Cafe St Honorė

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• G

  Google user

  ·1 month ago

  “Lovely designed place, great surroundings. Nice service, the folks were great. Though, at our table, there was an overwhelming agreement the quality of the food, especially meats, did not match the relatively high price.”

• G

  Google user

  ·2 months ago

  “I had dinner here on a recent trip to Edinburgh. The service was friendly and helpful and attentive. The food was a touch hit or miss. A lamb main course was quite good, but my starter and dessert were underwhelming. The atmosphere is lively but potentially too loud depending on your preferences. I was seated next to a very loud table, which might have skewed my take on the noise level.”

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• G

  Google user

  ·3 months ago

  “This has become my wife's and my favorite go-to in Edinburgh. Perfectly cooked, amazing ingredients in a lovely but unpretentious presentation -- in a low-key, charming atmosphere with attentive, kind service. We went here for our anniversary this evening, and we'll be back again.”

• G

  Google user

  ·3 months ago

  “Here’s a Google review that I think reflects both your experience and your reviewing style: ★★★★★ Café St Honoré was one of the highlights of our time in Edinburgh. The atmosphere is warm, intimate and completely unpretentious, with friendly, attentive service that strikes just the right balance. Every dish was beautifully prepared, showcasing outstanding seasonal Scottish produce without unnecessary fuss. Our meal was perfectly complemented by an exceptional 2023 Meursault Les Tillets from Jean Javillier & Fils—one of the best white Burgundies we’ve enjoyed on this trip. If you’re looking for a restaurant that delivers genuine hospitality, superb food and an excellent wine list rather than trendy gimmicks, Café St Honoré is hard to beat. Highly recommended, and we’ll certainly return on our next visit to Edinburgh.”

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• G

  Google user

  ·4 months ago

  “Lovely spot for a meal which doesn't follow the traditional French bistro menu options. No steak frites but a delicious ham hock terrine and lamb rump with local ingredients and a nice wine list. Service was helpful and pleasant. Food quality was great and portion size was very satisfying.”

• G

  Google user

  ·11 months ago

  “I wanted to share a special story about my time dining at Cafe St Honore. 4 years ago when I met my wife she introduced me to this fine restaurant that she had been dining at for 10 years whilst visiting from America. We spent every Valentines day, anniversary, birthday and the restaurant even hosted our wedding dinner in October 2024. I would come to every stall I could every Saturday morning at Castle Terrace for the Cottage Pie. We came here for Sunday Roast and it was exquisite. The restaurant catered for my wife's allergies with with no fuss as they have done so for over 10 years, expertly cooking a stunning thick cut steak with a jus that was like liquid gold. Please give this place your full attention and they will take care of you as they have for me over the years Thank you to Neil and the team for a memorable experience as we depart Edinburgh for a new adventure.”

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• G

  Google user

  ·1 year ago

  “The overall environment is excellent, with the warm glow of candles creating a romantic and intimate atmosphere, which was a major reason we chose this restaurant for our Valentine’s Day celebration. The service was also impressive—our waitress was attentive and always available whenever we needed assistance. We appreciated the small but thoughtful gesture of helping to hang our jackets. However, the food did not meet our expectations. The starters were acceptable, but the main courses were rather disappointing. While the restaurant exudes a sense of luxury, with a set dinner menu offering only a few select options, we found the dishes themselves lacking in quality. I ordered the pork as my main course, but it was overly oily and fatty, making it difficult to finish. Although I could see that the chef had put thought into the presentation and details, the overall taste was underwhelming. My partner opted for a medium-cooked steak with chips. Unfortunately, she found the steak to be undercooked on the inside, while the exterior was burnt and had an unpleasant, aged taste. The chips were overly soft, lacking any crispness, and seemed to be saturated with oil. Additionally, the snacks were excessively sweet, which further detracted from our dining experience. The total bill came to £133 for two people, which is in line with what one would expect from a high-end restaurant. However, given the disappointing quality of the food, we felt that the experience did not justify the price. This left us feeling somewhat dissatisfied, and it ultimately put a slight damper on what was meant to be a special Valentine’s Day celebration.”

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• G

  Google user

  ·2 years ago

  “Great food and service. Lovely, quaint local spot with attention to detail. Ask for Ellen!! Her knowledge is off the charts. If I owned this place I couldn’t pay her enough. She was attentive to everything going on the whole time we dined. The food was delicious as was the wine. Again, Ellen helped the wine pairing selections. The lamb and the terrine were very good. Photos don’t do justice. Cheers”

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• G

  Google user

  ·2 years ago

  “An interesting French-inspired but true to local roots menu. Stepping in we were greeted very kindly, exceptional relaxed service, our waiter had stellar recommendations for wine pairing and was accommodating at every step. The food was delicious, it’s our second time at this restaurant and both times we left impressed. The crème brûlée was a standout as they add flambéed apples to the dish, significantly elevating the flavour of the crème which can be frankly heavy at times. The mains were also outstanding; interesting combination of ingredients and creative preparation. Well recommended.”

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• G

  Google user

  ·2 years ago

  “Thoroughly excellent food on our repeat visit. Pricey, yes, but absolutely worth it. I had the terrine to start and then roast turkey. Main course was absolutely fantastic, pretty much a perfect roast. Turkey was so tender, and they gave me a jug of extra gravy to drown myself in. Terrine was good, but lost a couple of points for me. First, I found buckshot in it (at least you know it's real wild game!) which was honestly fine, but slightly better QC would be advised. Aside from that, overall the dish felt a little heavy. There wasn't quite enough of the fig running through it to counterpoint the meat, and the pickled red cabbage wasn't quite doing it for me. Wife had the pumpkin soup, which was lovely and creamy. For mains, she had slow cooked beef shin on mash with kale. It was also very tasty, can't say too much as I was only allowed one bite ;) Waiting staff were fantastically on point as well, and they always offer to call a taxi at the end of the meal which is a nice touch.”

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