experience :(also the fish dish (hake) was old and fishy. The desert was good.

Really nice ambience and all of the staff were extremely attentive, friendly and helpful. Unfortunately, the food was a little salty. I ordered the steak pie and my fiancée the fish pie. On our way out, I couldn’t help notice but overhear another group also complaining of salty food. The presentation of the food however, was excellent. Overall, I’d have to give this place about a C+ because of the salty food.

The place is decorated so nice here! It’s located on a beautiful street that has paved streets and lots of shopping!
I am so happy I tried this place!
I had potatoes and sausage and I started with a salmon on toast! So good!
When I go back to Edinburgh I will definitely be back!

Went two times on a recent trip to Edinburgh. Both times were amazing. The first night we went after just arriving in Edinburgh. We were able to get a seat in the lounge area. I had the fig and gin drink which was amazing and my boyfriend had a beer. We then shared the smoked salmon appetizer, steak pie and the beef sausage and mashed. Everything was awesome and the service was amazing. We went back on our last night in Edinburgh. We got the gin and fig drink again as well as the salmon. We also tried the side salad, hake and the sticky toffee pudding for dessert. The food was just as good if not better as the first night. This was also some of the best service we have had at a restaurant including back in the states. Can’t wait to come back to Edinburgh to return to scran and scallie!

So I’ve been here a few times for dinner. I’ve never managed to get a table in the dining room due to it being booked out, but have never struggled to get a table at the bar area.
Food and drinks are decent. When I first tried this place in March 2015 I found the place to be quite pricey but well worth every pound. The pie with chips on on the side was amongst one of the best meals I have had in a long time.
Fast forward to a few months later, I returned for the same meal. The pie was alright, slightly overcooked and oversalted, but the saving grace of the meal was the vanilla cheesecake for dessert which was absolute heaven.
So ok, I’m thinking I’ve had one amazing meal and one not so amazing meal, I’m willing to give it another chance.
Went back with my partner and ordered the fish and chips and beef rib, neither of which I was a fan of. The chips have since changed to a smaller cut which I think is certainly better, but the fish was way too greasy. The beef rib was Asian inspired with a sweet glaze that I could not stomach. Really disappointed and left feeling sick from the greasiness of the fish.
It’s so hit and miss I’m reluctant to return. The staff are friendly and welcoming, drinks list is decent (not so much the wine list) but the quality of the food has declined recently. Would love to give more stars so we’ll see how the next visit goes.

We stopped here for lunch and really enjoyed this charrming spot away from tourists.
We started with the chicken liver parfait and it was dreamy. I was expecting pâté, but this was much lighter with less of a liver flavor. They were kind enough to include gluten free bread with it as well.
For my main course, I had the gluten free fish and chips, which was great because I haven’t been able to indulge in that for years. It came with a chunky tarter sauce that was the best I have ever had. The portion was really to big for one person after having an appetizer! My husband had the steak pie, which looked amazing and he said the pastry was the lightest he has ever had. I would highly recommend this spot!

Best fish and chips I’ve ever had. When the food came out my eyes bugged out at the sheer size of the meal. And I thought Americans served massive portions! Then I realized the fried batter was puffed out to make the generous portion of fish look massive. The batter was surprisingly light and the chips were also very good. I also tried the sticky toffee pudding which was very sweet and also huge. Definitely for sharing.

I love fish n chips.
Apparently, I’m pronouncing it incorrectly (it’s called faash n chaaps).
Yes, I’d like a pint of cask ale and some faash n chaaps, please.
Love this traditional-​lookin resto/​bar.
The décor is traditional and a must-​hit when in this area.
Or even when not in this area.

Went for lunch on a Saturday afternoon during the festival, it was really busy, but the very friendly staff managed to get us a table after 10 minutes or so.
The recipe is a great mixture of modern day classics and traditional pub food, done to an exceptionally high standard. The steak pie with piece of bone sticking through super tasty, golden pastry was so flavoursome, as were the obviously twice-​cooked chips.
Vegetable sides were beautiful, perfectly seasoned, which really added to the enjoyment. I usually manage to avoid dessert, but having seen some leaving the kitchen, I couldn’t resist the Chocolate and Rasperry pudding. It looked stunning, layered in a glass with custard, raspberries and raspberry couli, pieces of fudge brownie, chocolate sauce and a small, but amazing, quinelle of chocolate ice cream. Extremely decadent!
Great venue for many different occasions, I’ll definitely be back!

