The Regent Bar
The Regent Bar
4.5
4:00 PM - 12:00 AM
Monday
4:00 PM - 12:00 AM
Tuesday
4:00 PM - 12:00 AM
Wednesday
4:00 PM - 12:00 AM
Thursday
4:00 PM - 12:00 AM
Friday
4:00 PM - 12:00 AM
Saturday
4:00 PM - 12:00 AM
Sunday
4:00 PM - 12:00 AM
About
Comfortable sofas, quirky decor and relaxed ambience make The Regent a welcoming and comfortable LGBT+ space, though of course we are "straight-friendly". A large range of local and international lagers, ales & ciders are available from our 14 taps, including 3 cask ales and a cask cider. Wine, spirits, coffees, teas & soft drinks are of course available. We must admit that we haven't ventured into the world of cocktails! We play a huge range of background music in the bar; you may hear The Beatles, Frank Zappa, Abba or Dvorak. Music levels are kept low so that people can chat easily with friends. There have been a few changes since COVID - we no longer serve food - young people under 18 years old are not allowed - we do not allow dogs. We were finalists in the Great British Pub Awards 2022!
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- Mark GLondon, United Kingdom23 contributionsJust how Pubs should beMy wife and I were staying nearby, and came in on the way back from the Old Town one night....we then visited every night after that, and even met a friend from Edinburgh in here for a Saturday night drink. Living in London, we have a multitude of pubs nearby, but none with the warmth, the friendliness and laid back atmosphere that The Regent has. Its how all pubs should be, welcoming to everyone and everyone made to feel like they are a regular Good selection of beers (haven't had Deuchars for years after our London local stopped selling it, was like meeting an old friend) wines, spirits. A varied snack selection and huge bowls of freshly made popcorn incase you get the munchies. The staff are excellent and a part of why this is a wonderful pub - London pubs won't feel the same anymore. Hopefully we will be back XVisited July 2022Written 5 July 2022
- sfuhere744 contributionsGood gay pubIt’s difficult to judge what this place would be like “normally” as Covid changes have really been taken very seriously indeed here. There’s a one way system and shower curtains hung up between the tables(!) Maybe I’m just too relaxed about everything but I found it ever so slightly over the top. Nonetheless, for people worried about catching the virus, this is probably a good choice. Although people like that are probably going to be staying at home anyway. I did like the fact that this is a gay PUB with real ale, not a bar. There is a distinct lack of traditional pubs on the gay scene and I liked the atmosphere in here, or I would have done if there was anyone else there. Sadly, kept to your own tables it’s impossible to socialise at all, which is of course not the pub’s fault. I will visit again next time I’m in Edinburgh when Covid-19 has been consigned to the history books.Visited September 2020Travelled with friendsWritten 8 September 2020
- Hayley MEdinburgh, United Kingdom10 contributionsBest bar in EdinburghThe Regent is one of the friendliest bars in Edinburgh and one of my favourites. The staff work hard to make everyone feel welcome and relaxed. Have been in a few times in recent weeks and can see the work that has been done to make you feel safe in these strange and very difficult times. The special atmosphere that the Regent has, has not been lost. I for one am very happy the regent is open again and looking forward to many more visits soon.Visited August 2020Travelled as a coupleWritten 23 August 2020
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lucythejuice
Belfast, UK94 contributions
Jul 2023 • Couples
Lovely staff and atmosphere. Great drinks and sublime crisps selection.. as a crisp connoisseur I can vouch for this! Really enjoyed being in for drinks and having chats with the lovely bar men!
Written 11 July 2023
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john w
London, UK1 contribution
Apr 2023
This has been a local for many years… the current price hike has just made it a place we will now avoid. It’s such a shame as it’s overall a great pub now sadly overpriced !
The current price for a pint is outrageous I can no longer support it ! There are other options nearby which are considerably cheaper…give this bar a miss.
The current price for a pint is outrageous I can no longer support it ! There are other options nearby which are considerably cheaper…give this bar a miss.
Written 28 April 2023
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Billy
1 contribution
Apr 2023 • Friends
I've been drinking in The Regent for quite some time now but sadly I feel this will be coming to an end due to the shocking prices. I attended this evening and got a pint of Stella which cost £6.20. Even the bar staff seemed embarrassed at asking for that amount. I appreciate the cost of everything has gone up and there needs to be an increase somewhere but it has got to the stage where bars and restaurants appear to be taking the proverbial out of their customers. These are London prices, but it isn't a London venue! I'd always classed The Regent as my local but I'll definitely be going elsewhere. The atmosphere in the pub was great, the staff are always friendly, but the days of being able to go there and have a night of drinks with friends are no more. It's cheaper in the bars in town and I imagine they have higher costs to contend with too. If they can keep their prices lower, surely The Regent can too? A sad day indeed.
Written 28 April 2023
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mark t
Newcastle and Gateshead, UK13 contributions
Feb 2023 • Friends
The second time I have visited, first time with my wife and sons then with my two sons. Great beer and atmosphere.
The music is a fantastic mix in the Regent, it's the sort of place where everyone is made to feel welcome, no matter who you are.
So popular you may need to book a table, although you can just walk in.
