If you have to eat one great meal in Edinburgh, definitely consider Aizle. We tried their lunch tasting menu, and as a vegetarian I was skeptical, but oh my, the food was good, and so flavourful. I highly recommend giving Aizle a shot!
jigna parmar
An incredible dining experience- every course was truly delectable. This restaurant is Michelin star worthy. Would highly recommend if you are looking for a fine dining meal in the beautiful city of Edinburgh!
Stephen Cottam
Phenomenal. Honestly one of the best dining experiences we’ve ever had. How has this place not yet received a Michelin Star? Exceptional in every way. Thank you.
317Ian2008
Hidden within the Kimpton hotel in a central garden room Aizle has a laid back european vibe. It only offers a set tasting menu so be bold and go with it, we tried dishes that we would not normally order and were very pleasantly surprised. And eight courses is a lot, even if each course was quite small, we struggled to finish everything. Service was friendly and informative but suggest you give yourselves time, it took four hours.
alwayswander
We had a fantastic meal and experience. Have been lucky enough to eat at a few nice restaurants with tasting menu and matching wines in the last year and Aizle was easily the best. Menu, which is kept a bit secret, was brilliant and perfectly paced and matching wines were all superb. Really excellent meal.
Terry Brown
Buzzy, vibrant fish restaurant with excellent fish dishes and an interesting wine list.
Scott Baitz
Honestly, highly overrated. The meal was so expensive, the presentation was pretentious, and much of the food was done up with no real addition to the experience. The food tasted good, but the vibe was off. Service took 3.5 hours, and the portions were so small for the timeframe that all four of us left hungry.It honestly gave off satire of a fancy meal, and not actually one.
Scotland51oN
Keen to try Aizle and lucky enough to get a table on Sunday PM. Had to change reservation time at short notice and was easily done. Loveley evening and lived all the courses. Did not have the wine flight but enjoyed the Old fashioned. Favourite course was the Lamb and the layer duck. Lively decor throughout.
Natalie9512
We had such a great tasting experience at aizle. The menu of ingredients doesn't give too much away so every dish that comes out is a surprise. There were a mixture of finger food and cutlery needing dishes which were served on imaginative plates and added a playful element. Staff were fantastic. Only minor complaint was that we had to move back our plans for afterwards and then cancel as we were at the restaurant for 2 and a half hours which we didn't expect for being a weeknight and only a few other tables there. Food was fabulous and if that's how long it takes to create then fair enough was worth it.
Wander05742426815
Absolutely incredible from start to finish. Cannot rate this restaurant highly enough. Food impeccable, staff fun and amazing and the venue and vibe was absolutely spot on. If you come to Edinburgh it would be a crime not to visit here ??
Review for Aizle, Edinburgh:⭐⭐⭐⭐☆Aizle offers a truly unique and delightful dining experience in the heart of Edinburgh. The menu, which is inspired by local and seasonal ingredients, showcases the chef's creativity and passion for crafting dishes that are both visually stunning and bursting with flavor.Each course was a journey, introducing us to a blend of traditional Scottish elements with modern twists. The attention to detail in presentation was evident, and the flavors were mostly spot-on. There were a couple of dishes that, while delicious, didn't quite hit the mark for me, hence the four stars.The ambiance is contemporary yet cozy, making it perfect for both romantic dinners and casual get-togethers. What really stood out was the knowledgeable staff, who were more than happy to explain the intricacies of each dish and offer drink pairings that complemented our meal beautifully.In conclusion, Aizle is a must-visit for food enthusiasts exploring Edinburgh. While there's a bit of room for improvement, the overall experience is undoubtedly memorable. Looking forward to my next visit!
richard cope
Not all joined up!Located in the courtyard of the Kimpton Charlotte Square, my first impression was that we had stumbled in to a cafe at a garden centre! Our welcome was less than enthusiastic. We were shown to our table in the corner of the restaurant next to a coatrack and an obsolete computer gathering dust. The corridor around the restaurant was busy with hotel traffic. Not really an aspiring Michelin setting!Service varied from very good to okay. Liked the idea of the 'ingredient list'. Definitely some significant skill in the kitchen with preparation & presentation. Dishes varied from interesting and/or imaginative to okay. Loved the lamb (though odd not to have cutlery with this course) & chocolate orange pumpkin dessert, but not so impressed by the lack luster/flavour monkfish and rather tough duck. Also, not a fan of the rather over-sweet brioche half way through the meal. For my taste, the dishes were generally over-salted.There's good competition in Edinburgh for these 'taster' menu events. Aizle's offering was rather underwhelmed and, in my opinion, there is better value to be had.
