The Foresters Guild — Restaurant in Edinburgh

The Foresters Guild is a family-friendly bar and restaurant on Portobello High Street in Edinburgh’s coastal suburb of Portobello. It brings together seaside casual energy with steady weekday activity. The place is best known for its Sunday Roast, served with all trimmings using local ingredients. Locals and visitors use it across the day, dining midweek, enjoying weekend drinks outdoors, or trying late-night cocktails in a laid-back setting. You can find dependable meals and drink options here no matter the season.

About The Venue

The Foresters Guild sits in a purpose-built restaurant space on Portobello High Street in Edinburgh. Designed for year-round use, it includes alfresco beach huts that act as weather-protected dining areas through autumn, winter, and spring. Inside, seating is informal with step-free access and wheelchair-friendly pathways to both indoor areas and outdoor gardens. Exposed brick walls pair with natural lighting and industrial-style fixtures. Craft beer shapes the drinks programme; seasonal cocktails appear regularly alongside rotating dinner menus that feature local ingredients in familiar formats. It's a casual hub where daily rhythm follows neighborhood habits, not event schedules.

Typical Experiences

The Foresters Guild delivers steady value across different times and gatherings. As a restaurant with full dinners, it’s especially popular for the Sunday Roast, prepared fresh using local produce and all trimmings. The venue stands out through its beach huts that offer outdoor seating with garden views year-round. These spaces support relaxed midweek meals or lively weekend events. Events often centre on seasonal menus or community themes, including nights focused on science fiction and local culture. Whether meeting friends for a casual drink after work or planning a date night in Edinburgh’s coastal area, this place offers dependable food and accessible service.

Notable Features

  • Foresters Sunday Roast
  • Alfresco beach huts
  • Carrot cake
  • Writers' program
  • Outdoor seating
  • Craft beer focus

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Information about this venue is based on publicly available sources and may be incomplete. Last updated in April 2026.