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Best Burger Places in Edinburgh

It doesn’t matter where you are in the UK, more often than not a hungry tummy calls for a mouthwateringly meaty burger to wholly satisfy your need for food. But, if you happen to find yourself walking the cobbled streets of Edinburgh, tastecard’s got you covered with a whole range of diverse eateries, serving up plenty of perfectly presented patties within the warm embrace of two golden buns. And, with savings from tastecard like 2 for 1 on meals, the best burger places in Edinburgh are about to get even better.

Tom Pressman

06-09-2023

A crispy chicken burger dripping with sauce in a brioche bun with sesame seeds, with a side of fries.

Where are the best burger restaurants in Edinburgh?

This list of burger places in Edinburgh is sure to satisfy any and all of your burger related needs. Our restaurant recommendations and dining out deals offer succulent burgers that are unbelievably tasty. Get ready to get a taste of America in Scotland's cultural capital with these top burgers places in Edinburgh:
A crispy fried burger with a fried egg on top, seasoned with chili flakes, on lettuce and tomatoes, in a brioche bin.

The Blackbird

The Blackbird, where rice bowls and cocktails meet burgers to create a captivating menu, bursting at the seams with flavour. Choose from their tantalising burger menu to find the beefy bite you’ve been looking for. From beef options to vegan choices, The Blackbird’s got it all. For something unique and exciting, why not try their Korean-inspired burger, the Pork Belly Bun, crafted with crispy pork belly, Korean BBQ, pickled apple, beef tomato, rocket and topped with a perfectly runny fried egg, ready to ooze as soon as you take a bite?

At The Blackbird their culinary creativity knows no bounds. If you’re in the mood for something a bit more meaty, try the Beef Cheek Bun, with Irish stout braised beef cheeks, coffee, crispy onion ring, house pickles, rocket and lashings of sour cream. If it doesn’t make sense now, it will the second you take a bite! 

So, head on down to The Blackbird and see for yourself why it’s one of the best burger places in Edinburgh.

Tuck into a tasty 2 for 1 meal from Sunday to Thursday when you visit The Blackbird with tastecard. EDINBURGH, 37-39 LEVEN STREET

Juicy beef burger oozing with cheese, with fresh lettuce and tomatoes in a brioche bun, with a side of chips and sauce.

Scott’s on Princes Street

Located in the Mercure Edinburgh City Hotel, Scott’s on Princes Street is the perfect example of a classic burger executed to perfection. Their Steakhouse burger is made up of a beef patty, BBQ steakhouse sauce, bacon, Emmental cheese, gherkins, and crispy onions for a meal that is an utter flavour sensation. 

So if you’re after a fancy-schmancy dining experience but like to keep it simple and classic with a delicious burger when it comes to your meals, Scott’s on Princess Street is undoubtedly the place to go! Its elegant decor and attentive staff create a luxuriously warm atmosphere, perfect for sipping on a drink and enjoying a burger that is simply decadent! 

From Sunday to Thursday, you can dine in style with 2 for 1 meals at Scott’s on Princess Street. Cheers! EDINBURGH, 53 PRINCES STREET

Images sourced directly from partners and/or their Instagram accounts. All restaurants available on tastecard at the time of publishing.

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