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Stuart Ralston

Chef · Restaurateur — Edinburgh modern cooking across four price bands, from a MICHELIN-starred seafood room to a Bib-level pasta counter.

Listed with the chefs in Edinburgh.

Ralston runs LYLA (one MICHELIN Star), tipo, Noto and Aizle in Edinburgh, and is opening Vinette on Broughton Street. The MICHELIN Guide's own travel desk introduces him as the person to ask for the city: "there are few better people to ask for insider recommendations than Stuart Ralston... over the last few years he has helped shape the city's restaurant scene."

Their own reviews and picks.

Their own judgment, in their own words, by the piece it appeared in.

• MICHELIN Guide ↗their pick · 2025-08-01
  • ArdfernLeith

    “is a top choice when I want something fast but thoughtful. It's the kind of place where you can grab a bite that's comforting but still has personality. Solid cooking, relaxed setting. They get it just right.”

  • eòrna restaurantStockbridge

    “What Brian and Glen are doing there feels really personal and you can tell every plate has intention behind it.”

  • The PalmerstonWest End

    “Then we'd head for some incredible food. Somewhere like The Palmerston or Heron.”

  • TIMBERYARDTollcross

    “is a brilliant shout for date night. The space is stunning”