Abacus at The Scholar
Sharing platter with beer, wine or cocktails for two in outdoor garden terrace
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4.1 (11 reviews)
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Sharing platter with beer, wine or cocktails for two at the Garden Terrace of Abacus at The Scholar; bringing together the best of Scottish produce with a Mediterranean touch and only a short walk from the Old Town
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About today's deal
- Sharing platter for two at Abacus at The Scholar
- Includes a glass of wine, beer or cocktail each
- Or a bottle of wine to share
- Served in the outdoor Garden Terrace
Sample menu
- Selection of 5 Scottish cheeses served with spiced pear chutney, grapes, celery, honey, cornichons, artisan crackers and Edinburgh butter
- Trio of Scottish salmon with a selection of whiskey cured, smoked, hot-smoked salmon rillette and beetroot gravlax, served with caper berries, cucumber relish, warm bread and Edinburgh butter
- Baked camembert with honey, thyme and garlic bread
Sample cocktail menu
- Abacus G&T - Tanqueray gin, Fever-Tree elderflower tonic, lime
- Keeping count - Seedlip 94, Fever-Tree tonic, grapefruit
- Whisky sour - Highland Park, lemon, sugar, Angostura bitters
Abacus at The Scholar
- Brand-new restaurant within The Scholar Hotel
- Bringing together the best of Scottish produce with a light Mediterranean touch to create dishes that feel fresh, balanced and crafted with care
- Inspired by one of the earliest tools for learning and understanding, the restaurant takes its name from the idea of balance and thoughtful simplicity, with these principles woven through everything from the food to the decor
- Sister venue to Bonnars and Canopy Kitchen & Courtyard
Small print
- Voucher is valid from Wed 1 Apr until Mon 31 Aug 2026, 7 days 12noon - 9.30pm; subject to availability.
- Online bookings only. Voucher must be booked by Mon 24 Aug 2026 (we don’t want you to miss out!).
- You risk forfeiting your voucher if you cancel within 24 hours of your booking.
- Max of 4 vouchers per table.
- Includes a choice of sharing board from the all day dining menu; subject to change.
- Excludes bread board.
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten / wheat free options are available. Please advise restaurant at time of booking.
- Served in the outdoor garden terrace.
- Option 1: Includes a glass of wine, beer or a cocktail each. Alcohol can be replaced with a soft drink.
- Option 2: Includes a bottle of wine to share. Alcohol cannot be replaced with a soft drink.
- Wheelchair access available.
- Children permitted.
- Free parking available on site.
- A small service fee will be applied to your order, you'll see the exact amount at checkout.
- Advanced booking required or risk forfeiting your voucher.
- The venue may restrict the number of itison bookings on each day so please book early if you want a specific date.
- The beginning and end period of a voucher’s validity is always the busiest. We advise members to book well in advance to avoid disappointment.
- You can use your paperless voucher from your itison account on any mobile device. Printed vouchers are also accepted.
- Voucher is not exchangeable for cash or valid with any other offers.
- Images used for illustrative purposes only.
Location
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Abacus at The Scholar
18 Holyrood Park Road
EH16 5AZ
What people think
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Amazing Service
Reviewed on
Can honestly say this is the best service I've experienced in years, incredibly friendly and helpful staff full of smiles. We had the cheese board and it was excellent. Thanks so much!
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A pleasant surprise
Reviewed on
This was a pleasant surprise as I really had no idea this was a year round venue that the public could visit. Its in the University campus and I did know it existed but thought it was only for the residents staying. Its a modern,cosy venue. Not huge , but roomy enough. The menu is well selected to suit most tastes. Food came well presented and well balanced. Staff were cheery and friendly.
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