The 12 Best Street Food Spots in Edinburgh for Braw Bites
Street food in Edinburgh is no longer just chips after the pub. Today, it’s a proper showcase of global flavours with a Scottish twist, with markets and pop-ups now rivalling sit-down restaurants for taste and buzz.
I picked out the top stalls, dishes, and places worth your fiver. After sampling the best of them, I reckon here’s where to scran without breaking the bank!
Edinburgh Street Food Market
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Address: Floor G, OMNi Centre, Leith Street
Contact: [email protected]
Hours: Daily, noon–10 PM
Price: ££
The Edinburgh Street Market is like a global buffet packed into one sleek, neon-lit hall. You’ll find bao buns, loaded tacos, and even haggis bao under one roof.
With 11 vendors and 3 bars, it’s a spot where craft pints meet street flavours.
My Favourite Stalls
Bundits of Leith
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Contact: [email protected]
Hours:
Sunday to Thursday, noon–9 PM
Friday to Saturday, noon–10 PM
Price: ££
Bundits of Leith turns bao into proper street stars with unexpected fillings. For a bold local twist, try the buttermilk fried chicken bao or the haggis bao.
The shop also keeps things playful with specials like smoked pork belly or crispy tofu. It’s street food that proves a steamed bun can carry Scotland’s flavours with style.
| Pro-tip: Don’t skip the tater tots! They come loaded with sauces that rival the baos for attention. |
The Peruvian
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Contact: +44 7576 078507
Hours:
Sunday to Thursday, noon–9 PM
Friday to Saturday, noon–10 PM
Price: ££
The Peruvian spices up Edinburgh’s street food scene with bright, zesty plates that are quite filling. It’s all about bold flavours packed into street portions that hit fast.
Fresh ceviche with lime and chilli sits right next to hearty lomo saltado. Add in some anticuchos skewers and you’ve got Peru on a paper tray!
| Pro-tip: Order the ceviche early. It’s made fresh in small batches and sells out fast. |
The Pitt Market
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Address: 20 W Shore Rd, Granton
Contact: +447469771654
Hours:
Thursday, 9 AM–9 PM
Friday to Saturday, 9 AM–10 PM
Sunday, 9 AM–8 PM
Price: ££
The Pitt Market in Leith always feels like a street party with food trucks lined up to impress. Think venison burgers, vegan curries, and haggis bonbons served to lively music.
Expect craft beers to flow alongside smoky BBQ and inventive desserts that change weekly. I typically go here for lunch with work pals, but somehow end up staying until the band’s last song (shh, don’t tell our boss).
| Pro-tip: Bring cashless payment; many trucks are card-only, and queues move faster if you tap. |
Bonnie & Wild’s Scottish Marketplace
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Address: Level 4, St James Quarter
Contact: [email protected]
Hours: Daily, 9 AM–midnight
Price: ££
Bonnie & Wild’s Scottish Marketplace in St James Quarter is where street food meets Scotland’s top chefs. You’ll spot venison bao, smoked salmon pizza, and whisky ice cream all in one hall.
It’s a marketplace that blends restaurant flair with casual bites. I like getting haggis pakora for lunch and then washing it down with a craft gin here.
| Pro-tip: Grab a seat near the demo kitchen. You’ll often catch live chef showcases while you eat. |
Chix
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Address: 25 Dalry Road
Contact: [email protected]
Hours:
Monday to Saturday, 12.30–9.30 PM
Sunday, noon–9 PM
Price: ££
Chix keeps it simple but spot-on with golden fried chicken tenders done crisp and juicy. I like pairing them with dips like buffalo blue cheese or honey butter for that extra bite.
