Bar + Block Steakhouse Edinburgh is a steak house in Stockbridge, Edinburgh. Rated 4.3 stars from 1545 Google reviews. Known for steaks cooked to order, sides that matter and staff who remember you and go beyond service. Best for birthday celebration and steakhouse dinner. Ranked #6 of 17 in Stockbridge. Price range: €€.
Rankings updated April 2026
Bar + Block Steakhouse Edinburgh
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in Stockbridge
Holding steady
Quick Verdict
Locals return for breakfast and special occasions because the meat's handled properly and the staff actually care. It's not a secret, but it works.
You want a reliable steakhouse dinner with good service, a birthday celebration where staff will make a fuss, or a proper breakfast that fuels the day.
About Bar + Block Steakhouse Edinburgh
Bar + Block is a steakhouse on Princes Street with views of Edinburgh Castle, built around proper meat and a serious drinks list. They do breakfast, lunch, and dinner — the breakfast buffet gets consistent praise, the steaks arrive cooked to order, and the sides are treated like they matter. Service is the thing that keeps people coming back: staff remember names, managers work the room, and when you mention it's a birthday, they notice. The place fills with groups and families, solo diners at the bar, tourists, and locals who've worked out it's reliable. One reviewer brought their medically restricted husband and the manager Piotr spent time getting the meal right. Another group of seven found the food and drinks brilliant, though keeping tabs on a large party's refills got stretched. The atmosphere is casual but polished — cosy enough for a date, structured enough for business. They've got 1545 reviews at 4.3 stars, which for a steakhouse on a main drag means they're doing something consistently right.
What Stands Out
Steaks cooked to order, sides that matter
Reviewers consistently praised meat quality: 'The ribeye was cooked beautifully,' 'the quality of meat and sides are amazing,' and one reviewer noted 'starters, 2 main dishes and 7 small plates' — suggesting a menu structured around flexibility and proper execution.
Staff who remember you and go beyond service
Multiple reviews highlight named staff: 'Peter was our server and was amazing,' 'Ola was fantastic and made it a perfect environment,' 'Marina your the best.' The manager was noted for 'going around checking in the restaurant and chatting to other guests,' and staff presented a birthday customer with chocolates unprompted.
Breakfast buffet that justifies the trip
Reviewers returned specifically for breakfast: 'The breakfasts are top and always such a great choice. It really fuels us up for the rest of the day.' One regular noted 'we visited again this morning for breakfast. As always the breakfast was amazing.'
What Customers Say
Starters, 2 main dishes and 7 small plates for other 2 mains.
Group of 7 of us went the food and drink was brilliant but the staff were difficult to find to acquire more drinks
We really felt welcome and the food was delicious.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Bar + Block Steakhouse Edinburgh
Reservations are recommended for brunch, lunch, and dinner. They accept bookings but don't offer online booking — call or visit to reserve, especially for groups or special occasions.
The ribeye steak gets specific praise for being 'cooked beautifully,' and reviewers consistently mention the quality of meat and sides. The breakfast buffet is worth a return visit — regulars come back for it.
Yes — multiple groups of 7+ dined here and praised the food and drinks. One reviewer noted staff were occasionally stretched keeping up with large-party drink orders, so flag your group size when booking.
Casual but polished, with views of Edinburgh Castle. Full by dinner service, good for dates and birthdays — staff actively work the room and celebrate occasions.
Yes. One reviewer with severe medical dietary restrictions was accommodated by manager Piotr, who 'could not have been more accommodating.' Mention restrictions when booking.
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