Beautiful location. Beautiful setting. Food was delicious. We only did appetizers since we were trying a bunch of new places that day. The seafood risotto was probably my fav. read more

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Walked past this place and the beautiful decorations and lights outside captured our attention right away! We looked up some photos of the inside and decided to wait in line for drinks so we could enjoy the indoors. The decorations in the main room were amazing. It looks so pretty in there! Wish we had known about this in advance and tried to book a dinner here. The drinks were priced very fairly, we got a half pint of a lager and a hot chocolate - the hot chocolate was quite delicious and made well. The only minor downside was that we were seated in the side bar which is not connected to the main room with the decorations that we wanted to see. We had our drinks in the room we were assigned, but once inside we were free to explore the main room also and grab some photos. If they had asked if we had a preference, we would not have minded waiting longer to be in the main room! read more

Visited The Dome this summer, big draw was the amazing bar in the middle of the room! It's pretty spectacular with the huge floral displays, all the liquor and the fancy set up. It was time for a afternoon drink and dessert! Why not at a fancy bar. The Dome is definitely in a class if it's own, very old school, classic, high end. Of course with a huge Dome ceiling! They have several kinds of menus depending what your there for. The bar menu had everything on it drinks wise, and the lunch menu had our desserts. So I got my champagne and sticky toffee pudding, and my friend got a latte. The pudding was quite delicious, with some lovely vanilla ice cream, every Brit loves this dessert, I think! I do and this was done really well. Loved it. Paired with some bubbles it was a great afternoon treat. The service was fine, I expected a little better for the kind of place , a bit slow. Make sure you hit the bathrooms! They speak for themselves! Great place for anytime of day though, if your feeling a bit grand. read more

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Beautiful building with lovely architecture. First, it was loud and very crowded. Not a relaxing dining atmosphere. More of a place for drinking. That being said you get a table, if you can, and get your own drinks. The cocktails were creative and delicious. We asked for a quiet table in the back for dinner, but the one they gave us was on the edge of the loud area, so it made little difference. The food was expensive and good it just wasn't anything special. read more

I went here for afternoon tea which was outstanding, beautiful sandwiches, cakes, scones and pastries, yogurt and berries and of course tea. Service was great too, staff were very friendly and helpful and attentive. The dome is gorgeous, very classy and distinguished but very warm and welcoming and I felt very relaxed and had an wonderful experience. I would 100% recommend, you won't regret it! read more

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I went in with really high expectations of the dome because I'd heard really good things from friends and knew the space was absolutely gorgeous. However our meal and service left a little to be desired. I got the corn fed chicken which was so dry I could barely eat it but the sides that came with it were delicious enough to balance that out. My friend got the risotto and I thought that was decently yummy. The problem came when trying to get the bill as it took over an hour to get the bill and pay the bill because our server seem to disappear. I think it would be a fun place to come on a date where you could just have a drink and enjoy the atmosphere but I don't know that I would be in a hurry to come back for dinner read more

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Service wasn't the best, but it's an amazing location and the food was pretty good. Our table was tucked behind a wall almost which I think took from the experience. Definitely try to get a table in the center or at the bar. read more

Went there for afternoon tea, always a lovely way to spend an afternoon. The good: - Easy to book online - Setting in the Georgian Room is lovely -The fruit scones were lovely -Generous portions - It's tea - always a good thing! The not-so good: -The food quality was lacking, other than the egg sandwiches and the fruit scones, the food was sub-par -The service was lacking, we never knew who was supposed to be serving us. - The cocktails arrived after the tea and food All in all, fine but nothing to write home about. The not-so good: read more

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Fantastic cocktails, salad, trout, lamb, and sticky toffee pudding. Service was a little slow in June so plan accordingly. There was a huge fly buzzing around the table but luckily it departed us. read more