Their sides aren’t an afterthought; truffle fries and mac ‘n cheese balls make the meal extra memorable. It’s comfort street food that wins with both kids and grown-ups, which is why it’s a fave of my family.
| Pro-tip: Match that fried chicken crunch with some delectable milkshakes. |
Harajuku Kitchen
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Address: 10 Gillespie Place
Contact: +441312858182
Hours:
Monday to Friday, noon–3 PM, 5–10.30 PM
Saturday, noon–10.30 PM
Sunday, noon–4 PM, 5–9 PM
Price: ££
Harajuku Kitchen brings proper Japanese flavours to the street scene with handmade gyoza that steal the show. For variety minus the fuss, there are also chicken karaage and sushi rolls on the menu.
They mix Japanese tradition with a local touch, like salmon teriyaki sourced from Scottish waters. The quick bites here taste like they come straight from Tokyo’s alleys.
| Pro-tip: Try the gyoza combo, which is perfect for sharing and one of the bestsellers. |
The Fish Market, Newhaven
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Address: Harbour, 23A Pier Pl, Newhaven
Contact: +441315528262
Hours: Daily, 11 AM–9.15 PM
Price: ££
The Fish Market in Newhaven nails classic fish and chips with crisp batter and fresh catch that are great for weekend lunch picnics. You can also try oysters or langoustines if you want something beyond cod.
Takeaway boxes keep it street-friendly, perfect for eating by the harbour. It’s tradition done right, with Scottish seafood shining at its simplest.
| Pro-tip: Ask for the half-and-half: haddock and chips with a side of fresh oysters to make a proper seaside feast. |
Arcade Bar Haggis & Whisky House
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Address: 48 Cockburn St, Jackson’s Close
Contact: +441312202520
Hours:
Sunday to Thursday, noon–11 PM
Friday to Saturday, noon–1 AM
Price: ££
Arcade Bar Haggis & Whisky House turns Scotland’s national dish into bite-sized street snacks. The haggis bonbons with whisky cream dip are the real crowd-pleasers, and I always like taking a batch home with me.
They also serve up hearty haggis nachos and loaded fries as appetisers. I like pairing it all with a dram from their huge whisky list for a proper local twist.
| Pro-tip: Don’t want to commit to a full plate of haggis? Go for the bonbons as a starter (they’re also cheaper that way). |
Roseleaf
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Address: 23/24 Sandport Pl, Leith
Contact: +441314765268
Hours:
Sunday to Thursday, 10 AM–11 PM
Friday to Saturday, 10 AM–midnight
Price: ££
Roseleaf in Leith gives Scotch eggs a proper Scottish makeover with haggis and black pudding twists. Their menu also sneaks in quirky pies and loaded sandwiches in case you’re feeling extra peckish.
Expect pub grub that edges into street food with bold, portable bites. For an elevated “street food” experience, wash everything down with some teapot cocktails.
| Pro-tip: The Scotch eggs often sell out before dinner, so try to head there as early as you can. |
The Haggis Box
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Address: Scottish Storytelling Centre, 43-45 High Street
Contact: +447802216987
Hours: Daily, 10 AM–5 PM
Price: ££
The Haggis Box keeps it classic with haggis, neeps, and tatties served in neat, street-style boxes. I like picking up the day’s lunch here, with options for traditional, veggie, and even whisky-sauced versions.
It’s all quick, filling, and proudly Scottish minus the gimmicky tourism. I recommend it if you’re keen on grabbing a true taste of Scotland on the go.
| Pro-tip: Going meat-free? Try the veggie haggis, which is still hearty and often surprises meat eaters! |
Chicka Ciao’s
Address: 9 Bread Street
Contact: +441312592838
Hours:
Sunday to Thursday, 4 PM–2 AM
Friday to Saturday, 4 PM–3 AM
Price: £
Chicka Ciao’s dishes up kebabs and shawarmas that are messy in the best way (don’t fret; they give out napkins). Expect juicy lamb wraps, chicken shawarma boxes, and sauces that pack a taste punch.
They also serve loaded fries stacked with kebab meat and garlic mayo. It’s proper late-night street food that hits just right after a pint.
| Pro-tip: Ask for extra sauce! The garlic and chilli blend makes the kebabs unforgettable. |