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Ricks returns to Edinburgh as iconic venue reclaims original name
One of Edinburgh's most iconic hospitality venues is making a comeback, with Ricks returning to Frederick Street on 31 October 2026 following a major refurbishment by the Montpeliers Group.
Formerly operating as Rabble, the restaurant, bar and ten-bedroom boutique hotel will reclaim its original name, bringing back one of Edinburgh’s most distinctive independent hospitality destinations.
First opened in 2000, Ricks earned international recognition, named among Condé Nast Traveller’s 25 coolest places to stay in its first year and later ranked among the world’s top 100 bars.
Sean Weeraratna, Managing Director of Montpeliers Group, explains:
“The comeback is less about reinvention and more about remembering what Ricks always was: a proper independent Edinburgh restaurant and bar with rooms. Somewhere you come for the food, stay for another drink and don’t want to leave.”
At the heart of the relaunch is a menu by Group Executive Chef Ross Giamblanco, championing seasonal British produce and trusted local suppliers, including John Gilmour Butchers, Cumbrae Oysters and hand-picked crab from Tarbert.
Open from 7.30am for breakfast, Ricks will serve everything from relaxed lunches to dinner, alongside a drinks list curated by General Manager Josh Ramsay; expect expertly made classics, creative signature cocktails such as the Ricks Modern Martini and Grasshopper 2.0, selected wines and a considered draught beer offering.
With its ten refurbished bedrooms completing the experience, Ricks is once again set to be the ‘place to be’ in Edinburgh, amongst locals as well as visitors.
Ricks returns as part of Montpeliers Group - an independent Edinburgh hospitality group that has been part of the city's social life for over two decades
Opening Times
Ricks will reopen on 31 October 2026 and will be open every day from 7.30am - 1am.
Breakfast: 7.30am – 11.30am
Lunch: 12pm – 4.30pm
Dinner: 5pm – 10pm
Bar: 12pm – 1am
Online reservations are currently open at ricksedinburgh.com
