Hawksmoor
Greenside, Edinburgh
Restaurant in Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Book with PearlWhy go
Hawksmoor is the practical Edinburgh pick for a celebration or business dinner when the table wants a polished steakhouse rather than a tasting-menu commitment. Choose it for reliability, central New Town convenience, group-friendly consensus; cross-shop Number One for a more formal splurge or The Spence for Modern British polish.
About Hawksmoor
Hawksmoor is a restaurant in Edinburgh.
Choose it only if the basic fit is right for your plans
If you are comparing restaurants for a meal in Edinburgh, confirm current details directly with Hawksmoor before planning around a particular menu, schedule, occasion format, or level of formality. For another venue to research, Number One may be worth comparing. The Spence is also another option to check directly.
Before booking, check Hawksmoor's current information, including whether it fits your group size, preferred time, dietary needs, budget, expectations for the meal.
How to compare Hawksmoor with other options
Hawksmoor can remain on a shortlist when the group is considering a meal in Edinburgh. For alternatives, you might compare it with Sàigòn Mémoire, Dishoom Edinburgh, or other dining options. For a broader city shortlist, use Pearl's Edinburgh restaurants guide.
Planning details
- Location
- 23 W Register St, Edinburgh EH2 2AA, United Kingdom
- Website
- thehawksmoor.com/locations/edinburgh/?y_source=1_MjQyMjUwMjktNzE1LWxvY2F0aW9uLndlYnNpdGU%3D
- Phone
- +44 131 526 4790
Venue details
Ambiance
Grand and buzzy, with the restaurant preserving original banking hall features in a polished, historic setting.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
Sourcing
At the Table
- Noise Level
- Lively
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Leisurely
Signature Dishes
- Grass-fed British beef steaks
- Sunday roast
- Steak and chips
- Scottish coastal seafood
Planning details
Location
23 W Register St, Edinburgh EH2 2AA, United Kingdom · Directions
thehawksmoor.com/locations/edinburgh/?y_source=1_MjQyMjUwMjktNzE1LWxvY2F0aW9uLndlYnNpdGU%3D
Also consider
Also Consider
- The Spence, Modern British, £££
- Twenty Princes Street, Notable alternative
- Sàigòn Mémoire, Notable alternative
- Dishoom Edinburgh, Notable alternative
- Number One, Modern Cuisine, ££££
Restaurant context
How Hawksmoor compares in Edinburgh
Against The Spence, Hawksmoor is the safer choice for a steak-led celebration, while The Spence is better if the table wants Modern British cooking in a £££ bracket. The Spence feels more restaurant-specific; Hawksmoor is stronger when the group wants a familiar format and fewer decision points.
Number One is the splurge alternative: Modern Cuisine at ££££, better suited to a formal anniversary or destination dinner. Hawksmoor is easier to justify for mixed groups because the experience is less ceremonial. Twenty Princes Street sits closer to the city-centre occasion-dining lane, but Hawksmoor is the clearer pick when steakhouse service is the brief.
For a lower-pressure meal, Dishoom Edinburgh is the more casual cross-shop and Sàigòn Mémoire is the better bet for diners who want Vietnamese cooking rather than a classic British steakhouse mood. If booking ease matters, Hawksmoor is the sensible middle ground: more occasion-ready than Dishoom, less commitment than Number One.
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Unlock the full Hawksmoor guide in Pearl, including awards, comparisons, FAQs, planning details, and nearby places.
Compare Hawksmoor
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Price | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hawksmoor | Edinburgh | ; | ; | No published awards |
| The Spence | Edinburgh | Modern British | £££ | 2026 Michelin Plate2025 Michelin Plate2024 Michelin Plate |
| Twenty Princes Street | Edinburgh | ; | ; | No published awards |
| Sàigòn Mémoire | Edinburgh | ; | ; | No published awards |
| Dishoom Edinburgh | Edinburgh | ; | ; | No published awards |
| Number One | Edinburgh | Modern Cuisine | ££££ | 2026 Harden's Top 100 UK Restaurants · #93Star Wine Lists 20262026 La Liste Top Restaurants2026 AA 4-Rosette RestaurantsMichelin Guide Great Britain & Ireland 20262026 Wine Spectator Best of Award of Excellence2025 OAD Classical in Europe Ranked · #461The Good Food Guide 2025World's Best Wine Lists 2025 |
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How Hawksmoor Edinburgh compares with similar nearby venues.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I order at Hawksmoor?
Is Hawksmoor good for solo dining?
How far ahead should I book Hawksmoor?
Is Hawksmoor good for a special occasion?
If you are planning a celebration, confirm current service style, atmosphere, occasion fit with Hawksmoor before booking.
What are alternatives to Hawksmoor?
Other venues to compare include The Spence, Dishoom Edinburgh, Number One, Twenty Princes Street, Sàigòn Mémoire. Check each venue's current details to decide which best fits your plans.
