Open 12pm - 1am

Tuesday to Sunday

(Closed Monday)

~Michelin Guide~
Recommended 2007/08/09

Finalist RSPCA Good Business Awards 2007

Top 5 Best Sunday lunch in Scotland
Observer food awards 2007

Runner-up
Edinburgh Newcomer Restaurant of the year
List Magazine Food & Drink Guide 2006/07

Winner of the Scottish Gastro-pub of the year
Scottish Chef Awards 2006/07

Welcome to the Iglu website.

NEWS

JUNE'S NEW SEASONAL MENU NOW ONLINE!

CHECK OUT THE MENU PAGE FOR DETAILS.

(1/06/2009)

LIVE MUSIC EVERY WEEK AT THE SUNDAY SOCIAL

(31/03/2009)

Local musician Ross Galloway (& occasionally with friends) is hosting a very laid back live music session for those who prefer their Sunday's to be easy going & comfortable. Rossco will soothe away those weekend blues. Starting from 4pm every Sunday.

APRIL'S SEASONAL MENU NOW ON-LINE!(31/03/2009)

REVIEW ON-LINE AT THE SCOTMANS

NEWSPAPER WEBSITE!(28/12/2008)

On the 27th of December 2008 we were very proud to be featured in Claire Black's restaurant review section of the Scotsman Magazine. You can read it on-line at:

http://thescotsman.scotsman.com/features/Restaurant-review.4814056.jp

PRIVATE DINING(30/11/2008)

We have increased the maximum number of people we can accommodate in our dining room. We can now cater for parties of up to 30 guests.

IGLU CHANGES OWNERSHIP(27/09/2008)

As of the 1st of October 2008, Iglu Restaurant & Cafe Bar is under new ownership. Gus Niven (General Manager) & Matt Waters (Head Chef) are taking over from present owner Charlie Cornelius & it's an exciting time for everybody involved. With Iglu Bar & Bistro we're aiming to provide our customers with a range of food choices from home-made bar snacks to 28 day hung  Aberdeen Angus rump steaks. As always, we have scoured our suppliers for the best local ingredients we can find.

With the change of menu we also have a change of opening times. As from mid-September, Iglu will be closed on Mondays.

About Iglu Bar & Bistro

Since opening the kitchen in late 2005, Iglu has been at the forefront of ethical sourcing in the Edinburgh restaurant scene. By specialising in organic, wild & local produce we are committed to finding the best ingredients possible. Working with small local boutique farms & producers we have been able to ensure a high quality of Scottish & British meat, fish & seasonal vegetables.

The first floor bistro is perfect for intimate dining. A slightly more formal setting for the Iglu menu & available for private hire for up to 30 people. The view into the kitchen from the bistro gives you a sneak peek into the workings & world of Head Chef Matt & Second Chef Chris.

The bar is a relaxing & friendly haven from the hustle & bustle of everyday life. It's easy to unwind with friends with a large selection of draught & bottled beers (Special mention to the excellent Black Isle Organic Blonde Lager, our most popular draught beer), an extensive wine list including a range of organic reds & whites, premium spirits, organic & fair-trade juices, artisan coffee & organic teas. We like our music eclectic & we're always open to suggestions & recommendations. 

Why not take advantage of the free wireless broadband connection & surf away the afternoon.

The ethos of the food

Locality has always been important for us here at Iglu. If we can find a product close to home that fits our requirements then why wouldn't we support our neighbours & friends! Cutting down on food miles & transportation is now a major issue & it's great to see so many chefs & restaurants joining the cause.

Seasonality is another key element that we have been working with over the past 3 years. With many famous chefs extolling the virtues of using seasonal produce, the importance has risen of a more traditional range of fruit & vegetables throughout the year.

With our commitment to ethically reared & organic meat, our fish policy includes the use of organically or ethically farmed fish, such as sea trout & salmon, which has a lesser impact on the environment & wild stocks. The wild caught fish are from local waters which at present have healthy stock numbers.

At Iglu, we are dedicated to organic, wild & local produce. We hope to see you soon.