Dish ranking
Best desserts in Edinburgh
22 desserts from 14 restaurants, ranked by 24 recorded votes.
Dessert is the course most often skipped and most often regretted. These are the ones worth staying for.
In Edinburgh the highest recorded total belongs to Monkfish Cheek Scampi with Tartare Sauce at Purslane Restaurant, with 3 votes. Every row below links to the dish page, where you can see the other dishes at that restaurant and add your own vote.
Recorded totals include starter data and votes from members and guests. They are not counts of verified diners or star ratings. How rankings work
The ranking
- 1Monkfish Cheek Scampi with Tartare SaucePurslane RestaurantLightly battered monkfish cheeks, fried until golden, served with homemade tartare sauce and triple-cooked chips.3 votes
- 2Smoked Salmon & Dill TartletAvery RestaurantFlaky pastry filled with rich Scottish smoked salmon, fresh dill, and crème fraîche. Light and flavorful.3 votes
- 3Aberdeen Angus Beef & Ale PieThe Piper's RestSlow-cooked Aberdeen Angus beef in a rich ale gravy, topped with a golden puff pastry crust, served with a side of buttered greens.2 votes
- 4Cranachan CheesecakeAvery RestaurantA deconstructed cheesecake inspired by the Scottish dessert. Layers of toasted oats, fresh raspberries, whisky-honey cream, and mascarpone.2 votes
- 5Cullen Skink Tart with Smoked Haddock and LeekEleanoreA delicate tart filled with the creamy, smoky flavors of Cullen Skink, featuring smoked haddock and leeks.2 votes
- 6Smoked Haddock and Leek TartLYLA Restaurant & RoomsFlaky pastry filled with a creamy mixture of smoked haddock, tender leeks, and aged cheddar, baked until golden.2 votes
- 7Black Pudding & Apple FrittersDùthchasCrispy fritters combining Stornoway black pudding and sweet apple, served with a mustard crème fraîche.1 votes
- 8Caledonian Oatcakes & Smoked SalmonSociety Bar & KitchenCrisp Scottish oatcakes served with a generous portion of locally sourced smoked salmon, cream cheese, and dill.1 votes
- 9Cranachan CheesecakeLYLA Restaurant & RoomsA deconstructed take on the classic Scottish dessert, featuring a creamy cheesecake blend with raspberries, toasted oats, and a whisky-honey drizzle.1 votes
- 10Cranachan CheesecakeThe TollhouseA deconstructed cheesecake with toasted oats, raspberries, and a hint of whisky.1 votes
- 11Cullen Skink TartThe TollhouseSmoked haddock, potato, and leek tartlet, finished with a dill cream.1 votes
- 12Cullen Skink TartletsEdinburgh Street FoodMiniature tartlets filled with a creamy smoked haddock, potato, and leek soup, a comforting taste of the sea.1 votes
- 13Foraged Mushroom TartTIMBERYARDA delicate tart featuring a medley of locally foraged mushrooms, goat cheese, and a hint of thyme, all encased in a flaky, hand-rolled pastry.1 votes
- 14Puddledub Pork, Apple, Black Pudding & Isle of Mull CheddarThe KitchinSlow-cooked Puddledub pork belly, served with spiced apple, crispy Stornoway black pudding, and a rich Isle of Mull cheddar sauce.1 votes
- 15Wild Mushroom and crowdie Tartlet with Toasted HazelnutsEleanoreA rustic tartlet filled with earthy wild mushrooms, creamy Scottish crowdie cheese, and crunchy toasted hazelnuts.1 votes
- 16Wild Mushroom and Isle of Mull Cheddar TartThe Devil's AdvocateA savory tart filled with a medley of wild mushrooms and sharp Isle of Mull cheddar, served with a dressed rocket salad.1 votes
- 17Cullen Skink TartThe Piper's RestA sophisticated take on the traditional smoked haddock soup, served in a flaky pastry tart with leeks and potatoes, accompanied by a chive crème fraîche.0 votes
- 18Pan-Seared Scallops with Stornoway Black Pudding and AppleEleanorePerfectly seared scallops paired with rich Stornoway black pudding and a crisp apple purée.0 votes
- 19Risotto ai Funghi Porcini e TartufoLa LocandaCreamy Arborio rice with earthy porcini mushrooms and a generous shaving of fresh black truffle. A luxurious vegetarian delight.0 votes
- 20Seared Scallops with Black Pudding & ApplePurslane RestaurantPan-seared Orkney scallops, served with Stornoway black pudding, apple purée, and a cider reduction.0 votes
- 21Smoked Haddock and Leek TartThe Black GrapeFlaky smoked haddock and leeks in a creamy sauce, baked in a golden puff pastry and served with a dressed side salad.0 votes
- 22Venison Loin with Black PuddingThe Devil's AdvocatePan-seared venison loin, served with a rich red wine jus, neeps, tatties, and a slice of grilled Stornoway black pudding.0 votes
How to order desserts well
- Ask which dessert is made in-house, bought-in cakes are common.
- Order the regional classic first: pastel de nata in Lisbon, cannoli in Sicily.
- Share two desserts instead of one each; portions are usually built for it.
Desserts in Edinburgh: common questions
- What are the best desserts in Edinburgh?
- The highest recorded total is for Monkfish Cheek Scampi with Tartare Sauce at Purslane Restaurant first, with 3 votes. The full ranking above covers 22 desserts across 14 Edinburgh restaurants and updates as recorded totals change.
- How is this Edinburgh ranking decided?
- Dishes are ordered by recorded totals, including starter data, member votes and guest votes. This is not a star rating or a survey of verified diners.
- Can I add a dessert that is missing?
- Yes. Open the restaurant page, add the dish, and it enters this ranking once it is approved and matches this category.