SWANSTON BRASSERIE

Locally sourced seasonal food, served in a relaxed atmosphere with stunning views of the Pentland Hills & Edinburgh.

Our Story

Opened in 2007, Swanston Farm’s public Brasserie beholds fantastic views from its vantage point, overlooking Edinburgh, the Pentland Hills, Firth of Forth and towards the distant East Lothian beaches. Open daily (with the exception of Christmas Day), our Brasserie offers something for everyone.

Perfect for a hearty breakfast, a pre-stroll lunch, delicious coffee and cake, a family get together or a romantic dinner as well as a superb events space for weddings and corporate entertainment. You’ll find Swanston Brasserie offers a great space to relax, dine and socialise.

This is series of three photographs side by side. The left hand photo is a colour photo of a coffee-making machine pouring coffee in to 2 white china cups. This was taken at Swanston Brasserie, Edinburgh. The middle photo is a colour photo taken of Swanston Brasserie in the winter sunshine. The silver metal sign reading 'Swanston Brasserie' is in the foreground just on the edge of the green grass border next to a paving stone path and behind that there are steps leading up to the first tee on the golf course. In the background is the Swanston Brasserie building with its stone-clad ground floor and white-clad top floor with a dark grey slate roof. There is blue sky above that in the background as well as lots of tall trees. The sun, which is out of the picture to the right, has created some sun rays coming in to the picture from the right, creating a very pleasing golden effect. The right hand photo is of a plate of battered haddock and chips with peas and a small round pot of homemade tartar sauce. The photo was taken at Swanston Brasserie and is in colour. The fish is enormous and covers most of the chips!

Fresh Food, not Fast Food

Our dishes are freshly prepared and where possible, we use ingredients sourced from local producers and seasonally from our 700 acre farm, including our own eggs.

We have a fully-stocked bar, including local draft and craft bottled beers as well as a range of coffee options and delicious speciality teas, a variety of soft drinks and non-alcoholic beers.  Set on the first floor with disabled access and a lift, everyone is welcome. There is plenty of free parking and easy access, which means less stress and no limits on the time you want to spend with us.

Families welcome!

We warmly welcome families, children and buggies.  Buggies can be bought up to the Brasserie in the lift and our staff will seat you at the best table available at the time that gives you, your buggies and surrounding customers plenty of room.  Please note that at peak times our staff may request that your buggies are parked away from your table if possible, to avoid congestion or trip hazards.  We have a number of high-chairs available which can be pre-booked (at no charge) for your table and a great children’s menu available for those little appetites.  Many of the staff at the Brasserie have children of their own, so please do ask if you need help with anything during your visit.

Weddings & Events

Swanston Brasserie is also able to offer exclusive or shared-use of the venue, to host your own private event, including Christenings, weddings, funeral wakes, a drinks reception on our terrace overlooking the fairway and the Pentland Hills, a corporate event or your office Christmas party. The space available here is relaxed, flexible and your event will benefit from our accumulative decades of experience in catering and events.

Braille, Audio & Large Print Menus

Swanston Brasserie has a braille menu, audio menu and large print menu, with staff trained as Sighted Guides for blind or visually impaired customers.  Wheelchair access is available and Assistance Dogs welcomed.  The Audio menu is available to listen to here.  For all other accessible menus, please ask a member of staff upon arrival.

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To make a booking, please either call us or email us.

(Please note; we are unable to take bookings via Facebook, Twitter or Instagram).
To make a booking, please email us at: brasserie@swanston.co.uk or call us on: 0131 445 2239 (then choose option 2)

Swanston Brasserie is owned and operated by Swanston Farm Ltd.

Assistance Dogs are welcome in the Brasserie and water bowls can be provided upon request.

We do not permit pet dogs inside the Brasserie or on the balconies, however dogs are very welcome with customers at the picnic tables outside on the grass area.

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“On the 22nd September, 2018, the Swanston Brasserie hosted a truly wonderful wedding reception for my daughter and her husband. Heartfelt thanks, great respect and praise belong with the Manager, Wylie, and his team. Every step of the way, time and care were taken to ensure the reception would be a very true to the couple occasion. And it was, and then some. The planning and preparation were exemplary and led us to a reception which was perfect in the ways we had hoped for, as well as in ways we had not even dreamed of.  The joyful, relaxed atmosphere of the wedding ceremony continued beautifully into the Brasserie. It was in our ideal setting, nestling into the Pentland Hills with breath taking views across Edinburgh. This was particularly special because a number of our guests had come from far flung places.  The amazing service we had over the course of the evening was second to none. It was friendly, warm, well-timed and unobtrusive. The meal was of excellent quality, delicious and enjoyed by all the guests.  Although I have tried to, I do not think I could ever sing the Swanston Brasserie’s praises enough. Thank you for giving Christina and Manaba, along with their families and friends, a wedding reception with such happy memories to treasure for evermore.”

“I just wanted to drop you a line to thank you and your team for the wonderful afternoon tea you organised for my mother’s 90th birthday.  You completely surpassed what we expected!  We thought there would be some scones and cake but you provided the most delicious array of sandwiches, wraps, cakes, etc – my mother and her friends were delighted.   It was one of the best afternoon teas we have ever had.  We would also like to thank the very charming waiter who was allocated to look after us – he was so helpful and lovely. Thanks again –  it is much appreciated and made an elderly lady very happy.”