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This place is very popular so decided to check it out. I highly recommend reservations or else they may not take you. There was a long line to get into the resto and we had reservations. The banking hall is very impressive. No longer a bank anymore though. Now it's a restaurant, bar, lounge. We came here for lunch. Service was good. The scallop was excellent. They have lunch special, you can get two dishes for 15 pounds (something like that). I had the Caeser salad and the mince / tatties. It was pretty much a deconstructed Sheppard pie. But a fancier one? I didn't finish it though, very heavy and filling. The cocktails were legit. They have a full service serious bar in the middle of the dining hall. I heard during the new year celebration, this place gets pretty lit. read more

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We decided to go for lunch here yesterday, and I am so glad we did. The Dome is by far the most Christmassy place in Edinburgh and has a lovely atmosphere. We were brought to the Club Room, which had been decorated beautifully. We opted for some bread rolls to start and Turkey roasts for mains. The roasts were incredible! I have never had turkey that tastes this(!) good and everything that came with it - especially the vegetables - was amazing as well. Because of COVID restrictions no alcohol is served, but to remain in the festive spirit we chose No-secco to have with our food and it does the trick! Can't wait to come back here when the world is back to normal and try out the bar, or maybe an afternoon tea. read more

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Afternoon tea! Atmosphere is quiet the 2 times I been there... Staff are friendly. Compare to other places.. This is average price. Love the scones!! I skipped my breakfast and come for afternoon tea.and still. Have leftover. Tried chamomile, peppermint, English tea.. Not bad. If you are in Scotland during holidays.. This is a place to stop by. Inside is pretty and festive! read more

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My husband and I had afternoon tea at The Dome and it was great! The gorgeous building is reason enough to visit, but the food and service are also fantastic. It was a wonderful way to spend a rainy Scottish afternoon. read more

This place is stunning, the food is delicious and not overpriced, service is friendly and attentive. I had the fish fillet over risotto and my friend had the fish and chips. Both delicious. Overall, I will definitely be back the next time I'm in Edinburgh. read more

We had very good afternoon tea here but the real 5-star rating belongs to how damn spectacular the venue is. The tea rooms, which are upstairs in the very stately Georgian Rooms, are a quiet, high ceilinged escape from the bustle of Edinburgh's new town. An oasis of calm only barely removed from the crowd's of Prince's Street, it's an excellent place to spend an afternoon after a day sightseeing. NB: Teatime is a full meal, and it takes a while. It's also only served till 5. Our waiter was so wonderful, letting us take our time and making suggestions about the different teas. He brought us copious refills of hot water so we could drink a very large quantity of tea while working our way through the spectacular three tiered tower of sandwiches and snacks they brought us. There was the traditional egg sandwich, a ham and mustard, and a quite good beef and chutney one. The usual scones, and a few tasty cakes: lemon, chocolate, and a macaroon, adorned the top. The quality of all the food was really very good! Afterwards, we went down and checked out the bar in the main room. The dome is just opulent and lit with all these interesting different colored lights, and the bar is this awesome antique round structure with huge plants coming off of both side. This is a perfect place to go for drinks with a friend you want to impress or someone you'd like to have a little fun with and dream of the grandeur of a different age. read more

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What an amazing place! Came here for a few cocktails. The decor and flowers were beautiful all around. Even the ladies was done up. Worth a visit! read more

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I'm in the bar as a type this. I feel like our group is bothering the staff here. I had to go to bar to order drinks because we received no recognition from anyone that "worked" here. Smokey Bloody Mary is spicy and a good drink. Sharing plate looks great. Finally got some water for the whisky after two failed attempts. Cold and no personality is how they hire staff at The Dome. Nice ceiling but otherwise over-rated as I couldn't wait to get here. My last trip it was too crowded to get in. I'd find another place. read more

Due to the Holidays The Dome was pretty booked but we were able to make it into The Clubroom for drinks. Gregor, Simeon, Arsen & Justine were the absolute best bartenders!!! They made our night epic and one we will never forget. Hardworking, efficient young staff!!!! The most fun we had in Edinburgh. Can't thank you enough for the most memorable night. read more

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Got sat at the bar in the side section, got served drinks right away and that was about as far as the service went. Asked for another drink after, and was told it will be a while we are quite busy, we were the only two people at the bar the rest were sitting at the tables. Finally after about 20 min someone else helped get our drinks which we tried to order another right away and nobody came back or checked on us, but kept making everyone else's drinks the entire time. Finally said forget it well take the bill. How sad. We left upset and disappointed completely nobody walked to care for the patrons paying at the bar , everyone else seemed more important read more

