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Sun
10:00 - 12:0010:00 - 23:0012:00 - 17:0017:00 - 21:00
Mon
9:00 - 12:009:00 - 23:0012:00 - 17:0017:00 - 21:00
Tue
9:00 - 12:009:00 - 23:0012:00 - 17:0017:00 - 21:00
Wed
9:00 - 12:009:00 - 23:0012:00 - 17:0017:00 - 21:00
Thu
9:00 - 0:009:00 - 12:0012:00 - 17:0017:00 - 21:00
Fri
9:00 - 1:009:00 - 12:0012:00 - 17:0017:00 - 21:00
Sat
10:00 - 1:0010:00 - 12:0012:00 - 17:0017:00 - 20:00
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4.5
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CUISINES
British
Special Diets
Vegetarian friendly
Meals
Lunch, Dinner, Brunch, After-hours, Drinks
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Welcome to The First Edition in Kilmarnock.After a huge investment we are now re-open! Why don't you come inside and see our beautifully re-furbished pub? We can't wait for you to join us.
CUISINES
British
Special Diets
Vegetarian friendly
Meals
Lunch, Dinner, Brunch, After-hours, Drinks
FEATURES
Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Television, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Free Wifi
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4.5
515 reviews
Excellent
350
Very good
63
Average
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Poor
23
Terrible
38
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Ayrshire1 contribution
Sept 2024 • family
Was In for food Tuesday first time for myself in the pub and found the pub very clean and tidy
We orderd food at the bar our bar maid kay was very helpful and patient with us very chatty with everyone while she served ould tell someone the older customer's were regulars with there banter
Kay also helped us set up the pubs mixr app and explained how it worked also got a free drink out it well definitely be back
Written 17 September 2024
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Stonegate Group
Thank you again for taking the time to let us know how we did. We hope you have a great day!
Written 18 September 2024
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sarah
Kilmarnock1 contribution
Jun 2024 • friends
Was in on Saturday night with some work colleagues which hadnt been in before.
We were welcomed from Kay who we asked for a table for four she showed us where we could sit to enjoy our food and drink
Kay also gave us some mixr app cards and was so helpful in showing us how to download them to claim our free drink and how the app works with the points system.
We ordered some meals which came lovely and warm and wee also brought out to our table from Kay very polite and welcoming wee woman and such a credit to your bar restaurant will definitely be back
Written 23 June 2024
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Stonegate Group
Explorer05309864935, we strive for 100% satisfaction, and it is great to see you had such a positive experience at First Edition. We sincerely thank you for the positive review, and look forward to seeing you again soon!
Written 25 June 2024
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JWellingtonWimpy
Scotland615 contributions
Jan 2023 • none
Been years since I was last in here, and I was really impressed with the food. The server came over to ask if it was ok, then asked when we were finished if we enjoyed it. There was a good range of different things on the menu, and my parents had something from the two for £11.50 menu which was really good value. My veggie chilli burger and nachos was great. I'll be back again soon.
Written 9 January 2023
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Stonegate G
Hello, Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review, we really appreciate your feedback and hope to see you back again soon
Written 11 January 2023
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William M
Kilmarnock8 contributions
Nov 2023 • family
Went to the bar on Saturday 4 November at about 1530, with my wife. To be clear we are both now pensioners aged 67 and were both professionals in our working careers. We have been going to the First Edition since it opened. On this occasion on our arrival we were stopped at the door by a security guard who immediately checked our bags, there was no explanation of why or what she was looking for and I might add that there was no signage explaining her actions either. Well she promptly found two very good bottles or red wine in my bag. She then informed me that I would have to surrender these to the bar staff who would look after the same until I left, so far so good. The bar staff were however unable to supply me with any kind of receipt for my property and I asked to speak to the manager. I would suspect that there is some kind of problem with certain patrons who may be smuggling in alcohol rather than purchasing it in the premises, however this was never made clear to me at any time. The manager finally appeared and without any real reason or explanation he stuck to the party line and insisted that I give the wine to the bar staff, but he could not supply me with a receipt , clearly there was no proper procedure in place. He further blamed the football match that was ongoing and the fact that the premises was very busy, I looked around and I could have fired a cannon along the bar and no-one would have been injured, there was also plenty of spare seating. The manager then offered to sign a blank piece of paper in lieu of my property, this was not acceptable. Handing property over to a member of the bar staff without a system in place where the property can be itemised and the owners details taken, Further the receipt should be duplicated so that the owner and the bar staff each have a copy to ensure that the correct person reclaims the correct property. This of course would put an additional job onto the bar staff, perhaps the security team could deal with this. If there is an issue with people smuggling in alcohol perhaps the security team could check by walking through the premises to ensure nothing untoward is being carried out. As it was we left the premises and took our custom elsewhere and I will be going elsewhere for the foreseeable future. Or maybe I will be back next week with two cans of Tennants, two filled rolls and a packet of crisps up my 'dukes' and enjoy a quiet drink and a sandwich or will the security be searching and confiscating my M&S shopping. Rant over.
