The Bon Vivant

The Bon Vivant Creating The Bon Vivant experience since 2008. Bon Vivant: n. pl.
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CLASS Magazine Restaurant Bar of the Year 2018 & 2019
Tales of the Cocktail Top 10 International Restaurant Bar 2019

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We have taken the difficult decision to close Bon Vivant. Despite the commitment of our team and the loyalty of our gues...
01/12/2025

We have taken the difficult decision to close Bon Vivant. Despite the commitment of our team and the loyalty of our guests, growing economic pressures mean that continuing to trade is no longer commercially viable. We have chosen to close now to
give our customers as much time as possible to make alternative arrangements for the Christmas period.

Provision has been made to return all customer deposits in full, and our team is contacting affected bookings to arrange refunds and assist with rebooking at alternative venues. We are deeply grateful for the support we have received over the years.

28/11/2025

Four bites, one sparkle ✨🥂

£18 per person, Monday–Friday. Choose any four bites and we’ll pour a glass of house champagne. Quick cuts, crisp bubbles, cosy vibes, the Bon Vivant way.

Book via the link in our bio.

Festive spirit, poured into every glass.From whisky-led warmth to spiced and sparkling twists, our Christmas cocktails a...
26/11/2025

Festive spirit, poured into every glass.

From whisky-led warmth to spiced and sparkling twists, our Christmas cocktails are made for cosy nights and good cheer. Whether you’re toasting the season or just escaping the chill, we’ve got something to keep you glowing.

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Save room for the good part.Warm spices, winter citrus and a little crunch, our festive desserts are worth a toast. ...
24/11/2025

Save room for the good part.

Warm spices, winter citrus and a little crunch, our festive desserts are worth a toast.

Hogmanay plans, sorted.Book your New Year’s Eve at The Bon Vivant before we fill up. Choose our early dinner from 5pm (f...
21/11/2025

Hogmanay plans, sorted.

Book your New Year’s Eve at The Bon Vivant before we fill up. Choose our early dinner from 5pm (five courses, £75 per person, tables until 7:30pm). Currently our later sitting is sold out.

£20 per person deposit on booking, full pre-payment due Wed 10 December. Reserve via the link below.

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Bright, zesty and made for lingering lunches: cured mackerel with tabbouleh, crisp daikon, lemon, sumac & pomegranate. P...
21/11/2025

Bright, zesty and made for lingering lunches: cured mackerel with tabbouleh, crisp daikon, lemon, sumac & pomegranate. Part of our lunch menu, 2 courses for £19.

Book via the link below.

https://bit.ly/3G86hI3

Silky custard, caramelised sugar and a whisper of orange & whisky, our festive crème brûlée is the sweetest finish to a ...
05/11/2025

Silky custard, caramelised sugar and a whisper of orange & whisky, our festive crème brûlée is the sweetest finish to a Bon Vivant evening.

Simple, elegant, and here for the season on our Festive Menu (24 Nov–24 Dec).

Book your table via the link below.

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Christmas, the Bon Vivant way.From 24 Nov – 24 Dec, our festive menus return: £40pp for three courses, served 12:00pm ti...
03/11/2025

Christmas, the Bon Vivant way.

From 24 Nov – 24 Dec, our festive menus return: £40pp for three courses, served 12:00pm till 3:45 and then again 4:00pm until 9:15pm. Parties of ≤5 may choose À La Carte or the Festive Menu; groups of 6+ dine from our Festive Set Menu.

Fancy fizz? Add a glass of champagne on arrival for £9pp.

Reservations are now open. Book your December table via the link in our bio.

No tricks, just treats 🎃Candlelit corners, generous pours and plates made for sharing, settle in for Halloween at The Bo...
31/10/2025

No tricks, just treats 🎃

Candlelit corners, generous pours and plates made for sharing, settle in for Halloween at The Bon Vivant and let the night linger.

Book via the link below.

https://bit.ly/3G86hI3

Charcuterie & a Sommelier’s Choice, £45, every day 🍷Enjoy our small sharing board, complete with the chef’s daily pick o...
29/10/2025

Charcuterie & a Sommelier’s Choice, £45, every day 🍷

Enjoy our small sharing board, complete with the chef’s daily pick of charcuterie meats & cheeses. Accompanied with house pickles, olives & cornichons, sourdough, oatcakes, crackers, oil, balsamic and whipped butter, paired with a bottle from our sommelier’s selection.

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Four Bites & Champagne for £18 per person, Monday to Friday.Pick any four bites from our menu, from truffled hash brown ...
24/10/2025

Four Bites & Champagne for £18 per person, Monday to Friday.

Pick any four bites from our menu, from truffled hash brown to salmon tartare or fried chicken thigh and we’ll pour you a glass of our house champagne. Perfect for after-work catch-ups or a pre-dinner treat.

Book via the link below.

https://bit.ly/3G86hI3

Settle into a lingering lunch at the Bon Vivant with 2 courses for £19, Wednesday to Friday.Choose any two courses: star...
20/10/2025

Settle into a lingering lunch at the Bon Vivant with 2 courses for £19, Wednesday to Friday.

Choose any two courses: starter + main or main + dessert.

Start with heritage tomatoes & basil, a haggis cigar with whisky sauce, or smoked salmon with crème fraîche, then follow with pork schnitzel, tagliatelle & burrata, or cured mackerel.

Prefer something sweet instead of a starter? Think pistachio crème brûlée, eton mess, or chocolate & popcorn crémeux.

Book via the link below.

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Address

55 Thistle Street
Edinburgh
EH21DY

Opening Hours

Monday 4pm - 11pm
Tuesday 4pm - 11pm
Wednesday 12pm - 11pm
Thursday 12pm - 11pm
Friday 12pm - 12am
Saturday 12pm - 12am
Sunday 12pm - 11pm

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Become a true bon vivant.

Bon Vivant: n. pl. bons vi·vants (bô v-vä) A person with refined taste, especially one who enjoys superb food and drink.

The Bon Vivant was opened in September 2008 by Stuart McCluskey, with an idea to create an environment that was similar to those found on the continent; where dining is often informal and casual yet of a very high standard.

Our food philosophy is a selection of simple but well executed dishes that focus on flavour and quality produce. We do as the Europeans do, eat small but with thought. Whether you fancy a bottle of Champagne, a pint, or a wee dram with friends, The Bon Vivant aims to cater for all tastes. We are open 12pm – 1am. Food served daily 12pm – 10pm (Sunday till 9pm).