This November, W Hotels Worldwide, part of Marriott Bonvoy’s portfolio of 31 brands, is set to bring energy and flair to the city’s lively culinary scene with the highly anticipated opening of W Edinburgh. Bookings for the three hero dining outlets are open now HERE for tables from 14th November.
The new hotel will bring a playful twist on Scottish culinary culture with three innovative dining concepts. The top floors and panoramic terraces of the hotel will be home to the country’s first SUSHISAMBA restaurant alongside a buzzing iteration of the W Lounge, and Brazilian-inspired speakeasy cocktail bar named Joao’s Place.
SUSHISAMBA
SUSHISAMBA, born of the energy and spirit of the three distinct cultures of Japan, Brazil and Peru, will be bringing its imaginative cuisine to W Edinburgh. From Japanese tempura and exquisite sushi, to Brazilian churrasco and moqueca, to Peruvian anticuchos and seviches, the culinary creativity is limitless with something for every palate. The ever-evolving menu will feature a selection of SUSHISAMBA signatures among new Edinburgh specialties incorporating the finest local Scottish produce. The open kitchen and fiery robata grill offer brilliantly roasted and flavored meats, vegetables and fish, while SUSHISAMBA’s small plate style of service encourages a “shared” dining experience.
Inspired by Scotland’s bountiful selection of produce, SUSHISAMBA Edinburgh specialties will include robata grilled Highland Wagyu Flat Iron with honey soy, Loch Fyne Oysters Teriyaki, and the Samba Edinburgh Roll location’s namesake specialty roll.
Complementing the menu is the impressive cocktail list, a curated collection of premium sake and a Scottish and Japanese whiskys.
The dynamic interiors will feature a stunning dining room, and an outdoor terrace with sweeping views of Edinburgh’s skyline, private dining room with a bespoke mural by local artist while SUSHISAMBA’s signature orange tree sculpture will take root in the bar and welcome guests as they enter the space, creating a highly discoverable destination for cuisine, music, and design from day to night.
W LOUNGE
The destination W Lounge will serve as the social epicentre of the hotel, reimagining Gaelic cuisine and rewarding guests with the finest unfettered and unrivalled 360-degree views of Edinburgh. Transcending day to night, the sharing concept menu and cocktails will focus on using the best produce from Scotland, Ireland & Wales. On the open-air rooftop W Deck, custom igloos will allow guests to enjoy the breath-taking views of the city no matter the weather. Moving inside, the all-day dining venue offers comfortable lounge decor coupled with a convivial atmosphere.
Dishes to be served in the new sleek club-style dining space have many nods to the city’s famous flavours and produce and include; Grilled West Coast Razor Clams with Seaweed & Citrus Butter, Perthshire Venison Loin with Celeriac, Scottish Girolle, Brambles and Whisky Jus and XL Scottish Rarebit. Entries on the Sweets menu include a delightful signature: Baked Ben Nevis.
W Lounge will also offer an inventive cocktail menu that leans into the myths and creatures of the Gaelic nations, which is also reflected in the design of the space. Tipples on offer include Èiridh – The Rising (Plum Teeling Poitin, Pear Eau de Vie, Peychaud Bitters, Lemon & Scottish Honey Cordial) and Ùrachadh – Awakening (Highland Park 12, Treacle Cordial, Coffee, Cream & Flamed Spices).
JOAO’S PLACE
Finally, guests and visitors to W Edinburgh alike will be offered the opportunity to discover Joao’s Place. A secret speakeasy offering incredible Brazilian-inspired cocktails, Joao’s is an intimate apartment-like space inspired by the São Paulo neighbourhood of Liberdade.
A first of its kind, Joao’s Place will act as a new destination for the best in pioneering mixology in Edinburgh, offering an enviable menu of premium spirits and curated closed-loop cocktails. The space itself is inviting, warm and humble, with low lighting and curated lounge music with a Brazilian twist playing from a vinyl selection. Guests are set to enjoy the intimate atmosphere from relaxed couches, tableside, or at the bar, alongside a spacious terrace with outdoor fire features and stunning views of the city.
“We can’t wait to unveil W Edinburgh’s dining concepts and welcome SUSHISAMBA to the city. The acclaimed restaurant will offer our guests and visitors a Japanese, Brazilian, and Peruvian gastronomic experience unlike anything else in Edinburgh, in parallel with our unique 360-panoramic terrace views. Our aim is to celebrate the city’s culture and history – as you’ll see through our W Lounge menu – but also offer brand new horizons for locals and visitors alike” said Ken Millar, General Manager at W Edinburgh.
W Edinburgh invites guests to embark on a culinary adventure to honour the city and discover it anew, where they can enjoy the unexpected and make meaningful gastronomic memories that will last a lifetime. It is located in the heart of city’s newest neighbourhood, St James Quarter, a stylish lifestyle district where guests can benefit from world-class retail on their doorstep and immerse themselves in the best that Edinburgh has to offer in all aspects of their visit.
Book now HERE for tables from 14th November, or follow on Instagram or Facebook for further pre-opening updates.
Source: Edinburgh Chamber of Commerce
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