Tang's

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Tang's Japanese restaurant is one of Edinburgh’s best kept-secrets, offering aesthetically pleasing and delicately delicious dishes at great prices.

Situated behind Greyfriars Bobby, Tangs offers credit-crunch-busting lunch deals without compromising on quality. The bento boxes are a must. If you can’t decide between teriyaki chicken and sushi, why not have both with the Ichian bento? Dessert fans, meanwhile, should check out the Maccha Crème Brulee. or the traditional red bean and sticky rice Mochi.

The staff are unfailingly courteous and friendly, and the décor—while some might call it sparse—lends itself to a zen atmosphere, and a welcome respite from the festival crowds.