Written 5 November 2023
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Stonegate Group
Hi there
Sorry to hear you had a negative experience.
Our license dictates that only alcohol purchased on premises is consumed while in the premises.
It is standard procedure for our stewards to search bags before entering premises. Only the manager on shift will take the item to a safe locked location so that they know exactly who to return it to. A receipt of goods could definitely be a good idea so thank you for this suggestion our team can discuss this going forward.
If you would like to discuss anything or have any questions do not hesitate to give us a phone or drop us an email.
I hope this does not discourage you from visiting us again in future.
Thanks again. Rob
Written 9 November 2023
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aldi21
6 contributions
Jan 2023 • family
Attended this restaurant tues 24th, the atmosphere was brilliant, the floorstaff were all lovely. The mixed grill was fantastic. The only negative was the older barmaid who took the order really didn't want to be there, she huffed and puffed and sighed when we changed our mushy peas to garden peas, luckily the food was great to make up for her bad attitude. The girl who served out food was really really genuinely friendly.
Written 27 January 2023
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Stonegate G
Thanks for your review! I am glad you enjoyed your meal! I will discuss this point with the staff member and hopefully we can make it 5 star for your next visit!
Written 30 January 2023
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Sally D
1 contribution
Jul 2021 • none
From the moment I arrived I was welcomed with fantastic customer service. Being a bit older I was struggling with the technology and trying to 'scan' in but the host was very patient and helped me through it. I was then given a choice of tables and I picked a lovely wee booth which even had its own TV! I ordered a club sandwich which came with a glass of wine and it only cost about £7 which was a bargain. The food came quickly and was really nice. The service the full time I was in was amazing and all the staff were so helpful. The place was extremely clean and we felt very safe with all the extra measures put in place.
Written 7 July 2021
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Digital S
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us such a lovely review! We are so glad that you enjoyed your experince and hope to see you again soon.
Written 12 July 2021
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Leah F
Newmilns90 contributions
Aug 2022 • couples
We had a fantastic time for our first visit here for dinner. Christy was so kind and very helpful, she is a credit to the team and really enhances the experience with her knowledge of products as my husband has an allergy and she was so helpful picking out a suitable meal. Will definitely return.
Written 7 August 2022
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Stonegate G
Leahf2308, we're so glad that we were able to go above and beyond your expectations! We always strive to provide top quality service to every guest, and are pleased to hear that you enjoyed your experience here at First Edition!
Written 16 August 2022
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finlay1221
8 contributions
Jul 2022 • family
Great food and amazing customer service. Always a great visit at first edition and loving the new menu. No change was too difficult and our server Rory was super helpful with substituting food.
Written 6 July 2022
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Stonegate G
Thank you for the positive review! We will pass on the kind words to Rory. We hope you visit again soon!
Written 7 July 2022
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Robert A
2 contributions
Jan 2023 • friends
The First Edition is a popular bar with a warm ambience and excellent, well maintained, decor. It has very reasonably priced quality beers and the staff are always helpful and friendly. It's a great pub for watching sport (loads of TVs) and friends tell me the katsu curry is a particularly delicious menu item
(I adhere to a liquid diet when in, generally, due to trained athlete status).
