The History of Ducks
Duck's restaurant was started in Eyre Place in Edinburgh in 1991, when I, Malcolm, left the Royal Marines. It was originally called Le Marché Noir and had a very gaelic feel - even the menu was in French. Duck's was added to the name in 1996 and the menu moved into English allowing the chefs a little more room to express themselves. Duck's closed in 2009 after 20 years with an international reputation, a Wine Spectator honoured wine list, entries in most major guide books and a Bib Gourmand in the Michelin Guide. Duck's closed the Edinburgh restaurant to concentrate on Duck's in Aberlady.
Duck's moved at the beginning of December 09 into what was the old function room, which has been completely revamped by local/regular John Trainer. Duck's has now really come to life with glowing candles, white linen, comfy leather chairs in the dining room, an anteroom for predinner drinks complete with cocktail bar and on the other side an outside patio for the summer. The dining room and the anteroom are partitioned by a wall with sliding doors so it is still possible to do large groups or functions.
Please call us on 01875 870682 or email us at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it to book a meal at Donald's bar/bistro.
We also run a bus for free pick ups within 10 miles for parties of 4 to 8.
