What's the atmosphere like? The classy lines of the former Scottish Power building have been retained.
Inside, it has a tardis effect and is much more spacious than you would imagine. This bright split-level space has become the epicentre of hip culture and even features ground-breaking jazz
Describe the decor: With light cascading in from every angle, glass, wood and chrome dominate.
There are fabulous comfort zones too, in dark leathers. The perimeters are kitted out with tables and chairs to allow small groups a bit of space. Both downstairs and on the upper level, sections are reserved for eating.
Who drinks here? It attracts a Bohemian mix of arty types, music lovers, fashion followers and business people who love its refreshing music policy. The lunchtime crowd tends to be anyone in need of an escape from the daily grind. At night, jazz lovers who crave live music get just that each Saturday when Edinburgh's Criterion Jazz Band blow in for a session
What about the staff? Owners Brian and Fiona Kane have turned Glasshaus into a unique venue. Sandra Truesdale manages the day- to-day running with head chef Richard Fleming and his assistant John Donnelly keeping on top of culinary requirements and there are also a host of others
Is the food any good? Food is served all day. Soup of the day or 'haus' pate, oatcakes and Cumberland sauce are popular starters (£2.95). Braised shoulder steak with brandy sauce (£8.95), salad with mussels and crayfish (£8.25) or salad of prawns in a black bean and tomato sauce with Thai 'slaw (£8.95) are popular mains. The a la carte selection features tasty treats such as guinea fowl and black pudding terrine served with spiced plum chutney and a pommery mustard dressing (£5.25) and chargrilled duck with sea salt and vegetable broth served with truffle oil and rosemary (£15.50