The First Edition is always a pleasure to visit.
Written 16 January 2023
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Stonegate G
Thank you again for taking the time to let us know how we did. We hope you have a great day!
Written 18 January 2023
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Alan U
Kilmarnock37 contributions
Jul 2023 • couples
Great afternoon, the food was fine, apart from the cauliflower wings, very much over cooked. The other small plates were delicious, the potato skins, and chicken gougons. The bottle of wine was very nice also, Pinot Grigio.
Our server was exceptional, her name was Kay, anything we asked of her Kay was there. Her attendance for detail was very good.
Well done Kay. You promote your company well.
See you again soon.
Written 19 July 2023
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Stonegate Group
Thank you again for taking the time to let us know how we did. We hope you have a great day!
Written 21 July 2023
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LaurenC
1 contribution
Jul 2021 • none
Always have a great experience here. The staff are all so friendly and welcoming. We popped in for some lunch but ended up having some cocktails when we found out they were half price. The girl Emma serving us went above and beyond and made us a cocktail that wasn't even on the menu after I told her it was my favourite. Will be back again to work our way through the rest of the menu!
Written 7 July 2021
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Digital S
Laurenc220986, we're so glad that we were able to go above and beyond your expectations! Hope to see you in again soon for some more cocktails.
Written 12 July 2021
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John j
1 contribution
Jun 2024 • friends
Fantastic venue & even better food,
As I’m a vegan I was looking for something Vegalicious, the food did not disappoint, vegan options are hard to find these days with only 3% of the population being vegan. When I saw there were Vegan friendly options on the menu I knew it was going to be a great night. The Vegan Bombay was fantastic!
A Big thanks to Robert who went above and beyond with his friendly attitude and quick service!
Written 16 June 2024
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Stonegate Group
John J, your wonderful feedback and rating mean a lot to us. We're looking forward to your next visit with us!
Written 18 June 2024
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Linda A
Kilmarnock7 contributions
Apr 2021 • friends
Met up with good friend after lockdown. Had lunch which wasn't as good as before lockdown. Had tikka masala and naan bread was quite stale. Friend had fish and chips but fish was dry and tasteless. We then moved out side to have some wine. Tables and seating were wet and hadn't been dried. Wouldn't normally expect to have seating dried but as you were only allowed outside to drink I would have thought they would be making an exception. Also no heaters which you might expect from a large company. I know we live in Scotlamd and appreciate the unpredictable weather but surely if you want to have the customers then you would try to give the best you can. Really felt for the waiting staff as they were absolutely frozen. Thought they might have had a fleece at the very least.
Written 27 April 2021
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Digital S
Thank you again for taking the time to let us know how we can improve. We hope you will consider us again in the future. Take care.
Written 13 May 2021
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Katie W
5 contributions
Feb 2025 • friends
My friend and I came here for a drink as we had never tried this place before, as soon as we walked in the music playing was great, there was plenty of seats to choose from and many tvs to watch. We looked at the drinks menu and went up to the bar to order, the bartender that served us was named Connor he was absolutely fantastic, made us the “shake it off” cocktail which tasted amazing, while the cocktails were being made Connor had a conversation with us and asked us to tell him how the drinks were after we had finished them, very fast service in here and very polite and kind! Thanks again will be back
Written 8 February 2025
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Stonegate Group
Hi Katie W, we are very happy to have provided you with such a positive experience!
Kind Regards,
Team First Ed
Written 9 February 2025
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Robert R
5 contributions
Nov 2022 • friends
Came here to watch the World Cup with some mates. Pints were 10/10 , tried the small plates sharer plank was class. Will definitely be back for live sport best in Killie.
Top service from Rob the bar tender while we were in
Written 28 November 2022
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Stonegate G
Thank you for taking the time to leave us this review, we hope to see you back again soon!
Written 29 November 2022
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