Edinburgh to welcome The Captain Darling

The Edinburgh neighbourhood of Stockbridge is set to welcome a new pub and restaurant to Hamilton Place at the end of May.

Part of The Òir Group, The Captain Darling will see Edinburgh chef Scott Smith (pictured right) lead the food. 

The former chef patron of Edinburgh’s multi-award-winning restaurant Fhior has just started a new chapter in his culinary career, providing hospitality businesses like The Captain Darling with bespoke catering solutions.

As part of its plans to open seven days a week from lunchtime until late, the team behind The Captain Darling has created a classic pub venue with dedicated bar space. A separate dining area will have an all-day modern pub style menu. 

The Òir Group

The Òir Group, led by John Howard (pictured left), is an independent hospitality company that has operated restaurants like Bodega and Lucky Yu within the city for over a decade, with The Captain Darling being the first in a series of openings lined up over the next nine months for the group.

"With The Captain Darling, we want to create a proper pub in the heart of Stockbridge – somewhere that feels part of the neighbourhood from day one," says Howard. "It’s going to be a place people can rely on, whether they’re dropping in for a quick pint, catching up with friends, or sitting down for a good meal.

"We will be open seven days a week with a relaxed, welcoming vibe and a strong bar and food menu at its core. Great drinks, quality food, friendly service, a bit of atmosphere – and yes, dogs are always welcome."

Image: Alix McIntosh 

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