The Ship on the Shore

SF★★★★★★★★★★5.04 months ago

We had such a lovely experience at this seafood place. The food was genuinely really good and you can tell they care about quality. The service was friendly and attentive without being over the top, which made us feel very comfortable. First of all, we absolutely loved that they provided a dog bowl. Such a small detail but it honestly makes a big difference and shows they’re thoughtful and welcoming. They had a great range of seafood options on the menu and everything we saw coming out looked amazing. I decided to go for a classic fish and chips because you can usually tell how good a place is by how they handle the basics. It did not disappoint. The fish tasted fresh, the batter was crispy without being greasy, and it was proper comfort food done right. They also had a good selection of wines and other drinks, but we kept it simple and went for a pint, which was perfect with the meal. The restaurant itself feels like a traditional pub with some historical touches, which gives it a lot of character. It’s cosy and relaxed, somewhere you can sit back and enjoy your food without feeling rushed. It’s definitely worth a visit if you’re in Leith, especially if you’re heading to or coming back from the Royal Yacht Britannia. A great spot to stop for a proper meal.

shahdtastic★★★★★★★★★★5.08 months ago

One the best seafood restaurants I’ve tried in the uk. The seafood platter was unbelievably fresh, I didn’t like a small amount of the fish served but that’s just personal preference as they tasted alright. The sea bass with yellow pepper sauce is a really nice light dinner option, not very filling but very full on flavor. Tried the haddock risotto as well and it’s so packed with flavor and creamy. Drinks were really good as well and our server was lovely. If you’re in Edinburgh and want a good seafood place by the shore, this place is a must try.

Ian H★★★★★★★★★★5.03 months ago

Excellent lunch today. Fish chowder - salmon, mussels,prawns etc. plus salmon in pastry with mash and broccoli. Both extremely delicious. Servers were pleasant and the restaurant had a nice relaxed ambience. Would certainly eat here again. Highly recommended.

Anastasios Sofronas★★★★★★★★★★3.06 months ago

Everything was good except bouillabaisse soup! Frozen sea food unfortunately! The fish and chips just ok and the chowder was just fine! I Should not go again! Service and atmosphere was ok!

D Kechagias★★★★★★★★★★5.06 months ago

Excellent food, lovely dog friendly restaurant, good service. The Cullen skink was very rich in contents, loved the salmon in filo, and the seafood risotto was decent too. I guess the only change I would make is add a second ball of ice-cream for the right apple crumble to ice cream ratio ;)