The Little Chartroom is a french restaurant in Leith, Edinburgh. Rated 4.8 stars from 483 Google reviews. Known for wine list and pairings and technical execution and plating. Best for special occasions and groups. Price range: £100+.
The Little Chartroom is rated 4.8★ on Google (483 reviews) and 4.7★ on TripAdvisor (333 reviews) — a consistent rating across both platforms.
Rankings updated June 2026
The Little Chartroom
Across 463 rated reviews, 96% gave four or five stars.
| Rating | 4.8★ |
| Reviews | 483 |
| 1-star share | 0.9% |
| Best for | Lunch |
In Their Own Words
Review highlights surfaced by Google — shown in English, with the original beneath
“Great food, cocktails, wine pairing and service in a simple decor.”
“The trout for the main course is perfectly cooked; crispy skin included.”
Consistently rated across Google and TripAdvisor
816 reviews across two platforms
Quick Verdict
A technically brilliant French restaurant where precise cooking, a standout wine list, and genuine hospitality justify the premium price and earn its place as a must-visit in Edinburgh.
You want inventive French cooking, an exceptional wine list, and service that feels both polished and genuinely warm.
About The Little Chartroom
The Little Chartroom is a French fine-dining restaurant in Leith where every plate arrives as an exercise in precision and imagination. The kitchen works with impeccable ingredient sourcing—trout with crispy skin, oysters with carrot kimchi, artichoke pudding, plaice on the bone with braised leeks—executed with the kind of technical confidence that draws diners back repeatedly. The wine list is a standout, with pairings that surprise and delight; staff move through service with genuine warmth and attentiveness, explaining each course without pretension. The dining room is intimate and cosy, with counter seating that lets you watch the chefs work in real time. Portion sizes are generous, flavours are balanced, and the whole operation runs like clockwork. Gluten-free and other dietary needs are handled with care. This is the kind of restaurant where a three-course lunch or five-course tasting menu with wine pairings becomes a memory, not just a meal.
The Little Chartroom earns its romantic reputation through both atmosphere and a serious wines and cocktails — the kind of place where a dinner for two tends to extend well past dessert.
In the last 90 days, The Little Chartroom has drawn 13 substantial written reviews (50+ characters of genuine feedback) — recent momentum that is one of the signals behind its place on the hot list.
What Stands Out
Wine list and pairings
Multiple reviewers highlight 'fantastic' and 'interesting' wine pairings; GBP data lists 'Great wine list' as a key highlight.
Technical execution and plating
Reviewers consistently praise perfectly cooked fish, balanced flavours, accomplished plating, and dishes like artichoke pudding and bay leaf infusion pavlova that 'blew me away'.
Genuine, attentive service
Staff described as 'welcoming', 'knowledgeable', 'personable', and 'seamlessly' coordinated; head chef takes time to chat with diners despite being busy.
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Frequently Asked Questions about The Little Chartroom
Yes. Reviewers consistently describe it as perfect for celebrations and memorable evenings. The intimate atmosphere, impeccable service, and inventive food make it a go-to for birthdays and special dinners.
Yes. Counter seating offers a front-row view of the kitchen at work. Reviewers who sat there praised the 'confident buzz' and professional coordination of the team.
The restaurant accommodates dietary needs thoughtfully. One reviewer with gluten-free requirements noted the staff 'did a marvellous job' of adapting the menu.
Yes. GBP data shows reservations are required for lunch, brunch, and dinner. Planning ahead is essential, especially for groups.
Highly praised. Reviewers highlight matched wines as 'very good', 'fantastic', and 'interesting pairings'—a key strength of the restaurant.
Yes, it's a fine-dining restaurant at the premium end. Reviewers note the price is justified by the quality of food, wine, and service.
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