Manahatta Edinburgh, Downstairs Private Bar

I was really excited to celebrate my birthday at Manahhata after seeing all the hype about it on Instagram. I booked a table well in advance, especially since it was for a special occasion. Unfortunately, the experience didn’t live up to expectations. When we arrived, the guy at the front desk told us our table wasn’t ready and that we’d have to wait. We ended up waiting around 20 minutes, only to have to chase down one of the bartenders ourselves to check if our table was ready. When we were finally seated, they placed us at the first table right next to the door. I was shocked because I had noted in my booking that it was a special occasion and even received email confirmation acknowledging it. I asked the bartender if there were any other options, explaining I was hoping for a table further inside, but she insisted there was "zero chance" of moving. However, all the waiting time I noticed another table available further in and pointed it out— and only then she realized it had a card with my name on it. That was the table we were supposed to have the whole time! This left me questioning the organization and professionalism of the staff, especially given the 20-minute delay and poor communication. However wanna say a huge thanks for Anna who was serving our table and was very professional,welcoming and saved the overall evening experience ! Conclusion: Social media made its job and influence to come but there is so many better places around Edinburgh and I wouldn’t be back again.