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Opened in 1997, Number One has proudly retained one Michelin star since 2003. The restaurant also holds 4 AA Rosettes and offers modern dining coupled with world class Scottish hospitality. Head Chef Mathew Sherry creates seasonal Scottish dishes by combining classic flavours with modern flair.
Designed by Rocco Forte Hotels’ Director of Design, Olga Polizzi, the rich red lacquered walls in Number One are adorned by art in the form of a large format triptych print of a Scottish oak tree by Adam Ellis and artwork from the Royal College of Art in London. Standout design elements include striking dove grey wool banquettes with golden yellow leather accents, elegant Lyndon Albany chairs with distinctive button backs and solid timber oak flooring throughout the restaurant.
Designed by Rocco Forte Hotels’ Director of Design, Olga Polizzi, the rich red lacquered walls in Number One are adorned by art in the form of a large format triptych print of a Scottish oak tree by Adam Ellis and artwork from the Royal College of Art in London. Standout design elements include striking dove grey wool banquettes with golden yellow leather accents, elegant Lyndon Albany chairs with distinctive button backs and solid timber oak flooring throughout the restaurant.
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Rick Lupert
2 months ago on Google
We had a fantastic dinner at the Michelin-recommended Number One at the Balmoral. It was our last night in Edinburgh, and our goal was to have a truly special evening. In terms of service, atmosphere, and food, that's exactly what we got. My wife and I both had 5-course tasting menus. As a vegetarian, I was especially pleased they were not only able to accommodate my diet, but do so in a spectacular way. The experience was opulent and comfortable from the moment we walked in. We were seated at a very comfortable, spacious round table, next to each other with a view of the rest of the dining room. Kind of felt like royalty. With such a nice, upscale place, it's easy for the atmosphere and staff interaction to feel overly important and stuffy. Not so here, though...all of the staff we interacted with, from the host to the sommelier to our server, as well as the person who brought our food, were all comfortable and fun. The sommelier was particularly engaging and gave us a nice sense of him as a human who cared deeply about what he was presenting to us. The food was outasite...especially as a vegetarian, to be so thoughtfully and well taken care of was fantastic. Everything was beautiful and delicious...the courses were not too large...so the meal, despite being 5 courses (plus lovely amuse-bouche canapés), was designed to be finished...and finish it I did. (Not to mention a healthy portion of the seeded bread and butter they brought. We added on the Balmoral honey dessert as they have bees on the roof of the hotel and the honey couldn't be any more local than that. We wished they'd brought one for us to share, but they brought us 2 separate ones, which was more than we needed after 2 five-course meals, which already came with dessert. There were also many solicitations of add-ons- macarons, after-dinner desserts, drinks, and cheeses...it did feel a tiny bit like they were looking for every opportunity to add items to our bill. Also, tiny disappointment...we had mentioned during the reservation that it was our anniversary dinner, and when seated, they did ask us about that to confirm...but at no point during the meal after that did they acknowledge that in any way. Besides that, the overall experience was fantastic, indulgent, and delicious. Highly recommended extremely fine dining experience in Edinburgh in an historic building. Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5
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Kent Ketteler
2 months ago on Google
Food was average at best. Had the 5 course with wine paring. Way over priced. Over $650 per person and did not even select the premium wine package. Food: 3 Service: 3 Atmosphere: 2
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Hollie-Rose Gilmour
4 months ago on Google
There’s a certain weight to the name Number One in Edinburgh. A restaurant that, until 2022, held its place among the city’s Michelin-starred elite before quietly losing its star, leaving the Scottish capital with three instead of four. It’s the kind of detail that lingers in the back of your mind as you arrive, shaping expectations in subtle ways. But what unfolded for us was something far removed from disappointment. Set within The Balmoral Hotel, Number One offers an atmosphere that is both elegant and unexpectedly comforting. The dining room, softly lit and warmly enclosed, felt almost like sitting inside a jewellery box, intimate, cocooned, and a little indulgent. Not the grand theatrics some might expect, but something more inviting, more personal. And, as it turns out, highly recommendable. We opted for the chef’s tasting menu, a progression of dishes that felt assured and carefully considered throughout. Each course was well executed, with a quiet confidence rather than unnecessary flair. There was a clear respect for ingredients and balance, allowing flavours to speak cleanly and without distraction. The standout, without question, came at the end: a honey-based dessert using honey sourced from the restaurant’s own hives. It was, in a word, sublime, delicate, fragrant, and the kind of dish that lingers long after the final bite. The evening, however, was not without its challenges. I was unfortunately experiencing a particularly difficult flare-up of a chronic illness, something that could easily have overshadowed the experience. Yet it’s here that the restaurant truly distinguished itself. The staff handled the situation with genuine kindness and understanding, graciously allowing me to retreat briefly to our room upstairs and even delaying a course so I could rest and take medication. It was a level of care that felt deeply human, never intrusive, always thoughtful. Service throughout the evening was warm and attentive, striking a lovely balance between professionalism and ease. One waiter in particular stood out, he was eloquent, knowledgeable, and clearly passionate about what he does. It’s a shame not to remember his name, as he left a lasting impression on the experience. Number One may no longer carry its Michelin star, but it still delivers an evening defined by comfort, care, and quietly confident cooking. Not flawless, but thoroughly enjoyable and, at times, genuinely memorable. Price per person: £100+ Food: 4 Service: 4 Atmosphere: 5
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