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Blackwoods Restaurant

Gloucester Place 6, EH3 6EF Edinburgh

Closed now · opens 15:00

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Source: the restaurant's website, read on 12 September 2026. Prices and dishes may have changed since.

Calories and carbohydrates are estimates by an AI model based on this menu, made on 12 September 2026, for a typical portion. They are not medical advice and do not replace what the kitchen can tell you. "Diabetes-friendly" means: modest carbohydrates for the course, little sugar and no fast-absorbing base such as fries, white bread or white rice.

STARTERS
Soup of the Day
7.50
A freshly prepared soup using the best of the day's seasonal market vegetables, served with warm sourdough bread and butter.
estimate≈ 320 kcal42 g carbsbalanced 77
Smoked Salmon
10.50
Delicate, locally sourced smoked salmon, elegantly paired with a smooth crème fraîche and finished with a vibrant chive oil.
estimate≈ 210 kcal6 g carbsdiabetes-friendlybalanced 67
Chicken Caesar Salad
9.00
A timeless classic featuring tender grilled chicken, crisp smoked bacon, Parmesan shavings, and crunchy croutons on a bed of fresh romaine, all tossed in a creamy Caesar dressing.
estimate≈ 450 kcal18 g carbsdiabetes-friendlybalanced 66
MAINS
Beer-Battered Fish and Chips
18.50
Fish and Chips — A large, flaky fillet of North Sea haddock in a crisp, light beer batter. Served with hand-cut chips, traditional mashed peas, and a zesty house-made tartar sauce.
estimate≈ 950 kcal85 g carbs
Blackwoods Blue Cheese Burger
17.50
Blue Cheese Burger — A succulent Scottish beef patty topped with rich melted blue cheese, crisp salad, tomato, and onion in a toasted brioche bun. Served with chips and a creamy coleslaw.
estimate≈ 1100 kcal65 g carbs
Spinach & Ricotta Lasagne (V)vegetarian
16.00
Spinach & Ricotta Lasagne — Layers of fresh pasta, creamy ricotta, and tender spinach, baked in a rich tomato sauce and topped with melted mozzarella. Served with a fresh side salad.
estimate≈ 680 kcal55 g carbsbalanced 73
DESSERTS
Warm Apple Crumble
8.50
Apple Crumble — Sweet, tender apples baked under a crunchy oat crumble topping, served with a warm, velvety crème anglaise.
estimate≈ 550 kcal62 g carbsheavy 40
Carrot Cake
8.50
A moist, lightly spiced carrot cake studded with walnuts, topped with a smooth cream cheese frosting and a drizzle of rich chocolate sauce.
estimate≈ 620 kcal58 g carbsheavy 27
Starters
Ox Cheek
11.50
Tender Ox Cheek slow braised in red wine and aromatic herbs served on a bed of celeriac mash with Salsa Verde.
estimate≈ 380 kcal18 g carbsdiabetes-friendlybalanced 73
Shetland Mussels
10.50
Fresh Shetland mussels steamed with shallots, garlic and white wine. Garnished with parsley, scorched lemon, and served with a toasted crusty sourdough bread.
estimate≈ 340 kcal32 g carbsbalanced 77
Black Raviolo
12.50
Fresh handmade pasta infused with squid ink, filled with a rich mixture of duck and chorizo, served with Jerusalem artichoke sauce and parsley oil.
estimate≈ 420 kcal35 g carbs
Vegetables Terrine (V)vegetarian
10.00
Vegetables Terrine — A delightful layering of fried peppers, courgettes, carrots, and shallots, pressed together with creamy goat cheese. Served with a garnish of velvety spinach and sweet cherry confit tomatoes.
estimate≈ 310 kcal12 g carbsdiabetes-friendlybalanced 66
Black Pudding
9.50
Scottish traditional black pudding wrapped in filo pastry served on a slow-cooked tomato surrounded by red pepper foam garnished with crispy fried shallot rings.
estimate≈ 360 kcal22 g carbsdiabetes-friendlybalanced 65
Haggis, Neeps and Tatties
11.50
A traditional Scottish dish featuring a tender baby haggis, served on a bed of crispy potato chips, accompanied by a velvety turnip mousse, rich whisky sauce, and parsley oil.
estimate≈ 520 kcal38 g carbs
Mains
Cod Fillet
24.00
Brined overnight for enhanced flavour, this delicate cod fillet is paired with juicy cherry tomatoes, caramelized shallots, fresh parsley, and a touch of white wine. Served alongside crispy potato cubes and green beans.
estimate≈ 420 kcal18 g carbsdiabetes-friendlybalanced 80
Breaded and Fried Beetroot Sphere (V)vegetarian
20.00
Fried Beetroot Sphere — Crispy, sweet beetroot spheres, served on a rich, spicy lentil stew on a bed of grilled goat cheese and a drizzle of green oil (V).
estimate≈ 580 kcal45 g carbsbalanced 71
Scottish Salmon Fillet
26.00
A pan-seared Scottish salmon fillet, served on a bed of crushed potatoes. Accompanied by tender steamed broccoli, crispy deep-fried Jerusalem artichokes, and finished with a velvety white wine sauce.
estimate≈ 680 kcal32 g carbsdiabetes-friendlybalanced 83
21-Day Matured Scottish Ribeye Steak
36.00
Ribeye Steak — Indulge in the tender flavour of a 21-day matured Scottish ribeye. Accompanied by a savoury porcini mushroom and onion stew, crispy homemade chips, roasted cherry tomatoes, and finished with a creamy peppercorn sauce.
estimate≈ 920 kcal48 g carbsbalanced 66
21-Day Matured Scottish Chateaubriand Fillet Steak
42.00
Chateaubriand Fillet Steak — A succulent Scottish Chateaubriand fillet, served alongside charred Padrón peppers, a rich porcini mushroom and onion stew, crispy homemade chips, roasted cherry tomatoes, and finished with a creamy peppercorn sauce.
estimate≈ 880 kcal42 g carbsdiabetes-friendlybalanced 68
Desserts
Deconstruct Cranachan
11.00
Cranachan — Traditional Scottish dessert featuring whipped cream, honey, and whisky, punctuated by the crunchy texture of toasted oats and red fruits compote.
estimate≈ 480 kcal38 g carbsheavy 33
Sticky Toffee Pudding Delight
11.50
Sticky Toffee Pudding — Toffee pudding served with a velvety smooth toffee sauce that oozes over the cake accompanied by a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
estimate≈ 850 kcal110 g carbsheavy 24
Chocolate Brownie
11.50
Fudgy chocolate brownie paired with a delicate cherries, topped with pistachio gelato.
estimate≈ 720 kcal85 g carbsheavy 27
Artisan Cheese Plate
12.00
A curated selection of Scottish cheese, artisan crackers and sweet and sour chutneys.
estimate≈ 450 kcal25 g carbs

