La Garrigue
Without a doubt the best food I have eaten in Edinburgh
La Garrigue serves food and wine exclusively from the Languedoc region of France. Although less well known than it should be, it has won awards since its opening in 2002. It's easy to see why.
Aperitifs of armagnac with sparkling wine, with a terrine of goats cheese, potato and cranberry, and a classy lamb pie set us up for the main course. Duck on roasted vegetables, and rabbit wrapped around black pudding, served on sauteed apples and potatoes, were both exquisite. A superb sticky meringue with chestnut jam and chocolate ice cream, and a lemon tart with a sugar crust finished a perfect meal.
Presentation was flawless and the service was excellent, with our waiter keen to recommend and suggest dishes. I only wish we could have eaten more. Without a doubt, this is the best food I have eaten in Edinburgh. La Garrigue is well worth a visit.
Two courses for £21.50, desserts from £5.