The bright, airy Gateway Café is an essential part of any visit to the Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh. The Gateway provides an idyllic spot to enjoy sumptuous seasonal dishes, prepared from scratch on site and making full use of fresh fruit, vegetables, and herbs handpicked from the onsite organic Kitchen Garden.
Take your pick from warming soups, deli filled sandwiches, daily hot specials - plus, of course, a vibrant salad bar jampacked with produce delivered direct from plot to plate.
Located at the bottom of the stairs in the John Hope Gateway, the Botanics Coffee Cart is a quick and easy option for grab-and-go drinks, or to grab a scoop (or three!) of ice cream from Isle of Arran Dairy.
Make the most of summer at the Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh’s Garden View Deck & Bar.
From day to dusk, the Garden View Deck & Bar offers a relaxed al fresco retreat, where seasonal small plates, refreshing drinks and garden views set the scene for memorable summer evenings. Gather with friends, raise a glass and soak up the atmosphere beneath the evening sky.
Friday - Sunday, from 12pm. Walk-in Only.
Set across 70 acres of beautiful green landscape, the Botanics offers superb panoramic views of the Edinburgh skyline and a variety of unique dining and event venues in a truly breath-taking setting.
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Celebrate the season with menus bursting with the fresh flavours of summer. From vibrant vegetables and fragrant herbs to freshly caught seafood, seasonal berries and exceptional meats, each dish is thoughtfully crafted to showcase the very best ingredients at their peak.
Available across our venues, discover bright, seasonal flavours, creative cooking and memorable dining experiences throughout the summer months.
