The Edinburgh Hotel

The Edinburgh Hotel, known locally as The Ed, is an independently and locally owned pub in Mitcham with roots reaching back to 1869. It brings together several ways to eat, drink and gather, making it suited to both a casual stop and a planned occasion. The hotel’s food is prepared on site using seasonal produce sourced locally where possible, with attention to ethical sourcing and a range of dietary requirements. Families are catered for with a children’s menu, while the restaurant offers full table service and views towards the surrounding hotel garden.

There is a choice of settings depending on the occasion. The Front Bar is positioned as a practical option for a quick, budget-friendly meal, while the Garden and bar areas offer all-day snacks alongside drinks. The Pavilion is a bright, glass-enclosed room overlooking the garden and provides a more intimate setting for dinner or a celebration. The venue also has an extensive, changing selection of beer, wine and spirits, with a particular focus on South Australian producers as well as selected interstate and international bottles.

The Ed’s connection with Edinburgh Cellars adds another point of difference. Guests can browse the hotel’s bottle shop for a special bottle to enjoy with a restaurant booking, with the venue also offering a cellar list featuring distinctive and well-known wines. This makes the hotel relevant for a relaxed drink, a meal with friends or a more considered dinner, without relying on one single style of experience.

Functions are a major part of the offering, with spaces for birthdays, christenings, engagements, work gatherings, social events, wakes, conferences and other celebrations. The Ed Garden can accommodate larger groups, while the High Street Room and Victorian Room are designed for seated or cocktail-style events. The Private Dining Room suits small seated dinners and meetings for up to 20 people, and the Pavilion provides a larger garden-facing option. With several room types and group dining formats, The Ed is particularly well placed for families, celebrations, workplace gatherings and groups looking to stay in Mitcham.