Really well done menu in a nice part of town. Not much not to like… Service was attentive and food was good and fresh, a tad plain but that may have been my simple order

We had a dinner for 6 at the Scan & Scallie.
The restaurant entrance is through the bar area.
The whole set up and ambiance was gastro pub at a lake, and you could easily imagine being transported to yonder years. Many greens, browns and black. With treated wooden floors and tables, mis matched chairs and leather menus.
The place felt a bit packed, but only just so. I do think that some of the coat hooks are a bit unfortunately placed.
The water was poured and the bread came in little jute grain storage bags. Nice touch. I had the crab & coriander ravioli in a consommé — this had an interesting flavour and I liked it. Other starters chosen by my fellow diners were oysters, ham hock terrine, and a champagne duck’s liver pâté — which was very smooth.
For main I decided on pheasant roulet accompanied with yet another consommé. (I like my soups). This was a tasty and heavy dish. We had some triple cooked chips and vegetables aside. Other mains were hake and also a bavette steak.
We ordered a couple of bottles of Rioja — which, though tasty, was pretty expensive.
As we had a party to go to we didn’t have desserts or coffee.
It was busy, but the service was attentive and prompt. Food was well prepared and full of flavour. I was less impressed with other people’s coats hanging over my side plate and also the prices are a little steep.
A nice touch is a small dedicated room for children to play in — away from the busy floor and out of the way of the serving staff.
In all a solid well deserved 4 stars

‘Scran and Scallie’ is touted as a ‘public house with dining’ which belies it’s ability to exceed expectations on both fronts.
As soon as entering you are greeted into the charmingly rustic bar area. There are a few larger tables for dining and plenty bar stools and high tables to snack at or wait for your table to be reset, which is what we did.
The bar is stocked with some of Scotland’s best beers (Orkney IPA!) and offers a comprehensive wine and cocktail menu as well.
We were seated quickly (within 15 – 20 minutes) on a very busy Sunday afternoon. The restaurant area is similarly decorated to the bar. It has very comfortable, homely ‘lodge’ feel to it.
The menu continues Tom’s theme of cooking with high quality, fresh and locally sourced produce. Plenty places in Edinburgh claim to do the same but none i’ve tried meet the benchmark set by Tom.
First of all we were served freshly baked poppy seed bread with vinegar and olive oil dips. Simple enough but the quality was, again, evident. We had the oysters to start. They were served with a shallot vinaigrette and a wedge of lemon. Nothing else needed. Fresh, juicy and plump they went in moments. They were also perfectly shucked, no horrible shell fragments here.
Just in for a light lunch, I had the pumpkin and goats cheese salad, my companion the spelt salad. The pumpkin was perfectly roasted, served with a tasty mix of exotic mushrooms, leaf, toasted pumpkin seeds and a lovely, creamy goats cheese. A little heavy on the oil but i’m just picking nits now. The spelt salad was, again, lovely, fresh and crisp. Drizzled with a knockout dressing.
The service was impeccable. Bar staff were friendly and happy to discuss drinks, waiting staff were on the ball and attentive. There was a very healthy staff: table ratio which meant no waits at all.
The ‘Scran and Scallie’ has struck a perfect balance between ‘gastropub’ and higher end dining like nowhere else I have tried in Edinburgh. The bill coming in at less than £30 for a light lunch for two makes it great value as well.

I heard so much about this place, such it was time to go there and get some piece of the cake as you would say!
It was a last minute decision, so we called in the afternoon for a table early evening. We were informed that all the tables are booked, but at the same time they do allow walk in’s. It seems that they offer one part of the restaurant to walk in folk and the other half for people who are organised enough to book in advance.
We arrived and got a nice welcome. The place was already buzzing around 5.30pm with families, couples and groups. They all sat at their tables enjoying themselves. I even saw a children play area towards the way to the washrooms (that’s how the call the …). Toilets are clean and the kitchen I am sure as well. There is a saying that goes to judge a place by its toilets :-)
It took the personell a bit too long to take the order, but as soon as we ordered, it all run very smoothly. I had my eye on the AULD Scotsman, a campari, sherry and whiskey cocktail. Maybe a bit too much ice in it for my taste, but it was delicious (more bitter in taste). As a starter I ordered pumpkin soup (its autumn nevertheless) and for main the sausage and mash. Both meals were delicious. The soup was creamy and full in taste garnished with sage and pumpkin seeds. Normally I am not a big fan of sausages, but these were” herby” and «saucy».
The interior has a romantic and classy feel.
Best you book a table in advance as it can be really busy.
The prices are in line with the food and service you get.
This place is perfect for everybody and ideal for special occasions. Needless to say, I will be back.

