Christmas At Howies & Scotts Kitchen

Make Christmas in Edinburgh one to remember

Bring everyone together this Christmas and celebrate in the heart of Edinburgh at Howies and Scotts Kitchen.
Whether you’re planning a festive lunch with friends, Christmas dinner with family, a get-together with colleagues or a private celebration, we’ll help you make it a special one.
Enjoy seasonal Scottish food, a relaxed festive atmosphere and the warm hospitality Howies is known for.

Festive menus available* from 25th November – 24th December 2026.

Please note that we are closed on Christmas Day.

*Festive menus at Scotts Kitchen are only available from groups of 8+ guests or for private hire.


Festive Groups

Getting together for Christmas?

For larger groups of 10 guests and over we can help you create a festive celebration that’s just right for your party.

Whether you’re planning a work Christmas party, team celebration, client lunch, family gathering or get-together with friends, our team can help you choose the right restaurant and dining option.

Our capacities are:

  • Howies Waterloo: up to 90 guests
  • Private dining room at Howies Waterloo: up to 30 guests
  • Howies Victoria: up to 90 guests
  • Scotts Kitchen exclusive hire: up to 36 seated guests or 50 standing

Private Festive Events

Looking for something a little more special?

From private dinners and drinks receptions to larger Christmas celebrations, we offer private hire at Scotts Kitchen and our partner venue Riddle’s Court.

For something further afield, Events by Howies can bring our food and hospitality to your chosen venue or office. From welcome drinks and canapés to bespoke menus and event catering, our team can help you create a celebration around your plans.

Tell us your preferred date, number of guests and what you’re planning, and our team will come back to you with options.


Give the Gift of Howies

Looking for a Christmas gift for someone special?

Give them the gift of a meal at Howies or Scotts Kitchen with a Howies gift voucher. Perfect for friends, family, colleagues or clients and they can choose when to enjoy it.

Booking for the Festive Season

To make a booking for the festive season, please contact your chosen venue directly.

Howies Festive Opening Hours

Please note that we are closed on Christmas Day. Our full festive opening hours will be announced soon.

Howies Waterloo

Christmas Eve: 11.30am – 2.30pm and 5.15pm – last booking 8pm.

Christmas Day: Closed

Boxing Day: 11.30am – 2.30pm and 5.15pm – 10pm

27th to 30th Dec: Open as usual

31st Dec: 11.30am – 2.30pm and 5.15pm -last booking at 8pm, restaurant closes at 10.30pm

1st Jan: 12noon – 2.30pm and 5.15pm – 10pm

2nd Jan: Open as usual

Howies Victoria

Christmas Eve: 12 noon – 2.30pm and 5.30pm – last booking 8pm, restaurant closed for 10pm

Christmas Day: Closed

26th to 30th Dec: 12noon – 2.30pm and 5.30pm – 10pm

31st Dec: 12noon – 2.30pm and 5.30pm – last booking 8pm, restaurant closes at 10.30pm

1st Jan: 12noon – 2.30pm and 5.30pm – 10pm

2 Jan: Open as usual

Scotts Kitchen

Christmas Eve: 9am – 5pm

Christmas Day: Closed

Boxing Day: 10am-7pm

27th Dec to 4th Jan: 9am – 7pm

5th Jan: Open as usual

*Note Scotts Kitchen is available for private hire in the evenings.