richardcI9593JM
Located in the courtyard of the Kimpton Charlotte Square, my first impression was that we had stumbled in to a cafe at a garden centre! Our welcome was less than enthusiastic. We were shown to our table in the corner of the restaurant next to a coatrack and an obsolete computer gathering dust. The corridor around the restaurant was busy with hotel traffic. Not really an aspiring Michelin setting! Service varied from very good to okay. Liked the idea of the 'ingredient list'. Definitely some significant skill in the kitchen with preparation & presentation. Dishes varied from interesting and/or imaginative to okay. Loved the lamb (though odd not to have cutlery with this course) & chocolate orange pumpkin dessert, but not so impressed by the lack luster/flavour monkfish and rather tough duck. Also, not a fan of the rather over-sweet brioche half way through the meal. For my taste, the dishes were generally over-salted. There's good competition in Edinburgh for these 'taster' menu events. Aizle's offering was rather underwhelmed and, in my opinion, there is better value to be had.
Kim B
My husband and I have just returned from a 3 night stay in Edinburgh, our favourite city. We were fortunate enough to visit both Aizle and the new restaurant Lyla and were absolutely delighted by the experience at each venue. Both very different but the same excellent standard of cuisine and service. All the staff were extremely knowledgeable and passionate about the food and made us feel very special . It was difficult to choose a favourite course as we enjoyed every single one but I think the lamb dish at Aizle was spectacular and it is even more difficult to select a favourite dish from the 10 course menu at Lyla but the lobster hors d’oeuvre was mouthwatering as was the scallop dish and the smoked trout but each course was amazing and the care and attention to detail in the presentation (art on a plate) was spectacular. We would certainly recommend the wine flight and the sommelier at Lyla transported us to the various countries of origin in his amazing description of each delectable wine. A sincere thank you to all staff at each venue who made our visits an experience to treasure we look forward to returning. We would also recommend staying at the superb hotel 21212 where again the service was exceptional
Suzanne Low
We had the tasting menu with wine pairing, lovely foods made with fresh ingredients, my favourite were lamb belly and salted duck, staff were friendly and knowledgeable about what they are serving and sommelier has done a good job explaining the origin and how each wine was made, impressed with foods, service and atmosphere, must try when visiting Edinburgh!!
If you have to eat one great meal in Edinburgh, definitely consider Aizle. We tried their lunch tasting menu, and as a vegetarian I was skeptical, but oh my, the food was good, and so flavourful. I highly recommend giving Aizle a shot!
An incredible dining experience- every course was truly delectable. This restaurant is Michelin star worthy. Would highly recommend if you are looking for a fine dining meal in the beautiful city of Edinburgh!
Phenomenal. Honestly one of the best dining experiences we’ve ever had. How has this place not yet received a Michelin Star? Exceptional in every way. Thank you.
Hidden within the Kimpton hotel in a central garden room Aizle has a laid back european vibe. It only offers a set tasting menu so be bold and go with it, we tried dishes that we would not normally order and were very pleasantly surprised. And eight courses is a lot, even if each course was quite small, we struggled to finish everything. Service was friendly and informative but suggest you give yourselves time, it took four hours.
We had a fantastic meal and experience. Have been lucky enough to eat at a few nice restaurants with tasting menu and matching wines in the last year and Aizle was easily the best. Menu, which is kept a bit secret, was brilliant and perfectly paced and matching wines were all superb. Really excellent meal.
Buzzy, vibrant fish restaurant with excellent fish dishes and an interesting wine list.
Honestly, highly overrated. The meal was so expensive, the presentation was pretentious, and much of the food was done up with no real addition to the experience. The food tasted good, but the vibe was off. Service took 3.5 hours, and the portions were so small for the timeframe that all four of us left hungry.It honestly gave off satire of a fancy meal, and not actually one.
Keen to try Aizle and lucky enough to get a table on Sunday PM. Had to change reservation time at short notice and was easily done. Loveley evening and lived all the courses. Did not have the wine flight but enjoyed the Old fashioned. Favourite course was the Lamb and the layer duck. Lively decor throughout.
We had such a great tasting experience at aizle. The menu of ingredients doesn't give too much away so every dish that comes out is a surprise. There were a mixture of finger food and cutlery needing dishes which were served on imaginative plates and added a playful element. Staff were fantastic. Only minor complaint was that we had to move back our plans for afterwards and then cancel as we were at the restaurant for 2 and a half hours which we didn't expect for being a weeknight and only a few other tables there. Food was fabulous and if that's how long it takes to create then fair enough was worth it.
