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Karen's Unicorn

8b Abercromby Place | New Town, Edinburgh EH3 6LB, Scotland
0131 556 6333
Ranked #18 of 1,095 restaurants in Edinburgh
4.5 of 5 stars 218 Reviews
Cuisines: Chinese
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Good for: Romantic, Business, Special Occasion Dining, Entertaining clients
Dining options: Lunch Spot, Dinner, Reservations, Takeout, Delivery, After-hours, Dessert
Neighbourhood: Stockbridge
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Edinburgh
Senior Reviewer
7 reviews 7 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 May 2012 NEW

A warm welcome followed by fantastic food. The service was excellent from beging to end. The kids were very impressed with the hot towels for sticky fingers!

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See 6 more reviews by Carol S for Edinburgh
Edinburgh, United Kingdom
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17 reviews 17 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 May 2012

Quite small but good food. Nice choice and pleasant staff

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Edinburgh, United Kingdom
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16 reviews 16 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 May 2012

I remember this restaurant once had the honour of being top rated on here, but after a visit at the end of last year with a bunch of foodie companions I don't see what the fuss is about. The food was nice enough, but only marginally better than what you'd get at your local Chinese restaurant.

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See 8 more reviews by jporter21 for Edinburgh
Edinburgh, United Kingdom
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23 reviews 23 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2012

Food was above average with Asian restaurants in Edinburgh. There is plenty of choice and the service was quick. We also had takeaway from them and again everything was quick and decently priced. I would say the two downsides is that like a lot of places in Edinburgh parking can be a problem, also the place is very small inside,... More

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EDINBURGH
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17 reviews 17 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2012

We have deliveries from here every weekend and it never fails to disappoint. Quite expensive compared to other chinese restaurants in Edinburgh but definitely worth the money. Also visited the Restaurant on many occassions - service and atmosphere is second to none!

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See 15 more reviews by REBECCA M for Edinburgh
Galashiels, United Kingdom
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67 reviews 67 reviews
Reviews in 19 cities Reviews in 19 cities
15 helpful votes 15 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2012

Visited on a busy Friday evening, with a group of ex-colleagues, all veterans of many Chinese restaurants in and around Edinburgh. We all agreed this is one of the best we've had. Starting with atmosphere, for a busy evening, the background music was turned down enougb so that the main noise was the buzz of people talking. Although this was... More

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Edinburgh, United Kingdom
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14 reviews 14 reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
27 helpful votes 27 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 May 2012 via mobile

Just visited the restaurant with 7 other friends and had a great meal. The service was great and the food was fantastic. Possibly the best Chinese meal I've ever had. All of my friends felt the same way and I'm sure we'll all be back again.

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Charleston, South Carolina
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22 reviews 22 reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 May 2012

Wow... my wife and I had two great meals at Karen's Unicorn during out stay in Edinburgh. Fantastic food at great prices and the staff are super as well.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 May 2012 via mobile
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Nice food and fast delivery! the delivery gentleman alway wears nice and smart suits with tie, excellent service!

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Nottingham, England, United Kingdom
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9 reviews 9 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 May 2012

Nice location and decor. The service was excellent and we really enjoyed the food

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