I couldn’t be more impressed by the Scran and Scallie — the food is amazing and the service is top-​notch.
My oldest friend recently got engaged (and about time, they’ve been together for 8 years!) so to celebrate I thought I’d treat her to a slap-​up lunch at somewhere really nice. She’s vegan, which narrows down the options somewhat and I didn’t want to go to the usual veggie Edinburgh places, most of which we’ve already tried. So I asked Unilocal,and the lovely Claire L suggested the Scran and Scallie after having heard that they are very accomodation to vegans. And she was right, they were wonderful!
I emailed them explaining the situation (newly engaged vegan), and perhaps chancingly asked if they had a table available that coming Sunday. I also phoned (I’m impatient) and was told that no, they were fully booked, but that they actually only allow bookings for half the restaurant and the other half is walk-​in — great! We had a chance after all. I was told I’d be emailed with vegan options, and sure enough a couple of hours later I had an email. What’s more, I had a booking too! Despite being fully booked, they’d managed to squeeze us in, yay! And they couldn’t have been more helpful with regards to the dietary request, offering to either adapt their vegetarian dishes or suggesting a few meals the chef could make specially.
When we arrived the place was busy, but not heaving, and did steadily get quieter as the afternoon went on (we were eating lunch slightly later so the lunchtime rush had probably died down). Mr Kitchin himself had a day off, but we did spot him outside with his wife and brood of boys, obviously out to enjoy a day in the sun — well deserved too. The service was great, not quite as overly attentive as other reviews have suggested, and the waiters were all very friendly and helpful, offering to adapt the sides to suit our needs.
My friend had the green spelt salad for starters, she said this was delicious especially as she’s not had spelt in a salad before, and the specially created grilled tofu and pheasant back mushroom for main — which she was really pleased with (she loves tofu and mushrooms). I had the mussells to start (just the right serving size) and the pork belly with braised cabbage and apple sauce for my main (that day’s special). The pork belly was so tender, although the crackling was a little difficult to eat (mega crispy), and the braised cabbage was unexpectedly delicious — possibly my favourite part of the dish. I also had a very tasty pint of Dark Munro — a beer that tastes much lighter than it looks.
Sadly we didn’t have time for puddings, but the selection looked great.
And what are you paying to eat in this upmarket gastropub? Well the prices are all actually very reasonable. Strangely the starter specials were more expensive than some of the mains, but on the whole it’s really very good with most starters at the £6/​7 mark and mains around £15. Yes, it’s more expensive than your usual gastropub, but it’s been opened by two Michelin starred chefs and the food and service is so good that frankly it’s a steal.
Safe to say I will definitely be back, the Scran and Scallie is going on my ‘special meal’ list.

Wow! We went out in search of an early dinner Sunday evening and just happened upon this place. The menu looked interesting and the interior inviting, so we decided to put our names in for a table. Good thing we were so early, as they were completely booked from 8pm (and pretty close to full from 6pm, when they start serving).
It’s a bit on the expensive end of what we’d spend for a casual night out, but absolutely worth it given the quality of the food, drinks, service, and atmosphere. We didn’t even look at the wine list as we were excited to try out some of the ales on tap. For a starter we had the crab claws. I think my main was described as artichoke with coco beans; its unique flavors and (mostly) fresh ingredients distracted me from the fact that the artichoke itself was probably from a jar. Green spelt salad was fresh and tasty.
The portions were just small enough that we were up for splitting a dessert. We chose the syrup sponge, which was kind of like a sweet cornbread with some carmel and vanilla sauce. Very high quality and well done, just like the rest of the meal.
Service was good and friendly — I don’t think I’ve ever seen such a high waitstaff-​to-​customer ratio before.