About this tour
William, a passionate Edinburgh food lover, guides you through the city's overlooked Asian Quarter and Scottish culinary scene across three hours. You'll skip the tourist hotspots and visit independently-run neighbourhood restaurants handpicked over a year of exploration. Each stop reveals dishes—some surprising for Scotland—paired with the stories of family owners who've welcomed the tour into their spaces. The route flexes daily based on what's fresh and available, and you'll finish with tailored suggestions for eating your way through the rest of your time in the city.
Highlights
- Neighbourhood Asian and Scottish restaurants, not tourist circuits
- Three courses' worth of tastings at family-run venues
- Owner stories and personal histories behind each location
- Flexible daily route responding to seasonal availability
- Insider tips for independent eating spots across Edinburgh
What to expect
You'll move between three or four venues on foot through quieter parts of Edinburgh. William introduces you to owners in person—these are real relationships built over time, not scripted patter. Expect to taste dishes that challenge assumptions about Scottish food: bold flavours from the Asian Quarter mixed with locally-rooted Scottish cooking. Portions across venues add up to a substantial meal; pacing is leisurely, with conversation around each stop's history and the people running it. By the end, you'll have concrete recommendations for restaurants worth returning to, written for someone actually living in the city rather than passing through.
Good to know
Routes shift daily depending on ingredient availability and what's working well that week—confirm final stops with William before you meet. The tour involves walking between venues, suitable for all fitness levels. Vegetarian options are catered for; mention dietary needs when booking. Gratuities for venues are covered; guide tips are separate.
Frequently asked
- How long does Explore Edinburgh's Asian Quarter & Local Scottish Cuisine take?
- Explore Edinburgh's Asian Quarter & Local Scottish Cuisine runs for approximately 3 hours.
- How much does Explore Edinburgh's Asian Quarter & Local Scottish Cuisine cost?
- Prices start from GBP $95 per person. Final pricing varies by date, group size and any add-ons — confirmed at checkout via Viator.
- Where does Explore Edinburgh's Asian Quarter & Local Scottish Cuisine run?
- This tour operates around United Kingdom. Specific meeting points and pickup options are listed by the operator at checkout.
- Who runs Explore Edinburgh's Asian Quarter & Local Scottish Cuisine?
- The tour is sold and operated by its supplier through Viator. New Forest National Park earns a small commission on bookings made via the link, which keeps this site free for travellers.
- Is the tour confirmed at the listed price?
- The price shown is the operator's "from" price as of our last sync. Final price, currency conversion, group discounts and cancellation policy are confirmed at checkout — always review before paying.
Tour sold and operated by its supplier via Viator. Descriptions on this page are original New Forest National Park summaries, not copied from the operator. Prices and availability are confirmed at checkout.