Unfortunately they'd ran out of plum porter but I was reassured by the Hawaiian shirted bar man that it would be making a return.
The music is a fantastic mix in the Regent, it's the sort of place where everyone is made to feel welcome, no matter who you are.
So popular you may need to book a table, although you can just walk in.
Unfortunately they'd ran out of plum porter but I was reassured by the Hawaiian shirted bar man that it would be making a return.
Written 10 February 2023
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Scott M
Salisbury, UK84 contributions
Jul 2022
Absolutely love this bar. Was lucky to get home for three weeks two months ago. I tried to go as often as possible in the evenings whilst in Edinburgh. The owners and the team are fantastic. Great atmosphere and nice and cosy. Regular clients are very friendly. Had many a great evening and always welcoming. Also had nice local drinks. Next time I am back will be in again.
Written 9 November 2022
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Mark G
London, UK23 contributions
Jul 2022
My wife and I were staying nearby, and came in on the way back from the Old Town one night....we then visited every night after that, and even met a friend from Edinburgh in here for a Saturday night drink.
Living in London, we have a multitude of pubs nearby, but none with the warmth, the friendliness and laid back atmosphere that The Regent has. Its how all pubs should be, welcoming to everyone and everyone made to feel like they are a regular
Good selection of beers (haven't had Deuchars for years after our London local stopped selling it, was like meeting an old friend) wines, spirits. A varied snack selection and huge bowls of freshly made popcorn incase you get the munchies.
The staff are excellent and a part of why this is a wonderful pub - London pubs won't feel the same anymore. Hopefully we will be back X
Living in London, we have a multitude of pubs nearby, but none with the warmth, the friendliness and laid back atmosphere that The Regent has. Its how all pubs should be, welcoming to everyone and everyone made to feel like they are a regular
Good selection of beers (haven't had Deuchars for years after our London local stopped selling it, was like meeting an old friend) wines, spirits. A varied snack selection and huge bowls of freshly made popcorn incase you get the munchies.
The staff are excellent and a part of why this is a wonderful pub - London pubs won't feel the same anymore. Hopefully we will be back X
Written 5 July 2022
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Asik
2 contributions
May 2022 • Solo
Had went to cc blooms and got looked up and down for wearing rubber and was told you can't wear that stuff in here ! I didn't realise for a gay bar they could be so inconclusive. Was advised to try regent as I'm new to Edinburgh so glad I did such a lovely bar fantastic staff and the felloe customer's make you feel like you've known them for. Years 110% recommend
Written 10 May 2022
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Trevor G
Bath, UK606 contributions
Sep 2021
Or rather, it is not a gay pub. It's a lovely pub with gay people in it. Great mixed crowd, laid back atmosphere, great choice of drinks.
We're trying very hard to move up from London at the moment, and can't wait until this is our regular drinkery.
We're trying very hard to move up from London at the moment, and can't wait until this is our regular drinkery.
Written 25 September 2021
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Jonnyboy2550
Cardiff, UK621 contributions
Sep 2021 • Couples
Just around the corner from where we were staying and a really great pub. Quite a traditional feel, but very young and fresh at the same time,
Great gay vibe, but more a feeling of inclusivity than trying to put any label on it.
Great gay vibe, but more a feeling of inclusivity than trying to put any label on it.
Written 4 September 2021
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pauljorgensen65
London, UK69 contributions
Aug 2021 • Business
Friday 22:30 during The Fringe. “No dogs at the moment”.
I won’t be returning - there are many other more welcoming venues.
I won’t be returning - there are many other more welcoming venues.
Written 13 August 2021
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Alasdair M
2 contributions
can i get the bar mans phone number. I wouldn't mind him been inside me more than once.
я очень одиокий человек
Roberta H
Edinburgh, UK
Do you do a pub quiz? If so what night, and what time is it on?
Alan N
Edinburgh, UK
Hello Roberta, we used to host an LGBT fundraising quiz once a month but we have new neighbours in the apartment above the pub and they complained so much about the noise that we had to cancel our events.
Billsotherstuff
West Midlands, UK
Opening times for Sundays?
Any vegan options on the menu?
elgregg0
Skipton, UK121 contributions
Hi guys are you open today and do you serve any cask ales?
Gary_the_scarf
Falkirk, UK14 contributions
The pub opens at 12:30 on a Sunday, there are vegan options.
Janet S
14 contributions
Can you offer a Burn's Supper for Burn's night 2017 for say 10 - 20 people? Any indication of price per head would be helpful.
Alan N
Edinburgh, UK
Hello Janet, Thankyou for your message.
Unfortunately the kitchen at The Regent is tiny and it would be extremely difficult or, to be more accurate, impossible for us to cater for a Burns' Night supper.
Thankyou for thinking of us and I hope you can find a suitable venue. All our love, The Regent xxx
gilljo073
Hertfordshire, UK20 contributions
Do you cater for parties of about 47? Buffet, music etc.
Gill
Alan N
Edinburgh, UK
Hi Gill,
The Regent has a back room that can hold 50 people at a push.
Buffet is possible but live music is not due to our neighbours who live above the pub.
Which date were you planning for your party of about 47?
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