1802 Lounge & Grill

A guest at the hotel, I ate breakfast and dinner at 1802 twice, and had a drink in the Lounge once. The food is terrific: locally sourced, well prepared and carefully presented. The Grill has too much hard surface and bright lighting to be cozy, but the food is worth ignoring that. The Lounge, however, is really welcoming with a mix of modern feel, traditional luxury fabrics and colors, and intimate seating spaces, as well as a gathering-area lively bar. It was a perfect place to end sightseeing on a gray, wet autumn afternoon. Service throughout is wonderfully attentive, but Shane especially deserves a thank you for kindly suggesting and making a hot toddy with bourbon —a delicious take on “old Scots wives’ remedy for cold” for a damp and chilled American visitor. 1802 would be easy to ignore as a “hotel restaurant” but that would be a shame. It’s too good for that. Travelers and locals alike would do well to give it a chance.

First off, we were greeted warmly and shown to our table. The service throughout was outstanding. Our waitress, Tuesday, was friendly and professional and very much added to our enjoyable evening. We visited on a Monday evening, and although the restaurant wasn't busy, there was still a welcoming and laid back atmosphere. We thought the food was excellent with the slow cooked beef short rib a standout. When we booked online, it asked if we were celebrating anything, and I confirmed it was our anniversary. We were delighted to receive two glasses of champagne at the start of our meal on the house. I would thoroughly recommend the 1802 restaurant, and yes, this is a genuine review!

The food and service were really really really amazing!!!!!(Chris and Barbara) We are from Japan and came here for the Scotch eggs and haggis. And they served us some real traditional haggis!!!! We are grateful for this valuable experience!!!!!

Had a great solo dinner here; got the burger and the toffee pudding (and wine). I had Tuesday as my server and she was absolutely delightful — so kind, helpful, and sweet. Would totally go back to see her! A bright spot on a rainy day!!

Newly renovated interior of a Georgian building built in 1802. The service was wonderful. James is very personable and friendly. My hard cider was delicious, and my smashburger with cheese was delightful. The fries were light and crispy. Thank you to Chris and James. My sticky toffee pudding with ice cream topped off a great lunch. Highly recommend 1802 Grill for lunch.

Kasia was fantastic!!! Not only were her drinks delicious, but she went ABOVE AND BEYOND to make us feel welcomed! The kitchen was closed for deep cleaning and she hooked us up with snacks to maintain us til it opened!

The East End of Edinburgh, home to The St James Quarter Shopping Centre, Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre, Omni Cinema, Toppings Bookshop, and Carlton Hill, boasts a vibrant culinary scene. From Indian to Fish n Chips, Italian to Street Food, you’ll find a variety of cuisines. However, there’s one standout venue: the 1802 Lounge & Grill at the Courtyard by Marriott. The 1802 Lounge & Grill at the Courtyard by Marriott Edinburgh is a delightful dining destination that seamlessly blends Scottish culture with modern elegance. Named after the year the hotel was first built, the 1802 Lounge & Grill offers a fresh culinary experience. It opened its doors on Monday, May 13th, and was closely followed by the 1802 Terrace, later in the month. The menu celebrates Scottish food heroes, featuring fresh produce from haggis bon bons to Scottish seafood linguine. Expect a delightful fusion of flavours that reflect the local culinary scene. The ground floor of the hotel has been updated with a luxurious blue and gold art deco style. The statement bar area draws inspiration from the prohibition era, creating a speakeasy feel for guests to enjoy while dining. We headed downstairs into the 1802 Restaurant for dinner. The main restaurant has the Grill menu whilst upstairs in the Lounge and Terrace, you’ll get the Lounge Menu. There is not a big difference between the two. The Day menu from 12pm-530pm is essentially a condensed version of the evening menu and has a selection of snacks like Cullen Skink and Squid, Mains such as The Smashed Bacon Burger and the Madras Lamb Shepherd whilst the Evening menu, has a broader selection of Snacks, Starters, Mains (Grill items) and Burgers. We tucked into Heritage Beetroot Salad (7.50) with whipped Crowdie and candied walnuts AND Portobello Mushroom Fries (7.50) with parmesan and jalapeno ranch dressing. My Beetroot Salad was a pretty little thing, vibrant and elegant. Earthy and slightly sweet, the purple, maroon and gold beets had a tender texture whilst the crowdie was creamy, tangy, and rich, adding a luxurious element. The Candied Walnuts added that: Sweet, crunchy, and nutty, contrast. James, the Assistant Food & Beverage Manager commented that the mushroom fries where his favourite, and we know why! These fries are a delightful twist on a chunky chip, super crispy outside and a slight bite on the inside. An absolute crowd pleaser and low in carbs too! For Mains we both chose steak. Campbells Scottish Fillet Steak (39.95) with baby gem Caesar salad and Parmesan AND Campbells Perthshire Sirloin Steak (34.95) with Koffmann’s fries, onion rings, flat mushroom and tomatoes. Fillet steak is a premium cut of beef prized for its tenderness and delicate flavour. My steak was well over an inch thick and a hefty portion size. I requested it cooked rare/medium rare and it was delivered! Sirloin Steak is flavourful and juicy and partners so well with the classic accompaniments of fries, mushrooms and tomatoes. Dessert menu is short and sweet with the only choice being the Innis & Gunn Homebaked Sticky Toffee Pudding (8.00) . Other options included Cheese board, Flourless Chocolate Cake and Ice-cream, to the STP was a no brainer! These bowls of delight where packed full of rich flavours and comforting textures. The cake was soft, moist and sticky with plenty of sauce. As always the ice cream created a heavenly contrast of deliciousness that just swirled around your taste buds. A highly recommended from both of us.

Visited the Restaurant for Dinner. Lovely food, great service and atmosphere. Very close to the Playhouse so great for a meal before a show. The starters we had, Haggis balls and the Cullen Skink (see pics) were lovely. I would strongly recommend the place if you are visiting Edinburgh