Badger & Co.

Badger & Co., seasonal Scottish cuisine in Kenneth Grahame's former home

Badger & Co. is a restaurant and bar located at 32 Castle Street, Edinburgh, in what was the home of writer Kenneth Grahame, author of The Wind in the Willows. This explains the venue's name and its décor, inspired by the book, and forms part of the identity that the establishment itself highlights in its presentation.

The food offering is defined as a regional Scottish larder interpreted with a modern twist. The venue explains that its menu pays homage to the country's culinary heritage through native ingredients, traditional cooking techniques and classic flavour profiles, reimagined in a contemporary way.

Menus and food offering

The restaurant structures its offering around a seasonal menu that the establishment presents as its new chapter, with menus available to view on its website. The kitchen relies on local Scottish produce and revisited traditional recipes.

Cocktails and drinks

Cocktails are one of the venue's focal points, and it cites the Water Rat from The Wind in the Willows to champion the pleasure of making cocktails. In addition to its own creations, the drinks offering includes craft and local beers, wines, spirits and soft drinks.

Private events and spaces

Badger & Co. has a private dining room located below the bar, described as a spacious and discreet space with capacity for up to twelve guests. The venue also offers the possibility of booking the entire restaurant and the courtyard for private use. Among its unique spaces is a hidden sunken garden and views of the castle.

Practical information for your visit

• Under-18s are welcome with a responsible adult until 10pm.
• Last food orders are served at 9.45pm.
• Dogs are welcome in the bar, lounge and Castle Street terrace.
• No reservation required: walk-ins are always welcome.
• For bookings of ten or more, the venue asks that you contact them directly.

Gift vouchers and reservations

The restaurant sells gift vouchers redeemable at the venue, available through the Edinburgh's Flavour website. Reservations can be made online and the establishment maintains a mailing list to communicate news, offers and events, including Christmas offerings and coverage of the Six Nations rugby tournament.

Location and contact

32 Castle Street, Edinburgh, EH2 3HT · Phone: 0131 226 5430