Absolutely incredible from start to finish. Cannot rate this restaurant highly enough. Food impeccable, staff fun and amazing and the venue and vibe was absolutely spot on. If you come to Edinburgh it would be a crime not to visit here ??
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Review for Aizle, Edinburgh:⭐⭐⭐⭐☆Aizle offers a truly unique and delightful dining experience in the heart of Edinburgh. The menu, which is inspired by local and seasonal ingredients, showcases the chef's creativity and passion for crafting dishes that are both visually stunning and bursting with flavor.Each course was a journey, introducing us to a blend of traditional Scottish elements with modern twists. The attention to detail in presentation was evident, and the flavors were mostly spot-on. There were a couple of dishes that, while delicious, didn't quite hit the mark for me, hence the four stars.The ambiance is contemporary yet cozy, making it perfect for both romantic dinners and casual get-togethers. What really stood out was the knowledgeable staff, who were more than happy to explain the intricacies of each dish and offer drink pairings that complemented our meal beautifully.In conclusion, Aizle is a must-visit for food enthusiasts exploring Edinburgh. While there's a bit of room for improvement, the overall experience is undoubtedly memorable. Looking forward to my next visit!
Not all joined up!Located in the courtyard of the Kimpton Charlotte Square, my first impression was that we had stumbled in to a cafe at a garden centre! Our welcome was less than enthusiastic. We were shown to our table in the corner of the restaurant next to a coatrack and an obsolete computer gathering dust. The corridor around the restaurant was busy with hotel traffic. Not really an aspiring Michelin setting!Service varied from very good to okay. Liked the idea of the 'ingredient list'. Definitely some significant skill in the kitchen with preparation & presentation. Dishes varied from interesting and/or imaginative to okay. Loved the lamb (though odd not to have cutlery with this course) & chocolate orange pumpkin dessert, but not so impressed by the lack luster/flavour monkfish and rather tough duck. Also, not a fan of the rather over-sweet brioche half way through the meal. For my taste, the dishes were generally over-salted.There's good competition in Edinburgh for these 'taster' menu events. Aizle's offering was rather underwhelmed and, in my opinion, there is better value to be had.
Located in the courtyard of the Kimpton Charlotte Square, my first impression was that we had stumbled in to a cafe at a garden centre! Our welcome was less than enthusiastic. We were shown to our table in the corner of the restaurant next to a coatrack and an obsolete computer gathering dust. The corridor around the restaurant was busy with hotel traffic. Not really an aspiring Michelin setting! Service varied from very good to okay. Liked the idea of the 'ingredient list'. Definitely some significant skill in the kitchen with preparation & presentation. Dishes varied from interesting and/or imaginative to okay. Loved the lamb (though odd not to have cutlery with this course) & chocolate orange pumpkin dessert, but not so impressed by the lack luster/flavour monkfish and rather tough duck. Also, not a fan of the rather over-sweet brioche half way through the meal. For my taste, the dishes were generally over-salted. There's good competition in Edinburgh for these 'taster' menu events. Aizle's offering was rather underwhelmed and, in my opinion, there is better value to be had.
My husband and I have just returned from a 3 night stay in Edinburgh, our favourite city. We were fortunate enough to visit both Aizle and the new restaurant Lyla and were absolutely delighted by the experience at each venue. Both very different but the same excellent standard of cuisine and service. All the staff were extremely knowledgeable and passionate about the food and made us feel very special . It was difficult to choose a favourite course as we enjoyed every single one but I think the lamb dish at Aizle was spectacular and it is even more difficult to select a favourite dish from the 10 course menu at Lyla but the lobster hors d’oeuvre was mouthwatering as was the scallop dish and the smoked trout but each course was amazing and the care and attention to detail in the presentation (art on a plate) was spectacular. We would certainly recommend the wine flight and the sommelier at Lyla transported us to the various countries of origin in his amazing description of each delectable wine. A sincere thank you to all staff at each venue who made our visits an experience to treasure we look forward to returning. We would also recommend staying at the superb hotel 21212 where again the service was exceptional
We had the tasting menu with wine pairing, lovely foods made with fresh ingredients, my favourite were lamb belly and salted duck, staff were friendly and knowledgeable about what they are serving and sommelier has done a good job explaining the origin and how each wine was made, impressed with foods, service and atmosphere, must try when visiting Edinburgh!!