This pub is a shadow of its former self. Of all the pubs in Edinburgh with a folk/tourist reputation, this one undoubtedly deserves it least. More

We got a recommendation from the owner of our hotel to check this place out. When we got in the neighborhood, we kept asking people on the street for directions, and every one of them pointed the way and said, "you'll love it". It is just north of Edinburgh University and the crowd is a mixed bag of students and... More

A very relaxed lovely little pub with locals playing folk every evening. Don't rush to be there at 9 though unless you intend on staying for a long time and need a seat as the music didn't start until 10 when we were there but by that time it was packed! More

We did our homework before going to Edinburgh. We wanted to experience a great pub with quality live music. Sandy Bell's delivers. The musicians wander in about 9:00 p.m. and play traditional folk music. The locals tolerate the few tourists that stop in. While friendly enough, I am pretty sure that they would prefer to keep things local. It is... More

Live folk music every night at 9. Get in a little early, get a drink, grab a seat and hang out. This was the most enjoyable pub experience I had in the UK. It is authentic...very few tourists...only good beers. This is the authentic Edinburgh experience because they aren't trying to be anything except what they are. Skip the Royal... More