John Leslie Pub
John Leslie Pub
4.5
12:00 PM - 9:30 PM
Monday
12:00 PM - 9:30 PM
Tuesday
12:00 PM - 9:30 PM
Wednesday
12:00 PM - 9:30 PM
Thursday
12:00 PM - 10:30 PM
Friday
12:00 PM - 10:30 PM
Saturday
12:00 PM - 10:30 PM
Sunday
12:00 PM - 9:30 PM
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Davidbaird1
Edinburgh, UK41 contributions
1.0 of 5 bubbles
Jul 2023 • Solo
This is a nice pub with plenary of original features but the pricing can catch you out if your not carful.

I went in and looked at their whisky’s and chose a Belvinie 14yo Caribbean cask. It’s served in a 35ml measure which is standard for this type of pub. It’s a lovely whiskey but I nearly spat it out when I was charged £9.50 per measure.

It seemed a bit greedy to me hence the 1 out of 5.

On a positive note the bar staff are friendly
Written 18 July 2023
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Andrew G
Sheffield, UK12 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Aug 2020
A really nice traditional pub with an amazing selection of scotch whiskey and really friendly atmosphere would recommend a visit.
Written 12 August 2020
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Gogs Rossi
Edinburgh, UK783 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Oct 2019
My wife and I undertook a wee pub crawl and pubs on the south side of Edinburgh that we hadn't visited for a number of years and John Leslie was on our list.
We calculated that it was about 15 years since we had been to the pub and apart from a lick of paint, it hadn't really changed since our last visit. We were happy with this as we are not fans of new plastic pubs.
On arrival we were greeted by a friendly member of staff who was happy to help with our beer selection. On ordering and tasting my beer I noticed that it tasted off as it was probably from the bottom of the barrel.
I pointed this out to the member of staff who had served me and he could apologise enough. I then selected another beer which was excellent. Overall great customer service.
I certainly enjoyed my visit to John Leslie and also look forward to my next visit.
Written 26 October 2019
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Roland P
4 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
May 2019
This is the quintesentail Scot pub but with a twist. There are doors, one for each side, the genteals on one side and the skullywags the other :-)
Awsome selection of everything to get going.
Written 4 June 2019
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davey1949
Pickering, Canada410 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
May 2019 • Friends
Went here for after dinner drinks. An interesting traditional style pub, divided into two parts with different entrances! A good selection of beer, real ales on tap and single malts. The regulars don't seem to want to share the space, so it is sometimes not easy to approach the bar, and the staff aren't particularly friendly and are quite gruff. Very much enjoyed the beer and malts though and they have a deal for mix and match 4 drinks for 11 GBP, choosing a combination of malts and/or 2/3 pints of ale. Worth a stop if you are nearby to say you've been there, but nothing special.
Written 30 May 2019
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My humble opinion
Edinburgh, UK797 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Nov 2018 • Friends
This is one of the few traditional pubs left in Edinburgh so would definitely recommend you go out of you way to visit.
Roaring log fire was lovely on a cold wintry night and loved the pile of traditional board games.
Written 4 November 2018
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Tom L
2 contributions
1.0 of 5 bubbles
Sept 2018 • Friends
Unfriendly staff and a bunch of locals that block access to the bar and toilets. The kind of place you that treats you like you don’t belong
Written 26 September 2018
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AlunofBookham
18 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jul 2018 • Couples
This is one of the best watering holes that I have ever visited. The landlord and his wife know a thing or two about what makes a really outstanding pub. Order a glass of white wine and it is poured into a glass straight from the chiller!
In winter you will be greeted by a warm open fire and an equally warm welcome from the staff.
Miss this pub at your peril.
Written 19 July 2018
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spiritthing
Albuquerque, NM22 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
May 2018 • Couples
This pub was near our bed and breakfast in the Dalkeith Road neighborhood. We popped in one night for a drink and loved it. Everyone was friendly and the drinks were great. We popped in two more times....once after we had been in Scotland for two weeks and were back in Edinburgh for one last night. That last night, we stayed near the airport, but we liked this pub so much that we took the bus back to it for our last evening. The locals are so friendly in Edinburgh!
Written 12 May 2018
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Stewart O
melbourne, Australia23 contributions
2.0 of 5 bubbles
Mar 2018 • Friends
Umm its ok a little on the standard side and a regular told us the food was an after thought /prob more for locals this one
Written 31 March 2018
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John Leslie Pub is open:
  • Sun - Wed 12:00 - 21:30
  • Thu - Sat 12:00 - 22:30


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