Places to eat & drink

Places To Eat

Musselburgh Racecourse offers a great selection of places to eat and drink. Take a break from the racing action and visit one of our restaurants, bars or cafe located around the racecourse whilst keeping an eye on the racing TV screens.

Bistro

The Harris Tweed Bistro & Bar

Experience our NEW Harris Tweed Bistro & Bar which is located on the upper floor of our historic Grandstand. Its location has panoramic views across the finish line.

Our bistro menu focuses on fresh, locally sourced ingredients and showcases our bistro favourites including our infamous Fish and Chips sourced from Eyemouth harbour, mouth-watering Balmoral chicken, a classic Carvery, and traditional Scottish steak pie. Choose from one, two or three courses as well as lighter snacks and delicious home baking. Once you have finished your meal, you can retire to our Harris Tweed Bar located on our first floor, overlooking the Pommery Lawn. It is the perfect place to unwind, after your meal. View our sample menu, click here.

We recommend booking tables in advance. To book your table on a raceday (available from Easter Saturday 2024), call 0131 665 2859. A £10 deposit per person will be required. Suitable for groups up to 10.

Each booking will be made for 1.5hrs after which guests will be able to enjoy The Harris Tweed Bar or enjoy the racing from the grandstand. 

Cafes

Bars & Cafes

Cafe 1816 has been recently refurbished and offers stylish surroundings to enjoy a refreshing tea or speciality coffee, sandwiches, paninnis, hot soup, baking & patisserie.

The Pommery Champagne Bar is a stylish bar offering cocktails, fine wine and Pommery Champagne and is ideal for a celebration with an outdoor lawn area. Dizzy's Bar and Freddies Bar provide panoramic views of the racetrack and Le Garcon d'Or Bar is on the first floor of the Grandstand with views over the Parade Ring. The Rockavon Bar is the place to experience true racing banter and is conveniently located next to the Betting Shop.

On the Go

On the Go

Quality food, snack and drinks outlets are located around the Racecourse and by the Picnic areas.

Regular favourites include Musselburgh based Lucas and their freshly-made ice cream; Well Hung & Tender serving up Aberdeen Angus Beef Burgers with a choice of toppings and of course our famous Fish & Chips - simply the best.