Gurkha Bar and Restaurant Edinburgh is a indian restaurant in Grassmarket, Edinburgh. Rated 4.9 stars from 4241 Google reviews. Known for chef tej's personal service and authentic nepalese momos and thukpa. Best for solo dining and groups. Price range: £20–30.
Gurkha Bar and Restaurant Edinburgh is rated 4.9★ on Google (4,241 reviews) and 4.9★ on TripAdvisor (1,328 reviews) — a consistent rating across both platforms.
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Gurkha Bar and Restaurant Edinburgh
Across 2,884 rated reviews, 98% gave four or five stars.
| Rating | 4.9★ |
| Reviews | 4,241 |
| 1-star share | 1.5% |
| Best for | Lunch |
In Their Own Words
Review highlights surfaced by Google — shown in English, with the original beneath
“Excellent all round service, food, atmosphere, staff.”
“Great place to eat, cosy and slightly small inside.”
“We enjoyed our dinner as the foods we ordered were amazing and yummy.”
Consistently rated across Google and TripAdvisor
5,569 reviews across two platforms
Quick Verdict
Authentic Nepalese and Indian food with standout personal service and complimentary touches, in a casual, wheelchair-accessible Grassmarket room.
You want Nepalese and Indian food with attentive service and complimentary touches in a cosy Grassmarket space.
About Gurkha Bar and Restaurant Edinburgh
Grassmarket gets a lot of Indian restaurants, but few kitchens in Edinburgh are doing what Gurkha does with Nepalese food. The momos — particularly the chicken momo and jhol momos — are what people come back for, and the thukpa and Nepalese chicken curry carry the same careful spicing. The Gurkha thali is the move for anyone wanting to cover the menu in one sitting: generous portions, several flavours, one plate. Chef Tej works the room personally, recommending dishes and adjusting spice levels, and Suren has been known to serve with full enthusiasm past closing time. The complimentary chai and an orange slice to finish are the kind of touches that make the difference. The smart red interior, noted in the profile, suits a proper dinner rather than a quick bite. Book ahead for the evening.
In the last 90 days, Gurkha Bar and Restaurant Edinburgh has drawn 39 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
Chef Tej's personal service
Chef Tej regularly visits tables with insightful recommendations, adjusts spices for dietary needs, and greets diners personally; multiple recent reviews specifically name him and describe his attentiveness.
Authentic Nepalese momos and thukpa
Momos and thukpa are the most-mentioned dishes across Google review topics (56 and 25 mentions respectively), with recent reviews praising their execution and flavour balance.
Complimentary touches
Recent reviews consistently mention complimentary tea, orange slices, and starter appetisers as thoughtful extras that signal care beyond the plate.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Gurkha Bar and Restaurant Edinburgh
Gurkha Bar and Restaurant Edinburgh in Grassmarket, Edinburgh is popular for solo dining. The casual, cosy atmosphere and attentive service from Chef Tej, who greets tables personally and offers recommendations, make it a welcoming space for a single diner.
Gurkha Bar and Restaurant Edinburgh specialises in Nepalese and Indian cuisine. Momos (dumplings) and thukpa (noodle soup) are signature draws praised across reviews, alongside tandoori salmon, Nepalese chicken curry, and the Gurkha thali.
Gurkha Bar and Restaurant Edinburgh in Grassmarket offers vegetarian and vegan options clearly marked on the menu, including veg momos and vegetable dishes alongside its meat and seafood offerings.
Gurkha Bar and Restaurant Edinburgh in Grassmarket, Edinburgh has a wheelchair accessible entrance and accessible seating throughout the restaurant.
Gurkha Bar and Restaurant Edinburgh in Grassmarket accepts reservations and recommends booking, especially for dinner service.
Gurkha Bar and Restaurant Edinburgh in Grassmarket welcomes dogs outside the restaurant.
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Hot Score: 95/100 · ranked October 2026
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