Tolbooth Tavern

Description

For event planners seeking a memorable and atmospheric setting, the Tolbooth Tavern offers an exceptional corporate dining venue within a 16th‑century historic building on Edinburgh’s Royal Mile.

Its origins as part of the original Canongate Tolbooth, complete with stone walls and timber beams, create an instantly immersive environment that adds heritage value to any event.

With over 200 years of Scottish hospitality, the venue blends authentic tradition with reliability, ideal for planners who need both ambience and execution. The Tolbooth Tavern can host up to 65 seated guests for exclusive‑use dinners, offering a private, self‑contained space with a spacious bar and mezzanine dining area, ensuring smooth flow for arrivals, networking, and service.

Its menus showcase locally sourced favourites such as cullen skink, haggis dishes, and freshly landed fish and chips, delivering a distinctive Scottish culinary experience that impresses corporate groups and international clients alike.

With a central Royal Mile location, walkable from Waverley Station and close to major city landmarks, the Tolbooth Tavern offers convenience for attendees and simplicity for planners, making it a standout choice for corporate dinners set against a richly historic backdrop