Generally the place to stop by for an evening drink.. you'd think with the look of the place it would be overpriced but it's actually fairly on point with the rest of the city. One of my colleagues ordered food here the most recent time as well and it actually looked pretty good.. might have to add eating to the list of things to do here next time.. Big place with a few different rooms for different occasions. I've always sat under 'the dome' for drinks. Top marks for ambience, service and overall vibe. Great place. read more

Review for bar only here. The Dome is gorgeous, there's no denying that. Especially during the holidays, this place becomes a must visit for all. Even from the outside, the columns are wrapped with lights and decoration. As you enter inside, there is no space left untouched with embellishments and trimmings. Of course there is the gigantic Christmas tree standing on top of the bar in the middle of the entire restaurant. With that said, this place brings a huge crowd of people coming to take photos and admire the festive decor. This caused such a crowd that didn't leave us with much space to even stand after getting our drinks. We ended up standing at the entrance way to avoid the crowds. Come here for a photo opt, but you'd probably need a Christmas miracle to find a seat in anywhere. read more

Most beautiful bar in Edinburg, looks like you are walking into a museum or a really classic hotel. Really nice decor and with big dome ceiling in the center, huge vases of fresh lily all the around and you can smell the fragrance wherever you sit. Come for a drink or afternoon tea they are really reasonable price, I had the espresso martini only cost £8.5 the afternoon tea is about £20 per person. read more

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I took my partner there as part of her birthday Absolutely amazing experience Staff were friendly Good was out of this world And atmosphere electric The Christmas lights was awesome read more

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Visiting Edinburgh from America. Having an afternoon tea was top on my list. By the reviews I decided to come here. But I was very disappointed in the food. The only good thing was the scones. The sandwiches were generic, as was the tasteless desserts. The older pics on here looked better than what I got. Even my kids did not like their simple sandwiches. The place is gorgeous, and I wouldn't want to sway someone off from coming to their main hall. But I would not recommend the afternoon tea. read more

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Food was great. Service exceptional. Ambiance was beautiful. Everything you'd expect from an afternoon tea.

This interior of this place is gorgeous, and well worth a visit even it it's just for a cocktail. Apparently, the decor is at its best during Christmas. For an aperitif, I ordered a drink called the Pamplemoose, which was made with Edinburgh Gin, Elderflower Liqueur, and Grapefruit. It was delicious. For dinner, I had Sea Bass Filets, which was super fresh and perfectly cooked. It was only lightly seasoned, which allowed the flavors of the fish to be the focus of the dish. My husband had the Mussels with a side of Frites which he thoroughly enjoyed. Definitely, a must stop when in Edinburgh. read more

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Go for a drink and skip the meal. The dining room is as magnificent as advertised, but the food is about as average as it gets. Something was missing from this restaurant, and I can't quite put my finger on it. When you walk in you will be blown away by a beautiful room with enormous flower arrangements. The whole place is Instagram worthy. However, the dining room lacks energy. I ordered the sirloin steak which was fine, but on the level of Outback or Longhorn. I thought my waitress had a bit of an attitude. Never asked If we wanted anything to drink. She seemed annoyed that we only ordered one appetizer and made the evening a touch a tense. I would recommend popping in for a pic, but would eat elsewhere. read more

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What a wonderful experience was our afternoon tea. Very nice food, great tea, and a very friendly server (who spent a few extra minutes to visit with us!). And of course an awe inspiring atmosphere! If/when we return to Edinburgh, The Dome Afternoon Tea will be on our itinerary. read more

The food, cocktails, server and atmosphere were all top notch! There were many interesting items on the menu I.

