wagamama edinburgh st andrew square
Greenside, Edinburgh
Restaurant in Edinburgh, United Kingdom
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Dress
Casual
Why go
A practical St Andrew Square fallback for casual Japanese-inspired dining, especially when the group wants something easy after standard dinner hours. Choose it for speed and central convenience, not for a polished special-occasion meal; The Ivy on the Square, Gaucho Edinburgh, or The Spence make more sense when atmosphere matters.
About wagamama edinburgh st andrew square
wagamama edinburgh st andrew square is a casual option in Edinburgh with daily opening hours from 11 AM. It offers a direct, informal choice for a relaxed meal.
Its dress code is casual, its hours run until 10 PM Sunday through Thursday and until 11 PM on Friday and Saturday. That makes it practical to consider for plans in Edinburgh within those hours, while leaving room to compare it with other restaurants when the meal calls for more specific detail.
Use it for casual plans
The planning decision is simple: choose wagamama edinburgh st andrew square when the group wants a relaxed option in Edinburgh and does not need a formal dress code. If you want to compare it with another Edinburgh restaurant, consider The Ivy on the Square; Gaucho Edinburgh may also be worth considering.
If the priority is casual dress and known opening hours, this venue can stay on the shortlist. If the priority is a distinctive room, a specific cuisine, a drinks focus, or a particular price point, this venue may not offer enough specific information for a decision. For broader city planning, use Our full Edinburgh restaurants guide, plus Our full Edinburgh hotels guide, Our full Edinburgh bars guide, Our full Edinburgh wineries guide, Our full Edinburgh experiences guide.
Other Edinburgh restaurants to compare
For a broader restaurant plan in Edinburgh, compare wagamama edinburgh st andrew square with Dishoom Edinburgh, Sàigòn Mémoire, The Spence. Those are useful comparison points when the group wants to consider another Edinburgh dining room.
Wagamama edinburgh st andrew square is known for its hours and casual dress code. For details on dishes, pricing, awards, seating, or service style, consider other options or seek additional information. Use it as a practical Edinburgh option, then cross-shop other Edinburgh dining rooms when the occasion calls for more detail.
Planning details
- Location
- unit 5 St Andrew Sq, Edinburgh EH2 2BD, United Kingdom
- Website
- wagamama.com
- Phone
- +441312854787
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Wagamama at St Andrew Square presents a brisk, social dining experience built around the communal bench. The restaurant leans into an informal, contemporary pan‑Asian format where long shared tables dictate a different etiquette: dishes arrive as they’re ready, strangers sit side by side, and the meal moves at the kitchen’s pace. It feels energetic and casual rather than intimate or slow; the focus is on unfussy ramen, rice bowls and quick plates, and the space rewards diners who are comfortable with a boisterous, convivial atmosphere instead of private-table refinement.
Best For
This is a place for casual hangouts and group dining in Edinburgh’s New Town. The communal seating setup makes it ideal for groups who want a sociable meal without formality, and the quick, shareable nature of the menu suits lunch crowds and relaxed dinners alike. It’s not pitched at extended tasting‑menu dinners or slow, multi‑course evenings; instead, it fits occasions when you want something lively, efficient, and sociable—meeting friends, grabbing a quick meal between errands, or dining with a casual group.
Ordering Tips
Treat ordering here like a shared, à‑la‑carte experience: pick a mix of noodles, rice bowls and a few small plates to pass around, and expect items to arrive as they’re ready rather than in synchronized courses. Signature picks such as katsu curry or bang bang cauliflower work well alongside a ramen or rice bowl so you have contrasting textures and flavors. Be prepared for a brisk pace and communal seating—ordering with flexibility and a willingness to share gets the best out of the wagamama format.
Venue details
Ambiance
Energetic yet easy-going atmosphere with vibrant, modern Japanese ramen bar vibes.
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At the Table
- Dress Code
- Casual
- Noise Level
- Lively
- Service Style
- Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Quick Bite
- Capacity
- Large
Signature Dishes
- chicken katsu curry
- katsu curry
- bang bang cauliflower
Planning details
Location
Also consider
Where to go if this does not fit
For a nearby meal with more atmosphere, choose The Ivy on the Square. For a higher-spend dinner, choose Gaucho Edinburgh or The Spence. For Asian flavours in a less chain-led setting, start with Sàigòn Mémoire.
Restaurant context
How it compares nearby
Dishoom Edinburgh is the stronger choice for a livelier group meal with more atmosphere, while wagamama edinburgh st andrew square is easier when the goal is quick, casual and low-friction. If the group is split on budget or timing, wagamama is the safer convenience pick; if the meal itself is the plan, Dishoom has more pull.
Gaucho Edinburgh and The Spence sit in a higher-occasion lane. Gaucho is the clearer splurge for steak, while The Spence, a Modern British £££ option, is better for a dressed-up meal or business dinner. Choose wagamama only when speed and informality matter more than room quality.
The Ivy on the Square is the more reliable date or celebration choice around the square, Sàigòn Mémoire is the better alternative when Asian flavours are the priority but a chain setting feels too generic. For easiest booking and fastest meal, wagamama has the edge; for ambiance, cross-shop first.
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Compare wagamama edinburgh st andrew square
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Price | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| wagamama edinburgh st andrew square | Edinburgh | ; | ; | No published awards |
| Dishoom Edinburgh | Edinburgh | ; | ; | No published awards |
| Gaucho Edinburgh | Edinburgh | ; | ; | No published awards |
| Sàigòn Mémoire | Edinburgh | ; | ; | No published awards |
| The Ivy on the Square | Edinburgh | ; | ; | No published awards |
| The Spence | Edinburgh | Modern British | £££ | 2026 Michelin Plate2025 Michelin Plate2024 Michelin Plate |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I wear to wagamama edinburgh st andrew square?
Casual clothes are the right call in Edinburgh. The dress code is casual, so neat everyday wear is appropriate.
Can I eat at the bar at wagamama edinburgh st andrew square?
Is lunch or dinner better at wagamama edinburgh st andrew square?
Hours start at 11 AM every day. The venue is open until 10 PM Sunday through Thursday and until 11 PM on Friday and Saturday, so plans during those hours can fit within the published schedule.
What should I order at wagamama edinburgh st andrew square?
What are alternatives to wagamama edinburgh st andrew square in Edinburgh?
Dishoom Edinburgh, The Spence, The Ivy on the Square, Sàigòn Mémoire, Gaucho Edinburgh are useful Edinburgh comparisons when you want to consider another dining room.