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56veggie
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Steakhouse with vegetarian options

How well a vegetarian eats here, read from the menu. Not a review score.

You can choose a vegetable terrine, spinach and ricotta lasagne or fried beetroot spheres on lentil stew. The rest of the menu consists mostly of meat and fish.

3 vegetarian and 0 vegan dishes out of 23

73dia
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Steakhouse with low carb options

How well someone with diabetes eats here, from the menu and estimated carbohydrates. Not medical advice.

This restaurant offers various protein-based main courses. The Smoked Salmon and Chicken Caesar Salad are suitable starters.

8 diabetes-friendly · 23 dishes

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Address
Gloucester Place 6, EH3 6EF Edinburgh
Hours
Mon07:00–10:00, 15:00–23:00, 16:00–20:00
Tue07:00–10:00, 15:00–23:00, 17:00–23:00
Wed07:00–10:00, 15:00–23:00, 17:00–23:00
Thu07:00–10:00, 15:00–23:00, 17:00–23:00
Fri07:00–10:00, 15:00–23:00, 17:00–23:00
Sat07:30–10:30, 15:00–23:00, 17:00–23:00
Sun07:30–10:30, 15:00–23:00, 16:00–20:00
Conflicting data: /contact page says Restaurant Tue-Sat 17:00-23:00, while home page says Tue-Sat 17:30-21:30 and Sun-Mon 16:00-20:00. Used /contact page for primary restaurant hours.
Contact
+441312252720 dine@blackwoodsedinburgh.com
Sources
Overture Maps Places (CDLA-Permissive 2.0), blackwoodsedinburgh.com/
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