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About the Vibe
Eleanore is the indoor reincarnation of the beloved lockdown pop-up The Little Chartroom, bringing its signature smoky, fire-kissed cooking to Leith Walk. Think high-top Scandi interiors, a playlist that swings from Fleetwood Mac to Whitney Houston, and dishes that balance rustic charcoal flavors with surprising sophistication. It's not just a restaurant; it's a cult favorite with a loyal following who book tables months in advance.
Known For
- âącharred flatbreads with potted shrimp
- âąhash browns with smoked cod roe
- âącured halibut with orange kosho
- âąsmoky pyromaniac energy
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Location & Hours
Mo-Su 12:00-16:30,17:30-23:00; Tu off; We off; Th off; Fr 16:00-23:00
Reviews (1)
Smoky flavors meet refined technique in Leith Walk's hottest new spot
Eleanore is Edinburgh's latest culinary obsession, and for good reason. Chef Roberta Hall-McCarron has transported the magic of her outdoor pop-up The Little Chartroom into a sleek, high-top dining space on Leith Walk. The food is where the real story unfoldsâsmoky, charred flavors meet delicate, refined techniques in ways that feel both rustic and refined. The flatbreads are legendary, especially the version with potted shrimp and hispi cabbage that still carries that burnt-church aroma from the original beachside days. The hash browns are another standout, crispy and gooey with a hidden pocket of lime pickle that adds a bright, unexpected zing.
The atmosphere is equally compelling. It's intimate without being stuffy, with a playlist that ranges from Fleetwood Mac to Whitney Houston, creating a warm, welcoming vibe. The only quibble is the high-top seatingâwhile stylish, it might not be comfortable for everyone, especially if you're planning a long sit-down meal. But if you can get past that, the food more than makes up for it. This is the kind of place that locals will tell you about with genuine excitement, and once you try it, you'll understand why.
Lire en français
Eleanore est la derniĂšre sensation culinaire d'Ădimbourg, et pour cause. La chef Roberta Hall-McCarron a transportĂ© la magie de son pop-up en plein air The Little Chartroom dans un espace de dining Ă©lĂ©gant et moderne sur Leith Walk. La cuisine est lĂ oĂč rĂ©side la vĂ©ritable magieâdes saveurs fumĂ©es et grillĂ©es rencontrent des techniques raffinĂ©es dans des combinaisons Ă la fois rustiques et sophistiquĂ©es. Les flatbreads sont lĂ©gendaires, surtout celui avec du potted shrimp et du chou hispi qui conserve cette odeur de feu de cheminĂ©e de l'Ă©poque des plages. Les hash browns sont un autre point fort, croustillants et fondants avec une poche cachĂ©e de pickles au citron vert qui apporte une touche acidulĂ©e inattendue.
L'ambiance est tout aussi convaincante. Elle est intime sans ĂȘtre guindĂ©e, avec une playlist qui va de Fleetwood Mac Ă Whitney Houston, crĂ©ant une atmosphĂšre chaleureuse et accueillante. Le seul petit bĂ©mol est les siĂšges surĂ©levĂ©sâbien que stylĂ©s, ils pourraient ne pas ĂȘtre confortables pour tout le monde, surtout si vous prĂ©voyez un repas long. Mais si vous passez outre, la cuisine compense largement. C'est le genre d'endroit que les locaux vous recommanderont avec une vraie excitation, et une fois que vous y avez goĂ»tĂ©, vous comprendrez pourquoi.