Edinburgh business news and views - Edinburgh Live Published: 15 January 2026 Reading time: 5 min read frontpageNews Find all the latest Edinburgh business news and views from Edinburgh Live here16:16, 15 JAN 2026'Our Edinburgh neighbourhood has been taken over by big chains - we must act now'Bruntsfield Links'We are now completely sandwiched between all these big chains including Black Sheep Coffee'BookmarkBeloved Edinburgh restaurant to be replaced with popular steakhouse chainRestaurants in EdinburghEdinburgh Live understands that the owners of the the bar and grill, Gary and Anne, decided to close the eatery as they looked forward to semi-retirement.BookmarkEdinburgh 'witch crafts' store moving into Leith Walk this yearBusinessWheel of Fate, currently located at 63 Causewayside in Newington, is moving into a premises previously occupied by Little Plaza on Leith Walk.BookmarkPlans for Edinburgh to be new UK base for cutting edge deep space tech companyBusinessRhea Space Activity (RSA) UK Ltd has lodged an application with Edinburgh Council to move into Fountainbridge's Lower Gilmore Place.BookmarkBeloved West Lothian charity shop shuts 'for good' as staff issue heartbreaking announcementBathgateStaff at HomeAid West Lothian announced the closure of their shop on Gideon Street in Broxburn.BookmarkEdinburgh Princes Street Yo! Sushi restaurant closes suddenly as windows blacked outRestaurants in EdinburghIt is understood that the eatery was open last weekend to customers, but on Monday, January 5, the doors were locked.BookmarkEdinburgh locals gutted as owners of popular restaurant announce sudden closureBusinessA popular Edinburgh business has announced they will be closing down in the south of the capital. They thanked their customers and staff for supporting them over the past 12 years.BookmarkEdinburgh shoppers queue for highly anticipated charity shop event as collectables hit shelvesStockbridgeFeaturing a range of collectable items up for grabs, including Valentino and Jimmy Choo, it's no surprise collectors and fashion fans alike flocked to the Raeburn Place store.BookmarkWe took on Edinburgh's 'biggest nachos' challenge and were definitely humbledFood and DrinkI headed along to Indigo Yard in the West End to try their Nacho Munro - a mountain of tortilla chips, cheddar cheese, mozzarella, chilli, sour cream, guacamole and jalapenos weighing in at a mighty 3kg.BookmarkWe tried Edinburgh tarot and energy healing and it left a lasting impressionHealthI received a top-tier tarot reading and energy healing from Jade Mordente who founded Calm and Chaos, located in Trinity.BookmarkEdinburgh Harry Potter cafΓ© The Elephant House officially reopens after four yearsBusinessDelighted fans took to the comments to offer their congratulations and well wishes.BookmarkMoment Edinburgh gang target charitable scheme shop causing thousands in damageCrimeZahid Iqbal said the attempted break-in was devastating and the financial impact of the incident will be hard felt.BookmarkBig-hearted Edinburgh shopkeeper makes sure 'no one is forgotten' at ChristmasEdinburgh NewsIncluded in the care packages were a variety of items such as Christmas decorations, mince pies, juice and selection boxes amongst many other products.BookmarkThe Edinburgh businesses we lost in 2025 from beloved shops to long-standing pubsBusinessAs the capital's pub and restaurant scene continues to be one of the most envied with plenty of incredible spots, a large number of venues will be missed going into 2026.BookmarkWe revisited the worst hotel in Edinburgh to see if anything had changedBusinessWhen I was asked to try out the 'worst-rated hotel' in Edinburgh - I was apprehensive to say the least.BookmarkMidlothian Post Office to open doors for lonely customers on Christmas dayChristmasThey made the decision after becoming aware that many in their community were struggling with loneliness. They said they did not want anyone to be on their own in the community.BookmarkHeart-breaking moment Edinburgh business 'raided by hooded gang' before ChristmasCrimeThe local business was reportedly targeted last weekend by a gang of four masked youths who took items of stock from a storage container.BookmarkEdinburgh man uses 'crowbar' to target family run soft play days before ChristmasCrimeDuring the disturbance, the male is understood to have broken a front panel window as they wrestled for over a minute with the entrance door.BookmarkInspiring Edinburgh entrepreneur tells of how 'difficult times' led to resilienceBusinessVeenoo Sharma, who has recently been appointed roles on the Commonwealth Businesswomen's Network, feels the 'difficult times' her family have been through contributed to her resilient spirit.BookmarkFamily-run East Lothian seafood restaurant hits the market after emotional closureNorth BerwickThe business announced it would be closing its doors back in September with an emotional statement on social media. The owners, Megan and Kristian, said it was a "reluctant goodbye".BookmarkEdinburgh hotel boss 'very sorry' as guest and wife have 'disturbing' experienceBusinessThe customer stayed at the Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh Leith Waterfront and was left raging about the quality of his room.BookmarkEdinburgh hotel boss 'sorry' as guest returns to room to find item 'wasn't there'Royal MileThe customer and his wife booked two nights at the Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh on the Royal Mile and said an item was missing from their room after returning from a day out.BookmarkEdinburgh garage 'may have to close' after being left 59 days 'completely cut off'BusinessThe pole was eventually fixed on December 4 after BT engineers were called in - by which time Marie said her firm had gone 59 days without broadband or phone access.BookmarkScottish Centre Parcs 90 minutes from Edinburgh gets green light as plans approvedBusinessScottish Borders Council unanimously approved planning permission for a new village, Center Parcsβ seventh in the UK and Ireland, between Hawick and Selkirk.Bookmark12345