Chef patron of Edinburgh’s Aizle restaurant, Stuart Ralston has announced his plans to open a new city centre venture this August. In contrast to Aizle, the new restaurant, Noto will be located in the heart of Edinburgh’s New Town on Thistle Street (on the site that was previously Iris) and offer all day casual dining in smart surroundings. Noto is named after Stuart’s late friend and well-known New York eccentric and man about town Bob Noto. Bob took Stuart under his wing when he first arrived in the Big Apple to work for Gordon Ramsay, introducing him to the vibrant restaurant scene. Noto will pay homage to the cuisines that Stuart experienced (mostly after hours) in the city.
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Set to open early to mid-August Noto will offer all-day a la carte dining from late morning Wednesday – Sunday. Like the New York dining scene, the menu will feature an international repertoire of small and large dishes, as well as daily specials and brunch options. The interior will focus on creating a light and bright fresh space utilising the natural stone walls and plenty of plants. The dining area will seat up to 40 and a separate bar area will have 10 seats to enjoy pre and post dining drinks.
