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Iglu

2b Jamaica St, Edinburgh EH3 6HH, Scotland
0131 476 5333
Ranked #63 of 1,089 restaurants in Edinburgh
4.5 of 5 stars 53 Reviews
Cuisines: Gastropub, Organic, Scottish, Steakhouse, British
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Good for: Romantic, Bar Scene, Business, Local cuisine, Special Occasion Dining, Entertaining clients, Cheap Eats
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Lunch Spot, Dinner, Reservations, After-hours, Dessert
Neighbourhood: New Town
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Senior Reviewer
9 reviews 9 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 May 2012 NEW

Food arrived late- after 45 minutes waiting despite the restaurant being empty. Lamb was seasoned with anchovy sauce.... fish sauce ruined the delicious meat. Other dishes were nice, burger was ok, steak & pasta was yummy. Disappointing food service, but nice beer & decor. More

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Bedford, Texas
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6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2012

This is a tiny place, and perhaps not well known. We had signed up for a "whiskey tasting" dinner, and when we arrived by cab we weren't even sure we were at the right place. From the outside, it doesn't look like much, and the inside is just a bar and a few tables on the first floor. But we... More

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See 2 more reviews by Friend_of_IEEE for Edinburgh
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6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 May 2012

We signed up for a Whisky Tasting and Dinner experience, and we had a most enjoyable night, Although there was only 2 of us, our host took time to go through the introductions, explained the different Whisky producing region, and took time to answer our questions. very surprising for me to taste the peated Whisky and definitely a new experience,... More

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Glasgow, United Kingdom
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8 reviews 8 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 April 2012

After a stressful day, I was asked out to dinner at Iglu with a friend. From the moment I walked through the door (45mins late for the booking), I felt so much better! We ate in the cafe/bar downstairs and it is warm, cosy and chilled out. The lass behind the bar was smiling and cheery and prompt with taking... More

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Cheshire
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16 reviews 16 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 April 2012

A test of a good restaurant is the way it copes with groups. There's nothing worse than an overworked chef and harassed staff keeping everyone waiting. So, full marks to Iglu for dealing promptly, politely and sensitively with a group of 36 diners who filled the upstairs and occupied a table downstairs as well. What's more, the restaurant coped brilliantly... More

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Torphicen
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4 reviews 4 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 April 2012

This is a lovely wee gem. We had an early dinner in the downstairs bistro, and the food was magnificent. I had pigeon and blackpudding which was perfectly cooked. The pigeon was tender and the kale that came with it was well seasoned and tasty. I then had the boar burger and chips which was wonderful, but could have done... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 March 2012

Loved this place. Set menu from 6 till 7 and 3 courses later I was a happy well fed man. The missus loved it to! A pint each and a total of £45. Bargain! More

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See 4 more reviews by PaulF81 for Edinburgh
Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 February 2012

I stumbled into Iglu one cold winter's evening some 5 years ago, I had, thankfully & luckily, missed my bus home, just around the corner lay a cozy looking bar/bistro which looked warm and inviting. I was welcomed to a seat at the comfortable bar as I was not dining on this occasion. Since then, This has become a great... More

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Charlie Cornelius, Owner at Iglu, responded to this review
14 February 2012

Thank you what an amazing compliment to Iglu. I am proud to be owner of a place that has such loyal local clientelle and staff that go the extra mile and are friendly and human. Colin I am sorry to hear about your ailment - it sounds like to are getting on with living life to the full despite it.... More

Lancaster, United Kingdom
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 January 2012

Visited on New Years Eve. Food and service was excellent. Small restaurant with a lovely atmosphere. You could see the chef's cooking which was a nice personal touch. More

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Edinburgh, United Kingdom
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 January 2012

An excellent night downstairs at Iglu on Sat 21: tasty, well-prepared food, a warm, informal ambience and very welcoming, helpful staff. They even turned down the music when I asked them. More

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