The wonderful girl at the door said we could wait in the bar. A table had just opened. Then we could go on the list for 4:30. She took us up the elevator and they got us a table. What a great time we had beautiful service great food. The place was absolutely beautiful! I would surely recommend this place to anyone who wants a special time. I booked a tea time today at a famous place. What a disappointment. No tablecloths - not one flower on the tables. I didn't stay. What a nice time we had because of the beautiful hostess from Naples , Italy at the Dome read more

We saw the outside of The Dome as our tour bus rolled by. The decorated columns caught our eye and when the tour was completed, we made our way back to explore in greater detail! Glad we did! The place is beautifully decorated (already - it's only late October!) and is a sight to be seen! We got a table near the large round bar and took in the magnificent setting. It really is magnificent! Pictures alone do not do it justice. If you're in Edinburgh, it's a must see! And - if you're there, stop for a drink or a bit of food. We ordered a cheese plate, I, a Double order of 14 year old Oban, The Honey, a glass (250 ml) of Cabernet. The service was courteous and friendly, the prices were reasonable and the experience was great! read more

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Five stars for everything! Albin was friendly, cheerful, and an excellent server. Gorgeous surroundings and amazing food! Highly recommended. read more

Beautiful setting, amazing food and friendly staff. It's on the list to go again and have dinner.

The Dome is an impressive and beautiful building. The Afternoon Tea was upstairs. We chose this tea due to that location and traditional nature of the menu. Our server Hilary was wonderful. The manager went above and beyond as we were celebrating a special birthday. This was a well researched choice and we more than enjoyed every aspect of the experience. Clearly the Georgian Tea Room at the Dome is a popular choice as many Scottish people were present as well as a smattering of tourists, like us. Thanks for the wonderful experience. read more

The Dome is on the list of places to go in Scotland. The Victorian decor is elegant fo sho! The drinks and food were pretty good. The wait staff were inattentive. I had to walk over at them to get their attention that we were ready to order. I think, this place is overrated. If you like Victorian decor, this is your place. I'm not sure I'll be back here again when I come back to Edinburgh. Been there, done that. I can cross it off my list. read more

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I've been coming here since my college days, and I still at awe with how beautiful this place is, especially around the holidays. They have a great watermelon cocktail during the summer. The staff is lovely. I look forward to going back soon! read more

The Dome is beautiful place for Afternoon Tea Very elegant. Even the bathroom is beautiful The desert and the scone was good The sandwich's get a one star. The bread was cold. It felt like they just took it out of the refrigerator I been to other Afternoon tea which they made the sandwiches when you order not mass production sandwiches. And the sandwiches taste like nothing special. I see why they did not make the traditional watercress and cucumber sandwiches I think it took too much work for them to prepare it. read more

Over the top Christmas lights, trees and decorations mean The Dome is a 'must visit' if you're in Edinburgh during November or December. I enjoyed looking at the luxurious interior and sparkling chandeliers, which are a bit tacky and gaudy, but still nice to see. However, this place is so busy that it's difficult to get a table. I had a decent tasting and reasonably priced Pinot Grigio from the Champagne Bar but had to sit at the bar itself as all the tables were taken, thus I only stayed for one drink then left. I would recommend that anyone wishing to visit should phone or email in advance and pre-book a table. Ultimately an entertaining and amusing place to tick-off on a personal 'Tourist Type Things To Do List' whilst in Edinburgh. However The Dome isn't somewhere I feel inclined to return to - once is more than enough. It's just a bit too superficial and extravagantly tasteless to warrant more than a one off visit. read more

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Georgian Tea Room: This place is exactly what I would hope and expect for a proper afternoon tea experience. The selection of sandwiches and cakes was very good with diverse flavours. Added a glass of champagne and that just made it a perfect treat. Some places may have a little more food, or more selection of teas, but why adding extra confusion or spoil supper? Wait staff were very professional and attentive without being overbearing. Nice location to pop in for a drink or dinner at the other rooms. read more

Not the typical kinda spot for my every day afternoon tea session but perfect for a fancy day out with girl friends or family. Beautiful settings, cute and delicate pastries and cakes, classy ambience and grand interior decor. The tea selection is extensive and the quality of the teas are above average. Great place for a tourist's memorable English tea session which ensures very beautiful photos taken. All in all, with such pretty decors, how can a visual being say not nice things about this place ? read more

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