Edinburgh Food & Drink

Bella Vista Ristorante & Pizzeria is located on the shore of the River Forth overlooking the Forth rail bridge and roadbridge. The spectacular backdrop of the Forth Bridges in the historic conservation village of South Queensferry creates a wonderful setting for Bella Vista restaurant.

Grand house commissioned by an Admiral and completed circa 1860, Bella Vista was formally known as the Sealscraig Hotel. This name is now retained for the upstairs bar, with its warm, elegant decoration, real log fire, and leather and mahogany furnishings, it is the ideal place for people to meet before or after a meal downstairs or for anyone who just wants to relax and have a drink and marvel at the panoramic views

Scottish Seafood Restaurant of the Year 2009 Scottish Restaurant of the Year 2008

The Dakota Grill concept is simple. No compromise and no corners cut. We stick to what we believe in - fantastic, fresh food using the best local suppliers.

Every meal is expertly prepared by the finest emerging young chefs from all corners of the U.K, using the finest seasonal produce from around the British Isles.

From the fish served the very day it is caught by Scotland's finest fish merchants, to the 28 day, matured on the bone steaks, the origin of all our produce is at the heart of the Dakota Grill.

You have just found Scotland's premier riverside restaurant – The Boat House in South Queensferry. Sitting on the shores of the River Forth, tucked between the two bridges, we are exclusively yours.

I'm Paul Steward – and my wife Suzanne and I are delighted to invite you here. We look forward to meeting you in person when you come along to The Boat House and relax in front of one of the finest views in the world.

We have a great choice of dining and drinking to offer you, in a warm ambiance set across three levels – from the pebbled beach to the cobbled High Street of the Royal Burgh of Queensferry.

As you enter from the High Street level you see our new Cocktail Bar, stay to enjoy a cocktail or come downstairs to our renowned Bistro and Wine Bar, where the atmosphere is sharp and lively. Along our picture window wall, the Great Forth Railway Bridge stands tall and shimmers in the water,

If you prefer something a little more quiet and romantic, step into our award-winning beach-side Restaurant. It is the cosiest place on the east coast for succulent seafood and a personal service that's second to none.

PLEASE BOOK IN ADVANCE FOR SEAFOOD RESTAURANT

Traditional Hospitality at The Hawes Inn.
Of all the pubs in South Queensferry, The Hawes Inn is one of the best places to enjoy the crackle of a real fire, a fulfilling winter meal and the treasured company of family and friends. Soak up the warmest of welcomes and explore some of the most popular pub food menus in Scotland. Try one of our satisfying seasonal dishes with a glass of fine wine or sample a rewarding pint of our regularly changing cask-conditioned real ales.