Scotts Bar & Restaurant
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About Scotts Bar & Restaurant
Scotts Bar & Restaurant sits at Port Edgar Marina in South Queensferry, positioned between the two bridges with views across the Firth of Forth and all three bridges. The menu draws on classic British and international dishes, with steaks including a 225g sirloin, a 200g fillet, and a 450g chateaubriand to share. Fish and chips, including a Premium Peterhead option, is a recurring order, alongside a burger and a specials menu that runs beside the regular one. Cocktails, including margaritas, are served from the bar. The interior mixes industrial finishes with plants throughout, and seating spans window booths and tables in the main dining area. Brunch and dinner are both served, with the restaurant open daily and reservations required. A discretionary service charge is added to the bill.
Good to know
- ReservationsAccepts reservations
- ParkingFree of charge street parking · Free parking lot · Paid parking lot
- AccessibilityHas wheelchair-accessible car park · Has wheelchair-accessible entrance · Has wheelchair-accessible seating
- Good for kidsGood for kids · Has changing table(s) · High chairs available
- DietaryServes vegan dishes · Serves vegetarian dishes
Menu & Prices
20 dishes · mains £4–125- Sirloin 225g£39.95
- Fillet 200g£43.95
- Prime Rib On The Bone (To Share) 500g£84.95
- Chateaubriand (To Share) 450g£89.95
- Lemon & Thyme Grilled Breast Of Chicken£21.95
- Classic Mac & Cheese V£17.95
Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention fish and chips, view of three bridges, margarita cocktails and premium fish & chips with hawkstone lager.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention fish and chips, view of three bridges, margarita cocktails and premium fish & chips with hawkstone lager.
Customer Review Summary
Fish and chips draws the most praise, with several reviewers calling it the best they had in Scotland and one specifically enjoying the Premium Fish & Chips alongside a Hawkstone Lager. Close behind, the view of the three bridges and the Firth of Forth comes up again and again as the setting's main draw, paired with cocktails like the Margaritas one diner rated highly. Staff are repeatedly described as friendly and helpful, though a few visits note stressed service and one long wait. A recurring trade-off appears around seating and consistency: one reviewer's haddock and chips arrived with thick batter and mushy peas despite a "premium" billing, and they were seated by the kitchen passage while a window booth sat empty all meal. Another found the burger underwhelming despite the setting. Most, though, describe timely, well-priced dishes, with one Valentine's Day diner surprised the bill matched the quality, calling every dish "perfect."
Customer Review Summary
Fish and chips draws the most praise, with several reviewers calling it the best they had in Scotland and one specifically enjoying the Premium Fish & Chips alongside a Hawkstone Lager. Close behind, the view of the three bridges and the Firth of Forth comes up again and again as the setting's main draw, paired with cocktails like the Margaritas one diner rated highly. Staff are repeatedly described as friendly and helpful, though a few visits note stressed service and one long wait. A recurring trade-off appears around seating and consistency: one reviewer's haddock and chips arrived with thick batter and mushy peas despite a "premium" billing, and they were seated by the kitchen passage while a window booth sat empty all meal. Another found the burger underwhelming despite the setting. Most, though, describe timely, well-priced dishes, with one Valentine's Day diner surprised the bill matched the quality, calling every dish "perfect."
Featured reviews
- Constantinos Papazachariou
“Great meal at Scotts in South Queensferry. I had the Premium Fish & Chips with a Hawkstone Lager and both were excellent. …”
- Joey B
“Visited here for brunch recently with my husband. The venue is beautiful with stunning views of The Forth and the three bridges. The staff were all very pleasant, friendly and efficient. …”
- Tammie Kee
“We had a wonderful experience at Scott’s. The views and ambiance provide a perfect backdrop for the exceptional food. The fish and chips were the best I had during my visit to Scotland. I would have loved to comeback to try the steaks.”
- Pok Chau
“Always love going to south queensferry for food over the impressive view of Firth of Forth. A 2-course lunch, it was a good super-crispy battered fish, with calamari for starter and a salad on side. The lassie serving the area was lovely and friendly.”
- Siegfried F.
“The restaurant offers a wonderful view of the bridges and has a great interior. The staff seemed a bit stressed during our visit, and the food we ordered—especially the burger—did not live up to our expectations. We are giving it 3 stars.”
Hours
- Monday
- Tuesday
- Wednesday
- Thursday
- Friday
- Saturday
- Sunday
Highlights
“Classic British & international menus with modern, industrial interiors & plants throughout.”
- Has great beer selection
- Serves great cocktails
- Serves great coffee
- Serves great dessert
- Has great tea selection
- Has great wine list
Amenities
- Has Wi-Fi
- Has wheelchair-accessible car park
- Free of charge street parking
- Accepts reservations
- Has outdoor seating
- Serves dine-in
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- Family friendly
- Serves vegan dishes
- Has bar on site
- Casual
- On-site services available
- Serves beer
- Offerings· 9
- Serves alcohol
- Serves cocktails
- Serves coffee
- Serves healthy options
- Serves late-night food
- Serves small plates
- Serves spirits
- Serves vegetarian dishes
- Serves wine
- Parking· 3
- Free parking lot
- Paid parking lot
- Plenty of parking
- Family-friendly· 4
- Good for kids
- Has changing table(s)
- High chairs available
- Has kids' menu
- Dining options· 8
- Serves breakfast
- Serves brunch
- Serves lunch
- Serves dinner
- Has catering
- Serves dessert
- Has seating
- Has table service
- Facilities· 1
- Has toilet
- Atmosphere· 4
- Cosy
- Romantic
- Trendy
- Upmarket
- Accessibility· 3
- Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Has wheelchair-accessible seating
- Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
- Highlights· 6
- Has great beer selection
- Serves great cocktails
- Serves great coffee
- Serves great dessert
- Has great tea selection
- Has great wine list
- Popular for· 4
- Popular for breakfast
- Popular for lunch
- Popular for dinner
- Good for solo dining
- Crowd· 2
- Good for groups
- Popular with tourists
- Planning· 4
- Brunch reservations recommended
- Lunch reservations recommended
- Reservations required
- Dinner reservations recommended
Location
Restaurants near Scotts Bar & Restaurant
- Dalgety Fish Bar4.24344.1 mi£10–20Good for kidsReservations
fish and chips, sausage supper, salt and sauce
- 5.2 mi away£10–20Good for kidsReservations
food ready in under 10 minutes, app or qr code ordering, bottomless drinks
- 5.3 mi away£10–20Good for kidsReservations
lamb curries, chicken dishes, delivery delays
| Place | Rating | Distance | Price | Mentioned in reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scotts Bar & RestaurantGood for kids · Reservations | 4.43,248 | — | £20–60 | fish and chips, view of three bridges, margarita cocktails |
| Dalgety Fish BarGood for kids · Reservations | 4.2434 | 4.1 mi | £10–20 | fish and chips, sausage supper, salt and sauce |
| Nando's Edinburgh - The GyleGood for kids · Reservations | 4.0118 | 5.2 mi away | £10–20 | food ready in under 10 minutes, app or qr code ordering, bottomless drinks |
| Curry Pot Indian TakeawayGood for kids · Reservations | 4.0229 | 5.3 mi away | £10–20 | lamb curries, chicken dishes, delivery delays |
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