Howies Victoria

Howies Victoria is located on one of the most photographed streets in Europe.

A historic building, paired-back stone walls, wooden floors and eclectic art make it the perfect spot for an evening of informal dining.

Open for lunch and dinner 7 days a week.
3 mins from Edinburgh Castle and The Royal Mile. 15 minutes walk from Howies Waterloo.

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Welcome

Look forward to fresh, seasonal, Scottish food and delicious wines and whisky in an informal setting, served with a smile.

Look up from Howies Victoria and you’ll find Scotts Kitchen, our all-day dining option, on the sweeping South-facing terrace above.

White fish on vegetables from Howies Restaurant, Edinburgh
Lunch
Shellfish seafood platter from Howies Restuarant, Edinburgh
Dinner
Canapes on slate at Howies Restaurant
Gatherings
Champagne served at Howies Restaurant, Edinburgh
Drinks

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Offers

LUNCH

2 Courses for £19.95

EARLY DINING OFFER

Sunday – Thursday
2 Courses for £24.95 between 5.30pm and 6.30pm

  • Interior of Howies Restaurant, Victoria Street, Edinburgh Old Town. Local food.
  • Salmon on vegetables from Howies Restaurant, Edinburgh
  • Bar area at Howies Restaurant, Victoria Street, Edinburgh. Authentic Scottish cuisine.

Howies Victoria Street Location

10-14 Victoria Street
Edinburgh
EH1 2HG

0131 225 1721

victoriastreet@howies.uk.com

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No availability at your chosen time?

We may have availability at one of our other city centre locations.

Opening Hours

Howies Victoria is open for lunch and dinner 7 days a week.

Lunch is 12pm – 2.30pm.
Dinner is from 5.30pm and last booking is 9.30pm.

Reserve By Phone

If you have more than 8 diners, or if you’d rather book over the phone, please call us on 0131 225 1721 or email us on victoriastreet@howies.uk.com. We will always do our best to accommodate your booking.

Terms & conditions

Please note that all bookings are subject to our Terms & Conditions.

Fresh seasonal Scottish Food in The Heart of Edinburgh

Howies’ food is the very best Scotland has to offer.

  • Daily catch of the day
  • Daily casserole of the day
  • Cured salmon from Belhaven Smokery
  • Grass fed steak from Gilmour’s butchers 
  • Lobsters from East Lothian
  • Mussels from the Shetland Isles
  • Cheese from Ian Mellis
  • Seasonal vegetables from across Scotland 
  • Red tractor sourced chicken from the UK

Our drinks list is packed with local makers too. Stewarts craft beer, Thistly Cross Cider from East Lothian, Edinburgh Gin, Arbikie vodka and many others.

Scottish, Seasonal & Seriously Tasty
  • White fish on peppers and olives from Howies Restaurant, Edinburgh
  • Welcome sign at Howies Restaurant, Victoria Street, Edinburgh. Close to Royal Mile, Ediniburgh Castle and Princes Street.
  • Lobster, chips and champagne at Howies Restuarant Edinburgh, serving local Scottish food

About Howies Victoria

Howies Restaurant on Victoria Street is a popular Scottish restaurant in Edinburgh’s Old Town, near St Giles’ Cathedral, the Royal Mile, Edinburgh Castle, Grassmarket, and Princes Street.

We’re highly rated by our customers, and known for authentic Scottish food, traditional cuisine, fresh locally sourced ingredients—famous haggis, Cullen Skink, Aberdeen Angus steak, and seasonal specials—including vegan, vegetarian and gluten-free options.

We’re the place to go for haggis and whisky, offering great value and warm service. Perfect for lunch, dinner, date nights, group dining, family-friendly and pre-theatre menus. Loved by tourists and locals alike. Book online or walk in today.