Refined contemporary bar with a tranquil vibe for cocktails and a mostly-British bistro menu. Summary via Google
Good to know
Parking
- ✓Paid street
Payment
- ✓Credit cards
- ✓Debit cards
- ✓Contactless
Details via Google — worth confirming with the restaurant before you travel.
About Element
Element is a contemporary bar and restaurant on West Mains Road serving breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner. The menu draws on British and Scottish ingredients, with dishes including haggis bonbons, steak pie and fish and chips. Cocktails, beer and wine are available, alongside coffee and desserts.
The restaurant has outdoor seating and takes bookings. Live music features regularly. A children's menu is offered. Delivery and dine-in service are available, and the venue accommodates groups.
Menu & facilities
Opening hours
- Monday
- 12:00 – 11:30 PM
- Tuesday
- 12:00 – 11:30 PM
- Wednesday
- 12:00 – 11:30 PM
- Thursday
- 12:00 PM – 12:00 AM
- Friday
- 12:00 PM – 1:00 AM
- Saturday
- 12:00 PM – 1:00 AM
- Sunday
- 12:00 – 11:30 PM
Kitchen hours
- Monday
- 12:00 – 10:00 PM
- Tuesday
- 12:00 – 10:00 PM
- Wednesday
- 12:00 – 10:00 PM
- Thursday
- 12:00 – 10:00 PM
- Friday
- 12:00 – 10:00 PM
- Saturday
- 12:00 – 10:00 PM
- Sunday
- 12:00 – 10:00 PM
What's nearby
- The North Face Edinburgh next door
- Boots next door
- Princes Street Gardens 200m away
Distances as the crow flies, via Google
Diners like this restaurant's delicious and authentic Scottish food, including popular dishes like haggis bonbons, steak pie, and fish and chips. They also highlight the cozy and welcoming atmosphere, often featuring live music. Guests mention the staff are friendly, attentive, and provide excellent service.
Summary via Google
At a glance
- Guest rating
- 4.5 / 5 (1,719 reviews)
- Price level
- ££
- Dogs allowed
- No
- Good for groups
- Yes
- Booking required
- Yes
- Food hygiene rating
- Pass
- Destination
- Edinburgh
Food hygiene rating from the Food Standards Agency.