Number One:
In keeping with our objectives to pick only the best chefs to
work for us, we appointed Michelin star chef Jeff Bland to preside over "Number
One" restaurant. Number One is one of Scotland's most highly
acclaimed restaurants and is famous for the award-wining cuisine and elegant
setting. He places emphasis on using local produce and the best of British
ingredients to produce highly creative Scottish dishes.
Hadrian's:
Hadrian's is an alternative to Number One, a
restaurant for chic, cosmopolitan dining at reasonable prices. In many ways, Hadrian's
emulates the fashionable restaurant culture currently being enjoyed in London's
Mezzo, The Criterion, L'Odeon, Quaglinos and The Canteen. It is the first
restaurant in Edinburgh to be truly influenced by the London scene in terms of
image, atmosphere and cuisine. The interior has a distinct 1930s art deco
influence, decorated with a palate of lime and walnut, with a splash of African
violet. The combination of colours was inspired by the natural landscapes of
Edinburgh, taking the Salisbury Crags, sea and sky as influences. Leading London
designer, David Collins, worked on the design with Olga Polizzi, sister of Sir
Rocco Forte.
The Bar At Palm Court:
For all day dining and afternoon tea in luxurious
refinement you can choose The Bar at Palm Court, the Hotel's principal
lounge. Here you can enjoy morning coffee, traditional afternoon tea, light
snacks and refreshments. A harpist plays during afternoon tea and a jazz pianist
plays in the evening on selected dates.
NB' S Bar:
For a pint of ale, hearty local fayre and live music with
Scotland's top performers. N.B.'s Bar, named to maintain a historical
connection with the North British, is a lively place to meet friends for lunch
and in the evening. Designed as the hall of fame for Scottish sportsmen and
women, the bar is decorated with interesting memorabilia from Scottish sporting
events. Delicious, good value bar meals are on offer throughout the day with
live music on Thursday, Friday and Saturday nights.