Harden's survey result
Summary
“You are greeted by peacocks and a Highland cow” at this former private estate, where you “dine in a historic room” that’s been done up to the nines. “Staff are very relaxed for such a sublime interior” and the food’s pretty good too. The owner is James Thomson, who owns Edinburgh’s Witchery, and his lavish-verging-on-kitsch design DNA is evident in both venues.
Summary
With its “rich and opulent” setting, this Georgian former private estate provides a “unique environment” for “high-end” meals that are a feast for the eyes as much as the tastebuds. James Thomson pioneered his borderline kitsch approach to hospitality at his gothic-themed Witchery.
Summary
With its “rich and opulent” setting, this Georgian former private estate provides a “unique environment” for “high-end” meals that are a feast for the eyes as much as the tastebuds. James Thomson pioneered his borderline kitsch approach to hospitality at his gothic-themed Witchery.
Summary
Any meal in the lavishly opulent setting of this Georgian, former private estate inside the city (the first in Scotland to grow rhubarb – hence the name) is “great for a special treat”. The food is “very good”, including breakfast and afternoon tea.
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Have you eaten at Rhubarb, Prestonfield Hotel?
Owner's description
RHUBARB
THE MOST-RECENT OF JAMES THOMSON'S LATEST DESTINATION RESTAURANTS - AND THE MOST OPULENT TO DATE!
Rhubarb delivers all of the gourmet delights, magic, drama and romance you would expect from the creator of the Witchery by the Castle. Wickedly rich and dramatic this stylish and oh-so glamorous restaurant occupies grand Regency rooms at the heart of Prestonfield. Discover a gourmet retreat with a reputation as the capital's most memorable dining experience.
Expect exceptional cuisine with exceptional Scottish produce: much locally sourced from small artisan suppliers. Enjoy inspirational wines come from an award-winning cellar. Explore the adjacent historic rooms as places to enjoy a drink before and after dining.
And the name? Prestonfield was the first estate in Scotland to propagate rhubarb in the eighteen century. We still grow it, love it and it features on the menu whenever we can.
Lunch 12pm - 2pm and Sundays 12.30pm - 3pm
Dinner 6pm - 10pm every day
Reservations: 0131 225 1333 or just book your table online.
Prices
| Availability | 2 courses | 3 courses |  |
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| Lunch | £35.00 |  |
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| Dinner | £44.00 | |
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Traditional European menu
| Starter | Main | Pudding |
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| £11.00 | £22.50 | £10.00 |
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| Wine per bottle | £30.00 |
| Filter Coffee | £4.00 |
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| Bread | £0.00 |
| Service | 12.50% |
Restaurant details
Priestfield Rd, Edinburgh, EH16 5UT
Opening hours
| Monday | 12 pm‑4:30 pm, 4:30 pm‑10 pm |
| Tuesday | 12 pm‑4:30 pm, 4:30 pm‑10 pm |
| Wednesday | 12 pm‑4:30 pm, 4:30 pm‑10 pm |
| Thursday | 12 pm‑4:30 pm, 4:30 pm‑10 pm |
| Friday | 12 pm‑4:30 pm, 4:30 pm‑10 pm |
| Saturday | 12 pm‑4:30 pm, 4:30 pm‑10 pm |
| Sunday | 12 pm‑4:30 pm, 4:30 pm‑10 pm |
