The Huxley

4.5

859 Reviews

£25 and under

Scottish

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2 people

Dec 18, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 26 times today

Great for brunch
Good for groups
Charming

The X marks the spot to the hottest place in town. Pop on down for a spot of breakfast, some people watching or after work drinks.

Dive into our food menu that features both hearty dishes and tasty small plates, perfect for any time of day!

Sip on local draught beers, explore wines from around the world or get adventurous with our creative, experimental cocktails.

Whether you're here for a full meal or just to unwind with a drink, we've got the laid-back atmosphere and delicious options to make every visit memorable.

🧒 Under 18s welcome until 10pm with food
🐶 Dog-friendly
️🍽 Last food orders 9.45pm
⚽️ We show sport
🏃 Walk-ins welcome
🍸 Drinks only bookings welcome
📅 Contact us directly for bookings of 9 or more

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
£25 and under
Cuisines
Scottish, Cocktail Bar, Tapas / Small Plates
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu, Sun 8:00 am–11:00 pm Fri, Sat 8:00 am–12:00 am
Phone number
0131 229 3402
Website
http://www.thehuxley.co.uk/
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual

Location
1 Rutland Street, Edinburgh, EH1 2AE
Neighborhood
Westend
Parking details
None
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Late Night, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 859 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.5

4.5 based on recent ratings

4.3Food
4.5Service
4.6Ambience
4.3Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

The Huxley is a vibrant spot known for its "excellent service and food." Guests frequently praise the "friendly staff" and creative touches, such as a Taylor Swift-themed menu. With a cozy ambiance and fantastic brunch options, it offers a delightful dining experience. While some reviews note a limited menu, the quality consistently impresses.

859 Reviews

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Sandy
Edinburgh
74 reviews
4.0
74 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
We only had wine but getting charged 10% for service for delivering 2 bottles of wine to the table. Are waiting staff not paid to wait on tables why are the customers being automatically charged an extra service charge. It’s becoming a joke.
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Lian
Edinburgh
3 reviews
2.0
3 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 2
2. Food 3
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 2
The bar service was exceptionally slow for drinks. The place wasn’t even busy. Quite expensive for standard food. We weren’t impressed and won’t go back.
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Caitlyn
Edinburgh
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great service, lovely food, nice vibe for drinks and dinner.
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Heather
Edinburgh
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
Love this venue, pur favourite bar in Edinburgh. The food is lovely, the staff are fab but the service is soo slow. Maybe it is intentional for quick turnover of tables. It won’t stop me returning, but we would probably spend a lot more of the service for more drinks was quicker. Also trying to get a staff member’s attention to ask for the bill is a challenge.
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Alison
Edinburgh
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on December 10, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Easy online booking, friendly service & food was great! We had four small plates between two & both enjoyed everything. Would return & recommend
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Lesley
Edinburgh
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 9, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great service, food and cocktails good - staff were wonderful
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Carol-Anne
VIP
Edinburgh
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on December 8, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
A fabulous Sunday brunch pre-Christmas shopping. We’ll definitely be back!
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Klaus
Edinburgh
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 6, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
It is a nice location. It was quite crowded but service was quick and the food was good too
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Claire
VIP
Edinburgh
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on November 30, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Staff were super attentive. Lovely spot for festive drinks.
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Susan
Edinburgh
10 reviews
4.0
10 reviews
Dined on November 30, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Busy and buzzy at 5pm on Saturday leading up to Christmas. Good atmosphere and consistent good food. Staff friendly. Just a little more stretched than usual.
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The Huxley is rated 4.5 stars by 859 OpenTable diners.

The Huxley does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 18, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 26 times today

1 Rutland Street, Edinburgh, EH1 2AE

Additional information

Neighborhood
Westend
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu, Sun 8:00 am–11:00 pm Fri, Sat 8:00 am–12:00 am
Price
£25 and under
Cuisines
Scottish, Cocktail Bar, Tapas / Small Plates
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
None
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Late Night, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.thehuxley.co.uk/
Phone number
0131 229 3402

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